Breaking the Ageist Paradox: A Futurists View of Demographics and Society

Episode #160DescriptionIn this episode, our host Wendy Green sits down with guest Bradley Schurman, a futurist and an expert in navigating disruptive population change. Bradley shares his insights on the ageist paradox and how it affects our view of aging and older adults. We dive deep into the impact of aging populations on business, the labor market, governments and society as a whole.Shifting Demographics: We delve into the fascinating world of changing demographics and how it is reshaping our society. From slowing population growth to depopulation in countries like China, Russia, and Japan, we discuss the implications and opportunities presented by these shifts.Rethinking Work and Retirement: The concept of retirement is evolving, and we discuss how extending working lives can be a win-win situation for individuals and organizations. Learn about examples from Germany, where the labor market has been transformed to retain workers for longer periods, and how companies like BMW have adapted their workforce to address the needs of an aging population.Takeaways:> The Need to Address Aging Populations - Governments, societies, and businesses addressing the aging population - Challenges and opportunities presented by an aging population>  Value of Work in Society - Views on the value of work, whether paid or unpaid - Staying engaged in work for personal value and fulfillment> Unique Challenges for Older Women - Unique challenges faced by older single women - Considerations for policy and support>  Transitioning into Retirement - Gradual transition options for retirement, such as dropping hours or job sharing - Transferring skills to younger workersDon't miss out on this thought-provoking episode and be sure to join us for the insightful discussion. Call to Action:Subscribe on Apple Podcast,  or Spotify or wherever you listen to podcastsFollow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and InstagramYou can email me with questions or comments at [email protected] Schurman can be reached at [email protected] his website at https://BeHumanChange.comSubscribe to Crunchy Tales at https://www.crunchytales.com/join-us/Become a Boomer Believer at https://buymeacoffee.com/HeyBoomer0413