In today’s episode Eoin chats with Emmet O’Sullivan. Emmet is currently living in the United States, and he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 13. Despite still only being 17 years old, Emmet’s curiosity and experience around his Diabetes management is what eventually led him to pursue his passion of story telling, by writing and creating his first kid’s book, “Drew Discovers Diabetes”. In this episode Emmet speaks about: Growing up with T1D.What it was like to be diagnosed...

This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE: Diabetic dreams. Blood sugar spiking in real life. Connecting the dream world bloods to the real world bloods. To hear the full episode check out episode #123: Diabetic Dreams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Part 2 of Eoin's chat with Tiernan Douieb (@tiernandouieb). Tiernan is from the UK, and he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 4. Tiernan has been living with Type 1 Diabetes for nearly 4 decades, and speaks about his experience with the condition up to this point. He spent 20+ years traveling on the road as a comedian, opening for some of the biggest stand up comics in the industry, like Frankie Boyle, but in the last two years (following the pandemic shutting down comedy for a...

In today’s episode Eoin chats with Tiernan Douieb (@tiernandouieb). Tiernan is from the UK, and he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 4. Tiernan has been living with Type 1 Diabetes for nearly 4 decades, and speaks about his experience with the condition up to this point. He spent 20+ years traveling on the road as a comedian, opening for some of the biggest stand up comics in the industry, like Frankie Boyle, but in the last two years (following the pandemic shutting down...

This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE: Diabetes giving you grit. Proving you are good enough. Trying to make it as a pro basketball player. To hear the full episode check out episode #122: Building Mental & Physical Resilience with Rob Howe. Hosted on...

Part 2 of Eoin's chat with Chris Bright (@ChrisBrighty1) This is Chris' second time on the podcast having featured for the first time nearly 4 years ago. In this episode Chris talks about the NHS rolling out hybrid closed loop systems to hundreds of thousands of diabetics in England over the next 5 years. They also chat about the changing of technology over the last two decades and discuss the positives but also the negatives these advancements may have had. As always, be sure to rate,...

In this week's episode, Eoin is joined by Chris Bright (@ChrisBrighty1) This is Chris' second time on the podcast having featured for the first time nearly 4 years ago. In this episode Chris talks about the NHS rolling out hybrid closed loop systems to hundreds of thousands of diabetics in England over the next 5 years. They also chat about the changing of technology over the last two decades and discuss the positives but also the negatives these advancements may have had. As always, be sure...

This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE: Dealing with Addison's disease. Wins and lessons. 'Working' in Ibiza as a diabetic. To hear the full episode check out episode #121: “They Told Me I Was Going To Lose My Leg”, with Ryan Taylor. Hosted on Acast. See...

This week Eoin answers a listeners' email about their concerns about going on a spa day. Temperature can have an affect on your blood sugar levels and Eoin discusses the scenarios that may happen when entering hot water. Eoin and Graham also discuss the advancements in technology in diabetes tech over the last few decades. As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we reach, the bigger impact we...

This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE: Two high blood sugars. Sleeping through a high without alerts. Not reacting emotionally. To hear the full episode check out episode #120: It’s Easy To Be Negative, It Takes Work To Be Positive. Hosted on Acast. See...

April Fools Day falls on this week and Eoin goes through some statements that the general public might perceive to be true about Type 1 Diabetes, but are in fact false. Some of these statements include: Having T1D means you can't be fit and healthy.T1D is the same as every other type of diabetes.Having T1D means you can't do what you want to do. As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we...

This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE: Teenage regret? The frustration of diabetes. Maintaining consistency. To hear the full episode check out episode #119: Creating A ‘Template’ To Your Day with Vanessa Haydock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

In this week's episode, Eoin answer some of your questions from Instagram. Some of the topics covered include: Dealing with hypos and dieting."Lantus lows".Dealing with eating the same foods but having different bloods. As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we reach, the bigger impact we can make! Questions & Stories for the Podcast?: [email protected] Connect, Learn & Work...

This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE: Pulling the D card. Comprehending the effect stress has on your diabetes. Chatting Type 1 and Type 2. To hear the full episode check out episode #118: Being Confident, Resilient & Selfish, with Sami Parker. Hosted on...

This week Eoin chats about 7 things he would focus on if her were to be diagnosed again. Over the course of Eoin's diagnosis, he has picked up and learned invaluable information that he loves passing on to you in the podcast. Some of the tips include: Eating like an adult.Challenging yourself.Treating your hypo treatment like medicine. As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and share. Your interaction and feedback really helps the podcast. The more Diabetics that we reach, the...

This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE: You can get what you want. Daily decisions. Know the things in your control. To hear the full episode check out episode #117: What Do You Want From Your Diabetes? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 of Eoin's chat with Ronnie Van Der Linden (@ronnievdlinden). Ronnie is from the Netherlands, and he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 6. Ronnie admittedly didn't take care of his health or his Diabetes management for 17+ years growing up. It wasn’t until he was older that he decided to go for a check up with his doctor, and received some unpleasant news about the health of his kidneys. In this episode Ronnie speaks about: Growing up with T1D.Kidney health and what to...

In today’s episode Eoin chats with Ronnie Van Der Linden (@ronnievdlinden). Ronnie is from the Netherlands, and he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 6. Ronnie admittedly didn't take care of his health or his Diabetes management for 17+ years growing up. It wasn’t until he was older that he decided to go for a check up with his doctor, and received some unpleasant news about the health of his kidneys. In this episode Ronnie speaks about: Growing up with T1D.Kidney health and...

This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE: Don't throw in the towel. You can't always be perfect. Stubborn Highs. To hear the full episode check out episode #116: “I Was 12.9 & Still Rising At 14.9!”: Listeners’ Stories & Questions. Hosted on Acast. See...

In this week's episode, Eoin and Graham sit down and read out a listener's email. Eoin is always encouraging you to get in touch as it is a huge part of the podcast. And this week Caitriona responds to an email Eoin sent out through his weekly email list. Caitriona got in contact to say that one of Eoin's emails gave her the confidence to be patient and treat her bloods in a calm manner. She is only a year diagnosed but after waking up low, she used the information from Eoin's email as a...

This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE: Desperate for sleep. The start of a fitness journey. The 300 workout. To hear the full episode check out episode #115: Showing Up Daily & Shifting Your Perspective, with Thomas Lennon. Hosted on Acast. See...

In this week's episode, Eoin and Graham celebrate 200 episodes of 'The insuleoin Podcast'. 4 years ago Eoin and Graham met in a recording studio to record the first 6 episodes. 200 episodes later, they reflect on some of the most memorable moments in that time period, some stand out podcasts and acknowledge the different people they have become. As well as that, Graham gives an update on his home renovations and asks Eoin how it would have been different if he was diabetic. As always, be...

This is a bitesize episode of 'The insuleoin Podcast - Redefining Diabetes'. Each week we'll take a look back into the archive of episodes and get you to think and reflective once more about some of the things we've learned over the past few years. In this week's BITESIZE: Getting frustrated with your diabetes. Understanding why. Your blood sugar doesn't care what you want. To hear the full episode check out episode #105: Why Am I Annoyed? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

In this week’s episode Eoin talks about how a simple shift in mindset can have an overall positive impact on your diabetes management. Eoin acknowledges that being on top of your management is hard; but then points out that dealing with the realities of neglecting your management is a lot harder. The same with staying fit, pre bolusing, choosing the right foods etc.  If this shift in mindset is implemented, the benefits will be massive.  As always, be sure to rate, comment, subscribe and...