Malcolm Gladwell on Gender Identity in Kids, Becoming a Dad, and Working From Home | Ep. 392
The Megyn Kelly Show
00:00
The Effects of Birth Timing on Achievement
This chapter examines how children's birth months influence their academic and athletic performance, revealing disparities created by age differences in competitive environments. It critiques parental strategies such as holding children back from school and advocates for systemic reforms instead of placing the burden solely on families. The discussion also highlights the flaws in standardized testing and proposes equitable approaches to age classification in sports, stressing the importance of considering diverse experiences in child development.
Play episode from 04:26
Transcript
