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Episode 230: Why Liberal Elites Have Unraveled So Spectacularly (With Musa Al-Gharbi)

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Elites, Awokenings, and Identity Politics

This chapter explores elite overproduction and its impact on societal 'awokenings', where frustrated potential elites challenge existing power structures. It delves into the dynamics of identity politics and the complexities of self-identification among the elite, highlighting how claims to marginalization can serve personal advancement. Additionally, it critiques the contradictions faced by symbolic capitalists who advocate for social justice while benefiting from systemic inequalities.

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