This week on Life in Beta, we're thrilled to bring you the highly anticipated interview with the incredible Duncan Reid. Duncan's story is nothing short of awe-inspiring. From starting adventure racing to setting a goal of running 10 ultramarathons in 10 years, he's done it all while managing type 1 diabetes!

We dive deep into why Duncan began adventure racing, how he balances his blood glucose levels while pushing his body to the limit, and his philosophy on living life to the fullest. You'll hear about his personal experiences, the challenges he's faced, and the triumphs he's celebrated. Trust us, this episode is packed with motivation and practical insights for anyone living with diabetes or looking to take on new challenges.

You can learn more about Duncan's adventures and support his fundraising for type 1 here: https://www.fitterforhavingit.com/support

In this episode, Carly gives us the lowdown on how different types of exercise affect blood glucose levels, and shares her tips for keeping them in check. We have a good rant about ketone strips expiring (just when you need them!) and Benjamin hilariously recounts his many misadventures with sharp objects.

Whether you're a fitness fanatic or just trying to stay on top of your numbers, we've got something for you.

Join us for a fun, informative, and laugh-out-loud episode as we navigate the lived reality of type 1 diabetes.

This week, we're diving into part two of everything we learned, longed for, loved, and loathed from the Australasian Diabetes Congress (ADC).

In this episode, Benjamin shares his many "prick of the week" candidates from ADC, and we have a special interview with Justine Cain, CEO of Diabetes Australia. Justine talks about their campaign to get insulin pumps and other tech publicly funded, and how you can help (see below). Plus, Benjamin brings us new insights about hypos (and the changes we hope it makes to getting your driver's licence form signed!).

And if ADC has been too much learning and not enough laughing, don't worry! We’ll return to our regular show format next week. For now, enjoy the blend of coffee machine anecdotes, personal experiences, and groundbreaking research that made this ADC unforgettable.

As mentioned in our interview with Justine Cain, you can help advocate for better funding for diabetes technology by sharing how it would improve your diabetes management and quality of life here: https://www.diabetesaustralia.com.au/issue/affordable-access-to-aid/

You can also take to social media and use the hashtag #UniteInTheFightForTech and tag @Diabetes_Australia

This week on Life in Beta, we're diving into the exciting highlights from the Australasian Diabetes Congress. There's so much to unpack that we're splitting it into two episodes.

In this episode, Benjamin gets on his soapbox to share his thoughts on the Type 1 sessions he attended—what got him excited and what got him riled up. Plus, we've got an exclusive chat with Jo Sader, the General Manager of Insulet Australia, who gives us the lowdown on the Omnipod 5, its expected release, and how to transition from Omnipod DASH to Omnipod 5.

Get ready for exciting tech announcements, some nerdy diabetes talk, and a sneak peek into the future of diabetes management.

We're celebrating some big news – the Dexcom G7 is finally dropping in Oz this September! 🥳 We'll give you the lowdown on the awesome new features, and reveal a slightly disappointing caveat... This episode also features our first guest: Dr. Aldo Riquelmi, who is a GP and... a diabetes educator! 😱

This was a great discussion about getting more out of your GP visit than just scripts and referrals, and the role GPs can play (if you want them to) in your type 1 care. Aldo acknowledges that the health system is rigid and can be frustrating, but that with the right GP, you can use it to your advantage, and that some welcome changes might be coming in the next few years...

During the show, we had some confusion over whether Dexcom G7 would allow users to silence urgent low alarms. We checked with Google and yes, we will be able to silence all alerts (including urgent low alerts) for up to 6 hours - yippee! Or at least that's how it works in the US.

In this episode, we're spilling the tea (or maybe cocktails) on handling a night out with Type 1 Diabetes and alcohol. 🍸 There's hilarious hypo stories, the latest tech updates (hello Omnipod 5!) as well as a quick look at "smart insulin"... Tune in for laughs, lessons, and a whole lot of life with Type 1.

Good news: people with type 1 are living just as long as everyone else! But we need to talk about disability adjusted life years... Don't worry, we'll explain what that is.

Join us as we chat about our personal tech choices, and why we love (and sometimes curse) our insulin pumps. Between Adam, Benjamin and Carly, they've tried them all - t:slim, Medtronic 780G, Omnipod and even a bit of DIY looping. And yes, there might be some amusing stories about where we hide our pumps. 😂

Oh, and if you’ve ever had a frustrating experience with private health insurers, you’re not alone. They may or may not be the focus of our Prick of the Week segment...

So, whether you’re a tech nerd or just looking for some relatable type 1 banter, this episode’s for you. Tune in, laugh, and maybe even learn a thing or two. 😊

Today, we're giving you a sneak peak at Medtronic's new extended-wear infusion sets (up to seven days between set changes!) as well as sharing some hilarious and cringe-worthy travel tales. Ever had your insulin pump scream the song of death mid-flight? Or had to navigate the back alleys of Bali for a dubious insulin pen? Well we hope you never do!

We also touch on Diabetes Australia's new dietary guidelines for type 2s - could this mean changes for type 1s?

Join Adam, Benjamin and Carly as they navigate the ups and downs of life with type 1, share practical tips, and have a good laugh along the way.