An AARP Take On Today

An AARP Take On Today

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  • [126] Movies for Grownups Award Winners Talk Aging, Experience
    As the world continues to adhere to social distancing guidelines, the entertainment industry has now become more acclimated in engaging audiences from their homes. This year, AARP The Magazine's Movies for Grownups Awards Show took place virtually as it honored many award recipients from this past year's best movies and shows. On today's show, Tim Appelo, AARP Film Critic, returns to highlight some key moments from this year's ceremony.
    18 min
  • One Year of the Coronavirus Pandemic: Vaccines, Staying Safe and Caring for Loved Ones Part 2

    Recorded live March 11, 2021

    Falling on the one-year milestone of the World Health Organization declaring the coronavirus a global pandemic, this live Q&A event addressed the challenges we're still experiencing. Experts provided information on how federal, state and local governments are distributing the vaccine to older adults, people living and working in nursing homes, people of color, and those with underlying medical conditions.

    The Experts:

    • Thomas Campbell, M.D.Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Anschutz Medical Campus Multidisciplinary Center on Aging
    • Adriane CasalottiChief of Government and Public Affairs, National Association of County and City Health Officials
    • Donna Benton, Ph.D.Director of the Family Caregiver Support Center, University of Southern California
    • Bill Sweeney Sr. Vice President, Government Affairs, AARP
    29 min
  • One Year of the Coronavirus Pandemic: Vaccines, Staying Safe and Caring for Loved Ones Part 1

    Recorded live March 11, 2021

    Falling on the one-year milestone of the World Health Organization declaring the coronavirus a global pandemic, this live Q&A event addressed the challenges we're still experiencing. Experts provided information on how federal, state and local governments are distributing the vaccine to older adults, people living and working in nursing homes, people of color, and those with underlying medical conditions.

    The Experts:

    • Thomas Campbell, M.D.Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Anschutz Medical Campus Multidisciplinary Center on Aging
    • Adriane CasalottiChief of Government and Public Affairs, National Association of County and City Health Officials
    • Donna Benton, Ph.D.Director of the Family Caregiver Support Center, University of Southern California
    • Bill Sweeney Sr. Vice President, Government Affairs, AARP
    39 min
  • [125] Older Asian Americans and the History of Anti-Asian Violence
    The mass shooting in Atlanta last week killed eight people, six of them women of Asian descent. This week on 'Take on Today,' we hear about the response from older Asian American people on the tragedy, the history of Asian-targeted hate crimes in the U.S., and resources available to support the community. Take on Today, Episode 95 Take on Today, Episode 111
    23 min
  • [124] Planning for Retirement with Suze Orman & The Tax Season Demystified

    On March 11, Suze Orman and a panel of finance professionals answered caller questions on savings, retirement, and taxes in a recent AARP tele-town hall. Listen in as we discuss the critical queries asked and expert advice given.

    For more information:

    The Ultimate Retirement Guide for 50+

    One Year of the Coronavirus Pandemic and Finance Tips

    AARP Fraud Watch

    AARP Tax Aide

    38 min
  • Coronavirus Tele-Town Hall: Managing Personal Finances and Taxes Part 2

    Taxpayers are navigating an extremely complex tax season as result of unemployment, scams, the loss of a loved one, or their own health issues related to the pandemic. This tele-town hall helped listeners navigate questions related to stimulus payments, retirement investments and minimum distributions.

    This is the second of two parts of the live town hall that originally aired on March 11, 2021.

    The event continued with a panel of experts who responded to caller questions and shared additional tax and financial information.

    The Experts:

    • Erin M. CollinsNational Taxpayer Advocate
    • Deborah OwensFinancial Expert and Author, Founder and CEO of WealthyU
    • Steve ConaryAARP Tax Aide
    35 min
  • Suze Orman and AARP CEO Discuss COVID'S Impact on People, Their Finances and Their Taxes

    Taxpayers are navigating an extremely complex tax season as result of unemployment, scams, the loss of a loved one, or their own health issues related to the pandemic. This tele-town hall helped listeners navigate questions related to stimulus payments, retirement investments and minimum distributions.

    This is the first of two parts of the live town hall that originally aired on March 11, 2021.

    The event began with a moderated discussion between Suze Orman, the world's personal finance expert, who shared advice and steps people can take toward financial empowerment, and AARP Chief Executive Officer Jo Ann Jenkins, who shared how AARP is supporting older adults and providing resources during the pandemic.

    36 min
  • [123] How Centro Community Partners is Mentoring Entrepreneurs

    As a child, AARP Purpose Prize recipient Arturo Noriega saw his immigrant parents fight to access credit. Inspired by their struggle, Arturo established Centro Community Partners, mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs. On today's show, we hear about the organization that Noriega founded -- whose services have helped thousands of aspiring entrepreneurs from underserved populations.

    24 min
  • [122] It's Awards Season in Hollywood! AARP's Film Critic Discusses the Winners of the Annual Movies for Grownups Awards
    For many of us, stay-at-home orders have meant that movies and TV shows are a bigger part of our lives than ever before. For that reason, our guest is excited to have "such a bumper crop of masterworks" to enjoy from the past year. And now its time to celebrate those works. Today, Tim Appelo will discuss his favorite films, shows and talent that are being honored at AARP The Magazine's Movies for Grownups Awards. For two decades, the awards have recognized the films made by and for grownups, by advocating for the 50-plus audience, fighting industry ageism and encouraging films that resonate with older viewers.
    21 min
  • [121] Veteran Caregiver Receives A Helping Hand

    Before the pandemic, our guest Lara Garey had family members and clinicians coming in and out of her home every day to assist in providing care for her husband Tom, a veteran of the Air Force who lives with ALS. Once quarantine restrictions began, all of that that help stopped -- until recently.

    This week, hear from Lara about her caregiving journey. We'll also learn about the Respite Relief Program, a free benefit for military and veteran caregivers from caregiving advocate Lee Woodruff, co-founder of the Bob Woodruff Foundation. Lastly, we'll discuss the financial side of caregiving with AARP Financial Ambassador Jean Chatzky.

    For more information:

    • Financial Workbook for Veteran and Military Caregivers
    • Financial Workbook for Family Caregivers
    • Hidden Heros Respite Care
    • AARP Resources for Family Caregiving
    • AARP Resources for Veterans, Military and their Families
    30 min

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