The kids who stop at highschool or go into a trade really don't get that level of problem solving and critical analysis.
I wouldn't be too hasty with the condescension towards the blue-collar working class. Problem solving and analysis is just a service at the end of the day, just like repairing an air conditioner. The value of both services also fluctuates.
There are reputable scientists that have been guests on Joe Rogan. Brian Cox was just on quite recently.
Strange because the actual title of the article mentions that fact. it appears the link seeks to make it as clickbaity as possible.
It is not secret that the US has attracted talented academics for many years. I am sure that these kinds of advertisements are not new.
Why are you just throwing links? You should at least make an attempt to quote your sources so you don't leave people here reading erroneous information. @Kusimulkku at least gave you the courtesy of doing that.
Surprises me even more because it is VOA.