No nagging and no lecturing! Just good information about what's new for people with type 2 diabetes. A lot has changed; there are new tools and even new ways of thinking about diabetes. We're sharing quick facts and bringing you interviews with tech companies, advocates, and fascinating people living with type 2. Host Stacey Simms has been called “A diabetes podcast pioneer” by Healthline. You’ll get actionable info that will help you thrive!
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The T1D news show you've been waiting for! Long-time broadcaster, blogger and diabetes mom Stacey Simms interviews prominent advocates, authors and speakers. Stacey asks hard questions of healthcare companies and tech developers and brings on "everyday' people living with type 1. Great for parents of T1D kids, adults with type 1 and anyone who loves a person with diabetes.
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Join Stacey & Slade for an honest and entertaining look at the world of couples golf! They're here to help you navigate the unique dynamics of couples golf, so you can enhance your game and relationship both on and off the course. Tune in to discover how you can fall in love with this incredible game and strengthen your bond as a couple. Let Stacey and Slade guide you to more enjoyable rounds and unforgettable moments on the fairways.
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Fine Beats & Cheeses with Leslie & Lynne celebrates cheesy pop culture.
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Casual conversations with purpose featuring interesting, inspiring, and innovative people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and industries. Everyone has a story to share, and every story is worth sharing. There's no pressure, we're just talking.
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Welcome to Thriving in the Midst of Chaos! This show is about surviving parenthood while having a child with special needs, while attempting to keep your self and your sanity intact. We share our experiences and discuss how we survived, what worked for us, and what didn’t work for us. This is a nonjudgmental space, to realize that we all actually WILL live through this and to make thriving in parenthood an actual possibility. We will also be sharing fails, nails, and comical tales, as well a ...
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Hunger Games with Caroline Kuhlman ONeill
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Teacher extraordinaire Caroline Kuhlman ONeill shares her insights on the Hunger Games and how she uses it with her students. A wide ranging discussion on writing, society, education, and an author's relationship with their fans...By Leslie Gray Streeter & Lynne Streeter Childress
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Why Medtronic and Abbott are teaming up - and what it means for you
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Medtronic and Abbott are joining forces – and we have questions. The announcement that Abbott will create a new CGM, based on the Freestyle Libre, exclusively for Medtronic comes just as Medtronic gets FDA approval for it’s newest sensor. So why the team up? Why now? And what will all this look like for the person using these systems? We’re talking…
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What playing "just for fun" REALLY means, and Stacey shops for the right ball
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This week on "Sticks Together," we explore the dynamic of having fun versus being competitive in golf. Is playing golf with your spouse is more about enjoyment or "earning points" in the relationship? Slade recounts our rare Saturday morning golf outing together, from an exchange with the cart guy, who mentions Slade earning "brownie points" for pl…
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Christine Van Bloem joins us this week in a wide-ranging conversation about "junk" food, comfort food, and healthy food. Who knew you could love all of these! Christine Van Bloem is the founder of The Empty Nest Kitchen, teaching live, online cooking classes to empty nesters re-learning how to cook for one or two, while finding the fun in the kitch…
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Kicking down barriers: Chris Bright is inspiring the next generation of athletes with T1D
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It’s hard to believe that a generation ago, doctors were still telling newly diagnosed people that they shouldn’t play sports with type 1 diabetes. My guest – Chris Bright – is not just an example of how wrong that thinking was and is.. he’s actively now helping others pursue their dreams with T1D. Chris was diagnosed as a child back in 1999 and is…
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In the News... weekly basal + semaglutide, liver targeted insulin, Lance Bass educates about LADA, and more!
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It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A weekly basal plus semaglutide is in the works, but not for the US right now, Tandem updates it's app recall, liver targeted insulin study, a weird walking story, and Lance Bass educates about LADA. Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please vi…
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In the News... weekly basal + semaglutide, liver targeted insulin, Lance Bass educates about LADA, and more!
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It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A weekly basal plus semaglutide is in the works, but not for the US right now, Tandem updates it's app recall, liver targeted insulin study, a weird walking story, and Lance Bass educates about LADA. Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please vi…
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Who was that? Author and animal advocate Carmen Leal joins us for a deep dive into the world of The Masked Singer!By Leslie Gray Streeter & Lynne Streeter Childress
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“It connects me with joy” - Meet storm chaser Jen Walton
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This week, when it’s stormy out – most of us head inside. But there are those who just can’t wait for big storms and extreme weather so they can head out to track and learn from it. Jen Walton is a storm chaser and photographer who lives with type 1. We’ll talk about how her diagnosis as an adult helped kick off her long-delayed dream to chase, how…
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How we started playing, and we're BEGGING you - use the correct tee box!
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This week on Sticks Together, we share advice for those new to the sport, especially women paired with men for the first time. We discuss the increasing popularity of women's and couples golf, driven by healthier aging and a greater appreciation for outdoor activities. Societal attitudes towards women in golf have evolved. Historically, women enter…
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Unsolicited advice, a fashion faux pas, and our take on Reynolds Lake Oconee
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This week on Sticks Together, we dive into the intricacies of managing unsolicited advice on the golf course, our memorable trip to Reynolds Lake Oconee, and, of course, a few fashion tips from Slade. It's our pilot episode, and we're excited to embark on this journey. The unique aspect of our relationship is playing golf together as a couple. It's…
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Rewind Episode: Bubblegum Pop with Jill Earl
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Get your dancing shoes and go with us back to July of 2023, where we talked to the delightful Jill Earl, who shares her love for Bubblegum Pop, the genre of catchy songs aimed at kids and teens, especially in the late 1960's and early 1970's. This was SUCH a fun convo, where we talk about the need for frothy fun songs in the middle of not-so-fun ti…
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Join show favorite Judd Winick, comic artist extraordinaire, as we discuss the definitive Star Trek fan movie, Galaxy Quest! JUDD WINICK is a cartoonist and creator of the award-winning, New York Times bestselling Hilo series. Judd grew up on Long Island with a healthy diet of doodling, X-Men comics, the newspaper strip Bloom County, and Looney Tun…
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Preventing kidney complications: Information over fear
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Talking about any possible complications from diabetes can be scary – and most of us only think of kidney issues in the worst possible way: transplant and dialysis. But there’s a lot you can do to stay healthy and there’s news from just this summer about how new medications are making a big difference to reduce your risk. My guests this week are Dr…
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Special guest Daarina Jefferson stopped by to discuss Reality TV, especially the Real World! Daarina Jefferson is a mompreneur, wife, podcaster, aspiring motivational speaker, and now fashion designer. Her podcast, "Nina: I Am NOT My Illness" is an inspiring podcast about living with mental health issues. You can find it on Spotify, and you can fin…
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The journey to diabetes independence: when T1D parenting becomes “Customer Support”
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I spent a lot of this summer at diabetes conferences and the top question I got from parents was: how did we make Benny so independent with his T1D? But there are some things I’ve learned that may make it easier for you. I’ll explain my parenting pivot to Customer Support with the release of this excerpt from "Still the World's Worst Diabetes Mom" …
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Golfing together has taken us on amazing adventures, boosted our social life, and given us countless hours of fun and connection. We want to help you navigate the unique dynamics of couples golf so you can have as much fun as we do. Join us for Sticks Together, the podcast that's all about enjoying golf as a couple. Let's hit the course, make some …
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Winning at the Olympics with T1D: Gold Medalist Gary Hall, Jr
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When Gary Hall Jr was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes in 1999 his doctors told him to give up competitive swiming and drop out of the 2000 Olympics. Instead, he charged ahead and became the first person with T1D to take home an Olympic Gold Medal. Hall won Gold in Sydney in 2000 and again in Athens in 2004, adding to the medals he’d won in 1996 befo…
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Join guest host Nikki Lewis and special guest Stacey Simms in a spirited discussion of Game of Thrones! As always, spoiler alerts... for a 13 year old show! Stacey Simms is the host of the long-running and award-winning podcast Diabetes Connections and the author of “The World's Worst Diabetes Mom” book series. In November 2023 she launched a secon…
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Fast-tracking progress on a T1D treatment: All about Diamyd Medical
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We're hearing more and more about prevention of type 1 diabetes. There’s some big news on that front – just last week Diamyd Medical got fast track designation for it’s medication to stave off T1D for people who carry a particular gene – a gene that about 40-percent of people with type 1 have. Diamyd is recruiting for some big clinical trials – we’…
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Rewind Episode: Cocktail the Movie with Dennis Camlek
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Aruba, Jamaica, Ooh we wanna take ya to June 2023, when we talked about the classic Tom Cruise throwing-around-bottles-of alcohol-to-music film, 1988's "Cocktail"! Our guest is the wonderful Dennis Camlek, who is a marketing professional with over thirty years of client and agency experience in the media and entertainment industry. Also, Dennis and…
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In the News...Does insulin use differ by gender? Diabetes & Covid update, fully implantable CGM studied, and more!
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It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A new study looks at insulin needs in men vs women, updates on stem cell transplants and a new look at COVID 19 and T1D plus a fully implantable CGM is announced. We'll also tell you about a T1D athlete drafted to the MLB. Lots more in this week…
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In the News...Does insulin use differ by gender? T1D & Covid update, fully implantable CGM studied, and more!
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It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A new study looks at insulin needs in men vs women, updates on stem cell transplants and a new look at COVID 19 and T1D plus a fully implantable CGM is announced. We'll also tell you about a T1D athlete drafted to the MLB. Lots more in this week…
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Do you yell at us through your speakers? Long time friend of the Podcast, Glenda, gets to do just that in person... About Glenda: Younger of 2 siblings, Watches wayyy too much TV. Been on various choirs since a child. Graduate of Baltimore City College. Towson STATE University, Mass Communications. Worked in TV Production since 1992. Still single, …
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Navigating the insurance maze with T1D - consultant (and D-Mom) Emily Adams
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This week, I think it’s fair to say that we all struggle with insurance issues. Diabetes – or any chronic condition – increases the hoops we jump through, the expense and the stress. I’m talking to Emily Adams an employee benefits consultant to get some advice about how to navigate. Emily thought she knew the system pretty well, but then her daught…
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Rewind Episode: Looney Tunes with Rob Harvilla
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Travel with us back to June 2023 as we talk all things Looney Tunes with the fantastic Rob Harvilla, host of 60 Songs That Explain the 90s, a really wonderful look at the songs that informed our lives (Leslie has been a guest 4 times, and you can find it all on Spotify). This conversation was a BLAST and you will love it. You can find Rob on Twitte…
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What is EPI? The link to diabetes (and whether you're at risk)
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DIY Pioneer Dana Lewis was diagnosed with something called EPI – exocrine pancreatic insufficiency a couple of years ago. She’d never heard of it and was shocked to find out diabetes is considered a common co-condition. In fact, 20-30 percent of people with diabetes can end up with EPI. EPI can cause a lot of discomfort and stomach issues – and hea…
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Scream with Amy DePaola and Dan Schwartz
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Do you like scary movies? Today, we talk classic horror movie juggernaut, "Scream", with our guests Amy and Dan, who host a WONDERFUL podcast about teen movies called "Save the Last Pod". This was a REEEEEEALLLLY fun one and we hope you love it, even if your answer to the above question is "no". Amy DePaola is a comedy and dramedy director and writ…
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My son was diagnosed with T1D at age two. How was his first year away at college?
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When my son was diagnosed with type 1 more than 17 years ago, the day he’d leave home seemed very far away, but also something we knew we needed to plan for. Well, Benny finished his Freshman year of college – he goes to school 300 miles away – and he’s here to talk about it. We answer your questions about how it went, how he managed, how I managed…
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In the News... Generic GLP-1, All-in-one sensor and infusion set, 365-day CGM and more!
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It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The Eversense CGM could soon be approved for one year of continuous use, the first generic GLP-1 medication is launched, a new company tauts and all-in-one sensor and pump infusion set, a new diabetes accessory in the Roblox game, and more! Find…
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In the News... Generic GLP-1, All-in-one sensor and infusion set, 365-day CGM, T1D & Roblox and more!
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It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: The Eversense CGM could soon be approved for one year of continuous use, the first generic GLP-1 medication is launched, a new company tauts and all-in-one sensor and pump infusion set, a new diabetes accessory in the Roblox game, and more! Find…
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Touched By An Angel with Willie Washington
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Jump in a vintage convertible with some heavenly creatures and join us as we talk about wonderful classic Sunday-night TV show "Touched By An Angel", with our guest Willie Washington. This was an uplifting, positive conversation and I hope you love it. Also, Della Reese was a daggone gift to the world. Willie's bio: Hi. My name is Willie. I’m a mil…
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Dexcom updates from ADA 2024 with CEO Kevin Sayer
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Stacey sits down with Dexcom’s CEO for an in-person interview at ADA Scientific Sessions. Dexcom made a little bit of news at the conference, but it’s a less-trumpeted replacement policy that had you all asking a lot of questions. We’ll go through the latest news, updates, sensor issues, and a peek into the future with Dexcom’s CEO Kevin Sayer. Thi…
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What to do when you can't fill your Ozempic or Mounjaro prescription - Advice from an endocrinologist
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Medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro have fundamentally changed the way diabetes is treated. But even if your doctor writes the prescription and your insurance company covers it, getting your hands on the medication is getting harder and harder. We’re talking about what to do if you’re having trouble here – tips if you have to start and stop – and…
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Call Gavin DeGraw, meet us at the basketball court and bring your drama as we talk classic 2000s series, "One Tree Hill" with our guest, Dr. Jessica Rabon. I (Lynne) completely missed this show 20 years ago so I am newly obsessed. Oh my goodness this was a fun conversation!! Also, we have a bonus conversation about our fave TV theme songs on our Pa…
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What is EPI? DIY diabetes pioneer Dana Lewis wants you to know your risk
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DIY Pioneer Dana Lewis was diagnosed with something called EPI – exocrine pancreatic insufficiency a couple of years ago. She’d never heard of it and was shocked to find out diabetes is considered a common co-condition. In fact, 20-30 percent of people with diabetes can end up with EPI. EPI can cause a lot of discomfort and stomach issues – and hea…
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Rewind Episode: The Smashing Pumpkins' "Siamese Dream" with Alex Steed
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We are pleased as punch to welcome Alex Steed of the wonderful "You Are Good", a feelings podcast about movies that he hosts with the fabulous Sarah Marshall. Today, we talk about "Siamese Dream", the 1993 album by The Smashing Pumpkins. Gosh, this was a wonderful conversation. There is a little bit of weird audio stuff in this episode but it passe…
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