Bad Diabetic Club

Most people with t1d aren’t missing effort. They’re missing explanation. In this episode, I share a personal story that helped shape everything I do in diabetes education today. Early in my T1D journey, I was told to start adjusting my pump settings every two weeks. But no one explained how to do it or why those changes mattered. So I taught myself. I studied reports, experimented with settings, a...

Blood sugar with type 1 diabetes can sometimes feel unpredictable. You count carbs You take insulin You follow the plan. And your numbers still do something completely different. If that experience feels familiar, you’re not alone in it. In this episode I break down something that many people with t1d were never fully taught: Blood sugar often follows patterns. And those patterns can sometimes be...

Diagnosed at 13, he built the tool he wished existed. In this episode, Madi sits down with Drew Mendelow, founder of T1D1, a free, FDA-cleared insulin dosing and diabetes management app designed specifically for people living with type 1 diabetes. Drew quickly realized there was no simple, free tool to help with insulin calculations right from day one. So he decided to build one himself. What star...

In this episode, Madi sits down with registered dietitian and diabetes care specialist Sarah Hormachea for an honest, practical conversation about weight management with t1d. If you’ve ever felt confused, frustrated, or stuck when it comes to weight changes, insulin needs, or conflicting advice, you’re not alone. In many cases, weight loss with type 1 diabetes isn’t just about calories or willpowe...

Living with type 1 diabetes doesn’t automatically mean giving up adventure, travel, or time outdoors. In many cases, it just means learning how to prepare differently. In this episode of The Bad Diabetic Club, Madi sits down with Paul Reed, founder of Type 1 Outdoors and someone who has lived with type 1 diabetes for nearly 40 years. From hiking and mountaineering to managing blood sugar miles fro...

In this episode, Madi sits down with Michelle Hale, founder of Global Diabetic, to talk about what it was like managing diabetes in silence for nearly two decades and the one shift that changed everything. Michelle shares how hiding her diabetes didn’t actually make life easier. In many cases, it made the mental load heavier. From learning how to speak up for herself, to preparing for adventures l...

In this episode, Madi sits down with Dr. Larry Deeb, a pediatric endocrinologist with more than 40 years of experience caring for children with diabetes and a former president of the American Diabetes Association. Over 4 decades in practice, Dr. Deeb has witnessed diabetes care evolve from urine glucose testing to automated insulin delivery systems. But what he shares in this conversation goes far...

In this episode, you'll learn: Why "progress over perfection" isn't just a phrase - it's a survival strategy for Type 1 diabetes How to stop chasing perfect A1Cs and start celebrating better The difference between goals, intentions, and systems (and why only systems actually work) Why you're not failing - your settings or your systems might just be wrong How to redefine success on YOUR terms, not...

Everyone waits for January 1st to make a change. Not us. Your reset starts NOW. 🎯 December isn't just holiday chaos. It's actually the perfect time to set yourself up so you're not scrambling in January feeling behind before you even start. Today I'm giving you the exact framework I use with my clients to prep for a new year of thriving with T1D, not just surviving. 🎯 The 5-Step Reset Framework:...

Diabetes Awareness Month brought SO many questions, DMs, emails, and conversations. And honestly? I'm here for it. Because the questions you're asking? They're the exact struggles that keep you stuck. The ones that make diabetes feel harder than it needs to be. So today I'm breaking down the TOP 5 things you asked about this month and giving you real, actionable solutions you can use starting righ...

Two people. Same 7.0% A1C. Completely different experiences. Person A spends their day bouncing between 60 and 250. Constantly correcting. Constantly treating lows. Exhausted from the roller coaster. Person B hangs out between 100 and 180 most of the day. Rarely going low. Feeling good. Living their life. Same A1C. Very different realities. In this solo episode, I'm breaking down why your A1C does...

"Healthy eating" doesn't have to mean restriction, guilt, or stress 🍎 In this episode, Madi Cheever, MPH, RD, LDN, CHES sits down with Ann Kent, RDN, CDCES , founder of Peas and Hoppiness , a meal planning app that makes real, nutritious food simple, fun, and satisfying for busy families. Ann shares how growing up on a Kansas farm shaped her relationship with food, how she turned he...

November 3, 2025 marks 13 years of living with Type 1 diabetes, and I'm sharing the 13 most powerful lessons I've learned—the ones I wish someone had told me from day one. These aren't just tips about carb counting or insulin ratios. These are the mindset shifts, permission slips, and real-world strategies that transformed me from surviving to thriving. 🎯 The 13 Lessons You'll Lea...

"I haven't taken insulin since October 2024." 💙 Imagine waking up without alarms. Drinking coffee without your blood sugar spiking. Swimming with your kids for hours without fear. Living life without insulin, pumps, or constant calculations. For Robin Rybolt, this isn't a dream - it's her reality after receiving an islet cell transplant through a groundbreaking research stud...

Living with diabetes doesn't have to mean living in constant chaos. In this episode, Madi Cheever, MPH, RD, LDN, CHES sits down with Coach Ken, diabetes health coach and host of The Healthy Diabetic Podcast, to talk about practical ways to simplify diabetes management and take back control of your life. Research shows people with Type 1 diabetes make 180+ decisions every day. But what if you c...

What if the key to better blood sugar control isn't another medication - it's getting better sleep? 😴💡 In this episode, I'm sitting down with Tina Alexander, RDN, CDCES , founder of @integralifeaz, and we're diving into something most healthcare providers skip right over: the whole-person approach to diabetes care 🌟 Tina didn't just stumble into this work - her own health jo...

Get the strategies that changed everything - grab your FREE copy of You Have Permission: Eat Sugar, Fire Your Doctor, and Rewrite the Rules of T1D at 📚: typeonetypefun.com/free-book Whether you're newly diagnosed and overwhelmed, decades in with diabetes burnout, or supporting someone with Type 1 diabetes - this episode gives you permission to rewrite the rules that aren't serving you. In...

🎙️ New Episode: From Navy Missions to Diabetes Care What do island-hopping humanitarian missions and diabetes management have in common? A lot — if you ask Dr. Amir Harari. 👨‍⚕️⚓ In this episode, Dr. Harari shares: ✨ His 20+ years in the U.S. Navy & how he got to travel the world & bring care to remote islands ✨ How those experiences shaped his approach to helping patients with diabete...

Want a FREE book? Grab one here:  https://www.typeonetypefun.com/free-book In this special bonus lightning episode, host Madi Cheever, MPH, RD, LDN, CHES, shares the story behind her brand-new book You Have Permission: Eat Sugar, Fire Your Doctor, and Rewrite the Rules of T1D. Madi opens up about: ✨ The life-changing diabetes conference she attended with her dad 10 years ago—and how it inspired h...

You know that feeling when you think you've got diabetes figured out, and then life throws you another curveball? That's exactly what happened to today's guest, and honestly, her story is going to both break your heart and fill you with so much hope. I'm sitting down with Samantha Sauer, the incredible leader behind G-PACT, to talk about something that doesn't get nearly enough attention: living w...

🚀 Meet GlucoSense – the AI-powered app making life with diabetes so much easier ! You can get it FREE in the iOS/Android app stores. 💡 What it does: ✅ Connects with Dexcom & Freestyle Libre CGMs ✅ Combines your meals, sleep, insulin & exercise in one clear view ✅ Gives you a daily glucose score + tips to stay in range ✅ Reduces the 180+ daily T1D decisions down to just the important...

You are not alone in this journey. Those five words capture the heart of what the Diabetes Network of Arizona does every single day for the Type 1 diabetes community across the state. In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the stories, struggles, and incredible support systems that are changing lives throughout Arizona. Living with Type 1 diabetes is a 24-7 reality, and behind every diagnosis...

Can you really eat brownies for breakfast when living with type 2 diabetes? Author, advocate, and type 2 diabetes thriver Lynne Bowman says YES —and she’s made it her delicious mission to prove it. In this inspiring and empowering episode, Madi Cheever, MPH, RD, LDN, CHES —a type 1 diabetes expert and founder of Type One Type Fun —sits down with Lynne to unpack her journey with type 2 diabetes, he...

Ever feel like you're doing everything right, but your blood sugar still spikes hours after eating? You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not a bad diabetic. In this episode, I break down exactly why those delayed spikes happen after high-fat, high-protein meals (think pizza, pasta, burgers, takeout…), and the step-by-step strategy that’s helped hundreds of people with T1D finally take back...

🎮 A FREE video game that teaches Type 1 Diabetes?! Yes, it’s real—and it’s changing lives. In this episode, diabetes coach Madi Cheever (@TypeOneTypeFun) interviews game developer Sam Glassenberg , the dad behind Level One —a new, free diabetes education game built for kids, families, and caregivers. When Sam’s 5-year-old daughter was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D) , he realized how broken...