Vanguard Estates: The Future of the Aging Brain

Published: Nov. 14, 2022, 6:40 p.m.

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: what even is dementia, and why can\\u2019t we cure it?\\xa0\\xa0\\nGuests:\\n\\n\\nDr. Mal\\xfa G\\xe1mez Tansey \\u2014 professor of neuroscience and neurology at the University of Florida, and the co-director of the Center for Translational Research in Neurodegenerative Disease\\n\\n\\nDr. Tia Powell \\u2014 psychiatrist 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\\nCharles Piller \\u2014 investigative reporter at Science magazine\\n\\n\\nDr. Tanisha Hill-Jarrett \\u2014 neuropsychologist and postdoctoral fellow at UCSF\\n\\n\\nDr. Margot Kushel \\u2014 professor of medicine at UCSF and the director of the Center for Vulnerable Populations and the Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative\\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\\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:\\n\\n\\nPurple Carrot: Purple Carrot is THE plant-based subscription meal kit that makes it easy to cook irresistible meals to fuel your body. Each week, choose from an expansive and delicious menu of dinners, lunches, breakfasts, and snacks! Get $30 off your first box by going to www.purplecarrot.com and entering code FLASH at checkout today! Purple Carrot, the easiest way to eat more plants!\\xa0\\n\\n\\n\\nKnowable: Learn today\\u2019s most in-demand skills with actionable, podcast-style lessons from top experts. Download the Knowable app or visit Knowable.fyi and use the code FLASHFORWARD for an additional 20% off.\\n\\n\\n\\ufeff\\nThe proceeds from ads on this episode will be donated to Moms 4 Housing.\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices'