Embracing Diabetes, compassion, community and creativity

Send us Fan Mail Intro: In this episode of Embracing Diabetes, hosts Amy Stockwell and Dr. Liz Stevens talk with Dr. Stacey Simon, an associate professor of pediatrics and director of behavioral sleep medicine. Dr. Simon discusses her extensive research on the impact of insufficient sleep on health outcomes, particularly in adolescents with type 1 diabetes. The conversation delves into the challen...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk to clinical pharmacist Brianna Patacini. Brianna shares her personal diagnosis journey with type 1 diabetes, her role on the endocrine team, and discusses the evolving landscape of insulin options and their insurance implications. The conversation covers the importance of clinical pharmacists, practical advice for managing diabetes while traveling and emerg...

Send us Fan Mail Brooke Cassoff is a Certified Compassion Facilitator & Educator, international traveler, runner, surfer, and cookie enthusiast that has been living life with T1D since 2005. She is also a firm believer that those of us with diabetes can thrive not in spite of, but because of our condition and that contemplative practices can play a key role in supporting this transformation. ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Embracing Diabetes Liz and Amy catch up (and commiserate;)) about recent challenges, focusing particularly on hypoglycemia and its impacts.  Despite setbacks like malfunctioning Dexcom sensors and stressful low blood sugar episodes, they share insights into diabetes management, highlighting the importance of self-advocacy, accessing medical supplies, and navigat...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode we talk to Dr. Anne Marie McDonald, national research manager for the JDRF in Toronto, mother of two, and Ironman athlete who has lived with type 1 diabetes since the age of four. We had a great conversation and got to hear about her presentations on T1D and pregnancy, and women with T1D and aging, at the 2024 Connected In Motion virtual slipstream. Featured on thi...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode we talk to Dr. Michael Fulop, a clinical psychologist in Portland, Oregon who lives with type 1.  Michael's used his perspective in his work with children and adults with diabetes, often with co occurring learning, emotional, or attentional disorders. He's been very involved in research with Type 1 and practices using motivational interviewing. He has bee...

Send us Fan Mail The lovely and talented Jennifer Smith returned for another conversation, this time focusing on  staying physically and emotionally healthy during the holidays.  Jenny is the director of lifestyle and nutrition at integrated diabetes, and also works as a registered dietitian, CDE and pump trainer. When this podcast was recorded, Christmas and New Year's were right around the...

Send us Fan Mail Featured on this Episode: Julia Flaherty is the author and illustrator of "Rosie Becomes a Warrior," a children's book series designed to empower children with type 1 diabetes to live their happiest lives. Flaherty has been living with type 1 diabetes since she was ten years old and has been contributing to the diabetes space professionally for almost a decade while...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, we talk to Lissie Poyner, an Integrative Diabetes Health Coach and creator of the Needles and Spoons Health & Wellness Coaching Experiences. Lissie helps overwhelmed type one diabetics gain more predictability in their blood sugars so they can finally take their plans off hold and welcome new life experiences. Lissie's signature 360 degree approac...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we had the chance to talk to Scott Ruderman and Rachel Dyer, the filmmakers behind the documentary Pay or Die , which is debuting in Los Angeles and New York City for November National Diabetes Awareness month. Scott has lived with type one diabetes since he was a college freshman so this is a personal journey. It is an amazing, powerful film, and I like the language that R...

Send us Fan Mail Featured on this Episode: Carol Atkinson, Director Carol, has enjoyed watching IFL USA, Florida grow since she helped found it in 2012. She works closely with the Board of Directors, partners, and supports in guiding the activities of IFL to provide life-sustaining supplies to those in need. Resources from this Episode: Insulin for Life USA provides insulin and diabetes management...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Embracing Diabetes we talk with Dylan Leonard, a director and filmmaker from Portland, Oregon who has had type 1 diabetes for 13 years.  Our conversation focuses on his film, Breaking Limits, a cinematic documentary following the lives of Type 1 Diabetic extreme sports athletes. "I wanted to make the film that I wish existed when I was diagnosed because had...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode we had a chance to talk with author and therapist, Adam Brown. Many of you know Adam, from his writings on diatribe and close concerns, as well as his wonderful book, Bright Spots and Landmines, which I think is essential reading for anyone living with type one diabetes. We had a wonderful conversation about his work as an advocate in the diabetes community, and hi...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Embracing Diabetes, we talk to Lindsey Bressan, T1 International's UK based development coordinator. Lindsey's background is in the nonprofit sector, having received her master's degree in nonprofit management before working in fundraising and communications. She's driven by a passion to make change. During our conversation, we learn more abo...

Send us Fan Mail It was such a busy summer and the past few weeks with back to school and sending kids back to college has made it challenging for us to produce a new episode! We're looking forward to getting back on track for the fall and introducing our listeners to a lot of amazing people with diabetes (or amazing people working in the T1D world).  Stay tuned for conversations about diabet...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode we talk to Jeff Hitchcock who founded Children with Diabetes  after his two year old daughter was diagnosed with type one diabetes. Jeff and his wife have dedicated their lives to serving and connecting people with diabetes and we are the better for it! Jeff makes a great baseball analogy about living with diabetes when he says "You can never leave the field,...

Send us Fan Mail  On this episode we talk to Dr. Eden Miller, an osteopathic board certified family practitioner, and CEO of Diabetes and Obesity care, a medical practice in Bend, Oregon. Liz met Eden at the ADA meeting in San Diego and appreciated her style and humor! She also learned that Eden has spoken extensively in the field of diabetes to healthcare providers and patients alike, drawing on...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode we talk to Taylor Lawrence "Appleton" a street artist and photographer who creates art about living with type one diabetes to inspire others.  Featured on this episode: BIO After surviving a diabetic coma at the age of six, Appleton began to collect almost every insulin bottle that has gone through his system, amounting to hundreds of bottles, faded syrin...

Send us Fan Mail Featured on this Episode: Susan Guzman, PhD is a clinical psychologist specializing in diabetes. In 2003, Dr. Guzman co-founded the Behavioral Diabetes Institute (BDI), the first non-profit organization devoted to the emotional and behavioral aspects of living with diabetes. At BDI, she serves as the Director of Clinical Education, developing and leading programs for people with d...

Send us Fan Mail Featured on the Episode: Jennifer Smith RD, LD, CDCES Director of Lifestyle and Nutrition Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist Integrated Diabetes Services Jennifer Smith, RD, LD, CDCES, Director of Lifestyle and Nutrition, has lived with diabetes since childhood and has first-hand knowledge of diabetes management. She is passionate about achievin...

Send us Fan Mail Featured on the Episode: Erin Calhoun-Dulaney has had type 1 diabetes (T1D) for 41 years. Diagnosed in 1982, at the age of six, Erin began using an insulin pump in her thirties and in 2019 she created the SkirtMyPump slip for insulin pumpers. Having worked in the entertainment industry, at some of the most highly publicized award shows in the world for nearly twenty years, Erin be...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode we talk to Safiyah Basir about her podcast, her advocacy efforts for people with T1D and her positive approach to managing life with diabetes.  Safiyah's dedication to making a positive impact in the lives of others is commendable, and her achievements are a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence. She is an inspiration to us all and a true beacon...

Send us Fan Mail  "And so real wisdom isn't about transcending the challenges of diabetes, it's about figuring out how to live harmoniously with it."   On this episode we talk with Sam Tullman, co-founder of Diabetes Sangha, about overcoming perfectionism, accepting diabetes and practicing meditation. Diabetes Sangha, a group dedicated to meditation and mindfulness practices fo...

Send us Fan Mail On today's episode, we had the pleasure of talking to Becky Furuta who is an elite athlete with team Novo Nordisk, a global, all diabetes sports organization, spearheaded by the world's first professional, all diabetes men's cycling team. In addition to sports, Becky owns a family eye care practice in Golden, Colorado. She says racing with Team Novo Nordisk has give...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Embracing Diabetes, we had the pleasure of talking to Dr. Ann Peters.  Anne is one of the world's leading diabetes clinicians and clinical researchers, and an influential advocate and policy advisor for new diabetes treatment guidelines and increased access to care. Dr. Peters is dedicated to bringing cutting edge diabetes care to all walks of life, includi...