The Genius Factor (S09E04)

Throughout history, many of the most brilliant minds have driven civilization's progress with their remarkable insights and unique talents. Yet, many of these intellectuals claim their genius springs from an inexplicable source, surfacing unexpectedly. In ancient times, cultures worldwide believed genius was not an individual's trait but a spirit that inhabited them. Ancient Astronaut theorists propose that the inspiration attributed to deities might indeed originate from an external realm. From Einstein's relativity to Edison's invention of the light bulb and Mendeleyev's Periodic Table, many geniuses report that their best ideas come from dreams, visions, or even auditory inspirations. Could genius be more than mere genetics?