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S6 E2: Breanna Mylius and Yvonne Marchese on Ageism
S6 E2: Breanna Mylius and Yvonne Marchese on Ageism
S6 E2: Breanna Mylius and Yvonne Marchese on Ageism
Thursday 12th October 2023
Join Brianna Milius and Yvonne Marchese on Beyond Theory as they discuss ageism, sharing personal stories and promoting empathy across generations.
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Episode Overview
- Ageism affects nearly half of American workers over 40, with 27% reporting job denial due to their age.
- The podcast delves into personal, institutional, and self-directed ageism, shedding light on the harmful stereotypes and discrimination faced by individuals of all ages.
- Yvonne Marchese shares her personal experience of aging, challenging societal perceptions and embracing new hobbies as she defies age-related stereotypes.
- The episode concludes with a call to action, encouraging listeners to connect with someone from a different generation and learn something new.
- By fostering genuine connections, the podcast aims to challenge ageism and promote understanding and empathy across generations.
In this episode of Beyond Theory, Brianna Milius and Yvonne Marchese shed light on the harmful impact of ageism, challenging societal perceptions and promoting understanding and empathy across generations.
Ever thought about how ageism affects our lives daily? In this episode of Beyond Theory, Dominic Lawson sits down with Brianna Milius, Clinical Director of The Meadows, and Yvonne Marchese, host of the Late Bloomer Living podcast, to tackle this often overlooked issue. Ageism isn’t just a problem for older folks; it impacts everyone, and nearly half of American workers over 40 report facing discrimination because of their age. But what does that really mean for mental health and relationships?
Brianna and Yvonne share their personal journeys, revealing how ageism has touched their lives and how they’ve fought back against it. Yvonne opens up about embracing new hobbies and challenging societal norms about aging, while Brianna discusses the broader mental health implications of age-based prejudice. They dive into the importance of intergenerational relationships, highlighting how listening to and learning from people of different ages can foster empathy and understanding.
By the end of the episode, you’ll be inspired to reach out to someone from a different generation and start a conversation. It’s more than just breaking down stereotypes; it’s about building connections that make us all stronger.