DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast
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 350+ episodes) at DNAtoday.com. You can contact the show at [email protected].
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 34 minutes
- Episodes
- 359
- Years Active
- 2014 - 2025
#179 Genetic Testing with Kira Dineen
This week we’re bringing you a special episode of DNA Today! Our host, Kira Dineen, was recently a guest on The Science of Everything Podcast, discussing genetic testing with host, James Fodor. Kira …
#178 Single-Cell Spatial Genomics with Vizgen
Dr. George Emanuel shares about single-cell spacial genomics in this podcast episode. Dr. Emanuel is the Scientific Cofounder and Director of Technology and Partnerships at Vizgen, a biotechnology co…
#177 Whole Genome Sequencing with PerkinElmer Genomics
World-renowned medical geneticist Dr. Madhuri Hegde, joins the show to explore whole genome sequencing (WGS). She is the Senior Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer of Global Lab Services at P…
#176 Glee’s Lauren Potter on Down Syndrome Awareness
We are ecstatic to introduce this week’s guest, Lauren Potter! You might know Lauren as Becky Jackson from the TV show Glee. She was in all six seasons playing a character who, like her, has Down Syn…
#175 Hereditary Cancer Variant Network with Brian Shirts
This week we’re joined by Dr. Brian Shirts to discuss ConnectMyVariant, a service that
dedicated to helping patients and families understand unique genetic variants and provides different avenues of…
#174 Pharmacogenomics with Fulgent Genetics
This week we’re joined by Gregory Kellog of Fulgent Genetics. In this episode we explore pharmacogenomics.
Gregory is the Director of Genetic Counseling at Fulgent Genetics, a technology-based gene…
#173 GRIN1 with Keith McArthur
Joining us for the last episode of rare disease month is Keith McArthur. Keith is the co-founder and CEO of CureGRIN, a non profit rare disease organization. He is also a published author and he’s a …
#172 PhenoTips: Advances in Rare Disease Diagnosis
DNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also one of the hosts of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. This monthly live webinar focuses on relevant genetics topics by featuring discussions with thought leaders and …
#171 Farber Disease with Aceragen
In honor of Rare Disease Month we are continuing to highlight different rare diseases. This week we explore Farber Disease with Dr. Alex Solyom, Senior Vice President of Rare Disease Development at A…
#170 Mitochondrial Disorders with Alejandro Dorenbaum
To celebrate February as rare disease month we will be interviewing leaders in rare diseases throughout the month! In this episode we explore new research in one of the mitochondrial disorders, prima…
#169 Cytogenomics with Phase Genomics
On this week’s episode of DNA Today, we are joined by 2 scientists from Phase Genomics.
Dr. Ivan Liachko is the Founder and CEO of Phase Genomics and has worked in the genetic/genomic research field…
#168 Polygenic Risk Scores with Giordano Bottà
Enter a giveaway on our social media! Win free enrollment to a 3-hour course in the Allelica PRS clinical academy covering the research behind PRS to clinical applications. You can enter by looking f…
#167 PhenoTips: Future of Cancer Genetics
DNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also the host of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. This monthly live webinar focuses on relevant genetics topics by featuring discussions with thought leaders and experts …
#166 Beta Thalassemia with Radhika Sawh
Spotify just released a new feature, the ability for listeners to rate podcasts. If you’ve enjoyed the podcast PLEASE rate on Spotify! This is how new listeners will find and enjoy the show. In order…
#165 Sequencing for Cancer Risk with Sandra Balladares
In this week’s episode, our host, Kira Dineen, is joined by Dr. Sandra Balladares to explore utilizing sequencing to assess inherited cancer risk.
On This Episode We Discuss:
Sandra’s personal experi…
#164 Parkinson’s Disease with the Parkinson’s Foundation
This week our host, Kira Dineen, is joined by Dr. James Beck and Dr. Ignacio Mata to discuss Parkinson’s Disease and diversity in genetic Parkinson’s research.
On This Episode We Discuss:
How Parkin…
#163 Rachel Pastiloff & Krystle Davis On Prader-Willi Syndrome
On this episode we are joined by 2 guests, Rachel Pastiloff and Krystle Davis, who share their insight on Prader-Willi Syndrome.
On This Episode We Discuss:
Genetic causes of Prader-Willi Syndrom…
#162 PhenoTips: Future of Genetic Counseling
DNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also the host of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. This monthly live webinar focuses on relevant genetics topics by featuring discussions with thought leaders and experts …
#161 Phenotips: Digital Tools in Genetic Counseling
DNA Today’s host Kira Dineen is also the host of the PhenoTips Speaker Series. This monthly live webinar focuses on relevant genetics topics by featuring discussions with thought leaders and experts …
#160 Sura Alwan on Teratogens
Joining us this episode is Dr. Sura Alwan, the Co-Director of TERIS, The Teratogen Information System, a clinical resource that assesses teratogenic risks of pregnancy exposures on the fetus.
On Thi…