Some would argue that we are entering an age of the universal man, where intelligence is limitless and awareness is everything. Which makes it a good time to talk with Hunter Maats and Katie O’Brien, the authors of The Straight-A Conspiracy. This is an intensely informative and inspiring episode from these two educational visionaries. You’ll learn about how your IQ isn’t a fixed number, what’s wrong with the “feeling of stupid,” and three ways to cheat your intellectual growth.

Hunter Maats and Katie O’Brien were classmates at Harvard College. Since graduating, they have worked with thousands of students as tutors, teachers, and public speakers on a mission to put students back in control of their education. From writing essays, mastering any math concept, and acing your most difficult final exam, The Straight-A Conspiracy takes you through the simple, stress-free ways to conquer any class in school.