Immunity Group Podcast

In this powerful episode of the Immunity Group Australia Podcast, Nina speaks with Amanda R. DeSio Whitehouse, PhD, a licensed psychologist, food-allergy mother, speaker, podcast host, and author of the newly launched book  From Fear to Freedom. A Workbook for Navigating Allergy Immunotherapy . Amanda shares a deeply personal and professional perspective on the emotional reality of living with foo...

In this episode of the Immunity Group Podcast, host Nina Markovic speaks with Tammy Pruscino, founder of MyMedPouch, food allergy advocate, and parent of children living with allergic conditions. Tammy shares how her family’s experience with asthma and food allergies inspired her transition from commercial litigation lawyer to start-up founder, creating a practical and stylish medical pouch design...

This podcast interview features Dr Douglas Jones , co-founder of the Food Allergy Support Team (FAST), reflecting on the organisation’s 10-year journey and the upcoming 9th Annual Congress. Founded in response to the need for greater education, training, and support in food allergy treatment, FAST has evolved from a clinical data registry into a globally recognised collaborative congress that brin...

In this insightful episode of the Immunity Group Australia Podcast, ImGA podcast host Nina Markovic, PhD speaks with allergist and published author Alice Hoyt, MD from Louisiana about her new book,  Navigating Food Allergies: A Parent’s Guide to Care, Coverage, and Confidence , published in 2026 by Johns Hopkins University Press. Together, they discuss the realities families face when navigating f...

In this episode, we’re joined by Prof. Carina Venter to explore the latest science behind food allergy prevention, the gut microbiome, maternal diet, and oral immunotherapy. From early feeding and probiotics to food aversion and the future of allergy care, Prof. Venter shares practical insights and groundbreaking research shaping how we understand allergies today.

Would you like to live forever? Only 20% of people say yes. Professor Miroslav Filipović - astrophysicist at Western Sydney University and one of the rare scientists to have observed Earth from above its atmosphere aboard NASA's SOFIA mission - reveals the invisible force quietly placing an expiry date on every human life: cosmic rays. His team also discovered a particle carrying more energy t...

This International Day of Women and Girls in Science on 11 February 2026 , ImGA honours women in STEM . Iva Dumanjic, electrical engineer and industry leader, shares 25+ years of experience breaking barriers in STEM. Iva also discusses leading major projects at Telstra, including the Mobile Instant Connectivity Kit for remote construction sites, and shares her perspective on AI, innovation, and th...

What if a single tick bite could change the way your body reacts to food forever? In this episode, Nina sits down with Professor Sheryl van Nunen, the ground-breaking clinician who first uncovered the link between tick bites and mammalian meat allergy, now known as alpha-gal syndrome. Professor van Nunen breaks down how this condition was discovered, why reactions to red meat are delayed, and how...

In this special episode, Ilana Dubrovsky, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist who supports families navigating food allergies, intolerances, and restrictive diets, joins Nina from Immunity Group Australia for a sit down conversation. Together, they dive into the unspoken challenges families face, from navigating conflicting advice to managing the emotional strain of daily food decisions. It’s a co...

Food allergies shape more than what families eat - they shape how they feel. In this thoughtful conversation, licensed clinical professional counsellor & family therapist Tamara Hubbard shares insights from her book, "May Contain Anxiety," and her own experiences as a parent. We explore why anxiety shows up, how to manage it, and the simple strategies that help families feel more con...

Allergies are rising. Patients are suffering. And yet… the system is still asleep. In this powerful conversation, world-leading allergist Professor Adam Fox reveals the hidden crisis unfolding inside modern healthcare and why millions of allergy patients are being failed by outdated policy, limited access to specialists, and a shocking lack of public awareness. We explore: Why allergies remain inv...

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Nelum Dharmapriya, a GP specialising in lifestyle and metabolic health, to explore how cultural food traditions intersect with modern health challenges. Dr. Nelum shares insights from global health summits, successful patient stories, and her personal journey founding Whole Food Revolution after being diagnosed with prediabetes. We dive deep into the hidden im...

Allergist and co-founder of Allergenuity Health, Dr. Nikhila Schroeder, joins us to share her journey into allergy medicine and why patient trust is at the heart of effective care. She explores the complexity of diagnosing allergies, including the role of food challenges, and discusses treatment options such as sublingual immunotherapy and environmental management strategies. Dr. Schroeder also hi...

In this episode of the Immunity Group Australia Podcast , we sit down with Brisbane-based author and teacher Jessica Tremayne to explore how her passion for education and advocacy led her to write Ivy’s Allergies: A Story of Courage in the Classroom . Jessica shares her personal journey with oral immunotherapy, her experience with self-publishing, and how her book provides a much-needed classroom...

In this episode of the Immunity Group Australia Podcast , we welcome Dr. Doug Jones, an American board-certified allergist, immunologist, and co-founder of Immunity Group Australia. Dr. Jones delivers science-backed OIT and SLIT protocols, transforming allergy care in Australia. We explore: How OIT can retrain the immune system at a genetic level, benefiting future generations Global best practice...

What if protective gloves didn’t leave a trace on the planet? In this episode, biotech innovator Dr. Velimir Pajić joins our host Nina Marković-Khaze to share the story behind his revolutionary plant-based microfilm technology. Born from a call to action during the COVID-19 pandemic, his invention creates a biodegradable, dissolvable barrier that shields workers, artists, and even surgeons - witho...

Dr. Soh Jian Yi, pediatrician and author, shares his universal clinical reasoning approach, designed to tailor care to each patient. We discuss early allergen exposure, oral immunotherapy (OIT), and how diet, hygiene, and cooking impact allergy prevention. Dr. Soh also touches on screen time, emotional development, and better communication between parents and healthcare providers.

Hosted by Sara Fieschi, this special episode from our Mums for Mums webinar brings together a panel of mothers sharing their real-life experiences with Oral Immunotherapy (OIT) for food allergies. From managing dosing schedules to navigating school and travel, they offer honest insights and practical strategies. The conversation also explores the maintenance phase, highlighting how structured rout...

In this heartfelt episode of the Immunity Group Australia Podcast, two courageous girls, Amira from the U.S. and Amelia from Australia, connect across the globe to share what it’s like growing up with life-threatening food allergies. Joined by Amira’s mum, Meg, author of the inspiring children’s book “What's Philanthropy to Philomena”, the conversation delves into the life of allergies, philan...

In this thought-provoking episode of the Immunity Group Australia podcast, Professor Cezmi Akdis a leading medical researcher in the field of immunology shares his pioneering research on epithelial barriers and their vital role in protecting human health. He explains how environmental factors, modern lifestyles, and industrial substances have compromised these barriers, contributing to the surge i...

In this episode of the Immunity Group Australia Podcast, clinical naturopath and nutritionist Emma Sutherland explores what it really means to have "Mojo" and why it's essential for lasting health, especially for women. She unpacks the toll of chronic stress, the need for more female-focused medical research, and the importance of treating the root cause and not just the symptoms. Em...

In this episode of the Immunity Group Australia Podcast, leading pediatric allergist Dr. Jose Costa shares how early allergen introduction, personalized care, and innovative immunotherapy protocols are transforming the way we treat allergies. Dr. Costa opens up about his journey into allergy medicine and explains the science behind oral immunotherapy (OIT)—a treatment approach giving hope to famil...

In this episode of the Immunity Group Podcast, renowned nutritionist Cyndi O’Meara joins us to unpack the urgent need for greater awareness around diet, lifestyle, and chronic disease prevention. Cyndi challenges the lack of health-focused messaging in political campaigns and questions why issues like food quality, environmental toxins, and rising mental health concerns are absent from the politic...

Today we’re joined by Sharon Selby—Australia’s leading health coach, gut health expert, and regular guest on The Today Show . From a successful career in marketing to becoming a trusted voice in nutrition, Sharon shares her inspiring journey and the evidence-based strategies that have helped thousands of families thrive. We explore how gut health impacts immunity and mental well-being, the importa...

In this episode of the Immunity Group Australia podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating world of the human gut microbiome—its resilience, vulnerabilities, and crucial role in our overall health. Joining us is David Spadaro, science communicator for CSIRO’s microbiome research group, and Dr. Azadeh Safarci, a leading microbiome researcher at CSIRO.   Together, they explore the latest breakthroug...