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Chronically Will Podcast - Type One Diabetes
by Willie Streets Chronically Will Podcast
The Chronically Will podcast hosted by Willie (Will) Streets is a podcast about ReaL CoNVeRSaTiONS aND COMMUNiTY THaT NeeD TO Be HeARD. The conversations will be general talk, no script, no prompt! Our conversations will open the door to acceptance and change the narrative of people of color not seeking help etc. It’s all about having conversations that will lead to us healing and becoming the best versions of ourselves. Let’s bridge the divide that is race and healthcare. I Willie Streets am a person living with Type One Diabetes, Hypothyroidism, Fibromyalgia and the gift to reach community!
Episodes
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Episode 124: 4am in Sydney w/ Amberley
On this episode we visit Australia and meet with Amberley, a 22-year-old disability support worker from Sydney. Amberley background is Polynesian Samoan. Ambereley shares her journey with type 1 diabetes. Diagnosed at 17 after a severe DKA episode, she reflects on adapting to a life living with…
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Episode 123: Letter To Troy
Troy thought he was just getting tired from football, but it turns out it was Type 1 diabetes changing everything. Troy was 13, playing at Bristol City, when he suddenly couldn’t run, couldn’t eat, and couldn’t ignore the signs anymore. What looked like “just growing up” was actually a life...
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Episode 122: I Just!
Type 1 diabetes can feel like a life sentence of science, math and relentless invisible trauma, but Yvonne shows what it looks like to turn that reality into community and hope. If you live with diabetes, love someone who does, or have ever felt alone in the chaos, this conversation will hit home...
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Episode 121: One Night Out
On this episode we get to hear from Ryanne. Ryanne was diagnosed with T1D around February 2023, not too long after the passing of her grandfather. She breaks down what it was really like to learn she had type 1 diabetes at Howard University, why the symptoms were easy to miss, and how finding...
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Episode 120: Why Do I Have Bad Luck?
Leslie Ann is a life coach and the founder of Brown Girls Embrace LLC, a community built to help women, especially Black women and girls feel seen, supported, and unashamed of who they are. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at nine shortly after losing her father, she grew up carrying grief, stigma,...
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Episode 119: Pull The Plug
In this episode we sit down with Teresa from the Bay Area for an emotional conversation about living with type 1 diabetes since age three. Teresa shares how growing up in foster care, being adopted before her 12th birthday, and navigating her family dynamic shaped her resilience and deepened her...
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Episode 118: Got My Mojo Back
RaKiya was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes at 14. She shares those earlier teen years of rebellion/burnout but always having her families support to help her make it out ok. As a young adult she became a fierce advocate for mental health, community, and authentic representation in the T1D space,...
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Episode 117: Such a Beautiful Journey
Most people think living with type 1 diabetes means sacrificing your dreams—but Dr. Nimisha Gupta breaks that myth wide open. Nimisha was diagnosed 18 years ago with T1D at age 10. Living in India, part of the country with the world’s highest diabetes prevalence, she’s defying the odds with a...
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Episode 116: The Lost Files
Shikha, is an entrepreneur from Mumbai, India, who has been living with Type 1 Diabetes since she was 15. For years, Shikha struggled with her diagnosis, exploring alternative treatments, which led to repeated health crises. It wasn't until recently that she fully embraced managing her condition,...
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Episode 115: It's A New Chapter
Renee was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at 7 years old, 22 years ago today! HAPPY DIAVERSARY SUNRAYYYY!! She recently had her first child. She was told for years that she wouldn't be able to have her own kids. Most people living with type one diabetes feel alone in the fight until they meet...
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Episode 114: Ain't No Party Like a Type One Party
In this episode, we hear from Eva, a dedicated advocate for the type 1 diabetes community. Eva shares her journey from working at a diabetes camp to pursuing a career in endocrinology. When we recorded in October 2025, Eva was pursuing her NP in Endocrinology. As of this past week, she has...
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Episode 113: Walking, Talking, Breathing Mo Milli
Living with diabetes isn’t just a medical condition — it’s a journey of resilience, understanding, and unfiltered strength. Mo Milli’s story will shatter misconceptions and reveal what it truly means to navigate life with type 1 diabetes from childhood to adulthood. If you think it’s all about...
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Episode 112: Liberation
Unlock the resilience of Dalyce and discover how advocacy, art, and community can revolutionize living with chronic illness. Dalyce was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes at the age of 7. Dalyce’s story isn’t just about surviving; it's about reclaiming agency in a society built on systemic…
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Episode 111: For 12-Year-Old Me
Rachael Celine @thechronicallyillest has been living with Type 1 Diabetes since she was 12 years young. Rachael launched thechronicallyillest with the intent to fight diabetes and chronic illness stigma, foster REAL community an,d create unapologetic products for those who are sicker than the...
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Episode 110: I'm Thankful Pt 2
Bebe is a resilient woman who has lived with type 1 diabetes since her diagnosis at age six in 1982. Despite early warnings of severe complications, she took charge of her condition, managing her insulin independently. Her family, especially her grandmother, supported her understanding of...
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Episode 109: I'm Thankful
Bebe is a resilient woman who has lived with type 1 diabetes since her diagnosis at age six in 1982. Despite early warnings of severe complications, she took charge of her condition, managing her insulin independently. Her family, especially her grandmother, supported her understanding of…
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Episode 108: The Perfect Cure with Dr. Paidamoyo Katsande
Dr. Paidamoyo Katsande joins us from the UK by way of Zimbabwe. Since Paida was a small girl she had dreams of helping Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe is her heart. Dr. Paidamoyo is a research scientist and dedicated a great part of her career in T1D research for a cure to help those impacted at home. Growing...
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Episode 107: Flowers 2 My Mom - Calculating Keeping Myself Alive
On this episode, we hear from Ricky. He hails from Brooklyn, New York, and was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes in 1992 at the age of 3 and spent the next year in a coma while hospitalized. Ricky spent his 4th birthday in the hospital. Early on, he would hear medical professionals say things…
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Episode 106: Simply Cam
In this episode we get to meet Cam @cam_simply and engage in a heartfelt conversation, where we discuss the importance of community and representation within the diabetes online community (DOC), particularly for people of color. Cam shares his personal journey with type 1 diabetes, highlighting…
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Episode 105: Book of Elijah
In this episode, we hear from Elijah (@elyja_), who has been living with Type 1 Diabetes for 21 years since being diagnosed at age 11. We explore his T1D journey, reflecting on the challenges and growth that have come with managing the condition over the years. The discussion touches on the...
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Episode 104: Monday Funday
CWP host Willie Streets shares his life with T1D plus everything else.
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Episode 103: Bolusing for Skittles
Deanelle was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes at the age of 6, 23 years ago. His diagnosis was caught by his parent's keen eye on his growth at such a young age. Today, he is a Certified Health Coach to help others like him get a better understanding of their own bodies and the data behind it to...
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Episode 102: Girl Dad vs DadCom
Quinton, diagnosed with T1D at 10 in 1998. From day 1, he has been in full control of his diabetes. But to know that his daughter's too have this diagnosis literally changed the ball game! His youngest daughter was diagnosed at 20 months, and then 3 years later, his oldest daughter was diagnosed…
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Episode 101: Angel's T1D Theme Music
On this episode, we get to sit down with Angel @angelverses. Angel is a hip hop artist from Ohio who expresses and voices his emotions about living with diabetes through his music and skits. People may not relate to what he goes through with diabetes, but they will relate to the music and the...
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Episode 100: Screen It!
On this episode we speak with Leah. Leah is a research assistant at Trialnet.org. but is also an MPH candidate in Epidemiology. Her drive comes from her family and friends. She's seen T1D up close and is passionate about early detection and making research feel human, accessible, and community...
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Episode 99: Marlaina's Reason Why
On this episode we get to hear from Marlaina Goedel. 14 months ago, Marlaina was fully, functionally cured of living with Type 1 diabetes. The procedure was the first of it's kind in the world, performed by Dr. Pior Witkowski at UC Med. With this process they inserted donor islet cells into...
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Episode 98: Serial Volunteer
On this episode, we hear from Jisel. Jisel has been living with Type 1 Diabetes for 22 years, having been diagnosed near the end of her sophomore year of high school at 15 in 2003. Jisel is a wife, mom of two, and a self-proclaimed Serial Volunteer! Whether it's school events, work-related, or…
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Episode 97: Pt 2 - Now I'm Hot They All On Me
In Pt 2, we dive more into Krislin's new life without T1D and CKD as of June 29, 2025. Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just 9 years old, Krislin’s life was forever changed. By age 22, she faced diabetic retinopathy. At 26, Chronic Kidney Disease entered the picture. And yet, on the 20th...
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Episode 96: Pt 1 - Back Then They Didn't Want Me
Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just 9 years old, Krislin’s life was forever changed. By age 22, she faced diabetic retinopathy. At 26, Chronic Kidney Disease entered the picture. And yet, on the 20th anniversary of her diagnosis, something extraordinary happened. By age 29, Krislin was gifted...
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Episode 95: Hope Is Home
On this episode, we travel to Aruba to meet with Nurianne. Nurianne was diagnosed with T1D at 19. She is a graduate of the University of Aruba. Nuri worked as a full-time lecturer at the University of Aruba and was a researcher for the local Foundation of diabetes in Aruba concerning diabetes...
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Episode 94: On Bad Days We Smile
On this episode we get to hear from Anchal . Anchal visits the Podcast from India. Anchal is 16 years young and was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes 7 years ago at the age of 9. Anchal, in most ways, is your typical teenager. She enjoys dancing, doing her makeup, and dressing up. These things are...
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Episode 93: A Story of Love and Life, Including Loss
Sarah was diagnosed with type 1 at the age of 7, 17 years ago, and also lives with multi drug-resistant epilepsy. She was diagnosed during a visit to the pediatrician. After diagnosis, Sarah spent her summers at camp Nejeda, later becoming a counselor, which helped foster a good relationship with...
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Episode 92: Girl TALK!!
On this episode, we get to smile with Arianna @ariannaiannaira Arianna was diagnosed with T1D at age 11, more than 15 years ago. She also lives with PCOS. Ari is mother to the amazingly amazing Finn, who is two years old now. During our conversation, Ari shares her gifts of life. This includes…
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Episode 91: Look At Me Now!
On this episode we get to hear from Mary @t1dartistry Mary is an ambassador for Eversense CGM and has been for 5 years! Mary was diagnosed with T1D at the age of 18, during her freshmen year of college. On this episode Mary invites us into her world and her truths. This includes discussions...
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Episode 90: I Do
On this episode, we head to the Midwest and visit Marcus in Cincinnati. Marcus was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 15. This year marks Marcus' 25th year with Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). His diagnosis was a true traumatic experience for a young, fit athlete, and for the first few days…
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Episode 89: Type 1 Diabetes Journaling with Jayla
Step into the world of Jayla. Jayla is a 24-year-old Detroit native and recent graduate of Clark Atlanta University. With a career in radio and digital marketing, her aspiration is to become an influencer and advocate for individuals like her to thrive even with chronic illnesses such as Type 1...
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Episode 88: Khushi Means Happiness
In this episode, we journey to India to meet Khushi Ahuja, a global advocate for T1International. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 11, Khushi shares her personal story of navigating the challenges of her diagnosis, including an extended honeymoon period. She discusses the stigmas surrounding...
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Episode 87 - Skip Joy - You Don't Play About Us
On this episode, we sit down with Sa'Ra, a passionate advocate and inspiring individual who has lived with Type 1 Diabetes since the age of five, 25 years ago. Sa'Ra's journey is deeply personal, as her mother's older sister, Joy, also had Type 1 Diabetes and passed away from complications at the...
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Episode 86: Ante Up!
In this compelling episode of the Chronically Will podcast, we hear from Dee, a resilient Cuban-Jamaican born, Brooklyn-bred single mother, as she shares her journey of advocating for her daughter, Jayde Michele, who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at just two years old, only 6 years ago. Dee...
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Episode 85: Tally It All Up, I'm Thankful
On this episode, you get to hear (seriously) one of the funnest conversations I've ever had with our sister Norma. Norma grew up in Puerto Rico, went to college in the US, and ended up in Canada, where she's been for the last 22 years. Norma is a mom of 2, a wife, and has been living with T1D for...
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Episode 84: The Carb Cookout, Black and Thriving
In this episode, we engage in a heartfelt conversation with Esi, a long-time Type 1 Diabetes advocate. Esi was diagnosed with T1D in 1988 at the age of six. During our conversation, Esi discusses the challenges faced by black individuals living with diabetes, the importance of community support,...
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Episode 83: They Put Me In The Wrong Line - Shaping Life as a Queer, Trans, NYC Nomad
Diagnosed with T1D in the 90's, at 10 years young while in the 5th grade on Staten Island, NY. Simone?! is a Black trans non-binary artist. He is a New York City nomad who has lived in each borough at least twice. His 32nd diaversary is approaching, along with the 4th year living with kidney...
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Episode 82: Breakin Leah Out the Bubble
In this episode of the Chronically Will Podcast, Leah shares her journey living with type 1 diabetes and other chronic health conditions. The conversation explores the intersection of physical and mental health, the importance of advocacy, and the role of community support. Leah discusses her...
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Episode 81: The Sweetest Mango
On this episode of Chronically Will Podcast we get to hear from the amazing Keeratdeep. Keerat comes to us from Delhi, India and was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes 20 years ago at the young age of 10. Yes, she has been learning, living and thriving with diabetes for the last 2 decades. Diabetes...
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Episode 80: You Have Sugar
On this episode you will hear from Michelle @michelle_jako Michelle visits us from Johannesburg, South Africa. Michelle was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes in 2012 at 13 years young, while in the 7th grade. In this conversation Michelle tells us about how diabetes makes you grow up fast and as a...
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Episode 79: Sustainability Over Perfection with Dr. Allison Ong
On this episode we get to hear from Dr. Allison Ong, also known as Allie. Allie comes to us from southern California. Allie was diagnosed with T1D at 11 years young, almost 18 years ago. After falling ill and getting a glucose tolerance test, which she passed, six months later she was in full…
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Episode 78: Hardee Boyz
On this episode we celebrate Steven Cannady! Steven was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes at age 13, 21 years ago. Steven is a graduate of the North Carolina Central University! He has been married for 5 years, loves traveling with his wife (Nia) all athletics, hanging with his crew and ran the…
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Episode 77: Just Get Me The Juicebox with Neo
Neo (Nayo) comes to us all the way from The Freestate, South Africa. Neo was diagnosed with T1D 6 years ago at 15. When she was diagnosed, it was the first time she had ever heard of Type One Diabetes. Now Neo is an advocate for T1D. During our conversation she speaks heavily about how difficult…
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Episode 76: Omega Phi Beta but No Beta Cells with Dr. Nicole Videla
In episode, we feature Dr. Nicole Videla, EdD. instagram.com/nikovid3la/ Dr Nikki is a mother, wife, and an educator in higher education in the New York area for over 17 years. Recently, Dr. Nikki and family relocated from New York to Charlotte. Dr Nikki was diagnosed with Type Diabetes 10 years...
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Episode 75: Bag of Fun with Betsy
@chronicallywillpodcast Season 2, Episode 75, Bags of Fun w/ @ladadiabeticb Betsy lives with LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults) Type 1.5 diabetes. Betsy was originally misdiagnosed at age 22 in 2008. Betsy has been conquering T1D (LADA) for 17 years! At the time of diagnosis, she was...
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The Chronically Will podcast hosted by Willie (Will) Streets is a podcast about ReaL CoNVeRSaTiONS aND COMMUNiTY THaT NeeD TO Be HeARD. The conversations will be general talk, no script, no prompt! Our conversations will open the door to acceptance and change the narrative of people of color not seeking help etc. It’s all about having conversations that will lead to us healing and becoming the best versions of ourselves. Let’s bridge the divide that is race and healthcare. I Willie Streets am a person living with Type One Diabetes, Hypothyroidism, Fibromyalgia and the gift to reach community!
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