Best Beta Cells In Diabetes Podcasts (2024)

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The Bolus 2: 180 Decisions 5:48

2M ago5:48

5:48

You know how they say that diabetics make an additional 180 decisions a day because of diabetes? Well, they're wrong. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Things we mention: 180 Decisions A Day by Cynthia D'Angelo New research shows how to keep diabetics safer during sleep (Stanford Medicine)

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The Bolus 1: Gifts for Diabetics 4:51

3M ago4:51

4:51

Are you wondering what to buy for someone with diabetes? Well, don't buy any of these. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Things we mention: 18 Thoughtful Gifts for People with Diabetes

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The Bolus: Who is The Diabetes App? 5:22

4M ago5:22

5:22

Turns out The Diabetes App is getting ready to launch an IPO. Do you want to use a for profit diabetes social network? Support Beta Cell on Patreon.

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The Bolus: Letter of Resignation from Beyond Type 1 Leadership Council 1:07

4M ago1:07

1:07

Beyond Type 1 has made it clear that it's no longer on the side of people living with type 1 diabetes. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. More on Beyond Type 1 (in chronological order): Sierra Sandison’s resignation from the Beyond Type 1 Leadership Council Craig’s letter of resignation from Beyond Type 1 Leadership Council Craig and Hannah discuss Beyo…

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The Bolus: Sam Talbot and the Curious Case of the Donut Butt Plug 6:16

4M ago6:16

6:16

Sam Talbot's fall from grace opened up a Pandora's box of hidden payments by pharma to Beyond Type 1. Support Beta Cell on Patreon..More on Beyond Type 1 (in chronological order): Sierra Sandison’s resignation from the Beyond Type 1 Leadership Council Craig’s letter of resignation from Beyond Type 1 Leadership Council Craig and Hannah discuss Beyon…

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The Bolus Trailer 5:00

4M ago5:00

5:00

A little shot of sanity in an increasingly crazy diabetes community. The Bolus takes a thoughtful and measure approach to some of the most pressing, and least pressing, stories about diabetes. Support Beta Cell on Patreon.

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38: Diabetes in Gaza 25:26

6M ago25:26

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What would you do if there was no insulin left? Follow us on Instagram.Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Support us on Patreon. Things we mention: Send diabetes supplies to children in Gaza: aid@betacellfoundation.org Beta Cell Foundation Beta Cell Action

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37: The Diabetes Library 32:49

2y ago32:49

32:49

There is so much information about managing diabetes that it's hard to know who to trust. So we try and figure it out. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @betacellpodcast. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Support us by becoming a patron. Things we mention: The Diabulemia Helpline (425-985-3635) Certification Board for Diabetes Care and …

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36: A Very Pharma Christmas 24:22

2y ago24:22

24:22

We unwrap the Oversight Committee's report on how pharmaceutical corporations keep the price of insulin so high. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @betacellpodcast. Support us by becoming a patron. Things we mention: Drug Pricing Investigation Nonprofit financial transparency project How to contact your representatives…

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35: Ain't Got Wings 19:36

2+ y ago19:36

19:36

The untold story of pilots with type 1 diabetes. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @betacellpodcast. Support our work with a tip or on Patreon.

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TTW 15: Leap of Faith

3y ago

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When Aunt Laura was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, she expected the shots and carb counting, but she didn’t expect just how tiring the whole thing would be. We check in with Aunt Laura two years after her diagnosis to see how she’s adapting. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Credit music: “Lean On Me” by Nina Ragonese…

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34: Update on "Broken Vials" 7:58

3y ago7:58

7:58

A short update on Maine bill LD 673, An Act to Create the Insulin Safety Net Program. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @betacellpodcast. Support us with a tip or on Patreon.

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33: Walking on Broken Vials 48:13

3y ago48:13

48:13

100 years after the discovery of insulin, stories of people falling through the gaps in American healthcare. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @betacellpodcast. Leave us a tip. Support our work on Patreon. Things we mention: Alec Smith Insulin Affordability Act Maine Senate Bill 673 Beyond Type 1’s Testimony on LD673 Craig’s Resignation…

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OOR 32: Backstabbed 44:04

3y ago44:04

44:04

Craig and Hannah discuss how Beyond Type 1 accepting money from insulin makers caused him to resign from their Leadership Council. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Things we mention: Craig's Letter of Resignation Sierra Sandison's resignation podcast episode

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OOR 31: Blocked in Montana 31:19

3y ago31:19

31:19

When Hannah tweeted at Montana House Rep. Jessica Karjala (D) about how her insulin co-pay cap bill wouldn’t actually help that many people with diabetes, the debate got a little out of hand. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Things we mention: Read more about co-pay cap laws Hannah’s estimates on people impacted Fair Warning’s article…

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32: Opportunity Disparities 14:41

3y ago14:41

14:41

We talked to Ashley Butler, Ph.D. about her co-authored paper <u>Type 1 Diabetes Self‐Management Behaviors among Emerging Adults: Racial/Ethnic Differences</u>. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @betacellpodcast. Support our work at <u>patreon.com/betacell</u>

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OOR 30: Dexcom Fumbles 27:05

3y ago27:05

27:05

Super Bowl Sunday, the biggest day of the year for football, chicken wings, day drinking, and Dexcom? We break down the pros and cons (but mostly cons) of Dexcom’s first ever Super Bowl ad featuring diabetic heartthrob Nick Jonas. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Things we mention: Hannah's viral insulin inflation rate chart. Esquire, “Nick Jonas'…

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TTW 14: Loosening Up 23:27

3+ y ago23:27

23:27

In this episode, Aunt Laura's new endocrinologist decides to mix things up. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Credit music: “Lean On Me” by Nina Ragonese

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Building Community 5:38

3+ y ago5:38

5:38

Introducing a new kind of type 1 diabetes nonprofit. Find out more at betacellfoundation.org Register here to join our info session on Wednesday, October 14th at 5 pm PT.

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OOR 29: The Million Dollar Question 34:44

3+ y ago34:44

34:44

Craig, Laura, and (introducing) Paul contemplate how much they would sell out for. What's your price? Support Beta Cell on Patreon.

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31: Getting Louder 26:41

3+ y ago26:41

26:41

When Sierra Sandison was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in rural Idaho, she didn’t have anyone to talk to. Now that she does, she’s making sure she’s heard. Read more about Sierra’s decision here. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @betacellpodcast. Support our work at betacellpodcast.com/fanclub.…

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OOR 28: A Bitter Pill 49:12

3+ y ago49:12

49:12

Craig, James, and Laura discuss if type 1 diabetes non-profits should accept sponsorship money from pharmaceutical corporations and the black market of insulin that exists because it costs so much in the U.S. Plus hear James read Sam Talbot's crazy tweets.Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Things that get mentioned: Beyond Type 1's Funding Model Sa…

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30: The Dynamic Duo 34:36

4y ago34:36

34:36

Brec Bassinger (Stargirl) and Cameron Gellman (Hourman) fight together on-screen to save the world on Stargirl and they fight together off-screen against type 1 diabetes. Brec and Cameron talk about what it’s like to work with another person with type 1 diabetes and how their different personalities compliment each other to help them both lead happ…

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29: Two For One 34:43

4y ago34:43

34:43

Keary Cheney was in Uganda with her husband to adopt a boy when she started feeling sick. After flying back to the US and getting diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 26 years old, she got a call that a little girl in need of adoption in Uganda was just diagnosed with type 1 too. Find out more about the The Sonia Nabeta Foundation. Beta Cell is suppor…

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28: Diabetes Under Lockdown 32:32

4y ago32:32

32:32

Sarah Fletcher, who is living abroad in Madrid, Spain, and Apoorva Gomber, the co-founder of Diabetes India Youth in Action who lives in New Delhi, India, talk about what it's like to live with T1D where they are and how they've been affected by the mandatory lockdowns to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Beta Cell is supported by listeners, not corp…

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27: Overcoming Weakness 35:04

4y ago35:04

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In the latest issue of Esquire, Editor-in-Chief Michael Sebastian and Editor-at-Large Dave Holmes discuss being diagnosed with type 1 diabetes as adults and the emotional challenge of feeling like it was a weakness. Stay until the end to hear their reading suggestions for while you're stuck at home. "I Was Afraid to Talk About My Chronic Illness. N…

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26: Chasing Perfect 33:35

4y ago33:35

33:35

Kate Hall holds the high school national record and two NCAA championships in long jump. She talks about being a college athlete, her training for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, and being open about not being a "perfect" diabetic. Stay until the end for her tip on staying fit while stuck at home. Beta Cell is supported by listeners, not corporations. Hel…

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3s 6: Achieving Our Goals 32:05

4y ago32:05

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Roz has been living with type 1 diabetes for over 23 years and has been training as a powerlifter with her coach Steve for the last six. Since that first session together, Steve has learned a lot more about diabetes than just what to do when Roz is low and he uses that knowledge to not only be a better coach for Roz, but to be more empathetic towar…

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OOR 27: Quarantined (And It Feels So Good) 18:58

4y ago18:58

18:58

Our heroes Craig, James, and Laura are quarantined. Is one of them infected? Will their internet connection hold up? What will they talk about? Tune in now to find out! Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Resources: Diabetes Management and Coronavirus: Preparedness Tips 'Everyone With Diabetes' Must Prepare for COVID-19 Centers for Disease Cont…

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TTW 13: Time Flies When You Have Diabetes 14:51

4y ago14:51

14:51

In this episode, we check in with Aunt Laura one year after being diagnosed to see what's changed and what hasn't. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Credit music: “Lean On Me” by Nina Ragonese

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3s 5: Growing Up Normal 32:18

4+ y ago32:18

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Carol had all the responsibilities that a 13 month old brings when her daughter Kristi was diagnosed with type 1. She had to balance the management of Kristi's diabetes with letting her grow up feeling like a normal kid. 26 years after that diagnosis, Kristi interviewed her mom about how type 1 changed her life too. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Cr…

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25: Unthankful 27:00

4+ y ago27:00

27:00

It’s that time of year when we're told to think about the ways we’re thankful for type 1 diabetes. But we all have lots of stories of when we were “unthankful” for it. We asked our listeners to share some of theirs. Support the show by joining the Beta Cell Fan Club! This episode was brought to you by Companion Medical. Music by Purple Glitter…

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OOR 26: Giving A Shit 34:06

4+ y ago34:06

34:06

After a year and a half of recording Out of Range, what have Craig and Laura learned? Support Beta Cell on Patreon. This episode was brought to you by Companion Medical.

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24: Matt Vande Vegte 22:41

4+ y ago22:41

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Matt was on the varsity rowing team at San Diego State University when he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. A year and a half later, his little sister was diagnosed with type 1 as well. Looking to help people with diabetes live healthy lives, Matt and his wife started FTF Warrior, an online health coaching company focused on fitness, nutrition, a…

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23: Jordan Laiche 17:37

4+ y ago17:37

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After he was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, Jordan started playing hockey to force himself to keep his blood sugars controlled. Even though the adrenaline of games made his blood sugars skyrocket, he found that playing was the only time he was able to stop worrying about diabetes. In 2017, Jordan biked across the country with Beyond Type 1's Bike …

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3s 4: The Luxury of Forgetting 27:05

4+ y ago27:05

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Dav met Rachell after she was diagnosed with type 1, so he’s had to play catchup with both learning about what the disease is and how he fits into her life with it. He’s constantly trying to find the balance between letting her manage the disease herself and knowing when she needs his help. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Credit music: "You've Got A …

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OOR 25: Endgame 36:25

4+ y ago36:25

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Craig, James, and Laura wonder how much diabetes is too much diabetes. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. This episode was brought to you by Companion Medical.

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OOR 24: Live from Los Angeles 1:15:54

4+ y ago1:15:54

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Brec Bassinger, Jennifer Stone, and Andrew Slyfox joined Craig and Laura in front of a live audience in Los Angeles along with an opening by Dave Holmes and a musical performance by Nina Ragonese. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. This live show was made possible with the support of Presenting Sponsor Companion Medical along with sponsors MyID, Sugar M…

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TTW 12: The Seven Stages 16:01

4+ y ago16:01

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In this episode, we look back at the first six months after Aunt Laura was diagnosed. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Credit music: “Lean On Me” by Nina Ragonese

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OOR 23: The Shame of Diabetes (Part 1) 31:57

4+ y ago31:57

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Craig and Laura try to figure out why high blood sugars feel like such a failure. Listen to Part 2 on our Patreon! Things that get mentioned: Glycated haemoglobin A1c as a risk factor of cardiovascular outcomes and all-cause mortality in diabetic and non-diabetic populations Hypoglycemia: The neglected complication…

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TTW 11: An Extra Unit 14:24

4+ y ago14:24

14:24

In this episode, Aunt Laura gives an extra unit of insulin for the first time. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Things that get mentioned: Betty Crocker Diabetes Cookbook The Type 1 Diabetes Cookbook The Sweet Life: Diabetes without Boundaries Understanding Food Nutrition Labels Credit music: “Lean On Me” by Nina Ragonese…

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OOR 22: The Little Things (Part 1) 37:11

4+ y ago37:11

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Feeling overwhelmed by type 1 diabetes? Craig and Laura share their tips and tricks for just six easy payments of $99.99! Listen to Part 2 on our Patreon!

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TTW 10: The Joke 13:33

4+ y ago13:33

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In this episode, Aunt Laura hears her first diabetes joke since being diagnosed herself. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Credit music: “Lean On Me” by Nina Ragonese

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OOR 21: Work It (Part 1) 30:55

4+ y ago30:55

30:55

You need to work to pay for insulin, but you need insulin to be able to work. Listen to Part 2 on our Patreon! Things that get mentioned: US Army Soldiers With Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

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22: Abbey Brau 27:37

4+ y ago27:37

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Abbey had been a competitive swimmer in high school, but after she was diagnosed with type 1 at 22 years old, it took a while to relearn how to swim, not to mention live life normally, again. But when the non-profit Beyond Type 1 was putting together a team of 20 people with type 1 diabetes to bike from New York to San Francisco in the summer of 20…

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OOR 20: Take A Hike 50:57

5y ago50:57

50:57

Dave Holmes and James Mansfield stop by the studio to discuss the mental gymnastics of living with type 1 diabetes. Plus Dave tries Afrezza while on the air. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Things that get mentioned: Just Between Us Episode 17 Dave's Beta Cell interview Jerry How to Survive Snake Season, Even if You Get Bitten…

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OOR 19: Relationship Advice 34:36

5y ago34:36

34:36

You had me at A1C. Support Beta Cell on Patreon.

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TTW 9: The A1C 12:09

5y ago12:09

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In this episode, Aunt Laura sees her endocrinologist for the first time since being diagnosed. Support Beta Cell on Patreon. Credit music: “Lean On Me” by Nina Ragonese