In today’s whirlwind of technological advancements, there seems to be a proposition that may make people do a double take: the ability to choose to live until the age of 100, or even longer. It sounds like something straight out of science fiction, doesn’t it? But according to a discussion on Sean Hannity’s new podcast, “Hanging Out with Me,” this could actually become a reality. The podcast featured wellness author Michael Easter and biohacker Gary Brea, who speculated that living into the triple digits might be a decision, rather than a mere stroke of luck or genetics.

Gary Brea, a renowned human biologist, suggests that if one manages to live through the next five years, the chances of choosing to live until 100 or more become significantly higher. Just imagine the choice to stay around a century, assuming you don’t mind sticking around long enough to see what the future holds — who needs time machines when you can make this choice? They argue this possibility hinges on remarkable advancements in technology and medicine, primarily with early detection, big data, and artificial intelligence.

Of course, this raises the question: do people really want to live that long? More importantly, what does this choice entail, and at what cost? While living longer sounds enticing, what quality of life is assured by these advancements? Can people be promised a life free of the typical ailments that accompany aging, or will they just endure longer, living versions of their same old aches and pains?

The key, according to Brea, lies in artificial intelligence’s ability to process millions of independent variables and formulate actionable health plans. This technology could effectively predict and catch diseases at their earliest stages — think of it as a personal healthcare assistant that never sleeps. He even mentioned the detection of stage zero cancer, which sounds hopeful enough to raise eyebrows and maybe chuckle at how far technology can take us. Perhaps one day, people will look back and say, “Stage zero? Why stop there?” It still sounds a bit like magic, but in a world where smartphones have more power than the computers used to land humans on the moon, why not?

So, whether one decides to get on board with living to 100 is ultimately a personal decision. This is a classic moment where fact seems stranger than fiction, although still peering into the mysterious and sometimes comical world of medical technology. As Hannity’s new podcast explores these topics, it’s a reminder to enjoy life’s current offerings, while at the same time, tiptoeing through the bewildering possibilities the future holds. Remember to subscribe and stay informed — who knows, there might be a podcast episode in the future about choosing to live even longer.