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Sounds,03 Dec 2024,28 mins

Who really runs Britain?

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Observers of Britain today might think of it as a more meritocratic and socially equal society than ever before. But, while the narratives have certainly moved on, the elites who run the political, economic and cultural life of the country remain much the same. Guest: Sam Friedman, sociologist and co-author of “Born To Rule: The Making and Remaking of the British Elite. Host: Luke Jones. Clips: BBC. This podcast has been acquired by the BBC. It is not complied by BBC Editorial Standards but covered by the Ofcom Broadcasting Code.

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