DeepSummary
In this episode, Scott Galloway interviews Andrew Scott, a professor of economics at London Business School, whose research focuses on longevity and aging. They discuss Andrew's new book, 'The Longevity Imperative,' and the importance of preparing for longer, healthier lives. Andrew emphasizes the need for a comprehensive 'evergreen agenda' that addresses health, productivity, and engagement during the extended lifespan that people can now expect.
They explore strategies for promoting healthy aging, such as preventive healthcare, lifestyle changes, and investing in adult development. Andrew highlights the economic implications of an aging population, stressing the importance of keeping people active and engaged for longer periods to sustain productivity and economic growth.
The conversation also touches on broader societal challenges, including inequality, the potential impact of longevity on birth rates, and the need for policy changes to support the new reality of longer lives. Scott and Andrew share personal reflections on parenting and maintaining connections with their children as they navigate their own aging journeys.
Key Episodes Takeaways
- Increased longevity requires a comprehensive 'evergreen agenda' addressing health, productivity, and engagement throughout the lifespan.
- Preventive healthcare, lifestyle changes, and adult development are crucial for healthy aging.
- Keeping people active and engaged for longer periods is essential for sustaining economic productivity and growth.
- Policy changes and societal adaptations are needed to support the new reality of longer lives.
- Intergenerational connections and support are increasingly important as generations overlap more due to increased longevity.
- Personal strategies, like maintaining connections with children, can help navigate the challenges and opportunities of aging.
- Longer lifespans bring both opportunities and concerns related to health, wealth, relationships, and purpose.
- Perceptions of aging and the capabilities of older adults need to be reevaluated in light of increased longevity.
Top Episodes Quotes
- “As an economist, I hear a lot about an aging society, which is that there's more people aged over 65 than there's ever been, and that's a problem. Old people get ill, they need a pension, they don't work. But we underestimate the capacity of old people and we've got to stop doing that.“ by Andrew Scott
- “We define children by technology and all this Gen Z type stuff, but actually one of the really big things that's changing is they're going to grow up with me and their grandparents around for a lot longer than past generations. So working on that intergenerational stuff is key.“ by Andrew Scott
- “If the young have a reasonable expectation of living to 100, my goodness, how do they support that longer career? But I do think we need institutions to support people doing what they want.“ by Andrew Scott
- “I'm entirely sure what that dynamic is. And I have a hack, which I'll do at the end of the podcast for keeping in touch with your kids.“ by Scott Galloway
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Episode Information
The Prof G Pod with Scott Galloway
Vox Media Podcast Network
5/30/24