Best Genomic Security Podcasts (2025)

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Why Athletes Collapse 34:18

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The genetic clues behind sudden cardiac arrest in young individuals Every so often, we see headlines about an elite athlete collapsing mid-game. The crowd goes silent, emergency crews rush to the field, and everyone’s left wondering: how could this happen? The truth is, sometimes a hidden heart condition written deep in our DNA will unmask itself o…

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Genetics and the Silver Screen 31:57

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How medical dramas shape the way we think about genomics Medical dramas have been a staple of television for decades, from iconic primetime hits like Grey’s Anatomy and HOUSE, to newer favorites like The Pitt. It’s easy to get swept up in the high-stakes surgeries, love triangles, and melodramatoc monologues– but when it comes to the science, a sec…

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Babies and Breakthroughs 31:03

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How new genomic approaches are helping diagnose and treat our tiniest patients Welcoming a new baby brings boundless love, joy, and the usual sleepless nights of early parenthood. But in the NICU, when a newborn is unexpectedly sick, it’s the uncertainty that keep parents awake. In this episode, our investigation takes us inside the neonatal intens…

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Poo Dunnit 32:41

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How wastewater surveillance is tracking diseases outbreaks When you flush your toilet, where does the waste go? Down the pipes, through the sewers, and into a… lab? That’s right, hidden in our collective waste is a archive of genomic clues revealing our health, habits, and maybe even happiness levels. In this episode, host Dr. Kaylee Byers teams up…

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Decoded: The Future of Health with guest Professor Robert Green 30:50

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Join us on Decoded: The Future of Health as we dive into the transformative field of genomic medicine with Professor Robert Green, Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, medical geneticist, and physician-scientist. As Director of the Genomes2People Research Program at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, the Broad Institute, and Harvard Medical …

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Welcome to ‘Nice Genes!’ Season 5 2:03

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Every mystery leaves a trail of clues. Fingerprints, call logs, maybe some tire tracks… or, of course, DNA. And when it comes to mysteries about our health, there are no shortages of leads to chase. This season, join host, Dr. –or Detective– Kaylee Byers and the Nice Genes! CSI unit as we investigate the genomic breadcrumbs shaping the way we age, …

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Spaced Out! 8:27

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Houston, we have… a microbe? A mysterious bacterial species has shown up aboard China’s Tiangong Space Station, and Dr. Kaylee Byers and Sarah Lando are hopping into the Nice Genes! mothership to investigate. Where did this intriguing new organism come from? Did it evolve in orbit? And what does it mean for the future of space travel? Click here fo…

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Roach Encroach: How we made cockroaches the ultimate pest 6:47

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German cockroaches are notorious for making themselves at home in our kitchens and bathrooms, but how did they become such persistent pests? Dr. Kaylee Byers and Sarah Lando explore the fascinating genomics behind this unwanted guest—and why we’re partly to blame. Resources: 1.Solving the 250-year-old mystery of the origin and global spread of the …

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Genomic Repeat: The Devil’s In the Details - The Importance of Biodiversity 40:13

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The Importance of Biodiversity Description: This episode was originally released on October 31, 2022 Conservation is often about protecting the species that still wander around our Earth. But what about those that once did but have gone extinct? In this Halloween-inspired episode, we take a look into how one spooky idea has gone from science fictio…

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Mutton, the Woolly Dog: How one dog's DNA is stitching together history 5:42

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Mutton was one of the last of the Salish Woolly Dogs– a breed raised by Indigenous Coast Salish communities before colonization led to its disappearance. Sarah Lando and Dr. Kaylee Byers delve into how genome sequencing is helping uncover the Woolly Dog’s legacy—and could even lead to its revival. Resources: 1. The history of Coast Salish “woolly d…

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Genomic Repeat: Bananageddon - Challenging assumptions around food security 33:31

6M ago33:31

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This episode was originally released on September 19, 2023 Is the world running out of bananas? Well, no. Not…yet — but nature is flashing a big, yellow, squishy "caution" sign. In this episode, Dr. Kaylee Byers peels away our assumptions about food security by looking at bananas. Venturing Down Under, we connect with Dr. James Dale from Queensland…

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The Vitamin Verdict: How multivitamins affect your health 7:55

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The food supplement industry rakes in billions of dollars every year. So with so much money being spent on things like vitamins, they must be worth it, right? Right?! Dr. Kaylee Byers and Sarah Lando give you the down low on what’s good for you– and what’s just good for business. Resources: 1. Is There Really Any Benefit to Multivitamins? – Hopkins…

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Decoded: The Future of Health with guest Dominik Thor 38:53

7M ago38:53

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Join us on Decoded: The Future of Health as we dive into the educational side of Longevity science with Dominik Thor. Dominik is the President of the Geneva College of Longevity Science and co-founder of Tomorrowlabs, a biotechnology company pioneering cellular regeneration technologies. He bridges academia and industry to advance healthy aging sol…

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Decoded: The Future of Health with guest Dr. Brian Kennedy 35:11

7M ago35:11

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Join us on Decoded: The Future of Health as we dive into the transformative fields of Longevity science with Dr. Brian Kennedy, Distinguished Professor of Biochemistry and Physiology at the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Director of the Centre for Healthy Longevity, leading translational research to delay aging and extend healthspan. In…

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Decoded: The Future of Health with guest Ali Hashemi 41:55

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Join us on Decoded: The Future of Health as we dive into the world of healthcare innovation with Ali Hashemi, a visionary serial entrepreneur and CEO of meta[bolic], a hybrid healthcare platform revolutionizing metabolic disease management. In this episode, explore how AI, wearables, and behavior-driven clinical care can be harnessed to transform l…

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Decoded: The Future of Health with guest Professor Nir Barzilai 43:36

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Join us on Decoded: The Future of Health as we explore the cutting-edge science of longevity with Dr. Nir Barzilai, a pioneering researcher in the genetics of human aging. As President of the Academy for Health and Lifespan Research and Director of the Institute for Aging Research at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Dr. Barzilai has transformed…

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Decoded: The Future of Health with hosts Dr. Vinod Gauba and Alex Kummerman 0:16

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Join us on our talks with leading experts in the field of Longevity and Healthspan science to learn about the future of healthcare from the people leading the way there. Discover groundbreaking insights into the science of aging, advanced technologies for life extension, and strategies to optimize your healthspan. In Decoded: The Future of Health, …

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Decoded: The Future of Health with guest Dr. Nicole Sirotin 40:54

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Join us on Decoded: The Future of Health as we dive into the transformative fields of Longevity science with Dr. Nicole Sirotin, an award-winning physician and global pioneer in chronic disease prevention and reversal. As CEO of the Institute for Healthier Living Abu Dhabi and former Chair of Preventive Medicine at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Dr. S…

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Decoded, the future of health with guest Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi 21:29

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In this episode of Decoded: The Future of Health, Dr. Gauba and Alex sit down with Marwan Abdulaziz Janahi, Senior Vice President of Dubai Science Park and Head of Dubai Knowledge Park and Dubai Academic City. A visionary trailblazer in biotechnology and a key architect of Dubai’s industrial strategy for pharmaceuticals and healthcare, Marwan has b…

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Decoded, the future of health, with Guest Phil Newman 39:21

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Join us on Decoded: The Future of Health as we dive into the transformative fields of Longevity science with a pioneer in the longevity industry, Phil Newman. Phil is the Editor-in-Chief of Longevity.Technology and CEO of First Longevity, a platform bridging innovators and investors to commercialize longevity-focused startups with over 25 years of …

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Decoded, the future of health with guest Shaikha Almazrouei 24:54

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In this episode of Decoded: The Future of Health, Dr Gauba and Alex sit down with the venerable Shaikha Almazrouei, a leading stem cell and genomic researcher and Head of the UAE Stem Cell society. She was also instrumental in the Emirati Genome Project spearheading advancements in regenerative medicine and genomics. We discuss the incredible impac…

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Genomic Repeat: The Circadian Rhythm - Challenging our assumptions about sleep 28:19

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This episode was originally released on November 14, 2023 Sleep is essential to our lives, but our perception of how it functions in our non-waking life is not always well understood. So in the mires of our busy daily lives do we overlook sleep by seeing it as a means of refilling our energy for a productive day? By questioning this assumption, one…

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More cheese, please! Cheese cravings explained 7:45

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We’ve all been there— tempted by the irresistible smell of hot, melty cheese. So what is it about this perfect blend of milk and microbes that keeps us coming back for more? What does cheese do to our brain? Dr. Kaylee Byers and Sarah Lando slice through the science. Resources: 1. Is cheese actually addictive? Here's the real science – Salon 2. Whi…

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Genomic Repeat: Cold Case - Solving murder mysteries with genomics 42:43

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This episode was originally released on August 16, 2022 In order to seek genomic justice, you have to get out of the lab and into the field. Dr. Kaylee Byers grabs a magnifying glass and a deerstalker cap as she goes to the scene of one of North America’s oldest cold case murder mysteries, the “Babes in the Woods.” This over 70-year-old unsolved ca…

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Life in the Fast Lane 30:44

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Rapid Evolution in the Modern Age Evolution is like the ultimate slowburn, unfolding over millennia. And in our modern society, where things move so fast, it’s easy to miss this incremental but constant transformation. Not only is evolution happening all around us, in some cases it’s even picking up the pace. In our season finale, our resident supe…

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The Wasting Game 30:27

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Managing an Invisible Disease Is there a Zombie moose on the loose?! Not quite... But there is something lurking in the woods that has our “deer” friends shakin' in their hooves. Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a 100% fatal illness that’s creeping its way through cervid populations, and it’s nearly impossible to spot. Luckily, wildlife biologists …

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Lost but Found 27:22

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Forensic Methods in Disaster Recovery Content warning: this episode discusses forensic science and the identification of human remains that may not be suited for all audiences. Natural disasters can strike without warning. And when they do, they can leave destruction, displacement, and loss of life in their wake. First responders rush to help those…

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Slipping Through the Spectrum 32:39

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Rethinking the Divide in Autism Diagnoses Dr. Hannah Belcher was already studying autism she found out she herself was Autistic. Getting her diagnosis felt like everything suddenly clicked… but why did it take so long to get answers? In this episode, Hannah shares her journey and talks about how many Autistic people, especially women, learn to mask…

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Fatal Attraction: Insect Edition 29:12

1y ago29:12

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The Deceptive Seduction of Femme Fatale Fireflies In the buzzin’ firefly nightlife scene, neon lights glow bright and sparks fly. But, there’s murder on the dancefloor… The infamous 'Femme Fatale' firefly has mastered the ultimate bait-and-switch seduction strategy, and these sly flies (that are really beetles, actually) aren’t interested in a happ…

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Testing, Testing HPV 27:52

1y ago27:52

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How genomics is shaping the future of cervical cancer screening [Content Warning: This episode mentions sexual assault and medical trauma.] Nearly 80% of people will get Human Papillomavirus (HPV) at some point in their lives. Even though HPV is super common, the symptoms are often subtle or invisible and can sometimes lead to cervical cancer if le…

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The Antibiotic Debacle 31:35

1y ago31:35

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The hidden battle between medicine and microbes Since the discovery of penicillin in 1928, antibiotics have been our frontline defence against bacterial infections. But this revolutionary medicine is losing ground in the fight. Today, Antimicrobial resistance has become one of the biggest threats to human health– and the stakes only getting higher.…

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Cosmetic Clarity 33:34

1y ago33:34

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Separating Skincare Science Fact from Fiction Could your skincare be hiding more than just a few blemishes? Or, is the word “toxic” getting a li’l too much attention these days… You may have heard the buzz about endocrine-disrupting compounds that silently interfere with our hormones. But with so much misinformation online fueling the fear-fire, it…

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Welcome to ‘Nice Genes!’ Season 4 2:31

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…98, 99, 100! Ready or not, here we come with a brand new season of 'Nice Genes!' Science is like a game of hide and seek, and genomics is one of its stealthiest players, challenging us to uncover its "see-crets". Join host Dr. Kaylee Byers for Season 4 of Nice Genes! where we shine an ultraviolet light on the hidden forces that shape our world– an…

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Three Blind Mice 6:48

1+ y ago6:48

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How Mice and CRISPR are Reversing Blindness One small step for science, one furry leap for mousekind. Scientists have found a way to reverse a common mutation that causes blindness in both people and mice using gene editing technology. References: In Mouse Study, Scientists Use Gene Editing to Reverse a Major Cause of Blindness | US News Credits: C…

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Are You Smarter Than a Chimp? 6:25

1+ y ago6:25

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How Deleted DNA Reveals the Origins of Humanity In 2007, researchers pitted humans against chimpanzees in a memory test competition. Who was the victor of this mental jungle gym? Phoebe Melvin and Dr. Kaylee Byers delve into Yale University research that reveals what DNA humans share with our primate relatives but, more intriguingly, what sets us a…

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Jackalopes, Mythical Critters and the Cure for Cancer 7:14

1+ y ago7:14

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How an Oddball Bunny Saved Millions of Lives Can a make-believe tale have real-life consequences? Perhaps a 1930s legend from a snowy town in Wyoming illustrates signals just how the strange things found in nature can become life-saving treatments. References: Are jackalopes real? | Live Science New Research Shows the HPV Cancer Vaccine Saves Lives…

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Event 18: CES 2024: Gadgets - Innovations in cables, speakers, and more at CES 2024 with Father Robert Ballecer 10:40

2y ago10:40

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Father Robert Ballecer provides an entertaining rundown of his favorite gadgets from CES 2024. In part 2 of his Las Vegas trip, he showcases 10 cool and unique devices that caught his eye at the show. The RCA smart bird feeder uses AI to identify bird species and provides HD video footage that you can access via an app. The Govee AI sync box 2 (#9)…

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Event 18: CES 2024: Gadgets - Innovations in cables, speakers, and more at CES 2024 with Father Robert Ballecer 10:40

2y ago10:40

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Father Robert Ballecer provides an entertaining rundown of his favorite gadgets from CES 2024. In part 2 of his Las Vegas trip, he showcases 10 cool and unique devices that caught his eye at the show. The RCA smart bird feeder uses AI to identify bird species and provides HD video footage that you can access via an app. The Govee AI sync box 2 (#9)…

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Event 17: CES 2024: Tech Trends - Energy and AI Innovations Ignite at CES 2024 with Father Robert Ballecer 8:03

2y ago8:03

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Father Robert Ballecer reports live from CES 2024, giving an overview of the major technology trends and themes on display at the massive electronics and technology trade show, including the proliferation of off-grid and portable power solutions, the ubiquity of electric vehicles, the explosion of AI integrations, and the concept of autonomous reso…

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Event 17: CES 2024: Tech Trends - Energy and AI Innovations Ignite at CES 2024 with Father Robert Ballecer 8:03

2y ago8:03

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Father Robert Ballecer reports live from CES 2024, giving an overview of the major technology trends and themes on display at the massive electronics and technology trade show, including the proliferation of off-grid and portable power solutions, the ubiquity of electric vehicles, the explosion of AI integrations, and the concept of autonomous reso…

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All the Colours of the Rainbow 7:16

2y ago7:16

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Meet the Magic of Mushrooms on Colour Blindness Roughly 300 million people have a colour vision deficiency. But with a few mushrooms and some magic, those who experience colourblindness might be able to see a whole range of colors for the first time. References: Magic Mushrooms seem to have a strange effect on color blindness | Science Alert Ishiha…

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Reconciling the Truth 30:30

2y ago30:30

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Indigenous Environmental Stewardship Description: The Indigenous peoples of what’s now known as Western Canada had a relationship of reciprocity with the land. But when explorers from Europe arrived eager to tame the land and absorb its vast natural resources these two world views came to a head. And caught in between an iconic species of the Pacif…

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Probing Pain 30:13

2y ago30:13

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Challenging our assumptions about pain When Jackie Gonzalez was just young, doctors assumed that she was pining for attention when she restlessly tried to rub her feet and describing that she was in constant pain. It wasn’t until she was a teenager that doctors and scientists diagnosed her with Erythromelalgia, also known as ‘Man on Fire Syndrome’.…

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The Circadian Rhythm 28:19

2y ago28:19

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Challenging our assumptions about sleep Sleep is essential to our lives, but our perception of how it functions in our non-waking life is not always well understood. So in the mires of our busy daily lives do we overlook sleep by seeing it as a means of refilling our energy for a productive day? By questioning this assumption, one term rolls from o…

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The Dose Makes the Poison 35:07

2y ago35:07

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Challenging our assumptions on toxins What’s more terrifying than the true life tales of bloodcurdling and breathstopping toxins? This Hallows' Eve we're taking a page from the history books to make sense of puzzling poisons of our past and present. Dr. Kaylee Byers speaks with Toxicologist Dr. Kimberly Garrett as they connect the dots across the g…

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Not All Bad 35:24

2y ago35:24

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Challenging our assumptions around fatness ShantaQuilette Carter was in her late 30’s when she had her first stroke. It felt like death was lurking over her shoulder. But when her doctor suggests fending it off by using a drug she had never heard of before, a boatload of questions come to the surface. Dr. Kaylee Byers sits down with experts to chal…

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Nature is Queer 35:24

2y ago35:24

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Questioning persistent myths about same-sex behaviour in nature Can we predict who we love from our genetics alone? For LGBT History Month in October, Dr. Kaylee Byers is joined by co-host Dr. Julia Monk to look at what our genes teach us about diverse forms of sexuality and identity. Starting by witnessing a pair of male penguins cozying up, our h…

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Bananageddon 32:47

2y ago32:47

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Challenging assumptions around food security Is the world running out of bananas? Well, no. Not…yet — but nature is flashing a big, yellow, squishy "caution" sign. In this episode, Dr. Kaylee Byers peels away our assumptions about food security by looking at bananas. Venturing Down Under, we connect with Dr. James Dale from Queensland University of…

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Event 16: Podcast Movement 2023: It Pays to Podcast - How TWiT launched Club TWiT with Memberful 25:24

2y ago25:24

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At Podcast Movement 2023, Jen Matichuk of Memberful and Lisa Laporte of TWiT.tv give creators an inside look at how the long-running tech podcast network TWiT grew its community and revenue by partnering with Memberful. Lisa goes into the hesitations and benefits of launching a paid membership for an established podcast network and how losing 60% o…

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Event 16: Podcast Movement 2023: It Pays to Podcast - How TWiT launched Club TWiT with Memberful 25:24

2y ago25:24

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At Podcast Movement 2023, Jen Matichuk of Memberful and Lisa Laporte of TWiT.tv give creators an inside look at how the long-running tech podcast network TWiT grew its community and revenue by partnering with Memberful. Lisa goes into the hesitations and benefits of launching a paid membership for an established podcast network and how losing 60% o…