A bonus clip from episode #008 with Libby Russell: a look behind the scenes of recording Beta Cell and the interesting (and delicious) conversations that can sometimes occur.

Bonus Episode #008: Libby Russell

Kids are heading off to college for the first time and, in addition to all the normal college anxieties, people with T1D have to figure out how T1D fits into their social lives. In this bonus clip from episode #009 with Trevor Torres, he talks about how he used T1D as an ice breaker to meet new people.

Bonus Episode #009: Trevor Torres

Grace Bonney is the founder of the popular design blog Design*Sponge. In January of 2016, at 35 years old, Grace was misdiagnosed with type 2 diabetes. After several weeks of starving herself, going on fast walks several times a day, and taking drugs that left her in excruciating pain in order to keep her blood sugars somewhat under control, she suspected that she probably had type 1 diabetes instead. Grace talks about realizing how little doctors know about T1D, running a business after being diagnosed, and discussing her diagnosis publicly online.

Grace’s new book, In the Company of Women, will be in stores on October 4th.

#010: Grace Bonney

For National Diabetes Awareness Month, Beta Cell has partnered with JDRF to produce a 4-part "T1D Looks Like Me" podcast series. Every Monday this month we’ll release a new episode on a different topic and JDRF will post additional resources and materials on their website to go along with it. Here's a preview of what's in store.

To make sure you don’t miss any of these great episodes, subscribe to Beta Cell on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music, or the NPR One app. 

You can find Beta Cell on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram at @betacellpodcast.

T1D Looks Like Me Trailer

In the first year of Beta Cell, we had conversations with some truly inspiring people living with type 1 diabetes. We recap some of our favorite moments to celebrate our first birthday.

The First Year

In this first special “T1D Looks Like Me” episode of Beta Cell, Greg and Kristina Dooley, proud parents of six year old triplets, share their story of finding the right school for one of their daughters, Isabella, who is living with type 1 diabetes.

To get more resources related to sending your child to school or to be connected with a JDRF volunteer who has experience in diabetes in the school setting, check out JDRF’s school related resources at jdrf.org/t1d-resources.

This podcast is a partnership between JDRF and Beta Cell podcast.

#011: Sending Isa to School

On World Diabetes Day this special “T1D Looks Like Me” episode of Beta Cell, features JDRF Chief Mission Officer, Aaron Kowalski talking about the differences between type 1 and type 2, the past and future of insulin, and promising research for all types of diabetes.

For more information about how your voice can help secure legislative support for research, influence sound policymaking, and improve the quality of life for all those affected by type 1 diabetes, visit jdrf.org.

This podcast is a partnership between JDRF and Beta Cell podcast.

#012: Every Advance Counts: Lessening the Burden of T1D

Blogger and playwright Jessie Bear talks about how an initial diagnosis with type 2 diabetes 2 ½ years ago has taken her on a journey of self-discovery, self-love, and even self-loathing. Caution: the content of this podcast is heartfelt and extremely candid.

Join us at TypeOneNation.org and tell us about your T1D journey and how life with this disease has shaped your approach to life. 

This podcast is a partnership between JDRF and Beta Cell.

#013: Type 1 Diabetes: Do you Ever Hit your Stride?

Will Pericak of the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks  and Jordan Morris MLS player on the Seattle Sounders talk about not letting T1D stop them from playing and excelling at the sports they love. 

This podcast is a partnership between JDRF and Beta Cell.

#014: Will Pericak and Jordan Morris Talk T1D as Professional Athletes in Seattle

A show about the people living with type 1 diabetes, hosted by Craig Stubing.

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