This is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 Diabetes

We're officially at 200 episodes! In today's milestone production, Jessie & Colleen share some of our most memorable T1D stories and anecdotes from over the years. Our lives are made up of stories, and living with T1D adds an interesting layer on top of those stories. Every moment has T1D lurking somewhere, but sometimes it comes to the front and becomes the main character. Listen in...

Jessica Freeman: entrepreneur, author, and athlete thriving with type 1 diabetes joins us on the podcast to talk about... Burnout Growing up in a rural area (doctor was 4 hrs away!) Advice for partners of people with chronic illness Like many of our guests, Jessica is living proof that T1D does not have to hold you back. Listen in to hear more about Jessica's story, and how she is not letting...

Jessie plays Division 1 rugby for Montana State University.  Learn how she manages her type 1 diabetes on and off the field, how she preps for practice and games, and other important things to keep in mind for T1Ds interested in impact sports. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram

Why do people say "good carbs" or "bad carbs"? In this episode, we dive into different categories of carbs, so-called good versus bad carbs, and the kinds of carbs type 1 diabetics should include in their protocols if they choose to eat carbs.  Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!   What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen...

In this episode, we’re talking about six common issues for newly diagnosed T1Ds, and how to handle them. This is not an exhaustive list, but a place to start if you're newly diagnosed or know someone newly diagnosed. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram

Diagnosed at age 42, Jason Robinson lives an unconventional live with type 1 diabetes. He's a digital nomad living without a permanent address, but with a permanent condition. In this episode, Jason shares what it's like navigating T1D and extensive travel. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagr...

How do you exercise when it feels hard? Sometimes, you just don't feel motivated to get up, go to the gym, or move your body. Colleen & Jessie talk about different ways to handle that, and experimenting with what it takes to get you out the door and doing something—anything. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow...

Learn more about time in range in kids with Dr. Jennifer McVean, Medtronic's Medical Affairs Director and pediatric endocrinologist. She shares about the new trial getting kids on pumps within a month of diagnosis.  Their hypothesis?  That getting on pump/CGM early can save beta cells. Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!   What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod...

Chemist Peter Robinson joins us on the show to answer the question: Can type 1 diabetes be prevented? Peter is at the forefront of antibody testing that, when combined with the newly FDA approved drug Teplizumab, can give families and young kids more time to enjoy their childhoods by delaying the onset of T1D. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow C...

Do you stress out about meal prepping when you have such a busy schedule? If you don't have a lot of time, trying to figure out meal prep can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Jessie and Colleen share their tips for meal prepping when you 1) have T1D, and 2) have a lot going on. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follo...

Do you ever look at a recipe on Pinterest and immediately think that eating it as-is would just wreck your blood sugars? As T1Ds, we need to know what's in foods and what might make those foods easier on us. In this episode, Jessie and Colleen discuss how to modify recipes to make them friendlier to YOUR T1D. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Foll...

Danya Alkhatib shares the rebellious side of diabetes and what happens when hospitals treat PWD like numbers instead of humans. Read the show notes at https://www.inspiredforward.com/episode189 Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!   What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram

When we do easy things, life gets hard. But when we do hard things, life gets easy. This principle is true even with type 1 diabetes. Listen to this episode to learn how. Read the show notes at https://www.inspiredforward.com/episode188 What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram

Meet Lissie, 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 approach to coaching creates a proactive space in taking you f...

Do you believe that T1D can hurt your feelings? If you're ready to challenge that belief, listen to this episode. Above all else, remember that YOU control your T1D. As soon as you let it control you, your emotions are at risk. Read the show notes at https://www.inspiredforward.com/episode186 What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Ins...

Losing weight as a type 1 diabetic is frustrating and hard. Learn our methods for losing weight when dealing with insulin, which influences weight gain. Show notes: https://www.inspiredforward.com/episode185 Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!   What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram

Have you felt self doubt with your T1D? You're not alone. Many T1Ds, especially when they don't know other people with diabetes, doubt their decisions and often their capabilities around managing the 'betes. This episode addresses how to manage that. Show notes: https://www.inspiredforward.com/episode184 What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram...

Danica Doble, the Diabetic Fitness Specialist, shares her experience with T1D and exercise.  A Canadian content creator, entrepreneur, and student, Danica wants to break the stigma around type 1 diabetes and her goal is to show that even with an autoimmune disease, you can achieve anything you want.  Her 40lb weight loss has inspired not only other type 1 diabetics, but many other individuals to r...

How do you build new habits with type 1 diabetes? All habits break down to a cue, desire, routine, and reward. Learn how you can build healthier habits around your T1D management. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram

Ever experience highs or lows when you change altitudes? The elevation is probably affecting your insulin and / or insulin pump. Listen in for more info. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram

Dr. Ken Berry, a family physician from Tennessee and famed YouTube doctor, joins us to talk about keto and carnivore for type 1 diabetics. Ken has over 2.33 million YouTube subscribers and has dedicated his career to raising awareness about the benefits of reducing carbohydrates from our diets. He shares his professional experience treating type 1 and type 2 diabetics who have had incredible resul...

Get to know Jessie and Colleen again! With the podcast now over 3 years old, we’re going to reintroduce ourselves! A lot has changed from when we started in 2019, so it’s time to give y’all an update and list off some accomplishments we’re proud of from the past few years. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on I...

Wondering how to actually run an experiment with your T1D? The scientific method is a simple way to organize how you think about experimenting. Jessie and I break down this method using T1D as an example. What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instagram

Competitive weightlifter Marylynne Allen joins us to talk about how to weightlift as a T1D. Diagnosed as an adult, she shares her struggles with re-learning how to exercise with T1D, and her encouragement for all T1Ds who are interested in learning how to weightlift.  What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on Instag...

I hiked 52 times in 2022. It started out as a quest to figure out how to not go low while exercising, and turned into rekindling my love for hiking in ways I didn't expect. Remember: type 1 diabetes does not have to hold you back, even from doing the things you love.  What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Pod on Instagram Follow Colleen on Instagram Follow Jessie on I...