Age in America: What experienced professionals can provide as schoolteachers

The transcript discusses the 'Age in America' series, focusing on challenges and solutions for different age groups. It highlights Sherry Lansing's career from teaching to becoming a Hollywood trailblazer and her Encore program, which retrains professionals as STEM teachers. The conversation addresses ageism in the workforce and how media is redefining aging, especially for women. The discussion concludes with an invitation to a special report on age in the workforce.

What was Sherry Lansing's initial career before she entered Hollywood?

• A public school teacher

• A nurse

• A journalist

• A film director

Which major studio did Sherry Lansing become the first female productions president of?

• Warner Bros.

• Paramount Pictures

• Universal Pictures

• 20th Century Fox

What is the primary focus of the Encore program founded by Sherry Lansing?

• Retraining professionals in STEM to become teachers

• Training artists for Hollywood

• Supporting young entrepreneurs

• Developing new film directors

Why is there a focus on STEM education in the Encore program?

• STEM subjects are easier to teach

• STEM education is not important

• STEM careers are less lucrative

• There is a shortage of STEM teachers

How does Sherry Lansing suggest combating ageism in the workplace?

• By working harder and picking battles

• By ignoring it

• By changing careers frequently

• By retiring early

What role do streamers play in changing perceptions of aging in Hollywood?

• They avoid long-form content

• They create successful series with older actors

• They ignore older actors

• They focus only on young talent

What is the main theme of the special report 'Breaking Barriers'?

• Challenges of young professionals

• Embracing age in the workforce

• The future of Hollywood

• The importance of arts education