We Are T1D : Type 1 Diabetes

Lows, Laughs, and T1D Holiday Prep: A Life of Diabetes Drama

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Episode notes

In this fun and relatable episode of We Are T1D, Mike and Jack break down their week of Type 1 Diabetes highs and lows with plenty of humor and insight. From Jack’s trip to the Hammersmith Apollo for the Staying Relevant podcast live show to Mike’s rage bolus drama and unexpected hypo moments, this episode is packed with stories every T1D listener will find both entertaining and comforting.

Join Mike and Jack as they navigate the rollercoaster of T1D management, discuss the mental and emotional impacts of living with diabetes, and share laugh-out-loud stories about dealing with blood sugar spikes after a McDonald's burger or confronting a bakery thief faking a diabetic episode. These candid conversations bring humor to the everyday challenges of life with Type 1 Diabetes.

Episode Highlights:

  • 00:00 - Mike and Jack introduce the most honest Type 1 Diabetes podcast.
  • 00:40 - Mike kicks off with an intense "rage bolus" situation.
  • 01:07 - Jack shares his experience at Staying Relevant podcast live at Hammersmith Apollo.
  • 04:59 - Recap of the week: unexpected lows, managing a hypo, and real-life T1D wins.
  • 08:34 - I spent about an hour battling a hypo
  • 18:43 - Brother’s wedding and travel prep with insulin.
  • 28:10 - Managing diabetes remains a brain game.
  • 33:46 - The key takeaway: "Every day may not be perfect, but there’s something good in every day."
  • 36:17 - Listener Wins
  • 40:29 - Type one parents with kids going back to school are amazing

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