Gods and Genes
Are you curious about the intersection of health and religion? Wondering how to navigate meaningful conversations as a healthcare provider with your patients as they discuss their own faith with you? Hosted by a certified genetic counselor with an interfaith background, Gods and Genes explores how personal beliefs and clinical practices intertwine. We’ll hear a diversity of perspectives: chaplains, spiritual leaders, nonreligious scholars, genetics professionals, and many many more on the role of faith. Listen now to a podcast rooted in curiosity, compassion, and complexity. Whether you’re personally spiritual or simply seeking to better support your patients’ beliefs, Gods and Genes offers thoughtful dialogue, real stories, and a safe space to ask: What are and aren’t we prepared for when talking about the sacred in science? If you would like to contribute, we'd love to connect! Email your ideas to contact@godsandgenes.com or godsandgenes@gmail.com. Join our mailing list to know all the latest on Gods and Genes or give us a follow on Instagram @GodsandGenes. Gods and Genes is part of Gene Pool Media Network. While waiting for new releases, why not check out over a dozen different science-related podcasts? Logo graphic design is made by Safiah Peeran.
Episodes
A special crossover episode with The Chaplain’s Compass that gets at the heart of many HCPs fears when talking with religious patients: What should I do when my patients “talk God?”
Guests Bio:Chaplain John Betz (he/him/his) is the Executive Director for Spiritual Health at Wellstar Health System and a Chaplain in the U.S. Army Reserves. As a Board Certified Chaplain with the Association of Professional Chaplai...
Redefining Faith and Science: How Genetics and Spirituality Coexist in Modern Medicine
Guest BioSari Brusso, MS, CGC, is a Prenatal Genetic Counselor employed at the BronxCare Health System, and adheres to the practices of Conservative Judaism. For today’s episode, she brings insight about this community, working with Jewish communities at large, and highlighting how faith builds into genetic counseling ses...
On this episode of Gods and Genes, meet Elysse Trost! An upcoming genetic counselor and the first official Podcast Collaborator of Gods and Genes
Guest BioElysse Trost is an upcoming genetic counseling student into the Class of 2028 at the University of Colorado. She graduated from Iowa State University in 2024 with a degree in genetics. As a Catholic, she developed an interest in exploring complex questions in phi...
In this episode of Gods and Genes, Host Amber Sher, MS, CGC, sits down with Daniel Peach to learn about how the Cure Sialidosis community is transforming the narrative of rare diseases through perseverance, science, and groundbreaking gene therapy research, offering hope and solidarity to families worldwide.
This episode is a special episode dedicated to the global charity event: Podcasthon 2026. We’re delighted to be one of...
In this episode of Gods and Genes, I learn from Dan Shockley, retired US Navy veteran and advocate for attenuated familial adenomatous polyposis (AFAP) awareness. Dan shares his journey from a surprising diagnosis of AFAP, a rare genetic condition, to becoming an educator and advocate for early detection and awareness. He discusses his military background, the importance of a positive attitude, and his collaboration with medical pr...
Hosts Becky Miller, Stacy Griffin and Alysia Thomas share their inspirational story on how they started their restorative podcast, Autoimmune Adventures, for all autoimmune warriors.
In this episode, host Amber Sher, MS, CGC engages with the three sisters behind the Autoimmune Adventures podcast, exploring their personal journeys with autoimmune conditions. The conversation delves into the challenges of diagnosis, the role of fa...
SUMMARY:
In this episode of Gods and Genes, host Amber Sher, MS, CGC, delves into the intersection of healthcare and faith, exploring how spirituality can be integrated into medical settings. The episode addresses common misconceptions about chaplaincy, emphasizing the role of chaplains as spiritual care practitioners who provide holistic support beyond end-of-life ceremonies. Amber discusses the importance of understanding patient...
In this special pilot episode of 'Gods and Genes,' host Amber Sher, MS, CGC, is turning the tables and being interviewed by Kira Dineen, MS, LCGC, CG(ASCP)CM, host of DNAToday. This conversation explores the intersection of healthcare, spirituality, and genetics. Interviewed by Kira Dineen, Amber shares her personal journey and the inspiration behind the podcast, discussing how her religious background influences her practice. The ...
This introductory episode to the Gods and Genes podcast introduces us to the focus of a series that navigates the intersection of health and faith. Led by genetic counselor Amber Sher, Gods and Genes delves into how religious beliefs can influence medical decisions and the ethical challenges that arise. This series aims to foster deeper conversations between healthcare professionals and patients of diverse backgrounds If you love h...
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