133: Don't Bury Me, Freeze Me - The New Billionaire Obsesson with Cryonics

04/21/25 • 67 min

What if preserving your body after death wasn’t science fiction—but science in progress?

In this mind-expanding conversation, James Arrowood of Alcor dives deep into the science and ethics of cryonics, explaining how ultra-cold preservation of human tissue could transform the future of medicine, organ banking, and even space travel. Learn how cryonics works, how Alcor operates as a non-profit, and what it means for our understanding of consciousness, trauma medicine, and longevity.

We explore the cutting-edge technology behind cryopreservation, why some scientists believe revival may be possible, and how preserving the brain could one day unlock new frontiers in medical research. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, this episode will challenge how you think about life, death, and everything in between.

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What if preserving your body after death wasn’t science fiction—but science in progress?

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132: How AI is Transforming the Way We Eat

Discover how AI is revolutionizing personalized nutrition, diet tracking, and longevity in this episode of Longevity Junky. Caltech-trained physicist and AI entrepreneur Dr. Dmitriy Richard Starson reveals the tech behind his groundbreaking platform that analyzes your meals through photos and voice—no more tedious logging. Learn how AI can tailor your food choices, improve metabolic health, and even help doctors deliver better care.

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https://www.passio.ai/

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134: Unhinged Medical Stories from Reddit

Get ready for some of the wildest, most jaw-dropping medical stories ever shared on Reddit. From ER scammers faking injuries for pain meds... to DIY tracheotomies, exploding intestines, and near-fatal sex injuries—these real-life cases are as unbelievable as they are horrifying.

Join Dr. Buck Joffrey and Nikki Leigh as they break down these totally unhinged Reddit stories with useful medical insights and some humor along the way.

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