Elizabeth Currid-Halkett

Elizabeth Currid-Halkett, a USC public policy professor and author of 'The Sum of Small Things,' dives into how today’s elite class showcases their status through cultural capital rather than material wealth. She discusses the shift in values from luxury goods to practical experiences and ethical consumerism, revealing how these choices often reinforce social inequality. Currid-Halkett also explores the complex relationship between parenting decisions and social validation, challenging notions of meritocracy and emphasizing the need for equitable access to resources.