What the Super Rich are Doing to Live Forever

Are longevity therapies really effective, or are the super rich just wasting their money? Dr Greg Potter and Charlie Edmondson explore the world of luxury longevity clinics, from stem cell treatments and IV drips to whole-body cryotherapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. They unpack the thinking behind these longevity treatments, the risks and the steep costs, and decide on whether they are worth it, or just a waste of money. *NEW* Watch full episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@themethodpod Thriva helps you stay on the front foot with your health. Try our home blood tests paired with doctor-reviewed results and lifestyle guidance: https://thriva.co?utm_source=apple_podcasts&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=longevity_resort Key moments 00:00 The Rise of Longevity Resorts 05:56 Stem Cell Treatments: Potential and Risks 09:50 IV Drips: Just a fad? 14:35 Whole-body Cryotherapy: More than a big freezer? 20:12 Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy: Does it work? 28:12 Questions to ask before choosing a clinic 📧 Send us your health questions for future episodes, by email or voice note [email protected] About Thriva: Thriva is a proactive health platform built for the modern age. The promise of longevity often comes with years spent in poor health. We want to bridge the gap between lifespan - how long we're living - and healthspan - how well we're living. We combine powerful at-home blood testing with wearable insights and expert guidance. So you can know exactly what's going on inside your body - and what to do about it - before issues arise. With this podcast, we hope to bring listeners confidence in everyday health decisions.