Scientist-citizens are committed to proactive public engagement that improves understanding of science and policies that support all of us as we age. In this episode, GSA CEO James Appleby and President Tamara Baker welcome Reed V. Tuckson, MD, FACP, the co-convener and chair of the board of the Coalition For Trust In Health & Science.

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Speaker

• Reed Tuckson, MD, FACP, Co-Founder and Chair of the Board, Coalition For Trust In Health & Science

Hosts

• James Appleby, BSPharm, MPH, ScD (Hon), Chief Executive Officer, Gerontological Society of America
• Tamara A. Baker, MA, PhD, Professor, Department of Psychiatry, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, GSA President

This episode explores the latest data and policy potential presented by the National Alliance for Caregiving (NAC) and AARP's Caregiving in the US 2025 Report. For example, this data reveals a significant and growing cohort, with nearly 1 in 4 Americans now dedicated to family care—a 45% increase that represents a massive opportunity for social and economic innovation. This podcast will also preview NAC’s upcoming Caregiver Nation Summit in November 5th and 6th. This convening will bring together 100+ national leaders from caregiving, disability, and aging sectors to co-create the next generation of supportive policies.

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Speaker

• Jason Resendez, National Alliance for Caregiving, President and CEO

Host

• Trish D’Antonio, GSA Vice-President of Policy and Professional Affairs

Resources

• National Alliance for Caregiving
• Act on RAISE
• Caregiver Nation Network
• Caregiver Nation Summit
• Caregiving in the US 2025 Report

Social isolation, loneliness, and social health are emerging as key determinants of health across the life course. Join GSA's 2025 Public Policy Intern Apoorva Rangan and Morgan Bailie, Policy Director at the Foundation for Social Connection Action Network, this Policy Profile Podcast explores the evolving federal policy and research landscape around addressing these issues in our communities. Join us as we delve into this critical topic.

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Speaker

• Morgan Bailie, MPH, Policy Director, Foundation for Social Connection Action Network

Host

• Apoorva Rangan, O'Neill and Hyer Policy Intern, Gerontological Society of America

Resources

• Foundation for Social Connection Action Network
• Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation
• Older Americans Act Reauthorization
• Global Initiative on Loneliness and Connection
• GSA Reconciliation Summary