Genetic testing services like 23andMe can tell us a lot about our health and ancestry. But whenever you’re giving your DNA to a company, it’s important to know the risks. On today’s episode of There Are No Girls On The Internet (TANGOTI), host Bridget Todd is joined by 23andMe Senior Privacy Counsel Zerina Curevac for a deep dive on what you need to know before you spit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 01, 2022•27 min•Ep. 23
Nancy Grace teams up with 23andMe to dive into the DNA reports and health profiles of Nancy’s family who have all taken the 23andMe tests. Alongside an all-star panel, Nancy breaks down the reports to better understand the role our genetics play in our overall health. Joining Nancy Grace today: Caryn Stark - NYC Psychologist, CarynStark.com, Twitter: @carynpsych, Facebook: "Caryn Stark" Dr. Michelle DuPre - Former Forensic Pathologist, Medical Examiner and Detective: Lexington County Sheriff's D...
Dec 01, 2022•33 min•Ep. 22
In this special episode of The Sessions, Renee teams up with 23andMe to explore her Viking ancestry and the unique DNA traits that make her one of a kind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 01, 2022•27 min•Ep. 21
Whitney Rose from The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City is an honorary Twot!! After a whirlwind weekend at BravoCon, our three BFFs are catching up and getting REAL. Teddi continues to share her cancer journey. She’s prioritizing health hoping everyone will do the same! Thanks to 23andMe, Teddi, Tamra and Whitney dive headfirst into their Housewife DNA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 17, 2022•30 min•Ep. 20
There’s so much information in your spit. Today Nikki and Andrew with the help of 23andMe find out what there is to discover in theirs. Listen as they “spitball” about all the stuff they've learned from their genetic data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 17, 2022•36 min•Ep. 19
This week, Chelsea teams up with 23andMe for a very spit-ful episode. Chelsea and Catherine discover their real lineage, who’s most likely to get gout, and are shocked at how much their reports can tell them about themselves. Then: A listener with two moms discovers a number of new siblings - that reaches into double-digits. A cousin wonders if she should spill the beans about a secret sister before a big wedding. And an adoptee learns that it’s important to understand your genes before you make...
Nov 03, 2022•47 min•Ep. 18
A legacy isn’t just something you leave behind, it’s something you carry on. Our DNA holds the stories of that legacy and in this episode, the Ellises unlock some of those stories with their report from 23andMe. Dead ass. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 17
After combing the globe and searching far and wide, we’re thrilled to bring you an episode about our favorite BMW-ers: the hard-working background actors. And to get in the spirit, Danielle, Will and Rider each took a 23andMe DNA test to discuss what they learned about THEIR background right here on the pod! And yes - today’s guests include actual Boy Meets World background actors. From sitting at Chubbie’s to hanging in Feeny’s class to wearing a PIZZA hat, find out what life was like behind th...
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 16
Frankie and his mother go over their DNA reports and learn about their ancestral line and health factors. Creeper teaches a meditation class for the homies. This bonus episode is brought to you by Spit podcast and 23andMe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 13, 2022•22 min•Ep. 15
FOX Sports personality and co-host of ‘The Herd with Colin Cowherd’, Jason McIntyre, knows the most valuable commodity for sports gamblers is good information. You can’t make smart decisions on games without all the information, and the same holds true when it comes to your health. Jason is constantly looking for an edge, and that’s precisely why he decided to take a 23andMe test. Teaming up with 23AndMe, J-Mac discusses how learning about his ancestry and genetic history has given him the knowl...
Oct 13, 2022•17 min•Ep. 14
Ben and Ashley are hanging out with Bachelor Nation OGs Bob Guiney and Trista Sutter and revealing some MAJOR Bachelor secrets you won’t hear anywhere else! We hear about life before “The Bachelor”, Ben’s secret life as a zookeeper, and who has out of control back hair! It’s wild what we can find from our spit, thanks to 23AndMe! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 08, 2022•40 min•Ep. 13
All-American football star, 1st Round NFL Draft pick and Co-Host of 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe, LaVar Arrington shares the journey he took learning about his ancestry and health. All it took was a little spit and after submitting a DNA sample kit to 23AndMe, both LaVar and his producer Lee DeLapp received reports that unveiled a treasure trove of information. Being a mentor and coach to young athletes, LaVar explains how valuable this information is in giving an advantage on and off the field. Whet...
Sep 08, 2022•27 min•Ep. 12
Now more than ever, we want to take care of ourselves. We spend a lot of time exercising, eating right, taking care of our mental health…why not know what our DNA makeup is? Becca and Tanya got curious so they decided to find out what 23andMe is all about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 21, 2022•40 min•Ep. 11
What makes you...well, you? It's a question humanity has wrestled with since the dawn of recorded history all the way to the modern day. In today's special episode in partnership with 23andMe, Ben, Noel and Max dive into the history of genetic research from its ancient predecessors to great breakthroughs of the recent past, as well as learning a bit about their own genetic history along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 21, 2022•52 min•Ep. 10
Today is a special collab with the Spit podcast from 23andMe. Prop took his DNA test to look at some of his health risks.. then hops on the line with his mom to talk about their family history, and black families making life work in the hood despite living in a food desert. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 21, 2022•40 min•Ep. 9
This episode is something special I did in conjunction with 23andMe and the SPIT podcast which you can hear on iHeartRadio. I took a look into what my DNA says about me. Beyond what my ancestry says, with a focus on my health. Throughout this process I learned about two genetic variants that could impact myself or my family and also that I have a typical likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, which has always been a concern since it runs in my family. There’s also fun stuff I learned from my ...
Jun 09, 2022•25 min•Ep. 8
In this episode of SPIT, Adrianne Nina, fitness influencer and host of the daily Good Risings podcast Level-Up Latte, explores her personal growth over the past year since receiving her 23andMe reports. Upon learning that she’s at an increased likelihood for developing certain diseases, she prioritized specific components of her diet and workout routine. Adrianne draws from her personal experience to highlight how personalized results motivated specific changes and how this information can empow...
Jun 09, 2022•28 min•Ep. 7
Our hosts Dope Knife & Linqua Franqa will discuss the reality of health risks and disparities in the marginalized communities that make up the majority of their audience. They will touch on mental health issues, particularly about the ways that health knowledge can empower mental wellbeing as well as physical wellbeing. Additionally, the two will examine how issues of health are treated in the scene/culture of hip hop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 09, 2022•27 min•Ep. 6
They are the diners at Luke's Diner, the students in the halls at Chilton, and the people walking up and down the streets of Stars Hollow. Today's episode is giving you the background on background acting. It's important. Gilmore Girls would be nothing without these talented people. And, if you saw our background acting video...you know we need to learn everything we can from skilled Gilmore Girls background actors! Thanks to 23andMe, everyone needs to know their background. 23andme.com real dat...
Jun 09, 2022•41 min•Ep. 5
A DNA test sends me down the rabbit hole of ancestry until I’m stuck with a dilemma that could change my life. I don’t remember my grandparents. When their stories were told it meant nothing to me. A DNA test inspires me to discover my ancestry for myself until a sudden event changes my trajectory and presents a life-altering dilemma. What would you do with a 30-year head start? If you like this episode, check out more from the 22 other creators who are also part of this journey. See omnystudio....
May 05, 2022•34 min•Ep. 2
Minnie Driver questions Anne Wojcicki, founder, and CEO of the personal genomics company 23andMe. Anne shares how her childhood community influenced her business approach, a story of a divided family united by a surprising genetic connection, and the time she went to Siberia in search of peace and quiet. If you like this episode, check out more from the 22 other creators who are also part of this journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 05, 2022•38 min•Ep. 1
Today is a special episode with my friend, Andrew Cannon. He’s the brand manager from Santa Cruz Skateboards as well as singing for an incredible band called Worship. We get deep and philosophical about the origin of his love for independent music, health, and, of all things, our DNA. I am really glad we got to paint with a broad brush in this episode and hope you enjoy! If you like this episode, check out more from the 22 other creators who are also part of this journey. See omnystudio.com/list...
May 05, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 4
SMNTY teams up with 23andMe to explore how women can empower themselves by learning about their genetics both in understanding the past and arming themselves with knowledge for a better future. In this special episode, Samantha reflects on her search for her identity and the power of information when it comes to health. If you like this episode, check out more from the 22 other creators who are also part of this journey. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 05, 2022•30 min•Ep. 3
By now, millions are aware that DNA can reveal a great deal about your ancestry. But more and more, people are realizing that DNA also holds the key to certain health insights that may impact your future. On this season of SPIT, a podcast from iHeartRadio and 23andMe, we explore how specific information from your DNA could change everything. We ask the question - what if you learned that you have certain DNA variants that could play a role in your health, how would that change your life? Join ho...
Apr 28, 2022•1 min
Why do certain medications work for some patients but not for others? Environment and lifestyle play a part, but scientists are now beginning to understand that DNA is also a key factor. That’s why precision medicine, which involves tailoring treatments to meet individual patients’ needs, could very well be the future of healthcare, resulting in less guesswork and fewer complications. In this episode, Baratunde is joined by Dr. Rick Kittles, a pioneering geneticist and professor at City of Hope’...
Mar 30, 2020•43 min
Almost one million Americans live with Parkinson’s disease, and another 60,000 cases will be diagnosed this year alone. But while there isn’t a cure yet, our understanding of disease and the discovery of certain symptom-mitigating treatments are helping the millions of people with Parkinson’s each day. On this episode, Baratunde discusses the disease with some of the most notable advocates for those with Parkinson’s, Laila Ali, who watched her father, Muhammad Ali, consciously choose to battle t...
Sep 09, 2019•51 min•Season 2Ep. 3
While the new age of collecting and sharing genetic data is transforming our understanding of who we are, where we come from, and the health risks we might face, it also raises real concerns about privacy and security. But it’s not just genetic data that has the potential to be used in ways that we didn’t intend; it’s all data. In this episode, we’ll talk candidly about the current state of data privacy—who has access to your data, the things they’re learning about you (and others like you) from...
Jul 10, 2019•39 min•Season 2Ep. 2
You have a one in two chance of having prediabetes or diabetes. As staggering as this is, we can take steps right now to beat the odds, and that starts with knowing your glucose levels. On this episode recorded live from South by Southwest, host Baratunde Thurston sits down with iconic musician Tim McGraw, American Diabetes Association CEO, Tracey Brown, and Lark Health CEO/Co-Founder, Julia Hu to get the scoop on what we can do right now to live healthier lives, stop prediabetes from progressin...
Mar 27, 2019•46 min•Season 2Ep. 1
One in eight US women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her life, and while we’ve seen a decrease in deaths thanks to advances in screening, treatment and awareness, that’s still too high. On today’s show, we ask the crucial question: what can we do to combat this disease, and how can our self-awareness of our risk, our genetic predisposition and our options aid in this effort? We have gathered an amazing group of women, with varied experiences and viewpoints to examine this...
Dec 06, 2018•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Every day, drug overdoses kill 142 people. That’s more than car crashes and gun homicides -- combined. Prescription opioids and heroin are the prime contributors to these statistics. Heroin use in the U.S. has more than doubled, and heroin deaths have more than quadrupled just in the past decade. So, we ask ourselves, what will it take to beat this epidemic? In the latest episode of Spit, host Baratunde Thurston explores addiction, the relationship between genetics and the environmental experien...
Nov 14, 2018•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 8
