The Radical Power of Extreme Discipline for Longevity with Ken Rideout

From trauma and a 10-year opioid addiction to becoming the world's fastest marathoner over 50, Ken Rideout’s story is a masterclass in human resilience. In this gripping episode, Ken joins Dan Buettner to unpack a life of extreme highs and devastating lows—from the high-stakes world of Wall Street to the grueling turning point of cold-turkey detox. To survive the agony of withdrawal, Ken started running. Today, his pathway to health is fueled by intense, extreme discipline. It looks vastly different from Dan’s typical longevity framework—and that’s exactly the point. While their methods diverge, Ken’s radical approach proves there are multiple ways to conquer adversity, redefine aging, and turn life's heaviest challenges into your greatest blessings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices