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BuzzFeed
1 week ago
Writing

Women Over 40 Criticize The Ageist Discourse Surrounding "The Idea Of You"

Society has unrealistic expectations of how a 40-year-old woman should look, as highlighted by reactions to Anne Hathaway's appearance in a movie. [ more ]
Vulture
1 week ago
Writing

The Substance Is Disgusting, Twisted, and Instantly Divisive

The film 'The Substance' premiered at Cannes, sparking debate about ageism and female empowerment. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
4 weeks ago
Remote teams

"AITA For Accepting Money From My Parents For My Wedding Then Eloping" - 11 Of The Best Reddit Posts From This Week

Standing up to ageism and disrespectful behavior in the workplace is essential for a healthy work environment. [ more ]
#robinne-lee
time.com
1 month ago
Writing

ReducingThe Idea of Youto Fan Fiction Is Another Example of Dismissing Women's Art

Robinne Lee's book, The Idea Of You, challenges ageism, sexism, and societal norms surrounding women over 40 in Hollywood and beyond. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Books

The writer of Fifty Shades gave me tips': Robinne Lee on her scorching bonkbuster The Idea of You

How a chance encounter with a boyband inspired author Robinne Lee to write 'The Idea of You', which became a global sensation and has been adapted into a film. [ more ]
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#joe-biden
LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Top Trump gaffes: A laugh-out-loud look at his most memorable slip-ups

Trump's verbal gaffes undermine his attacks on Biden's age and cognitive abilities. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
Health

How ageism against Biden and Trump puts older folks at risk

Ageism is a form of stereotyping that often goes unnoticed
Age is not an accurate indicator of a person's abilities or values [ more ]
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The Drum
1 month ago
Marketing

Survival of the cheapest: The real reason there's so few 50-somethings in advertising

Adland's lack of retirement isn't due to ageism but cost-cutting. [ more ]
The Drum
1 month ago
Marketing

I was an old agency dog, but I learned new tricks

Ageism is prevalent in the creative industry, leading to job loss for experienced professionals.
Adapting to new technology and industry trends can help experienced individuals remain relevant and find opportunities. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Mental health

Three things to know about your brain on menopause and how to navigate the changes

Menopause needs to be reframed as a neurological event not just a reproductive one.
Historically, there has been an underestimation of the menopause-brain connection due to ageism and sexism. [ more ]
www.npr.org
3 months ago
Health

Opinion: This Valentine's Day, I'm giving the gift of hearing

Fear of stigma and ageism can prevent people from seeking help for hearing loss.
Hearing aids can be expensive, but are a crucial solution for improving quality of life. [ more ]
Kotaku
3 months ago
Video games

Legendary Industry Veterans Get Candid On Ageism In Gaming

Age discrimination is a hot-button issue in the video game industry.
Many older game developers transition to the business side of game dev due to the intense demands of development cycles. [ more ]
Independent
4 months ago
Music

If Sinead O'Connor was starting out today, would she get on Ireland's male-dominated radio playlists?

Ageism in the music industry
Gender disparity in the Irish music scene [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Mental health

My youth has all but faded. But my three-quarter-life crisis is filled with fascinating revelations and boundless joys | Paul Daley

Even in old age, people may not always feel or experience ageism or discrimination.
Realizing mortality can leave a person feeling cold and eager for professional acknowledgment in their younger years. [ more ]
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