Episodes
Episode 17: Interdisciplinary Approaches to Therapy with Lauren, Kayc…
In today’s episode, we are joined by Lauren, Kacee, and Tyler, a dedicated team of therapists working with Margo, a young girl with MCHS. They join us to discuss the interdisciplinary approach in pediatric therapy and its imp...
Episode 16: Therapy, Advocacy, and Family with Camila and Jedidiah
In today’s episode, we are joined by Camila and Jedidiah Seaman, parents to Margo. Camila and Jedidiah join us to discuss Margo’s story, the lessons learned along the way, and their hopes for the future. Subjects discussed in...
Episode 15: MEF2C and the Immune System with Dr Tim O'Sullivan
In today’s episode, we are joined by Dr. Tim O’Sullivan, a immunologist at UCLA, as well as his graduate student Cassidy Lee. Dr. O’Sullivan and Cassidy join us to discuss the emerging research on MEF2C’s role in immune funct...
Episode 14: Adoption, Advocacy, and MEF2C with Addyson Moore
In today's episode, We are joined by Addyson Moore, mother to Lydia. Addyson shares her adoption story and how she became Lydia's mom as well as her experiences with MCHS. Subjects discussed include: Lydia's early life in fos...
Episode 13: The Essentials of MCHS and TSBs with Alain Greige
In today’s episode, we are joined by Alain Greige, a graduate student from Dr. Cowan’s lab at MUSC. Alain joins us to discuss the nuts and bolts of MCHS and the future of treatment. Some highlights include: MEF2C’s role in ne...
Episode 12: Interpreting Genetics with Jamie Lundy of Simons Searchli…
In today’s episode of the MEF2Cast, we interviewed Jamie Lundy, Certified Genetic Counselor with Simons Searchlight. Jamie joins us to give us a lesson in the basics of genetics and to share her expertise and insights on MCHS...
Episode 11: Resilience and Hope with Richard and Sheila Carter
In today’s episode, we are joined by Sheila and Richard Carter, parents to Richmond. Sheila and Richard join us to discuss Richmond’s journey to diagnosis, their lives as MCHS parents, and tips and tricks learned along the w...
Episode 10: Putting In The Work With Caroline Claflin
In today’s episode, we are joined by Caroline Claflin, parent to Darwin and co-founder of the MEF2C Family Foundation. Caroline joins us to discuss Darwin’s journey to diagnosis, her adventures in being an MCHS parent, and ti...
Episode 9: Spelling to Communicate (S2C) with Sam Fox
In today’s episode, we are joined by Sam Fox, Spelling to Communicate (S2C) practitioner and owner of Beyond Speech Therapy Center in Munroe Falls, OH. Sam joins us to discuss spelling as a means of communication for non-spea...
Episode 8: Pathways to Hope with James Kelly & Lorena García Fernández
In today’s episode, we are joined by James Kelly and Lorena In today’s episode, we are joined by James Kelly and Lorena García Fernández, founders of the MEF2C Foundation and parents to Elijah. James is also a board member fo...
Episode 7: From Diagnosis to Advocacy with Chris & Erin: MEF2C Family…
In today’s episode, we are joined by Erin Kindrachuk and Chris Kninitski, co-founders of the MEF2C Family Foundation and parents to Sam. Erin and Chris join us to discuss Sam’s journey to diagnosis, what Sam’s life looks like...
Episode 6: The Inner Workings of MCHS with Dr. Christopher Cowan
In today’s episode of the MEF2Cast, we interviewed Dr. Christopher Cowan, a neuroscientist studying neurodevelopmental conditions like MCHS. Dr Cowan joins us to discuss the role of MEF2C in the brain and its development and ...
Episode 5: Exploring MEF2C with Dr. Wendy Chung
In today’s episode of the MEF2Cast, we interviewed Dr. Wendy Chung, a medical geneticist and Chair of Pediatrics at Boston Children’s Hospital and a researcher studying neurogenetic conditions like MCHS. Dr. Chung is a member...
Episode 4: An Everyday Perspective: Life with MCHS with Becky and Bra…
In this episode, we speak with Becky and Brandon, from Canada, about their son Bodie. We discuss Bodie's story, their journey with MCHS, and what everyday life looks like for their family. We hope you enjoy! Takeaways: Bodie'...
Episode 3: Finding Andrew's Voice with Susan Simmons
This conversation explores the journey of Susan Simmons and her son Andrew, who has autism and MEF2C. Susan shares insights into Andrew's early development, the challenges of his diagnoses, and the emotional impact of discove...
Episode 2: From Diagnosis to Action: The MEF2C Family Foundation with…
In this conversation, Meredith and Aleah share their experiences navigating the challenges of diagnosis, early intervention, and the emotional impact of raising children with unique needs. They discuss the importance of commu...
Episode 1: Get to Know Us and MCHS Explained
Enjoy this introduction for our new podcast where we explain who we are, why we started the podcast, how it will work, and give a brief overview of MEF2C Haploinsufficiency Syndrome. Key takeaways include: Creating a space fo...