What if our assumptions about aging—and even about the limits of the human lifespan—are more restrictive than they need to be?
In this episode of the Living to 100 Club, Dr. Joe Casciani welcomes James Strole, founder of the Coalition for Radical Life Extension and co-founder of RAADfest, the annual gathering devoted to advances in longevity science. James has spent decades exploring the possibilities of extending human life and challenging conventional beliefs about aging, decline, and mortality.
The conversation examines the rapidly evolving field of longevity science, including research into gene therapy and other approaches aimed at slowing or potentially reversing aspects of biological aging. But James’ vision extends beyond biology. In his newest book, The Gospel of Longevity, he explores the intersection of modern longevity science with deeper spiritual teachings about human potential and our relationship with life and death.
Joe and James also explore an important psychological question: Are too many people spending their later years simply trying to maintain what they have—or, as James describes it, living in “survival mode”? What is the “trauma of survival,” and what happens when we begin imagining later life in terms of possibility rather than inevitable decline?
This is a conversation about longevity, mindset, science, spirituality, and a provocative possibility: whether the boundaries we place around aging and lifespan may someday look very different from those we accept today.
Mini Bio
James Strole is the Executive Director of the Coalition for Radical Life Extension, which is the producer of RAADfest, the largest global event of its kind. James is also the Co-Founder and Co-Director of People Unlimited, an organization that supports people interested in unlimited lifespans. Author of the book “The Gospel of Longevity”, James is a visionary anti-death activist and community builder who has spoken and written on radical life extension and physical immortality for over four decades. He has dedicated his life to challenging death-oriented beliefs and practices, and has coached thousands of people in living an ageless lifestyle to achieve healthier, fuller, more vibrant lives. He has appeared on numerous TV shows both domestically and abroad, and has spoken to audiences on four continents.
For Our Listeners
Our Guest’s Website: People Unlimited Inc.
Our Guest’s Latest Book: The Gospel of Longevity