Blogging Diabetes Podcasts with Tony Rose

In this episode of the Blogging Diabetes Podcast I spend some time talking with Tarra Robinson about living for 30+ years with diabetes and more recently her bouts with hypoglycemic unawareness.  Tarra raised money to get a diabetic alert dog back in 2010 and it's been a life-saving decision that you can tell she is passionate about. Also in this episode are some of my opinions about the T:Slim insulin pump system, my update on the Paleo diet, completion of the Discovery of Insulin book and a few very interesting articles in the news. If you listen to this podcast through iTunes, I would appreciate a rating and/or review! Mentions: Episode 45 Previous podcast Tarra on Twitter and her amazing blog Diabetic Alert Dog and their Facebook page TSlim - Insulin delivery system Symphony tCGM System - Needle free CGM Paleo Diet Article - New Type 1 Statistics Breakthrough: Discovery of Insulin book ADA Scientific Sessions 2013 - Chicago Run time: 1:09:02 How to Review in iTunes iTunes Subscribe to the Blogging Diabetes Podcast:    

In this episode of the Blogging Diabetes Podcast I spend some time talking about the challenges I've run into with physical activity (yard work, landscaping, mowing grass and traditional exercise) and my blood sugars.  I'm in a situation where I want to be acutely focused on improving both my A1c and losing some weight so I feel better.  It seems to me that it's very difficult to do both of these things without waiting years for results them. When I focus on improving one area the other area seems to suffer. Also included in this podcast is a bit of a rant about stress and how it impacts blood sugars and overall health.  I hope you enjoy the show!  My wife and I are expecting our baby REAL soon. The due date is 6/21 with her last two pregnancies going 8 and 9 days early for our daughters.  Any guess when my #3 will be here? Mentions: Episode 44 Previous podcast and interview with Lisa Hughes Socialcam MyFitnessPal Diatribe - Kelly Close Glooko - Accu-Chek NYC Proposal to ban large sugary drinks 72nd Scientific Sessions Basic food scale American Association of Diabetes Educators Digital Health Summit Friends for Life Orlando 2012 Run time: 33:28 How to Review in iTunes iTunes Subscribe to the Blogging Diabetes Podcast:      

In this episode of the Blogging Diabetes Podcast I spend time with Lisa talking through her 37 years with type 1 diabetes.  This episode discusses the "dark" side of diabetes and the complications that can happen to those living with diabetes. My approach to the complication side of diabetes is to do my best each day with the hope that if anything happens down the road I won't have any regrets. I don't want to look back and regret not taking better care of myself knowing that there is always an opportunity to do better and improve.  Life with diabetes needs to have a balance between living life and managing a disease that never lets up. Going to the extreme left or right isn't a life that I think I would want to live. I want to thank Lisa again for being on the show this week and talking about the things many people may not want to think about or face.  I hope you enjoy the show! Mentions: Episode 43 Previous podcast Friends for Life Orlando 2012 Banana vs. Sports Drink Study Early colon screening article Vitamin D study FDA Approves Levemir for kids 2-5 yrs old (T1 and T2 diabetes) Lisa Hughes (Laraine) on twitter, Facebook and gmail (lisalaraine724(at)gmail.com) Genetic testing for diabetes NPH Insulin Diabetic Retinopathy Kidney Disease Article - Tight glucose control no help to Kidneys Dialysis: Hemodialysis and Peritoneal Neuropathy Petflow.com Run time: 1:00:53 How to Review in iTunes iTunes Subscribe to the Blogging Diabetes Podcast:  

In this episode of the Blogging Diabetes Podcast I go in depth on my visit to the Lilly headquarters in Indianapolis for the Diabetes Blogger Summit with a focus on social media. It was very nice to see, interact and discuss social media with my fellow friends from the diabetes online community and Lilly Diabetes team. There was a lot of feedback given to the Lilly Diabetes team and hopefully we will see change and even more interaction. With a lot of regulations and scrutiny on pharmaceutical companies with communications and social media, it's definitely an uphill battle, but one that can be overcome. The environment, workspace and history of Lilly was quite impressive and you could feel the pride in their building and archives for what they have created. As I discuss, there is clearly a right way and wrong way to approach social media. If the wrong path is taken, it can be detrimental to the company and they would have been better off not doing anything. There are so many good examples of companies using social media to interact, gauge customer satisfaction, troubleshoot, listen, test and respond to customers that can be used to learn from. I could write pages here, but it's all in the podcast. I hope you enjoy and please let me know if you have any questions that I didn't cover. Important (Transparency): Lilly Diabetes invited me to attend the event at their corporate center and paid for my airfare, travel, hotel and meals while I was at the event. I was not asked to write or talk about the event and the opinions expressed herein are my own. Mentions: Episode 42 Previous podcast and Tour de Cure recap Video D-Shorts Disney/Lilly Books at Family.com/type 1 Lilly Diabetes Lillypad Discovery of Insulin book tweens Further Reading - Related Posts on Summit (will update as news ones are added) This is Caleb D-Mom and follow up Diabetesmine (Mike H.) Texting My Pancreas Arden's Day                        

In this episode of the Blogging Diabetes Podcast I review the steps I go through when I can't lower my blood sugars and some tips I've found. There has been some sad news over the last few weeks and I reveal my thoughts and revelations about where I am in my life. It has been a few weeks, but I finally go in depth about the Tour de Cure ride, my surprise, getting lost, the ride and what I thought about my first event.  There were quite a few items in the news that I caught up on and discuss in this episode along with a few upcoming events.  Finally, I will be attending a blogger conference at Lilly (Diabetes) on Monday in Indy with them fully covering all expenses (full disclosure). I can't wait to meet up with some fellow friends from the diabetes community and discuss real-living with diabetes. I will report back next week.  Have a great weekend! Mentions: Episode 41 Previous podcast with Lorraine/Caleb Sisto Beastie Boys - MCA Junior Seau Tour de Cure Red Riders Clif - Shot Bloks (no caffeine, energy gel has caffeine) Mid Altantic Waterproofing - TdC top donator iBGStar iphone app and BG meter Steve Cooksey - Article Novo Nordisk - Article Caffeine can be good? Article Joslin - On the Road program and Article Article on diet Lilly Diabetes Diabetes Sisters Event Field of Dreams - 3rd Annual Wiffleball Tourney Run time: 45:17 How to Review in iTunes Have feedback, want to sponsor the show or would you like to be a guest on the podcast or have someone in mind you would like me to have on?  Just drop me a message using the following: BDP Hotline for voice mail or text messages: 410-774-6079 tony@bloggingdiabetes.com Post a comment below iTunes Review Subscribe to the Blogging Diabetes Podcast:    

In this episode of the Blogging Diabetes Podcast I interview Lorraine Sisto who has a son (Caleb) with Type 1 diabetes. Caleb was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at the young age of 3 and he and Lorraine have been "schooling" diabetes ever since.  I've known Lorraine for a few years and really enjoyed catching up with her and talking about Caleb who is a truly special boy. If you don't know Lorraine or Caleb, you can go to the link below and visit their site. With Mother's Day coming on Sunday I thought it would be a perfect opportunity to talk with a D-Mom about diabetes and her son that was pretty emotional. If you've listened to me for a bit you'll know I have a very special place in my heart for children with diabetes and the parents who care for them. Lorraine and Caleb are really crushing it with their diabetes management and it's proven with the numbers. After the interview I added a special surprise that even Lorraine didn't know about. I hope you enjoy the show! Happy Mother's Day to my amazing mom, my beautiful wife and mother of our children and all the moms out there listening and visiting today! Mentions: Episode 40 Previous podcast with Brenda Novak Lorraine & Caleb's website: This is Caleb Lorraine on twitter Team Type 1 Dexcom - continuous glucose monitor Omnipod - insulin pump Run time: 1:01:48 How to Review in iTunes  

In this episode of the Blogging Diabetes Podcast I discuss a quick update on my training progress towards Saturday's Tour de Cure ride. After talking with Phil Southerland a few weeks ago, I got his book and just finished it last weekend. Briefly in this episode, I share some insights on the book and what I thought. It has been a crazy week with the flu having it's way in our house and a scare with Gestational Diabetes.  I really enjoyed talking with Brenda and hope she crushes it again this year with her auction because it goes towards a great cause. I hope you enjoy this episode! Mentions: Episode 39 Previous podcast Almost at my goal sitting at 92% – Last chance to support the Tour de Cure and my 32 mile ride Finished "Not Dead Yet" by Phil Southerland Brenda Novak - Best selling author Tips on maximizing your fundraising efforts Brenda's Diabetes Auction site and twitter Diabetes Research Institute (DRI) Gestational Diabetes Gina Capone - Congratulations! Run time: 56:27 How to Review in iTunes  

In this episode of the Blogging Diabetes Podcast I discuss a little bit about the Tour de Cure and my progress along with last weekend's training ride.  Also, packed into this episode are the reasons why I had to go to 3 doctors in 4 days with two being unplanned.  I rarely regret decisions in my life and this episode includes one of the decisions or changes I would make if I could go back 15 years or so.  I'm really excited to share some promising news that hit recently and also let you know about two upcoming diabetes related events. I hope you enjoy this episode! Mentions: Episode 38 Previous podcast – Interview with Phil Southerland author of "Not Dead Yet" and Co Founder of Team Type 1 Almost at my goal sitting at 90% - Support the Tour de Cure and my 32 mile ride Strava Cycling App (Free & Paid versions) My A1c - check out the Newsletter to see my complete history of A1cs New Cycling page Georgia Governor - Press release Diabetes Sisters event DRI's Strock Golf Classic Food Inc. Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead Run time: 27:53 How to Review in iTunes  

Blogging Diabetes Podcast Episode 38 Some topics I cover are: Episode 37 Previous podcast – Interview with Angela Medearis Team Type 1 Sanofi - Cycling team (top 25 in the world) on twitter and facebook Phil Southerland on twitter Race Across America - record holder (23.5 Mph average) Team Type 1 Diabetes Sports Research Institute Dr. Bode - Phil's doctor and guest on episode 33 Phil's Book - "Not Dead Yet": as of this post I'm about 1/3 of the way through it and it's excellent Premier Athletes with Type 1: Jay Cutler NFL, Clint Crabtree, Phil Southerland and Team Type 1, Chris Dudley NBA and many more Support the Tour de Cure and my 32 mile ride Hammer Gel - carbs for riding that Phil mentioned Article - Insulin for those with Type 2 diabetes (free setup required) Study - BG Test/A1c decline as children get older Bowling for a Cure with Vince Wilfork sponsored by Joslin & DRI on 4/26 in Milford, MA (Tickets required) Run time: 57:10 How to Review in iTunes  

Blogging Diabetes Podcast Episode 37 Some topics I cover are: Episode 36 Prior show with Clint Crabtree Interview The Kitchen Diva's Diabetic Cookbook and Kindle version Article - Lilly Diabetes college scholarship and Friends for Life scholarship Scholarship application page and 4/15 deadline DRI - American Fine Wine Competition Gala 4/19 with Emeril Legasse More from Angela on her website Angela's episodes on Hulu Goal of writing a cookbook for those with diabetes Tips for parents to get their kids to eat healthy Rapid fire Q&A with Angela Help me out with the Tour de Cure by clicking HERE to donate any amount Run time: 56:46 How to Review in iTunes    

Blogging Diabetes Podcast Episode 36 Some topics I cover are: Episode 35 Previous podcast Clint Crabtree - MMA Gym owner, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and MMA Champ, Desert Storm Vet and Type 1 Wrestling and cutting weight with diabetes My Tour de Cure and check out the new road bike Strava in Action and LOVE it Endura Hummvee Mountain Biking Shorts and Jersey (Affiliate) Kids and martial arts Tips for healthy eating at fast food places (I'm a believer) My lack of being able to say Brazilian Jiu Jitsu You can donate now to my Tour de Cure ride by clicking HERE (I can't wait to ride it!) Run time: 1:08:22 How to Review in iTunes iTunes Review  

Blogging Diabetes Podcast Episode 35 Some topics I cover are: Episode 34 Previous podcast – Interview with Scott Johnson New equipment for the show Trek 2.1 or Trek 1.1 Road Bikes American Diabetes Association - Tour de Cure My original diagnosis date Penalized for low body fat with diabetes Alternate infusion set and CGM sites Post dinner blood sugar challenges Article about the FDA approval for outpatient testing of the artificial pancreas Sara's Crystal Bowersox video at the DRI Walk with Walgreens Design of Medical Devices in Minneapolis, MN on April 10-12 Run time: 36:23 How to Review in iTunes  

Blogging Diabetes Podcast Episode 34 Some topics I cover are: Episode 33 Previous podcast – Interview with Dr. Bruce Bode Interview with Scott Johnson who has lived with T1 diabetes for 32 years Find Scott on Twitter and DSMA Cozmo Pump (discontinued) Will Dubois and Allison Blass, both featured on DiabetesMine Joslin Diabetes Center Awards for diabetes milestones Scott recommends "Think Like a Pancreas" for best book on diabetes Team Wild Tour De Cure and Red Rider Ginger, diabetes coach who works with Scott and author of "Your Diabetes Science Experiment" Type 1 University DSMA Live with Scott, Cherise and George Subscribe (FREE) to the BDP on iTunes Fraud Alert about phone calls with "free" diabetes supply offer Dexcom 4 sensors with FDA for approval RunKeeper App - Best for Runners Strava App - Best for Cyclists MyNetDiary App - Online food diary with exercise log DRI Events coming up in FL and NY on March 24 and 25 Joslin Event on March 26 in Boston Run time: 1:03:42 How to Review in iTunes    

Blogging Diabetes Podcast Episode 33 Some topics I cover are: Episode 32 Previous podcast - aggressive vs. passive diabetes management Correction to previous podcast regarding my comment on "Think Like a Pancreas" Video and upcoming post on blood sugar standard deviation Dexcomand hypo unawareness Complexities of timing insulin with food absorption Reuters - Anabolic before anaerobic exercise to control blood sugar FDA approves Abbott FreeStyle Insulinx Glucose Monitor Dr. Bruce Bode, a renowned MD and diabetes specialist at Atlanta Diabetes Association Metronic Paradigm Veo Insulin Pump FDA Approves Metronic Resolute Stent  Artificial Pancreas Low Glucose Suspend Symlin, Halizon (sp?), and increase absorption options IBG Star, iphone blood sugar meter Future of diabetes, near and long term Best Tip for those newly diagnosed with diabetes *Must Hear* Run time: 37:21 How to Review in iTunes iTunes Review  

Blogging Diabetes Podcast Episode 32 Some topics I cover are: Episode 31 Previous podcast and interview with Stephanie Darling Dexcom Seven CGM Retinopathy Think Like a Pancreas Telcare BGM Dexcom sensor tape via Kerri at SixUntilMe Opsite Flexifix via Amazon Bionic Pancreas trial in NH Sanofi Data Design Diabetes Innovation Challenge FDA Approved first Heart stent for diabetics 2012 Data Design Diabetes Innovation Challenge from Data Design Diabetes on Vimeo. Run time: 42:26 How to Review in iTunes iTunes Review