Amber Sher

Gods and Genes

Science EN ↓ 7 episodes

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 per...

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Amber Sher

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#6 Gods and Genes is Growing! 15.06.2026 35:02

Episode Tagline 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 Bio Elysse 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...

#5 Cure Sialidosis: A Podcasthon 2026 Special 20.03.2026 51:00

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...

#4 Forge Ahead - The Legacy of a Positive Atittude 20.02.2026 38:10

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, an...

#3 “Spiritual Genetics” Meeting the Hosts of Autoimmune Adventures 17.01.2026 55:19

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 chall...

#2 Misconceptions about Faith in Healthcare 15.12.2025 27:56

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...

#1 Meet the Host of Gods and Genes 14.11.2025 45:40

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 back...

Introducing Gods and Genes (Trailer) 06.11.2025 3:03

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 o...