Real Life Diabetes

I’m a sucker for witty banter and was thrilled to connect with Jutta Haaramo, co-founder of the Happy Bob app, who has brought a bit of lightheartedness to managing her son’s life with T1D. Her mission is to share the latest diabetes data, without overloading people with information by making it a fun, and rewarding […] The post Podcast 97: A Snarky Comment Helps Lessen the T1D Burden | Jutta Haaramo appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

Thankfully, many of us living with Type 1 diabetes have a supportive parent(s), but have we really taken time to think about how our diagnosis affected our loved ones. When Janet’s media kit fell on my desk, I knew I wanted to connect. Their story of strength and partnership as they navigated through this disease, […] The post Podcast 96: I’m Not a China Doll | Janet Hatch & Zandra Soanes appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

Show notes coming soon. Bio and links are below. Stay tuned and happy listening. BIO: April Blackwell is an Aerospace Engineer and life-long astronaut hopeful who flies the International Space Station from NASA Mission control. April has worked at NASA for 7 years but has been obsessed with space since kindergarten – when she made […] The post Podcast 95: Shooting for the Stars | April Blackwell appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

With a little friendly stalking I had the pleasure of chatting with two incredibly inspirational industry leaders, and self proclaimed friendemies, Sean Saint and John Sjolund. Their drive to succeed and multiple success stories mirror my mission to help improve quality of life for all people living with diabetes. They are entertaining to say the […] The post Podcast 94: Who Forgets if They’ve Given an Insulin Shot? | Sean Saint & John Sjolund appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

Can you imagine being diagnosed with T1D and five years later stating you’re in the best health of your life? In this episode, we’ll be learning more about my new friend from the land down unda’, Astra-Lia ‘Ozzy’ England.  Several years ago, Ozzy would receive news from the doctor that would shake her world; a […] The post Podcast 93: Let’s Be Honest – We’re 21st Century Vampires | Ozzy England appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

You don’t have to hide, let’s have the tough talks. In this episode you’ll learn why this is so important with guests Matt Tarro & Brandon Denson the Founders of Bolus Maximus. Matt and Brandon have created this community with a focus on filling a major void in the male community, the need for vulnerable […] The post Podcast 92: The Truth Will Set You Free | Matt Tarro & Brandon Denson appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

Please visit the show notes for more information about peripheral arterial disease and possible treatments. BIO: Kent Hootman MD is an interventional radiologist who has been treating peripheral arterial disease for more than 20 years. He attended medical school at the University of Colorado, completed his residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch. Following […]

The battle against diabetes doesn’t have to be done alone, we need community. That is the mindset of today’s guests (yes plural!) the Diabuddies App Founders, Amy, Sarah and Charlene. As we dive in, you’ll learn how these ladies’ experience with diabetes led them to create something ALL people living with diabetes can support. BIO: […] The post Podcast 91: The Importance of Connectivity | Diabuddies App Founders appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

Who says an old dog can’t learn new tricks?! Repeat guest and dear friend, Mark Carter joins the show and shares how and why he has created a T1D backup plan. He has re-assessed and found better strategies that have left him feeling freer and refreshed. Let’s dive into Mark’s story and learn how finding […] The post Podcast 90: Back to the T1D Basics | Mark Carter appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

After decades of frustrating results and fed up with the type 1 diabetes roller coaster, Allison completely changed her life and diabetes management by switching to a low carb lifestyle. She took her new way of eating seriously and lost 55+ pounds and was able to get off all medications with the exception of insulin. […] The post Podcast 89: Diabetes Against the Grain | Allison Herschede appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

Reverend Bales story was one I could not pass up. While many of us living Type 1 diabetes quarantined, he hit the front line to serve the homeless community on Skid Row. He has lived with T1D for 48 years and hasn’t let this disease keep him from achieving his goals both physically and professionally. […] The post Podcast 88: T1D Drives Me To Serve The Underdog | Reverend Andy Bales appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

Throughout his epic adventure, Mike went from couch potato to dropping around 100 lbs. in order to fulfill his dream of hiking the Appalachian Trail all while adjusting his diabetes management. It takes a lot of courage to completely overhaul your habits! His ability to plan all things hiking for 5+ months AND throwing in […] The post Podcast 87: Taking T1D on an Epic Appalachian Trail Adventure | Mike Joyce appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

Sarah is a breath of fresh air. Her ability to be honest, vulnerable and willing to discuss all aspects of her T1D journey is the perfect combination to connect the diabetes online masses. In this first ever episode for the DDG, we discuss medicinal cannabis and what it has done for Sarah in addition to daily […] The post Podcast 86: The Highs & Lows of Diabetes and Cannabis | Sarah MacLeod appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

I cleared my schedule after a recent announcement from Novo Nordisk to record this episode with Dr. Todd Hobbs, Chief Medical Officer for North America and Ken Inchausti, Senior Director of Corporate Communications. In this open discussion they share resources and cost saving programs, insulin trials and what’s on the horizon for insulin therapies, and […] The post Podcast 85: An Open Conversation About Insulin With Novo Nordisk | Dr. Todd Hobbs & Ken Inchausti appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

After being rejected to join an insulin therapy clinical trial, I was determined to find someone who was able to participate. DDG’s newest team member, Cynthia Celt, connected the dots and hooked me up with Craig who shared his recent experience as a participant in a rather intense trial. Thank you Craig for temporarily donating […] The post Podcast 84: Temporarily Donating My Body To Science | Craig Le Fevre appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

For newly diagnosed T2D, it might be overwhelming and many fall into diabetes denial. In an effort to change this mentality, Tracey shares an authentic story of how a question from her daughter was the “aha” moment to take things seriously. In this episode, Tracey unapologetically shares her story because there is no shame in […] The post Podcast 83: A Positive Poster Child for the Type 2 Diabetes Community | Tracey D. Brown appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

I connected with Kyle on social media and like many of my past guests, he shoots it to you straight about diet, exercise and his diabetes hacks. He isn’t shy and shares his opinion on lifestyle and offers HIS take on things without offering up medical advice. I was a little squeamish when Kyle shared […] The post Podcast 82: I’ve Found What Works Best For Me | Kyle Kondoff appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

This impromptu episode was created to hopefully set your mind at ease. As PWDs are flooded with stories on social media concerning the fear of an insulin shortage or the disruption of diabetes supplies, I felt compelled to act. Even though most companies have issued statements reassuring people living with diabetes that everything would be […] The post Podcast 81: Pandemic Or Not – Emergency Insulin Resources | Big Pharma appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

I stumbled upon a YouTube channel, Between Two Lines, that was informative and hilarious at the same time. In each episode, Levi shares his down to earth thoughts on a particular Type 1 diabetes related subject using a real talk, no sugar coating, approach. His dry wit and ability to make light of what living […] The post Podcast 80: I Don’t Need You to Build Me a Watch, I Just Need to Know What Time it is | Levi Davenport appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.

DreaMed Diabetes, a leader in AI solutions for personalized diabetes management and the company behind the first artificial pancreas technology recently launched Advisor Pro software. This software can analyze glucose and insulin data in seconds and advise on an optimal treatment plan including basal rate, carb ratio, insulin sensitivity factor, and personal management tips. The […] The post Mini-Podcast 3: DreaMed Diabetes – Turning Patient Data into Human Insight appeared first on Diabetes Daily Grind | Real Life Diabetes Podcast.