Ashton Applewhite

Ashton Applewhite is a TED speaker who has written 2 quality-verified books, paired here with their talk.

Ashton Applewhite is a leading voice in the movement to end ageism and challenge societal biases against older adults. As a TED speaker, author, and advocate, she has dedicated her career to reframing the conversation around aging, dispelling stereotypes, and empowering people of all ages to live with dignity and purpose. Through her critically acclaimed book, "This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism," Applewhite has inspired a new generation of thinkers to rethink the way we perceive and interact with older adults, sparking a movement that is redefining what it means to grow old in a society that values experience, wisdom, and age. With expertise that spans psychology, sociology, and aging policy, Applewhite has spent years studying and advocating for the rights of older adults, pushing for systemic change and cultural transformation. Her tireless advocacy has earned her recognition from the MacArthur Fellowship, the AARP Purpose Prize, and the National Council on Aging's Champion of Change Award. As a speaker, Applewhite's infectious passion and sharp wit inspire audiences to join the fight against ageism, igniting a movement that is fundamentally changing the way we see ourselves and the world around us.