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Andy Elder, President of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh discusses with Debbie Price, Professor of Social Gerontology at The University of Manchester the "fourth age" and how frailty has changed with longevity. We try to perceive aging positively but are we missing something in the ageing process. We don't like to think of frailty because its not the type of ageing we want to think about ourselves - a fear of decline. While we have seen great gains in extra healthy years, we must also consider that many people do not experience active ageing and these years of decline need attention. https://thelongevityforum.com
Jim Mellon, co-founder of The Longevity Forum interview Peter Diamandis, Founder of the XPRIZE Foundation on breakthroughs for the next decade. There is no greater gift on the planet than adding healthy years to one's life. Our inability to live extraordinarily long is either a software problem or a hardware problem. Breakthroughs in diagnostics will help people understand early signs of ageing so we can catch disease from the beginning. In addition, therapeutics are evolving that may help with long term health. https://thelongevityforum.com
Pat Thane, visiting Professor in History at Birkbeck, University of London chats with Andrew J Scott, co-founder of The Longevity Forum & Professor at LBS on how an ageing society has changed throughout history. The narrative on an ageing society should not be negative. One of the greatest achievements of the 20th century is longer lives. Grandparents and great grandparents are spending more time with their families than ever before in history. People used to age faster partially due to poverty but today humans into their 80's are remaining youthful and active. We must value this group as a society - the older age bracket is becoming the biggest demographic on the planet. https://thelongevityforum.com/
Dafina Grapci and Andrew J Scott, co-founders of The Longevity Forum discuss the new course at LBS, Business of Longevity. A healthy and long lifespan is not just a personal endeavor but is beneficial for society. Ageing well for one year is worth 38 trillion US dollars in the economy. If we are going to be healthy when we are old, we need to start earlier. People of all ages need to consider the many aspects of longevity. Longevity is not just health, it also involves skills, engagement and relationships. https://thelongevityforum.com/
Ageing whether in animals or humans is not a fixed process. Looking at American possums on islands versus the mainland, they are ageing at different speeds leading to the conclusion that safer environments increase longevity. With animal insights guiding medical research, we may see humans live up to 150 years old. Medical progress has been growing tremendously including blood rejuvenation which may lead to additional years of life that we never thought would be possible. https://thelongevityforum.com
Claire Mellon, Gynecologist at Miss Claire Mellon and Associates interviews Louise Newson, co-founder of the Newson Health Menopause and Wellbeing Centre on how menopause it changing with longevity. We have the common goal of preventing problems rather than treating them. Women loose their hormones in menopause which can speed up the ageing process. HRT had a bad reputation in the past but has been modernized to be a viable treatment for menopause to prevent inflammation which leads to later in life illnesses. Hormones could be the way forward for improving health. https://thelongevityforum.com/
Lord Neil Mendoza, the Provost of Oriel College at Oxford chats with our co-founder, Dafina Grapci-Penney on how education is changing after the pandemic. Not only has online learning become crucial for education but people are also seeking shorter courses later in life rather than traditional degrees. https://thelongevityforum.com
Tom Kirkwood, a biologist and the associate dean of ageing for Newcastle University discusses with our co-founder Andrew J Scott how the concept of studying ageing emerged as a malleable challenge in biology. The study of longevity has evolved into not just looking at the cellular level but also thinking about what we can learn from growing older. https://thelongevityforum.com
Jim Mellon co-founder of The Longevity Forum leads a discussion with Kristen Fortney, CEO and founder of BioAge Labs and James Peyer, CEO and founder of Cambrian Biopharma on the future of youth's interest in longevity. Ageing is universal – it happens to everyone compared to other diseases. Kristen and James discuss how organisations are working towards preventing this universal inevitability. From recent breakthroughs to the financial climate for biotech funding, these biotech pioneers open our eyes to the amazing progress in the industry. https://bioagelabs.com https://www.cambrianbio.com https://thelongevityforum.com
Andrew J Scott interviews Brown Economist Oded Galor on how inequality has changed throughout the history of humankind. From looking at causes to analyzing the current wealth of nations, Oded explains his theories (more in his book "The Journey of Humanity"). https://thelongevityforum.com
Co-founder of The Longevity Forum, Andrew J Scott interviews Lucy Kellaway, the co-founder of NowTeach. Lucy explains how her life has changes and she has found an exciting new chapter in retirement. From buying a new house to starting a fresh career as a teacher, Lucy discusses how we can look at retirement as an opportunity for a new profession which can benefit society. The intergenerational benefits have also been outstanding when looking at older educators. https://www.thelongevityforum.com
On this episode, Professor Richard Faragher of University of Brighton and AFAR interviews James Cole on the evolution of ageing. James explains the history of climate change going back 130,000 years ago and draws comparisons to what we are experiencing presently. Considering the phenomenon of hippos in the Thames at one point, Richard and James look into how lives have changed in Britain from diet to lifespan. What do we know about changing demography during humankind's history? https://thelongevityforum.com
On this episode, Julia Randell-Khan CEO of Encore Fellows UK will be interviewing Professor Carol Black on ageing well and guidance for “second career acts." Julia and Carol discuss how we need to focus on prevention when planning for a high life expectancy. We are not following the roadmap for a healthier life especially considering inequality in diet and exercise. Carol discusses mental health issues and how we need a sustainable plan for these challenges. https://www.thelongevityforum.com
Register to watch panel virtually on 9 Nov: https://thelongevityforum.com/registration-longevity-forum-2021 On this episode, Jim Mellon, co-founder of the Longevity Forum speaks with Henry Dimbleby, co-founder of Leon Foods and the lead on the National Food Strategy Report. The food system dominates the biosphere yet it has been collapsing from our harmful practices. Without sustainable food, humankind is not sustainable. How can we work together with corporations and governments to ensure our agricultural practices keep us healthy and living longer? https://thelongevityforum.com
Andrew J Scott, co-founder of the Longevity Forum will be chatting with world renowned historian Niall Ferguson. Looking on the history of wars and pandemics, Andrew and Niall discuss how the pandemic has disrupted longevity. Progress has been halted recently in many ways by the pandemic from inequality to climate change. Has COVID been a distraction from other important issues? https://www.thelongevityforum.com
Declan Doogan, Chief Medical Officer of Juvenescence, interviews James Lovelock, world-renowned scientist and centenarian on the secret behind the success of his long life. While there appears to be no secret recipe for reaching 100, James discusses the importance of staying active and mentally challenging yourself. As the proposer of the Gaia hypothesis, James shares his thoughts on the environmental factors that are harming society as well as how they can affect healthy lifespans. https://www.thelongevityforum.com
Tania Bryer, CNBC anchor and executive producer interviews Marisa Drew, Chief Sustainability Officer & Global Head Sustainability Strategy, Advisory and Finance at Credit Suisse on how longevity has reshaped our view of life and how this will impact investing. Younger generations aren't necessarily focusing on longevity but our longer lifespans are affecting us at all stages of life. From the hazards of plastics to the drawbacks of food mass production, awareness of improving our health is greater than ever. We can control our futures to make our lives longer and healthier through diet, social networks and exercise but we can have an impact through investing to support healthy lifespans and help us meet the needs of our ageing societies. https://www.thelongevityforum.com
Dr Greg Bailey, co-founder and CEO of Juvenescence, a biotech company focusing on preventing age related diseases interviews Professor Linda Partridge on nutrition and healthy ageing. Prof Linda Partridge is a world-renowned geneticist and the founding director of the Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing in Cologne, Germany. Diet plays a major role in humankind living longer. Greg and Linda debate diet techniques from ketosis to fasting and how they can help our overall health. https://www.thelongevityforum.com
Declan Doogan, Chief Medical Officer of Juvenescence interviews Professor Norman Lazarus, the author of The Lazarus Strategy: How to Age Well and Wisely on the importance of exercise for longer lives. We analyse not just genetics but “diseases of exercise deficiencies.” You need to change your lifestyle now and there needs to be a focus on physical exercise. Exercise is intrinsic to the human species so its crucial to find something you enjoy otherwise your physical activity will be a struggle. Always compliment your exercise with weight resistance and Norman offers guidance on proper muscle development. Declan and Norman end their conversation on how the pandemic has brought awareness to exercise and health resilience to our institutions and government. https://thelongevityforum.com/
Anna Dixon, Chief Executive at The Centre for Ageing Better and George MacGinnis, Healthy Ageing Challenge Director at UKRI as they discuss how we can accomodate our ageing society better from how we view ageing to better innovations for older living. https://www.ageing-better.org.uk/ https://www.ukri.org/our-work/delivering-economic-impact/industrial-strategy-challenge-fund/ https://thelongevityforum.com/
George MacGinnis, Challenge Director of Healthy Ageing, UK Research and Innovation is interviewed by Andrew J Scott, Co-founder of The Longevity Forum and Professor of Economics at LBS. George explains how the UKRI Healthy Ageing Challenge is changing how we grow older from trailblazer entrepreneurs to housing solutions for mature persons. How do we tackle ageing inequalities to make living longer possible for everyone? There are numerous opportunities for firms in the ageing market which will allow people to remain active, productive, independent and socially connected across generations for as long as possible. https://thelongevityforum.com
Prof Norman Lazarus, Professor at the Centre for Human and Applied Physiological Sciences at Kings College London and Declan Doogan, Chief Medical Officer of Juvenescence chat about the resilient lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle isn't just making a few good decisions but is about finding something that resonates with you. Ageing doesn't mean that taking up a new hobby such as swimming is out of reach but can be a new challenge. Prof Norman Lazarus discusses the many options one can take for a long, active life. https://thelongevityforum.com
Bruce Friedrich, Co-founder of The Good Food Institute will be interviewed by Jim Mellon, co-founder of The Longevity Forum and Michael Corcoran, Partner at Hill Dickinson on the future of clean meat in a resilient world. Clean meat is not only better for the environment, but it also decreases dependence on antibiotics and improves food security. From cat food to cellular grown fish, we are creating new, sustainable ways to cultivate meat while avoiding the negative externalities of traditional agriculture. The field of agronomics is experiencing tremendous innovation and growth. https://thelongevityforum.com
Stuart McDonald, Head of Demographic Assumptions and Methodology at Lloyds Banking Group is interviewed by David Collinson, Part of the Founding Team at the Pension Corporation on the Impact of Covid on mortality. The pandemic has caused unexpected deaths around the world but what is the greater picture for the UK when considering mortality in previous years? Actuaries are looking are various outcomes such as the healthy survivor effect which would lead to light mortality in the upcoming years. Its also crucial to keep in mind the many variations within society on the response to COVID-19 whether its direct infections or economic implications. https://thelongevityforum.com
Jane Portas, Co-founder of Insuring Women's Futures, explains the six moments that matter in financial life journeys of Black people in the UK during Covid with Dawid Konotey-Ahulu, Co-founder of Redington Limited and Mallowstreet. From relationships to education, we experience many moments that can help determine our financial success. Many minority communities experience hardships during these moments such as women being the primary caregiver of children and older parents. How can awareness of these moments help families succeed financially? https://thelongevityforum.com
Gillian Tett, editor-at-large of the US Financial Times speaks on the influence of Covid-19 on the ESG Agenda with Marisa Drew, Chief Sustainability Officer & Global Head Sustainability Strategy, Advisory and Finance at Credit Suisse. Corporations have traditionally operated with a narrow focus on financial goals, but more and more, we are seeing an increasing awareness of social good among shareholders. Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance is beneficial to businesses from building their reputation to keeping employees happy. COVID-19 has been trying for businesses around the globe but how has this affected corporate ESG? https://thelongevityforum.com
Nicole Shanahan, President of the Bia-Echo foundation shares her personal experiences and research with renowned obstetricians Claire Mellon and Rebecca Gibbs. Longevity and fertility are heavily tied together yet there aren't enough conversations on this ever important topic. Fertility is not always the same throughout your life and can be determined by simple healthy practices from acupuncture to getting enough sleep. The charts commonly used on infertility need to be revised as they often give women negative news too soon. Claire, Rebecca and Nicole chat about how the misconceptions can alter women's life paths and how we can improve going forward. https://thelongevityforum.com
Dr Tara Swart, neuroscientist at MIT Sloan and author of The Source and Dafina Grapci-Penney, Co-founder of The Longevity Forum and Managing Director at Greentarget talk about mental resilience and strategies for coping with stress. We as humans respond to stress in different ways and the COVID shutdowns have led to great strain on everyone's mental resilience. Cortisol levels in the brain are elevated from stress but there are many techniques from magnesium to meditation that can curb cortisol levels. Dr Swart leaves us with a thorough understanding of how we physically respond to stress and how it's not too late to build our mental resilience. https://thelongevityforum.com
Please note this podcast was recorded before the latest set of lockdown measures were announced and prior to the latest decision by the Monetary Policy Committee. It's on everyone's minds - what will happen to the economy post pandemic? Andy Haldane, Chief Economist to the Bank of England discusses with Andrew J Scott, Professor of Economics at London Business School the hardships countries have faced with the COVID shutdowns. Recovery is in the air, consumerism is up but what's next for our resilient population. We've experienced a year of shocks but how does it compare to other downturns in history. COVID has brought about government intervention that is similar to wartime levels of fiscal and monetary spending. Finally, how will this economic shock change the way we prepare for the future.
Longevity Week 2020 is taking place virtually on 9-13 November with an array of partner events ranging from UKRI, Zinc VC to Master Investor. The three Longevity Forum founders, Jim Mellon, Andrew Scott and Dafina Grapci-Penney discuss their favourite events coming up and why discussing resilience is so crucial with the pandemic this year. https://thelongevityforum.com
Linda Fried describes the unprecedented success of adding 30 years to the human lifetime and the implications of our additional time. Linda Fried is Dean and DeLamar Professor of Public Health at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health.
Laura Deming explains the new age of investing in longevity. Laura Deming is the founder and full-time partner at The Longevity Fund, an early stage venture capital fund backing companies which target the ageing process to treat disease, with investments in gene editing, small molecule therapeutics, and novel methods to treat disease.
Dafina Grapci-Penney, Jim Mellon and Andrew Scott highlight the collaborative effort of The Longevity Forum and the key takeaways from the day. The social and science narrative on longevity are changing which is very exciting for the future.
Nir Barzilai shares his expertise on how ageing can be targeted and reversed. Dr Barzilai is a chaired Professor of Medicine and Genetics and Director of the biggest Centre in the world to study the Biology of Ageing, Institute for Aging at The Albert Einstein College of Medicine.
Julia Randell-Khan explains the important of intergenerational connections and how the Encore Fellows programme helps with career transitions while positively impacting society. As founder/CEO of Encore Fellows UK and a fellow at the Stanford Center on Longevity, Julia is an enthusiastic encore career advocate.
Lynne Cox discusses cell senescence and how studies show the removal of these cells can help healthy ageing. Professor Cox is a biogerontologist at the University of Oxford. She runs a research group focused on understanding the basic molecular mechanisms underlying ageing, with the aim of using that understanding to improve health in later life, by developing treatments to alleviate the diseases of old age.
Dr Charles Alessi discusses how we can shift the healthcare system to better accommodate longer lives. Charles Alessi is the Chief Clinical Officer for HIMSS International.
https://thelongevityforum.com/ Dr Aubrey de Grey discusses how policy makers can keep up with science and tech when it comes to longevity. The "longevity maverick" explains the difficulties in prioritising the science of longer living even during electoral cycles.
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