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Type 1 on 1 | Diabetes Stories

Type 1 on 1 | Diabetes Stories

By: Jen Grieves
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 Type 1 on 1 is a podcast that delves into the obscure, complex and challenging world of life with type 1 diabetes.

Writer and broadcaster Jen Grieves, who was diagnosed at the age of 8, talks to compelling guests about their experiences of living with type 1 diabetes and how it’s shaped them - showing that there is no ‘normal’ when it comes to handling this wild chronic condition.Copyright Jenny Grieves Hygiene & Healthy Living Social Sciences
Episodes
  • 10 things I wish I'd known sooner about living with type 1 diabetes

    10 things I wish I'd known sooner about living with type 1 diabetes
    Dec 18 2025
    I know what you’re thinking… surely there’s more than 10 things?

    You’d be correct.

    But if I really thought about all the things I wish I'd known sooner about living with type 1 diabetes, I’d be here forever. Because trying to wade through the chaos that is managing this ridiculous chronic illness is a constant learning curve.

    Type 1 diabetes a never-ending game, a quest that is impossible to complete - and one that we’re often left to figure out alone. Despite the best of intentions from loved ones, and even if you have access to amazing healthcare teams, 24/7/365, it’s us.

    And we don’t know what we don’t know - until we’re forced to confront it for the first time with critical urgency and a double down arrow…

    BUT! I have found that are certain things - tools, information, perspectives - that I’ve gathered in my almost thirty years of living with type 1 diabetes that have helped. A lot. And I’d quite like to go back and give them to my younger self - because she had a tough time of it for a while.

    So whether you’re newly diagnosed with type 1 diabetes or you’ve been doing this for a while, hopefully there’s something in here for you.

    DISCLAIMER
    Nothing you hear on Type 1 on 1 should be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes or health management.

    PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS MENTIONED
    14 lessons that have helped me to live with type 1 diabetes
    The road to acceptance with type 1 diabetes
    5 ways I increased my time in range as a person with type 1 diabetes
    VIDEO: 24 Lessons In 24 Years with Type 1 Diabetes
    The psychology of food and type 1 diabetes with nutritional therapist Beth Edwards

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    SPONSOR MESSAGE
    This episode of Type 1 on 1 is sponsored by Dexcom. Using Dexcom CGM has given me so much confidence to make informed diabetes treatment decisions in the moment.

    You can choose to wear it on your arm or your abdomen, and all Dexcom CGMs have the share and follow feature even when connected to an insulin pump, so family and friends can see your glucose levels and get alerts, giving that extra bit of support when needed.

    Head to Dexcom.com to request a free Dexcom ONE+ sample.

    Always read the user manual for important product aspects and limitations. Talk to your doctor for diabetes management terms and conditions and terms of use.
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    48 mins
  • Choosing the right insulin pump: An expert's guide to automated insulin delivery systems

    Choosing the right insulin pump: An expert's guide to automated insulin delivery systems
    Dec 11 2025
    ‘Think about the 20% of things that make 80% of the difference.’Last week I spoke about my own experience of using a tubed vs tubeless automated insulin delivery system to manage my type 1 diabetes. But for a full breakdown of the current hybrid closed loop systems on the market, I knew I had to call in some expert help.John Pemberton’s wisdom and knowledge was made abundantly clear in his recent episode of Type 1 on 1. The diabetes specialist dietician, diabetes technology consultant, diabetes educator, type 1 diabetic and founder of The Glucose Never Lies spoke candidly to me about why he dedicates so much of his time to building an online resource to help people living with type 1 diabetes.This episode is a special focus on the four main automated insulin delivery (AID) insulin pump systems currently on the market, using John’s helpful superhero personas to take a deep dive into each one, and highlight the most important features among this almighty line up.Spoiler: They’re all great, and there is no wrong choice.But if you’re curious about insulin pumps and haven’t yet been able to find a way to compare them all, this one’s for you. The automated insulin delivery systems we dig into in this episode are:Tandem Control IQ: Control and flexibility aka Spider-ManCamAPS FX mylife Loop: Highly adaptable and strategic aka BatmanOmnipod 5: Sleek, simple, and futuristic aka Iron ManMedtronic 780G: Powerful and aggressive aka The HulkDISCLAIMER Nothing you hear on Type 1 on 1 should be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes or health management.CONNECT WITH JOHNJohn’s first episode on Type 1 on 1 (Spotify)John’s first episode on Type 1 on 1 (YouTube)More information on CGM RegulationThe Glucose Never Lies: Choosing your AID superheroThe Glucose Never Lies WebsiteThe Glucose Never Lies Podcast on SpotifyJOIN THE TYPE 1 ON 1 COMMUNITY: Come and say hi @studiotype1on1 on Instagram.Visit the Type 1 on 1 website.Subscribe to the Type 1 on 1 newsletter.SPONSOR MESSAGEThis episode of Type 1 on 1 is sponsored by Dexcom. Using Dexcom CGM has given me so much confidence to make informed diabetes treatment decisions in the moment.You can choose to wear it on your arm or your abdomen, and all Dexcom CGMs have the share and follow feature even when connected to an insulin pump, so family and friends can see your glucose levels and get alerts, giving that extra bit of support when needed.Head to Dexcom.com to request a free Dexcom ONE+ sample.Always read the user manual for important product aspects and limitations. Talk to your doctor for diabetes management terms and conditions and terms of use.
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Omnipod 5 or MyLife Ypsopump Loop? My real world insulin pump experience

    Omnipod 5 or MyLife Ypsopump Loop? My real world insulin pump experience
    Dec 4 2025
    Trying to figure out which insulin pump might work best for your needs as a person with type 1 diabetes isn't always easy.

    With more availability comes more choice, which is a great thing. I've now used both the Omnipod 5 and MyLife Loop Ypsopump CamAPS hybrid closed loop systems, so today's episode is a little deep dive into the two based on my real world experience.

    I chat through some of the similarities and differences as I've found them, from exercise to tubing to changing the pump and alarms, speaking from my personal perspective about how they both fit into my lifestyle as someone living with type 1 diabetes. If you're considering one of these insulin pumps, or a hybrid closed loop system in general, you may find this epsiode useful!

    DISCLAIMER
    I am not a healthcare professional and nothing you hear on Type 1 on 1 should be taken as medical advice. Please consult your healthcare team before making any changes to your diabetes or health management. All opinions are my own.

    More information on the MyLife Ypsopump Loop: https://www.mylife-diabetescare.com/en/mylife-loop.html
    More information on the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System: https://www.omnipod.com/en-gb/what-is-omnipod/omnipod-5

    YpsoPump Explorer App: https://www.mylife-diabetescare.com/en/products/infusion-systems/mylife-ypsopump-insulin-pump/ypsopump-explorer.html
    Omnipod 5 Simulator App: https://www.omnipod.com/en-gb/is-omnipod-right-for-me/omnipod-5-simulator-app

    The Glucose Never Lies Insulin Pump guides by John Pemberton: https://theglucoseneverlies.com/

    Changing an Omnipod 5 Pod - Step by step insertion for type 1 diabetes
    https://youtu.be/Wr5qJLdKIDY?si=oWVe6u6eLDbccTqo
    An introduction to the Omnipod 5 Automated Insulin Delivery System for type 1 diabetes
    https://youtu.be/sG_4u435PD8?si=UF7Wz2LsRq-8torV

    JOIN THE TYPE 1 ON 1 COMMUNITY:
    Come and say hi @studiotype1on1 on Instagram.
    Visit the Type 1 on 1 website.
    Subscribe to the Type 1 on 1 newsletter.

    SPONSOR MESSAGE
    This episode of Type 1 on 1 is sponsored by Dexcom. Using Dexcom CGM has given me so much confidence to make informed diabetes treatment decisions in the moment.

    You can choose to wear it on your arm or your abdomen, and all Dexcom CGMs have the share and follow feature even when connected to an insulin pump, so family and friends can see your glucose levels and get alerts, giving that extra bit of support when needed.

    Head to Dexcom.com to request a free Dexcom ONE+ sample.

    Always read the user manual for important product aspects and limitations. Talk to your doctor for diabetes management terms and conditions and terms of use.
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    51 mins
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Thank you girls for releasing this pod cast- amazing work. You will have helped so many people like myself feeling alone living with this horrible illness. I always thought I was a failure at controlling my diabetes and that I was rubbish at dealing with the challenges it presents, but after listening to your guys I now know we are all having similar challenges and not always nailing it! But that's ok!

Brilliant!

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this is so brilliant and relatable. I love the podcast. going to be keeping up to date on this

diabetes at its finest

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really enjoy listening really interesting from other people point of view living with diabetes

fantastic

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