Geno3 Podcast

Andy McNiven
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Welcome to Geno3! I’m Andy, and this is the podcast where we explore personalised health and wellness tailored just for you. If you’re tired of one-size-fits-all advice and want science-backed tips to feel your best, you’re in the right place. Let’s get started!

  1. APR 1

    Geno 3 - Episode 21 - Understanding Your Body Instead of Following the Noise

    In this episode Andy is joined by Lorna for a thoughtful conversation about what happens when we stop chasing external health advice and start paying closer attention to what our own body is telling us. Together they explore how easy it is to get lost in noise, generic programmes and other people’s routines, and why that often leaves people feeling more confused, disconnected and frustrated with their health. Lorna reflects on her own experience of moving from rigid plans and outside advice towards a more personalised understanding of what actually works for her body. Through real life examples around eating patterns, energy and exercise, the conversation shows how clarity can soften tension and help health feel more supportive rather than more pressured. This episode is not about getting everything right. It is about beginning to notice your own patterns, understanding that your body is not working against you, and creating more space to respond in a way that genuinely supports you. If your health has started to feel confusing overwhelming or stuck in repeat, this episode offers a calmer way back into understanding.

    23 min

  2. MAR 4

    Geno 3 - Episode 20 - Oestrogen Explained Without the Hype

    In this episode Andy is joined by Kirsty to begin a deeper dive into the hormone chapter of the Geno3 report, starting with one of the most talked about hormones, oestrogen. With conversations around hormones, perimenopause and menopause increasing in the media, it can be easy to assume that oestrogen itself is the problem. This episode slows things down and explains what oestrogen actually does in both men and women, where it is produced, and how the body processes and clears it. The focus then shifts to balance. When natural production and environmental exposure outweigh the body’s ability to clear hormones efficiently, the overall load increases. Over time that imbalance can begin to matter. You will also hear about everyday chemicals known as xenoestrogens, found in plastics, personal care products and other common items, and how small practical changes can help reduce overall hormone load without aiming for perfection. This conversation is not about panic or blame. It is about understanding how the system works and creating space for the body to function as it was designed to. If you want a clearer, calmer perspective on oestrogen and what actually influences hormone balance, this episode is a strong place to start.

    18 min

  3. FEB 18

    Geno 3 - Episode 19 - Living with EDS: How Emma rediscovered her health through DNA insight.

    Emma has lived for years with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, pain, fatigue and a sense that her body never quite made sense. In this episode, she shares how seeing her Geno3 DNA report reframed her relationship with her health, turning random symptoms into a clearer picture she could finally work with. We talk about the "click" moments in her results, the first small changes she made, what it felt like to act from understanding rather than guesswork, and how her day to day life has shifted since. If you have ever felt dismissed, confused, or stuck in a trial and error with your health, Emma's story offers validation, hope, and a more compassionate way to think about your own body.

    23 min

  4. FEB 4

    Geno 3 - Episode 18 - Grounded Under Pressure: Turning Stress Into Stability.

    In this episode of the Geno3 Podcast, Andy teams up with Lorna to continue the conversation from Episode 16 on why pressure affects people so differently. In Part Two, Lorna dives into the practical side, what grounding techniques actually are, why they matter for stress, and how they calm the nervous system. She also takes listeners through an actual grounding session during the podcast, guiding you step by step in how to use these techniques in real time. You’ll hear when grounding is most useful in everyday life, the science behind how it works in the body, and other simple, effective ways to support your nervous system and stay balanced under pressure.

    26 min

  5. JAN 13

    Geno 3 - Episode 17 - The New US Dietary Guidelines and the Move Back to Real Food

    In this episode Andy is joined by Kirsty to talk through the newly released US dietary guidelines and the updated food pyramid and why these changes matter beyond nutrition advice. They explore how population level guidance quietly shapes what is served in schools, hospitals and care settings and why this latest update represents a meaningful shift in direction. The focus has moved away from slogans, targets and restriction and back towards food quality, nourishment and everyday food defaults. The conversation looks at the growing recognition of ultra processed foods, the renewed emphasis on whole foods and nutrient density and the return to a much simpler message, eat real food. Rather than presenting the guidelines as a finished solution this episode frames them as a reset in tone and intent and a sign that the old way of talking about food has not delivered better health outcomes. If you are interested in how food guidance influences culture, health and everyday choices this episode offers a clear, grounded interpretation of what has changed and why it matters.

    12 min

  6. JAN 7

    Geno 3 - Episode 16 - Why Pressure Affects People So Differently

    Why do some people stay calm and focused under pressure while others feel overwhelmed anxious or mentally foggy. In this episode, Andy is joined by Kirsty to explore how differences in brain chemistry can shape the way we respond to stress, focus and performance. Using real life examples from exams, work and parenting they unpack why high pressure situations can bring out the best in some people and completely derail others. The conversation moves away from fixed labels and instead looks at how different nervous systems respond to pressure in different ways. It offers a reframing that helps explain long standing patterns without turning them into problems to fix. Rather than diagnosing or boxing people in, this episode is about understanding recognising patterns and reducing self-blame. It also touches on practical ways to create the right conditions for clarity, confidence and resilience both for yourself and for the people you care about. If you have ever wondered why pressure affects you or your child the way it does, this conversation will help things click into place.

    32 min

  7. 12/17/2025

    Geno 3 - Episode 15 - The Long Game: How Your Life Story Shapes Your Health

    In this episode, co‑founder Jenny invites listeners to zoom out and see health as a lifelong biography, not just a set of symptoms. She walks through the journey from egg to baby, childhood, adolescence and into adulthood, showing how genetics, lifestyle, and environment are constantly interacting and shaping who we become. Drawing on her years of experience in the health industry, Jenny shares the simple model she uses to make sense of a person’s health story, weaving in real‑world examples of how biography, DNA, and daily choices all connect. Jenny also offers a first look at Geno3’s new self‑assessment tool, launching next year, which helps people map their own health biography alongside their genetic insights. Listeners will hear what this tool can reveal, how it can guide more personalised decisions, and why combining genetics with thoughtful self‑reflection can be far more powerful than either on its own. This is a reflective, hopeful conversation for anyone who wants to understand not just what is going on with their health, but why—and what to do next.

    29 min

  8. 12/03/2025

    Geno 3 - Episode 14 - The ‘Alzheimer’s Gene’ Demystified: What It Means for You, Inspired by Chris Hemsworth’s Reveal.

    This episode dives into APOE, one of the most important genes linked to Alzheimer’s disease, and unpacks what it actually means for real people, not just scientists. ​The conversation explores whether APOE is something the general public understands yet, if everyone should get tested, and why knowing your status can be both empowering and emotionally challenging. There is a special focus on APOE4: what current research says about risk, whether omega‑3 supplements may help, and what practical lifestyle steps APOE4 carriers can take to support their long‑term brain health. You’ll also hear a short segment on Chris Hemsworth’s experience discovering he carries two copies of the so‑called “Alzheimer’s gene” in his series Limitless, and how that moment helped bring APOE into the public conversation. From there, the episode turns to the big questions: how much you can realistically influence the impact of your genes, and what it looks like to live proactively with increased genetic risk instead of feeling defined or limited by it.

    21 min
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Welcome to Geno3! I’m Andy, and this is the podcast where we explore personalised health and wellness tailored just for you. If you’re tired of one-size-fits-all advice and want science-backed tips to feel your best, you’re in the right place. Let’s get started!

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  • Creator
    Andy McNiven
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Andy McNiven
  • Show Website
    Geno3 Podcast