Lows, Laughs, and T1D Holiday Prep: A Life of Diabetes Drama

In this fun and relatable episode of We Are T1D, Mike and Jack break down their week of Type 1 Diabetes highs and lows with plenty of humor and insight. From Jack’s trip to the Hammersmith Apollo for the Staying Relevant podcast live show to Mike’s rage bolus drama and unexpected hypo moments, this episode is packed with stories every T1D listener will find both entertaining and comforting. Join Mike and Jack as they navigate the rollercoaster of T1D management, discuss the mental and emotional impacts of living with diabetes, and share laugh-out-loud stories about dealing with blood sugar spikes after a McDonald's burger or confronting a bakery thief faking a diabetic episode. These candid conversations bring humor to the everyday challenges of life with Type 1 Diabetes. Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Mike and Jack introduce the most honest Type 1 Diabetes podcast. 00:40 - Mike kicks off with an intense "rage bolus" situation. 01:07 - Jack shares his experience at Staying Relevant podcast live at Hammersmith Apollo. 04:59 - Recap of the week: unexpected lows, managing a hypo, and real-life T1D wins. 08:34 - I spent about an hour battling a hypo 18:43 - Brother’s wedding and travel prep with insulin. 28:10 - Managing diabetes remains a brain game. 33:46 - The key takeaway: "Every day may not be perfect, but there’s something good in every day." 36:17 - Listener Wins 40:29 - Type one parents with kids going back to school are amazing Don’t miss this episode filled with laughter, real talk, and supportive stories from the T1D community. Subscribe, rate, and share to help others find the show and connect with the Type 1 Diabetes experience. Follow The Podcast https://www.instagram.com/wearet1d Follow Mike https://www.instagram.com/t1d_mike Follow Jack https://www.instagram.com/t1d_jack Share your stories at https://wearet1d.com New episodes are released every Sunday & Wednesday PS. If you would like to be a guest on the podcast, please go to the website https://wearet1d.com/guest-booking and fill out the form. Stay tuned for more listener stories and community wins!