Aging is a complex process, but have you ever wondered how it differs between men and women? In this week’s episode of the Everything Epigenetics podcast, Sara Hägg, an Associate Professor at Karolinska Institutet, and I discuss the fascinating differences in biological aging between sexes. We explore how genetics, hormones, and lifestyle choices contribute to aging disparities and what that means for longevity, disease risk, and overall health. You'll learn about: - How Sara Hägg became in...
Feb 12, 2025
42 min
Epigenetics offers fascinating insights into how our genes are influenced by lifestyle and environmental factors. In this week’s episode of the Everything Epigenetics podcast, Dr. Raffaele Teperino and I delve into groundbreaking research on epigenetic inheritance and how reproductive fitness impacts long-term health. From the transfer of epigenetic material during conception to the role of paternal health in childhood obesity and diabetes risk, we discuss how these factors shape generational...
Jan 29, 2025
48 min
DNA methylation, a cornerstone of epigenetic research, is vital for understanding gene regulation and its implications in health and disease. In this week’s episode of the Everything Epigenetics podcast, I speak with David Goldberg and Nicole Renke about the latest advancements in DNA methylation tools, including Illumina's groundbreaking Methylation Screening Array (MSA). We explore the history and evolution of methylation microarrays, why they remain the gold standard for Epigenome-Wide As...
Jan 15, 2025
55 min
How can epigenetics revolutionize heart disease prevention? In this week’s episode of the Everything Epigenetics podcast, Dr. Meesha Dogan and I discuss the groundbreaking role of AI-driven epigenetics in cardiovascular medicine. Dr. Dogan shares her journey into the field, the life-changing potential of precision diagnostics, and the critical connection between lifestyle and heart health. You'll learn about: • How epigenetics determines heart disease risk beyond genetics. • ...
Jan 1, 2025
50 min
Reproductive longevity and fertility are topics that impact women disproportionately across the globe. In this week’s episode of the Everything Epigenetics podcast, Dr. Katherine Zagone and I discuss how epigenetics can unlock key insights into fertility, biological age, and reproductive health. Dr. Zagone shares her journey into the fertility world, her pioneering work at Clockwize, and how biological age plays a crucial role in fertility outcomes. You'll learn about: How Dr. Zagone founded...
Dec 18, 2024
54 min
What does it take to live not just longer but healthier lives? In this week’s episode of the Everything Epigenetics podcast, Dr. Jamie Justice and I explore the groundbreaking research and initiatives shaping the future of healthy aging. From bridging the gap between lifespan and healthspan to revolutionary breakthroughs like the XPRIZE Healthspan prize, we dive deep into the science and innovations driving progress in geroscience. You'll learn about: What “healthy aging” truly means and why ...
Dec 4, 2024
52 min
In this week’s episode of the Everything Epigenetics podcast, Dr. Christopher Minteer, Nicholas Minteer, and I dive into the fascinating intersection of canine health, longevity, and epigenetics. We explore how their company, Woofgenix, is revolutionizing the field through cutting-edge research and innovative products that aim to extend the lifespan and healthspan of our beloved pets. From understanding the unique epigenetic processes in dogs to uncovering the secrets behind varying breed lif...
Nov 20, 2024
48 min
In this episode of Everything Epigenetics, host Hannah Went sits down with Dave Pascoe, a retired network security architect who’s redefining the way we think about aging. Despite being 62, Dave has been able to have a lower "biological age" and slow pace of aging, a testament to his dedication to health optimization, epigenetics, and biological tuning. Known for ranking among the top contenders in the Rejuvenation Olympics leaderboard, Dave’s journey offers invaluable insights into affordabl...
Nov 6, 2024
48 min
In this week's episode of the Everything Epigenetics podcast, Dr. Chiara Herzog and I talk about how epigenetics is making waves in the medical world and how it could change treatment. Translational scientist and research fellow Dr. Herzog provides insights from her role in the Biomarkers of Aging Consortium and her work on the TirolGESUND project, one of the largest multi-omic human lifestyle intervention trials to date. We investigate the potential applications of epigenetics in cancer dete...
Oct 23, 2024
48 min
In this week’s episode of the Everything Epigenetics podcast, Dr. Gabriel Fries and I discuss the fascinating intersections of epigenetics, aging, and psychiatric disorders. Dr. Fries, an Assistant Professor in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at UTHealth, shares his groundbreaking research on the molecular underpinnings of mood disorders such as bipolar disorder and suicide risk. We dive into how psychiatric disorders are linked to accelerated aging, how drugs like lithium show promise in ...
Oct 9, 2024
48 min
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