Best Dna Sequencing Podcasts (2025)

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The DNA of Dictatorship: Sequencing Hitler's Genome and the Politics of Public Acknowledgements 29:08

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John Oakley hosts an extraordinary conversation with geneticist and archaeologist Dr. Turi King, who breaks down the science behind the recent genome sequencing of Adolf Hitler using a bloodstained relic from his Berlin bunker. From medical anomalies like Kallmann syndrome to the ethical limits of DNA in psychological profiling, King separates fact…

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Interview with mRNA vaccine developers: Collaboration was key to the COVID vaccines 27:17

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Hear from three incredible young scientists whose collaborative work was foundational to the development of the COVID vaccine.By New England Biolabs

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“I Wouldn’t Be Premier Without You”: Doug Ford to John Oakley 1:21:10

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In this special episode, Premier Doug Ford joins John Oakley for an unfiltered, emotional conversation about the pivotal role the Oakley Show played in launching the Ford political movement. Ford reflects on the early days when his brother Rob Ford became a radio fixture, exposing waste at City Hall and connecting directly with listeners—moments th…

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46 Years On the Air: The Early Days 1:32:14

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In one of the most poignant weeks in Toronto radio history, John Oakleyopens his heart and his memory box. With the finish line in sight, he inviteslisteners to walk beside him through the winding, unpredictable, oftenhilarious journey that shaped his 46-year career. From sleeping in a campus studio in Waterloo, to spinning records in Guelph,to fin…

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Trump’s Recent Troubles Are A Blessing For Canada 21:14

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John Turley-Ewart is a risk management consultant specializing in capital markets, with extensive experience on Bay and Wall Streets. He's a certified anti-money laundering specialist, as well as a contributor to the Globe & Mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AM640 / Curiouscast

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A $9M Superman & the Debate Over Dellen Millard’s Prison Move 22:19

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How did a near-perfect Superman #1 survive since 1939 and sell for $9.1 million? Lon Allen, VP at Heritage Auctions, joins John Oakley to reveal the incredible attic discovery and why collectors drove the record-breaking price. Later, criminal lawyer Joseph Neuberger — host of Not On Record — unpacks why convicted murderer Dellen Millard has been m…

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Genes Communicate Through Twisting: The Story of Supercoiling in DNA 29:41

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It is well known that inside nearly every living cell on this planet, there are instructions powering the dynamics of everything in the cell, known as deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). Enoch Yeung, Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at UC, Santa Barbara, explains how DNA is the genetic code that tells cells where to live, how to live, and how…

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Ex-Snowboarder Ryan Wedding Charged With Orchestrating Murder 16:59

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Robert Mazur is a former U-S Federal Agent. In the 1980’s he successfully infiltrated Pablo Escobar’s drug cartel. He is the author of the bestseller "The Infiltrator: The True Story of One Man Against the Biggest Drug Cartel in History" adapted as the 2016 major motion picture starring Bryan Cranston Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho…

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Internet Meltdown, Wolves Get Too Close & & The Art of Failing at Flirting 31:39

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A global Cloudflare crash sends services offline and users into a panic — so John Oakley calls in tech and gaming commentator Liana Kerzner to translate the chaos and explain how a single glitch can stall everything from transit systems to streaming platforms. Then, a wild viral clip of a man wandering into a pack of black wolves in Yellowstone pro…

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Our Governments Are Willfully Blind To The Financial Fentanyl That Is Online Gambling 19:56

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John Turley-Ewart is a risk management consultant specializing in capital markets, with extensive experience on Bay and Wall Streets. He's a certified anti-money laundering specialist, as well as a contributor to the Globe & Mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AM640 / Curiouscast

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Grave Robbing Scandals, IOC Chaos, and ChatGPT in Divorce Court 28:14

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Grieving families are outraged after a couple is charged in a string of grave‑robbing incidents across Halton, Hamilton, London, and Toronto — and listeners call in with their own stories about burying valuables with loved ones. Next, Amy Eileen-Hamm — freelance writer and co‑founder of Canadian Women’s Sex‑Based Rights — sounds the alarm on the IO…

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Afghanistan: The Forgotten War and the Fight for Veterans' Dignity 48:52

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The John Oakley Show honours the sacrifices of Canadian and allied soldiers through a powerful look at the war in Afghanistan and its lasting impact. Shaun Maloney, professor of history at the Royal Military College and author of The Canadian Army in Afghanistan, shares his firsthand experience embedded with Canadian troops. He outlines how Canada’…

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Edmund Fitzgerald: 50 Years Later, Condo Crashes, and Canada’s Democracy in Decline 41:47

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On the 50th anniversary of the tragic sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald, historian Ric Mixter—author of Tattletale Sounds: The Edmund Fitzgerald Investigations—joins John to share exclusive insights from his 1994 dive to the wreck site. Hear what he saw with his own eyes, why the crew’s remains were never recovered, and the latest evidence on what t…

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Facial-Scanning Billboards, Budget Backlash & Toronto’s Affordability Politics 48:11

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John Oakley tackles a packed show: first, Mike Gropp, Senior Cybersecurity Advisor at Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst (Toronto Metropolitan University’s national cybersecurity centre), explains the privacy risks of digital billboards using facial detection at Union Station—and why stronger transparency standards are needed. Then, Jocelyn Bamford, Found…

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This Budget is . . . Meh 22:06

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John Turley-Ewart is a risk management consultant specializing in capital markets, with extensive experience on Bay and Wall Streets. He's a certified anti-money laundering specialist, as well as a contributor to the Globe & Mail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AM640 / Curiouscast

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Budget Breakdown: Big, Bold… or Just More Debt? 28:32

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Oakley dives into the newly tabled federal budget — promised to be “big, bold, and beautiful” — but is it really? John and his guests unpack what it means for Canadians, small businesses, and the economy. Guests include: Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director, Canadian Taxpayers Federation, on ballooning federal debt, spending hikes, and what Ottawa d…

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Is Canada A Serious Country? The Coming Budget Will Tell Us 20:48

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John Turley-Ewart is a risk management consultant specializing in capital markets with extensive experience on Bay and Wall Streets. He's a certified anti-money laundering specialist, as well as a contributor to the Globe & Mail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AM640 / Curiouscast

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Toronto’s Backyard Problems and Canada’s Productivity Crisis 47:14

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John opens with a wild round-up — escaped monkeys, coyotes, and a neighbourhood rat war — before shifting to the serious stuff: Ian Lee, Associate Professor of Management, Sprott School of Business, Carleton University, on how Trump’s tariff tactics could yank Ontario’s auto sector and force a Canadian pivot to critical minerals. Sprott School of B…

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Ford vs. Washington, Monkey Madness, and Facial Recognition at the Border 39:25

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Doug Ford's anti-tariff TV ads ruffle feathers in Washington, with Trump furious and U.S. Ambassador clashing with Ford’s trade advisor. John weighs in on whether Doug is playing the long game or blowing up the Canada-U.S. trade file. Guests include: Franco Terrazzano, Federal Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation, exposes jaw-dropping gove…

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Storms in the Market & in the Caribbean 21:52

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David Wilkes, President & CEO of the Building Industry and Land Development Association, breaks down the sharp decline in GTA new-home and condo sales—now sitting at just 20 % of the ten-year average—and how high government fees, taxes, and costs threaten future supply and 40,000 construction jobs. Why Wilkes believes HST relief and rate cuts could…

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Can Canada Truly Get Its Act Together On Money Laundering? 20:28

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John Turley-Ewart is a risk-management consultant specializing in capital markets with extensive experience on Bay and Wall Streets. He's also a certified anti-money laundering specialist, and a contributor to the Globe & Mail. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AM640 / Curiouscast

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From a Pug with 200 Certifications to Alien Probes and Canada’s Economic Crossroads 45:14

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On this episode, John explores stories that range from the absurd to the existential — from a dog certified to serve alcohol to the possibility of an alien mothership passing through our solar system. Topics covered: The “Certified” Pug Phoebe – Robert Day, Managing Director at Cognisense, exposes major flaws in online training and safety certifica…

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Jays Crack Down on Bars, Mob Poker Scams, and Retail Crime in Canada 37:00

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On today’s episode: George Diamantouros, Manager at Sneaky Dee’s, on why the Blue Jays asked his bar to remove a Game 7 sign. Jeffrey Sussman, author of Big Apple Gangsters, on a New York poker ring tied to four mafia families. Panel with David Wills and Stephen Holyday debates: Jays ticket resale markups Toronto’s retail theft crisis Free MTA buse…

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Jays vs. Vows, Crypto Crimes, and Cousin Controversies 57:13

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Blue Jays vs. the Bride: Should a Calgary couple move their wedding timeline to avoid competing with a Jays playoff game? Listeners weigh in with hot takes, personal stories — and even suggestions for Blue Jays–themed weddings. Canada’s Housing Crisis: Oakley slams red tape, cancelled developments, and failed promises from all levels of government.…

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Tossed Ball, Viral Fame, and F-Bombs: A Jays Fan’s Wild Ride 20:48

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When Julio Rodríguez homered at the Rogers Centre, Ned Boland did what every true Jays fan is expected to do—he threw the opposing team’s ball back. But that act of fan solidarity got him booted from the stadium… and turned him into a folk hero. Ned joins John Oakley to share the chaotic (and hilarious) story of peer pressure, free beers, and a sec…

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Can Carney Do The Hard Things Needed To Save Canada? 20:43

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AM640 / Curiouscast

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Louvre Heist Fallout, Richmond Land Title Shock, DEI Debate & Queen’s Park Fireworks 42:42

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John digs into four big stories with expert voices: • The Louvre jewel robbery — why stolen imperial gems are likely to be broken up and sold on the black market, with Leila Amineddoleh, a New York–based art, cultural heritage & intellectual property lawyer (Chair of an Art Law Group). • Richmond, B.C., land-title ruling — mortgages paused and tran…

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Affordability, Socialism & Your Insurance Write-Off Nightmares 23:45

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John asks why socialism is resonating with younger voters and whether proposals like city-run grocery stores actually fix affordability. Matthew Mitchell (senior fellow, Fraser Institute Center for Human Freedom) breaks down where centrally planned systems fail—incentives, control, and knowledge—with case studies from Poland and Estonia, plus how z…

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Stem Cells for Conservation: Trials and Tribulations of a Non-Model System 1:04:46

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Marisa Korody, Ph.D., leads groundbreaking work at the San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s Beckman Center for Conservation Research, where scientists use advanced genetic and stem cell technologies to protect endangered species. Korody highlights efforts to save the critically endangered northern white rhino by developing induced pluripotent stem cel…

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John Oakley & the Panel: Highway 401 Tragedy, Crime Reform & City Debates 43:09

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In the first half, John Oakley speaks with Adam Wagman, Partner at Howie, Sacks & Henry LLP, about the civil lawsuit following the deadly 2024 wrong-way police pursuit on Highway 401, and Joseph (Joe) Neuberger, Managing Partner at Neuberger & Partners LLP and host of Not on Record, who breaks down the Liberals’ proposed crime-bill reforms on bail,…

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Toronto’s Blast and Canada’s Soft Justice Problem 27:47

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From gas-line safety failures to courtroom leniency, John Oakley explores how Canada handles accountability—with insights from engineers, contractors, and journalist Tristin Hopper. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AM640 / Curiouscast

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Politics, Poutine, and Perfect BBQ: A Feast from Canada to Louisiana 27:11

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It’s a mix of culture and cuisine as John Oakley talks with Louisiana’s Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser about the Acadian Awakening Festival and why Canadian visitors are staying away this year. Then, Meathead Goldwyn serves up expert grilling advice for Thanksgiving and tailgate parties—plus his secret to the juiciest turkey and most flavourfu…

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What Great Whites, Haunted Houses, and Global Politics Reveal About Human Nature 26:02

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John Oakley dives deep—literally and figuratively—in this episode. First, he’s joined by Chris Fisher, founder of OCEARCH, who reveals the journey of Contender, the largest great white shark ever tagged in the Atlantic. From Florida’s coast to the icy waters off Newfoundland, discover what this 1,700-pound predator tells us about shark migration, s…

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Auto Tariffs Test Canada–U.S. Ties as Queen’s Park Plays Hardball 22:44

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John Oakley tackles two storylines shaping Canada right now. First, Jocelyn Bamford—VP at Automatic Coating and founder of the Coalition of Concerned Manufacturers and Businesses of Canada—breaks down how U.S. tariffs and Ottawa/Queen’s Park responses could hit Canadian manufacturing, from autos to steel, and what policy levers (energy costs, red t…

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Who Really Runs Ontario? + The Road to Middle East Peace 22:10

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John Oakley digs into two charged conversations. First, writer and commentator Jamie Sarkonak discusses her recent column on how Ontario’s deputy ministers and senior civil servants may influence government direction regardless of who’s in power. Then, Avi Benlolo, Founder & CEO of the Abraham Global Peace Initiative, assesses the aftermath of Oct.…

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Canada Post is Failing. Be Thankful It’s Not a Bank 21:11

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AM640 / Curiouscast

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America’s Rage, Canada’s Tariffs, and Toronto’s Urban Wilds 29:27

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By AM640 / Curiouscast

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Canada at a Crossroads: Tech Flight, Taxes & an Ostrich Farm Standoff 50:41

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Guests John Turley-Ewart — Risk management consultant specializing in capital markets with extensive experience on Bay and Wall Streets; Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist; contributor to The Globe & Mail. Katie Pasitney — with the Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood, BC. Segment 1 — “Dear Canada: Nobody’s Coming to Save Us” Turley-Ewart unp…

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RCMP charge RBC employee for accessing Carney’s personal data 9:57

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John Oakley is joined by Ann Cavoukian, Ph.D., LL.D. (Hon.), M.S.M. Executive Director, Global Privacy & Security by Design Centre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AM640 / Curiouscast

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Interview with Vladimir Potapov: The NEBridge Ligase Fidelity Tool 14:19

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Hear from Valadimir Potapov, a Bioinformaticist here at NEB and an important part of the team that builds online tools to aid both NEB scientists and our customers in calculations and experimental design. Valdimir joins us to talk through the open access Ligase Fidelity Tools which are used to aid in the design of DNA Assembly via the Golden Gate m…

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The John Oakley Show #0003 23:03

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John Oakley dives into the mysterious takedown of 16 speed camerasacross Toronto—asking whether this is mere vandalism or a growing wave of civil disobedience. Featuring insight from tradespeople who break down the mechanics of the removals, Oakley explores what this coordinated act could signify in the broader debate around traffic enforcement, po…

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The John Oakley Show #0002 19:50

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In this episode of The John Oakley Show, we dive into the buzzworthy hot-mic conversation between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping about extending human life to 150 years—and even achieving immortality. John speaks with Dr. Olshansky, professor of epidemiology and biostatistics at the University of Illinois, to separate science from science fiction. T…

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The John Oakley Show #0001 38:01

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As TIFF kicks off its 50th anniversary in Toronto, John Oakleyopens the show with a look at how the city is celebrating its cinematiclegacy—and how it’s coping with a darker reality: rising violent crime and ashaken sense of safety. Film critic Peter Howell of the Toronto Star joins topreview this year’s festival buzz, from must-watch screenings to…

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Interview with Samuel Ogunsola: Celebrating African Women in STEM 18:55

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Samuel Ogunsola, co-founder of Shaping African Women in STEM, shares what inspired him to launch the program and how it has grown.By New England Biolabs

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Interview with Dr. Adewunmi Akingbola: Combating Hepatitis B in Nigeria 24:54

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In this podcast, hear from Dr. Adewunmi Akingbola, founder of HealthDrive Nigeria, which combats viral hepatitis in underserved Nigerian communities through increasing awareness, screening and treatment.By New England Biolabs

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027 Cancer Surges Among Young Patients - Time Bombs over “Turbo” 39:43

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Welcome to our most CONTROVERSIAL episode yet! We address “Turbo cancer” (idk what’s specifically meant by this still but I outline the likely/historical geneses behind these cases), inflammation issues, central dogma basics, mRNA vaccine tech, the rise of the microbiome and its importance for health, and the likely (yet boring) underlying sources …

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Kevin O'Leary's Appraisal of Mark Carney's Work Thus Far 15:23

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Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy AM640 / Curiouscast

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Interview with Dr. Carolyn Bertozzi: Nobel Laureate and Serial Entrepreneur 40:27

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Dr. Carolyn Bertozzi's impact in the field of glycosylation has been profound, enabling on our current understanding of disease and inflammation presentation and potential vehicles for treatment. Dr. Bertozzi was awarded the Nobel Prize in 2024 for the development of biorthogonal chemistry, and she explains how this understanding can impact disease…

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DNA Cleanup 101 14:32

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NEB technical support scientist, Jack Martz and NEB Development Scientist Heejin Kim talk about best practice for DNA Cleanup. We will talk about the history of DNA Cleanup and the methods available, as well as share some guidance on selecting the method that is right for your work.By New England Biolabs

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StrateGene: Mapping Your DNA for Health Optimization with Dr. Ben Lynch | Ep5 54:53

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Dr. Ben Lynch, pioneer in epigenetics and Nutrigenomics and author of Dirty Genes, discusses the profound impact of understanding our genetic blueprint and how personalized strategies can optimize health. He introduces his tool, StrateGene, a comprehensive genetic analysis that enables individuals and practitioners to develop precise health plans b…