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Subchannel: Family. Date: December 1, 2008

AARP Radio: Children of Holocaust Survivors

Many people who survived the concentration camps have unique issues as they age and many of their children are seeking therapy to cope.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: December 1, 2008

AARP Radio: How to Get a Monkey into Harvard

In a hilarious, deadpan guide that makes gentle fun of the inflated expectations and horrible angst of today’s parents, Charles Monaghan encourages families to lie, cheat, and steal to win the college admissions race. Monaghan shares stories and tips with AARP Radio host Mike Cuthbert from his latest book "How to Get a Monkey into Harvard"

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Subchannel: Family. Date: November 26, 2008

In Living Color: Family Histories

Filming your siblings' oral histories requires a solid game plan—but for this writer, the experience proved enriching beyond expectations.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: November 14, 2008

A Father's Grace

From the Final Four to the Masters to the Super Bowl, Broadcasting Hall-of-Famer Jim Nantz has covered it all. His father, also Jim, introduced him to the wonderful world of sports. A common passion for athletic competition enriched their father-son bond.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: November 14, 2008

Have a 'Grand' Day Everyday

AARP family expert Amy Goyer talks about the role grandparents play in the lives of grandchildren and how everyday should be Grandparents Day.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: November 14, 2008

Make Your Family Stories Come to Life

AARP Family Expert Amy Goyer shares tips on how to share family stories with grandchildren and children, using examples from her grandfather.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: November 6, 2008

We Need to Talk

Ways to talk to your parents about retiring from driving

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Subchannel: Family. Date: November 6, 2008

Honoring the Veterans in Your Family

AARP family expert Amy Goyer gives tips on how to give thanks to veterans in your family and why it is good for vets to share stories with younger generations.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: October 25, 2008

Growing New Voters

Author Susan Goodman breaks down what new voters in the year 2020 think of today's issues.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: October 25, 2008

Voting: A Family Affair

AARP Family Expert Amy Goyer discusses the benefits of teaching your kids and grandkids about voting.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: October 2, 2008

A Family Affair With Online Gambling

Celebrity journalist, Martha Frankel grew up in a household where gambling was the family obsession. When her father died – she decided to trade in her poker chips for schoolbooks.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: September 20, 2008

NASCAR's Car of Tomorrow

NASCAR says the first vehicle it has ever designed is a "big crash survival cocoon." Some easy to remember details, if you're fishing for something to chat about on race day.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: September 3, 2008

Monitor Your Pet

Wonder if your pet is behaving—or well cared for—when you're away? Ease your worries with pet cams, available for homes and at some kennels.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: August 4, 2008

Sponsor a AARP Driver Safety Program

The AARP Driver Safety Program is a community-based program that reaches over 700,000 people age 50+ throughout the U.S. each year. We depend on local community agencies to physically host our course at their facilities.

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Subchannel: Family. Date: July 9, 2008

Ins and Outs of International Adoption

AARP family expert Amy Goyer personalizes the ins and outs of international adoption.

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