The Aging Well Podcast

What if aging is not a process of inevitable decline, but a lifelong invitation to transformation? Inspired by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin's Seven Stages of Suffering, the ancient wisdoms of Kabbalah, and the SPIES model of well-centered fitness, Dr. Jeff Armstrong introduces The Seven Stages of Aging Well. Rather than viewing the challenges of aging as obstacles to overcome, this episode explo...

What if the biggest obstacle to living longer and better isn't doing too little—but trying to do too much? Many people pursuing longevity have become trapped in an endless cycle of supplements, testing, biohacks, and optimization strategies, yet still feel tired, overwhelmed, or no healthier than before. Ramona Roemer and Andreas Heigl, co-founders of VIMED CELL and authors of Unlongevity , ar...

Most people spend decades preparing financially for retirement, yet few prepare for what comes next emotionally. Leaving a career often means losing daily structure, professional identity, and a sense of purpose—challenges that can profoundly influence health and well-being. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Gregg Lunceford, Managing Director at Mesirow and author of Exit from Wor...

Can the foods we eat dramatically influence how well we age? According to Dr. Joel Fuhrman, the answer is a resounding yes. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Dr. Joel Fuhrman, a board-certified family physician, seven-time New York Times bestselling author, and pioneer in nutritional medicine, to explore how nutritional excellence can help prevent—and in...

Sleep isn't just something that happens—it’s a skill that can be developed. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes neurologist and sleep specialist Dr. Chris Winter to explore why consistency may matter more than simply getting eight hours of sleep. From the growing phenomenon of "revenge bedtime procrastination" to the science of circadian rhythms, re...

For years, The Aging Well Podcast has emphasized six evidence-based pillars of healthy aging: exercise and physical activity, maintaining a healthy body composition, a healthy diet, not smoking, sleep hygiene, and social connectedness. Together, these behaviors are strongly associated with longer life, reduced disease risk, and improved quality of life. But is there a missing pillar? In this episo...

How do we help children understand dementia without creating fear or confusion? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes author, filmmaker, and dementia advocate Evan Bass Zeisel to discuss his children's book, How to Play With a Grandma . Drawing on his work in dementia research, interactive theater, and storytelling, Evan shares practical ways families can help...

What if the greatest obstacle to aging well isn't physical decline, but the way we perceive ourselves and the world around us? In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes Pratiqk Jaani, founder of the Dhrasti Method and author of Dhrasti! The Perception , for a conversation about perception, conditioning, consciousness, and the pursuit of lasting wholeness. Drawing from his own journey throug...

Walking is one of the most accessible forms of exercise, but are we overlooking its full potential? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong welcomes Dr. Jacques MoraMarco and Dr. Yun Kim, co-authors of Walking Your Way to Vitality . Drawing from decades of experience in Traditional East Asian Medicine, Tai Chi, qigong, acupuncture, and mindfulness, they explore how walking c...

Most people assume that if their annual physical comes back normal, they are healthy. But what if traditional lab work misses important clues about metabolic health, hormone function, inflammation, and biological aging? In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong speaks with Michael Zaghikian, Co-Founder and Clinical Strategist at Evolve Anti-Aging & Wellness, about the growing field of biological opt...

For decades, psychedelics were associated primarily with youth culture, countercultural movements, and experimental exploration. Today, however, a growing number of older adults are revisiting—or discovering for the first time—the potential of psychedelics as tools for healing, personal growth, meaning-making, and emotional well-being. In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong speaks with journalist and...

Leucine is often celebrated as one of the most important nutrients for healthy aging. As a key amino acid involved in muscle protein synthesis, leucine helps preserve strength, mobility, and independence — all critical factors for aging well. But emerging longevity research suggests the story may be more complicated. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong and cohost Corbin...

In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by Thomas Attig, one of the most influential voices in modern grief studies. An applied philosopher, educator, and internationally recognized grief counselor, Tom has spent decades helping mourners, caregivers, healthcare professionals, and counselors better understand the grieving process. He is the author of several landmark books on bereavement, inc...

Modern food culture gives us access to almost anything at any time of year. But just because we can eat strawberries in winter or ultra-processed foods every season does not mean our biology evolved for it. Building off a recent conversation with Dr. John Douillard (Episode 403) that include the benefits of seasonal eating and a previous Episode 404 on organ meats as a “multivitamin for carnivores...

What does it truly mean to help people age with dignity in a rapidly changing healthcare landscape? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong sit downs with Dr. Jeffrey Farber, President and CEO of The New Jewish Home and former Chief Medical Officer and Senior Vice President for Population Health at Mount Sinai Health System. Dr. Farber shares how innovative programs, emergin...

Fatigue, brain fog, poor recovery, chronic inflammation, and many age-related diseases may appear unrelated on the surface — but what if they share a common biological root? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with research engineer, longevity advocate, and MyVitalC founder Chris Burres to explore the role of oxidative stress, inflammation, and mitochondrial fu...

What if the key to aging well is not found in shortcuts, hacks, or comfort — but in consistently choosing what is difficult, meaningful, and transformative? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong is joined by four-time World Weightlifting Champion, author, poet, and wellness educator, Jerzy Gregorek. From surviving alcoholism and political exile in Poland to becoming a worl...

What if aging is not a slow unraveling—but an upward movement into deeper wholeness? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong and Corbin Bruton explore the idea of “aging as ascension rather than decline.” Drawing on the SPIES model (Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, and Social fitness), they reframe the second half of life as a period of integration, purpose, and...

Stress is often treated as a feeling, but what if it is also a measurable biological force shaping disease, pain, inflammation, and the aging process itself? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , rheumatologist and Inmedix CEO Dr. Andrew Holman joins Dr Armstrong to explore the emerging science of stress biology and the autonomic nervous system. Drawing from more than 25 years in rheumatolog...

What if much of the pain, stiffness, and physical decline we associate with aging is not inevitable? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong’s guest is posture expert and author Esther Gokhale, founder of the Gokhale Method and author of 8 Steps to a Pain-Free Back . Drawing from decades of research into traditional cultures where older adults remain active, mobile, and larg...

What if the greatest threat to aging well isn’t decline—but stagnation? In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong explores a powerful metaphor from C. S. Lewis that challenges us to confront a difficult truth: we cannot remain who we are and still become who we are meant to be. Drawing from a Carpe Momento reflection, this conversation introduces the SPIES framework—Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Em...

As America’s aging population grows, so does a quieter epidemic: loneliness. While medications are often the first response to depression and anxiety in older adults, many experts are asking whether the deeper issue is not simply chemistry — but disconnection. In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong and Corbin Bruton sit down with Dr. Elisa Gil-Pires, Medical Director at Cha...

In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast, Dr. Jeff Armstrong and Corbin Bruton critically examine the six foundational exercises recommended by Dane Miller of Garage Strength ( https://youtu.be/4KNi3a2OEUI?si=FIpIEa2P_HH9zNzi ). These movements are designed to build strength, power, and athletic performance—but how well do they translate to the goals of longevity and aging well? Dr. Armstrong and...

What if laughter is more than entertainment? What if it is medicine, connection, spirituality, and even a pathway to aging well? In this episode of The Aging Well Podcast , Dr. Jeff Armstrong’s guest is Rabbi and stand-up comedian Bob Alper — the world’s only practicing clergyman doing stand-up comedy intentionally. With decades of experience as both a congregational rabbi and internationally tour...

What does it mean not just to live longer — but to live more fully? In this episode, Dr. Jeff Armstrong sits down with Becky Blue, author of Turning: The Magic and Mystery of More Days , to explore the deeper work of becoming whole over time. Drawing from her personal journey and reflections on transformation, Rebecca shares how pivotal life transitions can become invitations — not just to change...