Can 23andMe be trusted with your DNA? Should you dabble with genetic testing and what does this mean for you and your family? In Season 2 Episode 3 of the Crossover Connections with Jack Wang podcast, we dive into the latest headlines surrounding the inaccuracies and ethical quandaries connected to online genetic testing services, and how this ties into genetics jobs in the future.

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0:00 Introduction
1:31 23andMe DNA test reveals IV sperm mixup
3:58 A journalist's 10-year old predictions about 23andMe
9:54 23andMe's big plan all along
12:08 Unintended consequences of genetic testing
14:27 Australians are avoiding genetic screening tests
18:29 Are online DNA tests accurate enough?
21:25 Can you become a Genetic Counsellor?
25:52 Audience comments from previous episodes

Show notes:

23andMe reveals not biological father: https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/par...
Original concerns back in 2013: https://www.scientificamerican.com/ar...
23andme’s master plan: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/featur...
23andMe’s indirect consequences: https://www.vox.com/recode/2019/12/13...
Genetic testing avoidance due to insurance premiums rising: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-3...
Online genetic testing unreliable: https://www.abc.net.au/news/health/20...