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We Are T1D : Type 1 Diabetes
by Michael Mcloughlin, Jack Scales
Looking for the best Type 1 diabetes podcast? Welcome to We Are T1D – where real life meets Type 1.Hosted by Mike (diagnosed at 10) and Jack (diagnosed at 30), two mates living with T1D, this podcast delivers relatable conversations, laugh-out-loud moments, and practical tips on everything from blood sugars, insulin, and carb counting to fitness, food, tech, and mental health.New episodes every Sunday. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, a long-time T1D warrior, a parent of someone with Type 1, or just curious about the highs and lows of diabetes life, you’ll find support, banter, and inspi
Episodes
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27 Units of Fiasp: The Worst Diabetes Mistake I’ve Made
What happens when you accidentally take 27 units of Fiasp instead of your long-acting insulin? On this solo episode of We Are T1D, Mike shares the raw, real story of the day he injected the wrong insulin — and how it turned into a full-on Type 1 diabetes survival mission. From that heart-sinking...
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7 Raw Truths About Life With Type 1 Diabetes (and a Halloween Hangover)
When life gets chaotic, blood sugars don’t wait for you to catch up — and this week, Mike and Jack are back with seven brutally honest truths from the frontline of T1D life. From spooky sugar spikes and dodgy Libre sensors to quitting vapes, meal-prep wins, and the unholy combo of pasta and…
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Type 1 Diabetes: 2 Wins, 2 Breakdowns & a Massive Comeback (Our Most Honest Episode Yet)
This week, we’re diving into 2 wins, 2 breakdowns, and one massive comeback in our Type 1 Diabetes lives. If you’re here for perfect graphs and flawless time-in-range, you’re on the wrong podcast. But if you want honesty, swearing, laughter, and actual real-life T1D chaos — welcome home. ❤️ In…
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5 Raw Moments of Unfiltered Chaos: Jack & Mike’s Real Life with Type 1 Diabetes
Ever wondered what happens when two blokes with Type 1 diabetes turn the mics on without a plan? Welcome to pure, unfiltered chaos. In this week’s episode, Mike and Jack catch up after a few mad weeks of illness, insulin changes, and life just… lifing. From Dexcom delivery dramas to FA First Aid...
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1 Big Insulin Switch: My Basal Insulin Journey from Levemir to Tresiba – By Mike
This week on We Are T1D, Mike takes the reins solo for a heartfelt and candid diary entry about his recent switch from Levemir to Tresiba. With a touch of vulnerability, he shares the nerves and overthinking that came with this change, as well as the lessons learned along the way. Join Mike as he...
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CGMs That Actually Change Your Life | Type 1 Diabetes Explained - Ep 4
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack tackle the ins and outs of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) — those little gadgets that keep an eye on your sugars around the clock, often with a bit of drama thrown in for good measure. From the beeping alerts that can wake you at 3 AM to the occasional...
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Hilarious Pub Chaos in Dublin: Liam’s Low Machine Story with Type 1 Diabetes (Listener Story)
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack are in stitches as they share a listener story from Liam in Dublin — and trust us, it’s one for the ages. What starts as a chill Friday night pint with friends quickly spirals into low blood sugar mayhem: spilled beer, frantic carb-grabbing, a very nosey…
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Critical Hypoglycemia Management: 7 Scary Stories & Survival Tips | Type 1 Diabetes Explained - Ep 3
Critical hypoglycemia is no joke — it’s the kind of low blood sugar where you can’t even treat yourself anymore. In this episode, Mike and Jack dive into what critical hypos are, how to spot the signs, and the emergency steps everyone with Type 1 (and their mates) should know. We keep it real…
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Deadlifts, Hypos & Chaos: Chloe’s Gym Hypo Nightmare with T1D (Listener Story)
This week on We Are T1D, we’ve got a hilarious and chaotic listener story from Chloe, 19, from Mannie (Manchester). Picture this: a gym, deadlifts, perfect sugars, and then—BAM—a sudden hypo that turns a pumped-up PB attempt into an emergency Coke-and-crisps session. Jack and Mike break down...
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Complete Insulin Guide: Basal & Bolus | Type 1 Diabetes Explained – Ep 2
Insulin doesn’t come with an instruction manual… so we made one (with more banter and fewer scary leaflets). In this episode of Type 1 Diabetes Explained, Mike & Jack break down basal and bolus insulin in the most relatable way possible — think Netflix subscriptions, pay-per-view blockbusters…
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3 Wild Stories of Life with Type 1 Diabetes: Digger Drama, CGM Fails & Gollum Foot
This week on We Are T1D, things get chaotic — Jack nearly loses his foot to a digger, Mike sticks a dead sensor back on during a hypo, and the lads chat about CGMs, Type 2s, and oats. From dark humour to serious takeaways, it’s one of the wildest episodes yet. What you’ll hear in this episode: 🚜...
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Essential: What is Type 1 Diabetes? | Type 1 Diabetes Explained – Ep 1
Essential: What is Type 1 Diabetes? | Type 1 Diabetes Explained – Ep 1 In the first episode of our Type 1 Diabetes Explained series, Mike & Jack break down exactly what Type 1 diabetes is — no jargon, just real talk about how it works, how it’s different from Type 2, and what living with it is...
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Costa Crashes, Gym Spikes & Lantus Fights: Life Training with T1D
In this week's episode, Mike’s on a fitness high and Jack’s… not quite. From time-in-range battles to chaotic meet-ups filled with hypos, highs, and a £4 ice cream, this one’s full of laughs and real-life T1D experiences. 💪 Why Mike’s gym comeback has boosted his control 🧠 Why Jack’s Lantus...
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School vs. Type 1 Diabetes: 20 Times They Got It Right… and Horribly Wrong
School and Type 1 Diabetes don’t always get along — but sometimes, they absolutely nail it. In this powerful episode, Mike and Jack dive into 20 real-life school stories from the T1D community — from horrifying mishandled hypos to the unsung heroes who made school feel safe. Expect chaos,...
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Type 1 Burnout, Breakdowns & a Cat Called Harry: Meghan’s T1D Comeback Story (Listener Story)
In this powerful listener story, Meghan shares her unfiltered experience of Type 1 diabetes burnout — the slow, soul-sapping kind that sneaks in when you're too tired to fight it anymore. From perfect numbers to full-on rebellion, forgotten boluses, CGM breakdowns and a breakup with a man who...
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T1D Barbie & Breaking Boundaries with Mike & Jack
T1D Barbie is finally here — complete with pump, CGM, and a tiny phone to check blood sugars. But Mike and Jack can’t help but ask… where’s the Action Man with a hypo kit? This week, the lads dive into the media buzz surrounding the new diabetic Barbie, the importance of representation, and why…
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Parenting with Type 1 Diabetes: A T1D Dad’s Rollercoaster Day
This week on We Are T1D, Mike takes the reins for a heartfelt solo episode, diving deep into the challenges and triumphs of being a parent with Type 1 diabetes. With no Jack to bounce off, Mike opens up about the emotional rollercoaster he experienced during his son Riley's 13th birthday...
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Pumps, Performances & Pancreas Problems: Olly Rhodes Gets Real About Type 1
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack welcome a very special guest — actor and Waterloo Road star Olly Rhodes — for a refreshingly honest, funny, and relatable chat about life with Type 1 diabetes. From spotting the first signs of T1D during a football match to navigating acting roles with an...
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24 Units of Chaos: Sienna’s Hilariously Terrifying Insulin Mix-Up (Listener Story)
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack are back with a fan-favourite segment: listener stories! After numerous requests, the lads dive into a hilarious and relatable tale from Sienna that will have you both laughing and cringing in recognition. Why listen:In this episode, we explore: 😂 Sienna's...
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T1D Life Unfiltered: Massive Wins, Mad Waffles & Jacks Scariest Hypo Yet
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack bring you a laid-back catch-up episode filled with relatable moments, listener wins, and plenty of banter. With no specific topics on the agenda, the lads dive into their weekly highlights and share the ups and downs of living with Type 1 diabetes. In this...
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Dexcom One+ vs Libre 2: Which CGM Is Best for Type 1 Diabetes in 2025?
In this brutally honest and hilariously relatable episode, Mike and Jack go 10 rounds comparing the two most talked-about CGMs for people with Type 1 diabetes — Dexcom One+ and Freestyle Libre 2. Mike has officially ditched Libre and gone full Dexcom… but was the switch worth it? And is Jack…
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Living with Type 1 Diabetes: Sunny Cyclist Richard Bibby on Positivity, Fitness & Real Talk
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack sit down with the ever-positive Richard Bibby — better known on Instagram as @sunny_cyclist. Richard’s story is full of real talk, big laughs, and proper relatable moments. We chat about: 🚴♂️ How being diagnosed with Type 1 as an adult flipped his world...
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BBQs, Beers & Blood Sugars: A Very T1D Catch-Up
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack hit pause on the heavy diabetes topics and bring you something refreshingly real — a light-hearted catch-up filled with relatable Type 1 diabetes moments, everyday life chaos, and plenty of laughs. In this episode, we chat about: 🍔 Family birthdays, BBQ...
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Hot Weather, Hypos & Hacks: Surviving Summer with Type 1 Diabetes
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack dive into one of the hottest topics—literally! We're talking Type 1 diabetes and summer. As temperatures rise, so do the challenges for people living with T1D. From battling unpredictable blood sugars in the heat to finding creative ways to stop insulin from...
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Freestyle Libre Fails, CGM Anxiety & Type 1 Tech Troubles (With Sassy Banter, Of Course)
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack unpack the reality of living with unreliable diabetes tech — from Freestyle Libre sensor failures to the emotional stress of depending on CGMs that just don’t work. After five sensor fails in six weeks, Mike’s had enough, and he’s not holding back. Also in...
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My Daughter Took Over the Podcast… and Roasted Us Both! (feat. Ashleigh McLoughlin)
This week on the We Are T1D Podcast, things get turned upside down as Mike’s daughter Ashleigh takes over the mic! In this unmissable episode, Ashleigh grills her dad and co-host Jack with bold, funny, and sometimes brutally honest questions about living with Type 1 diabetes. Expect real talk,...
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Type 1 Diabetes Firsts: Milestone Moments and Stories Every T1D Will Relate To
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack take a heartfelt stroll down memory lane, recounting the significant milestones in their Type 1 diabetes journeys. From the nerve-wracking first injections to the daunting experience of surviving their first hypo, they share personal stories that resonate...
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10 Things No One Talks About (But Every Type 1 Diabetic Feels)
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack delve deep into the emotional labyrinth of living with type 1 diabetes, shedding light on the unspoken struggles that often go unnoticed or unheard. From the relentless guilt of miscalculating carbs to the silent exhaustion that creeps in during moments of...
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Marathons, Mishaps & Fancy Dinners: Surviving Life with Type 1 Diabetes
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack are back with an episode full of blood sugar swings, emotional highs, and unforgettable moments that every Type 1 diabetic will relate to. From marathons to award ceremonies, nothing goes to plan—but it all makes for a great story! 🏃♂️ Jack’s Marathon...
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Top Type 1 Diabetes Myths Busted: Cinnamon Cures, Sugar Blame & More!
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack tackle the wild world of diabetes myths that have been floating around the Internet. Get ready for some serious myth-busting as they dissect the most ridiculous claims about Type 1 diabetes, from the infamous cinnamon cure to the belief that you can simply...
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Mother’s Day, Basal Wins, Football Fiascos – T1D Life Unfiltered
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack dive into a week of diabetes wins, football chaos, and food-filled adventures—complete with a hypo twist! 💪 Jack’s Basal Breakthrough After weeks of tweaking, Jack finally gets his basal insulin spot on! He shares how it’s improved his blood sugars, sleep,...
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London Art, Insulin Battles & The Grim Reaper of Hypo Stories
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack take to the streets of London for a day filled with laughter, insulin showdowns, and a dash of chaos. From spray painting escapades to the trials of managing blood sugars on the go, this episode is a wild ride that you won't want to miss! 🎨 Street Art and...
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Diabetes Isn’t Alright: Libre Fails, Birthday Cake & Blood Sugar Wins
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack take on the challenge of NOT saying the word “alright” (spoiler: it’s harder than it sounds! - but who said it most? Let us know in the comments/poll!). With plenty of laughs, they share real-life Type 1 diabetes struggles—from unexpected Libre sensor fails…
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You Don’t Look Sick: The Hidden Reality of T1D, Insulin Talks & Mental Battles
In this week's episode of We Are T1D, Mike and Jack are back together, sharing their candid experiences with Type 1 diabetes and navigating the ups and downs of life. From hypoglycaemic adventures to birthday celebrations, this episode is packed with relatable moments and a good dose of humour.…
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Fiasp Hits Fast: Mike’s First Time, Jack’s Insulin Overload & a CGM Cat-astrophe!
This week, Mike and Jack dive into the fast-paced world of Fiasp insulin, body's insulin resistance, and a bit of feline chaos. From Mike’s first experience with Fiasp during a busy workday to Jack’s insulin stacking situation that actually turned out fine, this episode is full of laughs and...
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Jack’s Back! Chaos, Hospital Drama & The Great Curry Catastrophe!
After a week away, Jack makes his grand return to We Are T1D! This episode is packed with laughter, relatable Type 1 diabetes struggles, and one seriously unfortunate hospital meal fail. 🔥 What’s Inside This Episode? ✅ Jack’s Return: He’s back and ready to catch up! Mike reflects on the highs…
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T1D Endo Secrets, Expensive Hypo Fails & A Mystery Prescription
In this week’s episode of We Are T1D, Mike takes the reins solo as he navigates life with Type 1 diabetes without his trusty sidekick, Jack. From personal stories to relatable mishaps, Mike shares his week filled with laughter, love, and a few unexpected challenges. 🏥 Endo Appointment Insights...
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Diabetes Chaos Unfiltered, Food Fails & The One Thing We Secretly Love About T1D!
Tech glitches, blood sugar mayhem, and surprising diabetes confessions—this episode has it all! Mike and Jack are back with another unfiltered, laugh-out-loud episode of We Are T1D. From food disasters to unexpected diabetes wins, they’re tackling the highs, the lows, and everything in between.…
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Running, T1D & Mental Health: Getting Through a Challenging Week
In this episode of We Are T1D, Mike and Jack dive into the ups and downs of life with Type 1 diabetes, sharing candid moments and relatable anecdotes. From battling blood sugar levels during unexpected downtime to celebrating listener wins, this episode is packed with laughter and inspiration. 💬...
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From Football Pitches to Funeral Glitches: T1D Life Unfiltered
**WARNING: HYPO MIKE IS BACK** Mike and Jack are here with another episode packed full of laughter, relatable moments, and T1D insights. Whether you’re tuning in for personal stories, community wins, or hilarious listener tales, this episode is sure to entertain and inspire. 🍕 Community Wins…
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Flat-Packs, Gym Hacks, and Diabetes Oopsies
This week, Mike and Jack are back with another jam-packed episode that’s equal parts laughter, relatability, and T1D wisdom. From conquering gym sessions to surviving flat-pack furniture dramas, this episode is full of the highs, lows, and downright hilarious moments of life with Type 1 diabetes....
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How Cold Weather Impacts Type 1 Diabetes (and What we Do About It)
In this episode, Mike and Jack tackle the unique challenges of managing Type 1 diabetes during cold weather. From understanding how winter impacts blood sugars to sharing personal tips, they’re here to help you navigate the chilly season with confidence. Plus, a surprise game where Jack plays...
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New Year, New Goals: Big Changes for We Are T1D (with Guest: Ashleigh McLoughlin)
🎉 Happy New Year from We Are T1D! Mike and Jack are back after the festive season, ready to kick off 2025 with exciting updates for the podcast and the T1D community. Tune in for laughs, heartwarming moments, and a sneak peek into what’s ahead this year. 💬 What’s Inside This Episode? 🎄 Festive...
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Type 1 Diabetes at Christmas - Festive Tips, Laughs & Love!
🎄 Get Ready for a T1D Christmas Special! Join Mike and Jack in this festive episode of We Are T1D as they unwrap their top tips for navigating Christmas with Type 1 diabetes. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newbie to the T1D Christmas experience, this episode is packed with relatable advice,...
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Sabrina’s Sugar Rush: A Shopping for Sugar Story
Welcome to another midweek episode of We Are T1D! This week, we're diving into Sabrina's laugh-out-loud Type 1 diabetes story, "Shopping for Sugar." If you've ever faced the hypo munchies, this one's for you! 🛒 Supermarket Shenanigans Sabrina's quick grocery run takes a hilarious turn when a…
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Banana Bread, Blood Sugars, and Big Dreams: A T1D Life in Full Swing
Join Mike and Jack for another engaging episode of We Are T1D, where laughter meets real-life Type 1 diabetes stories. Packed with relatable moments, diabetes management tips, and a healthy dose of humour, this episode has something for everyone in the T1D community. 🍕 Culinary Adventures Jack...
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Bonus: Jack’s Prescription Fiasco: A T1D Tale of Frustration and Laughs
In this lively episode of We Are T1D, Jack takes the spotlight to share a highly requested story from the community—a chaotic adventure involving his latest prescription debacle. With wit and humour, he recounts the absurdity of navigating outdated processes, battling perplexed receptionists, and...
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Community Wins, Hilarious Lows, and the Future of Insulin
In this episode of We Are T1D, Mike and Jack celebrate the highs, laugh at the lows, and explore the exciting future of diabetes management. 🎉 Community Wins Be inspired by listener-submitted victories, from Richard’s hypo-free London adventure to an anonymous success with hybrid closed-loop…
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Facing Fears: Robyn’s Needle Phobia & the Diabetes Pump
In this heartfelt episode of We Are T1D, Mike and Jack share a listener-submitted story that many in the diabetes community will relate to. Robyn opens up about her fear of needles and how she overcame it with the help of an insulin pump. Her journey is a powerful reminder of the strength it…
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Listener Wins, Mental Health, and Tick Saliva: T1D Tales & Insights
This week on We Are T1D, Mike and Jack dive into: 🎉 Listener Wins From hypo-free birthday celebrations to navigating blood sugars on a wedding day, these community-submitted stories will leave you smiling and inspired. 💪 Weekly Waffle & Glucose News Jack's diaversary recap: curry highs, pizza...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Looking for the best Type 1 diabetes podcast? Welcome to We Are T1D – where real life meets Type 1.Hosted by Mike (diagnosed at 10) and Jack (diagnosed at 30), two mates living with T1D, this podcast delivers relatable conversations, laugh-out-loud moments, and practical tips on everything from blood sugars, insulin, and carb counting to fitness, food, tech, and mental health.New episodes every Sunday. Whether you’re newly diagnosed, a long-time T1D warrior, a parent of someone with Type 1, or just curious about the highs and lows of diabetes life, you’ll find support, banter, and inspi
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Looking for the best Type 1 diabetes podcast? Welcome to We Are T1D – where real life meets Type 1.Hosted by Mike (diagnosed at 10) and Jack (diagnosed at 30), two mates living with T1D, this podcast delivers relatable conversations, laugh-out-loud moments, and practical tips on everything from...
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