Christmas is upon us and as always, we’re excited! We both love Christmas – the food, the gatherings, and the magic that Christmas can provide all of us.

What’s on the menu and what do we have planned?

Welcome to the Christmas edition of 100 Not Out.

For more info on Damo go to www.damiankristof.com

For more info on Marcus go to www.marcuspearce.com.au

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It’s been quite the week at 100 Not Out. After Damo”s big 48th birthday episode, Marcus ventured on a family holiday that had been attempted 3 times prior. Like so many, COVID lockdowns and hotspots had cancelled the trip three times. But on the fourth, nine cousins and 7 adults all came together … and on the fourth day, Marcus broke his hip whilst skateboarding with his 2 year old.

Fun and games might sometimes end in disaster, but that’s not the attitude we’re taking here. We discuss the metaphors of health conditions, the beauty of modern medicine and natural health alternatives, and the reason why anything but acceptance and grace of things we cannot change is futile.

For more on Marcus go to www.marcuspearce.com.au

For more on Damo go to www.damiankristof.com

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On this episode, having both moved house recently, we share our experiences in hoarding and chucking. And then we go a bit deeper as to the emotional attachment to material possessions, and whether it impacts our health and to a greater extent, longevity.

To connect with Damo go to www.damiankristof.com

To connect with Marcus go to www.marcuspearce.com.au

Photo by Andrew Haimerl (andrewnef) on Unsplash

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It’s a big week at 100 Not Out. Damo has just turned 48, his son Jackson is about to have his 21st Birthday, and Marcus is about to see a large chunk of his family for the time in more than 2 years. These significant events have Marcus & Damo pondering about what quality of life looks like as we get older.

When is mid-life exactly? Why are children’s birthdays such powerful events for reflection? And so much more.

For more on Damo go to www.damiankristof.com

For Marcus go to www.marcuspearce.com.au

Photo by Adi Goldstein on Unsplash

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We’re often asked what have we learnt along the way of interviewing hundreds of graceful agers on 100 Not Out and beyond.

From panicking about our food choices, to going so hardcore that avocado was used instead of shaving cream – we’ve made our fair share of ‘interesting’ decisions over the journey.

We’d like to think this episode is filled with self-deprecating humour – and whilst we hope you laugh your way through much of this episode, we also hope it shows that the more extreme decisions in relation to health and wellness are often the least beneficial (in the long term).

For more on Damo go to www.damiankristof.com

For Marcus go to www.marcuspearce.com.au

Photo by Gil Ndjouwou on Unsplash

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Andrew Bevin has sent in a question, asking –

“Hey guys. Long time listener here in Wellington, NZ since 2016. Have easily listened to hundreds of these pods + Wellness Guys until it finished up too. Appreciate you guys a lot and love the work you do!

Anyway, you’re always asking for questions and I have one. I’m now a first-time dad-to-be, so I thought I’d ask how living a one hundred not out lifestyle shapes you as a parent. What have you learnt, what did you wish you knew earlier, and what would you do differently?

Thought that this could spark an interesting conversation. Cheers!”

Thanks for your question Andrew – and to everyone in our community we hope you enjoy this episode!

For more on Damo go to www.damiankristof.com

For more on Marcus go to www.marcuspearce.com.au

Photo by Artem Kniaz on Unsplash

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The act of giving (and expecting nothing in return) is as good as a lost art in modern society. After a treachorous COVID-19 period, where we’ve often had to fend for ourselves and ensure our basic needs of shelter and food are met, many of us have struggled to give to others.

But that doesn’t mean it’s not imporant. In fact, it’s arguably more important than ever to contribute to society, especially when no one expects it.

That doesn’t have to be through gifts – manners, complements, and many non-material offerings can be just as valuable as those with a price tag on it.

And when the art of generosity is mastered, a greater level of fulfilment in life is there for the taking.

For more info on Marcus go to www.marcuspearce.com.au

For more info on Damo go to www.damiankristof.com

Photo by Elaine Casap on Unsplash

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100 Not Out and the world lost a dear friend last week when Eddie Jaku, the Happiest Man on Earth, passed away at the age of 101.

The Holocaust survivor who taught people not to hate, leaves behind his wife Flore, children Michael and Andre, and grandchildren and great-grand-children.

Eddie lost 148 family members to the Holocaust; only he and his sister survived.

Eddie joined us on 100 Not Out on episodes 103, 104 and 244. We have re-released these episodes today to make it easy for you to remember and be inspired by Eddie.

Eddie is the author of The Happiest Man on Earth

Rest In Peace Eddie.

To connect with Damian go to www.damiankristof.com

To connect with Marcus go to www.marcuspearce.com.au

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Eddie Jaku will tell you that he is the happiest man you’ll ever meet. And it would be very difficult to disagree!

Having previously interviewed Eddie almost two years ago (a double feature on episodes 103 and 104 of 100 Not Out), we follow up with Eddie just shy of his 98th birthday at the Jewish Museum in Sydney.

For the full background on Eddie’s story we recommend you listen to the previous episodes.

To simply capture how someone who has experienced such pain and tragedy in their lifetime can experience such joy and love, tune in for some Eddie Jaku magic.

EVENTS: Do you love these deep and meaningfuls? This is how we roll in Ikaria at our 100 Not Out Longevity Experiences. To find out what we’ll be up to in 2018 on “the island where people forget to die” click on the image or go to www.100notout.com

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