In this podcast episode, host Dr. Holly Raffle speaks with Melissa Cannon, Associate Professor at Western Oregon University, and Jarmin Yeh, Associate Professor at UCSF. They define what a third space is, their importance to the aging population, and how helping professionals can advocate for safe and socially just third spaces. This episode highlights the health benefits that come from preventing social isolation, the increasing popularity of online third spaces, and how third spaces can be used as a channel for public health efforts.
