Best Pharmacogenomics Podcasts (2025)

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E202 - Gestational diabetes update on screening, diagnosis and maternal management 22:32

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Laura Beaton talks to endocrinologist Chris Nolan about the new Australasian consensus recommendations on the screening and diagnosis of gestational diabetes. The conversation covers changes to diagnostic thresholds, indications for early testing, and pharmacological therapies. Read the full article in Australian Prescriber.…

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Hashimoto’s, Hormones, and Hope: What Every Woman Should Know with Dr. Kevin Smith 32:41

4d ago32:41

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Send us a text Ever wonder why your labs look “normal” but you still don’t feel well? Dr. Kevin Smith breaks down how functional medicine gets to the root cause of fatigue, thyroid issues, and autoimmune conditions—helping you finally understand what your body’s been trying to say. If you’ve ever been told “everything looks fine,” but you know some…

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Rethinking Your Lab Results with AI and Insight with Brent Eck 33:16

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Send us a text Most people get their labs once a year and never hear back—unless something’s “wrong.” But what if “normal” isn’t the same as optimal? In this episode, Brent Eck shares how AI and functional medicine are helping people see their health data as a roadmap for better energy, focus, and longevity Have you ever walked out of your doctor’s…

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E201 - Practical guidance for stopping glucocorticoids 21:06

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David Liew speaks with endocrinologists Faran Khalili and Morton Burt about their article on practical guidance for stopping glucocorticoids. The discussion includes common glucocorticoids used in Australia, when to stop abruptly versus when to taper, recognising adrenal insufficiency and sick day management. Read the full article in Australian Pre…

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Why Your 3rd Cup Of Coffee Is Losing The Argument 21:02

18d ago21:02

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Send us a text If you’ve been doing all the “right” things—sleeping more, eating better, managing stress—but still wake up exhausted, this episode is for you. Dr. Tamar Lawful reveals how your DNA might be driving your fatigue and how to finally align your body’s rhythm for steady, sustainable energy. Feeling tired no matter what you do? You’re not…

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Tired but Wired: How Stress and Hormones Hijack Women’s Energy with Peggy Moore 37:52

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Send us a text After years in critical care nursing, Peggy Moore hit burnout—until functional medicine helped her find her energy again. Discover how she helps women go from tired and stressed to balanced and thriving through her Tired to Thriving Blueprint. After decades of serving others in healthcare, Peggy Moore realized she was running on empt…

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E200 - Therapeutic Guidelines Oral and Dental update 18:31

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Justin Coleman chats to Lee Fong, member of the Oral and Dental Expert Group, about some of the updates in the latest version of Therapeutic Guidelines: Oral and Dental. With a focus on GP management of dental issues, the conversation includes discussion of preventative steps, oral risks during pregnancy, oral mucosal diseases, acute infections and…

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What Your Pain Is Trying to Tell You and How to Finally Listen with Dr. Evette Rose 45:49

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Send us a text What if your pain isn’t random, but a message from your body? In this episode, Dr. Tamar Lawful sits down with trauma and psychosomatic expert Dr. Evette Rose, author of Pain Free Without Pills, to explore how emotions can imprint themselves into the body and how the nervous system “learns” pain. You’ll hear Dr. Evette’s story of a s…

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Why Most Supplements Fail And How to Fix Yours 14:10

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Send us a text Ever looked at your supplement cabinet and wondered if you’re really helping your health or just wasting money? In this episode, Dr. Tamar Lawful reveals how to tell which supplements truly work for your body and which are just expensive fillers. Supplements can be powerful allies or unnecessary clutter. Dr. Lawful breaks down how to…

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E199 - Aminoglycosides: an update on indications, dosing and monitoring 24:49

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Dhineli Perera talks to infectious diseases physician and clinical microbiologist Carly Hughes about the latest recommendations for aminoglycoside use in Australia. They discuss indications for parenteral aminoglycosides, drug selection, dosing and therapeutic drug monitoring. Read the full article by Carly and her co-authors in Australian Prescrib…

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Your Pain, Your DNA: The Missing Piece Doctors Overlook 13:10

2M ago13:10

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Send us a text Are your labs “normal” but you still don’t feel right? Discover how your DNA may hold the answers doctors often overlook. In this episode, Dr. Lawful uncovers why so many women are dismissed when their labs appear fine but their bodies say otherwise. She explores how genetics can reveal the missing pieces behind invisible illnesses l…

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Why Fibromyalgia Isn’t in Your Head: The Science That Changes Everything with Dr. Bruce Gillis 38:14

2M ago38:14

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Send us a text For decades, fibromyalgia patients were told their pain was “all in their head.” Dr. Bruce Gillis, Harvard-trained physician and researcher, has changed that narrative with the first blood test to prove fibromyalgia is real. What if the condition you’ve struggled with for years - pain, fatigue, brain fog - wasn’t imaginary, but inste…

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E198 - Choosing a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug for pain 22:24

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Laura Beaton speaks with Steph Hopkins (rheumatology registrar) and David Liew (rheumatologist and clinical pharmacologist) about choosing a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for pain. Steph and David discuss the importance of considering the adverse effect profile and selectivity of NSAIDs, and balancing the benefits and risks when selec…

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The Energy Blueprint: How to Stop Feeling Drained and Start Thriving 15:45

2M ago15:45

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Send us a text Tired of running on fumes? In this episode, discover your Energy Blueprint — the simple, DNA-informed steps to restore lasting energy and finally thrive without relying on caffeine or quick fixes. In this episode, Dr. Tamar Lawful explores why fatigue is so common among high-achieving women and reveals how genetics play a key role in…

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From Stressed to Blessed with Nutrigenomics 32:14

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Send us a text Tired of feeling stressed, exhausted, or stuck in survival mode? In this inspiring conversation, Dr. Tamar Lawful shares how nutrigenomics, personalized health through your DNA, can help you move from burnout to balance and live with energy, confidence, and peace. In this episode of the Daring Well Podcast, host Rita welcomes Dr. Tam…

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E197 - Potentially inappropriate medicines for older people 19:10

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Justin Coleman chats with geriatrician and clinical pharmacologist Alex Choo about potentially inappropriate medicines [PIMs] for older people. They discuss the challenges of prescribing for older people and how to use the new Australian PIMs list. The discussion covers some of the 15 drug classes on the list, including antidepressants, benzodiazep…

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Beyond Billing Codes: How to Thrive Without Insurance 11:32

2M ago11:32

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Send us a text 1What happens when insurance won’t cover your services? In this episode, we explore how building a practice independent of insurance can actually give you more freedom, stability, and impact. Many healthcare professionals worry they can’t run a successful practice without billing insurance. But what if the opposite is true? In this e…

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Patient vs. Client: Why Language Shapes Your Health Journey 13:59

3M ago13:59

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Send us a text Does calling yourself a “patient” keep you passive in your health? Learn why shifting to a “client” mindset can transform your results. In this episode, Dr. Tamar Lawful explores the powerful difference between seeing yourself as a patient versus a client. Words shape identity, and identity shapes behavior, so the labels we use in he…

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E196 - Male and female pattern hair loss 23:00

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Dhineli Perera talks to Laxmi Iyengar, dermatology research fellow and GP, and Jane Li, consultant dermatologist, about male and female pattern hair loss. Laxmi and Jane discuss presentations and available treatments, as well as important considerations for prescribing. Read the full article in Australian Prescriber.…

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Are Pharmacists the Missing Link in Precision Medicine? 16:10

3M ago16:10

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Send us a text Could pharmacists be the bridge to a future where your medications and health plan are designed just for you? In this episode, Dr. Tamar Lawful unpacks why pharmacists may be the missing link in precision medicine. She explains how genetics can guide smarter medication choices, prevent side effects, and cut down on trial-and-error tr…

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The AMA vs. Pharmacists: Who’s Right? 15:25

3M ago15:25

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Send us a text The AMA says pharmacists expanding into clinical roles is “scope creep”, but what if it’s exactly what patients need? Dr. Tamar Lawful breaks down the truth behind the turf war and how pharmacists are saving lives beyond the counter. What do you think when you hear “scope creep”? If you’re a pharmacist, it might sting especially when…

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E195 - Medicines used in the treatment of opioid dependence 24:05

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Justin Coleman speaks with Hester Wilson, Chief Addiction Medicine Specialist for NSW, and pharmacist Jillian Kanck about the medicines used in the treatment of opioid dependence. They explain how opioid dependence is diagnosed and discuss the advantages of long-acting buprenorphine, as well as the place of sublingual buprenorphine and methadone in…

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Cracking the Code on Pediatric Tic Disorders with Dr. Piper Gibson 35:25

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Send us a text Discover how genetics, environment, and functional lab testing can uncover the real root causes of pediatric tic disorders and provide hope for families. Have you ever been told to “just ignore it” when your child’s health takes a sudden turn? That was the reality for Dr. Piper Gibson, whose son developed sudden and severe tics that …

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The Silent Crisis Costing Americans Their Health with Dr. Marschall Runge 34:46

4M ago34:46

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Send us a text Healthcare in America is in crisis and Dr. Marschall Runge isn’t afraid to say it. In this episode, we explore how AI, policy, and genomics are reshaping medicine and what it will take to build a system that truly serves people. Is American healthcare built to keep us sick? It’s a question more practitioners are asking—especially wit…

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E194 - Using pharmacogenomics to personalise drug therapy 22:30

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David Liew chats with Sophie Stocker, co-chair of the Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia Pharmacogenomics Working Group, about using pharmacogenomics to personalise drug therapy. They discuss pre-emptive, concurrent and reactive testing, and the current landscape of pharmacogenomics in Australia. Read the full article by Sophie and her co…

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Cure: How One Film is Empowering a Wellness Revolution with Manny Bains 28:40

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Send us a text Award-winning filmmaker Manny Bains joins Dr. Lawful to share how his documentary Cure reveals the transformative power of holistic healing, and why your health is more in your hands than you’ve been told. What if you could see your health story on screen and feel empowered to rewrite it? In this episode of Pivoting Pharmacy with Nut…

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Deprescribing Pharmacy: DNA, Wellness & the Future of Healthcare with Dr. DeLon Canterbury 46:58

4M ago46:58

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Send us a text What happens when two pharmacists challenge the medication-first mindset? In this 100th episode, Dr. Tamar Lawful and Dr. DeLon Canterbury unpack how deprescribing and DNA testing can reshape the future of care. What if we told you that reducing medications isn’t anti-pharmacy—it’s what pharmacy was meant to do all along? In this mil…

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E193 - Therapeutic Guidelines Antibiotic Part 2 17:19

4M ago17:19

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Justin Coleman talks to Kate McKenzie, General Practitioner and member of one of the Antibiotic Expert Groups, in part 2 of our series on the latest updates to Therapeutic Guidelines: Antibiotic. This episode focuses on changes to guidance for primary care, including new recommendations for UTIs, infectious diarrhoea, bronchiectasis, infections of …

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How Environment and Mindset Rewrite Your Health Story with Dr. Mark Sherwood 30:30

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Send us a text Your genes are not a prison, they’re a roadmap. In this episode, Dr. Mark Sherwood unpacks how stress, trauma, and environment—not just DNA—shape your long-term health and healing. Have you ever felt afraid to learn what your genes say about you? You’re not alone—but here’s the truth: your DNA isn’t destiny. It’s a draft. And in this…

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Reversing Diabetes by Getting to the Root with Dr. Raj Gupta 29:41

5M ago29:41

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Send us a text Most people think type 2 diabetes is a life sentence—but what if it’s not? In this episode, Dr. Raj Gupta shares how he’s helped thousands reverse chronic illness by treating the root, not the symptoms. Have you ever wondered if diabetes could be reversed—not just managed? Many people are told to accept type 2 diabetes as a permanent…