
Richard Kahlenberg
Director of the American Identity Project at the Progressive Policy Institute.
Top 5 podcasts with Richard Kahlenberg
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Aug 12, 2025 • 26min
What Trump really wants from colleges
Guests Eric Hoover, a Senior Writer at the Chronicle of Higher Education, and Richard Kallenberg, Director of the American Identity Project, tackle the shifting landscape of college admissions. They discuss the Supreme Court's decision on race-conscious admissions and its implications on diversity. The conversation explores new reporting requirements for schools and how they might affect economic disparities. They also highlight the evolving perspectives on affirmative action and the tension between government scrutiny and educational equity.

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Apr 4, 2025 • 58min
John McWhorter & Richard Kahlenberg – Rethinking Affirmative Action
Richard Kahlenberg, a thought leader on class and education, advocates for class-based affirmative action as a fairer alternative to racial preferences in university admissions. He critiques the Trump administration's approach to diversity and discusses the importance of socioeconomic factors in creating equitable access to elite institutions. Kahlenberg explores the potential of vocational training as a viable path alongside traditional college. He also urges the Democratic Party to rethink its strategies to address changing societal attitudes towards class and privilege.

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Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 10min
Debate: How Do We Fix American Education?
In this enlightening discussion, Richard Kahlenberg, an expert on economic disparities, Maud Maron, a passionate advocate for K-12 curricula in NYC, and Erika Sanzi, a former educator focused on defending education from ideological biases, share insights on the crisis plaguing American education. They tackle alarming statistics in literacy and math, the impact of socioeconomic segregation, and the controversial role of teachers' unions. The conversation also delves into the complexities of educational choice in NYC and the debates surrounding book bans, emphasizing the need for reform.

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Apr 8, 2025 • 54min
Recession Risk, Tariff Takes, Class v. Race
Richard Kahlenberg, an esteemed author and education expert, dives into the complexities of class and race in college admissions. He discusses the aftermath of the Supreme Court's decision against affirmative action and advocates for class-based admissions. The conversation also critiques the ongoing political rhetoric surrounding tariffs and economic policies, highlighting the risks they pose. Kahlenberg's insights challenge listeners to rethink equity in education and the broader implications of economic inequality in America.

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Mar 25, 2025 • 54min
Why Class Matters ft. Richard Kahlenberg
Richard Kahlenberg, author of 'Class Matters' and advocate for class-based affirmative action, dives into the complexities of diversity in elite universities. He argues that shifting from race-based to class-based policies better addresses socioeconomic disparities. The conversation touches on the historical context of affirmative action, the implications of recent Supreme Court rulings, and the controversial legacy admissions favoring affluent students. Kahlenberg emphasizes the need for a united working-class coalition to foster true diversity on campuses.