Live Long and Master Aging

As consumer wearables track everything from our heartbeats to nightly sleep cycles, a new industry has emerged—one focused on making sense of this avalanche of personal health data. In an era when prevention is prized over cure, questions abound: How accurate is the data captured on our wrists and fingers? Can these metrics truly guide us to longer, healthier lives, or are we just generating noise? 

For Marco Benitez, a biomedical e...

Future nutrition should be personalized, with artificial intelligence as a key driver, according to Melissa Snover, founder of Nourished, a UK-based company that makes 3D-printed gummy vitamin and supplement stacks.  She believes the current approach to supplementation and health products is outdated and poorly tailored to individual needs. Snover, registered dietitian, joined us to discuss the burgeoning field of precision nutriti...

Advanced biomarker testing and a personalized 100-day intervention to adjust biological age are at the heart of a new longevity venture called Hundred. The AI-driven platform uses data from wearable technology together with users’ medical histories to devise individual health plans.  Billed as a ‘doctor in your pocket,’ the goal is to extend quality of life to a vibrant 100 years, through tailored insights and guidance. 

Hundred’s f...

While most people regularly check their blood pressure or glucose, few consider routinely assessing their body's ability to move—and yet, this may be just as crucial to long-term health. Andrew Menter, CEO of Physmodo, joined Peter Bowes to explore the software company’s mission to raise the profile of movement as a vital sign of good health. Andrew shares his personal journey from a career in law and finance to entrepreneursh...

James Schmachtenberger has had quite a life, and we suspect he is only just getting started.  The co-founder of Qualia Life joined us for a wide-ranging conversation about cognitive enhancement, sleep, doomscrolling, zombie cells, joint health and much more. We discuss the interconnections of mind and body, the magic of magnesium, the frontier of senolytics, and how three days in a Mexican clinic led him on an inspiring journey int...

In this episode we explore the concept of a longevity mindset.  

Nick Engerer is on a mission to redefine human longevity not as a distant goal but as a present-day mindset—an approach that requires a shift in thinking. To help us in this quest, Nick has developed a new digital platform, A Longer Life, which includes a free Longevity Mindset course.  

In this interview he shares his vision for a future where health optimization is av...

Think of aging as syndrome that can be overcome to live the best life possible.  Dr. Michael Aziz, author of The Ageless Revolution, takes this approach to promote longevity and overall well-being, based on the principles of functional medicine. In our conversation, he emphasizes the need for a holistic - whole body - approach to health, and advocates for practical lifestyle changes, including dietary adjustments and intermittent f...

In this episode we explore how the skills needed to live a longer healthier life can be honed through our own failures. Prof. Manu Kapur discusses the concept of 'productive failure' and how learning from our mistakes can lead to deeper understanding and personal growth. He shares his journey from aspiring soccer player to a researcher in learning sciences, discovering the importance of failure as a mechanism for learning...

How can a joyful and holistic approach to food help us to live longer and better?  Elizabeth Borelli is a lifestyle coach, nutrition expert and author of Tastes Like La Dolce Vita, where she shares her mission to help us live not only longer but better—enjoying a long healthspan, a life where we stay healthy, active, and mentally sharp well into our later years. Her work weaves together a passion for nutritious, satisfying food and...

Stem cell therapy is a growing field of medical intervention that is being used to enhance longevity and healthspan.  Advancements in research, biotechnology, and regenerative medicine have expanded its potential applications but it also raises both ethical and efficacy concerns. The primary ethical issue comes from the use of human embryos, which some people believe is morally problematic. While many countries regulate or restrict...

Does longevity science have a branding problem? Dr. Darshan Shah believe it does. In this interview the founder and CEO of Next Health discusses the evolving landscape of health optimization, emphasizing the importance of healthspan over mere lifespan. He shares his personal journey from a traditional medical practice to a focus on functional medicine, highlighting the significance of diet, lifestyle changes, and innovative treatme...

Dr. Stephanie Estima is on a mission to empower women by unlocking the potential of their biology.  For too long seen as “smaller archetypes of men” she says there is now a growing understanding of the “cadences of women” and their distinct health journeys. In this interview we explore the significance of tracking cycles, understanding the different stages in life, including menstrual and perimenopausal phases, the impact of dietar...

Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, author and podcast host. She advocates for a balanced approach to healthcare that marries conventional and functional medicine. 

With experience in clinical medicine spanning two decades, Thurlow specializes in helping women overcome hurdles such as weight gain, low energy, and food cravings, as well as navigating perimenopause and menopause. 

In this interview with Peter Bowes she explains th...

Dr. Terry Wahls is a courageous advocate for health transformation. Her journey is not just a personal battle against multiple sclerosis; it's a testament to the resilience of the human spirit. With a unique approach that intertwines nutrition, movement, and a positive mindset, Wahls has developed a protocol for thriving, against the odds.

Suffering the debilitating effects of MS, with physical and mental decline, sh...

Maintaining optimal hormone levels as we grow older plays a crucial role in supporting mitochondrial health. When they become imbalanced, it can lead to reduced energy, increased inflammation, and a heightened risk of age-related conditions.

In this, the first a series of interviews with leading female health practitioners, we explore the critical role of mitochondria in cellular health and the significant impact of hormon...

What if the best days of our lives were to come in our 70s or later? The societal norms around aging are far from optimistic, preferring to frame the process around dotage and frailty. But such views are increasingly being challenged, not least because the evidence suggests we can be active, purposeful and fulfilled, well beyond the traditional age of retirement.

In her book, Turning: The Magic and Mystery of More Days, Be...

Longevity Fest in Las Vegas, one of the world's premier gatherings of health professionals, has just wrapped up for another year. The meeting of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M ) attracts experts from around the world.  Doctors, nurses, researchers and health entrepreneurs share insights into the latest biotech, supplementation and health protocols to promote a long healthspan - the number of years we live fre...

Accurate body composition data is often seen as the holy grail of information for the longevity-minded biohacker. 

Calipers are an accurate way to measure body fat. Smart scales and medical facilities equipped with DEXA machines also do a good job.  But now it is possible to generate body composition data using the camera on your phone. 

In this episode, Jason Moore, CEO and founder of Spren, discusses the inter...

As we get older, how can we still enjoy a runners high or exercise-induced euphoria, while being careful not to get injured? Dr. Kevin R. Stone is an orthopedic surgeon, the founder of the Stone Clinic in San Francisco, and author of Play Forever: How to Recover from Injury and Thrive. With a passion for helping patients play until they drop, Dr. Stone is redefining what it means to maintain a high-quality, active lifestyle across ...