EPISODE · Nov 12, 2025 · 1H 1M
Why Sociologists Don’t Trust Capitalism — Explained by a PhD Candidate
from The Gadiel Del Orbe Show · host Reuben Perez, Gadiel Del Orbe
Episode Notes:Topics: anti-intellectualism; capitalism vs. lived reality; immigration narratives; redlining & history; algorithms/echo chambers; community; men’s mental health; education & healthcare access.Guest: Reuben Perez — PhD candidate in Sociology (focus: housing, inequality). Instagram: @Plata_knowsKey takeaways:Narratives shape what we believe about work, worth, and who “deserves” resources.Housing costs track global capital & policy—not migrant neighbors.Data rarely beats identity; community + conversation matter.Chapters:0:00 Intro & why this conversation1:46 Sociology’s view on capitalism8:35 Immigration selection & “model minority” myth32:48 The real drivers of housing prices46:13 Book bans, echo chambers, anti-intellectualismCTA: New episodes every Wednesday. Rate & review to support the show.Live show: Dec 11 – Broadway Comedy Club .Credits: Host—Gadiel Del Orbe. Guest—Reuben Perez 🎥 Full video on YouTube • Clips on TikTok & IG @GadielDelOrbe📣 New episodes every Wednesday — subscribe & leave a 5★ review!💼 Business / booking: [email protected]
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