Chronically Will Podcast - Type One Diabetes

Shikha , is an entrepreneur from Mumbai, India, who has been living with Type 1 Diabetes since she was 15. For years, Shikha struggled with her diagnosis, exploring alternative treatments, which led to repeated health crises. It wasn't until recently that she fully embraced managing her condition, realizing that acceptance is a gradual process. Family support has been crucial. Her parents and...

Renee was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at 7 years old, 22 years ago today! HAPPY DIAVERSARY SUNRAYYYY!! She recently had her first child. She was told for years that she wouldn't be able to have her own kids. Most people living with type one diabetes feel alone in the fight until they meet someone who truly understands. Renee, a sunshine in the T1D community, shares her remarkable journey fr...

In this episode, we hear from Eva , a dedicated advocate for the type 1 diabetes community. Eva shares her journey from working at a diabetes camp to pursuing a career in endocrinology. When we recorded in October 2025, Eva was pursuing her NP in Endocrinology. As of this past week, she has graduated with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) and is a Board-Certified Family Nurse, highlighting her co...

Living with diabetes isn’t just a medical condition — it’s a journey of resilience, understanding, and unfiltered strength. Mo Milli’s story will shatter misconceptions and reveal what it truly means to navigate life with type 1 diabetes from childhood to adulthood. If you think it’s all about sugar levels and insulin, think again. This episode dives into the raw, real experiences only those livin...

Unlock the resilience of Dalyce and discover how advocacy, art, and community can revolutionize living with chronic illness. Dalyce was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes at the age of 7. Dalyce’s story isn’t just about surviving; it's about reclaiming agency in a society built on systemic oppression and medical injustice. From childhood fears to decades of pushing her body to prove societal ass...

Rachael Celine @thechronicallyillest has been living with Type 1 Diabetes since she was 12 years young. Rachael launched thechronicallyillest with the intent to fight diabetes and chronic illness stigma, foster REAL community an,d create unapologetic products for those who are sicker than the average! From the age of 12, Rachael has been the captain of her diabetes ship, and 20 years later, she co...

Bebe⁠ is a resilient woman who has lived with type 1 diabetes since her diagnosis at age six in 1982. Despite early warnings of severe complications, she took charge of her condition, managing her insulin independently. Her family, especially her grandmother, supported her understanding of diabetes. Against medical advice, Bebe became a mother, raising her children while managing her health. She f...

Bebe is a resilient woman who has lived with type 1 diabetes since her diagnosis at age six in 1982. Despite early warnings of severe complications, she took charge of her condition, managing her insulin independently. Her family, especially her grandmother, supported her understanding of diabetes. Against medical advice, Bebe became a mother, raising her children while managing her health. She fa...

Dr. Paidamoyo Katsande joins us from the UK by way of Zimbabwe. Since Paida was a small girl she had dreams of helping Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe is her heart. Dr. Paidamoyo is a research scientist and dedicated a great part of her career in T1D research for a cure to help those impacted at home. Growing up in Zimbabwe, she moved to the UK at eight years old, carrying with her a childhood dream of becomin...

On this episode, we hear from Ricky . He hails from Brooklyn, New York, and was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes in 1992 at the age of 3 and spent the next year in a coma while hospitalized. Ricky spent his 4th birthday in the hospital. Early on, he would hear medical professionals say things, such as that he wouldn't make it. Ricky struggled a lot as a kid with mean adults Ricky has become a prom...

In this episode we get to meet Cam @cam_simply and engage in a heartfelt conversation, where we discuss the importance of community and representation within the diabetes online community (DOC), particularly for people of color. Cam shares his personal journey with type 1 diabetes, highlighting the challenges and triumphs he has faced since his diagnosis at age nine. The conversation touches on th...

In this episode, we hear from Elijah (@elyja_) , who has been living with Type 1 Diabetes for 21 years since being diagnosed at age 11. We explore his T1D journey, reflecting on the challenges and growth that have come with managing the condition over the years. The discussion touches on the emotional and psychological impacts of diabetes, the value of community support, and the advancements in di...

CWP host Willie Streets shares his life with T1D plus everything else.

Deanelle was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes at the age of 6, 23 years ago. His diagnosis was caught by his parent's keen eye on his growth at such a young age. Today, he is a Certified Health Coach to help others like him get a better understanding of their own bodies and the data behind it to help them achieve their health goals. His family is of Caribbean background, from St Kitts and Nevi...

Quinton , diagnosed with T1D at 10 in 1998. From day 1, he has been in full control of his diabetes. But to know that his daughter's too have this diagnosis literally changed the ball game! His youngest daughter was diagnosed at 20 months, and then 3 years later, his oldest daughter was diagnosed at 5. Through these diagnoses, Quinton questioned, "Did I give this to my girls?" Althou...

On this episode, we get to sit down with Angel @angelverses . Angel is a hip hop artist from Ohio who expresses and voices his emotions about living with diabetes through his music and skits. People may not relate to what he goes through with diabetes, but they will relate to the music and the messages. Angel was diagnosed with T1D almost 18 years ago at 14 years young. He is the youngest of 3. An...

On this episode we speak with Leah. Leah is a research assistant at Trialnet.org . but is also an MPH candidate in Epidemiology. Her drive comes from her family and friends.  She's seen T1D up close and is passionate about early detection and making research feel human, accessible, and community powered. Her allyship speaks volumes! At Trialnet they test family members of people living with T1...

On this episode we get to hear from Marlaina Goedel. 14 months ago, Marlaina was fully, functionally cured of living with Type 1 diabetes. The procedure was the first of it's kind in the world, performed by Dr. Pior Witkowski at UC Med . With this process they inserted donor islet cells into Marlaina's liver and used the new monoclonal antibody Tegoprubar t as the main antirejection infusion. Afte...

On this episode, we hear from Jisel . Jisel has been living with Type 1 Diabetes for 22 years, having been diagnosed near the end of her sophomore year of high school at 15 in 2003. Jisel is a wife, mom of two, and a self-proclaimed Serial Volunteer! Whether it's school events, work-related, or with her people, in the T1D community, you can find Jisel always lending a hand, foot, time, and ded...

In Pt 2, we dive more into Krislin's new life without T1D and CKD as of June 29, 2025. Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just 9 years old, ⁠Krislin⁠ ’s life was forever changed. By age 22, she faced diabetic retinopathy. At 26, Chronic Kidney Disease entered the picture. And yet, on the 20th anniversary of her diagnosis, something extraordinary happened. By age 29, ⁠Krislin⁠ was gifted the cha...

Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just 9 years old, Krislin’s life was forever changed. By age 22, she faced diabetic retinopathy. At 26, Chronic Kidney Disease entered the picture. And yet, on the 20th anniversary of her diagnosis, something extraordinary happened. By age 29, Krislin was gifted the chance at a new life. Her story is one of resilience, heartbreak, and hope. So, grab your tissues a...

On this episode, we travel to Aruba to meet with Nurianne . Nurianne was diagnosed with T1D at 19. She is a graduate of the University of Aruba. Nuri worked as a full-time lecturer at the University of Aruba and was a researcher for the local Foundation of diabetes in Aruba concerning diabetes management on the island. Nurianne is passionate about helping others, as she started volunteering at the...

On this episode we get to hear from Anchal . Anchal visits the Podcast from India. Anchal is 16 years young and was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes 7 years ago at the age of 9. Anchal, in most ways, is your typical teenager. She enjoys dancing, doing her makeup, and dressing up. These things are what bring her peace of mind when everything gets too much. Anchal aspires to be someone who can encoura...

Sarah was diagnosed with type 1 at the age of 7, 17 years ago, and also lives with multi drug-resistant epilepsy. She was diagnosed during a visit to the pediatrician. After diagnosis, Sarah spent her summers at camp Nejeda , later becoming a counselor, which helped foster a good relationship with my diabetes as well as instill confidence. While in college, pursuing her BS in nursing, she began mo...

On this episode, we get to smile with Arianna @ariannaiannaira Arianna was diagnosed with T1D at age 11, more than 15 years ago. She also lives with PCOS. Ari is mother to the amazingly amazing Finn, who is two years old now. During our conversation, Ari shares her gifts of life. This includes her sharing her new level of acceptance with newly diagnosed people by finding the diabetic online commun...