Let’s Create a Mass Movement Against Ageism!
The word activist has a strange ring to it. Yet, when the cause is worth it—why not join the movement? In today’s conversation, ageism activist Ashton Applewhite will share her thoughts on becoming a part of a community of active women. Enjoy the show! Read More
Fighting Back Against Ageism Can Help You to Live Happier and Healthier
Society and the media make us think that ageing is bad and we must do everything we can to prevent it. But they are wrong! Join us in conversation with ageism activist Ashton Applewhite, who says that people get happier as they get older—as long as they embrace their age with a positive attitude. Enjoy the show! Read More
3 Powerful Antidotes to Ageism: Awareness, Integration and Activism
Discrimination is a dirty word. And yet, we encounter it every day in many forms. What does ageism mean in our society? Join us in conversation with ageism activist Ashton Applewhite, who will tell us more about some things we can do toward erasing our own ageist mentality. Enjoy the show! Read More
I’m Angry About Ageism! Let’s Work Together to Fix it!
Since starting Sixty and Me, I have always tried to be as neutral as possible when it comes to political, social and cultural issues. But, today, I have something that I just need to get off my chest… I am so mad about ageism. In my opinion, this is an issue that we can all come together to solve and I would like brainstorm with you about how exactly to do this. Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More
Sam Elliott Says Ageism is a Real Issue in Hollywood – Especially for Older Women
The women in our community love Sam Elliott for many reasons. Some of us appreciate how he makes us feel. Others love his unique voice, which has appeared in movies ranging from iconic Westerns to light-hearted cartoons. Still others simply think that he’s a great actor. I’m a fan for all these reasons and more! Read More
Family BBQs, Exploding Phones, Storms and Ageism in the Workplace
For the next few days, our sisters in the U.S. and Canada will be celebrating the Labor Day weekend. If you live in one of these countries, I hope that you have a fabulous time with friends and family, enjoying the great outdoors and eating tasty food! Join us as we discuss this story plus the latest on Tropical Storm Hermine, a warning about the Galaxy Note 7 smartphone, a bombing in the Philippines’s and the truth about ageism in the workplace. Come join us for a cup of tea and a chat! And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More
6 Ideas for Creating Cash Flow and Escaping Ageism in the Workplace
It’s interesting to note how governments are universally at pains to promote the employment of the over 50’s. They aim to keep them working as long as possible.
Is this to prevent governments having to pay pensions? Or are they beginning to understand that people over 50, are no longer old? Personally, I think it’s the former. Read More
Meryl Streep Has Had Enough of Ageism
Hollywood has never taken a particularly positive view on aging. In the movies, older characters are usually portrayed as “over the hill,” grumpy and out of touch. The aging process itself is usually presented as something to be feared, not embraced. Read More
When it Comes to Ageism in Hollywood, Society is to Blame, Says Antonio Banderas
Does life imitate art or does art imitate life? That’s the crux of the question raised by Antonio Banderas’ recent comments on ageism in Hollywood. Read More
It’s Time to Get Angry About Ageism! Madonna’s Ready for a Fight
When I first read Madonna’s recent comments about ageism in Rolling Stone, I wasn’t sure what to think. On the one hand, I’ve seen first-hand how ageism can impact people over 60. I’ve heard heart-breaking stories of people being pushed out of their jobs, passed over for promotions and marginalized socially. Ageism is real and it should be addressed. Read More