Not Your Type

How To Make Your Voice Heard

Do you want to advocate for diabetes but not sure where to start? This episode is for you! As someone who has been a fierce advocate for 13 years, I share a few tips and ideas to get you started on your journey to advocating for the diabetes community. 

Insurance, Pharmacies, Policies, Oh My! | feat. George Huntley, CEO of DPAC

Do you get overwhelmed when thinking about health insurance? Do you struggle to understand the confusing world of health care? Well, me too. This episode is for you! Learn from the CEO of the Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition & Diabetes Leadership Council on the barriers to health care, how to go about choosing a plan, and what some of the key terms mean. 
DPAC:
www.diabetespac.org
@diabetespac 

2023 Wrapped

It's time for a 2023 recap! Want to reminisce on the guests, episodes, and accomplishments we made this year in the diabetes community? Listen along as we recount all the fun from the past year and look toward 2024!

Making the Impossible Possible | Miss America 1999, Nicole Johnson

We are joined by none other than Miss America 1999, Dr. Nicole Johnson. She was a history maker as the first person with diabetes to win the title and show off her devices publicly at that level. In this episode, we discuss her 25-year Miss America anniversary and the continuous work she’s done for the diabetes community.

A Family Affair | feat. my brother, Zach

What's it like to see your sibling deal with a life-altering diagnosis? How does it affect the entire family? What is it like having multiple generations of diabetics? My brother and I know the answers all too well. This special episode delves into all the hardships and beautiful blessings that occur when diabetes changes a life. 

My 12th Diaversary

Diaversary: A day commemorating one's diabetes diagnosis. Today, August 22nd, marks my twelfth year living with T1D. Today, I'm reflecting on my journey and the significance of honoring this special day each year. 

Managing Stress

Stress is a normal part of life, and it's important to learn how to deal with it. But how does it manifest in your body? How does it impact diabetes? What can you do to manage your stress? Listen to this episode to hear the science behind it and gain a few tips on stress management!
Follow me: @missamericaia

Updates: The Highs and Lows

It's been a while. Want to know what I've been up to? Listen to hear everything life has thrown my way as we take a break from our regular schedule to discuss Miss Iowa, family health, and the future of this show. 

Mental Health and Diabetes

I live with mental illness, as do 40% of the diabetes community. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and as we face a mental health crisis in America, it is vital that we open up discussions surrounding it. 

Pregnancy and Parenthood | feat. Stephanie Weaver (@the.diabetesdiary)

There are a lot of myths and fears surrounding pregnancy and parenthood with diabetes. But how many of them are true? What is it actually like to manage T1D during and after those 9 months? Hear Stephanie's story as she breaks down these misconceptions in time for Mother's Day!