Episode 24. Angelman Syndrome - Calling All Brain Janitors
Genetic Drift
Join Anthony and Juliet as they look into Angelman Syndrome, a developmental disorder that is inherited in a rather uncommon way. Tune in to hear the biology, history and future medicines for this intriguing condition.
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Episode 23. ADPKD - The Curse Of King Bathory
Genetic Drift
Join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into the worl of ADPKD, the most common single gene disorder. Tune in to learn the biology and history of a condition responsible for a large proportion of the people on dialysis.
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Episode 22. Osteogenesis Imperfecta - Brittle Bones
Genetic Drift
Join Anthony, Juliet and Banjo as they (excluding Banjo) dive into the world of Osteogenesis Imperfecta, a hereditary condition that leads to brittle bones. Tune in to hear the history, biology and future research for the condition. There are also many instances of Banjo being a disruptive puppy.
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Episode 21. Halloween Special - Porphyria And The Modern Vampire
Genetic Drift
Tonight, is Halloween night and we're covering a condition that has shaped the 20th century view of the vampire, werewolf and zombie, Porphyria. Tune in to hear the biology, history, and mythology of this fascinating group of conditions.
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Episode 20. FOP - Spooky Scary Secondary Skeleton
Genetic Drift
We're approaching Halloween and the subject is skeletons! Join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva, a condition that slowly turns you muscle and ligaments to bone.
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Episode 19. Crohn's Disease - A New Normal
Genetic Drift
Join Anthony and Juliet as they discuss Crohn's Disease. Tune in to hear the dark history of its treatment, some of the strangest parts of its biology and hear the first hand experience of someone living with the illness.
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Episode 18. Tuberous Sclerosis - Tumours And Seizures
Genetic Drift
Join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into the world of Tuberous Sclerosis, a condition that causes tumours to grow and often lead to seizures throughout a patient's life. Tune in as we dive into the biology, history and future of this complicated condition.
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Episode 17. Achondroplasia - Life Of Little People
Genetic Drift
In this episode, join Anthony and Juliet as they dive into Achondroplasia and some of the challenges faced by little people. Tune in for the biology and fascinating history including ancient gods and Neanderthals.
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Episode 16. Tay Sachs Disease - Saving The Baby Sheep
Genetic Drift
This episode Anthony and Juliet dive into the dark subject of Tay Sachs. In this episode learn the fascinating biology of the condition as well as its interesting history in the Middle Ages. Also, a new cohost of sorts arrives.
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Episode 15. Werner Syndrome - Telomeres And Time
Genetic Drift
We're back! This time Anthony and Juliet dive into the mysterious world of Werner Syndrome. The history is hazy, but the biology is fascinating. Tune in to learn about a fascinating condition and what it can tell us about the aging process.
info_outlineThis 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.