Episode 23: Aging - A Global Style Guide

From grey hairs to raisins, join us as we explore the culture of aging! We'll share personal anecdotes—like Hostion's eternal youthfulness and Andrea's grey hair pride —while we explore the complex layers behind ageism and respect for elders around the globe. From cultural expectations in China to the wisdom revered in Indigenous communities, we'll debunk some cultural myths about growing old. We'll look at  collective versus individualistic cultures and how each treats its elderly. And we'll end with learning about the oldest person in Canada and the fast-growing age demographic on our globe. Join us as we address the age bias and find that there may be a better solution than just living alone as we age - we can build community and family, even in Canada.Let us know what you think of this episode! Text us!Go to Canadian Salad Website for all sources cited in this episode. Sign up for our newsletter to stay connected: https://www.canadiansalad.ca/contact And please refer us to your friends, family and that racist uncle that just doesn't get it.Follow us on TikTok and Instagram Theme music by Nver Avetyan from Pixabay. A Janklin Production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.