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What does life as an older adult look like in today’s digital age? What might it look like in the future? Dive into Aging Rewired, where we explore the intersections of technology and aging. Join us for insightful conversations where we will learn from experts and hear stories of older adults from all walks of life.
At Senior Planet from AARP, our motto is Aging with Attitude™ and we’re on a mission to help older adults harness the power of technology to thrive in the digital world. We’re flipping the script on aging, celebrating inspiring older adults, and closing the digital divide. Get ready to see aging in a whole new light!
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Meet the Host: Sheila Solomon
Sheila Solomon was born and raised in Newport News, Virginia, where she spent her early years exploring becoming an artist, then a physician, and finally a journalist. Growing up, she exhibited the same curious nature she has now, eager to meet new people, learn, and discover new things.
After graduating from Hampton University, Sheila embarked on a career journey that continues to be both challenging and rewarding. Sheila has worked at The Hampton Monitor, the Daily Press, Newsday, The Charlotte Observer, the Chicago Tribune, and Rivet 360, and continues to hone her skills in the media industry as an older adult.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Sheila is deeply committed to giving back to her community, volunteering with with organizations like City Bureau, The Obsidian Collection: Black Media, and Growing Community Media. In her free time, Sheila enjoys book club meetings, traveling, dancing, and hanging out with friends and family.
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Aging Rewired Season 1
Episode 1: Aging with Attitude™️
Guest: Tom Kamber, Executive Director of OATS from AARP
Welcome to the inaugural episode of Aging Rewired! In our first conversation, host Sheila Solomon dives into the world of aging and technology with guest Tom Kamber, Executive Director of Older Adults Technology Services (OATS) from AARP. Tom shares the origin story of OATS flagship program Senior Planet and explains the meaning behind our slogan: Aging with Attitude™. Sheila and Tom share their thoughts about getting older, what it will take to change ageist narratives and stereotypes that still linger today, innovation (and intimidation) in tech, sexy fast-food ads, and so much more!
Episode 2: Rewriting the Script on Aging
Guests: Samuel Van Vleet, Richard Brunner, and Jerry Riesenberg – Institute for Learning in Retirement at Miami University in Ohio
It’s never too late to tell your story! In this episode of Aging Rewired, Sheila speaks with gerontology doctoral student Samuel Van Vleet, and students Richard Brunner and Jerry Riesenberg from his “How to Make a Movie” class at The Institute for Learning in Retirement at Miami University in Ohio. Older adult students in this class learn the art of filmmaking from the ground up using modern digital techniques and equipment. Hear firsthand from Richard and Jerry as they discuss their experiences making their first short film, the place of older adults in higher education, and the transformative power of storytelling at any age.
Click here to watch Samuel, Richard, and Jerry’s documentary short film, Friend of a Friend.
Episode 3: Images of Aging
Guest: Barbara Shipley, Senior Vice President of Brand Integration, AARP
In today’s digital media landscape, we are inundated with visual images across an ever-growing list of platforms. Portrayals of older adults often perpetuate ageist stereotypes, such as depicting older adults as frail, technologically inept, or disconnected from the modern world. In this episode of Aging Rewired, our guest Barbara Shipley, AARP’s Senior Vice President of Brand Integration, discusses AARP’s innovative work to reshape the image of aging and challenge traditional media’s portrayal of older adults.
Learn more about AARP’s Disrupt Aging® Collection in collaboration with Getty Images here.
Episode 4: Aging with Pride
Guest: Wes Morrison, Senior Planet Participant
As a dedicated volunteer leading LGBTQ+ support groups online for older adults, Wes Morrison sheds light on the importance of safe and inclusive settings. Join us as we discuss challenges faced by older adults in the LGBTQ+ community and celebrate the resilience, strength, and unity found in these supportive online spaces.
Senior Planet’s Pride Discussion Group meets online over Zoom on Mondays at 4:00pm ET. Learn more and sign up at www.seniorplanet.org/pride.
Episode 5: Aging on the Airwaves
Guests: Joanne Sandler & Idelisse Malavé – Hosts, Two Old Bitches podcast
In this episode, we take to the airwaves with two special guests — and fellow podcasters — Joanne Sandler and Idelisse Malavé. Their thought-provoking program, Two Old Bitches, is dedicated to telling the stories of remarkable women over 50. Discover how these dynamic hosts navigate the digital landscape to share powerful conversations, celebrate aging, and challenge stereotypes.
Learn more about the Two Old Bitches podcast here! (B.eing I.n T.otal C.harge of H.erself)
Episode 6:
Let’s Talk about Sex… and Aging
Guest: Joan Price – Author, Speaker, and Advocate for Ageless Sexuality
Episode Host: Virge Randall – Managing Editor, seniorplanet.org
In this episode of Aging Rewired, we explore the world of sex, relationships, and online dating for older adults. Guest interviewer Virge Randall, the managing editor of seniorplanet.org, talks with Joan Price, Senior Planet’s “Sex at Our Age” columnist and together, they delve into the unique challenges and opportunities of finding love in the digital era and navigating the bedroom as bodies and desires change with age. This episode is chock-full of practical advice on how to get what you need from your partner and honest conversations about the realities of senior sex.
Joan Price, now 80, has been writing and speaking about senior sex since 2005 and is globally known as an expert in older-age sexuality. She’s authored four books about sex and aging, including the award-winning Naked at Our Age and Sex after Grief: Navigating Your Sexuality After Losing Your Beloved. Find Joan’s books, her blog, tips and webinars at www.joanprice.com. Senior Planet has run her popular “Ask Joan” sex advice column for a decade. Read all of Joan Price’s Senior Planet columns here.
Virge Randall is the Managing Editor of seniorplanet.org. As a writer, editor, and former UPI reporter, she leads a team of contributors to present useful content on the hot topics and trends affecting older people. Virge’s “Open Thread” series looks at aging with humor and insight on topics like “Dumbest Smart Technology” and “Advice to Your Younger Self” and invites readers to share their thoughts.