Bryan Johnson Defends Longevity Stance, Challenges Delhi Doctor Who Called It a ‘Farce’
US millionaire and age-reversing CEO Bryan Johnson sparked a social media storm after abruptly walking out of Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath’s podcast, citing concerns about air pollution. The unexpected exit left viewers and listeners buzzing with reactions, as the incident highlighted Johnson’s extreme lifestyle choices and commitment to longevity. His dramatic departure quickly became a trending topic, with many debating the practicality and relevance of his strict health rituals.
@bryan_johnson longevity rant is a laughable, deluded OCD tirade. Every word reeks of pseudo-scientific desperation, turning his life into a pompous farce. His rigid rituals are not inspiring but they are a miserable mockery of living. #LongevityFad#Pseudoscience…
— Shikhar Ganjoo, MD (@shikharganjoo) February 3, 2025
Adding fuel to the fire, Indian dermatologist Dr. Shikhar Ganjoo took to X, formerly Twitter, to criticize Johnson’s actions and lifestyle, calling it a “laughable, deluded OCD tirade.” Ganjoo’s scathing remarks, labeling Johnson’s longevity practices as pseudo-scientific and a “miserable mockery of living,” ignited further debate online. The hashtags #LongevityFad and #Pseudoscience trended as social media users weighed in, dividing opinions on whether Johnson’s approach to health and longevity is admirable or excessive.
Johnson, in India to promote his age-reversal book Don’t Die, responded to the doctor’s X post with a cryptic reply: “Dr. Ganjoo, how did you sleep last night?” Dr. Ganjoo answered with a composed retort, saying, “Good evening, Bryan. Thank you for asking—I’m pleased to report I had a restful 8 hours of sleep last night, plus a rejuvenating 45-minute nap this afternoon. I hope you’re having a great day as well!”
Good evening, Bryan. Thank you for asking—I’m pleased to report I had a restful 8 hours of sleep last night, plus a rejuvenating 45-minute nap this afternoon. I hope you’re having a great day as well!
— Shikhar Ganjoo, MD (@shikharganjoo) February 3, 2025
The heated exchange between the Indian doctor and the US millionaire unfolded shortly after Johnson shared a post on his X account explaining his abrupt exit from the podcast. The episode, which focused on the future of health and wellness, was hosted by Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath.
Addressing his departure, Johnson wrote, “When in India, I did end this podcast early due to the bad air quality. @nikhilkamathcio was a gracious host, and we were having a great time. The problem was that the room we were in circulated outside air, which made the air purifier I’d brought with me ineffective.” The 47-year-old longevity advocate revealed that after three days in India, the air pollution caused him skin rashes and throat irritation, prompting his decision to cut the session short.
Johnson criticized the normalization of air pollution in India, expressing disbelief at how its harmful effects are overlooked despite being well-documented. He remarked on seeing people running outdoors, children exposed from birth, and the lack of widespread mask usage, which could mitigate exposure. Highlighting the gravity of the issue, Johnson claimed that improving air quality in India would have a greater impact on public health than curing all cancers.
