A Podcast Cut Short – But Why?
Podcasts are meant to be deep, engaging conversations, but what happens when the guest decides to walk out mid-way? Well, that’s exactly what Bryan Johnson, the tech millionaire and anti-ageing enthusiast, did during his recent podcast with Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath. And the reason? India’s air pollution.
Bryan Johnson’s Big Concern: Air Quality
During his visit to India, Johnson was excited to sit down for a chat with Nikhil Kamath. However, things took a turn when he started feeling extremely uncomfortable due to the air quality inside the studio.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Bryan explained why he had to leave the session early. He 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.”
AQI Levels Inside the Studio Shocked Him
Bryan Johnson, who is highly conscious about his health and longevity, was stunned by the Air Quality Index (AQI) inside the recording room. He revealed that the AQI was 130 and PM2.5 levels were at 75 µg/m³, which he compared to smoking 3.4 cigarettes in a 24-hour period.
The impact on his body was almost immediate. He shared that just after three days in India, he experienced skin rashes, burning eyes, and throat irritation due to the pollution.
Shocked by India’s Air Pollution Normalization
One of the things that puzzled Johnson the most was how normalized air pollution seemed to be in India. He observed that people were running outdoors, children were exposed to polluted air from birth, and hardly anyone wore masks to protect themselves.
“It was so confusing,” he stated, wondering why more people weren’t concerned about the health effects of such severe pollution levels.
Calls Out India’s Government on Pollution Crisis
Johnson also didn’t shy away from questioning India’s leadership on why they weren’t treating air pollution as a national emergency.
“I don’t know what interests, money and power keep things the way they are, but it’s really bad for the entire country,” he remarked, expressing his disappointment at the lack of significant action against this crisis.
Comparing India’s Pollution to America’s Obesity Problem
After returning to the United States, Johnson found himself looking at a different but equally alarming issue—obesity. He compared India’s pollution crisis to the obesity epidemic in America, pointing out that 42.4% of Americans are obese.
He noted, “In many contexts, obesity is worse than air pollution in the long term.” This comparison sparked even more debate online.
Internet Reacts: Mixed Opinions
As expected, Johnson’s post stirred strong reactions on social media. Some users dismissed his concerns, saying things like, “Bro, just chill out. Stop measuring the air quality everywhere you go and start enjoying the place.”
Others, however, saw merit in his argument and questioned, “What steps are needed to improve the air quality, especially in metros?”
Final Thoughts: A Wake-Up Call?
Bryan Johnson’s decision to walk out of the podcast may have been surprising, but it has certainly reignited the conversation about air pollution in India. While some see his remarks as exaggerated, others believe that his concerns highlight a serious health crisis that needs immediate attention.
So, was Bryan overreacting, or did he just say what many ignore? Let us know what you think!
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