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

Join this Policy Profile Podcast that examines the latest policy activities impacting research around Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). Patricia D’Antonio, GSA’s Vice-President for Policy and Professional Affairs, and Ian Kremer, Executive Director of the Leaders Engaged on Alzheimer’s Disease (LEAD) Coalition, offer insights into the latest federal actions and what to expect in Congress this year around ADRD.

Resources

• BOLD Act
• NAPA
• By Pass Budget
• NAPA Annual Reports
• KAER Toolkit and GSA Resources
• U.S. Pointer Study
• ADRD Summit 2025

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Speaker

Ian Kremer, JD, Executive Director of the LEAD Coalition

Host

Patricia D'Antonio, BSPharm, MS, MBA, BCGP, Vice President of Policy and Professional Affairs, GSA

As GSA and our partners celebrate Careers in Aging Month, join Patricia D’Antonio, GSA’s vice president of policy and professional affairs, and Amy York, executive director of the Eldercare Workforce Alliance, as they discuss policy implications for caregivers.

Resources

• GSA’s Careers in Aging Month
• Eldercare Workforce Alliance
• Lifespan Respite Care Reauthorization Act, S. 830 introduced on the Senate and House bill to be introduced soon
• Alleviating Barriers for Caregivers (ABC) Act to be reintroduced soon (Bill from last congress is available here)
• Family Caregiver Awareness, Resources, and Education (CARE) Partnerships Act (language here) to be introduced soon

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Speaker

Amy York, MA, executive director of the Eldercare Workforce Alliance

Host

Patricia D’Antonio, BSPharm, MS, MBA, BCGP, GSA’s vice president of policy and professional affairs

The Older Americans Act (OAA) is a landmark legislation passed with Medicare and Medicaid in 1965 to provide critical support and services to older people in the United States. With Patricia D’Antonio, GSA’s Vice President of Policy and Professional Affairs, and Amy Gotwals, USAging’s Chief of Public Policy and External Affairs, this Policy Profile Podcast explores the OAA's history, impact, and future. Join us as we delve into the OAA's programs, successes, and today’s challenges.

Resources

• Senate Version of Older Americans Act Reauthorization
• USAging: Older Americans Act Reauthorization 2024-2025
• Administration for Community Living
• Leadership Council on Aging Organizations (LCAO) Chair’s Letter on Reauthorization of the Older Americans Act
• Eldercare Locator

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Speaker

• Amy Gotwals, BA, MA Legislative Affairs, USAging, Chief, Public Policy and External Affairs

Host

• Patricia D’Antonio, BSPharm, MS, MBA, BCGP, GSA, Vice-President of Policy and Professional Affairs

Considering the Interplay of Research and Policy

The dynamic interplay between research and policy affects geriatric/gerontology practice and research. Whether researcher, practitioner, or policy maker, understanding the context of each strengthens the reach of our work.

HS SRPP joint development team included:

• Carol Geary, PhD, MBA, RN
• Julie Gordon, DrPH, CPHQ
• Jolie Harris, DNS RN
• Anju Paudel, PhD, MGS, RN

Mentorship: Part 3 of 3

This GSA Section Podcast episode is hosted by Jolie Harris, explores mentorship from the mentor and mentee perspectives with insights shared by distinguished GSA members Ann Kolanowski and Jasmine Travers.

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Speakers

• Ann Kolanowski, PhD, RN, FGSA, FAAN
• Jasmine Travers, PhD, RN

Host

• Jolie Harris, DNS RN

This podcast episode is supported by the GSA Innovation Fund.

Considering the Interplay of Research and Policy

The dynamic interplay between research and policy affects geriatric/gerontology practice and research. Whether researcher, practitioner, or policy maker, understanding the context of each strengthens the reach of our work.

HS SRPP joint development team included:

• Carol Geary, PhD, MBA, RN
• Julie Gordon, DrPH, CPHQ
• Jolie Harris, DNS RN
• Anju Paudel, PhD, MGS, RN

Consideration of Policy Influences on Research: Part 2 of 3

This episode hosted by Julie Gordon, focuses on how policy influences research in geriatrics and gerontology. Robyn Stone and Alice Bonner, experts with decades of experience, address the “long view” of the critical interplay between policy and research.

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Speakers

• Alice Bonner, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAANP
• Robyn Stone, DrPH, FGSA, FNASI

Host

• Julie Gordon, DrPH, CPHQ

This podcast episode is supported by the GSA Innovation Fund.