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Episode 121: We're Hiking 40 Miles with Type 1 Diabetes!!

EP 121: We’re Hiking 40 Miles with Type 1 Diabetes!!

June 10, 2024

In this heartfelt episode of Keeping 100 Radio, Lissie and Val share the story of how they met and connected over their shared experiences living with type 1 diabetes, and discuss their upcoming epic 40-mile hike with the Connected In Motion Adventure Team, preparing for the physical and emotional challenges, and their excitement about being part of a diabetes-centered community.

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Episode 120: Managing Type 1 Diabetes Through Grief and Child Loss with Kayleigh Glueck

In this episode of Keeping it 100 Radio, Lissie has an in-depth conversation with former client Kayleigh Glueck. Kayleigh shares her journey with type 1 diabetes and the profound grief and challenges she faced after the loss of her first child, Jasper, during labor. She discusses the complex intersection of grief, pregnancy, and diabetes management, the support systems that helped her through difficult times, and her involvement with Weighted Angels, an organization providing comfort to bereaved parents. Kayleigh’s story is a powerful testament to resilience, community support, and the ongoing journey of living with diabetes and loss.

EP 120: Managing Type 1 Diabetes Through Grief and Child Loss with Kayleigh Glueck

June 3, 2024

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Episode 119: One Family, Six Diabetics with Bellé Krueger

EP 119: One Family, Six Diabetics with Bellé Krueger

May 6, 2024

Ever wonder what it’s like to have five type one diabetic siblings (plus yourself)? Bellé is one of six type one diabetic children within the Krueger family. Inside this episode of Keeping it 100 Radio, she and Lissie chat all things from the individual diagnoses of each person, the personal relationship to diabetes and their outlook as a family on the diagnosis.

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Episode 118: My Experience Switching from the Omnipod5 to the Tandem Mobi

In this episode Lissie shares her personal and professional insights on managing diabetes, emphasizing the importance of advocacy and informed decision-making. Highlighting lessons not usually covered by endocrinologists, she dives into her own experiences with type 1 diabetes, Crohn’s disease, and the unique challenges faced, including a recent conversation about pre-colonoscopy insulin management. Lissie discusses her decision to switch from the Omnipod to the Tandem Mobi insulin pump, detailing the pros and cons of each system, her experience transitioning pumps, and the impact on her diabetes management.

EP 118: My Experience Switching from the Omnipod5 to the Tandem Mobi

March 26, 2024

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Episode 117: The Realities Behind Ozempic with Kat Luper

EP 117: The Realities Behind Ozempic with Kat Luper

March 4, 2024

In this episode of Keeping 100 Radio, Lissie has a candid conversation with Kat Luper, exploring Kat’s struggles and learnings as a diabetic when prescribed Ozempic, a GLP-1 therapy, known for its appetite suppression properties and significant impact on weight and blood sugar levels. Kat shares her nuanced experiences, covering the physical and mental health implications, difficulties with nutritional intake, and the challenges in balancing effective diabetes management while maintaining a quality life. Throughout the discussion, Lissy and Kat engage in insightful dialogue on self-advocacy in medical settings, the complexity of weight management, and the broader systemic issues in diabetes care, emphasizing the critical importance of a personalized, holistic approach to health and well-being.

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Episode 116: Conquering the Ironman with Type 1 Diabetes with Annie Cooper

In this episode, Lissie chats with Annie Cooper, a Type 1 diabetic, endurance triathlete, and employee at Tandem Diabetes Care. Annie shares her journey, from being diagnosed in high school, facing challenges and feelings of isolation, to finding a supportive community in college and overcoming the odds to compete in high-intensity sports including marathons, half and full Ironmans. She emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins, adjusting mindset during physical challenges, and the role technology plays in her diabetes management. Annie’s story is a testament to her resilience and a source of inspiration for those looking to challenge their limits while living with diabetes.

EP 116: Conquering the Ironman with Type 1 Diabetes with Annie Cooper

February 26, 2024

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Episode 115: 10 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner with Type 1 Diabetes - 10 Year Diaversary Episode

EP 115: 10 Things I Wish I Knew Sooner with Type 1 Diabetes – 10 Year Diaversary Episode

February 19, 2024

Lissie reflects on her diabetes journey as she nears her 10th Diaversary this week. In this episode, Lissie walks you through the 10 things that she wishes didn’t take her 10 years to figure out, so you can learn from her decade of experience with Type One Diabetes.

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Episode 114: How to Prepare for a T1D Pregnancy with Kimberly Andreacchio

In this episode, Lissie interviews Kim Andreacchio, a registered dietitian and certified diabetes educator. Kim discusses her passion for working with those living with type 1 diabetes, inspired by her own experiences and the resilience she saw in the kids at a diabetes camp. Kim shares her own challenging pregnancy journey which prompted her to focus on helping women with type 1 diabetes navigate their own pregnancies. She emphasizes the importance of seeking out the right support team and shares the insights she has gained from her own professional experiences. Kim also offers advice for women planning their pregnancies.

EP 114: How to Prepare for a T1D Pregnancy with Kimberly Andreacchio

January 29, 2024

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Episode 113 - Morgan's Journey from Health Guru Misguidance to Embracing Insulin

EP 113: Morgan’s Journey from Health Guru Misguidance to Embracing Insulin

January 22, 2024

In this episode we chat with an alum of Keeping it 100, Morgan, who opens up about her experiences living with type 1 diabetes. From her initial diagnosis at age 10 and the subsequent feelings of confusion to her struggles in adulthood, she offers a raw insight into living with the condition. Our conversation includes her unsettling journey of experimenting with a health guru’s advice, ultimately leading her to DKA. Since then, Morgan has embraced an empowered lifestyle, working on both physical and emotional aspects of her health, and acknowledging the role her condition plays in her life. She emphasizes the importance of setting small, achievable health goals, being compassionate with herself, and seeking aid when required, marking her conversation as a must-listen for those living with or seeking insights on type 1 diabetes.

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Episode 112: Let It Be Hard: Honest Conversations on Parenting a Type 1 Teen

Join us for a conversation with Carrie, a mother who is the primary caregiver to a Type 1 Diabetic teen, to talk about parenting through a diabetes diagnosis. Carrie opens up about her quest to help her daughter maintain a semblance of normalcy amidst the challenges of managing T1D. Our conversation encompasses school experiences, sport commitments, and emotional health, shedding light on how support structures and community engagement can aid in successful diabetes management.

EP 112: Let It Be Hard: Honest Conversations on Parenting a Type 1 Teen

January 15, 2024

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