Richard Harris

Richard Harris is a freelance writer and editorial producer of MATTER OF FACT with Soledad O’Brien. He was managing editor of the AARP-funded public TV show Inside E Street, focusing on the 50+ and senior producer of the 2013 PBS documentary Guns in America.

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Behind the Lens: Obama Photographer Pete Souza

A conversation about his life with the president and new best-selling book

JANUARY 17, 2018 | By Richard Harris

Living & Learning

Norman Lear’s Retirement Home Comedy Is Coming

The 'All in the Family' creator had run into a powerful roadblock

AUGUST 22, 2017 | By Richard Harris

Living & Learning

The Moment That Changed Mitch Albom’s Life

The author of ‘Tuesdays With Morrie’ reveals his own greatest life lesson

MARCH 28, 2017 | By Richard Harris

Caregiving

Supreme Court Nominee’s Views on Aid in Dying Prompt Concern

Judge Neil Gorsuch detailed his stance on the issue in his 2006 book

FEBRUARY 9, 2017 | By Richard Harris

Health & Well-Being

People Who Drink More Coffee May Live Longer

Lower inflammation may be the key to this additional 'perk' from our favorite bean

FEBRUARY 3, 2017 | By Richard Harris

Living & Learning

This Just Might Be the Definitive Boomer Soundtrack

'Anatomy of a Song' gives an oral history of the tunes we'll never forget

DECEMBER 15, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Work & Purpose

How to Thrive in Today’s Fast-Changing World

A chat with Thomas Friedman, author of 'Thank You for Being Late'

DECEMBER 1, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Health & Well-Being

Should a Stroke Disqualify a Candidate?

Chicago Tribune endorses Mark Kirk's challenger and questions his ‘readiness’

OCTOBER 21, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Living & Learning

Capturing the Essence of Norman Lear

A documentary on PBS reveals the successes, failures and brilliance of this top TV producer

OCTOBER 20, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Health & Well-Being

How Dodgers Announcer Vin Scully Is Sliding Into Retirement at 88

He has sage advice for others in their 50s and 60s

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Health & Well-Being

Diane Rehm Talks Frankly About Retiring From Public Radio

On her 80th birthday, the acclaimed broadcaster is looking forward

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Living & Learning

Inside the Smithsonian’s New African-American Museum

This national treasure has special significance to people who lived through the '60s

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Health & Well-Being

Ban Older Americans From the Polls? We’re Not Laughing

Was a Time magazine essay writer trying to be funny?

AUGUST 24, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Health & Well-Being

What About Health Care and Alzheimer’s?

What Clinton didn't tell older voters in July and what may lie ahead

JULY 29, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Health & Well-Being

What Are the Politicians Doing About Alzheimer’s?

Participants at a pre-convention forum in Philadelphia call for more government action

JULY 26, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Living & Learning

What Will Happen to Adult Children with Autism?

The new film, 'Life, Animated,' sheds light on the realities facing families

JULY 21, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Health & Well-Being

Pat Summitt Leaves a Key Alzheimer’s Legacy

Head Coach Pat Summitt coaching Vols Player Chamique Holdsclaw

The late coach was a model for dealing with the disease in the workplace

JUNE 29, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Health & Well-Being

Caregivers Say: Pay Attention to Us

Younger woman holding older woman's hand

Calls for better support resound at a national caregiving conference

JUNE 29, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Health & Well-Being

The ‘Good Death’ Doctor Ready for California’s New Law

The Berkeley physician hopes for 'as few patients as possible'

JUNE 9, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Living & Learning

Thanks for All Those Minutes, Morley Safer

The '60 Minutes' correspondent is remembered for his sparkle and humanity

MAY 19, 2016 | By Richard Harris

Work & Purpose

Experienced Talent Can Power Social Change

How Encore Fellows use their corporate experience to boost nonprofits

Special Report

Strengthening Rural Health Care for Older Adults

This special report includes storytelling, news and information about health care for older adults in rural areas

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Vitality Arts

Our special series, Vitality Arts, shows the powerful effect that participating in the arts can have on our minds, bodies and souls. Look to this page for information, resources and inspiration that will help you age better through the arts and show that creativity has no age limit.

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