This is Type 1: Real-Life Type 1 Diabetes

Colleen and Jessie spend this episode interviewing each other! We talk diabetes, life plans, college experience, and many of the usual questions we ask our guests. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resources Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!   What to do next... Le...

Kristina Loskarjova was diagnosed at age 3 with type 1 diabetes. She joins us to talk about entrepreneurship, growing up with parents who taught her that nothing can hold her back. Her book, Yes You Can , tells the stories of multiple T1Ds who proved that they can do whatever they set their minds to. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast pag...

Diabetic ketoacidosis (also known as DKA) is a dangerous medical complication of untreated T1D. In this episode, we discuss what causes it, the risk factors for going into DKA, symptoms to watch out for, how to treat it, recovery, and prevention in the future. We also briefly touch on the difference between diabetic ketoacidosis and nutritional ketosis. Read the show notes and find all the links d...

In this short bonus episode, Jessie shares how she told her college roommate that she has type 1 diabetes.  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

We talk with Steve Mann, health coach for type 1 and type 2 diabetics, about his career path from big tech marketing to supporting the diabetes community. As a long-time T1D, Steve has seen some major changes in diabetes management and his experience helps him guide other diabetics away from the same mistakes he made. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight...

UNICORN ALERT! Listen to the voices of the diabetes community share how long they've had T1D, what they use to manage it, and what they wish they could tell their younger selves about T1D.  Thank you SO MUCH to the voices who contributed to this episode. You are the reason we keep going each week.  Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast...

Photographer Ryan Griffin joins us to talk about getting an insulin pump as a newly diagnosed type 1 diabetic. Diagnosed in November 2020, it took Ryan less than 6 months to get on the Tandem insulin pump. If you're looking at getting a pump, this episode is for you. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode sho...

At times, we may self-sabotage our diabetes self care and management even if it's not what we want to do long term. In this episode, Jessie and I talk about what self-sabotage is, what causes it, and what to do about it. Remember that you are not alone on your T1D journey. If you need help, please reach out to us or a member of your care team, or someone from the DOC. Read the show notes and...

Naomi Williams, host of Dawning Diabetes, joins us to talk about spreading awareness for type 1 diabetes and other autoimmune disorders. Naomi shares her journey with T1D and what it was like for her in college, which Jessie is definitely interested about! Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & re...

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I moved states! Are you wondering about managing a move with T1D? I share my lessons learned, breaking it down to pre-move, during the move, and post-move. Through them all, you'll need your low snacks and supplies available, but there's so much more that goes into staying safe as a type 1 diabetic while handling a move. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode...

Brandon Mouw shares his amazing journey to getting a pancreas-only transplant after an unexplained bout of kidney stones turned him into a brittle diabetic. While Brandon is technically no longer a T1D, he has over 30 years' experience with T1D and honestly would rather have well controlled T1D than deal with the anti-rejection treatments. But as he shares in both this episode AND his upcomin...

We dive deep into what we mean when we say we eat "low carb". I explain why I eat the way I do, and the results it's given me over the past six years. Consider "low carb" an experiment and don't get caught up in what other people think you should or shouldn't do.  Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page...

Pregnancy and T1D can be a daunting combination to those women concerned about what risks accompany it. Listen in to hear Kristen Haymon's experience with pregnancy after loss, and with twins, no less! For those of you with questions, Kristen has some answers. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes...

Have you joined any diabetes community apps yet? In this episode, we talk about the most popular places to hang out with the DOC. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resources Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!   What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Fol...

Confused about Medicare? Me too. So are MANY people, not just with type 1 diabetes. Kathe Kline joins me to talk about what you should know about the different parts of Medicare, and why it's so important to do your research and choose the right plan so that you can get what you need from age 65 and beyond. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our...

The research for a cure to type 1 diabetes has been ongoing for many decades. Find out more about recent efforts on this problem. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resources Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!   What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Fol...

Mammoth Creameries co-founder Tim Krauss joins us to talk about his experience being diagnosed at age 28 and how diabetes has changed his entire life.  Mammoth Creameries is the first company to make and sell low-carb, low-sugar ice cream. Find a location near you at https://www.mammothcreameries.com/ Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast pa...

Why is blood pressure important for type 1 diabetics? Is yours too low or too high? Both can be problems for we insulin-challenged people. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resources Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!   What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Pod...

Bob & Jim Banting, great-nephews of Frederick Banting, share little-known stories about the man who discovered insulin 100 years ago. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resources Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!   What to do next... Leave a review on Apple Podc...

Ever wonder how to read nutrition labels? Looking at that part of the food package can feel overwhelming and confusing if you don't know what you're looking at. In this episode we break down the different parts of the label, what they mean, and what you really need to pay attention to as a type 1 diabetic. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to...

COVID travel has a lot more restrictions than we're typically used to, especially as type 1 diabetics. In this episode we talk about the CDC guidelines as of March 13th, 2021, and how to be safe when traveling now. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resources Join t...

What is the cost of type 1 diabetes without insurance in the United States? It depends so much on how you manage it, but if you don't have some kind of insurance, the cost is staggering.  Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resources Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!...

How do you find out about new technology that type 1 diabetics can use to better manage their health? Delia Scales has the answer for us in Wikihospitals, an organization about making health care sustainable, using new technology and home based care. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant...

Why should diabetics care about scar tissue and site rotation? The longer you're on "wearables", the more scar tissue can build up. Read the show notes and find all the links discussed in the episode Go straight to our podcast page to find all the episode show notes & relevant T1D links and resources Join the Half-Dead Pancreas Club!   What to do next... Leave a review on A...