Stranded Technologies Podcast

In this episode, Michael Levin, Director of the Allen Discovery Center at Tufts, breaks down how his lab is rethinking regeneration, cancer, and aging, not through genetics, but through bioelectricity as the software of life.From pioneering living robots made from frog skin cells to repairing birth defects and regenerating limbs, Levin’s work shows how tissues act as intelligent agents and how future medicine will be about communicating goals to cells, not micromanaging their chemistry.We cover:* Why Levin believes the “anatomical compiler” is the endgame: designing an organ or organism on a computer and compiling it into bioelectric instructions for cells.* How cancer emerges as a breakdown of collective memory and why reconnecting cells electrically can normalize tumors without killing them.* Proof-of-concept experiments that restore normal brains in tadpoles with birth defect mutations, regenerate frog legs, and even grow functioning eyes in new locations.* The creation of Anthrobots, synthetic multicellular organisms built from adult human cells that can repair neural damage.* Why development and regeneration show that genomes don’t dictate fixed outcomes bioelectric memories do.* The philosophical implications: recognizing agency and intelligence at every level of biology.If you’re building in biotech, longevity, or frontier medicine, this is a field guide to rewriting the software of life and a preview of the systems that could make aging, cancer, and trauma solvable problems.More about Michael Levin’s work:* Dr. Michael Levin's X* Dr. Michael Levin WebsiteExplore Infinita City:* Explore the Archive: The Infinita City Times* Visit Infinita City* Join the Builders’ Hub on Telegram* Follow Infinita City on X This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.infinitacitytimes.com

John Martin Fischer is Distinguished Professor of Philosophy at UC Riverside and a leading thinker on death, free will, and immortality. He joins Niklas to explore:* Why most philosophers argue against immortality and why he disagrees* The logic behind boredom, meaning, and the “human shape” of life* How AI and free will intersect and what it means for future minds* Ethical blind spots in Silicon Valley’s pursuit of radical life extensionStranded Technologies Podcast is the channel for the Infinita community, dedicated to accelerating longevity biotech and building the future of innovation-friendly cities.More about GUEST'S work:* John Martin Fischer WebsiteExplore Infinita City:* Explore the Archive: The Infinita City Times* Visit Infinita City* Join the Builders’ Hub on Telegram* Follow Infinita City on X This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.infinitacitytimes.com

Cush is the founder of Odisea Labs, an accelerator for Latin American frontier tech (crypto, AI). Cush is inspired by effective accelerationism (e/acc) and consequently coined the memes “latam/acc” and “Latin American Dynamism” in reference to their US-based counterpart.In this episode, we learn all about why Latam is awesome for tech. Financial innovation and crypto have a fertile ground here and are widely adopted due the lack of banking access for large populations, regulatory capture and government mismanagement.Odisea Labs has been a major partner to the past March Startup Residency Month, and is now announcing another partnership with Infinita City for the following:Crypto Cities Theme MonthThis is a one-month program for builders to deploy crypto-native projects, not just online, but in a functioning city with enabling legislation, crypto taxes, and a supportive community.🗓️ | June 1 - 30, 2025📍 | Próspera Zone, Roatan (Honduras)➡️ | Signup: infinita.city/crypto-cities This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.infinitacitytimes.com

Jean-Philippe (JP) Vergne is an Associate Professor of Strategy at Western University’s Ivey Business School, renowned for his research on organizations operating at the fringes of legality—particularly pirates. Along with Rodolphe Durand, he co-authored The Pirate Organization: Lessons from the Fringes of Capitalism, which explores how historical piracy and other unconventional ventures can shed light on modern forms of competition, regulation, and innovation. JP Vergne’s work extends to topics such as crypto governance, the historical development of organizations, and the evolution of capitalism.Book Reference: The Pirate Organization: Lessons from the Fringes of CapitalismExplore Infinita City:* Explore the Archive: The Infinita City Times* Visit Infinita City* Join the Builders’ Hub on Telegram* Follow Infinita City on X This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.infinitacitytimes.com

Nathan Cheng is a community builder, educator, and investor in the longevity biotech field. He has been closely involved with key initiatives such as the Longevity Biotech Fellowship (LBF), Healthspan Capital, and Longevity List, working to solve the problem of aging and death.In this conversation, Nathan Cheng discusses his journey into the longevity biotech field, exploring the quest for an indefinite lifespan and the various strategies to combat aging. He shares insights on community building, the importance of understanding aging, and the potential of biotechnology in extending life. The conversation also delves into the technical roadmap for solving aging, replacement strategies, and the role of cryonics as a last resort. In this conversation, Nathan Chang and Niklas Anzinger discuss the importance of mission-driven research in the field of longevity, emphasizing the need for focused efforts to tackle aging and death. They explore the role of the Longevity Biotech Fellowship in mobilizing talent and fostering collaboration among diverse professionals. The discussion also touches on effective communication strategies for the longevity mission, the catalysts for progress in the field, and the opportunities for newcomers to enter the longevity space. Finally, they introduce the Vitalism Foundation, which aims to unify efforts in the longevity movement under a shared ideology.Get involved & More about Nathan's work:* Longevity Biotech Fellowship (10% off for Infinitians)* Vitalist Bay (10% off for Infinitians)* Vitalism FoundationExplore Infinita City:* Explore the Archive: The Infinita City Times* Visit Infinita City* Join the Builders’ Hub on Telegram* Follow Infinita City on X This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.infinitacitytimes.com

Terence is a British biochemist who was Vice-Chancellor of the University of Buckingham, Adjunct Scholar at the Cato Institute, and the author of numerous books.Terence is well-known for his case against government funding of science, which made him an influence in the decentralized science movement. We’ll talk about his views on the economics of science and the myth of scientific objectivity. Importantly, we’ll talk about something that Terence has never talked about in public. A new project that aims to do it better.This new project will take place within the next Infinita Forever Pop-Up City—a new school and research center on the island of Roatan, with a neo-medieval form of governance.Explore Infinita City:* Explore the Archive: The Infinita City Times* Visit Infinita City* Join the Builders’ Hub on Telegram* Follow Infinita City on X This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.infinitacitytimes.com

Brian is the Co-founder and CEO of Coinbase; he began his journey studying computer science and economics. Back early in his career, after a trip to Argentina and seeing hyperinflation, he was inspired by Bitcoin’s potential to update the financial system and increase economic freedom in the world.He started Coinbase in 2012, and by 2021, it had become a public company worth $50B by 2024.Post-IPO, he started thinking about longevity; he started organizing biotech dinners to explore innovative ideas. And this led him to found NewLimit, a company focused on epigenetic reprogramming to combat aging, utilizing machine learning to discover potential treatments.In this Fireside Chat, Brian discusses his vision for crypto and longevity with Niklas Anzinger, Vitalia's CEO, and Erick Brimen, Próspera's CEO. The conversation happened in the special economic zone of Próspera on the island of Roatán in Honduras. With a common law-based, pro-liberty legal system that is probably the most crypto-friendly in the world.In this special zone, Vitalia has started to build a community of longevity enthusiasts, crypto natives and biotech founders - taking advantage of expedited clinical trials and medical reciprocity laws that allow access to treatments approved in 30+ countries.Crypto Cities In The Real WorldBrian and the team of Coinbase Ventures visited Próspera and Vitalia to explore the possibilities for real-world crypto adoption, and how it can solve humanities’ biggest challenges. There are several existing uses and enormous opportunities for crypto to build real cities.That is why, we're excited to introduce –Crypto Cities Builders' Program (Oct 19 - Nov 19)We’re inviting crypto/web3 builders & founders to join us in Vitalia’s Roatán Hub, to build real solutions or accelerate your existing startups & projects.→ https://vitalia.city/cryptocitybuildersMore about Brian's work:* https://www.brianarmstrong.org/* https://www.coinbase.com/* https://www.newlimit.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.infinitacitytimes.com

Bradley Tusk is a cofounder of Tusk Venture Partners, which invests in early-stage technology companies operating in highly regulated industries.Bradley was also Uber's first political advisor and instrumental in developing their strategy to disrupt the incumbent taxi monopolies.This is one of the most fascinating stories in the recent history of regulatory hacking.In this episode, we're demystifying political misconceptions and looking into practical advice for entrepreneurs on navigating regulatory roadblocks and changing them for their benefit.Key Takeaways:* Every policy output is the result of political input. Every politician makes every decision solely based on reelection and nothing else.* The vast majority of companies are regulated in some way. Rather than avoid dealing with regulations, run with the mindset that you'll figure it out. * To hack the regulatory system, you need to take into consideration that:* 1) The level of government really matters—focus on doing things on a local or state level rather than a federal level;* 2) Get your customers to advocate for you More about Bradley's work:* bradleytusk.com* Tusk Venture Partners* Podcast – Firewall* Book – The Fixer: My Adventures Saving Startups from Death by Politics This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.infinitacitytimes.com