This documentary was #1 on Netflix and explores the impact the serial sperm donor, Jonathan Jacob Meijer, has on countless families including our guest Laura, joined by Eve Wiley who was donor conceived herself.
#299 Genetic Causes of Epilepsy with Dr. Mattison, Dr. Oliveira and Ana Rita
The role of the ATP6V0C gene in epilepsy is explored with researcher Dr. Kari Mattison and v-ATPase Alliance’s Dr. Luis Miguel Oliveira and Ana Rita.
#298 Genetic Counselors Role in Insurance with Stephanie Gandomi
Her previous roles in insurance include being the first genetic counselor at Blue Shield of California and the Director of Genetics at UnitedHealthcare.
#297 Exome Reanalysis with Ambry Genetics
The “Patient For Life” exome reanalysis program is explored with Ambry Genetics’ Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Elizabeth Chao, and the VP of Medical Affairs and a seasoned Genetic Counselor, Kelly Hagman.
#296 Epigenetics and Beyond: Dr. John Greally's Journey
Exploring genomics while serving communities in The Bronx, the evolving study of epigenetics, and learning through personal insight from a clinical geneticist.
#295 Genetic Counseling Board Exam Updates with ABGC
ABGC’s current President, Angela Trepanier, and the Executive Director, Heather Rich, share insider info about changes to the boards in the last year to prepare test takers.
#294 Newborn Screening for Cancer Disposition with Dr. Lisa Diller
Dana-Farber/Boston Children’s Dr. Lisa Diller provides insight on newborn screening for childhood cancer conditions like retinoblastoma and Li-Fraumeni syndrome.
#293 Smith-Magenis Syndrome with Parent Scotti Taylor
An advocate and parent shares her personal journey and insights about her adult daughter who was recently diagnosed with SMS.
#292 TALEN® Gene Editing Technology with Cellectis
Dr. Julien Valton, explains how TALEN® gene editing technology works, what conditions are currently being worked on and the future of gene editing.
#291 AFAP with Advocate Dan Dry Dock Shockley
A retired Navy veteran shares his experience of living with attenuated familial adenomatous polyposis (AFAP).
#290 Genetic Ethics with Dr. Arthur Caplan
Renowned bioethicist and a pivotal figure in the field of medical ethics, Dr. Arthur Caplan talks CRIPSR, AI and IVF bioethics.
#289 CRISPR Cured Victoria Gray’s Sickle Cell: Part 2
Part two of our interview with Victoria Gray, the first person who has been cured with a genetic condition (sickle cell) using CRISPR. She shares the process of the CRISPR treatment and her (lack of) symptoms.
#288 CRISPR Cured Victoria Gray’s Sickle Cell: Part 1
Victoria Gray is the FIRST person to be cured with a genetic condition using CRISPR, in part one of this interview she shares about her sickle cell pain crises and medical racism experiences prior to being cured.
#287 Familial Hypercholesterolemia with Jess and Julie
Jess shares her family’s unexpected diagnosis with Familial Hypercholesterolemia and she is joined by her genetic counselor who was instrumental in the process.
#286 Qatar Genome Program with Dr. Said Ismail
The largest genome sequencing initiative in the Middle East and the first whole-genome sequencing operation in the region to study Qatari and Arab genomes.
#285 AI To Enhance Variant Curation with Daniel Uribe
A follow up interview to our most streamed episode of 2023 to explore how AI can be used as a tool to prioritize or curate variants from genetic testing.
#284 IVF Implications of Alabama's Frozen Embryo Ruling with Laura Hercher
How could the Alabama Supreme Court rule, that frozen embryos are people, affect IVF for all Americans? Expert Laura Hercher explores the potential impact on reproductive rights and legal challenges. All in this podcast episode.
#283 Cardiogenetics with Blueprint Genetics
Exploring the intricate nexus of genetics and cardiac health with expert counselors Julie Hathaway and Susan Christian, unraveling insights and strategies to navigate genetic testing in cardiovascular conditions.
#282 The Evolution of Caring for Females With OTC Deficiency
Exploring the evolution of caring for females with Ornithine Transcarbamylase Deficiency with Drs. Annette Feigenbaum and Joshua Baker.
#281 Tay-Sachs with Dr. Matthew Goldstein
Episode drop of “It Happened To Me” sharing the story of a heartbreaking Tay Sachs diagnosis inspiring a career in carrier screening.