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...

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. Discover how these dynamic hosts navigate the digital landscape to share powerful conversations, celebrate aging, and challenge stereotypes.    Senior Planet from AARP is a community of people 60 and older who are learning to thrive in the digital world. Senior...

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 from AARP is a community of people 60 and older who are learning to thrive in the digital world. Senior Planet programs are offered free of charge online...

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...

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...

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...

Welcome to Aging Rewired, a new podcast by Senior Planet from AARP, exploring the intersections of aging and technology through insightful conversations. Join host Sheila Solomon on a journey through the constantly-shifting landscape of today’s digital world. Episode 1 of Aging Rewired drops on June 26. Subscribe now to be notified whenever new episodes are released. We want to hear from you! Head over to seniorplanet.org/podcast where you can send us an audio note about what our motto —...