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Entropy Rising

What if death was optional? Exploring biological immortality, healthspan, and the ethics of living forever | Entropy Rising Episode 15

19 May 2025

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Support us on Patreon: https://patreon.com/EntropyRising?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkFollow us on treads: https://www.threads.net/@entropyrisingpodcastWebsite: https://www.entropy-rising.com/What if death was optional?In this episode of Entropy Rising, we dive into one of the most fascinating—and controversial—topics in science and futurism: radical life extension. From the promise of biological immortality to the potential nightmare scenarios of overpopulation, wealth inequality, and societal stagnation, this episode tackles the full spectrum of what it could mean to live for hundreds—or even thousands—of years.We explore the real science behind extending human life, including technologies already in development: artificial organs, 3D-printed tissues, gene editing, and the growing field of nanomedicine. We also look at more speculative ideas like DNA repair at the molecular level, cellular rejuvenation, and even mind uploading as a potential path to digital immortality.But the science is only half the story. What would happen to the economy if people stopped dying? Would retirement become obsolete? How would religion evolve in a world without death? Would traditions and culture stagnate—or evolve in completely new ways? And what about crime and punishment—how do you sentence someone who might live forever?We also talk about the difference between lifespan and healthspan, and why extending the number of healthy years matters just as much as total years lived.Whether you’re excited by the idea of living forever or wary of its implications, this episode offers a grounded yet imaginative look at the future of humanity when aging becomes optional.If you're into futurism, sci-fi concepts grounded in real science, or just love thinking about where the world is headed, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.Support the showWebsite: https://www.entropy-rising.com/

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