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Welcome to this mini episode of Deathless where we break down the latest headlines in the news about immortality. To help me, Pulitzer winning journalist from The Times... Hannah Altenbach.

Main Story: The Lastronauts

Twelve astronauts were aboard the International Space Station during the Event. For all we know, they may be the only mortals in the whole world. 

On the Lighter Side: 300 Acre Blanket

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Elias Kingsleigh is the founder of Permadorm. After a cyber terrorist attack revealed certain liberties taken in the trillion dollar company's record keeping, he was forced to step down as CEO. Now awaiting trial for fraud, we catch up on the current state of cryogenics. 

We talk about reshaping geopolitical structure, the insanity of death cults, and Antarctica.

(***Elias Kingsleigh is portrayed by Simon Pearl)

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Welcome to this mini episode of Deathless where we break down the latest headlines in the news about immortality. To help me, Pulitzer winning journalist from The Times... Hannah Altenbach.

Main Story: Antarctica

The biggest Permadorm facility ever is scheduled to be built in the coldest place on Earth. In keeping with the Antarctic Treaty, the cryogenics company has been deemed a force for both science and peace. Also... penguins. 

On the Lighter Side: SKREECH

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Geraldine Locke is chapter president of the Mortiferum compound in Lewis, VT. Having been close with the original founder, Nils Engstrom, since the beginning, she now acts as a representative for this fast growing religion. For those still uninitiated, Geraldine has a very specific message to impart.

We talk about ritualistic sacrifice, the allure of the Mortiferum community, and spiritual wisdom.

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Main Story: Guardian Angel Chip

Subdermal geotracking microchips may be the new norm. At least for those with super dangerous jobs... or who like to travel to remote places... or who occasionally get on a plane. 

On the Lighter Side: Lil Aggy G

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Sarah Sieloff is an urban planner who writes about how immortality has changed the fabric of society. She's worked on infrastructure projects all around the globe. From Washington to Rwanda; from desks to ditches; she's got insider knowledge on what makes or breaks a community. 

We talk about abandoned shopping malls, the revitalization of rural areas, and Vanuatan boar tusks.

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Welcome to this mini episode of Deathless where we break down the latest headlines in the news about immortality. To help me, Pulitzer winning journalist from The Times... Hannah Altenbach.

Main Story: Lobotomy 2.0

At the latest FICUS (Foundation for Immortal Conversations and Studies) symposium, Dr. Tobias Pederson presented models for a potential new death alternative... based on the defunct practice of lobotomy.

On the Lighter Side: Cemetourism

Funeral related business are seeing a resurgence with cemetourism. Enjoy guided ghost tours of...

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Detective Linda Moriarty is a senior officer with the NYC Paramortal Crimes Division. For the last year she's been investigating a serial kidnapper called "The Aquarist". This individual has abducted at least three victims so far, putting them in large tanks where they are kept in a sustained state of drowning. 

If you have any information regarding The Aquarist, please call 1-800-555-TIPS

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Main Story: Silver Sweep

The proposed CARE Act is a major bill that could forever change the United States' immigration policy, especially as it pertains to care workers, health aides, and nurses.

On the Lighter Side: Final Franchise

That's a wrap on the beloved "Final Destination" series of horror movies. Hollywood...

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Francis Christopoulos, AKA Shock Jock, is a YouTuber who produces extreme challenges for a chance to win big prizes. The only catch is... most of his games involve electrocution. And the higher the voltage, the bigger the pot.

We talk about Chilean earthquakes, electric fight club, and moray eels.

(***Shock Jock is portrayed by Joey Gambetta)

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On the Lighter Side: Immortal Jelly

Discover why a jellyfish is suddenly everyone's favorite little league mascot.

Main Story: Acai Man

An Awa man was discovered in the jungles of South America with a very peculiar affliction.

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While Rowan is cooperating with the FBI after last season's explosive finale, Hannah Altenbach takes the reins. We hear from several former guests on their newest projects, catch up on current events, and give a taste of what you can expect from Season 3 of Deathless.

(***Hannah Altenbach is portrayed by Becca Schneider, Garret Iverson is portrayed by Matthew LaBanca, Ari Westin is portrayed by Lacy J. Dunn, Charlie Dugan is portrayed by Jonathan Gregg, Chase Faulkner is portrayed by Craig McDaniel, Cambria Wallis is portrayed by Alison Siko, and Grace Kessler...

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W1ghtH@ is a member of the vigilante hacker group: The Thaw. After assuming a fake identity, he spent two years cryogenically frozen in a Permadorm holding facility. Several months ago, The Thaw staged a cyber attack to rescue him. 

He has a very specific - and troubling - message to impart about cryostasis.

(***W1ghtH@ is portrayed by Gregory Perri)

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Welcome to this mini episode of Deathless where we break down the latest headlines in the news about immortality. To help me, Pulitzer winning journalist from The Times... Hannah Altenbach.

Main Story: Deadly Dinner

The newest craze in culinary tourism. Emphasis on "craze". 

On the Lighter Side: Donor Discount

Permadorm announces their latest program to make cryogenic stasis more affordable. But it will cost you in other ways.

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Minnie Rohne is a psychic medium who is bridging the decade long gap between the living and the dead. Her clients range from everyday people to public figures; including the infamous founder of The Mortiferum.

We talk about spiritual readings, simulation bros, and... possibly my late father?

(***Minnie Rohne is portrayed by Jenson Smith, @readingswithjenson .
Jenson truly is a psychic medium. To learn more about her and how to schedule a reading, visit readingswithjenson.com )

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Main Story: Apoptosis

Geneticists are exploring a new gene therapy that would program human cells to die all at once. In effect: a death virus. 

On the Lighter Side: Norah's Ark

The latest death alternative is a closed-loop cruise line designed specifically for the super elderly. Bon voyage, I guess?
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Dr. Cliff Heideker is an astrophysicist at LIGO (Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory) who studies anomalies from space. He's here to answer once and for all the question that's been burning up the internet: Was The Event caused by two black holes merging into one?

We talk about rogue waves, neutron stars, and DragonCon.

(***Cliff Heideker is portrayed by Seth Roffe)

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Main Story: Blood Donation

Bi-monthly blood donations for paramortal hospitals are now a tax write-off. Download the app to start saving.

On the Lighter Side: Who Murdered Paul Rudd?

A new unscripted comedy podcast about the murder of adorkable Hollywood icon, Paul Rudd. Hosted by Paul Rudd.

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EKG is a sonic experimentalist who remixes The Event to create transcendent techno raves. He even treated your host to a unique experience involving a bathtub on a bed of speakers. It was as trippy as it sounds, but oddly healing.

We talk about Chladni plates, the possibility of sound unlocking immortality, and dentistry.

(***EKG is portrayed by Nick Carrillo)

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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive and disturbing content. 
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Professor Sophie Scott is a neuroscientist and Wellcome Trust Senior Fellow at University College London (UCL). Her research investigates the cognitive neuroscience of voices, speech and laughter.

We talk about the medical benefits of laughter, tree-like connectors in the brain, and how best to rewire our most complex organ for an immortal world. 

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Main Story: Rhizotomy Cluster

The World Health Organization just approved an experimental but promising surgery that kills the pain response throughout the entire body.

On the Lighter Side: Boomer Babies

During The Event (which lasted 8.3 seconds), at least 13 children were born. And guess what? They're all friends!

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Ari Westin is the head chef at Chrysalis, a Michelin star restaurant in Chelsea that combines fine dining with eating bugs. She is also the face of HOPPER, one of this podcast's sponsors. Ari helps me cook a delicious dinner of cricket tacos. 

We talk about turning a cicada infestation into a business, buggy meal kits, and an exciting new cooking show.

(***Ari Westin is portrayed by Lacy Dunn)

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Main Story: Oxy Party

The United States may no longer be a two party system. The Adaptavist Party is quickly growing in support, but we take a deeper look into where they get their funding.

On the Lighter Side: My Old Man

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Danny Watanabe is the creator of "The Wowzers", an Emmy winning show that uses puppets to teach children about immortality. He's been called the Fred Rogers of the deathless era.

We talk about weight/breath/gaze, what goes into creating a puppet, and Great Grampa Okra's bootcamp.

(***Danny Watanabe is portrayed by Kennedy Kanagawa)

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Main Story: Sentinelese

In the Bay of Bengal, a tribe of uncontacted peoples have made their own traditions and practices in the face of deathlessness.

On the Lighter Side: Orbus

The latest sport out of Denmark, quickly supplanting football as an American pastime. And so much fun to say... Orbus!
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Cambria Wallis is an influencer who promotes party/drug culture on her enormous platform. When asked in a magazine interview how she felt for being famous for 9 public overdoses, she responded "Ask me again after 10." But despite the glamor and reckless behavior, there's more to this internet mogul than meets the eye.

We talk about her (many) brand collabs, an unconventional kind of business school, and the indy rock band 'Shiver Creek'.

(***Cambria Wallis is portrayed by Allison Siko)

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Welcome to the first mini episode of Deathless, Season 2, where we break down the latest headlines in the news about immortality. To help me, Pulitzer winning journalist from The Times... Hannah Altenbach.

Since Last Time: F.I.C.A.S.

After attending their 3rd annual conference, we were invited to partner with F.I.C.A.S. (Foundation for Immortal Conversations And Studies). We're back, baby!

Main Story: Life Sentence

Hannah Altenbach, always the busy bee, wrote a best selling book...

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Jackson Dellario is a founding member of the Angel Guard, an elite team of professional heroes who dive head first into catastrophes. They've saved hundreds from cave-ins, mudslides, hurricanes, tsunamis, explosions, and sink holes. Their motto is "No One Is Abandoned", even in the most extreme of paramortal situations. 

We talk about gator tours in the Everglades, sink holes, and the craziest meet cute you’ve ever heard.

(***Jackson Dellario is portrayed by Ruffin Prentiss)

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We're back!

Thanks to FICAS, the Foundation for Immortal Conversations and Studies, Deathless is getting a second season. Stay tuned for 8 all new episodes with amazing guests, plus weekly bonus content with fan favorite: Hannah Altenbach.

We're diving deeper into immortality than ever before. It's time we finally found out just what happened to us. And what we're going to do about it. 

It's been over 10 years since people stopped dying. Let's talk about that.

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Matthew LaBanca is a performer and teacher helping the youngest generation to navigate immortality through stories and music. He also just so happens to be my husband. 

We discuss schools, marriage, and the success of this whole podcasting experiment.

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On the Lighter Side: Gamescom

Imani Otieno designs a VR game for her ailing grandfather that may help prolong the effects of dementia and Alzheimers.

Main Story: Goodbye

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Elias Kingsleigh is the CEO of Permadorm, who turned a refrigeration appliance company into one of the most successful and controversial brands in the world. He addresses the future of cryogenics and a recent cyberterrorism attack.

We discuss the process of going into cold storage, why the cost of cryo is so high, and whether or not a leaked video from a Permadorm facility is real or a deep fake.

(***Elias Kingsleigh is portrayed by Simon Pearl)

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Welcome to this mini episode of Deathless where we break down the latest headlines in the news about immortality. To help me, Pulitzer winning journalist from The Times... Hannah Altenbach.

On the Lighter Side: Happy Birthday Agnes

Agnes Gottsmundottir, the oldest person in the world, celebrates her 125th birthday.

Main Story: Cyberterrorism

A Permadorm cold storage facility in Bangladesh falls prey to a cyberterrorist attack.

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Allegra Caravida is a rabbi who, after a sabbatical to Japan, was inspired to adapt traditional Jewish practices to fit our new deathless world. She pioneered the concept of a Living Shiva, a kind of funeral rite to mark -- not a death -- but a passage into a new stage of life.

We talk about her nomadic childhood, sabbatical to Japan, and thinking of death as a universal dis-integration.

(***Allegra Caravida is portrayed by NB Mager)

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Main Story: Birthing Bans

China enacts a new policy to reduce population growth.

On the Lighter Side: Rubber Bullets

Police departments in large US cities switch to rubber bullets, as "lethal force" is now definitionally impossible.

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CaCoffiny (nee Cacophony) is a drag queen known for theatrically un-aliving herself on stage. Audiences fell in love with her campy transformation just as she was about to retire from drag. A surprisingly philosophical discussion... with a few dick jokes for good measure.

She's a true triple threat: Broadway, Disney, and Death.

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Main Story: Extreme Influence

Social media star Cambria Wallis gets famous for extreme partying.

On the Lighter Side: The Wowzers

An Emmy winning children's show about immortality.

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Florian Ascher is an adult entertainer who used to specialize in one particular fetish. Snuff has become a popular niche in pornography since The Event, and Florian found a career there for several years until a particularly extreme shoot in Tokyo. He is now working for himself as a Top 3% creator on OnlyFans, making content that combines his past work with a new outlook on life and immortality.

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We discuss porn, suicide, and family ties.

(***Florian Ascher is portrayed by Miles G. Jackson)

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Main Story: The Crichton-Gupta Experiment

A reminder to all that even in cases where the body is annihilated, some part of us continues to survive. So please stop spreading misinformation.

On the Lighter Side: Full Flag

The NFL is no longer a contact sport. Also... is Bubble Ball a thing?
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Keeley Horne is a painter with a large-scale immersive exhibit at the Brooklyn Museum of Art. She's been heralded as the post-immortality Hilma af Klint (surrealist painter decades before Surrealism) for her otherworldly pieces. Viewers universally call the show "familiar... as if from a forgotten dream". Several art lovers have had to leave the exhibit following panic attacks. 

We talk about art, brain tumors, and the spirit realm.

(***Keeley Horne is portrayed by Kayla Wickes)

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Main Story: Back Alley Cryogenics

A chilling crime on Staten Island involving 14 elderly people.

On the Lighter Side: Pig Skin

Pierre Coulet gets a whole new skin. From a surprising source.

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Grace Kessler is a former nurse who escaped from the Mortiferum, commonly known as "The Death Cult", after a harrowing experience involving the group's founder. Now she spends her days helping others deprogram from the cult's brainwashing practices.

We talk about working in the ER during The Event, self detonation, and finding a rhythm that can sustain us through immortality.

(***Grace Kessler is portrayed by Sarah Sirota)

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Main Story: Longevitism

When risk mitigation becomes your whole identity.

On the Lighter Side: Record Breaker

From Everest to Roatan, Yiwen Huang does the impossible.

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Charlie Dugan is a stand-up comedian who found his audience after his "final" performance went viral. He's currently on a multi-city tour with his brother. But you won't see them at your typical venues. For this show, Charlie is only playing paramortal hospitals.

We talk about comedy out of tragedy, brotherly love, and rebranding "The Event" to "The Biggity Boom".

(***Charlie Dugan is portrayed by Jonathan Gregg)

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Welcome to the first mini episode of Deathless where we break down the latest headlines in the news about immortality. To help me, Pulitzer winning journalist from The Times... Hannah Altenbach.

Main Story: The On Switch

An investigative report on precisely when human immortality actually begins.

On the Lighter Side: The Dalai Lama

After a year's long meditation, the spiritual guru breaks his silence with a single tweet.

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Chase Faulkner is the author of "After the Fall", a New York Times #1 Best Seller.

Nearly ten years ago, Chase and his wife Sarah were about to embark on a skydiving adventure. But The Event caused Chase to fall from the plane... without deploying his parachute. "After the Fall" is a memoir about his road to recovery. 

We talk about medicine, marriage, and the matrix.

(***Chase Faulkner is portrayed by Craig MacArthur Dolezel)

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It's been almost 10 years since The Event. Almost 10 years since this global phenomenon that changed everything we know about science, medicine, life in general. Almost 10 years since the last time a person died. We keep aging, we get hurt, we get sick. But we just won't die.

Obviously, none of this is news to you. But as we approach the double digit anniversary of immortality, it's been taking up a lot of my brain space. There's something about 10 years that makes it feel realer, somehow. Like, maybe it's not just a...