1967 - Fairness in America Myth or Reality?

The podcast episode discusses the impact of education choices on career paths, focusing on the concept of meritocracy in the U.S. education system. The hosts explore how attending prestigious schools like Harvard, Yale, and Princeton can provide advantages in securing Supreme Court clerkships, highlighting systemic issues of privilege and inequality. They also discuss the importance of networking and how it affects career success. The episode concludes with thought-provoking questions about education and meritocracy, encouraging listeners to reflect on these topics.

What are some arguments for and against the idea that education is a meritocracy?

What are the potential consequences of the current educational system on social mobility?

In what ways do systemic issues affect access to education and job opportunities?

How do network effects influence career success after graduation?