Live Long and Master Aging
Episodes
The Truth About Retirement | Gregg Lunceford
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As people live longer and stay healthier for more years, retirement is being redefined. What was once seen as a relatively short closing chapter can n...
Beyond willpower: The biology of hunger
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Weight-loss drugs that target the hormone GLP-1 have rapidly reshaped the conversation around obesity, appetite and personal responsibility. But along...
A New Home Blueprint for Wellness | Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Where we live could be the most important factor in how long and well we live. Teri Slavik-Tsuyuki, co-chair of the Global Wellness Institute’s Well...
Tracking Biological Age with AI and Blood Biomarkers | Tyler Smith
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how we understand our health — not just how we feel today, but how fast we’re actually aging.On this e...
Quit Alcohol, Gain Clarity This New Year | James Swanwick
01 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Was it a boozy start to the New Year? What if you could gain more clarity, energy, and better health by giving up drinking? Imagine a day when alcohol...
Pilates For Strength, Balance, and Mobility | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
26 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pilates is more than graceful movement — it’s a strength-focused, precision-based system that builds core stability, balance, and posture for peop...
Breathe Better, Move Better, Live Longer | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Your breath is your most powerful performance tool. In this episode of the Live Long Podcast, part of our Move for Life series, coaches Nate Wilkins a...
Mind–Body Training for Longevity | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
12 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mind–body training is widely recognized as a pillar of healthy aging. Research suggests that how we move — and how we think while we move — are ...
How Light Disrupts Our Sleep | Prof. Philippa Gander
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our understanding of the body's internal clocks is rapidly evolving, with new research shedding light on the powerful effects of circadian rhythm...
Why Farmers’ Walks Boost Longevity | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
05 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Farmers’ walks - carrying weight in each hand and moving with steady control - are catching on as a simple, full-body exercise that mirrors real lif...
Kettlebell Swings for Longevity | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The kettlebell swing is a cornerstone exercise for building strength, power, and cardiovascular fitness - all in one efficient, full-body movement. Pr...
Move Better, Live Longer: The Power of Functional Training | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
21 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Functional training is redefining what it means to stay fit for life. Instead of chasing personal records in the gym, this approach focuses on the mov...
Perfect Your Plank: Core Strength and Stability for Life | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
14 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The plank may look simple, but it’s one of the most effective full-body exercises for building strength, stability, and balance. In this Move for Li...
The Ageless Core: Strength, Balance & Mobility | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A strong core is far more than a set of visible abs - it’s the foundation for every movement you make. This intricate network of muscles stabilizes ...
Building a Culture of Movement | Kwame Terra
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kwame Terra is on a mission to make movement a cultural norm and health an accessible part of everyday life. Through his community-based bEHR Health p...
The Single-Leg Stand Challenge | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
31 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A simple one-leg stand is a surprisingly powerful test of balance, coordination, and how well your body is aging. In this episode of our series, Move ...
Balance Training: The Secret to Fall Prevention and Longevity | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Age-related decline in our ability to balance increases the risk of falls and loss of independence among older adults. But balance is a trainable skil...
How Strong Relationships Add Years to Your Life | Ken Stern
20 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Social bonds may be the most overlooked key to longevity. In this episode, Ken Stern, author of Healthy to 100, explains how connection, purpose, and ...
Post-Workout Static Stretching: Reduce Muscle Tension, Pain, and Injury Risk | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Static stretching is a crucial, often skipped step in post-workout recovery, with benefits that extend beyond cooling down. In this episode of our 20-...
From Stiff to Strong: Smarter Warm-Ups & Mobility Exercises for Older Adults | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dynamic stretching is an essential warm-up tool, priming muscles and joints for movement by improving mobility, increasing blood flow, and preparing t...
Flexibility & Mobility: Non-Negotiable for Aging Well | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Flexibility and mobility underpin healthy aging and longevity. In this episode Peter Bowes explores practical steps to enhance our ability to move w...
Is Society Shortening Lives? The Lifespan Inequality Crisis | Dr. Tyler Evans
02 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Extending our healthy years isn’t just about eating well and exercising — it’s also about the systems around us. Social policies, public health ...
The Power of Cycling: Low-Impact Cardio for Longevity | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cycling plays multiple roles in our quest to live longer, healthier lives. Both indoor and outdoor riding builds cardiovascular health, strengthens th...
How Walking Can Help You Live Longer and Healthier | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s go for a walk! In this episode we explore the benefits of a daily activity that most of engage in – if we can - without thinking. It certain...
Push-Ups: The Ultimate Whole-Body Exercise | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Push-ups are a simple, equipment-free exercise and a practical tool to promote everyday health. Sometimes dismissed as old-school, they help us with w...
The Smart Deadlift: Technique, Moderation and Mobility | Shebah Carfagna & Nate Wilkins
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The deadlift, long seen as a raw test of human strength, has evolved from ancient feats of lifting stones and heavy objects into a cultural symbol of ...
Lunges: The Secret to Better Balance and Coordination | Move for Life (Part 3)
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lunges are a cornerstone of healthy aging - building lower-body strength, improving balance, and supporting joint health. This episode is the third ...
Squats for Strength and Independence as We Age | Move for Life (Part 2)
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Squats can be hugely beneficial for healthy aging. In this episode, Ageless Workout coaches Shebah Carfagna and Nate Wilkins focus on how squats mirro...
Strength Training: The Foundation of a Long, Healthy Life | Move for Life (Part 1)
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Setting aside fleeting trends and unproven “longevity hacks,” Live Long is returning to the fundamentals. In a new 20-part series, Move for Life, ...
Step Count Science: Why 7,000 Is the New 10,000 | Melody Ding
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A new study is challenging one of the most pervasive messages in health and fitness: the belief that 10,000 daily steps are needed to prolong life and...
How Wearables Are Reshaping Healthcare | Marco Benitez
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As consumer wearables track everything from our heartbeats to nightly sleep cycles, a new industry has emerged—one focused on making sense of this a...
AI and 3D printing deliver smart nutrition | Melissa Snover
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Future nutrition should be personalized, with artificial intelligence as a key driver, according to Melissa Snover, founder of Nourished, a UK-based c...
The digital doctor in your pocket | Tyler Smith
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Advanced biomarker testing and a personalized 100-day intervention to adjust biological age are at the heart of a new longevity venture called Hundred...
Treating movement as a vital sign of good health | Andrew Menter
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While most people regularly check their blood pressure or glucose, few consider routinely assessing their body's ability to move—and yet, this ...
Dumping zombie cells, ditching doomscrolling: A journey to better health | James Schmachtenberger
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
James Schmachtenberger has had quite a life, and we suspect he is only just getting started. The co-founder of Qualia Life joined us for a wide-rang...
Cultivating a Longevity Mindset | Nick Engerer
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore the concept of a longevity mindset. Nick Engerer is on a mission to redefine human longevity not as a distant goal but as...
Practical lifestyle changes to become ageless | Dr. Michael Aziz
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Think of aging as syndrome that can be overcome to live the best life possible. Dr. Michael Aziz, author of The Ageless Revolution, takes this appro...
Fail, adapt, thrive for life | Prof. Manu Kapur
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we explore how the skills needed to live a longer healthier life can be honed through our own failures. Prof. Manu Kapur discusses the...
Redefining healthy eating | Elizabeth Borelli
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can a joyful and holistic approach to food help us to live longer and better? Elizabeth Borelli is a lifestyle coach, nutrition expert and autho...
Stem cell therapy: Longevity’s next frontier? | Dr. Joy Kong
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stem cell therapy is a growing field of medical intervention that is being used to enhance longevity and healthspan. Advancements in research, biote...
Longevity's true meaning | Dr. Darshan Shah
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Does longevity science have a branding problem? Dr. Darshan Shah believe it does. In this interview the founder and CEO of Next Health discusses the e...
Empowering women through biology | Dr. Stephanie Estima
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Stephanie Estima is on a mission to empower women by unlocking the potential of their biology. For too long seen as “smaller archetypes of men...
Prioritizing health through sleep and nutrition | Cynthia Thurlow
27 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, author and podcast host. She advocates for a balanced approach to healthcare that marries conventional and fu...
Energizing life through dietary intervention | Dr. Terry Wahls
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Terry Wahls is a courageous advocate for health transformation. Her journey is not just a personal battle against multiple sclerosis; it's a ...
Hormones and mitochondria drive healthy aging | Dr. Felice Gersh
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Maintaining optimal hormone levels as we grow older plays a crucial role in supporting mitochondrial health. When they become imbalanced, it can lead ...
Our best summers | Becky Blue
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What if the best days of our lives were to come in our 70s or later? The societal norms around aging are far from optimistic, preferring to frame the ...
Why we love our mitochondria | Jen Scheinman
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Longevity Fest in Las Vegas, one of the world's premier gatherings of health professionals, has just wrapped up for another year. The meeting of ...
Calipers to camera: Collecting body composition data | Jason Moore
30 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Accurate body composition data is often seen as the holy grail of information for the longevity-minded biohacker. Calipers are an accurate way to me...
Find that giggle in life | Dr. Kevin R. Stone
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we get older, how can we still enjoy a runners high or exercise-induced euphoria, while being careful not to get injured? Dr. Kevin R. Stone is an ...
AI companions to combat loneliness | Dor Skuler
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Loneliness, which affects how long people live, is at epidemic levels. Social isolation is not confined to the elderly, although the anxiety caused by...
Are you ready for the third half? | Campbell Gerrish & Caroline Brecker
03 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The traditional idea of retirement is changing with people now looking for new ways to continue contributing and finding purpose in their lives. Campb...
Lives well lived, at every age | Sky Bergman
25 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sky Bergman's film, Lives Well Lived, explored the joys of growing old, the value of wisdom, and the appreciation of life. Through interviews wit...
Integrating vigorous activity into daily life | Prof. Marie Murphy
16 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
VILPA (Vigorous Intermittent Lifestyle Physical Activity) is a type of physical activity that involves short bouts of strenuous activity. It is opport...
Vegetable oils: Friend or foe? | Dr. Cate Shanahan
29 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vegetable oils are sometimes referred to as seed oils because they come from the seeds of plants. The most commonly used include corn, soybean, cano...
Human longevity: Science fiction to reality
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The power of innovative storytelling to better understand human longevity has been harnessed by a unique community known as JellyfishDAO. The group - ...
Can everyone benefit from the race for longevity? | Charles Mattocks & Dr. Robert Lufkin
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do we all have equal access to the benefits of longevity science? Undoubtedly not, although many of the proven interventions are more accessible than ...
Monitor vital biomarkers from home | Michael Dubrovsky
19 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
DIY blood testing is growing in popularity. At-home testing kits make it easy to collect our own samples and receive lab results online. But could w...
What it means to be hyper well | Steve Welch
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Retail wellness companies are becoming a more familiar sight on the high street, whether it’s for an infrared sauna, red light therapy, hyperbaric o...
The case against full body scans | Dr. Mirza Rahman
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Much of the buzz around full body MRI scans has resulted from attention given to them by influencers and celebrities who have posted about their exper...
Why have a full body scan? | Andrew Lacy
12 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There has been a surge in interest in the use of full body MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans as a screening tool to spot early signs of disease. ...
The Science of Friendships | David Robson
03 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Robson has always found forming new connections and meeting strangers challenging. As a science writer - and confronted by his own insecurities ...
Sniffing pleasant smells to improve memory | Michael Leon
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Memory loss is often cited as one of the most worrying aspects of growing older. But what if the section of the brain that's responsible for memo...
Defying aging myths | Maddy Dychtwald
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Maddy Dychtwald has been unraveling the mysteries of aging for decades. Before biohacking was a thing and the recent surge in interest in age-revers...
Algae for lunch to live longer? | Catharine Arnston
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could the regular consumption of algae help us age better and live healthier lives? Catherine Arnston, founder and CEO of EnergyBits, is on a mission ...
Harnessing the power of placebo | Brandy Gillmore
03 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Brandy Gillmore went from being wheelchair-bound, on morphine, and given no hope by doctors, to a full recovery and an active life. It is a remarkable...
Give me some longevity | Nate Wilkins
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Another day. Another year. Another decade. "Give me some longevity," says fitness coach and author, Nate Wilkins. The 70-year-old function...
Nobel laureate alarmed by over-hyped longevity research
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Could we one day cheat death? Are we hurtling towards a time when science will be so advanced that aging can be prevented or halted in its tracks? Nob...
The rest of my life | Ron Kastner
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ron Kastner experienced what he called a "mortality moment" in his late 50s. A new dad, with two young daughters, it was a "profound re...
Farewell friend: Remembering Steve Wright's kindness
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
By Peter BowesI lost a dear friend last week. In fact the UK, my home country, lost a national treasure.Steve Wright was much more than a DJ on the ra...
Are scientists being honest about aging research?
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Coleen T. Murphy, a professor at Princeton University, specializes in genomics and molecular biology and is the author of How We Age: The Science of L...
Making longevity science easier to understand | Brad Inman
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you annoyed by the use of acronyms in longevity science? Does conflicting advice about diet and exercise drive you crazy? No wonder we're...
Rejuvenating the body's command center
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Deborah Maragopoulos, a nurse practitioner and self-described intuitive healer, believes health and longevity starts with the hypothalamus region of t...
Revitalizing the immune system
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is that time of the year when we are all acutely aware of the importance of our immune system. But it's about more than catching a winter cold...
Boosting strength, stamina and skin health
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As healthy aging science evolves, researchers are able to focus on the lifestyle interventions that have the biggest impact on our lives. A good, ba...
The Next Chapter: Does a positive mindset help promote healthier aging?
05 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The Next Chapter Peter Allison and Peter Bowes – school friends 50 years ago - discuss science-based lifestyle interventions as they pursue the next...
Biohacking to add a billion years of healthy life to humanity | Chris Mirabile
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As a teenager Chris Mirabile developed a "humble appreciation of life" that turned into a life-long dedication to biohacking and self-experi...
Holistic harmony for optimum health | Dr Adrian Heini
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
To what extent do genetics play a role in our ability to live a long healthy life? It is one of the many questions that doctors at the Swiss medical s...
The Next Chapter: Genes, gym or a bit of both?
17 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Allison and Peter Bowes – school friends 50 years ago, now contemplating the next chapter in life - return with another conversation about the...
Overcoming perfectionism | Thomas Curran
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Should we be striving to live a perfect life or is it more realistic to aim for one that's "good enough?" Thomas Curran is an assista...
The Next Chapter: Moderation in everything?
26 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Allison and Peter Bowes – school friends 50 years ago, now contemplating the next chapter in life - return with another conversation about the...
Harnessing nature for better human health | Davide D’Amico
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What does it mean to grow old? Put another way, what are the hallmarks of aging? They are questions that have long since intrigued biologists and ...
Gut health and digestion | Red light for longevity with Dr. Zulia Frost (Part 4)
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The gut microbiome has a huge impact on the way we live our lives and our ability to stay healthy. In this final episode of our series on red light ...
Breathe better to improve sleep, reduce stress and live longer | Phil Simha
27 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The art of controlled breathing is a powerful tool in the quest to live a longer, healthier life. There is evidence that breath work can help us impr...
The Next Chapter: Do the plank
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Allison and Peter Bowes – school friends 50 years ago, now contemplating the next chapter in life - return with another conversation about the...
Aches, pains and sporting injuries | Red light for longevity with Dr.Zulia Frost (Part 3)
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could red light therapy be used to help us recover faster from sporting injuries and promote better health as we grow older? In this third installme...
Why stomach bugs are essential for optimum health | Martin Blaser MD and Dr. Gloria Dominguez-Bello
31 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We cannot see them, but the tiny bugs inside our bodies are crucial to our long-term health. The problem is, they're becoming extinct. Martin B...
The Next Chapter: Eat protective foods
22 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Peter Allison and Peter Bowes – school friends 50 years ago, now contemplating the next chapter in life - return with another conversation about the...
Better sleep and less stress | Red light for longevity with Dr.Zulia Frost (Part 2)
14 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Could red light therapy be used to help us sleep and help us relax more? In this second installment of our series exploring the technology behind the ...
The Next Chapter: Embrace the natural world
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Do we live longer if we live next to green spaces? And what can we learn about longevity from squishy creatures in the sea?Peter Allison and Peter Bow...
Why red light? | Red light for longevity with Dr.Zulia Frost (Part 1)
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Photobiomodulation has long been a potent tool in the promotion of good health, but now it is easier than ever to benefit from the healing power of ...
Fine dining for longevity | Chef David Alessandria
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do we create tasty food that is not only satisfying but promotes good health? At the Swiss longevity-focussed medical spa, Clinique La Prairie (CL...
The Next Chapter: Old friends, new health discoveries
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
By Peter BowesImagine reconnecting with an old school friend, reminiscing about the good old days, and discovering you share a deep interest in health...
Life, wisdom and Morrie Schwartz in his own words | Rob Schwartz
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tuesdays with Morrie touched countless hearts and inspired millions around the world to try to live better lives. Now, almost three decades later, a n...
Chris Rinsch | Unlocking the power of advanced nutrition
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Imagine a future where you can support your body's aging process through nutrition, instead of pharmaceuticals. Chris Rinsch co-founded Amazentis...
Laura Putnam | An epidemic of loneliness is shortening lives
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Loneliness kills. Just like cigarettes. Social isolation is such a problem that it is shortening lives and US health officials have declared it to be ...
Simone Gibertoni | Health is your wealth
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is the most important thing in your life? What is the most important thing in your life? For most of us the answer is a no-brainer - it'...
Valter Longo: How long can we stay young?
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professor Valter Longo, director of the Longevity Institute at the University of Southern California (USC), returns to the LLAMA podcast to discuss hi...
Dominic Denk | Pomegranates, cancer and immunity
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Researchers in Germany have found that a compound found in pomegranates may play a key role in fighting cancer. Human trials are needed to establish...
Shebah Carfagna: A single mother's fitness journey
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Starting a fitness journey is one of the most challenging things we can do. There are obstacles, excuses and setbacks that many find overwhelming. ...
Bill Rawls | Looking after our cells to age well
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Aging, according to Bill Rawls, MD, is the loss of functional cells as we go through life. An author and physician, Dr. Rawls is on a mission to eleva...