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An AARP Take On Today

Dec 16, 2021

Since the beginning of the pandemic, there has been a massive surge in online shopping rather than going to brick-and-mortar stores. Although online shopping is convenient, experts like AARP Director of Fraud Victim Support Amy Nofziger urge caution. Listen in as she discusses the various ways you might encounter a...


Nov 11, 2021

A new AARP report finds that veterans are more likely to lose money to scams than civilians. Fraudsters often use military jargon and specific government guidelines to craft an effective pitch to steal money from military members and veterans. AARP’s Troy Broussard, a veteran himself, reveals scammers’ tactics and...


Oct 29, 2021

On Thursday, President Biden unveiled the Build Back Better framework – a “$1.75 trillion economic and climate change plan.” But it left out one of his central pledges: to act on high drug prices.  

We put together today’s special episode to give you an update, to let you know that the fight isn’t over, and to...


Oct 28, 2021

For decades, Chef Bill Bracken led kitchens and won awards for his culinary work. He had worked in Beverly Hills and Newport Beach to cook for high-profile diners. But in 2013, he changed course and fed his local community instead. In recognition of his ability to tap into his life experience to build a better future...


Oct 15, 2021

The Social Security Administration just announced its annual cost-of-living adjustment for 2022. This week, we talk about the rate increase and what it means for Social Security beneficiaries.

Also, we’ll discuss the state of unemployment for older workers. AARP Vice President of Financial Resiliency Programming...