100 Not Out

This week it’s all about the social, including the challenges and joys of context shifting in work and life, and the importance of being present with the people around us.  After a heavy travel load, we share personal stories from event-filled weeks, discuss the importance of career fulfillment as a way to manage and appreciate the differences in people, and reflect on the role relationships and a...

Embracing Spontaneity: How Aging Attitudes and Travel Plans Are Changing in 2026   Today’s conversation dives into the ever-evolving landscape of planning.  On the back of the announcement that we are going back to Europe in September to run two Longevity Experiences (click here for Ikaria and here for Sardinia ), we discuss how this never would have happened back in 2019.  Long haul travel and sp...

In this episode, the conversation gets personal. Marcus opens up about his experience with scoliosis - both in himself and his daughter - and reflects on the ongoing balance between rehabilitation, strength, and self-care. Together, the hosts explore how to prioritize different areas of health and wellness when time and energy are limited, the significance of addressing small issues before they gr...

What does it mean to embrace risk as we get older? From long-haul travel to the stories of our recent guest Chris Hobson - who has run over a hundred marathons post-retirement— and lessons from longevity legends like Sister Madonna Buder, we dive deep into the importance of not letting fear or "playing it safe" shrink your world.    Whether it's keeping the spark alive with coffee, wine, and choco...

Today we meet a woman who completely rewrote the script on ageing.   After retiring from her career as a school headteacher at age 60, Chris Hobson didn’t slow down — she sped up. What began as a commitment to get healthier in retirement turned into a decade-long adventure that saw her complete more than 100 marathons across all seven continents.   And at 69 years old, Chris achieved something ext...

Today’s guest is Ken Harris - a former chef whose career in hospitality began back in 1971, when becoming a chef in Australia was far from the glamorous or popular career path it can seem today. Over decades in the kitchen, Ken worked with people from all over the world, built a long career in hospitality, and worked in places including the Hyatt at Sydney’s Kings Cross and the Hilton Hotel.  But...

Today Marcus shares his recent experience with strength training, nutrition changes, and his very first DEXA scan. We then put the spotlight on Damo as we ask him everything around body fat percentage, bone density, metabolic rate, and the often-overlooked dangers of visceral fat.  Damo provides his expert insights on measuring health progress, the impact of macronutrients, and why sustainable cha...

We had the recent exhilarating experience of going go karting with residents from Aveo Bayview Gardens — a retirement village defying all stereotypes about growing older.  With drivers as old as 87 burning rubber like Piastri, our time with this wonderful was another reminder that age is truly just a number. Through stories of competition, community, connection, and courage, we share what it truly...

This week we celebrate the milestone 100th birthday of legendary broadcaster David Attenborough and discuss the inspiring lives of celebrity centenarians like Dick Van Dyke. We reflect on how these remarkable individuals serve as mentors for positive aging, the importance of optimism and purpose, and the power of growing through life’s challenges. And just how good is it when good news takes over...

This week we finally dig into a topic close to our hearts – and our dirty hands: gardening. Inspired by Damo’s love of gardening and more than a decade of visiting the European Blue Zones of Ikaria and Sardinia, we explore why gardening is touted by Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner as the number one longevity exercise. From tales of tomato triumphs and generational gardening wisdom to the mental, p...

Today we review the last two episodes on the modern landscaping of health testing. We’ve been joined by Dr Nik Alexopoulos from Everlab, and on this episode we discuss how our views on health, responsibility, and longevity have matured, while also acknowledging that many still make poor lifestyle choices. The chat dives into the importance of personal responsibility in health, the need for systemi...

Today we are joined once again by Dr. Nik Alexopoulos, Medical lead at Everlab, for a deep dive into the practical side of health data, longevity, and wellness testing. Building on last week’s discussion about the explosion of health data and the potential for overwhelm, today we shift focus to actionable solutions – exploring how often you should test, interpreting data with context, and managing...

Dr. Nik Alexopoulos is a preventive health and lifestyle medicine specialist, and the Medical Lead for Exercise & Physical Performance at Everlab. At a time when we’re seeing a huge rise in health testing, personalised data, and the global focus on longevity, Nik is right at the forefront – with a determination to help people make sense of it all. Today we tackle the rapidly evolving world of...

Introverts, Extroverts & Friendships over time How do friendships change in both nature and meaning as we get older? From navigating the differences between family and friends, to the importance of having multiple social circles and learning how to invest in quality relationships, there’s no doubt that the art of making friends is more important than ever – no matter what age we are. We discus...

Today we dive into the real-life challenges and insights around conscious lifestyle changes—especially when it comes to the habits we form over time, like alcohol, snacks, and the ever-present changes in body composition. We both explore how old behaviors can subtly undermine our progress. We discuss the science behind calorie deficits, the social rituals of eating and drinking, and discuss why ca...

Today the conversation dives into the realities of growing older and staying active. Marcus opens up about his own fitness journey—his push for strength, his humorous mishap with a groin injury, and the constant struggle to balance being “strong” with being “long” (or flexible). Damo as always brings his wisdom, sharing practical insights on stretching, injury prevention, and why “negative gains”...

This week, we're celebrating 13 phenomenal years of mastering the art of aging well together. From humble beginnings recording our first episodes in 2012 to reaching episode 676, it's been a wild ride! Today we're reflecting on the 13 most important longevity lessons we've learned along the way. We dive into everything from how our thoughts on nutrition have evolved, to why social connections ofte...

This week, we’re together in Melbourne to celebrate an incredible milestone—13 years and 675 episodes dedicated to mastering the art of aging well. As we reminisce about our journey, we dive into both the highlights and controversies that have shaped the wellness and longevity movement over the past decade . We reflect on major wellness debates and headline-grabbing moments, including figures like...

Today we revisit the timeless wisdom of the late Dr. Walter Bortz—a true pioneer in longevity science – and alumni of the podcast who joined us on  episode 5 ! Drawing inspiration from Bortz’s book, “The Roadmap to 100,” we break down his 14 enduring principles for a long, vibrant life. From the necessity of movement and the power of mindset, to the importance of purpose, connection, and even cele...

This week, we share an upcoming major milestone— 100 Not Out soon turns 13 years young as a podcast— we’re entering teenagehood! We dive into the importance of breaking ageing stereotypes – no matter your age – as well as the realities of setting achievable fitness targets when society encourages sedentary living. We discuss the value of incremental progress, and why those sustainable changes ofte...

This recent article on the journalist’s parents who are ageing well has provoked a conversation on what it takes to be a “super ager” in today’s world. The terms is now used to define people who are ageing gracefuly and not buying into the ageing stereotype.  The question is - are you a super ager and if not, what can you do to put yourself in that category? These six “secrets” are a good place to...

Today we take on one of the biggest controversies to shake the health and longevity world: the fallout from Dr. Peter Attia’s connection to Jeffrey Epstein . With over 1700 emails exchanged—some vulgar and indefensible—we discuss how this impacts the trust people place in health professionals, the role of the media in holding those in power accountable, and how personal behavior can irreparably da...

This week, we dive deep into the art of truly living—no matter our age. Inspired by a powerful quote from Patricia Cornwell’s crime fiction series Scarpetta we unpack why it’s so easy to slip into comfort, how delaying our dreams until retirement can leave us disappointed, and why actively embracing change matters now more than ever.  We share personal stories about creating the “good old days” wi...

Today we explore what it really means to slow down in  2026, savor quality time with those we love, and how adopting some European traditions could help us bring more joy and meaning to our often rushed and stressful Australian gatherings. With a European Christmas as the backdrop, Damo shares stories of candlelit fir trees, freshly fallen snow, and leisurely family days. We open up about the beau...

This week we dive straight into one of the biggest nutritional shake-ups of the decade: the introduction of America’s inverse food pyramid. With a fresh perspective (and a touch of jetlag), we break down what this new model means for our understanding of a “healthy” diet, why the pendulum has swung towards animal protein and whole foods, and how grains have found themselves at the smallest tip ins...