The Ability That Predicts STEM Success Better Than IQ | Dr. Thomas Coyle

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In this episode, Russell talks with Dr. Thomas Coyle about a surprising finding in modern intelligence research. There is an ability that predicts STEM success better than IQ, and most people never hear about it.

Dr. Coyle explains what this ability is, how it develops during adolescence, and why schools rarely teach or measure it. They also cover spatial and mechanical skills, processing speed, sex differences, and why these patterns matter for future engineers and technical careers.

This is a simple and clear conversation that shows how different abilities shape real outcomes beyond a single IQ score.

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