Hotline to Her

we asked and you delivered. this week we're going through the most unhinged, wildly confident "advice" y'all have gotten about your diabetes and we are NOT holding back. cinnamon. prayer. apple cider vinegar shots straight from the bottle. a man asking if Tini's dexcom was a bluetooth music device?. heads up: this one's just us venting and laughing, not tactical advice. if you want the "here's exa...

This one's for the diabetic who's been grinding so hard she forgot to feel free. Tini's solo today, and she's sharing the shift that changed everything for her — from self-improvement to self-liberation. What it actually feels like to stop waiting to be worthy. And what the neuroscience says about why the hustle was never going to get her there anyway. For every ambitious diabetic who is exhausted...

you're allowed to be angry at diabetes. not just annoyed. actually, genuinely angry. tini and carson get into it this week — what their anger has looked like, why they spent years suppressing it, and why feeling it fully is actually the healthiest thing you can do. emotions are meant to be felt, not managed into oblivion. they also talk diaversaries, the chaos of a very bad blood sugar week, rage...

You sent us your crazy diabetes stories and we are not okay (in the best way). We're reading your stories about diabetes and relationships, navigating lows, traveling with devices, and the moments where strangers (and partners) either showed up or completely didn't. There's a lot in here. Some of it is wild, some of it is tender, and one of them ends in an engagement. Give us a Call: +1 (704)412-9...

Hot Diabetic Summer isn't just a vibe. It's the confidence-first idea behind Hot Diabetic Club, and we're fully in it. This week Carson and Tini get into what it actually means to wear your devices visibly, brush off the comments, and find your people poolside. Summer diabetes real talk: heat spikes, sweaty sensors, and the eternal battle of keeping everything stuck to your skin. We swap favorites...

Can diabetics do it all? Spoiler: maybe, but not all at once. Carson and Tini are back for Season 2 and getting real about burnout, priorities, and what it actually looks like to manage your health while building a life. They use the five pillars framework — health, career, relationships, self-care, and play — to audit the last three months and give themselves permission to be in a different seaso...

We ghosted you (sorry diabestie!) but we are rested and honestly? We needed it. Carson and Tini are back with a mini episode that's part explanation, part love letter to season one, and part hype reel for what's coming June 1. Turns out running a podcast, a few businesses, diabetes, and your whole life at full speed has consequences (who knew 👀). They're spilling on their favorite moments from se...

Two Years of Hot Diabetic Club: The Origin Story, the Retreats, and What's Coming Next Six years ago, Tini posted about her diabetes online and didn't expect much. What followed was a Facebook group, a movement, and eventually 1,200+ members who found each other through the thing they were told to hide. In this episode, Carson interviews Tini to take you through the full HDC origin story — from th...

Partying With Type 1 Diabetes: Drinking, Dancing, and Staying Safe Carson and Tini discuss strategies for nights out: packing low snacks and protein (Glow gummies, GoMacro bars, meat sticks, juice), eating and hydrating before leaving, aiming for slightly higher starting blood sugars, using pump activity mode to raise targets and reduce basal when dancing, and bolusing less for sugary cocktails wh...

Our Diabetes Management Styles: Grace, Tech, and Hot Takes Tini and Carson discuss diabetes management styles while sharing frustrations about high costs and pharmacy access, they compare how Tini, diagnosed as a teen nearly 15 years ago, learned through lived experience while Carson, diagnosed as an adult about three years ago, sought structured guidance, emphasizing there’s no single “right” way...

Finding Your Diabesties: The Magic of Diabetic Friendships Carson and Tini host “Hotline to Her” and recap a Charlotte coffee-shop meetup Carson hosted, highlighting the unique, uplifting “magic” of connecting with other people with diabetes. The episode focuses on why diabetic friendships feel instantly deep, shares how Carson and Tini became friends through TikTok and meeting in person, and emph...

Drinking with Diabetes Tips, Dexcom Alarm Drama, and ER Scaries This episode features anonymous listener stories: a newly diagnosed college student drinking, an ex-boyfriend turning off Dexcom alarms and not allowing bedside candy, A listener shares being diagnosed an ER visit and a final story recounts collapsing at work with blood sugar over 1000 and receiving an inappropriate sugar-water drip a...

Carson and Tini host an episode of "Hotline To Her" focused on navigating friendships while living with diabetes. They discuss shifting self-talk away from feeling like a burden, managing FOMO, and learning to take up space by prioritizing health without assuming you’re “killing the vibe.” They explore how expectations differ between close friends, wider circles, and acquaintances, and how to hand...

In this episode of 'Hotline to her,' hosts Carson and Tini dive into the complexities of dating while managing diabetes. They discuss a variety of scenarios that could occur on dates, like dealing with low and high blood sugars and how potential partners react to them. The conversation touches on the importance of self-love, communicating needs, and setting expectations in relationships. They also...

In this episode of 'Hotline to Her', hosts Tini and Carson engage in a dynamic discussion about the benefits and transformative power of diabetic retreats. The conversation centers on the unique experiences offered by Hot Diabetic Retreats, which are designed to empower diabetics to live fully and connect with others who share similar life experiences. They announce new retreat formats for 2026, i...

In this episode Hotline to Her , hosts Carson and Tini dive into a new segment called 'Off the Hook,' where they read anonymous, wild, and unfiltered diabetic stories submitted by listeners. From discussing hypothetical scenarios to sharing terrifying and humorous real-life experiences with diabetes, the hosts aim to create an inclusive space where listeners can find solace in knowing they are not...

In this episode of 'Hotline to Her', Carson and Tini dive into the challenges and experiences of managing diabetes during wedding events. Tini shares her experience of getting married this past summer, and leaning on diabesties Morgan and Carson to help manage her blood sugars during the big day. They discuss preparation, best practices, and the emotional aspects of entrusting others with diabetes...

In this episode of 'Hotline to Her,' Tini and Carson dive into the art of balancing diabetes management and taking action on your dreams. The episode covers a thoughtful approach to dreaming big and taking small, actionable steps, exploring internal and external barriers, and showing self-compassion during flare-ups and mental health challenges. Listeners are encouraged to share their dreams, use...

In this episode of 'Hotline to Her', Carson and Tini discuss the importance of building a morning routine that supports you and your diabetes. They cover habit stacking, pre-bolusing, and how to implement calming, grounding practices into your morning routine. Listener call-ins highlight common challenges with morning routines. The episode emphasizes self-compassion, flexibility in routines, and p...

In this episode of 'Hotline to Her,' hosts Tini and Carson discuss the exhilarating prospect of chasing big dreams in 2026. They emphasize managing diabetes rather than controlling it, and explore how limiting beliefs can hold back potential. Joined by inspiring call-ins from the community, including a message about leading with vulnerability and embracing one's identity, the hosts challenge liste...

In this episode of 'Hotline To Her', Carson and Tini discuss the importance of rest, especially for high achievers and those managing chronic conditions like diabetes. They share personal experiences, and emphasize that rest shouldn't be seen as something to be earned but as an essential part of self-care. The conversation shifts to advice on implementing mental, emotional, and physical rest into...

In this episode of 'Hotline to Her', hosts Carson and Tini discuss managing diabetes during the holiday season. They explore the importance of setting boundaries, handling unsolicited medical advice, and maintaining self-compassion amidst holiday chaos. They also tackle the challenges of burnout and how to meet it with self-care. The hosts answer listener questions on dealing with family members'...

In this episode of 'Hotline to Her,' Carson and Tini discuss the intricacies of traveling with diabetes. They share personal experiences, including the challenges they faced and the lessons learned from their own journeys. The episode outlines tips for packing medical supplies, handling TSA, and managing diabetes while traveling. They answer listener call-ins, providing advice on traveling with in...

In this episode of 'Hotline to Her', hosts Tini and Carson dive into the importance of fostering supportive diabetic communities over competitive tendencies. They address the negative effects of comparison and judgment within the diabetic community, particularly on social media, and emphasize the value of lifting each other up. The discussion covers how diabetes management styles can lead to unnec...