In this week’s newsletter

✅ Detailed show notes for episode 11 with Emil Kendziorra. ✅ A cryonics thought experiment. ✅ The remarkable case of Anna Bågenholm.  ✅ ”Longevity researchers are more and more switching to cryopreservation.” ✅ LEVITY is now certified as a Vitalist Organization.

Before we begin in earnest, a press release:

We are excited to announce that the LEVITY podcast and newsletter has officially been Certified as a Vitalist Organization by the Vitalism Foundation!

At LEVITY, we believe that achieving indefinite lifespans requires bold ideas and an unfiltered approach to the challenges of aging. Our podcast, co-hosted by Patrick Linden and Peter Ottsjö, dives deep into the science, societal shifts, and breakthroughs needed to make radical life extension a reality. We are fully aligned with the Vitalist Declaration, advocating for a massive reallocation of resources to solve aging and death.

This certification is a testament to our commitment to expanding the conversation about longevity. Unlike other podcasts that focus on incremental improvements, LEVITY aims to bring the conversation back to the core challenge - ending aging entirely. We’re proud to stand alongside other Vitalist organizations in advancing the global effort to defeat aging and inspire collective action.

Here’s what Patrick Linden, co-host of LEVITY Longevity Podcast, had to say about this milestone:

“Vitalism gives us a chance to reach decision-makers who can reallocate the resources needed to solve aging. By joining this movement, we hope to amplify our message and push for the focus we need to achieve indefinite lifespans.”

With this certification, we are eager to continue educating a wider audience, hosting leading experts, and promoting the vision of a future where death from aging is no longer inevitable.

Learn more about our certification and mission:

Thank you for being a part of our journey as we work to change the way the world thinks about aging and life extension.

The 10-day sleep - a prelude to my presentation of Emil Kendziorra

Let’s do a thought experiment.

Imagine you've received the news that you have exactly one day left to live. The doctors are certain – tomorrow will be your last day. However, you're presented with an unusual choice:

Option A: Traditional end

You can choose the conventional path – either burial or cremation after your death. Your story will end as most human stories have ended throughout history.

Option B: The 10-day sleep

Alternatively, you're offered something unprecedented: cryopreservation for exactly 10 days, after which you're guaranteed to wake up completely healthy, with your memories and personality intact. You would essentially skip those 10 days of existence, similar to dreamless sleep, and continue your life afterward.

What would you choose?

I’ll hazard a guess: you’ll probably go for option B.

And if you're willing to accept a 10-day gap in your existence, why not consider longer periods?

What makes 100 days fundamentally different from 10? Why not 1,000 days? Why not 100 years?

If we accept that the continuity of consciousness can be interrupted for 10 days without compromising our identity or sense of self, what basis do we have for rejecting longer periods?

Many people immediately dismiss cryopreservation as weird, unnatural or even creepy. But let's examine this reaction:

• We regularly accept being unconscious during surgery.

• We trust doctors to restart our hearts after they've stopped.

• We're comfortable with organ transplants and life support.

• We routinely preserve cells, embryos, and tissues through cryopreservation.

If you would accept a medically-induced coma to save your life, why not cryopreservation? The only real difference is the temperature and duration.

Something to think about.

Introduction to Emil Kendziorra and The Complete Guide to Cryonics

When I first met Emil Kendziorra at the Longevity Biotech Fellowship retreat in Sweden back in January of this year, I found myself captivated by his ability to explain every aspect of cryopreservation for hours. His deep knowledge, combined with his remarkable skill in communicating complex ideas, made me realize this conversation needed to reach a broader audience.

In this comprehensive episode, Emil, CEO of Tomorrow Bio, takes us through the fascinating world of cryopreservation, leaving no stone unturned. We explore:

• The science behind cryopreservation and how it differs from simple freezing

• The history of cryonics and its evolution into modern cryopreservation

• Step-by-step details of the preservation process

• The logistics of emergency response and stabilization

• Long-term storage solutions and safety measures

• The challenges and possibilities of future revival

• Ethical considerations and philosophical implications

• The current state of research and future developments

• Practical aspects of signing up and funding

• Common misconceptions and concerns

Whether you're curious about cryopreservation as a backup plan for longevity or simply interested in understanding this fascinating field, this episode provides a comprehensive overview of what might just be our best bridge to a longer-lived future.

A detailed overview of the episode