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Independence Day

What does the July 4th holiday actually mean?  Some thoughts about America and being an American in this Independence Day episode. 

Misogyny 2.0

Yes, I'm angry about the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.  I'm REALLY angry about the effect it will have on women, and I'm even more angry that we have to fight again -- still -- against institutional sexism.  Especially discrimination against older women and women of color. One theory for why it exists, is that it's because of how the media portray us.  

Our Money

Inflation has been raging and last week, the Feds raised their benchmark short-term interest rate by the largest increase in decades.  What does that mean for us?  I break it down and offer some experts' tips in "Our Money", the latest episode of WomanWorthy: Real Talk About Real Issues for Women Over 60.

Sexism and Ageism in Theater

This first of two episodes on how older women are represented on-stage and on-screen, features interviews with two theater women who tell it like it is, and their organizations that are trying to change that.

The Elusiveness of Joy

Last week's Memorial Day podcast was on grief and loss, so of course, this week's has to be on joy and happiness.  Are they the same?  Do we understand and experience them in the same way?  Thoughts and, of course, research on the elusive concept of "joy" from some folks who claim to know.

Memorial Day: Grief & Loss

While Memorial Day is meant to honor military men and women who died in service, for me it is about remembering and honoring those who died who were dear to us. Some thoughts, interesting takes, research, helpful hints and even humor on grief and loss in the latest episode -- published a bit earlier this week -- of WomanWorthy:  Real Talk About Real Issues for Women Over 60.

The Psychology of Aging: An Intergenerational Approach

A psychology professor at Shepherd University in West Virginia has a unique way of teaching her annual "Psychology of Aging" course.  Dr. Heidi Dobish works with both college students and community senior adults, bringing them together online in an in-depth approach to debunking stereotypes.  New older adult participants are welcome! Contacts and comments on the WomanWorthy Facebook page.

Public Policy and Older Women

A couple of questions to ponder:  do we in the U.S. have any public policy that's directed specifically toward older women?  And if we do, are older women at the policy-making table?  Here's what I found out. 

Boomerang Boomers

People are going back to work and there are plenty of jobs available, and one of the growing number of populations doing this is retirees -- the "boomerang boomers".  Why? For the money?  For a "purpose-filled life"?  Or to have..."something to point to"? 

Investigating MAPs

No, not as in cartography, but as in Medicare Advantage Plans.  I have one.  Do you, or are you considering one?  If so, you should know about this "late-breaking news".