Transhumanist thinker and advocate Misha Batin dives into Bryan Johnson’s ambitious program, “Don’t Die”, offering a critical evaluation of its ideological and practical components. Here’s the breakdown of Batin’s analysis:
“My secret plan is for Don’t Die to become the most influential ideology in the world by 2027.”
Batin’s Rating: 10/10
For its focus on immortalism, bold ambition, and positioning ideology at the forefront. The mention of a “secret” plan is intriguing and strategic.
“Our existence depends on it.”
Batin’s Rating: 10/10
Commended for accurately capturing the existential stakes of the moment.
“For 2,500 years, the history of humanity has been shaped by ideologies… But none of these systems is aligned with the present moment.”
Batin’s Rating: 9/10
Acknowledges the truth but points out the lack of deeper analysis on why outdated systems still govern global dynamics.
“The question we face — what should people who create superintelligence do? — is the most important in this part of the galaxy.”
Batin’s Rating: 10/10
Praised for originality and a sharp focus on the central problem of the 21st century.
“New eras demand new ideologies. What we have now is outdated and inadequate.”
Batin’s Rating: 8/10
Strong statement, but would benefit from addressing why these outdated ideologies persist despite their inadequacy.
“Don’t Die is the answer. It’s the most-played game on Earth — by every person, every second of every day.”
Batin’s Rating: 10/10
Applauds the framing of “not dying” as a universal, unifying desire. Recognizes the philosophical shift towards infinite existence embedded in the message.
“Don’t Die is the next major world ideology. It’s the operating system humanity needs… a fight against our self-destructive tendencies.”
Batin’s Rating: 9/10
A solid framework, though lacking sufficient emphasis on the tangible aspect of individual longevity.
Mission of Don’t Die: Don’t die alone. Don’t kill each other. Don’t destroy the planet. Align AI with Don’t Die.
Batin’s Rating: 7/10
Critiqued for being too simplistic and lacking the depth or compelling logic needed to inspire transformative action.
“What does it mean to play Don’t Die? First, we play; then, for real.”
Batin’s Rating: 10/10
Recognized as a brilliant metaphor that blends philosophy and practicality.
“Over the past four years, I’ve committed to becoming the most ‘non-dying’ person in history.”
Batin’s Rating: 7/10
Acknowledges the personal dedication but critiques the lack of universal applicability or relatable insights for ordinary people.
“Aging is a form of death. Some things accelerate it (smoking, sleep deprivation), and some things slow it down (exercise, proper nutrition).”
Batin’s Rating: 3/10
Criticized for oversimplifying aging as a process influenced primarily by external factors. Points out the scientific oversight of aging as an inherent biological property.
“Working with a team of medical experts, I eliminated everything that accelerates aging and adopted everything that slows it down.”
Batin’s Rating: 2/10
Heavily criticized for making unsupported claims. Questions the scientific validity of such measures and highlights inconsistencies (e.g., the role of oxygen, water, and glucose in aging).
P.S. “And there’s a new movie to watch with him? Oh, the drama continues…”
Conclusion:
Misha Batin appreciates the ambition and philosophical underpinnings of Johnson’s program but critiques its overreliance on superficial fixes and lack of scientific rigor. The strong points — ideology, existential framing, and the universality of “not dying” — are overshadowed by gaps in logical consistency and practical application.
