Flash Forward

Vanguard Estates: Can Robots Really Help the Aging?


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In this series, we’re taking a look at some of the real science, policy, economics, law and ethics that inspired the events of Vanguard Estates. Today: can robots really help the aging? What are the pros and cons of these devices, and how do you evaluate their safety? 

Guests:

  • Victor Wang: CEO of care.coach
  • Dr. Amanda Lazar: assistant professor at the University of Maryland College of Information Studies
  • Dr. Clara Berridge: associate professor at the University of Washington School of Social Work
  • Laurie Orlov: founder of Aging and Health Technology Watch
  • Kate Swaffer: activist & author, co-founder of Dementia Alliance International
  • Nikki: care partner & founder of A Log Cabin in Brooklyn
  • Dr. Tia Powell:  psychiatrist and the director of the Center for Bioethics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, author of the book Dementia Reimagined: Building a Life of Joy and Dignity from Beginning to End.


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    Flash Forward is hosted by, Rose Eveleth and produced by Ozzy Llinas Goodman. The intro music is by Asura and the outro music is by Hussalonia. The episode art is by Mattie Lubchansky.

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