Let's Talk About Ageism

Sage Aging

This week on Sage Aging

Ageism exists for people of all ages and the best way to combat it is to talk about it. Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten what you went in there for? Maybe you chalked it up to a "senior moment." Have you ever been to a restaurant where the server, who is much younger than you, speaks to you as if you are a young child and calls you sweetie or pumpkin? Similarly, perhaps you've told someone "you look good for your age."

All of these scenarios have one thing in common. They're all examples of ageism. Ageism is something most people experience at one point or another. As a matter of fact, if you take a close look at your own life, you've likely experienced ageism. You may have been guilty of ageist behaviors yourself.

Join me and Dr. Kathy Black as we talk about Ageism and how we can help combat it.

My Guest

Dr. Kathy Black joined me for this discussion about ageism. If you've been listening to the podcast from the beginning, that name should sound familiar. Kathy was the second-ever guest on the Sage Aging podcast (Here is our conversation about social isolation). Not only is Dr. Black someone I'm honored to call my friend, but she's an accomplished expert in the field of aging. As a Professor of Aging Studies and Social Work at the University of South Florida, Sarasota-Manatee campus, Kathy has led many a discussion about ageism.

Learn more about Dr. Kathy Black.

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