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Monday Jan 29, 2024
Pregnancy with Diabetes - Stress & Anxieties Before Advanced Tech
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Monday Jan 29, 2024
Melinda Strauss shares her story about the anxieties and treatment for her pregnancies at a time when cgms and automated insulin pumps were not used. This was a fascinating conversation and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
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Monday Jan 22, 2024
Pregnancy & Diabetes Tech - Groundbreaking Research Findings
Monday Jan 22, 2024
Monday Jan 22, 2024
New research shows the promise of diabetes tech during pregnancy! Stefani Guerra and I discuss a study showing accuracy of the Dexcom G6 and G7 sensors and the efficacy of automated insulin delivery systems during pregnancy.
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Monday Jan 15, 2024
Dexcom’s New 15-Day CGM & G7 Connectivity Updates
Monday Jan 15, 2024
Monday Jan 15, 2024
I spoke with Dexcom about its latest cgm called Stelo designed for people with type 2 diabetes. I also got more information on Dexcom G7 direct to watch and connectivity.
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Monday Jan 08, 2024
Every Insulin Pump Compared - Choosing the Right One For You
Monday Jan 08, 2024
Monday Jan 08, 2024
This episode walks through all of the automated insulin pumps currently available in the U.S - the iLet from Beta Bionics, Omnipod, Tandem's tslim X2 and Mobi, and the Medtronic 780g. We cover algorithm and setup, water resistance, cgm support, which is best for who, and how cost and warranties work.
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Monday Dec 18, 2023
Tandem’s Future Tubeless Pump, Mobi & Dexcom G7 Support
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Monday Dec 18, 2023
I speak with Liz Gasser, Tandem's EVP and Chief Strategy Officer, about Dexcom G7 support, Mobi's launch and functionality, and Tandem's upcoming tubeless pump called Sigi. Let us know what you're most excited about in the comments!
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Monday Dec 11, 2023
The Future of Insulin: Innovations Now & Where it’s Headed
Monday Dec 11, 2023
Monday Dec 11, 2023
From inhaled insulin to an oral smart insulin pill the future of insulin innovation is bright! David Ahn and I discuss the history of insulin, why it is slower than insulin produced from the pancreas and the standings of insulin research in the works, such as once-a-week long-acting insulin injections.
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Monday Dec 04, 2023
Carb Counting Tech Hacks & Advanced Strategies
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Monday Dec 04, 2023
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.
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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 also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.
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Monday Nov 27, 2023
iAPS: A User’s Experience with DIY Automated Insulin Delivery
Monday Nov 27, 2023
Monday Nov 27, 2023
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.
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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 also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.
DISCLAIMER: This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health care treatment. iAPS is experimental and not approved by the FDA or regulatory authorities. You take full responsibility for building and using iAPS and you do so at your own risk.

Monday Nov 20, 2023
iAPS: The Future of Automated Insulin Delivery
Monday Nov 20, 2023
Monday Nov 20, 2023
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.
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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 also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.
This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health care treatment.
iAPS is experimental and not approved by the FDA or regulatory authorities. You take full responsibility for building and using iAPS and you do so at your own risk.

Monday Nov 13, 2023
Hollywood Actor With T1D - Derek Theler Shares His Story
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
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.
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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 also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.
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Monday Nov 06, 2023
My Cancer Story and How it Prepared me for T1D
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
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.
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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 also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.
This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health care treatment.

Monday Oct 30, 2023
Gluroo - The Diabetes Messaging App
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
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.
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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 also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.
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Monday Oct 23, 2023
Balancing Life with T1D - Talking the Ups and Downs with Jenna
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
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.
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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 also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.
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Monday Oct 16, 2023
Which Infusion Set is Right For You?
Monday Oct 16, 2023
Monday Oct 16, 2023
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.
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Gary’s Practice
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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 also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.
DISCLAIMER: This podcast should NOT be considered medical advice and is for educational purposes only. Always consult with your doctor before making changes to health care treatment.

Monday Oct 09, 2023
Omnipod 5 & DIY Loop - Comparing the Algorithms
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
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.
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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 also find full safety information, and free trial terms and conditions at Omnipod.com/Diabetech. The Pod has an IP28 rating for up to 25 feet for 60 minutes. The Controller is not waterproof.
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More about Justin
Justin was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in May 2021 thanks to the diabetes community on Tik Tok.
Originally, misdiagnosed with type 2 diabetes, Justin posted videos on Tik Tok of his symptoms and what his doctor had him doing at the time - testing blood sugar, taking long acting insulin - when the diabetes community found his videos, they blew up and they told him he had type 1, needed and Endocrinologist, a cgm and a pump. They got him the help he needed and I owes them his life.