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AI Is Everywhere. How Are Older Adults Harnessing Its Power?
04/23/2026 | 45 mins.
A recent AARP study showed that eight in ten adults 50-plus report having used some form of AI. So how are older adults currently using AI and what new applications can they look forward to in the future? In this episode of Aging Rewired, we explore that question through two different conversations.

First, we are joined in the studio by Fan Zhang, Principal Engineer, Accessibility Innovation at Meta. Fan and Sheila discuss how older adults can harness the power of AI through wearables, such as Meta’s AI glasses, to make their daily lives more accessible. To learn more about Meta’s AI glasses visit meta.com/ai-glasses.

Then, you’ll hear from two Senior Planet employees (Katherine Lam Bellacero, Curriculum Manager and Wanda Woods, Technology Trainer) about what they’re hearing from older adults in the classroom, how Senior Planet develops AI curriculum, and what future improvements to aging they hope AI will bring. To explore Senior Planet’s free AI resources, visit seniorplanet.org/ai.
Pollution Solutions: "Old Ladies” are Saving the Planet
04/09/2026 | 34 mins.
How can seniors use technology to help clean up the environment? In this episode, you’ll hear the stories of two older adults who are harnessing social media to build community and improve the world around them. First, we speak with Susan Baur, the founder of Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage (olaug-ma.com). Next, you’ll hear from Sokie Lee, the founder of NYC Clean volunteers (facebook.com/groups/nyccleanvolunteers/).
To learn more about Senior Planet from AARP and our free programs for older adults, visit seniorplanet.org or call 888-713-3495.
Discussing Death - How Seniors are Talking Through the Taboo
03/26/2026 | 30 mins.
Older adults are using the internet to create virtual safe spaces where they can talk openly about death. In today’s episode, we hear from Bre Clark, an end-of-life doula, who runs Senior Planet’s Death Cafe, as well as two frequent participants, about their experiences talking about grief and end-of-life preparation online.

To join Senior Planet’s Death Cafe and more online discussion groups, visit: https://seniorplanet.org/classes. To learn more about Bre’s services, visit: https://www.eclipseintoharmony.com.

Senior Planet from AARP is a community of older adults who are learning to thrive in the digital world. Senior Planet programs are offered free of charge online and in-person to help older adults build technology skills to allow them to improve their health, make new friendships, save money, and advocate in their communities. To learn more, visit www.seniorplanet.org or follow @SeniorPlanet on social media.
From Driverless Cars to Motorcycle Clubs - Alternative Transportation Solutions for Older Adults
03/12/2026 | 26 mins.
On average, Americans outlive their decision to stop driving by ten years. With limited access to public transportation, what tech and community-based solutions are there to ensure that older adults have access to affordable and reliable transportation? We hear three different perspectives in this season premiere. Guests include Katherine Freund, President & CEO of ITNAmerica (itnamerica.org); Cheryl Stewart, a founding member of the all-women's Sirens Motorcycle Club (sirensnyc.org); and Alain Kornhauser, a professor at Princeton.
Senior Planet from AARP is a community of older adults who are learning to thrive in the digital world. Senior Planet programs are offered free of charge online and in-person to help older adults build technology skills to allow them to improve their health, make new friendships, save money, and advocate in their communities. To learn more, visit www.seniorplanet.org or follow @SeniorPlanet on social media.
Stories of Change
11/18/2025 | 13 mins.
In this bonus episode, we dive into three stories told by participants of Senior Planet from AARP, the nonprofit behind Aging Rewired, to explore how community members are harnessing the power of technology to connect and grow. Every year, thousands of older adults join free Senior Planet programming and leave with the skills and confidence they need to change their lives.

Giving Tuesday is the largest fundraiser of the year for nonprofits. To support Senior Planet’s Giving Tuesday campaign, visit seniorplanet.org/givingtuesday. Thanks to a generous match from AARP, your tax-deductible donation will DOUBLED, dollar for dollar, up to $75,000.

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What does life as an older adult look like in today’s digital age? What might it look like in the future? Dive into Aging Rewired, where we explore the intersections of technology and aging. Join us for insightful conversations where we will learn from experts and hear stories from older adults from all walks of life. At Senior Planet from AARP, we believe in Aging with Attitude™ and we're on a mission to help older adults harness the power of technology to thrive in the digital world. We’re flipping the script on aging, celebrating inspiring older adults, and closing the digital divide. Get ready to see aging in a whole new light! Senior Planet from AARP a community of older adults who are learning to thrive in the digital world. Senior Planet programs are offered free of charge online and in-person to help older adults build technology skills to allow them to improve their health, make new friendships, save money, and advocate in their communities. To learn more, visit https://www.seniorplanet.org/ or follow @SeniorPlanet on social media.

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