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Pancreas Pals

123 episodes - English - Latest episode: 28 days ago - ★★★★★ - 48 ratings

Just 2 Type 1 diabetic gals trying to live our best lives and share some of our literal highs and lows in navigating Type 1 diabetes.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Health & Fitness health wellness type 1 diabetes diabetes mental health
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Episodes

Season 10 Ep. 8: Life as an Athlete, Actress, Mom, and T1D ft. Anitaka Knight

March 31, 2024 22:00 - 33 minutes - 52.9 MB

On season 10 episode 8, Emily speaks with fellow Type 1 Diabetic Anitaka Knight about being an athlete, actress, and mom while managing type 1 diabetes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 10 Ep. 7: Charlotte Drury on Her Diagnosis and the Road to the Olympics

March 11, 2024 02:58 - 1 hour - 106 MB

On season 10 episode 7, Emily speaks with pro athlete Charlotte Drury about her diagnosis while navigating gymnastics, life, and eventually, the Tokyo Olympics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 10 Ep. 6: T1D, Insurance, Endos, and GLP-1s, With Dr. Mike Natter

February 12, 2024 01:02 - 33 minutes - 51.1 MB

In season 10 episode 6, Dr. Mike Natter chats with Emily and Miriam about being an endocrinologist with type 1 diabetes and how it helps him connect with his patients and manage the US insurance field, and his thoughts on Ozempic and other GLP-1s’ on types of diabetes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 10 Ep. 5: An Interview With NICK JONAS

November 14, 2023 14:17 - 37 minutes - 70.4 MB

On season 10 episode 5, Emily interviews Nick Jonas, talking about his favorite low snacks, what it’s like being a new dad and juggling type 1 diabetes, how his wife Priyanka has been there for him through highs and lows, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 10 Ep. 4: Winter Skin Woes With Insulin Pump and MDI

November 10, 2023 18:11 - 30 minutes - 54.2 MB

In season 10 episode 4, Emily and Christie talk where to place insulin pumps and do multiple daily injections (MDI) in colder weather, as well as how to manage dry itchy skin with diabetes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 10 Ep. 3: What’s Next for Dex(com)? ft. Teri Lawver

July 10, 2023 01:03 - 25 minutes - 38 MB

In Season 10 Episode 3, Emily and Christie discuss the future of Dexcom with Teri Lawver, EVP, CCO of Dexcom, and the continuous glucose monitor (CGM) company’s interesting new initiatives for those with type 2 diabetes and beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 10 Ep. 2: Dexcom G7 vs. Freestyle Libre 3

June 12, 2023 00:32 - 31 minutes - 57 MB

On Season 10 Episode 2, Emily tells Miriam about her experience with the Dexcom G7 and how it compares to her time using the Freestlye Libre 3 continuous glucose monitors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 10 Ep. 1: New Season, New(ish) Baby, Same Diabetes

May 22, 2023 01:45 - 33 minutes - 59.9 MB

On season 10 episode 1, Emily and Miriam chat diabetes burn out, postpartum life for Miriam, and how they’re managing their diabetes these days. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 15: Pro Basketball & T1D ft. Lauren Cox

February 20, 2023 01:36 - 35 minutes - 67.8 MB

In season 9 episode 15, Emily speaks with professional basketball player Lauren Cox about managing type 1 diabetes while playing basketball professionally, and overseas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 14: Third-Trimester Check-In With Christie

January 23, 2023 01:59 - 43 minutes - 72.2 MB

In Season 9 Episode 14, Christie tells Emily about her third trimester and recounts being shamed in a birthing class for being diabetic—Emily talks about her COVID recovery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 13: Creating Resources for T1ds ft. Christina Roth-Sleeper

December 11, 2022 18:54 - 38 minutes - 69.5 MB

In season 9 episode 13, Emily speaks with Christina Roth-Sleeper, the founder of Diabetes Link, former College Diabetes Network, to discuss resources for type 1 diabetics, going into a career focusing on diabetes, and how you can get involved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 12: Having a Roommate as a Type 1 Diabetic

November 14, 2022 01:36 - 44 minutes - 75.7 MB

On Season 9 Episode 12, Emily and Christie discuss tips and tricks to living with others as a type 1 diabetic, including roommates and partners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 11: Freestyling With Libre 3

October 04, 2022 00:53 - 41 minutes - 74.1 MB

On season 9 episode 11, Christie asks Emily about testing out the newest iteration of Abbott’s continuous glucose monitoring system—the Freestyle Libre 3—and talks about how it compares to the Dexcom G6. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 10: Miriam on Type 1 Pregnancy & Christie's Big News

September 11, 2022 20:12 - 50 minutes - 90.4 MB

In season 9 episode 10, Miriam shares insights into her pregnancy with type 1 diabetes—with tips for each trimester—and Christie shares some big life news of her own. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 9: Diabetes & Mental Health ft. Dr. Mark Heyman

August 14, 2022 22:28 - 40 minutes - 65 MB

In season 9 episode 9, Emily speaks with Mark Heyman, Ph.D., CDCES, author of Diabetes Sucks And You Can Handle It, and CEO of the Center for Diabetes and Mental Health, about the mental weight of living with type 1 diabetes, and how his new book addresses these stressors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 8: What to Expect When You're Expecting With Type 1 Diabetes

August 03, 2022 03:37 - 35 minutes - 65.8 MB

On season 9 episode 8, Miriam takes the mic and discusses all aspects of her pregnancy with type 1 diabetes, including the book all expecting mothers should read, how she managed blood sugars, and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 8: What to Expect When You're Expecting as a T1D

July 31, 2022 19:04 - 34 minutes - 60.4 MB

On season 9 episode 8, Miriam takes the mic and discusses all aspects of her pregnancy with type 1 diabetes, including the book all expecting mothers should read, how she managed blood sugars, and so much more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 9 Ep. 7: Summer Time Travel Tips

July 11, 2022 00:09 - 26 minutes - 46.4 MB

On season 9 episode 7 Emily and Christie offer up some summertime travel tips for those living with or caring for type one, including the best low blood sugar snacks that won't melt, how to pack for the unexpected, and so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 6: A Toast to Being Misdiagnosed ft. Mila a.k.a. @thehangrywoman

June 20, 2022 20:16 - 49 minutes - 87.4 MB

On season 9 episode 6, Emily talks with Mila, a.k.a. @thehangrywoman, about her years long misdiagnosis, stigmas associated with various types of diabetes, and how she started her food-focused blog. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 5: Raising a Resilient T1D ft. Stephanie and Eden

May 30, 2022 01:19 - 38 minutes - 68.2 MB

In season 9 episode 5, Emily chats with Stephanie (mother) and Eden (daughter) about Eden’s shocking diagnosis and how the two have since managed the chronic illness, particularly as Eden finishes up her junior year of high school. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 4: What We Wish We'd Known

May 16, 2022 01:21 - 34 minutes - 60.4 MB

In season 9 episode 4, Emily and Christie take a walk down memory lane to when they were first diagnosed to share things that they wish they'd known or been told by healthcare professionals—from bolusing tips to how to cope, this is what they would have wanted to know when they were first diagnosed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 3: Dealing With the Dia-Haters

May 01, 2022 20:07 - 29 minutes - 52.9 MB

In season 9 episode 3, Emily and Christie talk about socializing with people that are unfamiliar with diabetes and how to navigate ignorant comments and situations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 2: What the Dex

March 21, 2022 02:30 - 30 minutes - 51.1 MB

In season 9 episode 2, Christie offers an update on how she's liking life with a continuous glucose monitor (CGM), and Emily reveals some tips and tricks to living life with diabetes gadgets (and her hot takes on the pros and cons of the technology). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 9 Ep. 1: Advocating for Yourself With Medical Professionals

February 27, 2022 21:22 - 35 minutes - 59.6 MB

In season 9 episode 1, Christie is back in the cohosting chair while Miriam is on maternity leave—Emily and Christie discuss actionable ways in which you can advocate for yourself at the doctor's, on the phone with health insurance and medical supply companies, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 12: Back to Basics

December 19, 2021 20:56 - 30 minutes - 57.7 MB

For the season 8 finale, Emily and Miriam take a trip back to the basics of diabetes, and what each of them wishes they were taught earlier on in their diagnoses—plus, some top tips for living with a chronic illness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 11: Toxic Friendship

October 21, 2021 01:09 - 32 minutes - 60.9 MB

In Season 8 episode 11, Emily and Miriam discuss all things toxic friendships, including signs you're in an unhealthy friendship, what a toxic friendship is, and how to put yourself first. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 10: Let's Talk About Periods.

September 20, 2021 02:12 - 34 minutes - 65.3 MB

In season 8 episode 10, Emily and Miriam discuss tips and tricks for dealing with diabetes while on your period, and what hormones can do to your monthly cycle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 9: What in the G6? Ft. Christie

August 22, 2021 22:07 - 45 minutes - 74.6 MB

In season 8 episode 9, Emily catches up on life and diabetes with Christie, who discusses her first thoughts on starting to use the continuous glucose monitor (CGM), the Dexcom G6. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 8: Making Moves

August 08, 2021 22:03 - 33 minutes - 63.1 MB

Emily and Miriam discuss the changes in their lives, Emily's new job and Miriam's move to Texas, and all of the ups and downs of life with Type 1 diabetes during their two month-long hiatus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 7: Coping with Re-Opening

June 06, 2021 23:46 - 33 minutes - 61.4 MB

In season 8 episode 7, Emily and Miriam talk all-things re-opening post-COVID, and how to manage blood sugars, anxieties, and life as we return to "normal." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 6: Advocacy, Food Blogging, and More ft. Cameron of @young_giftedandblack

May 16, 2021 23:51 - 33 minutes - 55.9 MB

In season 8 episode 6 Emily speaks with Cameron of @young_giftedandblack to discuss discrimination in the healthcare world, diabetes advocacy, and managing blood sugars while an aspiring chef. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 5: Nutrition & Diabetes, ft. Amanda Kirpitch, MA, RDN, CDCES, and CDN

May 09, 2021 21:48 - 38 minutes - 64.9 MB

In Season 8 Ep. 5, Emily talks with Amanda Kirpitch, MA, RDN, CDCES, and CDN, about diabetes and nutrition—from diabetes burnout to if the keto diet is really a healthy and sustainable option, listen to the episode to learn one expert's takes on the intersection of diabetes and nutrition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 4: Digital Creating ft. Nicole Buchanan

April 26, 2021 00:49 - 29 minutes - 53.3 MB

In Season 8 Ep. 4 Emily and Miriam chat with @Nicole.k.Buchanan about her diagnosis story, being a mom with T1D, and how she began her career in digital art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 3: Parenting with T1D

April 12, 2021 01:24 - 36 minutes - 69 MB

In season 8 episode 3, Emily and Miriam speak with Type 1 diabetic Bethany Braun-Silva, a parenting editor and mother of two, all about how she manages the chronic illness while also parenting her two sons, and maintaining a full time job. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 2: MODY 3 ft. Kylie

March 28, 2021 23:47 - 34 minutes - 65.4 MB

In Season 8 Ep. 2, Emily speaks with Kylie about MODY 3, and the lesser known form of diabetes, including how she was diagnosed and how she manages the type of diabetes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 8 Ep. 1: Get Vax'd

March 22, 2021 00:47 - 36 minutes - 70 MB

In the season 8 premier, Emily and Miriam share their experiences with receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. They discuss side-effects, and everything you need to know about getting vaccinated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Ep. 12: Low Glycemic Recipes Ft. The Toasted Pinenut

December 20, 2020 22:12 - 27 minutes - 51.5 MB

In Season 7 Ep. 12, Emily chats with Lindsey—the woman behind the popular food blog, YouTube Channel, and Instagram account, the Toasted Pine Nut—about how she got her start, her husband's journey with T1d, and her top tips for delicious food without blood sugar spikes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Ep. 11: T1D Hacks

November 23, 2020 01:31 - 37 minutes - 70.8 MB

In Season 7 Ep. 11, Emily and Miriam discuss some of their favorite tips and tricks for managing Type 1 diabetes, as well as some of their favorite products, Instagram accounts to follow, and overall diabetes hacks to make coping with T1D a bit easier. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

season 7 ep 10- Falling for Ariana's Octails

November 02, 2020 01:35 - 42 minutes - 76.3 MB

In Season 7 Ep. 10, Emily and Miriam chat with Ariana Frayer, blogger behind Cup of OJ, about drinking with Type 1, and her low-carb autumnal cocktails that we can't get enough of. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Ep. 9: A Twepisode ft. Laura Goldman

October 18, 2020 22:25 - 35 minutes - 66.4 MB

In Season 7 Ep. 9, Emily and Miriam chat with Laura, Emily's twin sister, about what it's like having a twin with Type 1 diabetes, from Emily's diagnosis to living together post-college. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Ep. 8: Burnout & Politics in 2020

October 05, 2020 01:08 - 25 minutes - 47.3 MB

In Season 7 Ep. 8, Emily and Miriam discuss burnout due to the culmination of politics and diabetes—and the two combined in this election cycle—and how to cope in these unprecedented times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Ep. 7: Parenting and T1 with the Hall Family (@T1D_Brookie)

September 07, 2020 14:25 - 37 minutes - 64.5 MB

In Season 7 Ep. 7 Emily and Miriam speak with Crystal Hall, the mother of @T1D_Brookie, on parenting a child with T1D, and how the entire family pitches in to make sure Brooklyn lives her best life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Ep. 6 Back to School/Work During Covid-19

August 24, 2020 00:06 - 34 minutes - 62.6 MB

In Season 7 Ep. 6 Emily and Miriam offer tips and tricks to keeping your blood sugar in range, how to manage stress, and how to cope with, going back to school and/or work during COVID19. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Episode 5: A Very Christie Wedding

August 10, 2020 00:58 - 34 minutes - 58.6 MB

In Season 7 Ep. 5, Miriam and Emily catch up with Christie after she ties the knot, talking all things COVID weddings, blood sugars on the big day, and her new dog, Tag. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Ep. 4: T1D & Tech

July 19, 2020 22:25 - 33 minutes - 63.5 MB

In Season 7 Ep. 4, Emily and Miriam discuss the privilege and trials of diabetes technology, the Babysitter's Club's depiction of T1D, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Ep. 3: T1D, Kidney Transplant, Black Lives Matter, and More from Across the Pond

July 06, 2020 01:02 - 44 minutes - 80.8 MB

In Season 7 Episode 3, Emily and Miriam talk to @t1d_dan about T1D, the healthcare system, and Black Lives Matter across the pond, in the UK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Ep. 2 Diversity in T1D and Black Lives Matter ft. Kylene of @blackdiabeticgirl

June 22, 2020 03:03 - 39 minutes - 75.4 MB

In Season 7 Ep. 2, Emily and Miriam speak with Kylene aka @blackdiabeticgirl on the need for more inclusivity—specifically black people—in the diabetes community, and how we can help facilitate the change. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 7 Ep. 1: Catching Up in Quarantimes

June 11, 2020 00:12 - 29 minutes - 56.7 MB

In the season 7 premier, Emily and Miriam touch on current events, invite listeners to write in how they are feeling and any guest recommendations, and discuss blood sugars during quarantine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 6 Ep. 13: Coping with COVID-19

April 05, 2020 17:38 - 32 minutes - 62.5 MB

In a Season 6 bonus episode, Emily and Miriam discuss how to deal with the global social changes due to Covid-19, and specific ways to ensure you're not feeling isolated while social distancing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 6 Ep. 12: DKA & Flu Myths ft. Dr. Mike Natter

February 24, 2020 03:12 - 40 minutes - 79.2 MB

In Season 6 Ep. 12, the season finale, Emily and Miriam chat with Dr. @mike.natter about the dangers of ketones and the flu, and how to care for yourself or loved ones when sick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.