Conspirituality 285: Can Peter Attia Live Forever?
Nov 27, 2025
Peter Attia's approach to longevity sparks debate, cutting through wellness fads. The hosts dissect his critics and elaborate on the high-stakes world of biohacking. Highlights from the Eudaimonia Summit reveal a preoccupation with longevity, alongside contentious debates over seed oils. They critically assess Attia's lucrative model, the ethics of influencer health narratives, and the psychological allure of immortality. Ultimately, they reflect on the ancient quest for meaning over mere longevity, suggesting a balanced view on life and aging.
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Live Debates At Eudaimonia
- Derek Barris debated Dave Asprey on seed oils and found the exchange more balanced than expected.
- The fluoride debate descended into activists overpowering the stage near the end, prompting Barris to leave early.
Longevity As The Wellness Narrative
- Longevity is the dominant buzzword across wellness conferences and shapes product marketing heavily.
- Derek Barris observed pervasive talks on biological age, peptides, and supplements with little large-scale clinical evidence.
Ignoring Food Access Realities
- Biohackers often advise eliminating 'bad' foods without addressing affordability or food access.
- Speakers like Dave Asprey presume markets will adapt, ignoring food deserts and SNAP reliance.
