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Jordan Glenn, Head of Science for SuppCo joins Livelong to break down one of the most confusing questions in longevity: are supplements truly essential or wildly overhyped?

Jordan cuts through the noise with real evidence, explaining what supplements can actually do for your healthspan, when they matter, and when lifestyle outperforms every pill on the shelf.

With clarity and zero BS, he shares the science behind his “foundation five,” the right way to build a supplement stack, and why quality and timing matter as much as the ingredient itself.

Together, we explore:

• Which supplements have the strongest data behind them
• How targeted “stacking” works—and who should (and shouldn’t) do it
• Why so many products fail independent testing, and how to choose ones that actually contain what they claim
•  The surprising supplement Jordan believes is about to go mainstream
•  Why no supplement can outrun the basics: sleep, movement, stress, and real-world habits

Because the real longevity formula isn't found in a magic pill. It's built on intention, evidence, and a lifestyle that does the heavy lifting.

Can we really trust AI with our health—and how do we stay human as medicine becomes more machine-driven?

This week, Livelong Senior Editor Erin Hunter sits down with Vasant Dhar, NYU professor, AI researcher, and author of Thinking With Machines: The Brave New World of AI, for one of the most eye-opening conversations of the year of AI. Dhar explains why AI will revolutionize diagnostics—from detecting disease through smell to identifying hidden biological signals long before symptoms appear. Yet he also warns against treating AI like a therapist or companion, calling it a “2-year-old alien,” powerful but not human.

Together, they explore:

• How AI could catch illnesses years earlier than today’s tests.
• Why smell may be a new vital sign—and what a teenage sneaker reseller taught Dhar.
• The dangers of anthropomorphizing machines.
• How to think with AI without losing your own judgment.
• Why neuroplasticity, curiosity, and human connection still drive healthy aging.

Whether you’re fascinated by longevity, concerned about AI, or curious how future medicine will work, this episode will shift the way you think about both technology and yourself.

Listen now to learn how AI can transform healthcare—without replacing the humanity that actually helps us age well.

Emmy Award–winning journalist and author Allison Gilbert joins Livelong to reveal one of longevity’s most overlooked truths: that connection is as essential to health as diet, sleep, or exercise.

In her new book The Joy of Connection, co-written with Dr. Ruth Westheimer, Allison explores how friendship, empathy, and belonging literally change the body—from lowering inflammation to strengthening the brain. With warmth and evidence in equal measure, she shows that social connection isn’t soft science—it’s cellular.

Together, we explore:

• Why relationships may be the strongest predictor of long life
• How connection reshapes brain chemistry and resilience
• Why digital “friends” can’t replace real-world bonds
• Simple daily rituals to build deeper, longer-lasting connection

Because the real longevity hack isn’t found in a lab—it’s in the people who remind you to keep showing up

Nutrition scientist Anna Benevente, Director of Labeling and Ingredient Review at Registrar Corp, joins Livelong to challenge one of wellness’s biggest myths: that “healthy” means perfect.

With over a decade helping companies meet FDA standards, Anna has reviewed thousands of food products — giving her an inside look at how labeling, regulation, and reality don’t always align. In this episode, she explains why balance, not restriction, is the foundation of a long and healthy life.

Together, we explore:

•  Why small, consistent habits matter more than strict diets
•  The truth about processed foods and food additives
•  How to navigate nutrition noise with calm and confidence
•  Why mindful consistency — not purity — is the real longevity strategy

Because the smartest way to eat well isn’t cutting more out — it’s showing up for your health with balance and awareness.

Most of us think about what we eat and drink—but what about the air we breathe?

Dr. Chris Cappa, professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at UC Davis, studies the invisible world shaping our health every day: the chemistry, particles, and pathogens inside our homes, schools, and offices.

In this episode, he reframes air as a hidden determinant of longevity—exploring how indoor environments can help or harm us. From gas stoves and scented candles to viral aerosols and fine particles, Dr. Cappa shares simple, science-backed steps to breathe better and live longer.

We also explore his new BRAVE Project, a pioneering effort to give buildings “situational awareness” of their air—detecting pathogens and pollution in real time.

You’ll learn:

• The three biggest indoor air offenders—and how to reduce them
• How HEPA filters and ventilation work together
• Why clean air is as essential to healthspan as clean water

This week, we explore how your brain, hormones, and detox organs perform a continuous duet — one that keeps you alive, balanced, and young.

 Dr. Arun Chutani, a triple board-certified transplant nephrologist and assistant professor at UMass Chan Medical School, explains how the liver and kidneys are “married” in their 24-hour detox rhythm — and how chronic stress, poor sleep, or overtraining can throw that system off key.

He shares how the neuroendocrine axis — the communication network between brain, nerves, and hormones — directs everything from cellular repair to immune health.
 The key takeaway? Longevity starts with perception. If you can’t change the external chaos, you can change how your brain experiences it — and that shift can protect your organs and extend your vitality.

Tune in to learn:

• Why your detox organs never actually “turn off”
• How stress hormones accelerate cellular wear and tear
• The science behind rest, meditation, and plant-based “phytotherapy” for repair
• Practical ways to restore balance between stress and rest

“Your organs mirror your mind — calm the brain, and every cell breathes easier.” — Dr. Arun Chutani

Want to move better, heal faster, and stay young longer?

Movement coach Jack Thompson reveals how your fascia system, the hidden connective web linking every muscle, bone, and organ in your body, holds the key to strength, balance, and recovery. Discover why elasticity, not effort, may be the real secret to longevity.

In this episode, Thompson describes how, after years of injuries from conventional strength training, Jack discovered that true resilience comes from elastic strength, not force. When your fascia is properly aligned, the body moves as a single, integrated system: powerful, fluid, and pain-free.

In this conversation, you’ll learn:

•  ️ What fascia is—and why it’s vital for mobility and healthy aging
• How to build strength without stiffness or joint strain
• Simple breathing and posture cues that reawaken your body’s natural spring
• Why relaxed strength outlasts brute force
• Practical ways to train fascia for better movement, faster recovery, and a longer healthspan

Jack’s approach bridges science and wisdom: less fight, more flow. This isn’t about chasing extreme fitness; it’s about restoring the body’s natural intelligence. Whether you’re an athlete, a weekend mover, or just looking to age with grace, this episode will change how you think about movement, recovery, and longevity.

What if the secret to longevity isn't doing more—but doing less?

In this episode, pharmacist and longevity researcher Dr. Nayan Patel challenges everything you think you know about anti-aging. Forget the $2 million biohacking routines and 30-supplement stacks. The real key? Reducing what drains you.
Dr. Patel introduces glutathione—your body's "master antioxidant" and ultimate cellular garbage system. Produced in every cell, this powerful tripeptide detoxifies your liver, neutralizes free radicals, and protects against the oxidative stress that drives nearly every chronic disease of aging.

In this conversation, you'll discover:

• Why oxidative stress is the true root cause of aging—and how to close the gap
• How to support glutathione naturally through diet and lifestyle (no expensive supplements required)
• Why over-exercising and over-supplementing might be aging you faster
• The foods that boost your body's natural glutathione production
• What real longevity looks like: walking six miles at 89 and dancing at your grandkids' weddings

Dr. Patel's philosophy is refreshingly simple: Stop depleting your body's resources, remove daily stressors, and let your body do what it does best—heal itself.
This isn't about living to 180. It's about extending your healthspan, not just your lifespan.

"It's not what glutathione does for you—it's what it lets your body do for itself."

Could the secret to living longer and healthier start in your gut? In this episode, Ella Davar, RD, dietitian, gut-health expert, and creator of The Gut-Brain Method, shares why gut health is fundamental to resilience, prevention, and longevity. Learn science-backed strategies to reduce inflammation, manage stress, and build a lifestyle that supports long-term health.

What you’ll discover in this episode:

• Why the gut is your “first brain” and how it affects aging
• Simple habits to fight inflammation and support digestion
• Timing fiber, adding fermented foods, and other gut-longevity tips
• How stress lives in the gut and why mindset matters
• Practical ways to make lasting changes without dieting fads

“Gut health is no longer optional—it’s fundamental.” —Ella Davar

Start with your gut, and the rest of your health will follow.

What if you could know your disease risks decades before symptoms appear? In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Wei Wu He, Executive Chairman of Human Longevity Inc., reveals how genomic testing combined with AI could revolutionize healthcare from reactive "sick care" to proactive disease prevention.

Key Topics Covered:

• Why 80-90% of Americans die from just 5-6 preventable diseases
• How genetic testing at birth could prevent conditions like colon cancer and breast cancer
• The dramatic survival differences between early vs. late cancer detection
• The role of AI in predicting disease risk using genomics, proteomics, and imaging data
• Why dementia, heart disease, and diabetes are all preventable with early intervention
• The coming revolution in regenerative medicine and organ replacement

Dr. Wu makes a compelling case that we're witnessing the biggest medical revolution since antibiotics - one that could help the average person live healthy, productive lives well into their 90s and beyond. The question isn't whether this technology will transform medicine, but whether you'll embrace it early enough to benefit.