Not Your Type

The Discovery of Insulin

100 years ago, the first dose of insulin was administered to a child dying from diabetes, and it saved his life. Let's take a look at how this innovation came to be, the key players behind it, and the impact it has had on millions across the world. 
 
Resources: 
https://www.diabetes.org.uk/research/research-impact/insulin 
https://diabetes.org/blog/history-wonderful-thing-we-call-insulin 
https://theconversation.com/the-discovery-of-insulin-a-story-of-monstrous-egos-and-toxic-rivalries-172820

National Diabetes Awareness Month

November marks the beginning of an important month in the diabetes community- National Diabetes Awareness Month! Learn more about the history of this spectacular month and the ways you can get involved this November!

Sister Support: Diabetes Impact on Family | Miss South Carolina, Jill Dudley

When Jill's brother was diagnosed with T1D at 14, her entire family dynamic changed. Diabetes never affects just one person, find out how she uses her brother's experience and her role as a supporting figure to create change throughout the state and country. 

23 Things I Learned in 23 Years

IT'S MY BIRTHDAY!! If you're listening on October 3rd, that is. I'm turning 23 this year and wanted to hop on a trend I've seen a lot throughout the years. Here are some life lessons I've learned and continue to work on as I head into my 23rd year!

Rhinestones & Representation | Miss Lakeville, Lily Jeswald

Representation is arguably one of the most important issues the diabetic community is facing. Lily Jeswald, Miss Lakeville 2022, is making that a priority. Listen to hear about her experience living with T1D and what she's doing to bring representation to light. 

A Pharmacist’s Role in Diabetes | Miss Springfield 2022, Arielle Michael

Want to know more about the behind-the-scenes of diabetes? We are joined by recent pharmacy school graduate Arielle Michael as she shares with us her role in diabetes and the advocacy work she has done. 

My Why

Hello & welcome to the first episode of the Not Your Type podcast! Together, we will be navigating the realities of diabetes from those that live with it.
In this premiere episode, join me, host Alysa Goethe, as I share the reason I started this podcast, my connection to diabetes, and the exciting future in store. Want to find out my "why" and what comes next? Listen to find out more!