The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Why Our Obsession With Living Longer Has Gone Too Far

The Last Word with Matt Cooper

Show Notes

Seamus O’Mahony, author of 'The Longevity Delusion', joins The Last Word to discuss the vast pseudo-medical longevity industry which promises to 'cure' old age and cheat death. After investigating the science behind this billion dollar industry, O'Mahony, a retired gastroenterologist, concludes that it doesn't live up to the hype. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page!

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