Name: A debate with Malcolm Gladwell
Uploaded: 2018-06-11T15:35:17Z
Duration: 54 min 9 s
Description: In a special live taping at the 92nd Street Y in New York, Adam talks with Revisionist History's Malcolm Gladwell about how to avoid doing highly undesirable tasks, what makes an idea interesting, and why Malcolm thinks we shouldn't root for the underdog. This episode is brought to you by Accenture, Bonobos, JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Warby Parker. (Audio only)

In a special live taping at the 92nd Street Y in New York, Adam talks with Revisionist History's Malcolm Gladwell about how to avoid doing highly undesirable tasks, what makes an idea interesting, and why Malcolm thinks we shouldn't root for the underdog. This episode is brought to you by Accenture, Bonobos, JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Warby Parker. (Audio only)

A debate with Malcolm Gladwell

Breakthroughs in work and creativity often come from challenging assumptions and embracing nuance in human behavior. A lively debate unfolds as personal stories—such as teams outperforming individuals only in the right contexts, or comedians and teachers having very different social skills—highlight how context and fit transform talent. A single cardiac surgeon’s skill can vanish when switching hospitals, and a sports star might suddenly excel or flounder with a team change. The most compelling ideas pair vivid detail with unexpected perspective, sparking curiosity and debate.