Posts tagged telomeres
#473: Revolutionary Immune Hacks and Stem Cell Breakthroughs (Why Most "Regenerative" Therapies Fail) | With Dr. Rafael Gonzalez

Today, I’m joined by Dr. Rafael Gonzalez, a longtime leader in regenerative medicine whose work spans everything from spinal cord injuries to cutting-edge immune modulation and stem cell therapies. Dr. Gonzalez takes us through his journey from studying secondary degeneration in the nervous system to diving deep into what actually drives healthy aging—and what most people get wrong about immune decline, senescent cells, and the promise (and pitfalls) of regenerative interventions.

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#467: The (Misunderstood) Plant Compound That’s Turning Back the Clock | With Nat Niddam

Today, I’m diving solo into a topic that’s truly at the heart of everything I do: longevity—specifically, how to actually feel vibrant and strong as we age, not just rack up more years on the calendar. I break down the science behind aging, the real reasons why our repair systems start to slow down, and the practical ways we can take charge, starting right now.

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#461:Why Only 8 Proven Interventions Work | Extend LIFE & Healthspan With Science Not Hype With Dr. Bill Lawrence

Today, I’m joined by Dr. Bill Lawrence, a leading researcher in longevity and pioneer in clinical studies on peptide bioregulators. Over the past eight years, Dr. Lawrence has dedicated himself to asking the big questions in longevity science: Do these interventions really work, and which strategies actually move the needle when it comes to living longer, healthier lives?

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#428: Poop, Peptides & The Power of Microbiome | The Secret Longevity Organ With Dr. Grace Liu

Today, I'm joined by Dr. Grace Liu, often known as the “Gut Goddess,” a trailblazer in the world of microbiome science and founder of The Gut Institute. In this conversation, we take a bold dive into an often-overlooked pillar of longevity: your poop. That's right—Dr. Liu unpacks the fascinating and sometimes surprising science showing how gut health shapes everything from your immune system and brain to your lifespan itself.

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#421: Trauma SCIENCE: How Hidden Stress Hijacks Your Health (Autoimmunity, Brain Inflammation, and Unlocking Resilience) | With Dr. Aimie Apigian

Today, I’m joined by Dr. Aimie Apigian, an innovative leader in the biology of trauma, whose work bridges the worlds of science, medicine, and lived experience. In our conversation, Dr. Apigian opens up about her journey from conventional medicine—where symptom management was the norm—to uncovering the physiological roots of trauma and the crucial role our nervous system plays in resilience and healing. She shares how her own health struggles, her work with adopted children, and a relentless curiosity led her to re-examine everything she thought she knew about stress, autoimmunity, and capacity.

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#397: STRESS: The Silent Accelerator of Aging (10 Free Hacks Rewiring Your Longevity) | Calm Amid Chaos With Nat Niddam

Today, it’s just me, and we’re doing things a little differently on the Longevity Podcast. With the intensity of the holiday season winding down, I wanted to take a step back from the usual deep-dives and high-tech hacks to focus on something fundamental—free, practical strategies to help you manage stress. Chronic stress is sneaky in how it accelerates aging, impacts your telomeres, and undoes even the most powerful interventions, but thankfully, there are simple ways we can start to turn things around.

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