Tue Feb 04 09:37:14 UTC 2025: ## Biohacking Billionaire Walks Out of Podcast Due to India’s Air Pollution
**Bengaluru, India – February 4, 2025** – Biohacking enthusiast and billionaire Bryan Johnson abruptly ended an interview on Nikhil Kamath’s podcast, “WTF is,” citing dangerously high levels of air pollution. Johnson, known for his rigorous “Project Blueprint” aimed at reversing aging, reported an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 130 and PM2.5 levels of 75 µg/m³, equivalent to smoking 3.4 cigarettes daily, during the recording.
He stated on social media that the poor air quality, which he believes is largely normalized in India, caused a skin rash, burning eyes, and throat irritation. Johnson’s concerns highlight the significant public health crisis posed by air pollution in India. While the exact location of the interview remains unconfirmed, speculation points to Bengaluru, given Kamath’s residence there.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), India faces unhealthy levels of PM2.5, a highly harmful pollutant linked to premature death, respiratory illnesses, and cardiovascular diseases. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) considers a healthy PM2.5 level to be significantly lower than the levels Johnson reported. The Lancet journal estimates that ambient air pollution caused nearly one million deaths in India in 2019 alone, while the Air Quality Life Index (AQLI) labels India the world’s most polluted country, reducing life expectancy by an average of 5.3 years.
Johnson’s experience has sparked significant online discussion, with “Bryan Johnson” trending on Google. His outspoken criticism underscores the urgent need to address India’s severe air pollution problem and its devastating impact on public health. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the pervasive nature of the issue and its far-reaching consequences.
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