This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von E404 Dr. Max More
Aug 16, 2022
Dr. Max More, a philosopher and expert in cryonics, shares fascinating insights into the world of preserving bodies for potential future revival. He and Theo dive into the ethical debates surrounding cryonics, the definition of 'legal' death, and the complexities of organ preservation. Max discusses groundbreaking advancements in biotechnology and the potential for life after death, probing the societal implications of extending lifespans. Their engaging conversation even touches on the quirky future of burial practices and why cremation may one day seem peculiar.
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Cryonics Misconceptions
- People frequently discuss living forever and the possibility of cryonic freezing.
- Theo Von mentions cryonics is often associated with figures like Walt Disney, which Dr. Max Moore clarifies as a common misconception.
Cryonics Definition
- Cryonics preserves legally dead, not biologically dead, people at extremely low temperatures.
- It aims to revive them in the future when technology can address the cause of death.
Legal vs Biological Death
- Legal death doesn't equate to biological death, as organs remain viable for transplants.
- Cryonics aims to preserve this viability with immediate intervention after legal death is declared.