Juicebox Podcast: Type 1 Diabetes

#1476 Small Sips: Avoid Hot Takes

29 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Avoid knee-jerk reactions—wait for trends before making diabetes management decisions. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Blue...

#1475 Surviving on Spite

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Keri, 43, has lived with T1D since childhood and opens up about how her brother's early death shaped her life. Tandem Mobi ** Blue Circle Health Evers...

#1474 Head Like a Hole

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Diagnosed at 26. Chicago pediatric nurse and new mom who built a looping algorithm after overcoming early depression with her husband's support. Free ...

#1473 Canadian Danger Phallus

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Carli, 48, jokes about her husband's "T1D curse" while navigating diabetes, heart dissection, and lymphoma. Go tubeless with Omnipod 5 or Omnipod DASH...

#1472 Tao of Tom

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Tom, 29 (T1D since age 8), overcame resentment, weight gain, and stigma to take control of his diabetes while working in commercial real estate. Tande...

#1471 Square Zero

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Returning guest, FB group expert from episode #829 "Chinese Hamster Ovaries," shares exciting updates on her PCOS and gastroparesis success. Eversense...

#1470 Small Sips: That's Just Diabetes

23 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Diabetes isn't the only factor affecting blood sugar—other variables like stress and hormones play a role too. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook...

#1469 Small Sips: Steal A1C Overnight

22 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stable overnight blood sugars significantly improve A1C and make daytime management easier. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 B...

#1468 Teal Fingerprints

21 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Theresa's daughter had a freak accident and broke both of her legs on a trampoline. Tandem Mobi ** Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE...

#1467 Pediatric Dentistry and Type 1

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Niekia, 34, a pediatric dentist with T1D, dives deep into how foods and oral microbes affect teeth and cavity prevention in diabetes. Go tubeless with...

#1466 Type One in Corporate America

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Returning guest Alex, 42 returns to discuss navigating corporate America as a T1D. Tandem Mobi  Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2...

#1465 Kahu Kiwi

18 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Riki, 38, from New Zealand—self-proclaimed "petrol head" who believes her hysterectomy triggered type 1. CONTOUR NextGen smart meter and CONTOUR DIA...

#1464 After Dark: Ego Death

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jordon is a type 1 who uses weed and mushrooms - we talk about it all. Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Champions Free Juicebox Community (non ...

#1463 Small Sips: Low Before High

16 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Preventing highs is easier than correcting them—catching small dips early leads to better control. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUI...

#1462 Small Sips: More Insulin

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Using more insulin when needed isn't a failure—it's part of good diabetes management. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Blue ...

#1461 Cold Wind: C.D.E.C.S

14 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

"Myla", in her 30s and a certified diabetes care specialist in a GP's office, shares her story and clinical insights in this candid episode. Free Juic...

#1460 Jakob Blow

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jakob has T1D, is 29 years old, a paramedic firefighter. Has only recently been on a pump and CGM since 2 years ago. He's married and has 1 kid. He's ...

#1459 Money Where Your Mouth Is

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sandy, known from "The Fighter," is 71 with 64 years of T1D experience. Recently, an existential moment sparked her return to share insights and inspi...

#1458 Disappearing Targets

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Lauren has managed T1D since she was 13, balancing ADHD, a strong family diabetes legacy, and raising two kids, while now exploring solutions for rece...

#1457 People Are People

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fatima, 34, from Bahrain, shares heartfelt insights on T1D management, drawing from her experience with her son, diagnosed at 2 and now 4. Free Juice...

#1456 Small Sips: Blanket of Insulin

09 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A longer-acting insulin strategy helps manage high-fat and high-protein meals more effectively. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 20...

#1455 Small Sips: Meet the Need

08 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's no such thing as too much insulin or too little—just the right amount for your body's needs. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CR...

#1454 Formerly Terca

07 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cici, 30, has managed T1D for 17 years. After overcoming her needle fears and diabulemia, she switched to OP5 and turned her health around. Free Juice...

#1453 Big Baby on Board

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie, 37, diagnosed with T1D at age 7, is 28 weeks pregnant via IVF with wife and their 11-year-old son. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) ...

#1452 Three Little Birds

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jenny, NICU nurse and mother of three, recounts her youngest son's leukemia relapses, T1D and autoimmune challenges amid family history. Free Juicebox...

#1451 Chicken Bake

04 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Christian, 26, misdiagnosed as type 2, is a driven Mormon engineer managing T1D successfully while worrying about less disciplined diabetic siblings. ...

#1450 Communication Breakdown

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

At 56, Tanya, diabetic since age 4, overcame tech hack fears, embracing the Omnipod, tightening control and discovering personal growth. Free Juicebox...

#1449 Small Sips: S.W.A.G

02 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Estimating carbs and insulin is sometimes necessary—experience helps refine these educated guesses over time. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook)...

#1448 Small Sips: Stop The Arrows

01 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Acting early on CGM trends prevents major highs and lows and leads to more stable control. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Bl...

#1447 Diabetes Pro Tip: Insulin Resistance

28 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jenny and Scott break down what insulin resistance and diabetes. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Blue Circle Health Eversense...

#1446 Curious George

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alisia, 20, with T1D since 8, rejected parental myths to lower A1C via an iLet pump amid weight, thyroid challenges. Free Juicebox Community (non Face...

#1445 Hippy Dippy

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Morganne's homestead upbringing shaped her views on medicine, but T1D changed everything. From hidden family history to Bluetooth fears—this one's u...

#1444 Floppy Duck

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Misdiagnosed for over six years, Polly fought disbelief from doctors despite clear T1D antibodies. Her journey from a misguided rice diet to a stagger...

#1443 Tattletale Nurse

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A vivid dream, two T1D diagnoses, bad doctors, and a school nurse who crossed the line—ShaNeil's story is unbelievable. Free Juicebox Community (no...

#1442 Small Sips: Using a CGM Well

23 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A CGM provides more than just a number—trends help guide better decision-making and prevent extreme highs and lows. Free Juicebox Community (non Fa...

#1441 Small Sips: Timing and Amount

22 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Insulin management isn't just about quantity—it's also about timing it correctly for each situation. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CR...

#1440 Fox in the Loop House: Part 5

21 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Even more Kenny! Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Blue Circle Health Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Champions Try del...

#1439 Slap Bang

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Marnie, UK diabetic (with a T1D mother) diagnosed at 17, overcame teen embarrassment, anxiety, and panic attacks—embracing community support. Free J...

#1438 Pretzel

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Julia, a 26-year-old with T1D, Hydrocephalus, ADHD, Autism, and OCD, discusses life, insulin management, job struggles, and her alert dog. Free Juiceb...

#1437 Hey Jessie

18 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jessica, juggling four kids and Hashimoto's, explores Charlie's T1D journey through device changes, school nurse hurdles, and gradual care handoff. Fr...

#1436 Life Coach: Doesn't Remember to Bolus

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

12 year old Kyler tries to figure out why he doesn't remember to bolus. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Blue Circle Health Ev...

#1435 Small Sips: All Carbs Aren't Created Equal

16 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Carb counting isn't just about numbers—it's about understanding how different carbs affect blood sugar differently. Free Juicebox Community (non Fa...

#1434 Small Sip: Are You Stacking Insulin

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stacking insulin is often misunderstood. If insulin is still needed, it's not stacking—it's effective management. Free Juicebox Community (non Faceb...

#1433 Fox in the Loop House: Part 4

14 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kenny is back!  Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Blue Circle Health Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Champions Try del...

#1432 Carter's Tzield Story

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jaime, shaped by lifelong T1D, dives into FMLA challenges and Carter's Tzield treatment. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Blue...

#1431 Peter Thompson, PhD - T1D Researcher

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pancreatic islet biology and Diabetes (link) Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Blue Circle Health Eversense CGM Learn about the...

#1430 Blue Adjacent

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A firsthand account of overcoming diabetes mismanagement, kidney transplant, and the power of community support. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook...

#1429 Gas Station Orange Juice

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Three people with diabetes in one house!—navigating diagnosis, pump challenges, lows, adrenal issues, and pregnancy. Free Juicebox Community (non Fa...

#1428 Small Sips: Tug Of War

09 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Meal bolusing simplified (I'm not kidding) Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Blue Circle Health Eversense CGM Learn about the M...

#1427 Small Sips: Get What You Expect

08 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Find stability, then expect more. Free Juicebox Community (non Facebook) JUICE CRUISE 2025 Blue Circle Health Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic ...

#1426 Horse Without Wheels

07 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Julianna, a dietitian, shares how her daughter's type 1 diabetes, dyslexia, and ADHD shape their active, travel-filled life, plus insights from her wo...

#1425 Voluntold

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jason, a military veteran with type 2 diabetes, shares his daughter's type 1 diagnosis, Mounjaro success, and his mother-in-law's misdiagnosis. Try de...

#1424 Para-Cyclist, Type 1 Warrior, Paralympian

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kate Brim is back with another compelling story of living with type 1 diabetes as a person with quadriplegia. Get your supplies from US MED  or call...

#1423 Out on the Island

04 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The mother of a 17 year old type 1 shares their story. Learn about Touched By Type 1 Learn about the Dexcom G6 and G7 CGM Use code JUICEBOX to save...

#1422 Small Sips: The Difference is Your Fear

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you can keep your BG stable at 200 you can keep it stable at 80. The only difference... JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic C...

#1421 Small Sips: Insulin Used Now Is For Later

02 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Insulin success is a lot about timing.  JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Champions Try delicious AG1 - Drink AG1.com/Juicebo...

#1420 Small Sips: Diabetes Is Hard

01 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Diabetes is always hard, but it doesn't have to feel impossible. JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Champions Try delicious AG1...

#1419 Death Farts

31 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Thalia's son has diabetes, gut issues and she shares a glucagon story.  JUICE CRUISE 2025 Learn about the Medtronic Champions Get your supplies from ...

#1418 IDU: Social Media

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott and Arden don't understand social media. Use code JUICEBOX to save 40% at Cozy Earth  Eversense CGM JUICE CRUISE 2025 Learn about the Medtroni...

#1417 Silver Lining

29 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Chelsea shares her journey through diabetes, ADHD, and major life changes, including self-discovery and mental health struggles. She opens up about re...

#1416 Force of Nature

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Angela, a fierce T1D advocate, navigates family-wide autoimmune battles, looping, and relentless advocacy for her daughter's health. CONTOUR NextGen s...

#1415 Blinded by the Light

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

After decades of uncontrolled diabetes and multiple eye surgeries due to diabetic retinopathy, Ryan discovered the Juicebox Podcast, completely change...

#1414 Great Flood

24 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Erin's 10-year-old daughter, Kylee, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes two years ago. Erin and her husband struggled with the diagnosis, asking, "Why ...

#1413 Low Dose Naltrexone

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Liz shares her family's autoimmune journey and how low-dose naltrexone helped. She highlights overlooked links between thyroid, insulin resistance, an...

#1412 Life Coach: Anonymous Female

22 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A woman in her 50s (anonymous T1D mom) seeks advice from Scott on leaving a psychologically abusive relationship. Use code JUICEBOX to save 40% at Coz...

#1411 GLP Essentials with Dr. Hamdy

21 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Hamdy, Medical Director of the Obesity Clinic Program and Inpatient Diabetes Program, discusses GLP medications and the important steps to take wh...

#1410 iLet User Experience

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Dakota moved from Omnipod 5 to iLet to lessen his carb counting burden.  Learn about the Dexcom G6 and G7 CGM Get your supplies from US MED  or c...

#1409 Weight Loss Diary: Sixteen

18 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sixteenth installment of my GLP journey JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Champions Try delicious AG1 - Drink AG1.com/Juicebox...

#1408 Yeah, Yeah, Yeah

17 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ashley's son wa diagnosed a year ago. He uses an iLet pump.  CONTOUR NextGen smart meter and CONTOUR DIABETES app Eversense CGM JUICE CRUISE 2025 Lea...

#1407 Talking Afrezza with Paul Hanson, RN, BSN, CDE, T1D

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Paul shares his extensive Afrezza knowledge.  JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Champions Try delicious AG1 - Drink AG1.com/J...

#1406 British Doughnuts

15 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Martin was sent by his wife.  Walk with Touched By Type 1 Take the T1DExchange survey JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Cham...

#1405 Needle Phobia

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Erika and Scott discuss needle phobia.  Use code JUICEBOX to save 40% at Cozy Earth  Get your supplies from US MED  or call 888-721-1514 Eversens...

#1404 Kevin Costner

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Melissa initially planned to share a glucagon story, but she recently learned she may have cancer, so the conversation shifted to that. JUICE CRUISE 2...

#1403 Grain Elevator

10 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Katie's daughter has type 1 and uses Omnipod 5 Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Champions Try delicious AG1 - Drink AG1.com/Juicebox I Have Vis...

#1402 Caregiver Burnout: Isolation and Stigma

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Isolation and stigma: Discovering new forms of support through online platforms Eversense CGM JUICE CRUISE 2025 Learn about the Medtronic Champions Tr...

#1401 Beta Bionics (iLet) Clinical Services Director

08 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kelly Postiglione Cook, Director of Clinical Services for iLet (Beta Bionics) answers listener questions. Kelly holds a Master of Science in Nursing f...

#1400 Canadian Invaders

07 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Erica shares her journey navigating type 1 diabetes with her young son while managing her husband's possible LADA diagnosis. JUICE CRUISE 2025 Learn a...

#1399 Glucagon Story: Different Sarah

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah shares her low BG stories.  JUICE CRUISE 2025 Learn about the Medtronic Champions Try delicious AG1 - Drink AG1.com/Juicebox I Have Vision Use ...

#1398 IDU: Why Laughter And Yawning Are Contagious

03 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Are laughter and yawning contagious?  JUICE CRUISE 2025 Learn about the Medtronic Champions Try delicious AG1 - Drink AG1.com/Juicebox I Have Vision ...

#1397 Caregiver Burnout: Navigating Social Experiences Post-Diagnosis

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

 Navigating social experiences post-diagnosis  Get your supplies from US MED  or call 888-721-1514 JUICE CRUISE 2025 Learn about the Medtronic Ch...

#1396 Camp Dumpster Fire

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kim's 13 year old daughter had a crappy diabetes camp experience - to say the least. Camp Chaos: A 13-year-old's diabetes mismanaged, leading to a cri...

#1395 Another Give Away!

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Your kid can win a trip to Camp Sweeney - listen for details.  JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat Hungryroot Screen It Like You Mean It Eversense CGM Learn about ...

#1394 What does Roxanne have?

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Did she, Don't She?  Try delicious AG1 - Drink AG1.com/Juicebox I Have Vision Use code JUICEBOX to save 40% at Cozy Earth  Get Gvoke HypoPen CONTOUR...

#1393 Website Update

28 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

JuiceboxPodcast.com Bold Beginnings Series Diabetes Pro Tip Series Defining Diabetes After Dark List of collections

#1392 From Start to Finish

27 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Saana is the mother and wife of a type 1. JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat Hungryroot Screen It Like You Mean It Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Champion...

#1391 Trust Fall

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Aisha has lived with type 1 for over 30 years. We talk about coming out, Afrezza and doctors that don't help. JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat Hungryroot Screen ...

#1390 A Juicebox Christmas Poem

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Merry Christmas to All!  Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Champions Use code JUICEBOX to save 40% at Cozy Earth  Get Gvoke HypoPen CONTOUR Ne...

#1389 Spirit of 76

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Terry has seen some things in his 76 years.  JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat Hungryroot Screen It Like You Mean It Eversense CGM Learn about the Medtronic Cham...

#1388 Multiverse

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bridget who is a former educator has 2 kids that have Type 1. We talk about raising a young type 1, 504 plans and planning for a possible school lockd...

#1387 Type I Don't Know

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Derek was diagnosed as T2 and then T1 and then T2 and maybe T1. Learn about the Dexcom G6 and G7 CGM Go tubeless with Omnipod 5 or Omnipod DASH * Ge...

#1386 From JAX to Indy

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Stephanie uses a Mobi pump and has had type 1 for 26 years. Get Gvoke HypoPen CONTOUR NextGen smart meter and CONTOUR DIABETES app Learn about the De...

#1385 Estate Sale

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Katy, living with T1D since age 11, shares her journey through inadequate early care, insurance struggles, GLP medication challenges, and managing lif...

#1384 Misdiagnosed and Misguided

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Heather, 50, was diagnosed with T1D 18 months after an initial T2 diagnosis. JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat Hungryroot Screen It Like You Mean It Eversense CGM...

#1383 I'm Not Calm

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Tess is a mother of four, her third child has type 1 diabetes. He plays a lot of sports. Screen It Like You Mean It Eversense CGM Learn about the Medt...

#1382 Meditations

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Brian's journey with his son's diagnosis, family reactions, & personal growth through therapy. JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat Hungryroot Screen It Like You Mea...

#1381 There's No Such Thing as Free

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kathryn works at Integrated Diabetes Services as an exercise physiologist and diabetes care specialist. JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat Hungryroot Screen It Lik...

#1380 IDU: Why People Care About What Other People Do

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jenny doesn't understand why care what other people are doing? JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat Hungryroot Screen It Like You Mean It Eversense CGM Learn about t...

#1379 Love At First Slice

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jay is 72, T1D since he was in his 30s.He started out in EMS and nursing and got into teaching. He's passionate about 504 plans. JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat...

#1378 Heading to College with Type 1 - Low Blood Glucose Incidents

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Part three of a three part series on going to college with type 1 diabetes. DESCRIPTION GOES HERE JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat Hungryroot Screen It Like You ...

#1377 Heading to College with Type 1 - Caregiving

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Part two of a three part series on going to college with type 1 diabetes. DESCRIPTION GOES HERE JUICE CRUISE 2025 Eat Hungryroot Screen It Like You Me...