DNA Today: A Genetics Podcast

#340 How Podcasting Shaped A Genetics Career: Dr. Matt Burgess Interviews Kira Dineen


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I launched a brand new science podcast network called Gene Pool Media, two weeks ago on DNA Day, April 25th. The response has been amazing, so thank you to everyone who has been supportive, especially the podcasts that have joined the network including…

 

  • RealPharma
  • Beyond The Thesis with Papa PhD
  • DNA Dialogues
  • It Happened To Me
  • #ThroughTheGenes
  • Demystifying Genetics
  • PhenoTips Speaker Series 
  • All Access DNA
  • Two brand new shows debuting this year: one in the rare disease space and another exploring the intersection of health science, religion, and spirituality. 
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    Over the years we have shared episodes of DNA Dialogues, It Happened To Me and PhenoTips Speaker Series. And we had the hosts of #ThroughTheGenes and Demystifying Genetics on the show. And I’ve been a guest on RealPharma. So these are all podcasts that were already in our circle, it’s just more official now! 

     

    If you have a science podcast and are interested in joining the network, go to GenePoolMedia.com and click the “Apply” tab at the top right. Or just email me directly at [email protected]

     

    In this episode drop of Demystifying Genetics where I was actually a guest. This podcast is hosted by an Australian genetic counselor Dr. Matt Burgess. Matt interviews me about my journey as a high school starting this genetics podcast from my childhood bedroom to becoming a genetic counselor and now multi-award winning podcast. The conversation explores the nuances of genetic counseling, the impact of technology like CRISPR, and the unexpected connections that shape careers in genetics. Matt was also a guest way back in 2020 on Episode #114 on DNA Today when I was still a grad student. 

     

    Episode Topics: 

     

    • Kira discusses her personal journey into genetic counseling 
    • Emphasises the balance between technical skills and patient care 
    • Addresses common misconceptions about the emotional weight of the profession 
    • Shares insights into the groundbreaking use of CRISPR technology 
    • Highlights the importance of podcasting in enhancing professional growth 
    • Explores the unexpected recognition from Kourtney Kardashian’s blog 
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      Any inquiries for Demystifying Genetics podcast can be through Matt’s LinkedIn

      Get ready, genetic nerds—another brand-new episode of DNA Today drops this Friday! You can always count on us to deliver fresh content every Friday. 

      While you wait, why not dive into our library of over 300 episodes? Binge them all on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, our website, or wherever you love to listen—just search “DNA Today.”

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      DNA Today is hosted and produced by Kira Dineen, MS, LCGC, CG(ASCP)CM . Our Video Lead is Amanda Andreoli. Our Social Media Lead is Kajal Patel. Our Outreach Intern is Liv Davidson. And our logo Graphic Designer is Ashlyn Enokian, MS, CGC. 

       

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