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Coming soon from Tech Tonic: Defying death

Nov 20, 2025
This podcast delves into the billion-dollar race to extend human life through groundbreaking treatments and genetic manipulation. Hosts investigate the obsession with longevity, connecting it to wealth and the fear of death. They highlight a revolutionary pill that could rewind cellular aging overnight. The discussion also touches on the ethical dilemmas and risks of a wild-west industry that exploits the universal desire to live longer. Join them as they explore the promises and pitfalls of this fascinating frontier in science.
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INSIGHT

Longevity As A Tech-Led Frontier

  • Tech companies and investors are pouring billions into extending human lifespan through treatments and gene manipulation.
  • The movement frames longevity as a technological frontier rather than purely a medical one.
ANECDOTE

A Pill That Rewinds Cell Age

  • An expert imagines a future pill that rejuvenates cellular age overnight while you sleep.
  • This vision frames longevity as an accessible daily medical intervention rather than a once-off cure.
INSIGHT

Science Versus The Promise To Stop Ageing

  • The series probes whether science and tech can truly stop ageing or merely delay decline.
  • It positions ethical and practical questions at the core of longevity debates.
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