The Healthspan Podcast

Longevity Expert Weighs in on Netflix's "Don't Die" Documentary


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In this episode Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE dives into the highly discussed Netflix documentary Don't Die, which follows Bryan Johnson’s extreme anti-aging protocols. With patients frequently asking about Johnson’s controversial methods, ranging from 54 daily supplements to plasma exchanges, Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE shares his insights on longevity science, risk assessment, and the importance of balancing cutting-edge biohacking with foundational health principles. He explores the benefits and drawbacks of Johnson’s approach, the role of personal thresholds for risk, and why longevity isn’t just about numbers but also about purpose and connection. 

 

Key Time Stamps: 

  • [00:30] – Why Dr. Robert Todd Hurst, MD, FACC, FASE decided to watch Don't Die 
    • [01:40] - How the documentary changed his opinion 
      • [02:30] - The impact of Johnson’s choice for his physician 
        • [03:30] - The difference in our individual thresholds of benefits vs risks 
          • [05:15] - Johnson’s not blindly trusting, he’s looking at results 
            • [06:09] - The human growth hormone and deciding to stop using it 
              • [06:20] - Not missing the fundamentals  
                • [07:10] - Bryan Johnson’s blueprint, his algorithm  
                  • [09:25] – The power of habits/algorithms in health 
                    • [10:00] - The storytelling in the documentary & importance of social connection 
                      • [11:50] – Are you interested in Longevity? 
                      • This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Don't make any decisions about your medical treatment without first talking to your doctor.

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