In this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, Dr. Thyonne Gordon sits down with Lester Kwok, a retired FBI Special Agent with over 20 years of experience investigating fraud. Lester brings deep insights from his time working financial crimes and leading elder fraud initiatives, both within the FBI and now in the private sector.

They break down the evolving tactics scammers use to target older adults, including the rise of artificial intelligence tools like voice cloning and deepfake videos. Lester shares real-world examples, red flags to watch for, and practical steps you and your loved ones can take to stay safe, especially during the busy holiday season.

You’ll also hear what to do if you think you've been scammed, how to report it, and why it’s so important to speak up. This episode gives you the tools to pause, think, and protect yourself.

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Additional Resources:

• Learn more about fraud prevention: AARP Fraud Watch Network™
• Report a Scam or Get Help: AARP Fraud Helpline — Call 877-908-3360 (Mon–Fri, 8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET) [help.aarp.org]
• Learn how to spot scams: Scams & Fraud Prevention Tips

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Family caregivers are the unsung backbone of California’s long-term care system and they’re under increasing pressure. In this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon is joined by Dr. Donna Benton, Director of the USC Family Caregiver Support Center, and Dr. Nina Weiler-Harwell, Associate Director of Advocacy & Community Engagement with AARP California. They break down new state-level data on caregiving, share recent policy wins like SB 590, and call out the real gaps facing unpaid caregivers across California.

From workplace challenges and financial stress to legislative advocacy and the California Master Plan for Aging, this conversation brings clarity to the caregiving landscape in 2025 and beyond. Whether you’re caring for a loved one or just want to better understand the caregiving crisis in California, this episode offers key takeaways and real solutions.

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Additional Resources:

• Explore AARP’s Caregiving Hub: aarp.org/caregiving
• Read Caregiving in the U.S. 2025: Family Caregiving Across States
• Read Caregiving in the U.S. 2025: California

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In this episode of In Clear Terms with AARP California, host Dr. Thyonne Gordon sits down with Heather Tinsley-Fix, Senior Advisor of Employer Engagement at AARP, to discuss the value of experience in today’s workplace. Heather shares data and insights on how older workers are shaping the modern job market, the myths that still hold many back, and the growing movement toward intergenerational organizations. From job search strategies to addressing ageism, this episode offers a grounded, practical look at the realities—and opportunities—of working at 50 and beyond.

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Additional Resources:

• Visit aarp.org/work to jump-start your job search.
• Learn more about age discrimination: Fighting Age Discrimination
• Explore resources to help employers become age-inclusive: Unlock the Value of a Multigenerational Workforce
• Read 3 Things Older Workers Should Know About the Tough Job Market
• Read The Prism of Age in the Workplace via AARP’s Employer Resource Center

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