In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome ‘Miss Michigan’, Krista Ferguson, a type 1 diabetic who grew up in the pageant world when her world turned upside down at the age of 22. Krista is an inspiring young lady and quite the role model for the diabetes community. Listen to this episode to hear a fun conversation between S…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome the amazing Donna to share her life-changing and motivating story. Donna, an individual living with type 2 diabetes, shares her significant weight loss journey, the motivation behind it, and her outlook on life. She might even share about the power of reiki. Tune in to hear tips on …

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) chat it up with Canadian YouTube star, ‘Sadie Aldis’ as she shares her life with type 1 diabetes and being in the public eye. Sadie grew up dancing and got diagnosed at a young age, leaving her to figure out a new life with a 24/7 disease. Sami and Sadie discuss what school is like as a tee…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) chat it up about the unhealthy, accessible, fast food options that surround individuals living in the United States. I mean come on a Mcdonald's on the corner of every street? Finding ‘Sugar Swaps’ can actually be easier than we anticipate. While fast food is typically unhealthy, Sami and D…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome Jenna, also known as ‘Type One Vibes’ on Instagram, an Australian artist and bright light! Dobie and Sami chat with Jenna about what dealing with diabetes in a small town in Australia is like, how she got started with her artwork business, and the inspiration behind her diabetes art…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) play a fun game where one of them describes a celebrity with diabetes, and the other one guesses who it is. You might even learn Sami didn’t know who invented electricity, and Dobie didn’t know some well-known actors... Questionable right? Well tune in to hear about the celebrities who deal…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome Mark Heyman, a diabetes psychologist and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Mark shares valuable information about how a child with diabetes affects marriage, and how one significant other living with diabetes also affects the marriage. Sami talks about the significan…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome ‘Joey Wescott - A Soccer Star’ from the LA area in California! Living with diabetes is already difficult, but now living with diabetes in college is another ball game. The two talked to Joey about different college scenarios including playing soccer and how she managed to be away fr…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) discuss what ‘The Honeymoon Phase’ is and define what this means for those living with type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. No, we do not mean the romantic honeymoon phase, we mean the diabetes honeymoon phase. Even those with type 2 diabetes have their version of a honeymoon phase, but you…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome Rob Howe, entrepreneur, and owner of the company, ‘Diabetics Doing Things’. Rob was diagnosed right after his teenage years and had to learn to revamp his life and professional basketball career, and decide what his mission was going to be in life. We had a fun little discussion abo…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) bring it back to defining some more ‘Diabetes Jargon - Part 2’ since you all loved the first episode of ‘Diabetes Jargon’ so much! In this one, Sami defines some terms such as: unicorn, naked shower, diabadass, salty sugars, diabaddie, and more... Dobie is a diabaddie himself in case you ar…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome back ‘Irish Insuleoin’ to the podcast to chat about diabetes burnout, how to cope with it, and some ways to prevent it. I mean don’t we all need some ‘naked days’ and yes you need to listen to hear what this means. We are not defining it here... Eoin also touches base on motivation …

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome Valerie Cantella, an author and recovering perfectionist to discuss her diagnosis story, but most importantly how she deals with perfectionism and finding a good balance. Valerie is a real mother dealing with real problems, yet has found a way to manage her stress alongside diabetes…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome Dr.Sandra Sobel, an endocrinologist to discuss ‘Diabetes Complications’ and how to approach this sensitive, yet serious topic. Dr. Sandra dives into the different diabetes complications that can occur and discusses how to prevent these. Dr. Sandra provides an insightful and optimist…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome ‘Mary Anderson’, a third-grade teacher and diabetes advocate located in the Virginia area. In this episode, Mary sheds some light on her diagnosis story and how she manages a classroom full of 8 and 9 year old children. I mean come on she already has to babysit her blood sugars a…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) confidently discuss ‘Body Positivity’ that should be associated in living with diabetes. Things like weight gain, insulin resistance, awkward site locations, public injections, and insecurities are gently but optimistically pointed out to build community and confidence in the diabetes world…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome ‘Irish Insuleoin’ to the podcast to chat about the best advice for those newly diagnosed and for those who have been living with diabetes for a surplus of years. Eoin explains some alternative physical exercises, how to stay accountable, and how to not be too hard on yourself. Eoin …

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) discuss what the ‘Dawn Phenomenon’ is and how to navigate dealing with higher blood sugars in the early morning hours. I mean aren’t we all allergic to mornings at some point in our life? Dobie mentions how diabetes heightens the morning allergy, and Sami describes the physiology and provid…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome ‘Adam Lasher - Type American Idol’, an entertainer living with type 1 diabetes since a young age. Adam shares his outlook on growing up with diabetes and discusses his music career (some may even have watched him on American Idol). The ups and downs of his music career are only surp…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome ‘Tom Allison - Type 1 Tom’ a diabetes coach from across the pond in the United Kingdom. Tom is a diabetes advocate and coach who helps individuals tackle their diabetes and not let diabetes tackle them. Tom shares his diagnosis story, and we think he might have the record for the…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) chat it up with ‘Christel Oerum - Diabetes Strong’, an active and educative Danish gal who just recently moved from Santa Monica, California to Miami Beach, Florida. Christel has dealt with type 1 diabetes on a day to day basis since her 20s, and had to learn how to manage her active lif…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome get to work and chat about ‘Diabetes In the Workforce’! Dealing with diabetes is already a job in itself, and now add a good ole full time job on top of that. Your brain probably hurts just thinking about it. Dobie discusses what living with diabetes is like in the entertainment wor…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome ‘Dex Geralds’, a Los Angeles based personal trainer who has dealt with type 2 diabetes for a while now. Interestingly enough, Dex always ate a healthy diet and was active when he played college football. A healthy guy diagnosed with type 2 diabetes? I’m sure you're thinking that can…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) get the opportunity to chat and learn from the amazing Dr. Carla Greenbaum who sheds light on risk screening for type 1 diabetes. In her work at TrialNet, research is conducted to slow or stop the development of type 1 diabetes in family members of diabetics. TrialNet is an international…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome ‘Dr. Domenica Rubino’, an endocrinologist, to discuss everything about diabetes from a medical professional perspective. We discuss weight loss, diabetes complications, treatments, and the vicious cycle of insulin resistance. Listen to be engaged, entertained, and educated on how…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) discuss the many clues that help spot or find someone living with diabetes. These clues range from leaving test strips around the house to the smell of insulin nearby. 1 You will need to tune in to learn more of the many clues to see “Where’s Waldo The Diabetic?” Some may say Dobie is Wa…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome ‘Zack Lucks’ to discuss, deliberate, and dive into the best known treatment for type 2 diabetics, exercise. Zack holds the title of Medfit Network Professional of the Year 2021 and Diabetes Exercise Specialist with the Medfit Education Foundation. Zack discusses different types o…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) discuss how the two use ‘Diastrong All Day Long’ to better manage their diabetes. Diastrong is an affordable and accessible telehealth platform that provides diabetes healthcare professionals to help improve one’s diabetes management. Listen to Sami and Dobie to hear the practical and in…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) go around the world to Sweden where they discuss type 1 diabetes, ‘T1D + Celiac with Sara Moback’. Sara shares her diagnosis story and dives into her struggle with an eating disorder and perfectionism when it came to her blood glucose levels. Sara’s story is compelling, educational and i…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) discuss some vital tips and tricks while shopping at the grocery store. While for Sami it might be a dream, for Dobie it’s his worst nightmare. Figuring out how to stay away from the bagged foods, and devil’s foods can be a tough challenge, but Sami and Dobie provide some useful and prac…

In this week’s episode, co-hosts Sami & Dobie go across the globe to meet with Kalex, a type 1 diabetic from London, UK. Kalex sheds some light on what life is like dealing with diabetes in London and the healthcare system there. Diagnosed in his mid twenties, Kalex had to shift his lifestyle and relationships to ones that encourage the prioritizat…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) continue their ‘spirited’ (pun intended) discussion about ‘Alcohol and Diabetes - Part 2’, except this time, Sami and Dobie discuss the physiology behind alcohol and HOW it affects blood glucose levels. Sami jumps right into sharing the metabolic rate alcohol is absorbed, and points out som…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) talk about an unspoken and taboo topic, ‘Alcohol and Diabetes - Part 1’. Dobie shares his story as to why he doesn’t drink alcohol and never has, while Sami is the typical young adult in the world learning the ways of drinking with diabetes. Sami shares some lighthearted, yet insightful sto…

In this episode co-hosts Sami and Dobie join ‘The Diabetic Therapist’ Allison Nimlos, to help shed some light on the significance of diabetes and mental health. Allison expresses the benefits of therapy and understanding all the psychological factors that play a role in dealing with diabetes. This wonder woman shares her diagnosis story, how she en…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) welcome Sami’s mom, ‘Sherry Parker’ as the special podcast guest in honor of Mother’s Day. Dealing with diabetes is one thing, but watching your child or loved one deal with diabetes is a whole other ball game when you can’t cure it for them. Sherry Parker provides some great insight on how…

In this inventive episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) introduce the newest term for emotionally triggered high blood sugars, known as ‘Salty Sugars’. Have you ever been frustrated, angry, sad, anxious, excited, stressed, or emotional and stuck with high blood sugars? Well Sami and Dobie have, and it is NOT fun. Sami dives in a little…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami and Dobie welcome a ‘Diabetes Dynasty’ where a mother (Michelle), father (Tyler), and 3 year old little girl (Emma) all deal with type 1 diabetes. Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) discuss their diagnosis stories and the domino effect each had. Michelle and Tyler share the pros and cons of each family member dealing…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) discuss ‘Tech and Med Innovations’ from the start of the time to today. It’s everything you ever wanted to know about diabetes innovations, but are too afraid to ask. I guess now you’ll finally know which ‘Sir’ created the first human insulin, but you’ll have to listen to find out his entir…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (Type 1) and Dobie (Type 2) welcome Olympic trampoline gymnast ‘Charlotte Drury’! What’s a trampoline gymnast? Charlotte explains in detail and tells how much fun she has doing it, along with her compelling diagnosis story. She was only just recently diagnosed with Type 1, and candidly opens up about how it affected h…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) jump ‘Back to Basics’ as they discuss diabetes fundamentals, physiology and treatments pertaining to each type. Sami thoroughly explains all things type 1 diabetes related and Dobie explains all things type 2 diabetes related. I mean it’s probably best we all know the difference between the…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) have the pleasure of welcoming ‘Skeleton Olympian - Anna Fernstaedt’ to discuss her recent diagnosis story and journey skeleton racing in the Olympics. Anna lives in the Czech Republic, much cooler than where Sami and Dobie are from. Sami and Dobie are shocked as they hear about her recent …

In this episode, co-hosts Sami and Dobie come together to put an end to the correlation between embarrassment and diabetes and discuss ‘How to Act Like A Diabadass’. What’s so embarrassing about wanting to stay alive? Nothing. That’s our point. When you hear the statistics Sami and Dobie share about the number of type 1 diabetics, type 2 diabetics,…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) are elated to welcome Robby Barbaro, co-founder and author of a New York Times best selling book, Mastering Diabetes. Robby shared his diagnosis story, journey growing up with type 1 diabetes, and how he came to the plant based revelation he adopts today. Dobie eating only fruits and vegeta…

In this spicy episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) give you the inside scoop on their most memorable (good and bad) stories in dating with diabetes. Bad date stories are always funny when it is someone else, and trust us, these two have quite the stories for you. I mean Dobie getting humiliated in front of 40,000 people with a bombshe…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami and Dobie travel across the globe (not physically) and welcome the talented and inspiring gal, Nina Ghelbke (AKA @naturally_nina_) to discuss relevant topics about dealing with diabetes in Australia. As Sami (type 1) fangirls over Miss Nina, you will get to learn why Nina went plant based, her current career, experien…

TRIGGER WARNING: ***MENTAL HEALTH TOPICS WILL BE DISCUSSED IN GRAPHIC DETAIL. IF YOU FEEL UNCOMFORTABLE OR THIS MIGHT BE TRIGGERING, GO TO THE 20 MIN MARK TO LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE’S LIGHT-HEARTED SEGMENT.*** In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami (type 1) and Dobie (type 2) discuss ‘Diabetes & Mental Health’ from first-hand experiences in living with t…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami and Dobie welcome the amazing guest Billy Gardell to discuss what life is like on the road as a touring comedian with type 2 diabetes. Dobie and Billy have a history way back, but you’ll have to listen to hear what the title of this episode even means. ‘Pizza or Doughnuts?’ Sami will take a deep dish pizza, while Dobi…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami & Dobie go across the states to Massachusetts where Instagram and Tik Tok influencer, Lauren Quinn (aka @type1_laur) joins the two in discussing her compelling diagnosis story and ‘Lauren’s Lowest of Lows’. While Dobie thinks of the topic with a mature and cognitive approach, Sami and Lauren take it quite literally an…

In today’s episode, co-hosts Sami and Dobie do a special episode between their birthdays called the ‘Big Birthday Blowout’. This is your informal invitation to their cyber party, and all you need to do is bring your ears! Dobie starts out with the angle of enjoying birthday treats in moderation, but Sami spills the beans that she used to enjoy an e…

In this episode, co-hosts Sami and Dobie have a humorous conversation on ‘Diabetes Jargon’ and the meaning behind several terms exclusive to the diabetes community. Sami (type 1) lists out some of these terms as Dobie (type 2) guesses their meaning. These include: diaversary, d-bag, diabuddy, hypo hangover, shooting up, MDI, diabetes burnout; you n…