212 Beyond the Fountain of Youth with Julian Gershon MD
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
Release Date: 06/09/2025
001 Welcome to Growing Older Living Younger
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
"The choices you make, your thoughts, what you eat, how you move, how you interact with others, can change your aging at the cellular level.' (Gillian Lockitch) Welcome to Growing Older, Living Younger (GOLY), the podcast where you will discover ways to boost your metabolism, enhance your mental and physical energy, and ward off disorders we wrongly think are inevitable as we age. Your host, Dr. Gillian Lockitch, evolved her personal road map to aging youthfully during her rehabilitation from emergency spinal surgery following a series of catastrophic life...
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226 Fetal Consciousness and the Biology of Belief with Steve Pasin
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
In this provocative and eye-opening episode of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Dr. Steve Pasin, author of Taming the Fetal Tyrant and Its Ancestral Delusional Love Stories. They explore how belief systems and emotional imprints formed in utero influence stress, illness, and the aging process. Steve unpacks his theory of fetal megalomania, the cultural conditioning of consciousness, and why truth-based thinking may hold the key to reversing decline. If you’re curious about how your earliest thoughts may still shape your health and longevity, this...
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225 Epigenetics and Bioinformatics: Crating Your N-of-One Wellness Blueprint with Daniel Tausan MSc
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
In this episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch speaks with Dr. Daniel Tausan, a stem cell biologist turned health consultant, who shares how his innovative work with Timeline Sciences is reshaping the future of healthy aging. Dr. Tausan explains how advanced blood panels, bioinformatics, and a personalized "N of One" approach can help individuals understand their biological age and optimize their health strategies. They explore the practical applications of personalized health timelines, the significance of lung function, the role of fascia and connective tissue, and the potential for reversing...
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224 Mushrooms, Chocolate and Olive Oil: Keys to Healthy Longevity with Mark J Smith PhD
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
In this episode, Dr. Mark J. Smith shares actionable insights from Paleo for Life, the book he co-authored with Trevor Connor, to help you align your nutrition and fitness choices with your biology. From dark chocolate and mushrooms to olive oil and other nutrient-dense foods, Dr. Smith explores how ancestral nutrition and longevity nutrients can extend your healthspan. He also touches on his approach to physicality through sprint interval training Whether you're new to the Paleo lifestyle or optimizing for later-life vitality, you’ll walk away with practical tools to...
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223 The ABCs of Aging Safely, Wisely and Well with C. Vicki Gold PT, MA
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
In this highly practical episode, Dr. Gillian Lockitch welcomes Vicki Gold, a retired physical therapist who shares decades of wisdom on how to age safely, wisely, and well. Drawing from her own journey and her work with older adults, Vicki introduces two transformative ABC frameworks—Alignment, Breathing, and Centering for physical vitality, and Attitudes, Beliefs, and Commitment for personal growth. Together, Gillian and Vicki explore the risks of rushing, the power of posture, the role of mindful breathing, and how even small shifts in self-talk can lead to greater confidence and...
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222 Aging Redefined: Reversing Your Biological Clock wth Mark Sherwood ND.
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
Dr. Mark Sherwood joins Dr. Gillian Lockitch to discuss the possibility of aging with strength, clarity, and intention. He explores how epigenetics, mindset, and spiritual alignment shape our health span far more than genetics alone. From hydrogen therapy and antioxidant support to biological clock testing and emotional resilience, Dr. Sherwood shares real-world tools that have helped patients reverse their biological age and regain vitality. This conversation will inspire listeners to become active participants in their own longevity journey—empowered by science, faith, and...
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221 Doshas, Detox and Longevity; Ayurveda and Epigenetics with Jonathan Glass
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
In episode 221 of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr. Jonathan Glass shares how Ayurveda and Chinese medicine offer timeless guidance for vibrant aging. A naturopathic doctor and Ayurvedic expert, Jonathan explains how understanding your unique dosha—or mind-body type—can unlock energy, restore balance, and guide personalized wellness choices. We explore the connection between ancient practices and modern science like epigenetics, and how regular cleansing, subtle practices like mantra and breathwork, and thoughtful food choices support longevity and brain-body vitality. Dr. Jonathan Glass...
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220 Heart Transplantee to Healer: Regenerative Medicine Breakthroughs with Mark Durante
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
In Episode 220 of the Growing Older, Living Younger podcast, Dr. Gillian Lockitch talks with Mark Durante, heart transplant survivor and founder of Rize Up Medical. Mark reveals how regenerative therapies like stem cells, exosomes, and PRP transformed his life when nothing else worked. He shares the RIZE Method—a powerful framework for health and longevity—and explains why personalized medicine is the future for healthy longevity. Episode Timeline 0:00 – Podcast Introduction Dr. Gillian Lockitch introduces the 2025 theme: “Age is just a number,” and...
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219 Breath, Bladder and the Brain: Rethinking Urination and Aging Gracefully with Dr. Nicole Fleischmann
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
Is your pelvic floor holding you back — literally? This week on the Growing Older Living Younger podcast, Dr. Nicole Fleischmann joins Dr. Gillian Lockitch to shatter the myths surrounding women’s pelvic health. Discover why “the second mouth” — your pelvic floor — is key to nervous system regulation, continence, and vitality as you age. Learn how pushing to pee could be damaging your body, why Kegels might not be the answer, and how a simple sniff can reconnect you with your core. This is a must-listen episode for every woman over 40 who wants to age with grace,...
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218 Beyond Lifespan: Why Healthspan is your Real Goal! with Dr. William Hsu
Growing Older Living Younger: About longevity, wellness, healthspan,
In Episode 218 OF GROWING OLDER LIVING YOUNGER, Dr. William Hsu, endocrinologist and Chief Medical Officer at L Nutra, joins Dr. Gillian Lockitch to explore the science behind fasting mimicking diets (FMD) and how they may lower biological age, fight chronic disease, and boost metabolic health. You’ll hear how simple lifestyle interventions, when structured and supported, can trigger the body’s natural repair systems—and why healthspan, not just lifespan, should be the goal of aging well. Dr. William Hsu is a Harvard-trained endocrinologist who spent 20 years at Harvard’s Joslin...
info_outlineIn episode 212 of Growing Older Living Younger, Dr. Gillian Lockitch welcomes Dr. Julian Gershon Jr., a triple board-certified physician in family medicine, sports medicine, and anti-aging and regenerative medicine. Dr. Gershon is the author of Beyond the Fountain of Youth, a compelling guide to optimizing vitality, preventing age-related decline, and redefining what it means to grow older.
Drawing on over two decades of clinical experience and personal practice, Dr. Gershon shares how his own transformation as an aging athlete led him into the field of regenerative medicine. Together, he and Dr. Lockitch explore powerful, science-backed strategies that can enhance both lifespan and healthspan—the years we live well. From hormone optimization to peptide therapies and red light treatments, Dr. Gershon explains how these tools support cellular health, fight inflammation, and reverse the effects of environmental toxins. He addresses common myths about hormone replacement, especially in women with a history of hormone-sensitive cancers, and explains the critical differences between synthetic and natural hormone therapies. This episode also dives into emerging regenerative solutions like peptides (BPC-157, AOD-9604, and more), red light therapy for pain and skin rejuvenation, and the foundational role of nutrition and micronutrient support. Aligning with the Growing Older Living Younger concept, Dr. Gershon emphasizes that many symptoms of “normal aging” are in fact avoidable and often reversible—if we are willing to become proactive students of our own biology.
Listeners will also appreciate the discussion on the importance of mindset, self-talk, and spiritual and emotional resilience in aging well. Dr. Gershon and Dr. Lockitch share their personal insights on living with purpose, managing stress, and embracing daily rituals that uplift the body and the mind. Whether you're in your 40s or your 80s, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and empowering wisdom to help you live younger, longer. Discover how regenerative medicine, lifestyle changes, and belief in your body's potential can transform the way you age.
Episode Timeline:
00:00 – Introduction to the Podcast
Welcome and overview of this week’s focus: healthspan vs lifespan and regenerative aging
3:09 – Meet Dr. Julian Gershon
Dr. Gershon shares his background in sports medicine and his evolution into anti-aging medicine
3:51 – The Core Message of Beyond the Fountain of Youth
Longevity is attainable—everyone can take steps to live better, longer
8:16 – Misconceptions About Aging and Hormone Therapy
Why hormone decline isn’t inevitable, and how restoring balance improves quality of life
11:46 – Hormone Therapy After Cancer
The controversy around HRT in breast cancer survivors and why natural hormones may be protective
14:49 – Peptides: What They Are and Why They Matter
An overview of bioactive peptides, including BPC-157, and their roles in healing and inflammation
22:29 – Hormone Imbalance in Younger Generations
The role of environmental toxins in lowering hormone levels in men and women—even in their 20s
24:29 – Red Light Therapy at Home and in Clinics
Therapeutic uses for pain, skin health, and inflammation—plus tips on what makes a device effective
27:19 – Nutritional Therapy and Micronutrient Testing
Why even healthy eaters may be nutrient-deficient, and how supplementation bridges the gap
30:53 – Sugar: The Silent Killer
Glycation, inflammation, and the metabolic drivers behind aging and chronic disease
33:09 – Blue Zones and Natural Living
Lessons in longevity from cultures that prioritize movement, real food, and community
35:00 – The Power of Mindset and Spiritual Practice
How positivity, intention, and mental habits shape the aging experience
38:18 – One Key Takeaway
“Become a student of the process—there’s so much you can do to influence how you age”
Learn about Dr. Gershon and The Fountain of Youth.
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