Diabetes Nerd
Seriously? Another diabetes podcast? Yup. I couldn't help myself: I love talking about real life with type 1 and type 2 diabetes with friends, strangers, colleagues, and clinicians. Why not record these chats and share them with you?
We're talking about daily life with diabetes, managing insulin, cure research, new therapies, CGMs and pumps, and our mental health while we juggle it all.
These are real conversations. No scripts.
This podcast is simply a real conversation about life with type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
ABOUT THE HOST:
Ginger Vieira has lived with type 1 diabetes since 1999. She is an author, advocate, journalist, content creator, and diabetes content marketing specialist. Over the years, she's published many books, including Exercise with Type 1 Diabetes, Dealing with Diabetes Burnout, Pregnancy with Type 1 Diabetes, and more!
Find more from Ginger at DiabetesNerd.com
Episodes
52 episodes
This Could Help You Change Everything You’re Struggling with Diabetes
Made a mistake with your insulin dose? Not a failure.Figured out your current diabetes routine isn't working for you?Also, not a failure.Changed up your diabetes care team?Also, not a failure.SPOILER: ...
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37:50
“I Need Help!” Mom of 2 Kids with T1D Called 911
Join the Diabetes Nerd Network!If you're the parent of a child or children with type 1 diabetes (T1D), this is one episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast you won't want to miss. Tod...
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48:44
The Truth About GLP-1 Drugs and Sudden Vision Loss
Join the Diabetes Nerd Network!You've heard the rumors... "GLP-1s are causing blindness." But have you heard the science? Have you listened to your doctors? Have you read the rese...
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35:23
When Type 1 Diabetes Turns Into Obsessive Thoughts
Join the Diabetes Nerd Network!What happens when managing type 1 diabetes (T1D) starts to turn into obsessive thoughts?Where is the line between responsible diabetes care...
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49:35
She Skipped Her Insulin in Her 20s: Here's What Happened 10 Years Later
JOIN THE DIABETES NERD NETWORK!In this deeply honest episode of the Diabetes Nerd podcast, Ginger sits down with Mary Ann Chamberlain to talk about a chapter of diabetes that does...
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51:06
Using Pig Cells to Cure Type 1 Diabetes Without Immunosuppression
Join the Diabetes Nerd Network!In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, we speak with special guest Michael Revland, who took part in a groundbreaking pig islet cell transpla...
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51:15
Nearly Cured of Type 1 Diabetes: One Woman’s Journey in the Eledon Trial
In this week's very special episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, we chat with Katie Beth Hand, who shares her experience with the Elodon clinical trial. Katie Beth is a participant in Eledon Pharmaceuticals' clinical trial using a...
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55:04
Live with Diabetes? Don't Fall for the Low-Carb Trap!
The new food pyramid just dropped, and it's left a lot of people with various forms of diabetes feeling confused: "What do we do now?""Who even follows this?""Should I follow this?"<...
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44:22
You Won't Believe: She Was Relieved to Have T1D
Katie Albers was misdiagnosed for 14 years. Her doctor told her she had gestational diabetes during her first pregnancy in 2008. She accepted the answer at first. Katie had no idea that the diagnosis would turn into a 14-year medic...
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41:15
The Dark Side of Dieting With Type 1 Diabetes
An "all-or-nothing" approach to food with type 1 diabetes (T1D) can have dangerous consequences, including a toxic relationship with something we should be able to enjoy. Today, we're joined by Obesity & Diabetes Specialist Hay...
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45:11
They Told Us We Wouldn't Live This Long with T1D
Think type 1 diabetes (T1D) is a life-limiter?Think again!In this week's episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, we sit down with Riva Greenberg, an international speaker, thought partner, and diabetes advocate.
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39:21
Yes, Your T1D Diagnosis is a Trauma
Content Warning: This episode discusses sexual abuse, suicidal thoughts, and human trafficking. Listener discretion is advised.If you or someone you love has experienced sexual abuse, confidential support is ...
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50:04
Why Exercise Feels So Much Harder With Type 1 Diabetes
In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, we’re talking with Matt Rehrig about what it really takes to build muscle with diabetes—yes, even with insulin in the mix.We dig into st...
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49:02
He Dropped 40 Pounds and 4 Points in His A1C
In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd podcast, we’re chatting with Kirk Pero about his journey with type 2 diabetes (T2D). Kirk spills on his diagnosis story, the lifestyle moves he’s made—including dietary tweaks and getting active—and ...
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37:38
Success with Type 1.5 Diabetes (You're Not Crazy!)
In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, we talk with Linnea May Huxford about how to succeed with Type 1.5 Diabetes (also known as Latent Autoimmune Diabetes...
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36:02
9 Months After Pancreas Transplant: Is It Still Working?
Nine months after a dual organ transplant, Ali Dugger never thought she would be living the life she does today. Sure, things aren't perfect, but her gratitude is contagious!&nbs...
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39:30
We Tested the Twiist Pump… Here’s the Truth
We chatted with Lindsay Cohen about the real-life chaos of type 1 diabetes (T1D)—the highs, the lows, and the stuff no brochure prepares you for. Plus, the importance of health equity and access to care.Today, we got into a hot topic in...
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35:24
Insulin Resistance: The Hidden T1D Problem
In this episode, we chat with Aimee Jose about the power of everyday movement and its impact on insulin resistance.Aimee breaks down how physical activity doesn’t have to mean gym memberships, punishing workouts, or finding an extra hou...
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45:30
Ridiculously Easy Blood Sugar Hack
Meet the guy who made “checking your blood sugar without moving” a real thing.In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, John—T1D veteran and creator of the Glucose Projector—shares the story behind his hands-free blood glucose displ...
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30:54
I Realized THIS Matters Most in Diabetes
Living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) isn’t just a medical reality—it’s a lifelong relationship. In this soulful, candid conversation, Neil Greathouse opens up about his own journey, from years of brushing diabetes aside to finally choosing...
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1:02:47
Aging with Type 1 Diabetes
Can you imagine living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) until age 100? Just a decade ago, that might have seemed impossible. But now, things are different. Joanne Milo, a T1D advocate, author, blogger, DIY loop creator, and founder of T1D to 100, is ...
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58:05
Insulin, Carbs, Turning 40, and Feeding Your Body
In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, we sit down with one of our favorite people, BJ Garceau, to talk insulin, turning 40, running marathons, and what it really means to take ...
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44:04
She Was Misdiagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes
Diabetes misdiagnoses can change—and endanger—lives.In this episode of the Diabetes Nerd Podcast, we sit down with Logan, who was misdiagnosed with type 2 diabetes. She opens up about the emotional toll, pregnancy complications, and the...
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39:12
Pregnancy & Type 1 Diabetes: What Every Woman Should Know
What’s it really like to manage diabetes during pregnancy?We talked with Dr. Camille E. Powe, a leading expert who helps women navigate this tough but powerful journey. She shared how diabetes care has changed, why insulin resistance is...
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