The AgeTech Podcast - by TheGerontechnologist

What do older adults really think about technology- and how do we know? In this episode of The AgeTech Podcast , host Keren Etkin sits down with Dr. Brittne Kakulla , Senior Insights Manager at AARP, to unpack 10 years of data from AARP’s groundbreaking tech research. They dive into smartphone adoption, caregiving tech, smart homes, and the surprising rise of AI use among the 50+ demographic. Dr....

What do a robotic cat, AI companions, and statewide innovation have in common? In this episode, Keren Etkin talks with Greg Olsen , Director of the New York State Office for the Aging, about how one Amazon purchase led to a groundbreaking statewide initiative using technology to support millions of older adults. From reducing loneliness to scaling smart public-private partnerships, Greg shares pow...

Imagine cutting rehab time by a week with a robot, detecting heart failure days in advance, or helping a resident with advanced dementia sing again through VR. In this episode, Keren Etkin is joined by David Finkelstein, CIO of RiverSpring Living, to explore how his team is transforming elder care with groundbreaking technology- from AI companions to vein-finding devices and beyond. David shares:...

Most startups think reaching older adults is impossible. Hemanshu Jain proved them wrong. In this episode of The AgeTech Podcast, Hemanshu, who’s the CEO and founder of Khyaal, shares how he turned a WhatsApp group into India’s #4 most downloaded app by older adults, now serving over 3 million users. We dive into: How community-first thinking powered Khyaal’s growth Cultural nuances in designing f...

Most startups think reaching older adults is impossible. Hemanshu Jain proved them wrong. In this episode of The AgeTech Podcast, Hemanshu, who’s the CEO and founder of Khyaal, shares how he turned a WhatsApp group into India’s #4 most downloaded app by older adults, now serving over 3 million users. We dive into: How community-first thinking powered Khyaal’s growth Cultural nuances in designing f...

Why do marketers still get it wrong when selling to older adults? In this episode of The AgeTech Podcast , we’re joined by Jeff Weiss, founder of Age of Majority, to bust common myths and share proven strategies for marketing to the 55+ audience. If you’re building a startup for older adults, marketing health or wellness tech, or trying to reach caregivers—this conversation is a must-watch. Jeff s...

Why do marketers still get it wrong when selling to older adults? In this episode of The AgeTech Podcast , we’re joined by Jeff Weiss, founder of Age of Majority, to bust common myths and share proven strategies for marketing to the 55+ audience. If you’re building a startup for older adults, marketing health or wellness tech, or trying to reach caregivers—this conversation is a must-watch. Jeff s...

In this episode of the AgeTech Podcast, host Karen sits down with Richard Caro, co-founder of Tech Enhanced Life and the Longevity Explorers, to delve into the challenges tech companies face in creating products that resonate with older adults. Despite significant investment, many tech products fail to gain traction in this market. Richard Caro, with over a decade of experience, shares insightful...

In this episode of the AgeTech Podcast, host Karen sits down with Richard Caro, co-founder of Tech Enhanced Life and the Longevity Explorers, to delve into the challenges tech companies face in creating products that resonate with older adults. Despite significant investment, many tech products fail to gain traction in this market. Richard Caro, with over a decade of experience, shares insightful...

The Future of Senior Living: How AI and Automation are Revolutionizing Compliance with Sarah Richard In this episode of The Age Tech podcast, we dive into the complex and under appreciated world of compliance and quality assurance in senior living. My guest, Sarah Richard, founder and CEO of Vara, shares her insights on how AI and automation can address these challenges. Sarah also discusses her e...

The Future of Senior Living: How AI and Automation are Revolutionizing Compliance with Sarah Richard In this episode of The Age Tech podcast, we dive into the complex and under appreciated world of compliance and quality assurance in senior living. My guest, Sarah Richard, founder and CEO of Vara, shares her insights on how AI and automation can address these challenges. Sarah also discusses her e...

How do you build an AgeTech startup that reaches millions of users across the globe? Lawrence Kosick, co-founder of GetSetUp, joins me to share how his company scaled to impact millions of older adults, established headquarters in both the U.S. and India, and uncovered invaluable insights through its vast data. We dive into digital literacy, global expansion, and the surprising ways older adults a...

How do you build an AgeTech startup that reaches millions of users across the globe? Lawrence Kosick, co-founder of GetSetUp, joins me to share how his company scaled to impact millions of older adults, established headquarters in both the U.S. and India, and uncovered invaluable insights through its vast data. We dive into digital literacy, global expansion, and the surprising ways older adults a...

In this illuminating conversation, Jon Warner, a 30-year healthcare industry veteran and pioneering AgeTech accelerator founder, shares invaluable insights on the evolving landscape of aging technology. From discussing why startups struggle to gain traction in the aging space to exploring how AI is reshaping healthcare delivery, Warner offers a balanced perspective on both challenges and opportuni...

In this illuminating conversation, Jon Warner, a 30-year healthcare industry veteran and pioneering AgeTech accelerator founder, shares invaluable insights on the evolving landscape of aging technology. From discussing why startups struggle to gain traction in the aging space to exploring how AI is reshaping healthcare delivery, Warner offers a balanced perspective on both challenges and opportuni...

Join Keren Etkin as she sits down with Aurelie Cornett and Sasha Spellman from AARP's AgeTech Collaborative to explore how the world's largest nonprofit for older adults is revolutionizing the aging technology space. Learn about their accelerator program, funding opportunities, and key takeaways from CES 2025, including emerging trends in robotics, AI, and smart living solutions. Discover how star...

Join Keren Etkin as she sits down with Aurelie Cornett and Sasha Spellman from AARP's AgeTech Collaborative to explore how the world's largest nonprofit for older adults is revolutionizing the aging technology space. Learn about their accelerator program, funding opportunities, and key takeaways from CES 2025, including emerging trends in robotics, AI, and smart living solutions. Discover...

Join Keren Etkin as she interviews Michael Skaff, CIO of Sequoia Living, in this eye-opening discussion about how technology is transforming elder care. Discover insights into AI, robotics, staff retention, and innovative solutions that are reshaping senior living. Whether you're an entrepreneur, caregiver, or simply curious about the future of aging, this podcast offers a fascinating look at cutt...

Join Keren Etkin as she interviews Michael Skaff, CIO of Sequoia Living, in this eye-opening discussion about how technology is transforming elder care. Discover insights into AI, robotics, staff retention, and innovative solutions that are reshaping senior living. Whether you're an entrepreneur, caregiver, or simply curious about the future of aging, this podcast offers a fascinating look at cutt...

What if tech support for older adults could do more than just fix devices? In this episode of The AgeTech Podcast, Abbie Richie, tech guru for seniors, reveals how proper digital literacy and tech support in senior living communities can boost staff productivity by 18%. From CES highlights to trending innovations like death tech, this conversation dives deep into the intersection of aging and tech...

What if tech support for older adults could do more than just fix devices? In this episode of The AgeTech Podcast, Abbie Richie, tech guru for seniors, reveals how proper digital literacy and tech support in senior living communities can boost staff productivity by 18%. From CES highlights to trending innovations like death tech, this conversation dives deep into the intersection of aging and tech...

In this episode of  The AgeTech Podcast , Keren Etkin chats with Sabrina Boutin about envisAGE, a groundbreaking initiative driving AgeTech innovation in Canada. Discover how envisAGE connects startups with federal funding, fosters collaborations, and supports the commercialization of cutting-edge technologies for older adults and caregivers. Sabrina shares insights into the initiative’s matchmaki...

In this episode of  The AgeTech Podcast , Keren Etkin chats with Sabrina Boutin about envisAGE, a groundbreaking initiative driving AgeTech innovation in Canada. Discover how envisAGE connects startups with federal funding, fosters collaborations, and supports the commercialization of cutting-edge technologies for older adults and caregivers. Sabrina shares insights into the initiative’s matchmaki...

What makes a successful AgeTech company? Is it national scale, or regional excellence? Join me for a fascinating conversation with Daniel Kaplan from Equitage Ventures. Drawing from his experience at ClearCare and Generator Ventures, Daniel shares unique insights about investing in senior care and aging technology. From the complexities of scaling healthcare services across states to the importanc...

What makes a successful AgeTech company? Is it national scale, or regional excellence? Join me for a fascinating conversation with Daniel Kaplan from Equitage Ventures. Drawing from his experience at ClearCare and Generator Ventures, Daniel shares unique insights about investing in senior care and aging technology. From the complexities of scaling healthcare services across states to the importanc...