📚 4 Books mentioned in "Richard Haier: IQ Tests, Human Intelligence, and Group Differences | Lex Fridman Podcast #302" of Lex Fridman Podcast

Murray went on to write some additional books, two in the last couple of years; one about human diversity where he goes through the data refuting the idea that race is only a social construct with no biological meaning.

Richard Haier discusses Charles Murray's book, 'Human Diversity', highlighting how Murray utilizes data to argue against the view that race is purely a social construct, suggesting instead that there is a biological aspect to it.

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You give, first of all, you have a great book on the neuroscience of intelligence.

In this segment, Lex Fridman highlights that his guest, Richard Haier, has authored a book focused on the neuroscience of intelligence, setting the stage for a deeper conversation about the nature of intelligence.

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It's kind of a long story that I go into a little more detail in the book 'Neuroscience of Intelligence', but to say he was vilified is an understatement.

In this segment, Richard Haier refers to his book, 'Neuroscience of Intelligence', where he elaborates on the complex and often contentious subject of intelligence and the backlash surrounding research in this field. He emphasizes his detailed exploration of these issues, providing insight into the depth of his understanding.

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One of the things I've recently re-read for the second time is 'The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich', which I think is the best telling of the rise and fall of Hitler.

Lex Fridman mentions that he recently re-read 'The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich' to introduce a discussion about how intelligent people can participate in atrocities. This mention is significant as it contrasts with the idea of a 'g factor' for goodness, touching on ethics and human behavior.

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