Episodios

  • Spotting and Stopping Misinformation
    Jul 11 2024

    On this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon sits down with Dan Evon, Senior Manager of Education Design at The News Literacy Project. Dan joins Dr. Gordon to discuss how we can spot and stop misinformation. Together they discuss key tips to identify misinformation, how social media affects the spread of misinformation, how the public can be better stewards of sharing credible news, and more. Listen in for another informative episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California.

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    26 m
  • Where’d the Money Go?
    Jun 13 2024

    On this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon sits down with Jennifer Jones, Vice President of Financial Security and Livable Communities for AARP Government Affairs. Jennifer joins Dr. Gordon to talk about financial security, with a focus on Social Security. Together they discuss how Social Security is financed, the challenges Social Security faces in the coming years, and what you can do to help protect it. Listen in for another important episode of In Clear Terms, brought to you by AARP California.

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    27 m
  • Complete Streets
    May 16 2024

    On this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon sits down with Tim Morstad, a Government Affairs Director for AARP’s Livable Communities national team. Tim joins Dr. Gordon to discuss how complete streets benefit people of all ages, models for complete streets that communities can follow, and how both residents and local governments can create safer streets. Listen in for another important episode of In Clear Terms, brought to you by AARP California.

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    24 m
  • She’s The Difference California
    Apr 24 2024

    On this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon sits down with Lucia del Puppo, Senior Vice President of public-opinion research firm FM3 Research, and Patricia Pérez, AARP California volunteer and its first State President Emeritus. Lucia and Patricia join Dr. Gordon to discuss the results from She’s the Difference California, a recent survey conducted by AARP California on California women voters, ages 40 plus. Topics include: what factors are most important to women voters, what concerns women voters have around aging, Hispanic/Latina voters’ priorities, and so much more. Listen in for another important episode of In Clear Terms, brought to you by AARP California.

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    21 m
  • Avoiding Common Tax Season Scams
    Mar 14 2024

    On this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon sits down with Seth Boffeli, Senior Advisor on AARP’s Fraud Prevention Programs Team. Seth joins Dr. Gordon to talk about common tax season scams and frauds – how to spot warning signs, how to take immediate action if you think you have become a victim, and more practical advice. Listen in for another important episode of In Clear Terms, brought to you by AARP California.

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    31 m
  • Understanding Age Discrimination
    Feb 15 2024

    On this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon sits down with Daniel Kohrman, Senior Attorney with AARP Foundation Litigation. In his role, Dan litigates and writes appellate briefs representing older workers and he principally challenges age and/or disability discrimination on the job or against older jobseekers. He joins Dr. Gordon to talk about age-discrimination – what it is and the laws around it both federally and in California. So join us for another impactful episode of In Clear Terms, brought to you by AARP California.

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    40 m
  • Opportunities to Save on Utilities
    Jan 11 2024

    Join host Dr. Thyonne Gordon on this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California as she speaks with Brian Stewart, Co-Founder of Electrify Now, a volunteer organization devoted to educating energy consumers and homeowners about the benefits of electrification. Brian shares insights on the financial incentives and savings California residents can take advantage of through different utility, appliance and transportation options. Press play and enjoy this episode of In Clear Terms, brought to you by AARP California.

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    44 m
  • Protecting Yourself From Scams & Fraud
    Dec 7 2023

    On this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon is joined by Liz Buser, a Senior Advisor on AARP’s Fraud Prevention Programs team, where she empowers consumers to spot scams and fraud. She joins Dr. Gordon to help equip listeners with information on the most common frauds and scams that pop up during the holidays. They also discuss what you can do to protect yourself and your loved ones. So press play and join us for an informative episode of In Clear Terms, brought to you by AARP California.

    For more information check out these resources from AARP:

    • How to Protect Yourself From Holiday Scams (aarp.org)
    • Watchdog Alerts
    • Scam-Tracking Map
    • AARP Veterans Fraud Center
    • Fraud Victim Support (Free, confidential discussion groups)
    • www.aarp.org/fraude (recursos en español)

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    35 m