Reviews
“you can hear how hard this show is to navigate in every word jonathan says. he does a spectacular job of telling difficult (and often deeply personal) stories, all of them surprisingly affecting. it's a privilege to take the journey with him.”Read full review »
ishmael04108 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/06/24
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“I love this podcast. I grew up the Whittier area and I still live only about 40-50 miles away. I am a Hispanic who doesn't speak Spanish, I have an MBA and while working in Orange County often would hear "oh you are Mexican? You don't look or sound like one " lol I would work...”Read full review »
Gen1860 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/24
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“Funny, thoughtful, and man does it stick the landing! Binged in two days”
Andrea Dunlop via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/24
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“this episode is ridiculous. wic recipients should shred their cheese from a block because it is better and most cost effective. pre-shred doesn’t melt well.”
mortypdx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/21/24
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“Insightful, fresh, grounded. Similar to “this is uncomfortable” which is great. Love the blend of sociology, economics, personal interest. Let there be a second season!!”
scubadiverman34 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/20/24
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“This show provides a fresh perspective on class in a voice that is both relatable and unique. I highly recommend.”
Atsume Addikt via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/24
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“Every episode was really compelling, and the show hit so many of the topics that go into how we develop (or don’t) our feelings about class—family, food, clothing, jobs. Just great!”
Jenn Wolfe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/10/24
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“Would love to hear a Season 2. I really enjoyed every episode! Fascinating to hear differing perspectives from folks from a variety of communities. I could definitely relate to the idea of how class can play into our daily lives.”
ballenita azul via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/07/24
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“Very interesting! A great listen.”
crc19876 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/07/24
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“I appreciated this podcast. Appreciated the efforts to connect with a difficult topic, and to include a focus on people’s emotions. Will look for other work by the creators. Thanks!”
mtinpdx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/24
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“anyone who reads the new yorker would love this”
chaposuxxx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/24
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“Self-indulgent navel gazing”
Bduuuuuuu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/24
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“The only reason I would consider finishing this podcast is to see if eventually they get to some reasonable rationalizations. Just finished episode one and I’m so confused! It’s clear that the host worked his way up from very humble beginnings as he’s described, but never does he actually address...”Read full review »
listeningok via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/24
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“Thank you for creating this podcast, so many things I can identify with. The struggle of class is real!!! Thanks again. Please don’t stop !”
staight & curly via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/24
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“Please please do Season 2! So eye opening!”
JenthebirdFalken via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/24
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“This podcast delves into class and what it’s like for those of us who move between classes in our lives. It’s very relatable and insightful.”
Beth from MN via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/12/24
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“This fun, squirm-worthy, and important podcast feels as essential as it is entertaining. Menjivar is a real asset, honest and pitch perfect, as he wades into one of the biggest subjects we try to avoid as Americans—class differences and all that they mean to our feelings of self-worth. Many funny...”Read full review »
MissTheOcean1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/24
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“This show (and the host) do(es) a great job at simply discussing differences between class. It’s great for anyone wanting new perspectives and/ or validation of their own experience.
I’m sad that there are only 8 episodes BUT I think that humility is fitting. The host kept the show within his...”Read full review »
just another random chick via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“Love this podcast as it is so relatable. Would love to see a season 2 and see him address situations where people have gone from upper to lower socioeconomic levels and how that has affected them.”
M8trx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“This is a country of “opportunity” and it’s not uncommon for some of us to feel like we’ve moved into a different class because of our accomplishments. This posdcast gave the words for that experience. Words, thoughts and feelings.”
nerdyblkgrl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“This is a topic I’ve put much thought into but struggled to have meaningful conversations with others on and not found much good coverage in the media. Others have their gripes with some of the podcast’s quirks…well at least he’s finally talking about something that clearly carries meaning for so...”Read full review »
rrrachel93 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“I’m sure Terry Gross has no idea she’s a part of Blerd (Black nerd) vernacular. I remember one friend over 10 years ago said in regular conversation “I’m going to go out and get a bit of Terry Gross” and I immediately knew he was saying “I’m going to go get a bit of fresh air”. It was an IYKYK...”Read full review »
Rahatc498 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“I really enjoyed your show and I hope you make a second season!”
AlexinMay via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/29/24
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“I loved every episode of this and wasn’t ready for it to end. For each episode, the host covers one topic and interviews multiple people for it. Examples of topics: possible military recruitment towards certain classes, dining in nice restaurants as a newly middle class person, how class shows up...”Read full review »
jlmason1s via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/29/24
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“I loved this podcast so much! A new favourite from the wonderful guys at pineapple studio. Thought provoking, funny and heartfelt. The perfect balance!”
Mayamayammmm via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/23/24
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“I have really enjoyed this podcast. Can you please produce a 2nd season? I truly believe this topic is so juicy you could explore it for many more episodes. Anyway really wonderful series!”
Erica: mom, wife, therapist via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/24
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“I listened to the whole series on a rod trip. It was enjoyable and witty but felt empty of depth. Often it felt like middle class hipsters coming to terms with their own realization that that have become economically successful and trendy despite their self hatred for everything it represents.”
jimboSaban via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/24
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“This is an interesting podcast but it seems to imply that anytime you’re around a group of people that are different from you, it’s a problem if they…act differently from you? Or have different interests? It must be exhausting to take offense at everything that doesn’t match your own experience.”
Casnh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/14/24
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“Please tell me there is a second season coming and to the guy who complained about the cashmere socks anecdote, PLEASE tell me where to get cashmere socks for $10?!!!!”
Wee Natter via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/24
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“I couldn’t finish the fist episode because the “poor little rich guy” routine was annoying. He’s not a jerk for wearing cashmere socks, they aren’t even that expensive, most places sell them for less than $10.”
AdrieKo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/24
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“I’m from a mixed class background - highly educated but so poor growing up that other kids mocked us for having holes in our shoes. I learned how to behave in a restaurant by being a waitress. I dropped out of college after two years because I couldn’t imagine taking on debt, and then was...”Read full review »
Five trees via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/24
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“Thoughtful and poignant, it addressed the anxiety and challenges of being an upwardly mobile first gen college student.”
kellytingle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/25/24
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“How have you got me out here crying on the sidewalk??!? I loved this podcast so much, and in so many ways it touched on my own class background and struggle. I love how carefully and thoughtfully each episode was curated. The final episode had me out here cryyyyying. I’m just trying to walk the...”Read full review »
RaLea via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/24/24
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“My friend sent me a link to Episode 2 because I am a huge fan of Fresh Air and Terry Gross. I had not heard of this show before that. I loved that episode and the overall theme & ended up binge-listening to the entire series. Very well done! I now love the song, Common People, which I had...”Read full review »
Northerncoaster via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/24
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“Love this conversation. On episode 3 and I’ve wrestled with the same. My lessons have been to respect your housekeeper as a unicorn blend of an expert in his/her field.. like a doctor, and a thoughtful confidant like an amazing assistant. ❤️💪🙏 Approach with curiosity and humility, and all will be...”Read full review »
CuriousCompampionateEngineer via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/24
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“This is such a great podcast. Jonathan does an incredible job of directly handling a topic we often tiptoe around. His ability to make me laugh while doing so is so impressive. I learned, I laughed, and I loved this.”
BritBrit48 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/18/24
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“This is a fascinating podcast and makes you think about a wide variety of topics, from super-serious to working up the courage to ask a snobby waiter what the ingredients are in an inscrutable dish”
Al&frank via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/24
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“Binged the critically-acclaimed Classy podcast. It leans into what audio is made for - intimacy and emotion - and takes on a topic rarely discussed in this way in public media. While the podcast revolution has now been saturated, this one stands out as a star.”
nonogirl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/24
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“Best pod I’ve listened to recently. As a POC who grew up in an immigrant, working class household and am now a professor, I so identified with the cultural and social signifiers that I felt “marked” me as an outsider—from mispronouncing words, to never having gone skiing, to not knowing how to...”Read full review »
WarrenOlive via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/09/24
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“I enjoyed this podcast. I’ve grown up and now also live in a middle class environment and am always looking to learn about other people’s experiences. This was an interesting podcast to listen to and I liked the topics related to class that were discussed. I applaud the host’s honesty and...”Read full review »
Elbs0089942 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/02/24
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“This show is a discussion about STATUS and the different ways it shows up in our daily life. I wish we could talk about these things with other people, but it is not appropriate, because it can lead to accusations. It’s a tough subject, like politics and religion, and I hope we can create space...”Read full review »
Mr.MarcosRocha via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/01/24
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“Can the host correct his dependence on the word ‘like’??? I wanted to listen to the interview with Terry Gross but when I started counting the likes I knew I was done.”
Nickelpic via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/31/23
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“I’ve listened to four episodes now and they’re all engaging and entertaining. Jonathan talks to people of varying ethnicities and classes as well as presenting his own pov.”
Chnvaldez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/23
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“More like low self-esteem or a feeling of being on the outside regardless of “class”. Too much agonizing over nothing.”
LoriFLA via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/23
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“This is a solid show, but not a broad discussion of class in America. While the topics and guests vary by episode, it mostly presents a singular point of view: what it feels like to climb a rung on the socio-economic ladder, leaving your parents behind and having to navigate between both worlds....”Read full review »
Joyner P. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/29/23
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“This podcast does an amazing job unpacking all the different class insecurities we all deal with. It focuses on how we feel about class and talk about class, how we think about moving up or down the economic ladder. Highly recommend.”
ACC240 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/28/23
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“I’m 63 and, when I applied to the East Coast private college I ended up going to, the college asked “where did your parents go to college?” I had to write that they had not gone to college. The concept of first-gen student wasn’t being used widely yet.
I have to say, though, that the hardest...”Read full review »
anneoftheNorth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/23/23
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“Something different and very interesting”
hookec via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/23
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“While I have enjoyed much of this podcast, I am dumbfounded that shredded cheese was the topic of the food centered episode. There are VERY REAL food deserts in this country. And first food deserts which include the lack of support for breastfeed mothers, particularly mothers of color. And you...”Read full review »
Mrs.Wilson1229 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/23
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“I don’t care who you are, where you grew up, where you hope to go. This should be required listening for any student of life. Excellent delivery and writing by host, awesome selection of guests and their speaking so openly about their life experiences and blessing us with their perspectives… so...”Read full review »
KRE__ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/20/23
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