Are Degrees Losing Their Power? | Prof. Josse Roussel on the Future of Credentials

Is the university degree still the dominant currency of credibility — or are we witnessing its quiet decline? In this episode, economist Prof. Josse Roussel breaks down the erosion of the graduate wage premium, the paradox of degree massification, and what a proof-based hiring world might look like. From Ivy League brand power to the coming credential crisis, this is essential listening for students, employers, and policymakers. 📌 Topics covered: graduate wage premium · degree massification · skills-based hiring · higher education reform · future of work 🔔 Subscribe to The Curiosity Exchange for weekly conversations at the frontier of ideas. 👉 Subscribe, Like & Share to support safe, mindful learning for children. 🌱 Explore more: www.funeducated.com 📩 Write to us: [email protected] 🎧 Listen & Subscribe on Your Favorite Platforms Funeducated Kids Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0SAVml1... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8a7... Funeducated Reflections Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0A4nUDW... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c1a... Funeducated Elders Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/69kZGLJ... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/d7e...