HealthSpan Lab

Your heart starts aging long before you notice. By the time symptoms appear, decades of silent damage may already be done. Dr. Amela Jusic, a genomics expert and translational research scientist, reveals why cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, and how we can shift to proactive prevention. From childhood habits that predict lifelong heart health to microRNA biomarke...

Could a single hospital stay accelerate brain aging by a decade? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Benjamin Dodsworth , co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Pipra , to uncover the hidden epidemic of delirium—a condition that doesn't just complicate surgeries but fundamentally alters the trajectory of your long-term cognitive health. While the longevity community often focuses on diet...

Want to age with strength and vitality? Join us as we explore the science of healthy aging with Dr. Anna Erat, sports physician and Harvard Medical School graduate.  We uncover the most important predictors of longevity and break down how to adapt your workout for your 30s, 40s, and beyond, with practical tips on injury prevention and managing hormonal changes. Learn how sports medicine can optimi...

Why do so many groundbreaking health tech innovations struggle to reach the market—and the patients who need them most? And just as importantly: what kind of healthcare future lies ahead of us? To close out Season 2 of The HealthSpan Lab , I invited Romy Benninga, MSc, BCMAS , to help unpack the complex journey from scientific discovery to real-world impact—and explore the innovations shaping the...

In this episode, Filippo Nigro, co-founder of YOU(th), joins us to explore how AI-powered health screening is making preventive care more accessible. YOU(th) is pioneering smartphone-based health tracking, using facial video, voice recordings, and eye scans to monitor key biomarkers in under two minutes—without the need for expensive lab tests. Filippo shares his journey from longevity enthusiast...

In this episode, Gaia Salizzoni, co-founder of Hale, joins us to explore the world of FemTech and its role in addressing women’s health challenges. Hale is on a mission to diagnose and manage chronic pelvic pain—an issue affecting one in four women yet often overlooked due to cultural stigmas and medical gaps. Gaia shares how Hale is bridging this divide by combining education, community support,...

In this episode, Christopher Wall–pharmacist, PhD researcher at EPFL and founder of Maven Health–shares a new approach to metabolic health monitoring using saliva-based testing. Together with his co-founder Kevin, Chris has turned their combined 11 years of research into a practical tool that analyzes 47 metabolites to assess metabolic wellbeing. During our conversation, we explore why saliva coul...

Short summary of Season 1 episodes, where I share a few highlights and learnings from each conversation. You will also hear a sneak peak about what to expect in Season 2. Enjoy listening!

Virginia Gambardella is an entrepreneur, influencer, and author of the book ‘ Un Anno Per Rinascere ’. I witnessed the evolution of Virginia through the years, and it is a pleasure to have the chance to share her truly inspiring story in this conversation about health at 360° .  Enjoy listening!

In this episode, my guest is Maribel Cortés—a former ballet dancer and lifelong learner of methods to improve the body’s flexibility . Together, we’ll explore different stretching techniques, including the Feldenkrais method , which is able to raise physical and psychological awareness during movements . Maribel is also an example of how you fix chronic discomforts through regular mobility exercis...

In this episode, my guest is Jemima Cooper —founder, triathlon athlete, and former Investment Banking Analyst at JP Morgan. We will explore how sport influences your psychology and shape your brain . Jemima’s journey from classical ballet to JP Morgan also shows how your passion for sports can inform recruiters and business partners about your attitude. Get ready to listen and be inspired !

In this episode, my guest is Sandra Egloff—member of the 100 Marathons Swiss Club who is now pursuing her goal of running 52 marathons in 52 weeks . We will discuss the journey from couch to her first marathon , and explore the preparation needed to run consecutive marathons injury-free. Sandra’s story exemplifies how initial goals can gradually evolve, and how running can become a way to make new...