Continuing Breast Cancer Awareness month, in today's episode I talk about what happens if an abnormal lump is found in a breast cancer screen. I break down the four breast cancer subtypes as well as discuss Angelina Jolie and that famous BRCA1 gene mutation! I also talk about the breast cancer subtype I study in my PhD research, Triple Negative Breast Cancer!  *The information in this podcast is a collection of information from reputable research sources. This is not a supplement for...

Happy Breast Cancer Awareness Month!! For this episode, we dive into the topic of breast cancer screening! I discuss what methods we use for screening and how they identify cancer!  *The information in this podcast is a collection of information from reputable research sources. This is not a supplement for clinical advice, diagnosis or treatment*  Links for resources for this episode (including a list of recommended brands) are available on my LinkTree in my IG Bio  Questions, Comments or...

The hiatus is OFFICIALLY OVER! I couldn't think of a better month to come back to the podcast than Breast Cancer Awareness month!! For our first episode back, I interview the CEO of Saucey Scarves and my best friend Olivia Zell! She talks about her inspiration for her small business, what it is like to be a small business owner, her philanthropic work AND we announce something very exciting!! (Hint...it is adorably PINK)!  Questions, Comments or Suggestions for New Episodes? DM-me at...

Today, we are gonna deep dive into another supplement topic and enter the world of powdered greens! I cover what they are made of, what they do, and whether they need to be a part of your routine!  Links for resources for this episode (including a list of recommended brands) are available on my LinkTree in my IG Bio Questions, Comments or Suggestions for New Episodes? DM-me at @beautyandthebiotechbeast on Instagram! Song: Let's Play by Conti Music --- This episode is sponsored by ·...

In a world full of social media and Facetune, Botox is a hot topic. But does anyone know how this treatment really works? Inspired by Taylor Woods who shared her story with Botox treatment for migraine headaches, I decided to break down the science of this treatment. I also discuss it's variety of applications, outside of just getting rid of wrinkles!! Coincidentally, Botox is one of my FAVORITE scientific discovery stories as it was discovered truly serendipitously!!  Links for resources...

In this episode, I go back to my ACTUAL research area and talk about cancer staging. We have all been impacted by cancer in our lives, whether it is a family member, friend or neighbor--but what do the stages of cancer mean? And how do we come up with them? In this episode, I discuss how cancer is staged, what techniques we use to determine cancer stage, and breakdown the complex system for staging cancers!  Links for resources for this episode are available on my LinkTree in my IG...

As someone whose diet is dictated by what I can and cannot eat, in this episode I dive into the world of food allergies! How are the symptoms caused? Why do we develop them? And why are they so prevalent in the United States?  Links for resources for this episode are available on my LinkTree in my IG Bio Questions, Comments or Suggestions for New Episodes? DM-me at @beautyandthebiotechbeast on Instagram! Song: Let's Play by Conti Music --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The...

Today's episode talks about the star of #hotgirlsummer....SUNSCREEN! I discuss how sunscreen works, what happens when we get sunburned, and why we should be wearing sunscreen EVERY GOSH DARN DAY! Links used to make this episode AS WELL as a link for sunscreens recommended by Dermatologists at many different price points are accessible through the Linktree in my Instagram Bio!  Questions, Comments or Suggestions for New Episodes? DM-me at @beautyandthebiotechbeast on Instagram! Song: Let's...

This week has been so crazy busy!! From preparing for a research talk, to a fellowship application, to writing for another podcast! So I took this week to sit down and have a more informal chat, answering all of your questions! I talk about everything from my thesis research topic, to my favorite lab outfits, to hobbies I picked up in the "pickle"!  Questions, Comments or Suggestions for New Episodes? DM-me at @beautyandthebiotechbeast on Instagram! Song: Let's Play by Conti Music  ---...

*TRIGGER WARNING*: This episode discusses topics related to weight loss, obesity and dieting. In this week's episode, we dive in to the genetics of weight. Obviously, weight loss and gain are heavily impacted by our lifestyle, but there are some genetic markers that make certain individuals predisposed to conditions such as obesity and weight gain. I discuss some of the genes related to weight loss and what these genetic markers could help doctors treat patients suffering from obesity in the...

In this episode, I interview my first guest Asia Fee!! Asia recently graduated with her Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and in the pandemic she turned her passion for makeup into her brand Alchemist Asia! In this episode, we talk about Asia's inspirational background from waiting tables, to owning a business, to her favorite beauty products. We also do a little Q&A of some of the beauty questions that we have been dying to ask; like what are "clean" ingredients, is mascara made of bat poop...

In the spirit of diving into influencer marketing, are personalized haircare products the "Holy Grail" they are advertised to be? What are all the harmful chemicals they do not include..and are they even harmful? In this episode, I break down the opinions behind these companies and what these ingredients really do!  Resources for this episode are available on the LinkTree in my Instagram Bio @beautyandthebiotechbeast! Questions, Comments or Suggestions for New Episodes? DM-me at...

From energy to headaches to hyperpigmentation! In this week's episode we dive into the topic of our favorite morning cup of coffee! I discuss how caffeine gives you energy, why it causes us to have regular bowel movements and if it really has effects on our skin..just to name a few! It's about time we knew about our favorite morning beverage isn't it?  Resources for this episode are available on the LinkTree in my Instagram Bio @beautyandthebiotechbeast! Questions, Comments or Suggestions...

I had the incredible honor of recording a collaborative podcast with my favorite YouTuber Taylor Woods on her podcast Don't Get It Twisted! In our collaborative episode, we talked about some of the science behind fitness topics like supplements, intermittent fasting and lemon water to boost your metabolism! BUT we had a few topics we did not get to UNTWIST (if you will), so I continue the conversation in this week's episode, by TAMING some fitness myths related to "runner's high", lactic acid...

Growing up, my mom always gave me Flinstones vitamins with dinner...but as I got older I fell off the vitamin train!! As I have committed to taking care of my overall health during the pandemic, I have gotten back to taking my vitamins regularly. In this episode, I talk about the  vitamins I personally take, why I take them, and break down some of the most common vitamins like Vitamin D, Cranberry and Collagen!  Resources for this episode are available on the LinkTree in my Instagram Bio...

In this episode, I dive into the mechanism of the newest approved COVID-19 vaccine made by Johnson & Johnson. I discuss how this vaccine differs from the vaccines currently being distributed (Moderna/Pfizer) and what vaccine you should get--SPOILER: You should get whatever vaccine is offered to you!!  Resources for this...

In this episode, I dive into the distrust around vaccines. I discuss the history of anti-vax movements as well as discuss the retracted paper that claimed MMR vaccines cause childhood autism. I also highlight the need for ethical and robust scientific investigations in any field!  Resources for this...

In this much teased episode, I discuss the current two vaccines for COVID-19; the mRNA vaccines made by Pfizer and Moderna. I discuss everything from their mechanism of protection, to dosages, to storage temperatures! I end the episode with a quick tip for those interested in applying to graduate school!  Questions, Comments or Suggestions for New Episodes? DM-me at @beautyandthebiotechbeast on Instagram!  Song: Let's Play by Conti Music --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The...

With all the buzz around vaccines, in this episode I dive into how vaccines protect us from pathogens and the different mechanisms we use for vaccination. I finish up the episode with some tips that I suggest following for selecting your graduate program.  Questions, Comments or Suggestions for New Episodes? DM-me at @beautyandthebiotechbeast on Instagram! Song: Let's Play by Conti Music --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

From petri dishes, to animal models to human trials, this week tame the beast that are clinical trials. I also discuss my motivation for going to graduate school, and why it is important to know your motivation to pursue a graduate degree.  Questions, Comments or Suggestions for New Episodes? DM-me at @beautyandthebiotechbeast on Instagram! Song: Let's Play by Conti Music --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

PCR, Antigen or Antibody? This week I break down the various methods that we use to test for COVID-19 and explain how they work to detect the virus. I also talk about techniques I use to stay focused while working from home! Questions, Comments or Suggestions for New Episodes? DM-me at @beautyandthebiotechbeast on Instagram! Song: Let's Play by Conti Music --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I tame the COVID-19 virus beast some more with a paper analysis of "The proximal origin of SARS-CoV2" published by Anderson et al., 2020 in Nature Medicine! There were some theories going around in the early pandemic phase (and maybe even still today) that COVID-19 was a man-made virus that escaped a lab either intentionally or accidentally. So today I tame those theories by explaining scientifically how we know the virus is naturally occurring (I.e. not man-made)!...

**TRIGGER WARNING**: This episode discusses COVID-19 related deaths.  In this week's episode, we continue our coronavirus discussion. I talk about the symptoms that COVID-19 causes like fevers, pneumonia and loss of taste and why these symptoms are advantageous to the virus. I also talk about why I think it is still important to keep a planner, even with no formal plans! Have a scientific question that needs to be tamed? DM-me at @beautyandthebiotechbeast on Instagram! Song: Let's Play by...

In this week's episode, I tame some of the science behind the beastly COVID-19 virus. I break down the source of the virus, how it infects our cells, and why mask wearing is so important! I also discuss how I continue to stay motivated as a scientist (and a person) through the  craziness of a global pandemic! Have a scientific question that needs to be tamed? DM-me at @beautyandthebiotechbeast on Instagram! Song: Let's Play by Conti Music --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The...