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Genetic Drift

Welcome to Genetic Drift! This podcast takes a deep dive into the world of genetic diseases with the hope of lifting the stigma surrounding them.

 

Join our cohosts Anthony and Juliet as they discuss the biology, history and the future of a different genetic disease. In this married couple, Anthony is a PhD student researching pharmogogenetics (genetics and drugs) and Juliet is a classisist with a wealth of knowledge in Ancient Greek, Lantin, and history. New episodes are released every Friday!

Jun 26, 2020

This week Anthony and Juliet dive into the gift and curse of the Demon Violinist, Paganini. Listen in as we discuss the genetics and biology of Marfan Syndrome, followed by its history and future prospects for this condition.


Jun 19, 2020

Join Anthony and Juliet in their latest installment as they look into the medical condition known as SMA. Follow its ancient roots, the tragic impact that its biology can have on children and the promising future brought on by the release of an exciting gene therapy treatment. Tune in to the latest episode of this...


Jun 16, 2020

Welcome to Genetic Drift! Join Anthony and Juliet as every week they take a deep dive into the world of Genetic Diseases. Here we explain the biology of the disease such as the genetics, hereditary pattern, symptoms and the outlook for patients. We then discuss what history is included in the written records as well...


Jun 12, 2020

In this episode Anthony and Juliet dive into a condition which influenced and ended the life of folk musician Woody Guthrie. Join us as we explain how the molecular genetics of this condition result in your own cells poisoning themselves. In this latest installment of our medical podcast, we discuss the...


Jun 5, 2020

Join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into the world of beta-thalassemia and learn about its interesting history with the development of civilisation. This is a must listen episode with a fascinating history and some unfortunate stigma.