In this engaging discussion, Eliza Filby, an expert on generational wealth and contemporary values, dives into her new book, exploring how the 'Bank of Mum and Dad' shapes our economy. Alongside Roisín De, they unpack the concept of 'inheritocracy' and its impact on opportunities in education and housing. The episode also tackles societal expectations for Gen Z and Millennials, delves into challenges of caregiving, and addresses the intricacies of inheritance, privilege, and self-improvement pressures, all highlighting the significant influence of family wealth on modern life.

Eliza Filby, a historian and author of *Inheritocracy: It’s Time to Talk About the Bank of Mum and Dad*, dives into the impact of parental financial support on millennials and Gen Z. She highlights how reliance on the 'Bank of Mum and Dad' is intensifying wealth inequality and reshaping the housing market. The discussion also explores how financial support affects marriage dynamics, with educated women struggling to find partners of equal affluence. Filby critiques the notion of meritocracy, revealing deep generational divides that complicate social mobility.

Dr Eliza Filby, historian, and Dr Ian Pearson, futurist, discuss the influence of generational changes on identity. They explore topics such as AI's role in representing personalities, individuality in the future workplace, and the potential end of class as an identity marker.