Skin Tight Genes
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In this hour, stories from the double helix—genetic makeup, inherited disease, and family secrets. It's all in the DNA. This hour is hosted by Moth Artistic Director, Catherine Burns. The Moth Radio Hour is produced by The Moth and Jay Allison of Atlantic Public Media.
Mike Birbiglia works to get healthy and mitigate his bad genes.
Carmen Rita Wong uncovers the complicated layers of her family's past.
Beth Bucher makes a difficult decision to protect her health.
When applying for a green card, Paul Nurse discovers a family secret.
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Stories in this Episode
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Discussing Family Trees in School Can Be Dangerous
by Paul Nurse
When applying for a green card a professor of genetics discovers a family secret.
Extras From This Episode
Skin Tight Genes extras
Carmen Rita Wong
Carmen, her brother and Dad #2 around move from NYC to NH.

Carmen's mother and Papi Wong at their engagement party in 1962.
Family #2 with Dad #2.
Beth Bucher

Beth and her Aunt Anna

Beth celebrating her 40th in Thailand

Beth getting the all clear in July 2017

Beth's mom and with Tricia (Beth's sister)