In this episode of The 314 Podcast, host Sarah Fenske talks with Nicholas Phillips and Samir Knox, the two reporters anchoring St. Louis Magazine’s new Economic Mobility Lab funded by the James S. McDonnell Foundation. They discuss Nick’s new story about a high-achieving young man who went from a working class background to earning a doctorate—and how social capital played a key role in his journey. They also explain what they plan to focus on as they seek to cover policies, programs, and people trying to achieve a better life for themselves and their kids.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Surprise $5M gift will grant some St. Charles Community College students a free 4-year degree
• Bridge Bread will open a bakery in the Loop, with new opportunities for workers

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