T1D Talks - Diabetes Podcast with DHF

Episode 7:  Join hosts Afreen and Rav as they speak with diabetes nurse educator Rachna Gill about the clinical reasoning, empathy, and advocacy that shape diabetes care. Together, they discuss the importance of trust, communication, and recognizing that living with type 1 diabetes is about much more than numbers—offering valuable insights for people living with diabetes, caregivers, and healthcar...

Episode 6: Travelling with T1D  Our panellists share real-life experiences of travelling with T1D, along with practical, insightful tips to help you navigate travel with confidence. Hosts: Heather Miller (Executive Director, Diabetes Hope Foundation), Nathaniel K. (Programs Facilitator) Guests: Andrea & Aryelle (mother/daughter), Laine & Jae (sisters)

Episode 5: Don't Sugar Coat It! Type 1 Diabetes and Mental Health Awareness This episode features a panel discussion on how type 1 diabetes impacts mental health. Hosted by: Heather Miller, Executive Director, DHF Guests: Kristin Herriott-Rivard, Heather Choi, Kirsten Davidson, Registered Psychotherapist Presented by DHF in collaboration with university clubs: McMaster Diabetes Association, uOttaw...

Episode 6: Understanding Type 1 Diabetes Stigma and its Impact In collaboration with university diabetes campus clubs, DHF hosts and panelists explore media representation of diabetes and discusses effective strategies for self-advocating and reducing type 1 diabetes stigma. Hosts: Rav Samra, Aastha Relan (McMaster Diabetes Association), Heather Miller Panelists: Tasfia (Diabetes Awareness Society...

Episode 5: Don't Sugar Coat It - Diabetes, Identity and the Media Join us for an unfiltered conversation, exploring how T1D is portrayed in  the media and how those portrayals shape how we see ourselves. Don’t Sugar Coat It is a collaborative event by Diabetes Hope Foundation with university Campus Clubs: Type 1 Diabetes Awareness UofT, The Diabetes Awareness Society, University of Toronto Scarbor...

Episode 4: Unique Careers with T1d This webinar features retired Toronto Districe Fire Chief Peter Atkins, marine biologist Scotia Brailsford, ski instructor Camille Vibert, and ballet dancer/massage therapist David Campbell! Our guest speakers share their experiences managing T1D in physically demanding and unconventional careers - the challenges, strategies, and tips that help them thrive. Host:...

Episode 4: Get to know Alex, an emergency department nurse who works on the front-lines and lives with T1D, in this episode of Diabuddy Dialogue. Alex shares how she got into nursing and how she strikes a balance between her personal health and patient care. This discussion, which covers topics such as burnout, technology, self-advocacy, and educating others, is an important reminder that T1Ds are...

Episode 3: In this Diabuddy Dialogue episode, we speak with Rugia, who became an advocate for maternal health because of her experience navigating pregnancy with T1D. She highlights important gaps in maternal healthcare and education that are all too frequently overlooked. We explore the importance of equity and access for pregnant folks living with diabetes, as well as what actual change might lo...

Part 2 of this podcast features a panel of Diabetes Hope Scholarship recipients—some living with multiple diagnoses—who share their insights on managing diabetes alongside other health conditions. Dr. Vallis explores the gap between mental wellness and physical health, emphasizing the importance of empowering adults with type 1 diabetes within the healthcare system. He offers strategies to help in...

Episode 2 (T1D Talks): "Unpacking T1D with Dr. Michael Vallis" - Part 1 Dr. Vallis discusses the emotional burden of managing type 1 diabetes, how to manage distress, how to overcome barriers to change while promoting self-compassion, and how to communicate to those around you - family, friends and medical professionals - how to best support you. Featuring a panel of Diabetes Hope Scholarship reci...

Episode 2: In this episode of Diabuddy Dialogue, we chat with our guest, Tasfia, about having T1D and how it affects her family relationships, her mom’s shared but different experiences, and how she dealt with stigma in the South Asian community. We discuss how labels can shape our lives and we also look at the flip side: how to find meaning in navigating T1D, creating communities, and empowering...

Episode 1: Meet your Hosts! Welcome to the very first episode of Diabuddy Dialogue! In this episode, you will meet your hosts, Aastha, Afreen and Rav, as they talk about what to expect from the podcast and jump into a rapid-fire round of diabetes-related questions. You won't want to miss the beginning of this diabuddy journey, with some genuine conversation, and a few laughs, along the way. Hosts:...

A panel of experienced parents shares practical tips for navigating the transition to post-secondary school with T1D—covering everything from the first weeks and months on campus, to setting healthy boundaries, offering support from a distance, and navigating that important first visit home.