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Alex Tsakiris | Scientism, Spirituality, & Why Evil Matters
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Working Class comes up in 4 chapters across 4 episodes of The Higherside Chats Free Show, from November 2018 to April 2021.
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American Social Media, Populism and Expatriation Advice
Dr. Stuart Jean Bramhall observes that the American political left has abandoned the working class, allowing for the rise of "phony" populist campaigns on the right. She offers advice for Americans considering expatriation, suggesting a gradual transition through short-term contracts or international volunteer agencies. This approach allows individuals to test their compatibility with a new country before making a permanent move.
Outro and Closing Music, Save Me THC
Greg Carlwood signs off the episode, thanking the listeners for their continued support. The show concludes with a musical track featuring lyrics about the "exploited working class" and a refrain of "Save me THC." The segment marks the end of the 71-minute broadcast.
Economic Indicators of Societal Decline
Signs of societal decline are visible in the struggling living conditions of the working class and the deteriorating state of basic infrastructure like bridges and roads. Wealth is increasingly siphoned away from the general population to maintain failing systems, leading to visible urban decay. Observations of New York City suggest it has begun to resemble a "third world slum" in terms of grit, dirt, and homelessness.