Vanguard Estates: Can Robots Really Help the Aging?
b'In this series, we\\u2019re taking a look at some of the real science, policy, economics, law and ethics that inspired the events of Vanguard Estates. Today: can robots really help the aging? What are the pros and cons of these devices, and how do you evaluate their safety?\\xa0\\nGuests:\\n\\n\\nVictor Wang: CEO of care.coach\\n\\n\\n\\nDr. Amanda Lazar: assistant professor at the University of Maryland College of Information Studies\\n\\n\\nDr. Clara Berridge: associate professor at the University of Washington School of Social Work\\n\\n\\nLaurie Orlov: founder of Aging and Health Technology Watch\\n\\n\\nKate Swaffer: activist & author, co-founder of Dementia Alliance International\\n\\n\\n\\nNikki: care partner & founder of A Log Cabin in Brooklyn\\n\\n\\n\\nDr. Tia Powell: \\xa0psychiatrist and the director of the Center for Bioethics at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, author of the book Dementia Reimagined: Building a Life of Joy and Dignity from Beginning to End.\\n\\n\\n\\u2192 \\u2192 \\u2192\\xa0Further reading & resources here! \\u2190 \\u2190 \\u2190\\xa0\\n\\nFlash Forward is hosted by, Rose Eveleth and produced by Ozzy Llinas Goodman. The intro music is by Asura and the outro music is by Hussalonia. The episode art is by Mattie Lubchansky.\\nGet in touch: \\xa0Twitter // Facebook // Reddit // info@flashforwardpod.com\\nSupport the show: Patreon // Donorbox\\nSubscribe: iTunes // Soundcloud // Spotify\\xa0\\n\\nEpisode Sponsors:\\xa0\\n\\nTavour: Tavour is THE app for fans of beer, craft brews, and trying new and exciting labels. You sign up in the app and can choose the beers you\\u2019re interested in (including two new ones DAILY) adding to your own personalized crate. Use code: flashforward for $10 off after your first order of $25 or more.\\n\\n\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'