{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"SC161: Mia McNeil: The Hope Dealer\u2019s Guide to Aging, Advocacy &amp; AARP","description":"In this STEMulating Conversations episode,&amp;nbsp;hope dealer Mia McNeil, ESq., Tennessee State Director for AARP, joins us to unpack the truth behind the organization\u2019s mission, the power of advocacy, and why aging is everyone\u2019s issue. AARP isn\u2019t just about senior discounts\u2014it's shaping the future of healthcare, equity, and livable communities. Mia brings energy, insight, and truth as she dispels the common myths about AARP \u2014 it\u2019s not just for &quot;old folks,&quot; and it's not just about discounts. She shares how the organization champions critical issues like healthcare access, digital inclusion, and livable communities for all ages. We explore what AARP actually does\u2014and why it matters for people of all ages, the importance of intergenerational collaboration and planning for the silvering generation, what professionals, entrepreneurs, and policymakers should consider in building inclusive futures. Listen in and get inspired to think bigger, plan smarter, and live with purpose\u2014at any age. ","author_name":"STEMulating Conversations with Dr. Q","author_url":"http:\/\/stemulatingconvo.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/36844325\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/189188615"}