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Inheritocracy

10 min read 15 min listen Narrated by Sophie
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What’s it about?

In an age obsessed with meritocracy, Eliza Filby reveals how inherited wealth, not talent, now determines success—and why the dream of a level playing field is a dangerous myth.

You’ll learn

  • How inherited wealth shapes life outcomes
  • The hidden mechanics of privilege
  • Why meritocracy is a fading ideal
  • How to recognize and address inequality