Examining the role of television programmes in legitimising inherited wealth and privilege for the super-rich in a society that values meritocracy
(2023)
Journal Article
Carr, P., Goodman, S., Jowett, A., & Abell, J. (in press). Examining the role of television programmes in legitimising inherited wealth and privilege for the super-rich in a society that values meritocracy. Social Semiotics, 1-18. https://doi.org/10.1080/10350330.2023.2235285
Recent years have seen the proliferation of television broadcasts that focus on the lavish lifestyles and consumption of “rich kids.” However, flaunting inherited wealth is an accountable activity within UK society that claims to be based on meritocr... Read More about Examining the role of television programmes in legitimising inherited wealth and privilege for the super-rich in a society that values meritocracy.