Best Justin Eastzer Podcasts (2025)

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ADCES 2025: The Future of Diabetes Care, New Tech & Cure Progress 43:46

2d ago43:46

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We cover ADCES 2025 updates on how diabetes educators are adapting to AI, new insights on mental health and eating disorders in type 1, and eye-opening stats about access to care. We also dive into the latest diabetes tech, including the Pivot pump, DIY systems, and carb awareness research. And lastly, we discuss major progress toward a cure for ty…

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The Diaries Check In: Things that go insulin pump in the night 1:01:04

6d ago1:01:04

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It's been a hot minute but Ami Bennett (or should that be Dennett?) is back for a catch up! My dear friend and fellow type 1 Ami returns to give us the latest on her diabetes escapades. There's a lot to catch up on, as Ami's quest for a lower HbA1c has given her a few tales. I discuss the brave new world of tangles that come with a tubed insulin pu…

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T1Ds are Using GLP-1s: The Latest Research & The Road to Coverage 52:59

9d ago52:59

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We dive into the growing off-label use of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro among people with type 1 diabetes. I'm joined by longtime diabetes advocate and healthcare executive Marie Schiller to explore the benefits, risks, and evolving research around these drugs. We discuss new studies, including the ADJUST-T1D trial, showing i…

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Why is the UK Government debating diabetes in sport? Meet the man who made it happen 1:11:47

13d ago1:11:47

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On September 3rd 2025, diabetes and sport will go under the global spotlight that is a House of Commons debate. In today’s episode the man who made it happen tells us why - and what this could mean for the millions of people living with diabetes in the UK. Chris Bright is one of the community’s crusaders. As part of his role as Community Partnershi…

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How AI-Powered Food Logging Could Transform Diabetes Management 51:07

17d ago51:07

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AI-powered food tracking is changing how people with diabetes count carbs and manage their glucose. In this episode, I speak with Aurelian Briner, CEO and co-founder of the SNAQ app—an AI-driven diabetes app that uses photos, voice notes, and machine learning to estimate carbs, log meals, and predict glucose spikes. We dive into how AI is transform…

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Children with type 1 diabetes: Deep dive with senior paediatric diabetes dietitian Lila Digkliou 1:04:23

21d ago1:04:23

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Senior Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian Lila Digkliou has been helping children and families living with type 1 diabetes for more than 10 years. She was inspired to move from general diabetes care into paediatrics to help people with not only nutrition, but the perspective and tools needed to manage type 1 diabetes as early as possible in their lives.…

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How DIYers Beat Pharma to the First Automated Insulin Delivery System 1:33:21

24d ago1:33:21

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This episode explores the early days of diabetes data integration and the rise of open-source AID systems with Brandon Arbiter, Co-Founder and Acting CEO of Tidepool. Brandon shares how his passion for location data led to the creation of Tidepool, now a key platform in diabetes tech. We discuss the pivotal people who shaped the open source space, …

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An unboring conversation on the 'boringness' of daily diabetes life with Philippa Robilliard 1:03:56

28d ago1:03:56

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The relentless, boring everyday that comes with living with type 1 diabetes can sometimes be overlooked in the stories we see online. While I think any and all achievements should be celebrated, there are days where just making it through without falling over IS the marathon. In this chatty episode, my guest Philippa Robilliard and I have an unbori…

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Speaking with Dexcom: Sensor Failures, Recalls & The Future of CGM 50:56

1M ago50:56

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Dexcom addresses growing concerns over G7 sensor failures, the recall of receivers with faulty alerts, and an FDA warning letter. We also discuss the upcoming 15-day Dexcom G7, AI food tracking and a new integration between Stelo and Oura Ring. Drop your questions and comments on YouTube. Join our Newsletter Learn about Omnipod 5 (today's sponsor)*…

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'We're seeing a phenomenon of type 1 plus type 2 diabetes' - Dr Jairo Noreña 1:11:51

1M ago1:11:51

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Dr Jairo Noreña is an Endocrinology Fellow at Stanford University. After training as a physician in his native Colombia, Jairo moved to the States to continue dedicating his life to medicine. With a triple specialisation in Internal Medicine, Endocrinology, and Obesity Medicine as well as long-standing fellowships at prestigious universities includ…

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How One Advocate Advanced Diabetes Tech Accessibility 44:10

1M ago44:10

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In this episode, Justin speaks with Melissa Holloway, the founder of SmartStart and a type 1 for over 30 years, opens up about her personal fight to access an insulin pump after moving to the UK—and how that journey led her to become a force for change in the diabetes community. Together, they explore how one voice can make a difference and why com…

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5 ways I increased my time in range as a person with type 1 diabetes 29:37

1M ago29:37

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Trying to keep glucose levels within a healthy and safe range as a person with type 1 diabetes is not easy. In this solo episode I'm talking through five habits I've adopted over the many years I've lived with type 1 diabetes that have significantly improved my time in range, giving me more steady glucose levels which has consequently improved my q…

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Biggest Diabetes Tech & Research Reveals from ADA 2025 1:01:24

1M ago1:01:24

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We break down the biggest diabetes tech and research highlights from the 2025 ADA Scientific Sessions. Justin is joined by CDCES Gary Scheiner to discuss new tubeless insulin pumps, an implantable continuous glucose monitor, and updates on a dual glucose-ketone sensor. We also explore cutting-edge research on islet cell therapies, ultra-concentrate…

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Reclaiming freedom after adult diagnosis: Justin Eastzer on Diabetech and becoming a global nomad 1:13:40

2M ago1:13:40

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After six months of trying to treat his type 2 diabetes diagnosis at the age of 30, it was tech content creator Justin Eastzer’s TikTok followers that helped him to realise he’d been misdiagnosed. But the very condition that threatened to hold Justin back has since propelled him into a new niche, and today Justin's career is dedicated to speaking t…

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World Traveling As A T1D - Everything We've Learned 52:41

2M ago52:41

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In this live episode of Diabetech, I'm joined by Jen Greaves in Valencia, Spain! Jen is a fellow T1D, world traveler, and content creator who spent four months exploring Latin America—all while managing life with type 1. We talk about what it takes to travel long-term with T1D, from navigating insulin supply challenges to staying on top of tech and…

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Traveling With Diabetes - Expert Tips From My Diabetes Educator 50:46

2M ago50:46

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Over the last 8 months, I’ve been traveling the world as a digital nomad, and I want everyone with diabetes to know—it is possible to travel safely and confidently. Today I'm joined by my diabetes educator, Mary Rose, who helped guide me through my very first trip with type 1 diabetes! Mary Rose and I cover everything from what to pack and how to p…

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Dexcom G7 Failures & Fixes - What You Need To Know 43:12

2M ago43:12

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We dive into growing concerns around reliability issues with the Dexcom G7. After posting a video online that sparked nearly 1,000 comments from users reporting sensor failures, it became clear that this wasn’t an isolated problem. To explore what’s going on, I’m joined by two experts in the diabetes space: Kamil of the Nerdabetic YouTube channel, …

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She Believed CGM Would Change Patient Lives—And She Was Right 47:53

2M ago47:53

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Today we explore the evolution of continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) — from the first professional CGM in 1999 to the advanced tech driving today’s AID systems, and how these devices changed patient lives along the way. Dr. Grazia Aleppo, a leading endocrinologist and early CGM believer, joins to discuss early CGM innovations, the challenges of ado…

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Managing ADHD, and how type 1 diabetes helped me find myself with Natalie Balmain 1:11:52

3M ago1:11:52

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Back in 2017, I was working at BBC Health News Online when I came across an article about a lady who had launched a clothing range specifically for women with type 1 diabetes, designed to help them manage the condition with strategically placed holes for injecting or reaching devices. Its creator Natalie Balmain had the idea following her own diagn…

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Using The First Insulin Pump: A Journey Through Diabetes History 42:28

3M ago42:28

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I sit down with someone who wore the first consumer insulin pump—the AutoSyringe We dive into what diabetes treatment was like at the time, how the early pump worked, and how decades of evolving tech have shaped her journey and inspired her to educate others. It’s a powerful look at how far we’ve come in diabetes innovation. Learn about Omnipod 5 (…

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Life inside the lab and driving equity in health research with Dr Paida Katsande 1:03:22

3M ago1:03:22

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The second you start speaking to Dr Paida Katsande, it’s near impossible not to feel more calm, more hopeful, and reassured about the good of humanity. Her sunshine energy is unmistakable, but coupled with the realities of life experience and a clear mission to establish equity in public health, dismantle stigma and improve health outcomes? It’s al…

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This Video Game Helps People Learn Type 1 Diabetes 41:34

3M ago41:34

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I sit down with veteran game developer and T1D dad Sam Glassenberg, creator of Level One—a new smartphone game designed to teach newly diagnosed patients and their families the fundamentals of T1D management. From insulin-to-carb ratios to the impact of exercise and fat on blood sugar, Level One turns complex concepts into fun, interactive levels. …

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Making diabetes technology human with Kamil Armacky aka Nerdabetic 59:27

3M ago59:27

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If you’ve ever googled a specific insulin pump or CGM, you may well have come across Nerdabetic’s content online. His insightful but fun YouTube videos break down the latest and greatest in diabetes technology, helping people with diabetes to understand how they could benefit. In this episode I’m chatting to Kamil Armacky - the real Nerdabetic. We …

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A CGM That Measures Blood Is Coming - What You Should Know 51:40

3M ago51:40

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Today’s CGMs measure glucose through fluid under the skin—but what if we could measure it directly from the blood? Today we explore Glucotrack, an implantable device that could become the world’s first continuous blood glucose monitor (CBGM). I’m joined by Glucotrack's CEO and Chief Scientific Officer to discuss the major advantages this device cou…

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'I can be vocal for others, but I hate being vocal for myself' - Celiac and type 1 diabetes with Andrea Limbourg 1:09:46

3M ago1:09:46

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Andrea Limbourg is one of the first people in the type 1 diabetes community I spent time with in real life, although we’ve met only a handful of times. I didn’t really realise until we were recording this episode how much of an impact she’s had on my approach to my type 1 diabetes, and I’m excited that you get to experience her wisdom in today’s ep…

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Tandem Mobi Deep Dive - 3 Months Using the Pump 1:04:31

3M ago1:04:31

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I share my experience after nearly three months using the Tandem Mobi, the smallest tubed hybrid closed-loop pump currently available in the U.S. I’m joined by diabetes educator and fellow Mobi user David Mina to dive deep into how Tandem’s Control-IQ algorithm works — including updates with Control-IQ+ — and what to consider before switching from …

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'I was diagnosed with OCD during pregnancy - and it made life ten times better' with Emily Vilé 1:02:19

3M ago1:02:19

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‘I think I've found postpartum harder to manage in terms of my diabetes than actual pregnancy, but I’m literally living my best life as a mum.’ That sentence is pretty reflective of Emily Vilé’s philosophy on type 1 diabetes - not shying away from the realities of the condition she’s lived with since she was just 14 months old, but soaking up all t…

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How T1D Hackers Beat Pharma to Remote CGM Monitoring 1:03:05

4M ago1:03:05

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We take a journey back to the roots of the #WeAreNotWaiting movement—before CGM follower apps—when a group of determined parents and developers built their own tools to monitor glucose remotely. I sit down with James Wedding, founder of the Nightscout Foundation, to talk about the early days of Nightscout, how it transformed life for families manag…

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Screening our children for type 1 diabetes, writing adventure books and giving back with Rhodes and Alana Ritenour 1:19:12

4M ago1:19:12

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What is screeening for type 1 diabetes? Who should be screened? Is it right for my family? In this episode, attorneys turned authors Rhodes and Alana Ritenour discuss the potential benefits of screening and their decision to screen their own children. Rhodes and Alana are no ordinary couple - they’re also the characters of their own book series, Th…

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Insulin Pumps Are Moving to Pharmacies — Here’s Why It Matters 47:45

4M ago47:45

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In this episode, we dive into the major shift happening in the U.S. diabetes tech industry: insulin pumps are moving from Durable Medical Equipment (DME) to pharmacy benefits, offering easier access, lower costs, and more flexibility for users. I’m joined by Jeff DelVerne, author of The Healthcare Economy Substack and Director of Payer Relations at…

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The Diabetic Health Coach Vanessa Haydock: 'I'm giving people the help I really needed when I was younger' 1:08:50

4M ago1:08:50

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At first glance, it may seem that Vanessa Haydock has type 1 diabetes all figured out. The behavioural analyst and health and fitness coach speaks of ‘dominating diabetes’, but it was her struggles to accept her condition and care for herself that have enabled her to help hundreds of others change their health for the better as The Diabetic Health …

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How A Diabetes Blogger Changed The Game 52:55

4M ago52:55

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In this episode, I sit down with Amy Tenderich, one of the first diabetes bloggers, whose open letter to Steve Jobs called for better, more user-friendly diabetes technology. That bold move launched her deeper into the world of diabetes advocacy and innovation, eventually leading her to create D-Data Exchange—a powerful forum where industry leaders…

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The road to acceptance with type 1 diabetes 1:11:15

4M ago1:11:15

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Learning to accept and live with type 1 diabetes has not been a linear path in my experience. 29 years of life with type 1 diabetes and there are no hard and fast conclusions here, just a juicy subject to chew on for today's solo episode! I reflect back on my own journey to discuss how I’ve come to accept living with type 1 diabetes, what that look…

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This Could Prevent Type 1 Diabetes - SAB-142 Explained 1:11:30

4M ago1:11:30

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Can we stop type 1 diabetes before it starts? I’m joined by Sam Reich, CEO of SAB Bio, and Dr. Mike Haller, a leading T1D researcher, to explore an innovative new therapy called SAB-142. Unlike traditional thymoglobulin, which is derived from rabbits, SAB’s therapy uses a fully human version produced by genetically engineered cows—potentially elimi…

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Professional golfer Hannah McCook: ‘We know perfection isn’t possible, but we’re chasing it anyway’ 1:03:10

4M ago1:03:10

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Hannah McCook first hit a golf ball at the age of 6. With the Scottish Highlands as her course, Hannah’s talent for the sport soon became clear. In the confusion and chaos of a type 1 diabetes diagnosis at the age of 8, it was thanks to a single sporting type 1 role model, Sir Steve Redgrave, that she realised she didn’t have to give up her favouri…

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Getting Started on AAPS - The Open Source AID for Android 1:06:58

5M ago1:06:58

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We explore Android APS (AAPS)—a powerful open-source automated insulin delivery system that runs on Android phones and uses the advanced o-ref algorithm. AAPS offers features like Dynamic ISF (Insulin Sensitivity Factor), Dynamic CR (Carb Ratio), Unannounced Meal detection (UAM), and Super Micro Boluses (SMBs), making it one of the most customizabl…

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'You don't have to feel bad for saying you hate it' with type 1 mum Abby Lyons 57:06

5M ago57:06

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The path to acceptance with type 1 diabetes can be a bumpy one - but what about acceptance for the parents of children with type 1? It's just one of the topics covered in this episode with business owner and mum of three Abby Lyons, who has published a book to help other families trying to come to terms with a child's type 1 diabetes diagnosis. Abb…

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The Twiist Pump is Coming - What You Need to Know 18:01

5M ago18:01

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The twiist insulin pump from Sequel Med Tech is releasing in Q2 of 2025. is bringing a new spin to tubed pump therapy. I met with Sequel's CEO to dive into twiist's launch CGM integration with Libre 3 Plus to its advanced occlusion technology designed for more reliable insulin delivery. We also break down how patients will access twiist through pha…

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ATTD 2025: The Biggest Diabetes Tech Announcements 30:56

5M ago30:56

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Endocrinologist David Ahn and I break down the biggest diabetes tech announcements from the ATTD conference in Amsterdam! We dive into the highly anticipated Twiist pump, the newly unveiled and more powerful Kaleido 2, Tandem’s game-changing Control IQ+ algorithm update, Dexcom’s 15-day sensor, and more. This was a HUGE week for diabetes innovation…

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How the ADA Sets its Standards of Care for Diabetes 48:36

5M ago48:36

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The ADA’s Standards of Care shape diabetes treatment, technology access, and insurance coverage worldwide. In this episode, we break down the latest updates, including a major new recommendation that all people with type 2 diabetes—regardless of insulin use—have access to CGM. We also explore the ADA’s stance on emerging diabetes technologies and w…

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Mastering Loop: The DIY Automated Insulin System 1:06:49

5M ago1:06:49

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DIY Loop is one of the most powerful and customizable automated insulin delivery systems for type 1 diabetes, offering features like overrides, retroactive carb adjustments, and glycemic index logging. In this episode, fellow Loop user Jake Giles joins me to share our experiences getting started, the support (or lack thereof) from doctors, and a de…

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Sernova's Type 1 Diabetes Cure Explained 42:18

6M ago42:18

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Sernova’s innovative Cell Pouch implants insulin-producing cells, and early trials have helped some people achieve full insulin independence for years. But challenges like immunosuppressants and scalability remain. In this episode, I’m joined by Jonathan Rigby, CEO of Sernova and a fellow T1D, to discuss how this technology works, the life-changing…

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How T1D Volunteers Led The Charge During the LA Fires 31:51

6M ago31:51

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In the aftermath of the devastating January 2025 Los Angeles fires, a grassroots group of volunteers, led by You’re Just My Type, sprang into action to deliver life-saving medical supplies to people with type 1 diabetes. Liz Van Horhis, who had only planned to visit L.A. for a dog-sitting trip, found herself at the heart of the relief effort. She s…

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Diabetes Cures In The Works & What Comes Next 50:38

6M ago50:38

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For decades, people with type 1 diabetes have heard that a cure is just “5-10 years away” – yet here we are, still waiting. Many have grown skeptical, but after this conversation, you might just walk away with hope! Journalist and fellow T1D Ginger Vieira joins me to break down the latest breakthroughs in diabetes cure research. From companies that…

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Diabetes Innovations We Expect in 2025 & Beyond 54:10

6M ago54:10

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2025 is set to bring major advancements in diabetes technology, from AI-driven CGMs to new insulin pumps like Medtronic’s upcoming 8-series and patch pump, and the Tidepool Loop-based twiist pump. I spoke with Gary Scheiner, a CDCES and author of Think Like a Pancreas, to break down what these innovations mean for diabetes management. Learn about O…

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The New Beta Bionics iLet Upgrades & Future Innovations 45:54

7M ago45:54

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The Beta Bionics iLet insulin pump continues to impress with rapid updates like an upgraded design, expanded CGM integrations, and the sleek Blue Circle Follower App. I sit down with Beta Bionics’ Chief Product Officer, Mike Mensinger—known for his work on the Dexcom Follow feature and InPen smart insulin pen—to explore the iLet’s new features, inc…

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Raising A Child with Type 1 Diabetes 55:28

7M ago55:28

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Parenting a child with type 1 diabetes is no easy feat, and in this episode, Shannon Boggs shares her journey raising her 10-year-old daughter. From diagnosis to navigating school, sports, and independence, Shannon offers insights into fostering resilience and managing challenges like 504 plans and emotions. We also explore the role their diabetes …

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Coming Out Again As T1D 51:58

7M ago51:58

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In this episode, we dive into the mental and social toll of living with type 1 diabetes, exploring the feelings of stigma, shame, and constant need for explanation that often accompany the condition. Joining me is my friend Jake Giles, who has lived with T1D since age 16 and wrote a powerful piece for Beyond Type 1 about the isolation and embarrass…

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Revolutionizing A1C and Biomarker Testing with the Q-Pad 49:49

7M ago49:49

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I sat down the Founder of Qvin to explore a groundbreaking device that uses menstrual blood to monitor biomarkers for conditions like cervical cancer, fertility, thyroid health, STIs, and more. Already making waves, Qvin’s FDA-cleared test for A1C measures average blood glucose over three months using a pad-like device during a menstrual cycle, wit…

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Switching from Tandem t:slim X2 to Medtronic 780g - The Pros & Cons 43:16

8M ago43:16

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Today we dive into a head-to-head comparison of two leading automated insulin delivery (AID) systems, viewed through the lens of someone who has lived with diabetes since the 1950s. Our guest, Michael Dardenelle, shares his firsthand experience transitioning from the Tandem t:slim X2 and Dexcom G7 to the Medtronic 780g and Guardian 4 CGM, offering …

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