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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 380+ episodes) at DNAtoday.com

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42:22

#386 Achondroplasia Beyond Height: Managing Lifelong...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/03/20

What does it mean to truly care for a child with achondroplasia beyond just their growth differences? Achondroplasia is the most common form of skeletal dysplasia, but it is so much more than height. Children and adults with achondroplasia can have medical complications that require lifelong monitoring and the need for lifelong multidisciplinary care.This is the second episode in our three-part series on achondroplasia, sponsored by BioMarin. In our first episode, (Episode 359 of DNA Today) Dr

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45:16

#385 Inside ACMG 2026: How AI and New Tools Enhance...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/03/14

To recap the vibrant American College of Medical Genetics (ACMG) held in Baltimore, host Kira Dineen is joined by presenters to capture what they spoke about at the conference! We explore the latest advancements in whole genomic sequencing (WGS) including the integration of newer tools like optical genome mapping (OGM), long-read sequencing and RNA sequencing. Then we learn about how AI is helping to sift through all the data provided by WGS by prioritizing variants so genomic analysts can find

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25:35

#384 Beyond DNA: How RNAseq Resolves VUS and Shortens...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/03/06

Despite our podcast name, we’re going beyond DNA in this episode and into the next frontier of genetic diagnostics: RNA sequencing and multi-omics.While DNA sequencing often reveals variants of uncertain significance (VUS), RNA sequencing provides functional evidence that can resolve uncertainty, uncover splicing abnormalities, and ultimately shorten the diagnostic odyssey for patients with rare diseases. Joining for this in-person podcast episode is Dr. Christine Eng, Chief Medical Officer and

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31:51

#383 Inside the Brazilian Rare Genomes Project

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/02/27

As Rare Disease Month comes to a close and Rare Disease Day approaches, we are turning our focus beyond the United States to explore what rare disease care looks like in Brazil, and how genomics is reshaping the diagnostic journey.In this episode, we take a deep dive into the rare disease landscape in Brazil, including how patients access genetic testing within a public healthcare system, the barriers families face compared to those in the U.S., and how whole genome sequencing (WGS) is

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22:34

#382 “The Persistence Lab” Episode 1 — Can We Find...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/02/20

We are ecstatic to finally share that our host Kira Dineen is also hosting a brand new podcast that just launched, The Persistence Lab. This podcast, sponsored by AbbVie, pulls back the curtain on the hard, human work of health care innovation. Each episode dives into a real problem in medicine or health care and follows the people who are working to develop solutions. With immersive sound design and a three-act structure that puts story first, this series showcases the fresh thinking, bold

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28:17

#381 Charles Darwin’s Legacy: What He Got Right &...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/02/13

In celebration of Charles Darwin’s birthday on February 12th, we participated in Humanists and Freethinkers of Fairfield County’s (HFFC) of Connecticut’s Darwin Day event! HFFC brought together science nerds to learn about evolution. In this special live episode of DNA Today, we’re sharing highlights from HFFC’s 18th Annual Darwin Day Dinner in Connecticut, a celebration of curiosity, science, and scientists held the Saturday before Darwin’s birthday on February 12th. Our host Kira Dineen led a live

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64:41

#380 “Rare Rebels”: When Parents Drive Science, The...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/02/06

To kick off Rare Disease Month we are thrilled to share the pilot of the newest podcast in our Gene Pool Media science podcast network, Rare Rebels. The Rare Rebels™ Podcast shares raw, unscripted conversations with patients, caregivers, researchers, and advocates who are changing the future of rare disease. Through these real voices, Rare Rebels builds understanding, inspires action, and drives change. The host Melody Joy Paine is a thought provoking and empathic interview. It is not

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33:56

#379 Global Cancer Diagnostics: Building High-Quality...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/01/30

As we approach World Cancer Day on February 4th, this episode of DNA Today takes a global look at how cancer diagnostics are evolving, not just in research settings, but in real-world clinical laboratories where innovation must meet reliability, scalability, and patient impact.In this conversation, we bring together three experts from around the world working at the intersection of oncology diagnostics, sequencing technology, and clinical implementation. Joining us from Portugal is Dr. Jorge Lima

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32:55

#378 Why This Week’s NIH Funding Vote Matters for...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/01/24

January 30th, 2026 Update: Another wonderful update, the U.S. Senate passed legislation that advances top priorities for the rare disease community, including strong medical research funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and across the federal government. The next step for the bill is to go back the U.S. House of Representatives for final passage. Urge your representatives to pass this legislation, MDA made it easy to do so here. January 24th, 2026 Update: Great news, the House of

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30:35

#377 Integrating Pharmacogenomics (PGX) into Elder Care

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/01/23

What happens when a loved one is trying to age at home, their memory is changing, and their medications suddenly start causing more harm than help? In this episode of DNA Today, we’re talking about aging in place, memory care, and an often-overlooked piece of the puzzle, how someone’s genetics can affect the way they respond to medications later in life. Our guest is Michele Magner, a Certified Dementia Practitioner, caregiver advocate, and educator who works closely with families navigating

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34:43

#376 Why Females with Fabry Disease Aren’t “Just...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/01/16

What does Fabry disease really look like across patients—and why is it so often misunderstood? In this episode of DNA Today, we’re taking a deep dive into Fabry disease, a rare X-linked lysosomal storage disorder with highly variable presentations, especially between genders.Joining us is Dr. Amy Kritzer, a clinical geneticist and a leading expert in metabolic disorders in Boston, Massachusetts. We explore why the “carrier” label doesn’t apply to females, the challenges of delayed diagnosis, and

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26:53

#375 How Your Publication Can Fuel Genetic Innovation

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/01/09

What drives scientific discovery, and how do those discoveries evolve into treatments that transform lives?In this in-person episode of DNA Today, we’re exploring the human side of science: the curiosity, collaboration, and persistence that fuel discovery. This episode is part of a special partnership with The Advanced Portfolio from Wiley, a collection of world-leading scientific journals bridging disciplines to accelerate progress in biology, genetics, and medicine. We’re joined by two guests

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45:07

#374 The Eras of Genetic Testing: From the Human...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2026/01/02

What if we looked at genetic testing not just as a tool, but as a story unfolding through eras of innovation, access, and personal meaning? To explore the genetic testing landscape over the last couple decades we are joined by a fellow podcaster Rome Madison, who is also a precision medicine expert and longtime industry leader with extensive experience working in diagnostics and precision medicine. Rome has trained sales teams, helped launch groundbreaking cancer diagnostics, and now hosts

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42:50

#373 Mock Pediatric Genetic Counseling Session:...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2025/12/26

This is our sixth installment in our Mock Genetic Counseling Session Series! In this episode, genetic counselor Charlotte Close and student Marcely Ventura perform a mock genetic counseling session. The session indication is an abnormal newborn screening result for cystic fibrosis. This session was recorded in-person, providing a more dynamic and engaging learning experience therefore, we highly recommend watching it on YouTube to fully immerse yourself in the interaction. We hope this series

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47:36

#372 Fighting for Time: Hunter Syndrome, Gene Therapy...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2025/12/19

What do you do when your family is faced with a rare disease that has no cure, and every day truly matters?In this episode of DNA Today, we focus on Hunter syndrome (MPS II), a rare, progressive genetic condition that primarily affects children and leads to serious physical, neurological, and developmental challenges over time. Our guest is Kristin McKay, Executive Director of Project Alive, a nonprofit organization dedicated to accelerating treatments, expanding access to care, and supporting

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35:10

#371 Growing Old Too Fast: A Mother’s Fight for...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2025/12/12

In this special episode recorded live at the New England Regional Genetics Group (NERGG) conference, we sit down with Geana Dyer, BS, RN, Founder of the Cockayne Syndrome Foundation and mother to 5-year-old Ronin, who lives with Cockayne Syndrome (CS). Geana shares her family’s personal journey from diagnosis to advocacy, offering a raw, insightful look at parenting through uncertainty while building a global support community for families affected by this ultra-rare condition.Geana presented at

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72:46

#370 Genetics Wrapped: 2025 Top Advances in Genomic...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2025/12/05

To celebrate the year coming to an end, we are reflecting back on the top genetics and genomics news stories during 2025, and making predictions for 2026. The top stories we chatted about are from the American Journal of Human Genetics’ “Genomic medicine year in review: 2025” paper. Joining me for this discussion are two leaders in genomics: Drs. Sarah Tishkoff and Eric Green. In this reflective conversation, Kira Dineen, Dr. Sarah Tishkoff, and Dr. Eric Green discuss the significant

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30:17

#369 Grant Funding for Genetic Counselors: Advice...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2025/11/28

What would you do if you had millions of dollars in funding to transform the future of genetic counseling? Few in our field have successfully taken on that challenge, and Dr. Kathleen Valverde is one of them; she has secured two groundbreaking grants totaling almost $20 MILLION. We sat down with her in-person for this episode to hear her advice on acquiring grant funding and the profound impact it can have on advancing our profession. Episode Topics Discussed: Kathy's Motivation and

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36:42

#368 Mock Prenatal Genetic Counseling Session:...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2025/11/21

This is our fifth installment in our Mock Genetic Counseling Session Series! In this episode, prenatal genetic counselor Brittany Gancarz and student Victoria Russo perform a mock genetic counseling session. The session indication is an abnormal ultrasound finding of an increased nuchal translucency. This session was recorded in-person, providing a more dynamic and engaging learning experience therefore, we highly recommend watching it on YouTube to fully immerse yourself in the interaction. We

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47:18

#367 “Gods and Genes”: A Podcast Exploring Science &...

DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast ·

2025/11/14

Science and religion don’t have to be in conflict. In this special crossover, we premiere the pilot episode of “Gods and Genes”, a new brand podcast in the Gene Pool Media network hosted by Amber Sher, MS, CGC. Our host Kira Dineen interviews Amber about the conversations that emerge when genomics meets spirituality, from how clinicians respectfully engage with patients’ beliefs to how our own worldviews shape care at the bedside.Amber shares her personal background growing up in a religiously

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