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Of course, they have to work long and hard to hone their genius, and as Tom Steinfort discovers, it’s here where the subject of child prodigies gets tricky and controversial. What role do parents play in nurturing their kids’ abilities? And how far should they push them in the pursuit of perfection?

Reporter: Tom Steinfort

Producer: Steve Jackson

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