Rational Optimization \w Elias Schlie

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  • #59 I was COO of a Longevity Pop-up City - This is what I learned

    In this podcast, I share my experience from being in the core organizing team of Zelar.City, a Longevity Pop-up city


    Links:

    - ⁠Zelar.City


    00:00 - Intro

    00:55 - What is a Pop-up city?
    04:06 - What makes Zelar.City special?
    05:49 - How I came to work at Zelar
    10:12 - Month leading up to Zelar
    10:47 - At Zelar.city
    12:41 - Daily experience at Zelar.city (Longevity pop-up City)
    16:18 - Zelar.City weekend summits
    19:20 - My main learning
    22:49 - Future of Pop-up cities

    25 min
  • #55 CEO of DoNotAge.org (Alan Graves) - Longevity Supplements and Tests

    Summary

    In this conversation, Alan Graves, CEO of DoNotAge.org, discusses the current state of the longevity supplement industry, emphasizing the importance of research and transparency. He highlights the need for consumers to be informed about the quality of supplements and the potential for aging to be reversible. Alan shares insights from his experiences in the industry, including his participation in the Reverse Longevity documentary, and offers advice for aspiring professionals in the field.


    Links

    - ⁠DoNotAge.org⁠

    - ⁠Zelar.City⁠

    - YouTube


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to DoNotAge.org and Alan Graves

    03:10 Research and Development in Longevity

    06:33 Challenges in the Supplement Industry

    10:29 Consumer Awareness and Education

    13:57 Reversibility of Aging

    16:41 Personal Discoveries in Longevity

    17:56 Experiences from the Reverse Longevity Documentary

    19:49 Advice for Aspiring Longevity Professionals

    21:54 Founding Story of DoNotAge.org

    25:50 Links


    Keywords

    longevity, supplements, aging, health, research, DoNotAge.org, clinical trials, consumer awareness, NAD, rapamycin

    27 min
  • #54 Longevity interview with Prof. Hans Meij

    Summary

    In this conversation, Professor Hans Meij discusses the importance of focusing on health span rather than just longevity. He emphasizes the need for early interventions in healthcare, the challenges posed by smoking, and the role of innovative initiatives like pop-up cities in advancing longevity research. He also highlights the significance of building networks among professionals in the field and offers advice for young individuals starting their careers in longevity. :)


    Links

    - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Zelar City Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What is Zelar City?⁠⁠⁠⁠


    Chapters

    00:00 Who is Prof. Hans Meij

    00:57 Introduction to Professor Hans Meij

    02:20 The Importance of Self-Awareness in Longevity

    04:13 Education and Longevity: A Global Perspective

    05:54 Counterintuitive Insights on Aging

    08:09 Health Span vs. Life Span: A Critical Discussion

    09:23 The Future of Human Lifespan: Possibilities and Limits

    13:53 Bottlenecks in Longevity Research

    16:13 The Role of Pop-Up Initiatives in Longevity

    19:26 Building a Global Longevity Network

    24:20 Staying Updated in the Longevity Field

    33:28 Advice for Young Professionals in Longevity

    35:50 Reflections on Improvement in the Longevity Field

    37:10 Links

    38 min
  • #53 Doctor's view on Radical Life Extension - Rafid Fadul, MD (Cenegenics)

    Charles Mattocks


    Links

    - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Zelar City Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What is Zelar City?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    - ⁠⁠Reversed Longevity Trailer⁠⁠

    - As soon as it's out, you will be able to find "Reversed Longevity" on Amazon Prime, Tubi, or Glue TV


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction to Rafid Fadul and Longevity

    00:41 Introduction to Rafid and His Journey

    03:33 What is Cenegenics?

    05:07 What is Zivian health?

    07:20 How to deal with the shrinking healthcare workforce

    10:00 What idea in longevity gets less attention than it deserves?

    13:30 Is radical life extension the right goal?

    17:57 The Importance of Fulfillment in Longevity

    20:58 Ethical Considerations in Longevity Science

    28:29 Ethical Implications of Radical Life Extension

    30:18 Counterintuitive Insights in Longevity

    35:15 Experiences from the Reverse Longevity Documentary

    36:56 Evolving Perspectives in Longevity Medicine

    41:29 The Role of Psychedelics in Mental Health

    43:43 Advice for Aspiring Longevity Leaders

    48:26 Reflections on Personal Growth and Presence

    51:23 Exploring Radical Longevity and Life Extension


    Summary

    In this conversation, Rafid Fadul discusses his journey in the field of longevity, the importance of mental health, and the evolving landscape of healthcare. He emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to health that includes not just physical well-being but also mental and emotional fulfillment. Rafid shares insights from his experiences, including his participation in the Reverse Longevity documentary, and offers advice for future leaders in the longevity space.


    Keywords

    longevity, health, radical life extension, mental health, healthcare system, performance health, psychedelics, healthcare compliance, aging, wellness


    Takeaways

    Sanogenics has been a pioneer in hormone replacement therapy for longevity.

    The US healthcare system faces significant challenges that need addressing.

    Fundamentals of health such as sleep, nutrition, and exercise are crucial for longevity.

    Radical life extension raises philosophical questions about the purpose of life.

    Mental health plays a critical role in overall health and longevity.

    Experiences from the Reverse Longevity documentary highlight the importance of collaboration in the field.

    The landscape of longevity research is constantly evolving, requiring adaptability.

    Psychedelics may have untapped potential in mental health treatment.

    Creating accessible platforms for sharing knowledge is essential in the longevity field.

    Being present and appreciating all moments can lead to a more fulfilled life.

    52 min
  • #52 How he made a Longevity Documentary - Charles Mattocks

    Summary

    In this conversation, Charles discusses his latest documentary 'Reverse Longevity', exploring the concept of longevity and health interventions. He emphasizes the importance of making health information accessible to the general public and shares insights on the production process of health documentaries. Charles also reflects on the personal impact of longevity research on his life and the challenges of funding and distributing health content. He offers advice for aspiring content creators and shares his motivation for promoting longevity and health education.


    Links

    - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Zelar City Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

    - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What is Zelar City?⁠⁠⁠⁠

    - ⁠Reversed Longevity Trailer⁠

    - As soon as it's out, you will be able to find "Reversed Longevity" on Amazon Prime, Tubi, or Glue TV


    Chapters

    00:00 Introduction to Charles and His Journey

    01:50 Charles's Longevity Documentary

    06:03 What did you learn from doing this documentary?

    09:24 Where is the focus? Longevity present or future?

    10:58 Why Charles not host his own longevity documentary?

    14:11 Choosing Costa Rica: A Unique Filming Location

    15:18 Did making a Longevity Documentary change your behavior?

    16:50 Funding and Producing Health Documentaries

    20:32 How Charles started his Media company

    22:26 Lessons from Diabetes Documentaries

    24:07 How to make people open up during interviews

    25:21 Crafting Compelling Narratives in Filmmaking

    29:10 Advice for Aspiring Filmmakers and Advocates

    31:20 The Drive for Change and Future Aspirations

    36:15 Exploring Longevity and Health Documentaries

    37 min

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