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Living Longer, Aging Smarter [Sponsored]

Life expectancy has risen dramatically since 1900, reshaping how we understand aging. Scientists now view skin not just as a surface indicator, but as a biological marker of systemic health. In this podcast episode, Scientific American Custom Media explores how longevity science ... Show more

. 8min 32sec

Condoms and Vasectomies Aren’t Enough—Is a Male Birth Control Pill Next?

In this episode, host Rachel Feltman speaks with freelance science journalist Hannah Seo about a promising new development in male contraception: a hormone-free birth control pill that reversibly stops sperm production has just passed its first human safety trial. Seo explains ho ... Show more

. 9min 53sec

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