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Chatting with Joana Coll Ferrer

Earlier this year, I took a trip to Menorca with my friend and his girlfriend (she is my friend as well but this sets the scene better). The group was going to be larger which meant I would be stuck on this small island with two people who are dating - talk about a third wheel. We stayed at a villa in Menorca owned and run by my friend’s girlfriend’s grandma - or as we call her, iaia. I didn’t meet her until a few days in when we ended up at her home for lunch. While I couldn’t communicate much with her due to the language barrier, I felt instantly welcomed. She shared her food with us and showed us her beautiful paintings. What struck me was the energy I felt radiating from her - she was really living life. I knew I wanted to include her perspective in this book, we all have some things we can learn from iaia.

Content Analysis: Ageism in My Big Fat Greek Wedding

Romantic comedies from the early 2000s were lighthearted, serving as a way for the whole family to unwind and share a few laughs. As society becomes more inclusive and these films age, we are reminded of the societal prejudices that were, and still are, commonly accepted two decades ago.

Exploring the Beauty of Ageing

As we navigate the later years of life, it’s clear that ageing is not about decline but about transformation and enrichment across various aspects of life, from reduced anxiety to enhanced social connections and increased happiness and pleasure. Understanding and embracing these changes can lead to a more satisfying and joyful journey through the golden years.

Breaking the Age Barrier: A Guide to Age Inclusivity

As Gen Z navigates the interconnected world of the 21st century, we are uniquely positioned to challenge ageist narratives...

Chatting with Elżbieta Skowroń

Outside of being the mother of two amazing children, Elżbieta Skowroń is a seasoned management executive, coach, and mentor with over three decades of experience in finance and operations. Throughout her career, she has excelled in the automotive industry, a field known for being incredibly male-dominated. Her dedication and resilience not only inspired me to embark on this project but also continually motivate me to push my own boundaries. In my conversation with her, I sought to delve deeper into her insights on the automotive industry, ageism, and more.

Impact of Ageism: Psychological, Physical, & Financial Wellbeing

Ageism is clearly prevalent in film and advertising, presenting itself in the form of underrepresentation and misrepresentation of people over 50. Older people are systematically portrayed as incompetent, grumpy, lonely, and confused; they end up marginalised and portrayed as dependent and cognitively impaired. This age-based prejudice manifests in how society dismisses older adults, and terms like “elderly,” “geezer,” “senior,” “senile,” imply the existence of a homogeneous and inferior group.

Five Films & Shows That Offer more Authentic Portrayals of Ageing

Finding movies and shows that authentically portray ageing is a challenge, but its not impossible. Here are 5 films and shows that do a better job than most at portraying old age.

Content Analysis: Ageism in E-Trade's Advertisement

The Impact of Ageism in Advertising: A Closer Look at E-Trade's 2018 Campaign

Content Analysis: Ageism in LinkedIn's Advertisement

Analysis of LinkedIn's Advertisement "No One Knows What You Do"

Even Animated Movies Can Perpetuate Harmful Stereotypes

Robinson’s research in “The Portrayal of Older Characters in Disney Animated Films” exemplifies the pervasive nature of ageism beyond the realm of live-action cinema, extending into animated movies that form a significant part of childhood experience.

A Conversation with Heidi Clements

I had the pleasure of speaking with Heidi Clements, TV Producer and Writer, known for the hit show Baby Daddy. You might also know her from her amazing storytelling on both Instagram and TikTok @welcometoheidi. She is incredibly authentic, raw, and just a pleasure to speak to, so I hope you enjoy this conversation.

Chatting to ChatGPT About Ageing

ChatGPT is a language model built through machine learning. It was trained using text databases from the internet.

Waning Whispers of Worry

As we journey through life, we often discover that with age comes not just years but wisdom, particularly in the realm of emotional and social intelligence.