Under the Insulin: A Type 1 Diabetes Podcast

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Under the Insulin: A Type 1 Diabetes Podcast

Under the Insulin is a podcast for people with Type 1 diabetes, by people with Type 1 Diabetes. Drawing upon lived experiences, we are sharing real conversations about navigating life with T1D. Diabetes affects ALL aspects of our lives, and we’re here to talk about it all openly and honestly. Highs and lows, triumphs and woes, we’ve got it all! So grab your favourite snack, give yourself some insulin, and listen up! This podcast is brought to you by the I Challenge Diabetes Youth Council. www.ichallengediabetes.org

  1. 08/20/2024

    S2E8 - Exploring Effective Diabetes Treatments ft. Dr. Emma McCutcheon, Endocrinologist

    In this episode of Under the Insulin, hosts Maryna and Madison are joined by pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Emma McCutcheon to dive deep into the complexities of diabetes management. Dr. McCutcheon shares her journey into endocrinology and her holistic approach to caring for diabetes patients, emphasizing the importance of identifying barriers patients face and helping them navigate these challenges.  We discuss what really matters when it comes to diabetes management (it’s not what you think!), the fundamentals of Type 1 vs Type 2, as well as social injustices in diabetes care.  We wrap up by talking about the harmful myths around insulin resistance and weight, and the controversial topic of Ozempic. Join us for an informative and engaging conversation that sheds light on the intricacies of diabetes management! Timestamps: 01:48 Meet Dr. Emma McCutcheon 02:01 Emma’s Journey into Endocrinology & Approach to Diabetes Care 10:02 Addressing Social Injustice in Diabetes Care 15:27 How Important is A1C (or not) 18:36 No Two People’s Diabetes is the Same 23:30 Understanding Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes 26:26 Genetics & Health at Every Size 30:52 Changing Insulin Needs and Weight Concerns 35:25 The Ozempic Debate 40:05 Daily Dose! __________ Under the Insulin is brought to you by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I Challenge Diabetes (ICD)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youth Council. For more information about I Challenge Diabetes visit: ⁠⁠www.ichallengediabetes.org⁠⁠ & be sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for the ICD newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay up-to date on upcoming programs and events for T1Ds ⁠ JOIN THE ICD COMMUNITY: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Like this show? Please be sure to RATE & REVIEW to help us reach more T1Ds and impact as many lives as possible 💛

    43 min

  2. 08/13/2024

    S2E7 - Expert Tips for Travelling with Diabetes ft. Julia Pesek, T1D Flight Attendant

    In this episode, special guest Julia (yes, host Julia you all know and love!) and host Maryna dive into flying and travel with T1D, including how much to pack, how to pack it, and get through security seamlessly. Gear up to make your next flight smooth sailing with all these pro tips! Timestamps: 01:28 Introducing Julia: The T1D Flight Attendant 02:06 Packing Tips for Flying with Diabetes 08:50 Security Concerns and Tips 18:30 Can Insulin Explode Mid-Air? 20:25 Baggage Claim Lows - Myth or Reality? 23:30  Altitude Limits and Pump Functionality  26:50 The “Diabetes Card”  31:00 Can T1Ds be Pilots? 33:19 Final Tips for Managing Diabetes While Traveling 39:30 Daily Dose! ______________ Under the Insulin is brought to you by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I Challenge Diabetes (ICD)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youth Council. For more information about I Challenge Diabetes visit: ⁠⁠www.ichallengediabetes.org⁠⁠ & be sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for the ICD newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay up-to date on upcoming programs and events for T1Ds ⁠ JOIN THE ICD COMMUNITY: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ If you got anything out of this episode, please be sure to RATE & REVIEW this podcast to help us reach more T1Ds like you 💛

    45 min

  3. 08/06/2024

    S2E6 - How Diabetics Can Improve Their Relationship to Food & Body Image ft. Intuitive Eating Expert Katy Harvey, RD

    Diabetes can make it so much harder to have a healthy relationship with food and our bodies – but it’s not impossible.  Join hosts Emilee and Maryna as they have a spirited conversation with Katy Harvey, who is a Registered Dietitian and Intuitive Eating Expert.  Learn what intuitive eating is, why diabetes can distort our relationship with food (and what to do about it) and how the rules we make up for ourselves are unnecessary to say the least! Katy shares some great tips about embracing food freedom as we talk all about the hurdles we have to jump to eat and manage diabetes, how to have more self compassion, and so much more. If you've struggled even just a little bit with food or body image (most most diabetics do), you won’t want to miss this! (Is every episode secretly a therapy session? For free?) Timestamps: 01:06 Introducing Katy Harvey, RD: Intuitive Eating Expert02:26 The Complex Relationship Between Diabetes and Eating Disorders05:26 Biohacking & Blood Sugar Monitoring Trends 12:11 Healthy Perspectives on Food and Body 27:00 Exploring Intuitive Eating and Its Misconceptions 28:06 Intuitive Eating with Diabetes 37:21 Is Keto Good for Diabetes Management?42:47 Daily Dose - Favourite Snacks! CONNECT WITH KATY: www.katyharvey.net ⁠www.facebook.com/katyharvey.rd⁠ www.instagram.com/katyharvey.rd ______________ Under the Insulin is brought to you by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I Challenge Diabetes (ICD)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youth Council. For more information about I Challenge Diabetes visit: ⁠⁠www.ichallengediabetes.org⁠⁠ & be sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for the ICD newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay up-to date on upcoming programs and events for T1Ds ⁠ JOIN THE ICD COMMUNITY: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ If you got anything out of this episode, please be sure to RATE & REVIEW to help us reach more T1Ds and impact as many lives as possible 💛

    47 min

  4. 07/30/2024

    S2E5 - Balancing Adventure and Blood Sugars ft. Sam Letnik, T1D and Sylvain Poncet

    In this episode of Under the Insulin, your hosts Julia and Madison chat with guests Sam and Sylvain (Julia’s partner!) all about the world of “bikepacking” - aka overnight, long distance cycling trips. We dive into the different things T1Ds have to consider while embarking on big adventures and discuss strategies for packing and preparedness, the importance of resilience, and the cautionary tale of the Clif bar! Whether you're a seasoned bikepacker or curious about managing T1D during highly active trips or sports, this episode offers valuable insights and a good dose of humor. Timestamps: 01:54 Meet the Guests: Sam and Sylvain 06:06 Favourite Bikepacking Trips 12:11 Packing Challenges and Strategies  30:04 Struggles with Insulin Management 31:13 The Importance of Snack Variety 32:26 Cycling and Blood Sugar Control 33:44 Dealing with Lows While Cycling 37:01 'Bonking' (Non-T1Ds version of a Low)  43:59 Managing Diabetes on Long Trips 48:21 Bike Maintenance and Preparation 53:12 Daily Dose! __________ Under the Insulin is brought to you by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I Challenge Diabetes (ICD)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youth Council. For more information about I Challenge Diabetes visit: ⁠⁠www.ichallengediabetes.org⁠⁠ & be sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for the ICD newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay up-to date on upcoming programs and events for T1Ds ⁠ JOIN THE ICD COMMUNITY: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ If you got anything out of this episode, please be sure to RATE & REVIEW to help us reach more T1Ds and impact as many lives as possible 💛

    1 hr

  5. 07/23/2024

    S2E4 - Love & Diabetes: The Spouse of a T1D’s Perspective ft. Angie Jarvis

    In this episode we are thrilled to be joined by very special guest Angie Jarvis, the wife of the one and only Chris Jarvis (founder and CEO of I Challenge Diabetes)! We dive into how Angie’s crash course on diabetes helped her overcome her fear of needles, what it is like to be married into diabetes in such a big way, how she supports her loved one with T1D and raising tiny humans with diabetes in the picture. Angie shares some awesome perspectives as a Type 3 pal that we’re so grateful to have, quite literally, in the ICD fam! We will end with some inspiring daily dose answers and know that we all have got this, together. Timestamps: 01:23 Meet Angie Jarvis 02:10 Angie's First Introduction to T1D 03:41 Crash Course on Diabetes 06:56 Supporting a Spouse with T1D 11:09 Having Kids & TrialNet 14:01 Raising Kids with Diabetes Awareness 19:31 Dating with Diabetes 21:01 Being a "Type 3" 25:24 Daily Dose! __________ Under the Insulin is brought to you by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I Challenge Diabetes (ICD)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youth Council. For more information about I Challenge Diabetes visit: ⁠⁠www.ichallengediabetes.org⁠⁠ & be sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for the ICD newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay up-to date on upcoming programs and events for T1Ds ⁠ JOIN THE ICD COMMUNITY: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ If you got anything out of this episode, please be sure to RATE & REVIEW to help us reach more T1Ds and impact as many lives as possible 💛

    31 min

  6. 07/16/2024

    S2E3 - Diabetes Healthcare: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

    In this episode, all your hosts dive into their personal experiences working through the healthcare system while living with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).  Tune in for an eye-opening discussion on our struggles with feelings of shame and isolation, problematic encounters with healthcare professionals, and the importance of empathetic support over judgment. Whether you are T1D or a healthcare professional, we know this conversation will offer valuable insight on the journey to better diabetes management and care. Timestamps: 01:08 Introduction & Shoutout to Healthcare Professionals 02:19 Personal Struggles with Shame & Isolation 06:57 Scare Tactics Don’t Work 11:20 Numbers Aren’t Everything 13:00 Just How Likely are Diabetes-Related Complications? 15:22 Care Approach That Does Work 19:44 You Don’t Have to Be Perfect 24:05 For Anyone in Healthcare..please hear this 27:52 Cringey Pump Analogy from Emilee’s Endo 36:47 T1Ds Have Higher Risk for Anxiety 43:30 Final Takeaways, with A Positive Spin 49:08 Daily Dose! **Disclaimer: Nothing on this podcast is a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Always consult your physician, endocrinologist, or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin, or healthcare plan. __________ Under the Insulin is brought to you by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I Challenge Diabetes (ICD)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youth Council. For more information about I Challenge Diabetes visit: ⁠⁠www.ichallengediabetes.org⁠⁠ & be sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for the ICD newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay up-to date on upcoming programs and events for T1Ds ⁠ JOIN THE ICD COMMUNITY: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ If you got anything out of this episode, please be sure to RATE & REVIEW to help us reach more T1Ds and impact as many lives as possible 💛

    52 min

  7. 07/09/2024

    S2E2 - Community & Mental Health with T1D ft. Adam Rudick

    In this episode of Under the Insulin, host Emilee chats with special guest Adam Rudick about the significant impact of community when living with Type 1 Diabetes. Adam shares how he felt isolated after his diagnosis until he attended Diabetes Camp and found others like him, which prompted him to start his own local T1D community events in Montreal. They discuss the mental toll of diabetes, the importance of self-compassion, the role of technology, and the ever-present need for more community support. When the going gets tough, the tough get going! The episode ends with Adam offering inspiring advice you won’t want to miss (even if you’ve been living with T1D for 30+ years!) Timestamps: 1:27 - Meet Our Guest: Adam 2:55 The Importance of Community 6:17 Approaching Other Type 1s in the Wild 7:29 Growing Up with T1D 12:22 How Adam Created His Own T1D Community 16:10 The Emotional Toll of Diabetes 20:02 Balancing Technology and Mental Health 26:14 The Impact of Funding Community 29:21 Daily Dose! **Disclaimer: Nothing on this podcast is a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Always consult your physician, endocrinologist, or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin, or healthcare plan. __________ Under the Insulin is brought to you by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I Challenge Diabetes (ICD)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youth Council. For more information about I Challenge Diabetes visit: ⁠⁠www.ichallengediabetes.org ⁠⁠ & be sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for the ICD newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay up-to date on upcoming programs and events for T1Ds ⁠ JOIN THE ICD COMMUNITY: ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Like this show? Please be sure to RATE & REVIEW to help us reach more T1Ds and impact as many lives as possible 💛

    33 min

  8. 07/02/2024

    S2E1 - The Biggest Myths About Diabetes (debunked!)

    Welcome back to Under the Insulin! We’re kicking off Season 2 with a juicy conversation with all your hosts about some of the wackiest myths and misconceptions we’ve heard about diabetes over the years, including (but not limited to) ridiculous superfood “cures”, gross misrepresentations of T1D on TV, and the double standards faced by people with diabetes.  The conversation gets real as we set straight the differences between Type 1 and Type 2, share hilarious misunderstandings people have had about our diabetes gear, and even go into the genetics of passing diabetes onto your kids.  We’ve got some funny stories, some interesting facts, and a lot of laughs.  Join us as we share our lived experiences, debunk these myths, and offer some genuine support for the Type 1 community! Maybe we’ll finally crack the cure (Probably not, but at least we can laugh about it). Timestamps: 01:36 Julia’s Least Favourite Cure Myth 07:41 Type 1 vs Type 2 10:24 Double Standards from Non-T1Ds 12:31 The “Bad” Kind of Diabetes 15:22 Cringey Portrayals of Diabetes on TV 16:18 “You Can’t Have Sugar!” 22:58 Will my kids inevitably have diabetes?? 27:08 Looking on the Bright Side of Having T1D 30:07 Funny Stories of Misconceptions about Diabetes Devices 32:38 Invasive Comments from Others 36:34 Daily Dose! **Disclaimer: Nothing on this podcast is a substitute for personalized professional medical advice. Always consult your physician, endocrinologist, or other medical professional before making any changes to your diet, insulin, or healthcare plan. __________ Under the Insulin is brought to you by the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I Challenge Diabetes (ICD)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Youth Council. For more information about I Challenge Diabetes visit: ⁠⁠www.ichallengediabetes.org⁠⁠ & be sure to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up for the ICD newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay up-to date on upcoming programs and events for T1Ds ⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ Like this show? Please be sure to RATE & REVIEW to help us reach more T1Ds and impact as many lives as possible 💛

    38 min
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Under the Insulin is a podcast for people with Type 1 diabetes, by people with Type 1 Diabetes. Drawing upon lived experiences, we are sharing real conversations about navigating life with T1D. Diabetes affects ALL aspects of our lives, and we’re here to talk about it all openly and honestly. Highs and lows, triumphs and woes, we’ve got it all! So grab your favourite snack, give yourself some insulin, and listen up! This podcast is brought to you by the I Challenge Diabetes Youth Council. www.ichallengediabetes.org

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