How You’re Getting Discriminated Against at Work, Part 1, with Attorneys Peter Romer Friedman and Elizabeth Aniskevich
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My guests today are Elizabeth Aniskevich from the AARP Foundation and lawyer Peter Romer-Friedman, two powerhouses in the fight against age discrimination. They're here to shed light on this pervasive issue that's been hiding in plain sight (or, should we say, in plain algorithms?).
Remember when job listings could brazenly ask for "recent college grads" or specify a maximum age? Well, those days might be gone, but the discrimination just got sneakier! Elizabeth shares some stats from AARP's research: a whopping 64% of older adults have seen or felt the sting of age bias, with 40% experiencing it after hitting the big 4-0.
Additionally, Peter shares his experiences battling Silicon Valley giants and their questionable hiring practices. We dive into the world of AI and algorithms, exploring how these supposedly neutral tools might be perpetuating age bias without anyone even realizing it.
We're covering everything from sneaky job ad targeting on platforms like Meta to the subtle ways ageism creeps into workplace culture. And the best part? We're not just complaining – we're talking solutions.
So, whether you're a seasoned tech pro, a coding newbie, or just someone who believes in workplace fairness, this episode is for you. Join us for an eye-opening conversation about age, tech, and justice.
"When you're talking about recruiting people, it's very different than recruiting customers for soap or paper towels or a car. When you're recruiting for a job or a mortgage or insurance, there are laws that say you can't exclude people based on who they are, including their age.”
- Peter Romer-Friedman
In This Episode:
-AARP research findings on the prevalence of ageism and its impact
-Elizabeth's journey into civil rights litigation
-Peter’s public interest litigation work and experience
-Age discrimination in Silicon Valley
-Intersectionality and cultural factors that compound ageism
-How AI and algorithms perpetuate discriminatory job postings
-The burden of proof in age discrimination cases
-Workplace diversity and the value of older workers
-Positive signs and cultural shifts in ageism
And much more!
Connect with Peter Romer-Friedman:
-Website: https://prf-law.com/
-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-romer-friedman-7031576/
Connect with Elizabeth Aniskevich:
-Website: https://www.aarp.org/aarp-foundation/
-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-aniskevich-b3690617
Connect with Maureen Clough:
-Instagram: @itgetslateearly - https://www.instagram.com/itgetslateearly/
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