Episodes
I spoke with Certified Diabetes Educator, Mary Rose Deraco, about why carb counting is so important for managing type 1 diabetes. We talk about how different foods effect glucose levels and how to treat for them as well as all the tools and apps available to help you count carbs.   Today's Sponsors: Learn about Omnipod 5 Fill out T1D Exchange Registry    Resources: Figwee: iOS | Android & Web   Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook   Watch Video Podcast on...
Published 12/04/23
I spoke with a user of iAPS about her experience using the open source system over the last 3 months. She doesn't log carbs and calls the app "magic." iAPS is an artificial pancreas system based on the OpenAPS algorithm. Using the settings you input, carbohydrates and historical data, iAPS aims to automate insulin delivery to reduce the time you spend managing your diabetes.   Today's Sponsors: Learn about Omnipod 5 Fill out T1D Exchange Registry      Resources: iAPS Website | iAPS Facebook...
Published 11/27/23
iAPS is a DIY open source artificial pancreas system controlled from and iPhone and Apple Watch. It may be the most powerful algorithm to manage type 1 diabetes. I spoke with two leaders about their incredible success using the system. One user never logs carbs and sits at 80% TIR, the other boluses before meals and most of his days are 90-98% in range.   Today's Sponsors: Learn about Omnipod 5 Fill out T1D Exchange Registry    Resources: iAPS Website | iAPS Facebook Page | Loops & Learn...
Published 11/20/23
Derek Theler shares his diagnosis journey and fascinating stories about managing T1D throughout his acting career from his audition for Baby Daddy to being on set in the ocean in South Africa.   Today's Sponsors: Learn about Omnipod 5 Fill out T1D Exchange Registry    Breaking Limits GoFundMe   Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook   Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    This episode is sponsored by Omnipod. To learn more about Omnipod 5 and see if you’re eligible for a trial,...
Published 11/13/23
When I was 21 years old I was diagnosed with Nueroblastoma - a tumor on my spine. Clayton and I explore my story, how I grew through he experience, and how it led me to where I am now. Today's Sponsor is Omnipod.   Today's Sponsor: Learn about Omnipod 5   Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook   Watch Video Podcast on Youtube    This episode is sponsored by Omnipod. To learn more about Omnipod 5 and see if you’re eligible for a trial, visit Omnipod.com/diabetech. You can...
Published 11/06/23
Gluroo is a dedicated diabetes messaging app where families can text members of their "Glucrew" to address alerts, notifications and treatment. Greg tells us all about the app and its features and how he uses it with his family and son with type 1 diabetes. Today's Sponsor is Omnipod.   Learn more about Omnipod 5: https://www.omnipod.com/Diabetech     Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube |...
Published 10/30/23
Jenna Woolf and I get into navigating t1d with friendships and family, how we take on dating and intimacy, using glucagon, our relationship to food and more. This episode is jam packed with experience and stories that will make many of you feel heard and less alone. Today's Sponsor is Omnipod.     Learn more about Omnipod 5: https://www.omnipod.com/Diabetech     Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok |...
Published 10/23/23
Gary walks me through all the infusion sets from steel to flexible cannulas, automatic vs manual and 90 degree verses angled. I learned a lot as an Omnipod user! On Friday I try them all on, on my YouTube channel! Follow this podcast for new episodes every Monday.     Learn more about Omnipod 5: https://www.omnipod.com/Diabetech *Today's Sponsor is Omnipod     ▶️ Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok |...
Published 10/16/23
We compare Omnipod 5 and DIY Loop algorithms and discuss how to best take advantage of each system. DIY Loop is not cleared by the FDA and this is not medical advice. If you build Loop, you do so at your own risk. Follow this podcast for new episodes every Monday.     Learn more about Omnipod 5: https://www.omnipod.com/Diabetech *Today's Sponsor is Omnipod     Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok |...
Published 10/09/23
I spoke with artist, t1d, and endo, Mike Natter M.D. about his experience wearing the iLet insulin pump from Beta Bionics. We get into how the pump works and how it compares to other automated insulin systems available. Follow the show for new episodes every Monday! Today's Sponsor is Omnipod.     Learn more about Omnipod 5: https://www.omnipod.com/Diabetech     Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok |...
Published 10/02/23
From implantable CGMs, bi-hormonal pumps to a future of no boluses needed, the future of diabetes tech is bright! David Ahn M.D. and I discuss the tech innovations currently happening and where we hope technology goes to make diabetes management easier than ever.     ▶️ Watch the pod on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     Follow David's diabetes tech page:...
Published 09/25/23
My diabetes educator, Mary Rose, asks me about early t1d diagnosis and how it led to a career educating and creating content on diabetes tech and management.     ▶️ Watch the pod on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health care treatment. 
Published 09/18/23
The Freestyle Libre 2 & Libre 3 are FDA cleared for use with automated insulin delivery pumps, but when will we see the integration and what will that look like? I asked Abbott's Chief Medical Officer, Mahmood Kazemi, that and more. Follow for new episodes every Monday.     ▶️ Watch the pod on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     Learn more about Freestyle Libre:...
Published 09/11/23
I spoke with Lauren Bongiorno about her diabetes origin story and how it led to a career teaching other diabetics how to take control of their diabetes and life a more carefree and fulfilling life.     ▶️ Watch the pod on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     Follow Lauren: https://www.instagram.com/lauren_bongiorno/ Risely Resource:...
Published 09/04/23
Tidbyt is an LED screen that shows different infographics like train times, weather, and more. A user-made Nightscout app allows you to display cgm readings to the screen where you can project a sugar level graph and customize target range. I sat down with Paul Murphy, the creator of the Nightscout app, to ask how it works.     Set up Tidbyt's app with Dexcom and Libre 2 or 3 using the Gluroo app: https://gluroo.com     Tidbyt:...
Published 08/28/23
Sugar Pixel connects to cgm accounts to display blood sugar readings on its LED screen. With its tagalong app, you can customize its screen, glucose ranges and optional audio alerts.      Check out Sugar Pixel: https://customtypeone.com/?ref=lt5z8Dt0mW_tVF     Use Gluroo to connect Libre cgms to Sugar Pixel: https://gluroo.com     ▶️ Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube      This podcast...
Published 08/21/23
Stacey Simms shares her journey of raising a son with type 1 diabetes from the age of two through high school years. Stacey is a fellow podcaster and author of the book series "The World's Worst Diabetes Mom." Follow for new episodes every Monday.     ▶️ Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Mom's Night out: https://diabetes-connections.com/events/   Diabetes Connection Podcast:...
Published 08/14/23
Tandem's new insulin pump coming later this year is the world's smallest durable pump. Gary Scheiner and I breakdown all there is to know about the new pump.     ▶️ Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube      This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health care treatment. 
Published 08/07/23
Caleigh Haber tells us about her journey with Cysctic Firbrosis related diabetes while overcoming surgeries and transplants over the years. Subscribe to this podcast for new episodes every Monday.     ▶️ Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN   Follow Caleigh: www.fight2breathe.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fight2breathe/     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube      This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice....
Published 07/31/23
Jenna has switched to Omnipod 5 after 20 years on Medtronic. We discuss the transition and the pros and cons of a tubeless pump at the beginning of her switch and four weeks later. Subscribe to this podcast for new episodes every Monday.     ▶️ Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube      This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making...
Published 07/24/23
Tidepool Loop is an FDA-cleared version of the DIY Loop automated insulin delivery system and it's ready for users. I speak with Tidepool's CEO, Howard Look, about the future of the app and how patients will use the software with their pumps and cgms.      Listen to the episode Origins of DIY Loop to hear about the incredible story behind Loop and the smart group of people who built one of the first closed loop insulin delivery systems.     Subscribe to this podcast for new episodes every...
Published 07/17/23
Omnipod's new iPhone app, Dexcom's direct-to-Apple Watch, extended infusion sets, and Beta Bionics dual-hormone pump. Gary Scheiner and I discuss the biggest tech announcements at this year's Scientific Sessions.     Subscribe to this podcast for new episodes every Monday. Think Like a Pancreas: https://amzn.to/3NHlRKx ▶️ Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     This podcast...
Published 07/10/23
I sat down with Dexcom's CEO to discuss its announcement of a new CGM coming in 2024 and Dexcom's direct to Apple Watch support coming by end of the year.     Subscribe to this podcast for new episodes every Monday.     ▶️ Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for more: Instagram | Tik Tok | YouTube | Facebook     This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health...
Published 07/03/23
I've always found a connection between my type 1 diabetes pride and being proud for who I am, a gay man. In honor of Pride Month, I spoke with a diabetes educator about how diabetics can spread their pride and educate others as well as its comparisons to being gay. Donate to The Trevor Project: https://www.gofundme.com/f/n9hj4-donate-to-the-trevor-project?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1     Subscribe to this podcast for new episodes every...
Published 06/26/23
Medtronic's new 780g algorithm brings a bunch of upgrades to its closed loop system - a 100mg/dl target, 7 day infusion set, and an aggressive meal detection algorithm. I spoke with Lou Lintereur, Chief Engineer of Automated Delivery Systems at Medtronic about the 780g algorithm and the future of their products.     Subscribe to this podcast for new episodes every Monday.     ▶️ Watch on YouTube: http://youtu.be/playlist?list=PLR0sCnwtm0_NW_TuC57jYfbRwPrY-r-EN     Follow for...
Published 06/19/23