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Dan Buettner and Samantha Feher discuss Gen Z's unique perspective on longevity and wellness.

In this episode of The Dan Buettner Podcast, Dan sits down with Samantha Feher, a journalist, content creator, and host of the Caps Lock podcast, to explore the unique perspective Gen Z brings to the world of longevity and wellness. Often referred to as a modern-day Carrie Bradshaw, Samantha shares her journey from the high-pressure world of New York journalism and reality TV to becoming a dedicated advocate for science-backed health information. The conversation delves into how younger generations are redefining "living well" by shifting the focus from toxic performance metrics and juice cleanses toward finding a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment.Samantha and Dan discuss the critical importance of surrounding oneself with the right community, noting that the people we choose to be around are often a direct reflection of our self-love. They explore the "loneliness epidemic" as the primary wellness crisis for Gen Z and highlight the value of "social wellness" through shared experiences like communal saunas or even a traditional Mediterranean glass of wine with friends. From the impact of financial barriers on health to the power of shaping your environment rather than just…

People in this episode

Host: Dan Buettner

Guest: Samantha Feher

Topics covered

• Gen Z
• longevity
• wellness
• community
• social wellness
• self-love
• mental health

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Caps Lock

Places: New York

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