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Diabetes Nerd

Diabetes Nerd
Type 1 Diabetes
Diabetes
Eversense
Diabetes Mellitus Type 1
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Diabetes Type 1
Exercise
Eversense CGM
Diabetes (type 1)
Type 2 Diabetes
Insulin Pump
Pancreas Transplant
Kidney Transplant
Glp-1 Medications
Insulin Resistance
Eledon
Omnipod
Twiist
Insulin Pumps
Diabetes Technology

Seriously? Another diabetes podcast? Yup. I couldn't help myself. In this podcast, we are breaking down diabetes cure research, insulin management tips, pump and CGM technology, other meds like GLP-1s, burnout, and inspiring stories.

These are real conversations about life with diabetes.

ABOUT THE HOST: Ginger Vieira has lived with type 1 diabetes since 1999. She is an author, advocate, journal... more

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Most continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) need regular changes and careful upkeep. Eversense lasts a full year, which can be a relief for people dealing with skin irritation, accuracy concerns, and frequent sensor swaps.

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Insulin and diabetes technology help people manage type 1 diabetes (T1D), but what would it take to go beyond management?

In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, I talk with Sernova CEO Jonathan Rigby, who has lived with T1D ... more

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I’ve spent years learning how to speak up for the diabetes care I need—and I know how frustrating it can be when a provider or insurance company says no.

In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, I talk with Lily Mees and Paola... more

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"A cure is five years away."

If you've lived with type 1 diabetes for any length of time, you've heard it. Maybe at diagnosis, maybe from a well-meaning doctor, maybe on repeat for decades. Then five years pass, and five more, and ... more

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Recent Guests

Jonathan Rigby
CEO of Sernova, involved in beta nova cell therapy program
Sernova / Beta Nova
Episode: T1D Cure Bait: Sernova CEO, Jonathan Rigby, Says It's Not Being Kept from You
Lily Mees
Exercise physiologist, CDCES, diabetes educator; licensed social worker with virtual diabetes coaching practice
Independent clinician/coach
Episode: How to Get What You Need with Type 1 Diabetes
Paola Acevedo
Pharmacist, CDCES, BACDM; Omnipod-certified pump trainer
Independent pharmacist/diabetes care professional
Episode: How to Get What You Need with Type 1 Diabetes
Beth Braun
Guest expert, physician, psychologist focusing on emotions of diabetes
DrBethBraun.org
Episode: The Stress of Watching People with T1D Get Cured
Lacee Musgrove
Licensed clinical social worker and therapist
Warrior Mental Health (warriormentalhealth.com)
Episode: No Bullsh*t: What T1D Resilience Actually Means
Justin Eastzer
Diabetech fella, diabetes technology advocate and educator
DiabetTech
Episode: This Guy Has Tried Nearly Every Insulin Pump
Lauren Newman
Registered Dietitian; diabetes specialist; certified eating disorder specialist
Lauren Newman RD
Episode: Nobody Warned Us That T1D Would Screw Up Our Relationship With Food
Josh Webb
Diabetic nerd; researcher/data enthusiast
Independent data researcher
Episode: My Sleep Data Changed Everything About My Diabetes
Carly Lynette
Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 3; recovery journey from an eating disorder with Type 1 diabetes; experience with GLP-1 therapy
Individual guest, diabetes advocate
Episode: Restricting Insulin Nearly Killed Her but This Saved Her Life

Hosts

Ginger Vieira
Host of the show with Type 1 diabetes since 1999; author, advocate, and diabetes content marketing specialist
Terra Mayo
Best friend and business partner on the show; co-host and Diabetes Nerd Network contributor

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
  • Fasting Exercise

    Of all the great info I’ve gotten from Ginger exercising in a fasted state is the greatest! :)

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    V-Spain
    United States3 months ago
  • Short Film re T1D

    That night low Nicole mentioned sounds like a compression low. Would have been good to at least mention that as a possibility.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    V-Spain
    United States5 months ago

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The host keeps conversations accessible without damping technical depth.
Listeners praise practical, real-world tips for diabetes management and device use.
Guests bring credible lived experience, not just theory.

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T1D Cure Bait: Sernova CEO, Jonathan Rigby, Says It's Not Being Kept from You
Q: What's the roadmap for moving from cadaveric cells to lab-produced islet cells and eventually hypoimmune products?
The plan is to merge with Seraxis to produce lab-grown islet cells, establish a cell containment system, and advance SRO2 into early 2027 trials, followed by SRO3 gene-edited hypoimmune cells with IND filings later, aiming to remove the need for immune suppression in the long term.
T1D Cure Bait: Sernova CEO, Jonathan Rigby, Says It's Not Being Kept from You
Q: Can you explain, in practical terms, how the cell pouch compares to liver-based transplantation and why retrievability matters?
The cell pouch is designed to be a safe, easily retrievable pocket under the skin, unlike the liver where retrieval is often impossible; this retrievability matters for safety, regulatory compliance, and future adjustments as the therapy evolves, especially with gene-edited cells.
How to Get What You Need with Type 1 Diabetes
Q: How can patients work with their care teams to get the right CGM or pump for them?
Engage in shared decision making, advocate for themselves, and rely on diabetes educators to interpret data, coordinate with endocrinology and pharmacy, and guide the process through insurance hurdles and device selection.
How to Get What You Need with Type 1 Diabetes
Q: What practical steps can a patient take before visiting a provider to improve outcomes?
Prepare a sheet of questions and goals, bring literature or references, print out policies or clinician notes, and be ready to discuss specific devices or medications you want to try; this helps make the visit more productive and increases the chance of getting needed support.
How to Get What You Need with Type 1 Diabetes
Q: What are the main barriers to getting diabetes devices or medications covered by insurance?
Barriers include formulary exclusions, prior authorizations, step therapy requirements, and payer-specific criteria that can vary between plans; understanding and documenting what has been tried, as well as appealing with proper clinician documentation, can help bypass or overcome these barriers.

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What is Diabetes Nerd about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, patient-centric show that breaks down diabetes management, technology, and cure research through candid conversations with patients, clinicians, and advocates. Episodes frequently explore DIY insulin delivery history, pump and CGM technology, GLP-1s, and real-life impact of emerging therapies, paired with personal stories of endurance, parenting, and navigating the healthcare system. Noteworthy strengths include a consistent host with lived experience, accessible explanations of complex topics, and a willingness to cover both hopeful advancements and practical barriers like affordability and safety. This program is likely to attract listeners who want deep, real-world insights into living with Type 1 diabetes, from tech enthusi... more

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Recent guests on Diabetes Nerd include:

1. Jonathan Rigby
2. Lily Mees
3. Paola Acevedo
4. Beth Braun
5. Lacee Musgrove
6. Justin Eastzer
7. Lauren Newman
8. Josh Webb

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