Sep 18, 202554 minS2
<p>In this episode of #ThroughTheGenes, hosts Wunmi Bakare, Christelle Salomon, and Dima Hendricks, engage in a profound conversation with Dr. Sharl Azar, Medical Director at Massachusetts General Hospital, about the...
About this Podcast:
#ThroughTheGenes is an informative podcast highlighting the risks, benefits, and limitations of gene- and cell-based therapies as curative options for sickle cell disease. The show is hosted by sickle sisters Wunmi Bakare and Dima Hendricks. It takes you behind the lived experience of patients who participated in the curative process, revealing their highs, lows, and everything in between.This collaborative effort aims to help patients and their support networks navigate emerging developments in gene therapies for sickle cell disease.
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What is #ThroughTheGenes about?
is an informative podcast highlighting the risks, benefits, and limitations of gene- and cell-based therapies as curative options for sickle cell disease. The show is hosted by sickle sisters Wunmi Bakare and Dima Hendricks. It takes you behind the lived experience of patients who participated in the curative process, revealing their highs, lows, and everything in between.
What has #ThroughTheGenes covered recently?
Recent episodes include "S2EP6: The Impact of Race on Sickle Cell Disease" (18 September 2025, 54 minutes), "S2EP5: The Role of Donors In Transplants" (4 September 2025, 58 minutes), and "S2EP4: Support Systems in the Transformative Process With Maite Rodriguez" (21 August 2025, 53 minutes).
How often does #ThroughTheGenes publish?
#ThroughTheGenes publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 42 minutes across 19 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on #ThroughTheGenes?
Booking probability for #ThroughTheGenes is 18%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. #ThroughTheGenes requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. #ThroughTheGenes's contact route on record: public web form.
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The strongest fits for #ThroughTheGenes are Health & Wellness Services. #ThroughTheGenes has a health audience.
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#ThroughTheGenes is a health podcast with 19 episodes published.
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Episode #5
S2EP5: The Role of Donors In Transplants
Sep 4, 202558 minS2<p>In this episode of the Through the Genes podcast, hosts Wunmi Bakare and Christelle Solomon explore the complexities of sickle cell disease and the transformative role of stem cell donation.</p> <p>They engage with...
Aug 21, 202553 minS2<p>In this episode of the #ThroughTheGenes podcast, hosts Wunmi Bakare and Christelle Salomon engage in a heartfelt conversation with Maite Rodriguez about her daughter Alessia's journey with sickle cell disease and the...
- Jul 31, 202548 minS0
<p>To conclude our discussion on the topic "What Happens To The Body In Gene Therapy", our hosts - Wunmi Bakare and Christelle Salomon - sat down with Dr. Elizabeth Krieger, who is a pediatric hematologist-oncologist...
Jul 24, 202538 minS2<p>In this episode of #ThroughTheGenes, we delve into the transformative role of fetal hemoglobin in treating sickle cell disease. Join hosts - Wunmi Bakare and Christelle Salomon - as they explore groundbreaking gene...
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- Jul 18, 202538 minS2
<p>In this episode of #ThroughTheGenes, we delve into the transformative role of fetal hemoglobin in treating sickle cell disease. Join hosts - Wunmi Bakare and Christelle Salomon - as they explore groundbreaking gene...
Jul 3, 202542 minS2<p>In this episode of Through the Genes, we had Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Mark Walters with us. The hosts discussed the topic, The Journey to Transformative Therapy - Maintaining Eligibility.This is an...
Jun 19, 202549 minS2<p>In this episode of Through the Genes, hosts Wunmi Bakare, Dima Hendricks, and Christelle</p> <p>Salomon engage in a heartfelt discussion about their personal journeys with sickle cell disease</p> <p>and the...
Jun 9, 20251h 9mS1<p>In this episode of Through the Genes, host Wunmi Bakare engages with guests Seonni and Vanesha from the Mind the Gap podcast to discuss the complexities of visible and invisible disabilities, personal health...
May 22, 202540 minS1<p>Through the Genes Podcast | Bonus Episode: Curative Therapies Beyond the Borders</p> <p><br> </p> <p>In this episode of #ThroughTheGenes, the hosts of the Let's Talk about Sickle Cell Podcast, Jenica Leah and Maya...
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#ThroughTheGenes – Season 2 Trailer
May 13, 20256 minS2<p>In Season 2, we go deeper—confronting ethical dilemmas, highlighting critical clinical insights, and sharing unfiltered patient experiences that matter most to the sickle cell community. This season empowers...
Sep 26, 202442 minS1<p>In this episode of #ThroughTheGenes, we are joined by Kira Dineen, host of the award-winning podcast, DNA Today. Kira brings her expertise in genetics to the conversation as we explore the intersection of DNA, gene...
Episode #7
ACT in Practice
Sep 11, 202412 minS1<p>In this episode of #ThroughTheGenes, we’re excited to welcome back Dr. Staci Martin as she puts Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into practice. Dr. Martin provides an in-depth exploration of mental health...
Aug 28, 202444 minS1<p>Dr. Staci Martin joins us for a conversation that explores various aspects of mental health and self-care for individuals with sickle cell disease, particularly those undergoing the curative therapy process. The...
Aug 14, 202446 minS1<p>This episode concludes part two of the interview with Genesis Jones. She shares her experience with post-transplant complications, specifically hemolytic anemia, and the treatments she has undergone. She discusses...
Jul 31, 202452 minS1<p>In this conversation, Dr. Caterina Minniti discusses curative therapies for sickle cell disease, focusing on gene therapy. She explains the process of preparing for gene therapy, including the discontinuation of...
Jul 17, 202452 minS1<p>Welcome to episode 3 of #ThroughTheGenes.</p> <p>Amanda Olaghere shares her experience as the caregiver to her husband, Jimi, who participated in a gene therapy clinical trial for sickle cell disease. Before the...
Jul 3, 202451 minS1<p>Welcome to Episode 2 of #ThroughTheGenes. In this episode, we hear from Jimi Olaghere a patient who successfully undergone a curative therapy. </p> <p>#ThroughTheGenes provides an in-depth look at the lived...
Jun 19, 202447 minS1<p>Welcome to Episode 1 of #ThroughTheGenes, a show that highlights the risks, benefits, and limitations of cell and gene-based therapies as a curative option for sickle cell disease. In this inaugural episode, we delve...
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#ThroughTheGenes Official Teaser
Jun 18, 20244 minS1<p>Premiering June 19, 2024 (World Sickle Cell Day), the #ThroughTheGenes is an informative podcast series highlighting the risks, benefits, and limitations of gene-based therapies as a curative option for sickle cell...
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Akshay Sharma
pediatric bone marrow transplant physician, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
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Mark Walters
Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Armed American Radio, Second Amendment Foundation
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Kira Dineen
prenatal genetic counselor and genetics podcaster, DNA Today
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Wunmi Bakare
Wunmi Bakare Public Relations
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