Two guys talking **it - A Gastroenterology and Hepatology podcast

Today we’re talking bugs, bowels, and breakthroughs with A/Prof Gianluca Ianiro and Dr. Ben Mullish, two microbiome maestros who make poo science strangely fascinating.

A/Prof Gianluca Ianiro is an Associate Professor of Gastroenterology at the Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore in Rome and a Consultant at the Gastroenterology Unit of the Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS. His clinical and research intere...

Today we welcome two world-leading dietitians to talk all things diet in IBD and IBS....

A/Prof Emma Halmos is a senior research dietitian at Monash University and the Alfred Hospital. Her scientific achievements have had a major impact in clinical practice nationally and internationally. The most notable was the pivotal feeding study that demonstrated the low FODMAP diet was efficacious in patients with IBS. A/Prof Halmos has been ...

Summary

Dr Gideon Hirschfield is a leading expert in autoimmune liver diseases, including PSC, PBC, and autoimmune hepatitis. He’s helped shape how these conditions are understood and managed around the world, combining cutting-edge research with a real passion for patient care.

Today he discusses his work with autoimmune liver diseases, particularly primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) and autoimmune hepatitis. We discuss some key ...

This is a really special episode with an incredible doctor (Jon says "the best clinician I have ever met").

Today we welcome Dr Simon Gabe, an internationally renowned expert in intestinal rehabilitation. Dr Simon Gabe is a consultant in gastroenterology & intestinal rehabilitation at St Mark’s Hospital and chair of the NHS National Reference Centre for Severe Intestinal Failure at St Mark’s. This is also an Integrate...

Jon and James welcome Dr Beatriz Gros, a leading expert in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). They discuss key findings from the recent European Crohn's and Colitis Conference in 2025.

Dr. Beatriz Gros (X: @bealoquebea Instagram: @dr.beatrizgros) is a consultant gastroenterologist based in Córdoba, Spain, specializing in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). She serves as a Consultant Gastroenterologist at Reina Sofía University...

We very excited about the episode today!

We are joined by A/Professor Jason Tye-Din - a leading expert in coeliac disease and immune-mediated gut disorders. He is Coeliac labratory head at the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research, a Mathison Centenary Fellow at the University of Melbourne, and consultant Gastroenterologist at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. His work focuses on the immunology of coeliac disease, novel di...

Professor Alex Ford is a renowned researcher in Gastroenterology, specializing in Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBIs). Based at the University of Leeds, he has authored numerous high-impact studies on conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and functional dyspepsia. With a focus on evidence-based treatments and advancing our understanding of the gut-brain axis, Professor Ford is widely recognized for his contributions...

Episode #02: Checkpoint conversations

In the first full episode, we tackle the rising challenge of managing colitis and hepatitis triggered by immune checkpoint inhibitors. From recognizing these entities to exploring (non) evidence-based management strategies. Join us for a conversation packed with insights, or if you just want to hear Jon try and pronounce 'nomenclature'.

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Hello world..

Welcome to Two guys talking **it - a podcast designed for gastroenterologists and hepatologists or anyone interested in the field. Each week, join Jon and James as we bring you expert discussions, the latest research, and practical clinical insights amongst a lot of talking **it..

In this episode we briefly introduce the podcast. Bear with us as we try to work this thing out!

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