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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!

Jul 24, 2020

Join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into the world of Cystic Fibrosis and learn about its interesting origins as far back as the Bronze Age. This is a must listen episode with a fascinating history and some amazing progress made to the wellbeing of those living with this condition.


Jul 17, 2020

This week, join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Here they discuss the biology and history of this condition as well as the incredible work that has been done, meaning that there is a very optimistic future.


Jul 10, 2020

This episode, join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into the world of haemochromatosis. Tune in as they discuss the genetic biology and explore the potential origins of this condition. The history and its common name of the "Celtic curse" also directs the stigma and in some cases racist rhetoric surrounding it.


Jul 3, 2020

This episode, Anthony and Juliet take a look at Fragile X Syndrome. A syndrome that affects intelectual development. Join to learn the genetic biology and history, and get a snapshot of how some societies have viewed mental disability.