What’s the biggest problem in longevity today: bad science, hype, or misplaced optimism?This episode is brought to you by NADclinic.com, the go-to destination for longevity and human performance. Check out their new NADair, a next-gen, precision breath-activated NAD⁺ wellness system using multi-patented DPI technology: https://nadairx.com/ This debate brings together leading voices in longevity to separate evidence from speculation. They discuss why misinformation is growing and why many people chase advanced treatments before addressing basic health.The panel explores longevity escape velocity, healthspan versus lifespan, and how much progress has actually been made. They debate whether dramatic life extension is near or still much farther away than many believe.The conversation also examines peptides, NAD+ infusions, longevity clinics, and biological age tests. Along the way, they discuss risk, regulation, incentives, and how to distinguish credible medicine from marketing.Get to Know the Guests:Matt Kaeberlein is a biogerontologist and leading aging researcher known for his work on the biological mechanisms of aging and interventions that promote healthy longevity.Aubrey de Grey is a biomedical gerontologist and longevity advocate best known for developing strategies to repair age-related cellular damage and accelerate progress toward extending healthy human lifespan.Dr. Brian Kennedy is a renowned aging researcher and former director of the Centre for Healthy Longevity at the National University of Singapore, focused on translating longevity science into real-world health interventions.Johannes Weiss is the founder and CEO of Longevity Center Vienna, where he focuses on preventive medicine, root-cause health optimization, and personalized longevity strategies. He is an international speaker and practitioner known for combining longevity science, neurofeedback, and mitochondrial health to improve healthspan.What You’ll LearnWhy misinformation is growing in longevityHealthspan vs. lifespan vs. longevity escape velocityWhy health basics matter more than longevity hacksWhat the evidence says about peptides and NAD+How to spot credible longevity clinicsWhy biological age tests remain controversial⏱ Timestamps00:00 Intro00:48 The Most Dangerous Force in Longevity02:17 Why Longevity Isn't Medicine Yet07:23 Why Clinical Trials Still Matter08:15 The Hidden Bias in Longevity Data09:40 Can You Make Money in Longevity?10:34 Fix the Basics First 11:34 The Risks of Peptide Misuse16:01 Should Doctors Prescribe Peptides?17:54 When Optimism Becomes Self-Deception 26:45 The Myth of Billionaire-Funded Longevity28:38 The Promise and Risk of Mitochondrial Drugs31:49 Why Truth Matters in Longevity Science35:28 Can We Cure All Diseases?38:55 The Future of Personalized Longevity42:38 How to Spot a Credible Longevity Clinic48:02 Peptide Red Flags to Watch For49:42 The Myth of Longevity Shortcuts52:33 The Misinformation Problem in Longevity 58:12 The Most Effective Longevity Drug01:02:37 If Tomorrow Was Your Last Day...Connect with MattInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mkaeberlein LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mkaeberlein X: https://x.com/mkaeberlein Connect with AubreyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aubrey-de-grey-24260b/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aubreydegrey/ X: https://x.com/aubreydegreyConnect with JohannesWebsite: https://johannesweiss.at/ LinkedIn: https://at.linkedin.com/in/johannesweiss-longevity Connect with BrianWebsite: https://medicine.nus.edu.sg/sites/briankennedylab/ Connect with JulianInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebeyondtomorrowpodcast/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliankissa/ LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/julian-issa Website: www.beyondtomorrowpodcast.com Email: [email protected]

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