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Diabetes Nerd

Diabetes Nerd
Type 1 Diabetes
Diabetes
Eversense
Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Glp-1 Medications
Diabetes Mellitus Type 1
Diabetes Type 1
Exercise
Eversense CGM
Diabetes (type 1)
Type 2 Diabetes
Insulin Pump
Pancreas Transplant
Kidney Transplant
Insulin Resistance
Eledon
Omnipod
Automated Insulin Delivery
Twiist
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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Ketone monitoring is one of the biggest conversations in the type 1 diabetes (T1D) community right now. Abbott’s Libre Duo, the first sensor to track glucose and ketones together, received FDA authorization this year, and Dexcom has... more

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What if you thought something more was going on with your child, but your doctors said, "Don't bother with testing"? Would you stand your ground or follow their advice? This is a situation many parents face, especially when it comes... more

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Sixty-two percent of U.S. adults with type 1 diabetes are living with overweight or obesity. That’s nearly identical to the general population, according to a 2023 Johns Hopkins study published in Annals of Internal Medicine, and it... 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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Recent Guests

Dan Heller
Former biotech founder and writer covering type 1 diabetes research and science
Episode: The Truth About a CGM That Measures Ketones
Amanda Mueller
Type 1 diabetes advocate, fitness professional, and creator of Bolus and Biceps
Episode: Here’s Why (and How) We Microdose Ozempic & Mounjaro with T1D
Brian Hansen
President of the CGM division at Senseonics
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Episode: The Future of Implantable CGM Technology
Mukul Jane
Chief operating officer at Senseonics
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Episode: The Future of Implantable CGM Technology
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
Will Rust
Founder and CEO of Seraxis
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Episode: Curing Type 1 Diabetes: Real Science with Seraxis CEO, Will Rust
Beth Braun
Guest expert, physician, psychologist focusing on emotions of diabetes
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Episode: The Stress of Watching People with T1D Get Cured

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

Reviews

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 States6 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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The Truth About a CGM That Measures Ketones
Q: Is it fair to say that people who are more physically active, more in shape are less likely to go into DKA because their body is better at clearing ketones?
Heller does not conclude that fitness generally reduces DKA risk. He discusses individual variation in ketone clearance and says DKA statistics are concentrated among people with recurrent episodes and pump-related problems.
The Truth About a CGM That Measures Ketones
Q: Would a ketone sensor have been helpful to tell me, hey, you're in ketosis, you're approaching DKA?
Heller says a ketone reading alone would not establish DKA risk, which depends on factors including acidity, hydration, ketone production, and clearance. He notes that symptoms and the clinical context matter.
Mom Tests Infant for T1D Antibodies Despite Being Told "Don't Bother" by Doctors
Q: So you didn't use that on her. Did you get the intravenous kit that you take to a blood lab?
Kenzi instead used a T1D Scout cheek-swab test to check genetic risk. It showed high risk, prompting a blood-based antibody test that found two autoantibodies, followed by endocrinology care, glucose monitoring, and insulin treatment.
Mom Tests Infant for T1D Antibodies Despite Being Told "Don't Bother" by Doctors
Q: So let's start there. Let's start with when things started seeming weird with your daughter's health and the challenges you went through to get that diagnosis.
Kenzi recounts her older daughter's increasing bedwetting, thirst, weight loss, and worsening illness. After an initial urinalysis appeared clear, a later test showed glucose and ketones, leading to a type 1 diabetes diagnosis.
Curing Type 1 Diabetes: Real Science with Seraxis CEO, Will Rust
Q: Are you hoping to make Seraxis cells hypoimmune so they can avoid immunosuppression in the future?
Rust says Seraxis has developed a gene-edited cell line, but the company also wants to pursue immune tolerance because gene editing may not prevent autoimmune attack. The longer-term goal is to establish whether immunosuppression can be tapered or eliminated.

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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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1. Dan Heller
2. Amanda Mueller
3. Brian Hansen
4. Mukul Jane
5. Jonathan Rigby
6. Lily Mees
7. Paola Acevedo
8. Will Rust

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