Is intelligence overrated?

From Today, Explained 2026-11-08 · 30:23

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We all think we’re smart. But are we really that intelligent, and why does it even matter? This episode was produced by Hady Mawajdeh, edited by Avishay Artsy, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Bridger Dunnagan, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill. A man taking an intelligence test. Photo by BSIP/UIG via Getty Images. If you have a question, give us a call at 1-800-618-8545 or email [email protected]. Listen to Explain It to Me ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: ⁠vox.com/members.⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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