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DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast

Kira Dineen, Gene Pool Media

Discover New Advances in the world of genetics, from technology like CRISPR to rare diseases to new research. For over a decade, multi-award winning podcast ”DNA Today” has brought you the voices of leaders in genetics. Host Kira Dineen brings her genetics expertise to interview geneticists, genetic counselors, patient advocates, biotech leaders, researchers, and more.***Best 2020, 2021, and 2022 Science and Medicine Podcast Award Winner***Learn more (and stream all 365+ episodes) at DNAtoday.com

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38:38

#228 Trisomy 13 and Trisomy 18 with Divya Ramachandra

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/03/17

Update: One of our recurrent guests genetic counselor and fellow podcaster Laura Hercher had a couple important thoughts after listening to our episode we want to share. Laura has been a guest on Episodes 157 & 191 where she has shared her insight on abortion bans including Texas SB 8 and the overturn of Roe v. Wade. “I understand the reasons for moving our language away from terms like ‘lethal’ or ‘incompatible with life’, but we are also now faced with multiple states where only a lethal

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30:50

#227 Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophies with Louise...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/03/10

In this episode, we are exploring limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD). Joining us for this conversation are two experts, Dr. Louise Rodino-Klapac, and genetic counselor Livija Medne. Dr. Louise Rodino-Klapac is the Executive Vice President, Head of R&D and Chief Scientific Officer at Sarepta Therapeutics who has 15 years of experience researching and studying LGMD. She is renowned for her work in molecular genetics and gene therapy. Her pioneering research is the foundation for five of our

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45:53

#226 NICU Whole Genome Sequencing with Hong Li and...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/03/03

Can rapid whole genome sequencing (WGS) be utilized in the NICU setting? We explore in this podcast episode! Joining us for this episode is Dr. Hong Li, a clinical geneticist at Emory University. Our other expert is a recurring guest, world-renowned geneticist Dr. Madhuri Hegde. She serves as the Senior Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer of Global Lab Services at PerkinElmer Genomics, a global leader in genetic and genomic testing focused on rare diseases, inherited disorders, newborn

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37:34

#225 Fetal Antigen Noninvasive Prenatal Testing...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/02/24

Last episode we learned about non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) for recessive conditions through BillionToOne’s UNITY Screen. Jen Hoskovec, Senior Director of Medical Affairs at BillionToOne, is back for this episode where we are exploring NIPT for fetal antigen. Jen is BillionToOne’s Senior Director of Medical Affairs. Jennifer Hoskovec, MS, CGC, joined BillionToOne as the Senior Director of Medical Affairs in July 2020. As a certified genetic counselor with over 17 years of clinical

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37:34

#224 Single-Gene Noninvasive Prenatal Testing (NIPT)...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/02/17

In this episode we are learning about UNITY Screen non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT) for recessive conditions. Joining our host Kira Dineen are two experts from BillionToOne, the CEO Oguzhan Atay and the Senior Director of Medical Affairs, Jen Hoskovec. Stay tuned for our part two about their new fetal antigen NIPT! Oguzhan Atay, PhD, BillionToOne co-founder, has led the company since its inception and raised more than $200M in funding including from venture capital funds and investors who

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01:05:24

#223 PhenoTips: Rare Disease Diagnosis Workflow

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/02/10

Happy Rare Disease Month! With over 10,000 rare diseases, reaching a diagnosis is a long and arduous process for the 300 million people affected by a rare disease worldwide. Advancements in technology, bioinformatics, and improved collaboration hold the promise to end or reduce this diagnostic odyssey; however, valuable diagnostic data still remains siloed and fragmented within healthcare systems. To illuminate the ways in which interoperability can be harnessed to drive diagnosis, DNA Today host

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39:48

#222 Wilson’s Disease with Naseem Amin

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/02/03

We are kicking off Rare Disease Month by talking about Wilson’s disease, a rare, inherited disorder that causes copper to accumulate in the liver, brain, and other vital organs. It is inherited in an autosomal recessive pattern and left untreated, Wilson’s disease can be fatal. Joining us for this episode is Naseem Amin, the CEO of Orphalan, which develops and commercializes treatments for orphan/rare diseases. In this episode we are exploring Wilson’s disease and the FDA-approved treatment,

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39:34

#221 Genetic Counseling in South Africa with Samantha...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/01/27

In this episode we are chatting about the genetic counseling field in South Africa! Joining us for this discussion are two guests from the University of Cape Town (UTC), current student, Samantha Bayley, and UCT-professor, Tina-Marié Wessels. Special thanks to our social media intern, Kajal Patel, for recommending Samantha and Tina for this episode! Samantha Bayley is currently a second-year student in the MMedSc Genetic Counselling Program at the University of Cape Town. Originally from

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38:02

#220 Microfluidics with Franz Pruefer

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/01/20

This week we’re discussing all things microfluidics! Joining us for this discussion is Franz Pruefer. He is the Co-Founder of Maxwerk Bio which has a pipeline of biotech diagnostic and therapeutic devices. Franz is also the Co-Founder of CERTESS Therapeutics an early stage Cell Therapy Company in stealth mode based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Under the pharmaceutical division, Maxwerk supplies injectable and solid dose manufacturing machinery, and pharmaceutical engineering and construction. Their

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36:05

#219 It Happened To Me Podcast: Genetic Counselors...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/01/13

A new year means a new podcast! We are thrilled to announce that our host, Kira Dineen, is a co-producer of a new rare disease and medical challenges podcast called, It Happened To Me. In celebration of the launch we wanted to share an upcoming episode of the podcast where the hosts Cathy Gildenhorn and Beth Glassman interviewed Kira Dineen. There will also be another episode on the show where they flip roles and Kira interviews Cathy and Beth about their patient advocacy and stories. Hope you

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33:14

#218 LEND Program with Betsy Humphreys, Karen Volle &...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2023/01/06

Happy New Year! Joining us for the first episode of 2023 is Betsy Humphreys, Karen Volle and Karina Mancini, who will share their experience with the New Hampshire-Maine Leadership Education Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) and the New England Regional Genetics Network programs, and how they relate to genetics advocacy. Elizabeth Humphreys is the Director of the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) Program at the University of New Hampshire, a graduate leadership

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36:39

#217 SynGAP1 with Mike Graglia and Elli Brimble

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2022/12/30

Patient advocate, Mike Graglia, and genetic counselor, Elli Brimble, join DNA Today for a conversation about SYNGAP1-related non-syndromic intellectual disability, a rare genetic disorder caused by a variant on the SYNGAP1 gene. Mike Graglia has always worked on complicated problems – he can’t help himself. So when his son was diagnosed with SYNGAP1 in 2018, he founded the SynGAP Research Fund and continues to lead it as a volunteer. Mike has been trying to make the world a better place for a

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33:35

#216 African American Ancestry with Nicka Smith

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2022/12/23

Nicka Smith (she/her), a pro genealogist with over 20 years of experience, joins DNA Today for our second to last episode of the year! She is the host of BlackProGen LIVE, a web series focused on genealogy and family history with a special focus on people of color. Nicka Smith is a professional photographer, speaker, host, consultant, and documentarian with more than 20 years of experience as a genealogist. She has extensive experience in African ancestored genealogy, reverse genealogy, and is

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31:58

#215 Preventative Health via Whole Exome Sequencing

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2022/12/16

Our guest today is Dahlia Attia-King, Founder and CEO of Panacea. Panacea’s mission is to improve access and utilization of genetic testing by offering affordable whole exome sequencing, physician oversight, and genetic counseling all in a 10 minute workflow. This week we are chatting about utilizing whole exome sequencing for preventive health. Dahlia’s education in biology and experience working with genetic laboratories exposed her to the reality that many middlemen stood in the way of

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#214 2022 Genetics Wrapped with Eric Green

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2022/12/09

Are you seeking a position as a Genetic Assistant? People in these vital roles aid with clinical and research patient communication, data entry, genetic testing coordination, and administrative tasks. Therefore training is key! We recommend The Genetic Assistant Online Training Program at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. This online program provides knowledge and skills to learners considering Genetic Assistant positions or those recently hired into these roles who need job training

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31:37

#213 Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia and Gender with...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2022/12/02

It’s December which means Spotify Wrapped was announced! If you are one of the 2,616 people that had us on your Spotify Wrapped Podcast section, tag us in your story or post for a shoutout on the show! Thanks to Maya, Em, Carly, Allison and LittleDipperPomskies, for already sharing. For those that don’t follow us on social media @DNATodayPodcast, here are this year’s highlights…So far this year we have produced 1,747 minutes of new content, that’s nearly 30 straight hours. And it’s more than 98%

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31:20

#212 NSGC Recap 2022

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2022/11/20

We are recapping and reflecting on the National Society of Genetic Counselors 41st Annual conference, which was just held in Nashville. Some attendees joined in virtually and others, like myself, joined in person. It was incredible to meet so many of you listeners. I am already looking forward to NSGC 2023 in Chicago in October. If I didn’t get a chance to say hi to you, or you couldn’t attend the conference, email me at info@DNAtoday.com. I’d love to connect and also add you to our email newsletter

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#211 Jorge Contreras on The Genome Defense

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2022/11/18

Our guest in this episode is Jorge Contreras, author of The Genome Defense. In this riveting, behind-the-scenes courtroom drama, a brilliant legal team battles corporate greed and government overreach for the fundamental right to control our genes. We’re giving away 5 copies of The Genome Defense, so be sure to check out our social media accounts for the giveaway details. If you don’t win, you can get a copy here. When you buy a copy of the book, half of the proceeds are donated to FORCE, an

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34:03

#210 Reproductive Medicine Family History with...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2022/11/11

After two years of virtual NSGC conferences, I can’t wait to see many of you in Nashville next week! Say “hi” if you see me! If you want to be featured in our NSGC recap episodes, let me know. I would love to capture your impression of the conference to feature on the episode. Maybe you will get DNA Today merch in exchange… I will be spending a lot of time in the exhibit hall, so look for me there. As some of you may know our host, Kira Dineen, is a prenatal genetic counselor! Today’s episode

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33:53

#209 Aspects of Quality Genetic Testing with...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2022/11/04

When our host, Kira Dineen, began her career as a genetic counselor she was mostly starting from scratch because the private practice she works at hadn’t had a genetic counselor in two years. So she met with a bunch of labs to ask them about their tests so she could decide who she would be ordering from. As a brand new genetic counselor, it was hard for Kira to figure out what the important aspects of genetic testing were, so she wanted to dive into what makes a quality genetic test in this episode

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