Finding Genius Podcast

What can the DNA of Neanderthals, woolly mammoths, and ancient proteins tell us about the future of medicine? In this episode, Professor César de la Fuente sits down to discuss his fascinating research goal: using the power of machines to accelerate discoveries in biology and medicine…
This conversation explores:
The growing global health threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR).

Why ancient DNA and extinct organisms may hold clues for next-generation antibiotics.

The role that AI plays in uncovering the genetic data of extinct organisms.

What the future of machine biology could mean for human health.

Prof. de la Fuente is Presidential Associate Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, where he leads the Machine Biology Group. He is one of the youngest tenured professors in the history of Penn Medicine. He completed postdoctoral research at MIT and earned his PhD from the University of British Columbia.
He is widely recognized for pioneering the first computer-designed antibiotic shown to be effective in animal models, which is an achievement that helped launch the emerging field of AI-driven antibiotic discovery. His lab has since identified more than one million potential antimicrobial compounds through computational biology.
In addition, Prof. de la Fuente has delivered over 350 invited lectures worldwide, co-authored an influential book on machine learning for drug discovery, secured multiple patents, and published more than 180 peer-reviewed papers in leading journals, including Cell, Science, Nature Communications, PNAS, and Advanced Materials.
You can follow Prof. de la Fuente's latest discoveries and research here!
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🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Missing Microbes: How the Overuse of Antibiotics Is Fueling Our Modern Plagues – A groundbreaking look at the human microbiome and how excessive antibiotic use may disrupt beneficial bacteria, contributing to modern health issues. 👉 Get it here
📘 Revenge of the Microbes: How Bacterial Resistance Is Undermining the Antibiotic Miracle – A powerful exploration of antibiotic resistance and the growing global threat posed by evolving microbes. 👉 Check it out
📙 The Perfect Predator: A Scientist's Race to Save Her Husband from a Deadly Superbug – A gripping real-life story of survival, innovation, and the fight against antibiotic-resistant infections. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Antibiotics: Actions, Origins, Resistance – A detailed scientific resource covering how antibiotics work, where they come from, and the mechanisms behind resistance. 👉 Discover it here
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In this episode, we explore a groundbreaking development in the diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS/ME) — a condition that affects millions worldwide, yet remains notoriously difficult to identify…
Joining the podcast to discuss this topic are Alexandre Akoulitchev and Dmitry Pshezhetskiy, who break down a novel blood test designed to detect biological signatures associated with chronic fatigue. Their work centers on cutting-edge epigenetic science and biomarker discovery, offering new possibilities for more objective and earlier diagnosis of complex, hard-to-measure conditions.
Hit play to discover:
How a blood-based biomarker test may help identify chronic fatigue syndrome.

The role of epigenetics in understanding complex, "invisible" illnesses.

The four key symptoms of ME/CFS, and why it's so difficult to diagnose.

How inflammation signals can contribute to chronic fatigue.

Alexandre Akoulitchev is a molecular biologist specializing in genome regulation and chromatin architecture. He is a cofounder of Oxford BioDynamics and the creator of its EpiSwitch biomarker platform. He earned his PhD in cell biology from University College London.
Dmitry Pshezhetskiy is a Professorial Research Fellow at Norwich Medical School and an academic clinician focused on cancer biology and therapeutic research. He completed his academic training at Moscow State University, Montréal institutions, and leading research centers in France, building a strong background in molecular medicine and translational research.
You can connect with Alexandre Akoulitchev here and Dmitry Pshezhetskiy here!
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🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: A Treatment Guide (2nd Edition) – A comprehensive resource covering diagnosis, symptoms, and over 100 treatment approaches—from medical therapies to lifestyle strategies—for managing chronic fatigue. 👉 Get it here
📘 Epigenetics: How Environment Shapes Our Genes – A fascinating look at how lifestyle, environment, and behavior influence gene expression and long-term health outcomes. 👉 Check it out
📙 Plant Energy Medicine: The Guiding Voice and Healing Vibration of 58 Plants (Sacred Planet) – A unique exploration of plant-based healing, combining traditional wisdom with energetic and vibrational perspectives. 👉 Explore it here
📕 The Fatigue Solution: Increase Your Energy in Eight Easy Steps – A practical guide focused on restoring energy through simple, actionable steps targeting sleep, stress, nutrition, and daily habits. 👉 Discover it here
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Join us in this episode as we explore the cutting edge of regenerative medicine, longevity, and non-surgical recovery with Dr. Jeff Gross. As a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurosurgeon and founder of ReCELLebrate, Dr. Gross brings decades of clinical experience helping patients address athletic injuries, spinal degeneration, joint pain, and age-related decline using advanced biologic therapies.
With published research cited more than 1,000 times, numerous medical book chapters, and international recognition as a speaker, Dr. Gross offers a grounded perspective on where regenerative care is today, and where it may be headed next…
This conversation covers:
Where stem cell therapy may offer the greatest benefits.

The various applications of regenerative therapies.

The best way to administer exosomes. 

What PRP therapy is, and how doctors are using it. 

Tune in to hear how stem cells, PRP, peptides, and other emerging therapies are reshaping the future of healing and performance!
Follow Dr. Gross and his work on Instagram @ifixspines.
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🛍️ Recommended Books & Supplements from this Episode
📖 The Ultimate Guide to Stem Cell Therapy – A comprehensive and accessible overview of stem cell therapy applications, mechanisms, and potential benefits in modern regenerative care. 👉 Get it here
📘 Regenerative Medicine: From Protocol to Patient – A detailed, scientific look at how regenerative therapies are developed and applied in clinical practice. 👉 Check it out
📙 Peptide Protocols: The Complete Science‑Based Guide to Therapeutic Peptides, Precision Stacking, and Strategic Dosing for Performance, Recovery, Longevity, and Metabolic Health – A deep dive into peptide use for optimizing performance, recovery, metabolic health, and longevity. 👉 Explore it here
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Join us in this episode as Darnell Lamont Walker sits down to discuss his powerful new book, Never Can Say Goodbye: The Life of a Death Doula and the Art of a Peaceful End.
Darnell is a Death Doula, Emmy-nominated writer, and cultural anthropologist whose work lives at the intersection of creativity, care, and transition. Whether he's supporting individuals and families through the final stages of life or creating meaningful stories for children, his mission remains the same: to help people navigate life's most profound moments with compassion, clarity, and grace.
This conversation covers:
What a death doula is.

How to approach end-of-life planning with intention and peace.

The emotional and spiritual dimensions of dying.

How to support loved ones through grief and transition. 

Want to learn how to reframe your relationship with death, and why storytelling plays such a vital role in how we process grief, love, and letting go? Hit play now!
Follow along with Darnell and his work by visiting his website!
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Keep up with Darnell socials here:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/writeous/  
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hello.darnell/ 
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hellodarnell 
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 Never Can Say Goodbye: The Life of a Death Doula and the Art of a Peaceful End – A heartfelt and illuminating account of what it means to accompany others through the final chapter of life with compassion, dignity, and presence. 👉 Get it here
📘 The Good Death: A Guide for Supporting Your Loved One through the End of Life – A practical and compassionate handbook for families and caregivers helping a loved one navigate the dying process with understanding and emotional support. 👉 Check it out
📙 A Death Doula's Guide to a Meaningful End – A thoughtful guide offering tools, rituals, and insights for creating purposeful moments and connection at the end of life. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Caring for the Dying: The Doula Approach to a Meaningful Death – A classic resource on how death doulas support emotional, spiritual, and practical needs to foster peaceful and meaningful transitions. 👉 Discover it here
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Could chronic inflammation be the hidden driver behind many of today's most common health issues even though many people don't even realize it? In this episode, Dr. Josh Redd breaks down how inflammation develops, why it persists, and what you can do to finally address it at the root.
Dr. Redd is the founder of RedRiver Health & Wellness and a leader in functional and personalized medicine. With over a decade of advanced training, his work combines deep expertise in human nutrition, immunology, and regenerative medicine. From helping patients rebalance their internal chemistry to performing precision-guided treatments for recovery and performance, his approach is both comprehensive and highly individualized.
Hit play to discover:
The root causes of chronic inflammation and how to identify them.

Key blood markers that reveal what's really happening in your body.

How a 30-day reset can help rebalance your system.

How regenerative medicine supports healing and recovery

To learn more about Dr. Redd and his work, click here!
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Keep up with Dr. Josh Redd socials here:
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Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.joshredd2761
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drjoshredd 
🛍️ Recommended Books from this Episode
📖 The 30‑Day Inflammatory Reset: A Complete Guide to Healing Your Immune System – A step‑by‑step plan to calm inflammation, repair immune function, and help your body recover using evidence‑based nutritional strategies. 👉 Get it here
📘 The Complete Anti‑Inflammatory Diet for Beginners: A No‑Stress Meal Plan with Easy Recipes to Heal the Immune System – A beginner‑friendly guide to anti‑inflammatory eating, complete with simple meals designed to support immune health and reduce chronic inflammation. 👉 Check it out
📙 Glucose Revolution: The Life‑Changing Power of Balancing Your Blood Sugar – A science‑grounded look at how stabilizing your blood sugar can transform energy, cravings, and overall metabolic health. 👉 Explore it here
📕 Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself – A research‑based exploration of how food influences immunity, inflammation, aging, and disease prevention. 👉 Discover it here
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