In the episode on good taste, the host cited the French philosopher Pierre Bourdieu and his book to illustrate how preferences serve as a tool for the ruling class to distinguish themselves from others. The discussion highlighted the argument that what is considered 'good taste' often reflects wealth and power rather than inherent quality. The mention was informational rather than a strong endorsement, resulting in a casual reference.
Episode: what is "good taste?" [video]
The author mentioned a French philosopher, Pierre Bourdieu, known for his book "Distinction", which argued that "good taste" was a way for society's ruling class to separate themselves from those less powerful. This was mentioned in the context of how good taste is often confused with wealth and the ability to acquire expensive things.
Pierre Bourdieu, a French philosopher known for his book Distinction, a Social Critique of the Judgment of Taste, was one of many to note that good taste was merely a way of society's ruling class to separate themselves from those less powerful.