Gendered Ageism, Media Bias & Turning 50

In this episode of It’s A Small World!, we explore gendered ageism, workplace bias, media representation and the cultural double standard of ageing.

Why are older men described as “distinguished,” “seasoned” and “authoritative”, while women are sold anti-ageing products and warned about wrinkles before they’ve earned them?

We discuss:

• What ageism really means (for young and old)

• Gender bias in the workplace

• Age discrimination in media and television

• Anti-ageing culture and cosmetic pressure

• Imposter syndrome vs societal messaging

• Turning 50 and navigating visibility

• Professional age preferences and trust bias

• How ageing impacts income, confidence and identity

From “silver fox” stereotypes to newsroom double standards, from job adverts coded with “digital native” language to influencer culture and cosmetic surgery, we unpack how society frames female ageing differently.

Is ageing decline, or accumulation of power, authority and lived experience?

If you're interested in identity, culture, feminism, workplace equality, psychology, or how media shapes self-worth - this episode is for you.

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Book mentioned in episode 'Super Ageing" available from Amazon - https://amzn.to/46Y3v2f