Ep 90: The Longevity Paradox: Health Span vs. Life Span with Paul Irving

15 Jul 2025 • 21 min • EN
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BrainStorm wants to hear from you! Send us a text. What"s the purpose of a long life if our brains can"t enjoy it? Paul Irving, Senior Advisor at the Milken Institute on the Future of Longevity and Dean of Faculty at USC"s Leonard Davis School of Gerontology, challenges conventional thinking about aging and longevity in a conversation with host, Meryl Comer. Together they address the critical distinction between longevity and brain health and explore why maintaining cognitive function matters more than simply extending lifespan. Paul shares insights into intergenerational collaboration and fighting ageism to create healthier, more productive later years. Join us for this enlightening conversation that will transform how you think about aging, purpose, and creating a life of meaning regardless of your current age.  If you have a story about your caregiving experience, share it with us at stories@usagainstalzheimers.org to help advocate for continued research funding. Support the show

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