Longevity, Legislation & the Future of Aging: Inside A4LI’s Mission - Episode 272

In this episode of the Gladden Longevity Podcast, Dr. Jeffrey Gladden interviews Dylan Livingston, the president of the Alliance for Longevity Initiatives (A4LI). They discuss the challenges and opportunities in advocating for longevity medicine in the political landscape, the concept of the Longevity Dividend, and recent legislative achievements in Montana. Dylan shares his personal journey into the field of longevity, the importance of data collection in research, and the need for public engagement to support longevity initiatives. The conversation emphasizes the potential economic benefits and moral mandate of investing in longevity science and the importance of collective action in driving change. 
 
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Takeaways 
* Dylan Livingston founded the Alliance for Longevity Initiatives to advocate for longevity medicine. 
* Longevity medicine is often overlooked by traditional healthcare systems. 
* Dylan's interest in longevity began at a young age after watching a video by Aubrey DeGray. 
* The Longevity Dividend could significantly boost the economy by adding years of healthy life and trillions of dollars to the nation’s GDP. 
* Legislation like SB-422 in Montana expands access to investigational therapies. 
* The importance of making longevity a bipartisan issue in politics. 
* Data collection is crucial for advancing longevity research and therapies. 
* Public engagement and support are essential for the longevity movement. 
* Dylan encourages small donations to support longevity advocacy efforts. 
* The future of longevity legislation depends on continued research and public interest. 
 
Chapters 
00:00 Introduction to Longevity Advocacy 
04:35 Dylan's Journey into Longevity 
07:44 The Impact of COVID on Longevity Perspectives 
10:45 Navigating the Political Landscape for Longevity 
13:46 Understanding the Longevity Dividend 
16:48 Economic and Moral Imperatives of Longevity 
19:37 Challenges in Promoting Longevity Initiatives 
22:15 The Nature of Human Selfishness 
23:16 Making Longevity Personal 
24:24 Legislative Initiatives for Longevity 
26:43 The Role of Montana in Longevity Legislation 
29:40 Consumer Preferences in Experimental Treatments 
30:55 Insurance and the Cost of Innovation 
35:45 Data Collection and Its Importance 
39:35 The Intersection of Longevity and Psychedelics 
41:03 Expanding Access Beyond Montana 
42:39 The Future of Longevity Research 
44:56 Building a Movement for Longevity Advocacy 
46:39 Goodbye 
 
To learn more about Alliance for Longevity Initiatives (A4LI): 
Website: https://a4li.org/ 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/a4li.org/ 
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-alliance-for-longevity-initiatives/ 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theallianceforlongevityini9383 
Dylan’s email address: [email protected]  
 
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