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-ranging conversation about cognitive enhancement, sleep, doomscrolling, zombie cells, joint health and much more. We discuss the interconnections of mind and body, the magic of magnesium, the frontier of senolytics, and how three days in a Mexican clinic led him on an inspiring journey into the world of longevity research. We delve into the science behind supplements, the importance of holistic health practices, and how to navigate the often-confusing supplement market.

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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 a present-day mindset—an approach that requires a shift in thinking. To help us in this quest, Nick has developed a new digital platform, A Longer Life, which includes a free Longevity Mindset course.

In this interview he shares his vision for a future where health optimization is available to everyone. We delve into the nuances of living not just longer but better - charting the confluence of science, self-awareness, and the art of aging gracefully.

This episode is a co-production with A Longer Life

Connect with Nick and 'A Longer Life' at NickEngerer.org

Listen to our earlier interviews with Nick:

• Biohacking through the lens of longevity
• Biohacking to optimize healthspan

Related

• Can everyone benefit from the race for longevity | Dr. Robert Lufkin & Charles Mattocks
• Longevity’s True Meaning | Darshan Shah, founder Next Health
• Mission to Extend Healthy Lifespan | Alan Graves, CEO DoNotAge - Nick Engerer is an Advisory Board member with DoNotAge

DoNotAge.org is offering listeners to the Live Long podcast a 10% discount on its range of products – NAD boosters, Sirtuin activators, senolytics and more. Use the code LLAMA at checkout. Any health queries can be answered by emailing the team at hello@donotage.org

Disclosures/show support

The Live Long podcast relies on affiliate arrangements to cover research, post production and hosting costs for our audio and video episodes. We have arranged discounts on certain products and receive a small commission on sales.

We are also grateful for regular listener support. Any contribution - large or small - is hugely appreciated and helps us in our mission to share information that could help us all live longer and healthier lives. With gratitude.

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The Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice. If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.

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 approach to promote longevity and overall well-being, based on the principles of functional medicine. In our conversation, he emphasizes the need for a holistic - whole body - approach to health, and advocates for practical lifestyle changes, including dietary adjustments and intermittent fasting, to promote longevity and overall well-being. The New York City-based physician is a sharp critics of US dietary guidelines, which he sees as outdated. He says they have contributed to the poor health of millions of people. He is also keen to distinguishes between superficial “anti-aging” and deeper, cellular-level “pro-aging” interventions.

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The Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice. If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.

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 concept of 'productive failure' and how learning from our mistakes can lead to deeper understanding and personal growth. He shares his journey from aspiring soccer player to a researcher in learning sciences, discovering the importance of failure as a mechanism for learning.

The conversation explores how these principles can be applied to health, fitness, and personal development, as well as the significance of setting realistic goals and learning from both personal and vicarious failures. Kapur also highlights the need for resilience in the face of unexpected setbacks and the importance of social connections in achieving long-term health and well-being.

Kapur is a professor of Learning Sciences and Higher Education at ETH Zurich and the Director of the Singapore-ETH Center.

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Enhance your wellness journey with PartiQlar supplements. No magic formulas, just pure single ingredients, like NMN, L-Glutathione, Spermidine, Resveratrol, TMG and Quercetin.
Get a 15% discount with the code MASTERAGING15 at PartiQlar

Support the show

The Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice. If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.

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 author of Tastes Like La Dolce Vita, where she shares her mission to help us live not only longer but better—enjoying a long healthspan, a life where we stay healthy, active, and mentally sharp well into our later years. Her work weaves together a passion for nutritious, satisfying food and practical wellness strategies inspired by Italy’s famously healthy lifestyle. In this fun interview, Elizabeth shares insights that go beyond recipes, offering a holistic approach to well-being and vitality, through lifestyle adjustments, mindset shifts, or some of her favorite Mediterranean-inspired habits.

PartiQlar supplements

Enhance your wellness journey with PartiQlar supplements. No magic formulas, just pure single ingredients, like NMN, L-Glutathione, Spermidine, Resveratrol, TMG and Quercetin.
Get a 15% discount with the code MASTERAGING15 at PartiQlar

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The Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice. If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.

Stem cell therapy is a growing field of medical intervention that is being used to enhance longevity and healthspan. Advancements in research, biotechnology, and regenerative medicine have expanded its potential applications but it also raises both ethical and efficacy concerns. The primary ethical issue comes from the use of human embryos, which some people believe is morally problematic. While many countries regulate or restrict their use, others allow research with oversight.

In this interview with Dr. Joy Kong, a stem cell specialist at Chara Health Center in Los Angeles, we explore the practical aspects of treatment as well as the wider considerations surrounding stem cell sources, the long-term effects of therapy, and Dr. Kong's personal journey in regenerative medicine.

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Enhance your wellness journey with PartiQlar supplements. No magic formulas, just pure single ingredients, like NMN, L-Glutathione, Spermidine, Resveratrol, TMG and Quercetin.
Get a 15% discount with the code MASTERAGING15 at PartiQlar

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The Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice. If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.

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 evolving landscape of health optimization, emphasizing the importance of healthspan over mere lifespan. He shares his personal journey from a traditional medical practice to a focus on functional medicine, highlighting the significance of diet, lifestyle changes, and innovative treatments in enhancing health. Dr Shah also explains the role of Next Health as a self-styled health optimization and longevity center, focussing on proactive health care. He also addresses the need for greater accessibility to wellness solutions.

Recorded at the 2024 Longevity Fest meeting of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, in Las Vegas.

Timeline

This episode is a co-production with Timeline, the Swiss longevity biotech company, which is pioneering a new category of clinically validated dietary supplements called mitoceuticals, to support healthy aging. Mitopure deliverers Urolithin A which has been shown to enhance cellular energy, muscle strength and the health of our skin.

Time-line is offering a 10% discount on its Mitopure products - Mitopure Powder, Softgels, Mitopure + Protein and skin creams - which support improvements in mitochondrial function and muscle strength.
Use the code LLAMA at checkout here:

Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

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The Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice. If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.

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” she says there is now a growing understanding of the “cadences of women” and their distinct health journeys. In this interview we explore the significance of tracking cycles, understanding the different stages in life, including menstrual and perimenopausal phases, the impact of dietary choices, the profound effects of resistance training and importance of mitochondrial health.

Dr. Estima is a doctor of chiropractic with a special interest in metabolism, body composition, functional neurology, and female physiology. She is the author of The Betty Body: A Geeky Goddess' Guide to Intuitive Eating, Balanced Hormones, and Transformative Sex and host of the podcast, Better! With Dr. Stephanie.

This episode, recorded at the 2024 Longevity Fest meeting of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, in Las Vegas, is a co-production with Time-line, the Swiss longevity biotech company which is pioneering a new category of clinically validated dietary supplements, called mitoceuticals, to support healthy aging. Mitopure deliverers Urolithin A which has been shown to enhance cellular energy, muscle strength and the health of our skin.

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Recorded at the 2024 Longevity Fest meeting of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, in Las Vegas.

Timeline

This episode is a co-production with Timeline, the Swiss longevity biotech company, which is pioneering a new category of clinically validated dietary supplements called mitoceuticals, to support healthy aging. Mitopure deliverers Urolithin A which has been shown to enhance cellular energy, muscle strength and the health of our skin.

Time-line is offering a 10% discount on its Mitopure products - Mitopure Powder, Softgels, Mitopure + Protein and skin creams - which support improvements in mitochondrial function and muscle strength.
Use the code LLAMA at checkout here:

Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

Support the show

The Live Long and Master Aging (LLAMA) podcast, a HealthSpan Media LLC production, shares ideas but does not offer medical advice. If you have health concerns of any kind, or you are considering adopting a new diet or exercise regime, you should consult your doctor.