100 Not Out

This is one of those conversations that we weren't planning for but turned into one of the more powerful chats we think we've ever had on 100 Not Out.    We are talking about belonging ... and how a lot of us don't feel like we belong.    There are so many ways that belonging feels stronger - being appreciated, being acknowledged (I see you), being spoken about positively, being included, and more.    From having your name remembered to having little details about your life known about, this is SUCH an important conversation about a topic that doesn't come up too much in conversation these days.    Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash

"How long can humans live for?" says one editor. "120 is too young. Can we find some research for 140? What about 180?" ...   And yes, you'll find "research" talking up the future of our longevity,    But are we ready for it - and do we really want it?    Whilst most people aren't getting to 100, nor getting to 100 in good health, there is an untold story of social, emotional and mental challenge that a wildly increased longevity is yet to address.    Here's the most recent bit of clickbait from The Daily Mail. 

There's movement at the station in the alternative medical solutions to statins for high cholesterol (which more than 1.5 million Aussies are diagnosed with).    Hailed as a game-changer, we discuss whether such "medical breakthroughs" do anything to change our behaviour, or just give humanity another reason to believe in a "magic pill".    Do the true causes of high cholesterol ever get addressed, and how does the way we are "educated" by the media about such issues impact our behaviour?   We hope you enjoy this conversation on cholesterol, wonder drugs and media manipulation. 

It seems that we have done a full 180 degree turn since the rise of COVID.  Where it once felt that people who had COVID were the sickest of the sick, many businesses are now expecting their team to work from home whilst they have COVID.  Where has our empathy for illness gone? Has the word convalescence been removed from our dictionary and our behaviour? Damo has COVID for the third time - and even though he has had plenty of support - we discuss how society's behaviour has changed so much in a very short period of time.  Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya on Unsplash

Welcome to our 10th birthday episode of 100 Not Out! Whilst many of us would like to go back in time for a few moments, techpreneur Bryan Johnson wants his organs - all of them - to return to their 18yo selves. Click here to find out more.  Not only does he have a team of doctors to perform hundreds of procedures on him each year (some more invasive than others), he has an incredibly strict vegan diet (1977 calories to be exact) and a number of rituals to accompany his mission. It's not our cup of tea for how to make the rest of your life the best of your life, but that doesn't mean Bryan shouldn't be doing what he thinks is best for him. What do you think? And how does this shake your views on what it takes to age gracefully? You can email marcus@marcuspearce.com.au or damian@damiankristof.com with your response. Thanks for your support over these 10 years!

Around 20% of the population live with or are impacted by arthritis. What is it, why does it occur and how do we go about improving the health of our joints? There are hundreds of arthritides (forms of arthritis), and today we focus on osteoarthritis (the most common form of arthritis). From "wear and tear" to the undiagnosed and untreated incidents we've let develop over the years, we cover off all the major causes of osteoarthritis and discuss whether it's genetic, lifestyle driven, stress-related and so much more. Photo by Towfiqu barbhuiya on Unsplash

Australian Masters Games General Manager Jane Woodlands-Thompson joins us on 100 Not Out as we discuss what it takes to defy the stereotype of ageing in Australia. One of the biggest one-liners in society is around "slowing down" as we get older, but for the 10,000 legends who compete at the Australian Masters Games, they have no intention of slowing down at all. Held from the 7-14 of October in Adelaide this year, the Australian Masters Games is an incredible showcase of everything 100 Not Out is about. Ticking the boxes of movement, social engagement, growth and purpose, we can't wait to create a 100 Not Out team in the future and participate at such an incredible event. For now, we highly recommend you put a friendship group together and join thousands of like-minded souls at the Australian Masters Games. All the details at australianmastersgames.com

Part two of our fascinating conversation around chronic disease focuses on some of the limiting beliefs society has around ageing, genes, family history, and the quality of our future. So many of us have been conditioned to believe there's next to nothing we can do about our health because of the lives our parents lived. On this episode we discuss how genes really work, how important our lifestyle is to those genes expressing themselves, and why if we don't change our beliefs about fatalism and the ageing process, we simply end up on the stats that show 12+ years of morbidity. This is a fiery episode of 100 Not Out, we hope you enjoy! Photo by Sangharsh Lohakare on Unsplash

On this special two-part episode of 100 Not Out we explore the impact of chronic disease on longevity. The statistical truth is that chronic disease in the modern advanced world is not enough to stop someone living a long-time. But even with all the medication and treatment in the world, chronic disease creates a tidal wave of physical, financial, familial and emotional stress. So what are the main causes of chronic disease, and how can we prevent it as we go about our lives? FINAL CALL - Our group for our Longevity Experience to Ikaria must be finalised by Feb 28. If you are on the verge of joining us, please click here to book in a chat with Marcus, or go to 100notout.com for more information. Photo by National Cancer Institute on Unsplash

Peggy Muller has seen the arrival of electricity, town water, television and so much more. Peggy started milking cows when she was four and rode a horse to school. And today, at 105 years young, Peggy joined us over Zoom! Peggy's life is personified by her incredible full-time volunteering with the Salvation Army, which saw her receive the Exceptional Service Award in recognition of 75 years with the organisation. Peggy drops so many nuggets of wisdom in this episode - let us know what they are for you by clicking here and sending us an email. To learn more about Peggy click here   GREEK ISLAND LONGEVITY EXPERIENCE In case you missed it, we're off to Ikaria in June for the first time since 2019! Our Blue Zone Longevity Experience is back, and if you fancy joining us, go to 100notout.com for all the info and to apply.

So many people think Blue Zones and longevity and "Ageing well" is such a luxurious conversation ... Many people think longevity is a "wellness hack" you do by exercising, eating the latest diet and practicing mindfulness. But when you consider how terrible the final 12+ years of life is for most people, it's clear that longevity - and quality longevity - is not some luxury item, but an urgent life skill we must master. On Ikaria, the locals experience 80% less dementia, 50% less cancer and 20% less heart disease. Think of that for a moment. We go to Ikaria to experience how these people achieve these incredible results. And why a life free from dementia, cancer and heart disease is within our grasp too. Our group to Ikaria for this year's 10Day Longevity Experience in June must be finalised by February 28. At the time of publishing this podcast we have 4 spaces left. For all the details and to apply to join us, visit www.100notout.com or email marcus@marcuspearce.com.au

Clare Bothman has not only lived through multiple wars (like all centenarians), she has witnessed the introduction of "town" water, electricity, television, telephones, mobile phone, the internet, and so much more. It's quite incredible when you consider how much change can take place in 100 years. But most impressively is the way Clare has handled adversity in her life. Having grieved for her first husband and all three siblings (who all died from cancer), Clare knows a thing or too about living with grace whilst going through tough times. Enjoy this chat with another thriving centenarian in Clare Bothmann. For more info on Clare, you can read this article. IKARIA 2023 Longevity Experience Our 2023 Longevity Experience to Ikaria takes place June 12 to 21 - to find out more go to www.100notout.com  

This conversation might get you fired up for all the wrong reasons! How you prepare your food in the kitchen is a major part of the dining experience. Do you let people help you or are you one to fly solo? Is it loud and dramatic and messy and everywhere ... or is calm, measured and contained in your kitchen? Chances are you married or are in love with someone who runs a kitchen completeley differently to you! So this episode is like Love Languages and personalities for the everyday cook! We also chat about how to cook for guests, how long leftovers last for and much much more! IKARIA 2023 We are off to Ikaria in June for our 100 Not Out Longevity Experience. If you'd like to find out more and to apply to join us, please visit www.100notout.com Photo by Scott Umstattd on Unsplash

Bessie Hendricks was America's oldest women up until her recent death at 115 years young. Bessie's life left behind multiple clues on what it takes to age gracefully. From gardening and a love of nature to the presence of family and an optimistic attitiude - Bessie Hendricks defies the "fad diet" "bio hack" approach to longevity and instead brings us back to our roots of what is required to live a great, long life. You can find out more about Bessie here or through a quick Google. Rest in peace, Bessie. Image Copyright Messenger News  

Captain Christmas, also known as Damo, didn't have the Christmas Day he expected. And after some self-labelled "stinking thinking", Damo shared his experiences and the importance of mental "flexibility" for when things don't go to plan. On episode 510 of 100 Not Out we talk about dealing with the unexpected, both in the short and long term, the difference between acute experiences and chronic conditions, and the way to navigate our days and lives when the unexpected comes our way. It feels prophetic - hopefully not too much - but perhaps this episode needs to be kept in a safe place for when challenge comes our way. IKARIA 2023 - We are THRILLED to be returning to the Greek ISland of Ikaria in 2023. To find out all about our 100 Not Out Mediterranean Longevity Experience, go to 100notout.com or click here. Photo by jana müller on Unsplash

Most of us are pretty good at slowing down over Christmas and the New Year break ... but what about when the year warms up and gets back into a "normal" rhythm? The art of slowing down is by no means finite. Every one of us has ways and strategies to slow down that don't "work" for others. The key is knowing what it takes for you to find calm, chill and relaxation. IKARIA 2023 IS COMING! Our Longevity Experience to Ikaria resumes for the first time since 2019 this JUNE! Join us from June 12-21 on the Island Where People Forget To Die - all the details and application form lives at 100.notout.com Photo by Randall Ruiz on Unsplash

What's going to be big in the longevity and wellness space in 2023? What do you need to look out for in relation to diet, supplements, movement and other trends? We do ths episode every year and it's one of our favourites to look back on! We think we get it pretty close to the mark every time ... this year - We discuss the maturity of the vegan diet ... How the public is wisening up to biohacking How megadosing is becoming uncool How movement trends will be more in line with our ageing population - think strength and lengthen programs. And so much more! Here's wishing you an incredible 2023, and if you'd like to schedule a major highlight in your year ahead, be sure to check out our Greek Island Longevity Experience to Ikaria. We're there from June 12-21. All the details at www.100notout.com Photo by Adnan Mistry on Unsplash

What to eat at Christmas time has become more complicated than ever! So who do you turn to when in doubt? Damian Kristof of course! On this episode Damo shares his full Christmas menu, from his Christmas Eve drink of choice all the way through to Boxing Day. We also discuss on this episode the art of eating well, and not getting too caught up in what gets consumed around Christmas time. This is not a time for judgey judgey, but more a time for lovey-dovey. Merry Christmas to all of you, our 100 Not Out supporters! Photo by Michele Purin on Unsplash

Financial stress, overeating, social awks and major melodrama - isn't Christmas meant to be the most "fun, fabulous time of the year"? For many, this is not the case at all! On this episode we talk about a range of Christmas related topics, but at the end Damo shares his 5 simple, yet very effective tips for winning at Christmas! They're so simple you could even brush them off, but if you find it hard to get into the spirit of Christmas, let Australia's #1 ticketholder to the festive season guide the way for you. 2023 EVENTS - We are going BACK to Ikaria in 2023 for the first time in FOUR years! To find out more and to apply to join us, go to 100notout.com

Ageing is "in" according to Julia Fox (if you don't know who she is, click here), and anti-ageing is OUT! “Just to let you guys know, aging is fully in—like fully,” Fox said in a recent TikTok video. “And if I see another project that says ‘anti-aging’ on the label, I’m suing. I’m going to sue because I’m gonna age regardless of if I put the fucking $500 serum on my face. And you all fucking know it, and we fucking know it, so let’s stop lying to ourselves. Getting old is fucking hot. It's sexy. It's probably the sexiest time in life, actually, because being pretty and hot in your twenties is the fucking trenches, okay? And I'm not going back there.” So, whether you're 32 (like Fox) or 22 or 42 or 92 ... the idea which Fox promotes so well is to give up on the idea of "anti" ageing. Whilst we can all fall into the ideal of "looking" younger than we really are, trying to "stop" a process that is natural and unstoppable is bordering on the ridiculous (and let's be honest, creates waves of anxiety across the glo