# Older Adults Reaping the Benefits of Going Back to Class

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Podcast: [KQED's The California Report](https://stenobird.com/podcast/kqed-s-the-california-report-45411)
Published: 2026-06-26T14:51:00+00:00
Episode link: https://next.kqed.org/news/12088967/older-adults-reaping-the-benefits-of-going-back-to-class
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Although “students” are typically thought of as young people enrolled in K through 12 schools or college…many people over 64 also make up the student population in the San Joaquin Valley. And they’re still reaping the benefits of learning…physically and emotionally. Reporter: Rachel Livinal, KVPR California voters will decide on 14 state ballot measures this November. That includes a controversial wealth tax on California billionaires that remains on the ballot after yesterday's deadline despite a flurry of negotiations. Reporter: Guy Marzorati, KQED Senator Alex Padilla is launching a first of its kind initiative to help protect against interference in the November midterm election. Reporter: Keith Mizuguchi, KQED The FIFA World Cup continues. The U.S. saw its first defeat Thursday night against Turkey, in a 3-2 loss, but the Americans will still advance to the knockout stage … along with fellow hosts Mexico and Canada. Over in Watsonville, one group of kids got to experience the World Cup real close. Reporter: Erin Malsbury, KAZU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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