Arnaud Auger, a seasoned venture capitalist at Cathay Innovation, has carved a unique niche in the realm of longevity and human optimization. Residing in San Francisco, he has transformed his life through a dedication to health and longevity, inspired by personal challenges and a Silicon Valley ethos. After grappling with obesity and health concerns upon his arrival in the city, Arnaud embraced the principle that "you can only change what you measure," undergoing comprehensive tests to understand his body better.

In addition to his personal journey, Arnaud is a co-founder of the San Francisco chapter of "Don't Die," a movement initiated by Brian Johnson. This initiative focuses on promoting health and longevity, underscoring the importance of not just living but thriving. As a VC, Arnaud is at the forefront of investing in innovative longevity startups, seeking to transform healthcare from reactive to preventative. His work involves bridging the gap between Europe and the U.S. in the VC landscape, fostering global partnerships to advance the cause of longevity.

[00:00:00]: Introduction

[00:00:10]: Arnaud's first experience in San Francisco

[00:01:04]: Introducing Arnaud, VC at Cathé Innovation

[00:02:05]: Arnaud's journey to becoming a longevity athlete

[00:04:06]: Using technology and wearables for health tracking

[00:05:42]: Arnaud's progress and biological age improvement

[00:06:09]: Using Superpower and Shape Scale for health metrics

[00:06:26]: Longevity tech and biohacking explained

[00:07:26]: Identity and habits in health transformation

[00:08:09]: The Don't Die Movement and its philosophy

[00:15:26]: Incentives for healthier lifestyles in the US

[00:16:23]: Arnaud's venture capital focus on longevity startups

[00:17:25]: Types of longevity startups and investment interest

[00:18:24]: Cathay Innovation's global investment strategy

[00:20:16]: The future of health: prevention and precision

[00:24:28]: San Francisco as a hub for AI and longevity

[00:25:32]: Global VC insights and the importance of Silicon Valley

[00:27:36]: Rapid-fire questions – wearables and wellness

[00:28:21]: Overrated wellness trends

[00:29:04]: Dream startup investment criteria

[00:29:31]: Inspiring advice for living a better, longer life

[00:30:28]: Importance of social health and community

[00:31:24]: The concept of blue zones and social connectivity

[00:31:49]: San Francisco's culture and personal growth

[00:32:52]: Conclusion

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