Episodes 19
Avg. Duration 47m
Activity Dormant
Since Jun 2024
Latest Episode Sep 2025

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About This Podcast

#ThroughTheGenes is a patient-led podcast that explores the risks, benefits, and limitations of cell and gene-based therapies for sickle cell disease. Hosted by the sickle sisters - Wunmi Bakare and Christelle Salomon, with special guest, Dima Hendricks -the show offers firsthand accounts from patients, caregivers, and providers who have witnessed the effects of transformative therapies.

Supported by Beam Therapeutics, Synthego,, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, and Kamau Therapeutics, Season 2 of the show dives deeper into ethical considerations, long-term impacts, and clinical insights—empowering patients and caregivers to make informed decisions about emerging treatment options.

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S2E6 S2EP6: The Impact of Race on Sickle Cell Disease

Sep 18, 2025 53m

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…

S2E5 S2EP5: The Role of Donors In Transplants

Sep 04, 2025 57m

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. They…

S2E4 S2EP4: Support Systems in the Transformative Process With Maite Rodriguez

Aug 21, 2025 53m

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…

What Happens To The Body In Gene Therapy? Part 2

Jul 31, 2025 48m

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…

S2E1 What Happens To The Body In Gene Therapy? Part 1

Jul 18, 2025 38m Transcript

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…

S2E2 The Journey To Transformative Therapy - Maintaining Eligibility

Jul 03, 2025 42m

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…

S2E1 Patient Experiences with Experimental Treatments - The Triumphs & Trials

Jun 19, 2025 48m

In this episode of Through the Genes, hosts Wunmi Bakare, Dima Hendricks, and Christelle Salomon engage in a heartfelt discussion about their personal journeys with sickle cell disease and the…

S1E10 Bonus Episode: Visible & Invisible Disabilities and How They Impact Us

Jun 09, 2025 1h 8m Bonus

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,…

S1E9 Bonus Episode: Curative Therapies Beyond the Borders

May 22, 2025 40m Bonus

Through the Genes Podcast | Bonus Episode: Curative Therapies Beyond the Borders In this episode of #ThroughTheGenes, the hosts of the Let's Talk about Sickle Cell Podcast, Jenica Leah and Maya…

S2 #ThroughTheGenes – Season 2 Trailer

May 13, 2025 6m Trailer

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…

S1E8 Episode 8 - Bridging Science and Stories: Kira Dineen on DNA and Sickle Cell”

Sep 26, 2024 42m

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…

S1E7 ACT in Practice

Sep 11, 2024 12m

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…

S1E6 Episode 6: The Mental Health Perspective w/ Staci Martin

Aug 28, 2024 44m

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…

S1E5 Episode 5: The Clinical Perspective w/Genesis Jones and Wynona Coles

Aug 14, 2024 46m

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.…

S1E4 Episode 4: Transplant vs. Gene Therapy w/Caterina Minniti and Genesis Jones

Jul 31, 2024 51m

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…

S1E3 Episode 3: The Caregiver Perspective w/ Amanda Olaghere

Jul 17, 2024 51m

Welcome to episode 3 of #ThroughTheGenes. Amanda Olaghere shares her experience as the caregiver to her husband, Jimi, who participated in a gene therapy clinical trial for sickle cell disease.…

S1E2 Episode 2: The Patient Perspective w/ Jimi Olaghere

Jul 03, 2024 50m

Welcome to Episode 2 of ⁠#ThroughTheGenes⁠. In this episode, we hear from Jimi Olaghere a patient who successfully undergone a curative therapy. ⁠#ThroughTheGenes⁠ provides an in-depth look at the…

S1E1 Episode 1: History of Sickle Cell Research w/ Vence Bonham Jr., JD, & Dr. Matthew Hsieh

Jun 19, 2024 46m

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…

S1 #ThroughTheGenes Official Teaser

Jun 18, 2024 4m

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…

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How many episodes does #ThroughTheGenes have?

#ThroughTheGenes has published 19 episodes since June 2024, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Medicine.

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#ThroughTheGenes is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 47m.

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