Life in Beta: A Type 1 Diabetes Podcast

Triple Threat - Omnipod 5 and other news from the Australasian Diabetes Congress

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.

Dexcom G7 Launch and Interview with Dr Aldo Riquelme

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.

Vodka, Soda and Fresh Lime

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.

Whispering Sweet Nothings

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. 😊

Banged Up Abroad

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.

"I'm a Nude [Patch] Gal"

Would you take a once-a-week basal insulin if it was available? Carly has some... passionate thoughts on this. We discuss the recent decision by the US Food and Drug Administration to reject this new insulin for people with type 1 diabetes.
Benjamin's has a tip for preventing CGMs and Omnipods from being accidentally ripped off, and Carly offers a humorous yet insightful story about mistaken hypoglycemia during pregnancy.
We also explore the intriguing idea proposed by an American clinician to reclassify diabetes into five different types... In the end though, we just decided to rename type 1 as "spicy diabetes".
Tune in for a blend of news, personal stories, and practical tips, all aimed at making life with Type 1 diabetes just a bit more manageable.

Nerds in Riot Gear

Welcome to Life in Beta, where we navigate the everyday realities of living with type 1 diabetes. In this episode, we discuss the unfortunate news that Libre 3 won't be arriving in Australia this year and the change.org petition advocating for Medicare to cover automated insulin delivery systems.
We also dive into the sometimes messy world of hypo treatments... Have you had to deal with melted lollies or chalky glucose tablets? Carly has some suggestions to help you avoid both!
Whether you're newly diagnosed or a seasoned type 1 veteran, there's something for everyone in this episode of Life in Beta.
Here's the link to the change.org petition we mentioned: https://www.change.org/p/make-automated-insulin-delivery-affordable-for-all-australians-with-type-1-diabetes