Rich Karlgaard - "Late Bloomers"

Michael Gale's Futures In Focus

Michael interviews Rich Karlgaard about his book "Late Bloomers" and the concept of late blooming. They discuss the notion of early success and how it is perceived in different industries. Rich emphasizes that the definition of a late bloomer depends on the context of the industry and highlights examples like Tom Brady and successful entrepreneurs who started later in life. They delve into the current system of talent measurement, particularly in fields like Silicon Valley, which heavily relies on academic achievements and standardized testing. Rich argues that this approach overlooks a vast majority of human talents and discriminates against those who may not excel in algorithmic skills or come from lower socioeconomic backgrounds.