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Diabetes Connections | Type 1 Diabetes

Stacey Simms
Type 1 Diabetes
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Diabetes
Dexcom
Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes Management
FDA
Insulin
Diabetes Technology
Medtronic
Automated Insulin Delivery Systems
Dexcom G7
Omnipod
Health Insurance
Insulin Pricing
Ozempic
Omnipod 5
Parenting
Diabetes Stigma
Continuous Glucose Monitors

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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It's In The News - where we bring you the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. This week, Tzield approved down to age one and over, Omnipod trials for fully closed loop, Tandem approved for pregnancy, Eversense 365 launches in Europe, ge... more

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This week on Diabetes Connections.. an update from Tandem Diabetes. Quite a few approvals and advances have already happened for Tandem this year, as the company looks ahead to the launch of their latest product, the Mobi Tubeless, not yet FDA approv... more

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In 2024 Novo Nordisk announced it would discontinue Levimir insulin.. leaving many people scrambling and kind of stunned. There's no other insulin on the market quite like this long-acting – and it turns out the community wasn't letting it go without... more

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I've been talking to the folks at VIVI Cap for a few years now, it's been fun watching their progress. I wanted to catch up and find out more about what they've been up to when it comes to insulin storage – especially as we get closer to the hot summ... more

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Recent Guests

Alison Smart
Founder of the Alliance to Protect Insulin Choice
Alliance to Protect Insulin Choice
Episode: The Fight to Save Levemir: Inside the Grassroots Push to Protect Insulin Choice
Dr. Florence Brown
Co-director at Joslin and BIDMC Diabetes in Pregnancy Program; Assistant Professor
Joslin Diabetes Center, BIDMC, Harvard Medical School
Episode: The Fight to Save Levemir: Inside the Grassroots Push to Protect Insulin Choice
Dr. Amy Valent
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Oregon Health and Science University
Episode: The Fight to Save Levemir: Inside the Grassroots Push to Protect Insulin Choice
Paris Hicks
A person living with Type 1 Diabetes and user of Eversense 365
Senseonics ambassador
Episode: Eversense 365: Pump Integration and Real-Life Use For the One-Year CGM
Brian Hansen
Chief Commercial Officer, Senseonics
Senseonics
Episode: Eversense 365: Pump Integration and Real-Life Use For the One-Year CGM
Raquel Baron
Founder of Type One Together
Type One Together
Episode: More Than Babysitting: The Power of Type One Together with Raquel Baron
Kelly Dawes
Founder/lead of GrownUp T1Ds
GrownUp T1Ds
Episode: Grownup T1Ds: The Missing Support for Adults Living with Diabetes
Dr. Taylor Stephens
Pediatric psychologist specializing in chronic medical conditions
Cleveland Clinic
Episode: Are We Finally Taking Mental Health Seriously in Diabetes Care?
Stephen Marks
Advocate and author/ storyteller in the diabetes space
Diabetes advocacy
Episode: Are We Finally Taking Mental Health Seriously in Diabetes Care?

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Stacey Simms
Host of Diabetes Connections, a broadcaster and diabetes advocate who engages with guests around Type 1 Diabetes topics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 269 ratings
  • Kelly Dawes Grownup T1Ds

    Really appreciate the wide range of topics and perspectives shared on this podcast. Stacey is a fantastic host and the show covers a wide range of topics that are informative and relevant to the diabetes community. Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kd949
    United Statesa month ago
  • This show is a fantastic resource for the diabetes community

    Podcast Addict
    5
    abehrens
    3 months ago
  • Great resource and interviews

    Stacey is a great interviewer and really cares about our community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Myopinionnow1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great interviewer!

    Stacey asks the BEST questions that, as a person with T1D, I would ask!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alisonskis
    United Statesa year ago
  • host is annoying

    the info is okay, but the host is not. i find scott benner’s juicebox podcast mush easier and more fun to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Bictoria Jane
    United Statesa year ago

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Many appreciate the focus on personal stories and advocacy in diabetes care.
Her episode on innovative diabetes topics makes complex subjects accessible.
Overall, the podcast is praised for its informative content and valuable insights into diabetes management.
Some listeners have found the host's style not to their liking and prefer other diabetes-related shows.
Stacey is a great interviewer and really cares about our community.

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BONUS Episode: TempraMed wants to pair smart insulin tracking with temperature protection
Q: How durable is the device and how long does it last in real-world use?
The temperature shield technology can function for decades, with the only limitation being the non-rechargeable battery inside the temperature indicator, which has a shelf life of up to 10 years.
BONUS Episode: TempraMed wants to pair smart insulin tracking with temperature protection
Q: What will people expect out of the Smart version of VIVI Cap?
VIVI Cap Smart adds connectivity to the original device, enabling tracking and recording of every injection, with an automatic counter reset and an alerting app to capture the exact amount injected, reducing the need for manual record-keeping.
More Than Babysitting: The Power of Type One Together with Raquel Baron
Q: How did you get the idea for Type One Together?
Raquel explains how her own need for community during her diagnosis period led to starting a babysitter network, which organically expanded into a broader support ecosystem with education and events.
Grownup T1Ds: The Missing Support for Adults Living with Diabetes
Q: Tell me about GrownUp T1Ds.
GrownUp T1Ds started after the pandemic when isolation affected resilient patients; it grew from small in-person gatherings to a national nonprofit focusing on midlife and older adults with Type 1, providing social support and community rather than clinical settings.
Grownup T1Ds: The Missing Support for Adults Living with Diabetes
Q: Kelly Dawes, welcome to Diabetes Connections. How are you doing?
I'm happy to be here and excited to talk about GrownUp T1Ds and the importance of in-person connections for adults living with Type 1.

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Focus primarily revolves around managing Type 1 Diabetes, highlighting advancements in medical technology, community advocacy, and personal experiences. The discussions often cover diverse topics such as emerging therapies, new devices, legislative issues related to diabetes care, and personal stories of resilience from individuals living with diabetes. Listeners can expect valuable information tailored to both those directly affected by Type 1 Diabetes and their families, illuminating both the challenges faced and the innovations that aim to improve daily life for patients and caregivers.

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1. Juicebox Podcast: Type 1 Diabetes
2. Diabetech - Diabetes Tech, Research, News
3. Think Like A Pancreas...The Podcast!
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Diabetes Connections launched 11 years ago and published 791 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Diabetes Connections include:

1. Alison Smart
2. Dr. Florence Brown
3. Dr. Amy Valent
4. Paris Hicks
5. Brian Hansen
6. Raquel Baron
7. Kelly Dawes
8. Dr. Taylor Stephens

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