Guess what listener - it's possible that people alive today might live a very long life... like 1200 years maybe.

That sounds fun, but maybe it might lead to dystopia?

Will agonises with Rod about what we should do about longevity treatments!

The Wholesome Show is Dr Rod Lamberts and Dr Will Grant, proudly brought to you by The Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science!

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