Content Note: Discussion of car accident-related death of a student Tech Note: We are working on the echo thing that's happening! echo-free audio coming asap!

Today we discuss the complex definition of working-class and our own complex experiences with class-transitioning. We discuss historical understandings of class, how neoliberalism has shifted that, ways that the system keeps the poor poor and the rich rich, and much more. We share a lot of personal stories, so it's a pretty vulnerable episode, and we appreciate you all for being a community that makes us feel safe to share our truths.

In addition, Melody shares a story about losing a student to a car accident, so do note that discussion in the time stamp if you think it might be difficult.

***Check-ins through 9:20Discussion of death of a student from 9:30 to 20 minClass discussion 20 - 62 min ***Intro: "Top Floor" GRRRL PRTYOutro: "9 to 5" Dolly Parton (short clip) ***Subscribe on iTunes & leave a review! Follow us on Instagram! And Facebook! And Twitter! Check out our Feminist Killjoys, PhD Mixtape on Spotify! Have some extra dollars and want to support feminist media-makers? Consider donating to our Patreon or as a one-time thing at our website. And of course, feel free to email us at [email protected]***This episode is sponsored by the MA in Critical Studies Program at the Pacific Northwest College of Art. Because we need to interrogate, intervene, and reimagine like never before. For more information or to apply visit pnca.edu/criticalstudies***WTF POWER!