100 Not Out

100NO 637: Where Longevity is Won: What you can & can't control

In this episode we take a deep dive into the topic of control and its impact on longevity.
Reflecting on last week’s interview with centenarian Henry Martell, the conversation explores which aspects of health, wellbeing, and aging are truly within our control, and which are simply part of life’s roulette.
Key Talking Points
Rule Breaking & Longevity:Marcus and Dr. Damian discuss the ‘rule-breaking’ spirit of their centenarian guests, exploring how not following conventional rules and doing things ‘your own way’ may add zest to life.
Movement: The Non-Negotiable:Despite Henry Martell’s playful attitude toward exercise, Dr. Damian strongly reports that movement is a non-negotiable for aging well. While many aspects of longevity are optional or negotiable, regular movement is essential to maintain independence and quality of life.
Control vs. Influence:
The hosts examine what is truly within our control as we age. They stress that while you can’t always control your circumstances or genetics, you can control your actions and environment—from food choices to physical routines, and even your social circles.
Rehabilitation & Taking Ownership:Dr. Damian shares his personal journey overcoming knee pain in his late 30s and advocates for self-responsibility. He highlights the importance of consistently doing the ‘boring but crucial’ rehab and movement work, rather than being a passive victim to pain or age.
The Power of Mindset:Drawing on stoic philosophy and Viktor Frankl, the conversation explores the importance of choosing your response to life’s challenges and reframing how you see ‘control’ in daily situations.
Quality Over Quantity:The goal isn’t simply to live to 100+, but to do so in ‘good nick’—feeling vibrant, connected, and strong, right up to the end. Tommy Hafey is cited as an example of living a full, high-quality life, with only a few weeks of decline at the end.
Genetics, Environment, and the Future:Genetics are largely outside our control, but how we ‘interact’ with them (through choices and environment) remains a potent lever. The hosts muse about future knowledge in genetics and health, and the excitement of learning more in the years to come.
“Almost everything that most people suggest is required for longevity is optional—I just don’t think movement is optional. I think you’ve got to do it.” – Dr. Damian Kristof
“You can’t change your gene profile, but you can control the environment you put your gene profile in.” – Marcus Pearce

100NO 636: From War Zones to Pub Life: Centenarian Henry Martell & wife Diana

Today’s episode is a special one — a rare opportunity to sit down with a couple whose lives span a century of history, love, adventure, and service.
William “Henry” Martell has worn many hats in his 100 years — soldier, hotel publican, cocoa planter, university lecturer, and proud grandfather. Born in 1924 in Haberfield, Sydney, Henry’s life has taken him from the beaches of Manly to the jungles of Bougainville during World War II, to the rolling hills of Devon where he and his wife Diana ran a 17th-century pub. He helped build the foundations of La Trobe University as a lecturer in Asian history, and more recently, he and Diana have settled into the Carinity Brookfield Green aged care community in Brisbane — just metres from where they lived for nearly three decades.
Together, Henry and Diana have built a rich life — one filled with stories of wartime resilience, academic curiosity, and deep connection to family and community. They share four children, seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren — and, remarkably, their birthdays are just one day apart.
Enjoy this special episode of 100 Not Out!

100NO 635: Walking Down New Streets - Shifting Habits for a Better Life

This is a deep and meaningful one! We haven’t recorded together for a month so we are chomping at the bit to discuss all things longevity … and we end up talking about life, and what makes it fulfilling. Particularly habits, and the ones that let us down.
Damo reads out Portia Nelson’s Autobiography in 5 short chapters.
See the 5 short chapters here. https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23621941-autobiography-in-five-short-chapters
Or listen to Damo read it during the episode.
We also mention Crack Your Stress Code Part 1 (ep 485) is here and Part 2 – 486 – is here. 
For more on Damo go to damiankristof.com and for Marcus go to marcuspearce.com.au

100NO 634: The Longevity Revolution with Amelia Phillips

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Damo our guest today is Amelia Phillips - an absolute powerhouse in the world of health and wellness. 
Amelia Phillips is an Australian health entrepreneur, TV presenter, nutritionist, fitness expert, and co-founder of the highly successful Michelle Bridges 12 Week Body Transformation. With over two decades of experience helping people transform their bodies and minds, Amelia has become a trusted voice in health media and the host of her own podcast, “Healthy Her,” where she dives deep into the challenges and triumphs of what it takes to be healthy in the modern world. 
There is so much we talk about with Amelia on this episode - from lifting the lid on Wellness TV shows, the rise and fall and rise of 12 Week Programs, the future of longevity and so much more. 
Check out Amelia’s Healthy Her Podcast here and her Vitality 360 longevity platform here. 
 
05:15 Longevity Revolution and Aging Well
12:17 Why TV Shows Prioritise Drama Over Reality
22:42 Biotech Advancements in Health Metrics
29:39 Empowering Everyday Women's Health
30:58 Wisdom in Longevity Champions

100NO 633: Chocolate | All You Need To Know with Lucy Bennetto

By far this is one of our favourite episodes - because it’s all about chocolate with an incredible lady who knows her chocolate!
 
Lucy Bennetto is the founder of Bennetto Natural Foods and joins us to discuss just about every topic on the subject of one of our favourite superfoods. 
 
Check out Bennetto’s at https://www.bennettonaturalfoods.com.au/ and enjoy this chat which really, we should have had years ago!!
 
Topics include - 
Cacao vs cocoa, fair trade, organic, vegan and dairy-free chocolate, soy lecithin vs sunflower lecithin, cacao farmers, Dominican Republic cacao vs Peruvian cacao, cacao co-ops, small-scale farming, B Corp certification, chocolate ingredients, cocoa butter, raw cane sugar, organic cane sugar, natural sweeteners, agave in chocolate, coconut sugar, chocolate and health, sustainability in chocolate, chocolate making process, ethical chocolate, chocolate and happiness, sugar content in chocolate, premium chocolate brands
05:22 "Exploring Chocolate's Hidden Questions"
08:09 Cacao vs. Cocoa: Key Differences
12:50 Organic Certification and Marketing Loopholes
14:29 Fair Trade's Human Element
17:02 Organic Farming Community in Peru
20:50 Experiential Education Journey
23:29 Entrepreneurial Chocolate Journey
26:52 Milk-Free Artisan Chocolate Focus
30:19 "Understanding Innate Food Intelligence"

100NO 632: Daily Routines vs Supplements: What Really Powers Your Longevity

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In this episode, we dive into the ongoing debate between supplements and daily habits, reflecting on how our personal philosophies influence our health choices. We recognize that many of us have been influenced by the messaging of the supplement industry, thinking that taking a daily multivitamin would solve everything. But as we discuss, it’s not about sticking rigidly to one supplement or one routine—life calls for flexibility.
We share how we’ve each recently started taking supplements daily, not as a one-size-fits-all solution, but to help fill in the gaps where our lifestyles or diets might fall short, or where daily stressors crop up. At the same time, just because we’re taking certain supplements—like vitamin C, zinc, or magnesium at different times—doesn’t mean we’ve closed ourselves off to making new choices as our lives and needs change.
We also make it clear that supplements are never a replacement for the fundamentals: good nutrition, movement, purpose, connection, and balance in the other areas of life. We reflect on past experiences where, despite people doing “everything right” in terms of nutrition or supplementing, they still got sick and questioned why. It led us to acknowledge that health is never just about one element—it’s always a combination of factors, and sometimes, even the healthiest people experience symptoms and illness.
 
01:00 "Optimizing Health with Supplements"
05:39 Multiple Paths to Health
09:04 Tunnel Vision in Health Solutions
14:57 Lifestyle's Impact on Immune Health
15:55 Holistic Approach to Immune Health
22:26 "Maximizing Life with Supplements"

100NO 631: Make Supplements Great Again with First or Nothing's Moreece Elcham

Overwhelmed by supplements much? Then you’re in for a treat today …
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Welcome to a brand-new era of 100 Not Out! In this episode, Marcus & Damo are together in Melbourne and joined by Moreece Elcham, founder of First or Northing.
This ep kicks off an exciting new partnership—and it’s one that’s been a long time in the making. For over 12 years, Marcus and Damian have carefully navigated the crowded world of supplements and longevity, often skeptical of yet another “miracle” product or brand. But today marks a turning point.
Moreece Elcham’s journey began five or six years ago with a personal struggle through persistent and often painful gut health issues. Frustrated by a revolving door of diagnoses—ranging from leaky gut and Crohn’s to stomach ulcers—Moreece tried everything from extreme diets to extensive medical procedures in search of relief. Throughout this exhausting process, he learned more about his own body, nutrition, and supplementation, with guidance from various health experts. Moreece’s determination to not just heal, but to create a solution, led to the founding of First or Nothing.
On this ep we discuss –01:30 Taking a Minimalist Approach to Supplements16:54 “Longevity as the New Wellness”23:30 Supplement Overload Concerns28:00 Age-Biased Supplement Marketing28:41 Movement Trumps Nutrition for Longevity31:56 Creatine’s Benefits for All Genders35:18 Unbiased Supplement Advice Dilemma

100NO 630: The One Way To Age Gracefully

On this episode we kick things off with a (hopefully) humorous and relatable story about early morning flights, canceled plans, and the realities of travel. As we reminisce about our recent Melbourne meetup, the conversation quickly turns to a deeper theme: the many different paths we can take in life and longevity.
Marcus uses his airport ordeal as a metaphor to explore the idea that there’s never just one "right" way to approach health, aging, or even navigating a city. Drawing on the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner and the wisdom of diverse perspectives, we discuss the importance of staying open-minded and resisting the pressure to find that single, elusive miracle solution to living well.
With plenty of laughs, insights, and honest reflections, this episode reminds us that—whether it’s finding your way in Melbourne or on the journey of life—there are countless routes to success and fulfillment. Get ready for an entertaining and thought-provoking conversation about flexibility, diversity of perspectives, and the art of doing life your own way.

100NO 629: Orgasms for longevity? Fact, Fiction, or Just Clickbait

In today’s discussion, inspired by a provocative Instagram post from Dave Asprey, the duo explores the peculiar claim linking frequency of male ejaculation to health and longevity. As they dissect the math and the motivations behind these claims, Marcus and Dr. Damien grapple with the broader implications: Are social media and the digital world leading us astray with confusing and clickbait longevity advice? Tune in as they unravel these ideas, sharing insights and laughs while encouraging listeners to critically assess the content they consume in the pursuit of a vibrant long life.
So many questions for us to consider on this topic –
What are your thoughts on Dave Asprey’s claims about orgasms and longevity? Do you find his formula credible or problematic?
How do you feel about the focus on physical attributes and sexual health as markers for longevity, particularly for men?
How does social media influence our perceptions of health, wellness, and longevity, according to Marcus and Damo’s discussion?
In the conversation, the hosts express skepticism towards unregulated health advice on social media. How do you determine credible health information online?
What are your views on the comparison of the anti-aging markets for men and women discussed in the episode?
Time Stamps –03:55 Confusion Over the comments (and the maths)07:26 “Rethinking Longevity Priorities”12:47 Men’s Anti-Aging Focus Shift13:46 Anti-Aging Marketing Targets Both Genders16:44 Snake Oil in Modern Media