Diagnosed at Disney World: The Magic of Community
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
Release Date: 07/16/2019
RV Life with T1D: Chris & Amanda on Full-Time Family Travel
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
This week on Diabetes Connections, a look into the RV Life... with type 1. I’m talking to Chris and Amanda Stocker – Chris lives with T1D as does one of two children – and they’ve been living the RV Life since 2021. If you’ve ever thought about living full time in an RV… with diabetes.. we are answering all those questions. What does it look like? How do you visit the doctor? Where do you store everything? And why do they love it. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Learn more Join us...
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T1D, Connection, and People Magazine: Elise & Zach share their story
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
A story from People Magazine was all over my feed in February.. you may have seen the headline: "Young Couple with Diabetes Meet Online from 3,000 Miles Away." It’s a very cute story, but it speaks to the larger diabetes community – issues of connection, positive depictions of T1D in media, and the idea that googling diabetes doesn’t have to bring up depressing or outdated medical advice. I’m talking to Elise and Zach about the rest of their story. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. More about ...
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In the News... New research in T1D prevention, fast-acting biosimilar insulin approved, Lilly lowers Zepbound price, and more!
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: New drug is looked at for T1D prevention, a new stem cell method is tested for beta cell transplanation without immunosuppresion drugs, the FDA okays the first fast-acting biosimilar insulin, Lilly lowers price of Zepbound, and more! Find out more about Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about from extreme temperatures Learn more about Drive The best way to keep up with Stacey and...
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“Above the Bias” - How Diabetes Stigma Hurts Health & What We Can Do
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
This week on Diabetes Connections, an episode we want you to share with family and friends who don't have any kind of diabetes. We all know that bias and stereotypes about diabetes can be bad for your health. Diabetes stigma is an ongoing issue.. and a new survey and campaign looks to spotlight just how it impacts health. I’m talking about Abbott’s recent Above the Bias campaign… with a diabetes clinical psychologist.. what needs to change how can we make things better Here's the More about This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions,...
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Bonus Episode: AMA Panel with Kerri Sparling & Kenny Rodenheiser – Honest, Smart & Funny Conversations About Life with T1D
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
It’s a bonus episode of Diabetes Connections! We’ve got an Ask Me Anything panel with two incredible advocates. Kerri Sparling and Kenny Rodenheiser talk about everything from independence, to their support systems, communication around type 1, mental health, burnout and more. It’s smart and honest and funny – and even after 18 years of parenting a child with type 1 – I find these talks incredible helpful. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Learn Join us at Please visit...
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Diabetes Camp in 2025: What Parents Need to Know
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
Let’s talk about camp! It’s February but signups for most diabetes summer camps are open now and I know parents have a lot of questions. I’m talking with two camp directors, both with the American Diabetes Association, about keeping up with technology changes, misconceptions around diabetes camp, the top questions they get from parents, and lots more. My guests this week are Emily Madison and Monica Montgomery, both camp directors for the ADA. This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care provider. Our Other Join...
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Diabetes Tech Hype vs. Reality: A Candid Talk with David Kliff
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
When we hear about exciting diabetes tech and groundbreaking advances, it’s easy to get caught up in the hype. But what’s really coming, and what’s just wishful thinking? This week, we’re talking to David Kliff, publisher of Diabetic Investor and host of The Wacky World of Diabetes podcast. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as an adult in 1996, David has spent decades analyzing the business of diabetes, consulting with top industry players, and contributing to outlets like Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. Known for his sharp analysis—and sometimes brutal honesty—David shares...
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In the News... FDA warns about smartphone medical alerts, new tubeless pumps in the works, T1D at the Super Bowl... and more!
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
It's In the News.. a look at the top headlines and stories in the diabetes community. This week's top stories: the FDA has a warning about smart phones and medical alerts, a few companies turn their attention to patch pumps, a new study looks at costs/benefits of CGM vs Fingerstick during pregnancy, T1D in the Super Bowl.. and more! Find out more about Please visit our Sponsors & Partners - they help make the show possible! Learn more about from extreme temperatures Learn more about Drive The best way to keep up with Stacey and the show is by...
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The Power of Giving: Can Helping Others Improve YOUR Diabetes Health?
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
This week on Diabetes Connections, we’re exploring a groundbreaking approach to diabetes care that’s not just about providing treatment—but also about understanding the impact of giving. Unbound is leading a unique study to see if generosity and connection can improve health outcomes for both the donor and the recipient. I’m talking to Dan Pearson, Chief International Program Officer, about the study, who they’re looking for, and what they hope to learn Learn This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions, please contact your health care...
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Type 1 Diabetes and Down Syndrome: Navigating A Double Diagnosis
Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes
This week on Diabetes Connections… people with Down Syndrome are more likely to develop diabetes than the general population. It’s not really known why.. but having that double diagnosis brings unique challenges. I’m talking to Rhonda Gray – her son Trevor was diagnosed at age 8 (2010) and is now in his early 20s. What does T1D management look like with Down syndeom s? What does it mean for independence, holding a job, all the usual concerns. And How did Nick Jonas spark a big change for Trevor? This podcast is not intended as medical advice. If you have those kinds of questions,...
info_outlineIt was supposed to be a vacation at the happiest place on earth, instead their daughter was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at Disney world. But that’s when some unexpected good things started happening.
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Jim tells us the story – it was July last year – and explains how Disney and a very cool Disney community - went above and beyond to help this family from Canada when they needed a little magic.
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In our Community Connection, Stacey talks about dropping her son off at a month-long sleep away camp. She shares how she needed a lift and got it from her local D-mom friends.
And Tell Me Something Good! Scholarships for college students with type 1, a big thank you and a mountain milestone.
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Show open: What's on this week?
1:30 Welcome - Stacey talks about the Friends for Life Conferences and announces a limited presale of her book! Find out more here (and use promo code "earlybird" until July 23)
7:10 Interview with Jim about his family's experience when their daughter was diagnosed at Disney World
29:10 Community Connection: Stacey shares her experience dropping Benny off at "regular" sleep-away camp.
35:45 TMSG: Beyond Type 1 / Diabetes Scholars awards over 50 scholarships! Learn more here
A dad thanks the security guard that tracked down a diabetes bag left behind after a school trip.
Follow Project 50 in 50 on their quest to summit the highest spot in all 50 states.
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