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 sensor mishap, they explore how these devices can be both lifesavers and sources of anxiety.

Join the duo as they delve into the specifics of CGMs, including their functionality, the different types available in the UK, and why trend arrows are a game changer. They share personal anecdotes, laugh at the chaos that comes with using CGMs, and even take a peek at some hilarious Reddit stories about sensor mishaps.

What to Expect:

• The basics of how CGMs work and why they're essential for Type 1 diabetics

• The difference between the Dexcom and Libre systems

• Real-life tales of sensor struggles and triumphs

• Tips for keeping your CGM stuck on, even through showers

• Future tech: What could CGMs look like in the coming years?

  
  

“Without CGMs, diabetes would be 100 times harder.” – Mike

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Diabetes UK – Continuous Glucose Monitoring

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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 dog, and the new nickname “Liam the Low Machine.”

If you’ve ever had a hypo strike at the worst possible time, you’ll relate hard. Liam’s story perfectly captures how Type 1 diabetes is equal parts terrifying and hilarious — especially when you’re wobbling like a toddler while trying not to soak your mates.

Expect laughs, tangents, and classic Mike & Jack banter as they break it down.

In this episode:

• Liam’s Dublin night out gone wrong (and right)
• The dog that made everything 10x more chaotic
• Bouncing sugars, pint spills & “acting normal” fails
• Why T1D is terrifying and hilarious in equal measure

Memorable Quote:

"It’s little disasters like that that make T1D terrifying and hilarious." – Liam

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Diabetes UK – Hypoglycaemia (hypos)

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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 with our own scary experiences, plus some wild stories from Reddit, TikTok, and YouTube — from collapsing at weddings to hypo-zombies in nightclubs. You’ll laugh, you’ll cringe, and most importantly, you’ll learn how to stay safe when sugars crash hard.

💡 In this episode:

• What counts as critical hypoglycemia

• The red-flag symptoms you can’t ignore

• Glucagon, fast-acting sugar & when to call 999/911

• Scary but real hypo stories from the internet

• How to prevent and prepare for severe lows

  
  

📌 Quote of the week:
“Cheers for keeping me alive, mate — sorry about the sticky kitchen tiles.”

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🔗 Extra resource: JDRF – Severe Hypoglycemia

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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 Chloe’s gym adventure, the panic, the shakes, and the ultimate chaos that only Type 1 diabetes can deliver. Whether you’re a gym-goer, a T1D warrior, or just here for the laughs, this one’s for you.

What’s Inside:

• Chloe’s deadlift disaster and sugar dive to 3.8 mmol/L

• Fumbling for emergency glucose in front of burly gym-goers

• The ultimate “just let me finish my set” mentality

• How fizzy drinks like Coke can save a hypo situation

• Mike & Jack’s banter over Wookiee growls, Jeby babies, and Racer Bars

• Gym tips for T1D: always double-check your emergency snacks

💬 “Have you ever seen a girl called Chloe in a gym just shaking little jelly babies around and growling like a Wookiee? Don’t worry, she’s just having a hypo.” – Jack

Key Takeaways:

• Always carry quick-acting emergency glucose (liquid or tabs) in your gym bag

• Pre-bolus meals are great, but hypoglycemia can still strike

• Fizzy sugary drinks like Coke can be a lifesaver when hypos hit hard

• Don’t beat yourself up—hypos happen, even during your PB attempt

• Sharing your chaotic T1D moments can be hilarious and relatable

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• External Resource: Diabetes UK – Exercise & Diabetes

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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, and the occasional Morning Glory joke (yep, really).

Whether you’re newly diagnosed or just want a refresher, this chat will help you finally get how basal and bolus work together — without the jargon headache.

💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• What basal insulin actually does (and why it’s your “Netflix subscription”)

• How bolus insulin works like “inject-per-eat”

• The dreaded dawn phenomenon (aka Morning Glory 🌅)

• Why testing basal first makes bolus way easier to manage

• Real-life disaster stories (yes, we’ve all forgotten a bolus for a Big Mac…)

  
  

📌 Memorable quote:“Basal is like the boring flatmate who pays the rent. Bolus is the flashy one who only shows up for parties and occasionally breaks the furniture.”

👉 Got your own insulin mishap or testing tip? Send us your story — we might read it on the pod!

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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:

• 🚜 Jack’s digger disaster and “Gollum Foot”

• 📉 Mike’s CGM fail and hypo brain logic

• 💬 Why more Type 2s are wearing CGMs

• 📊 Time in range wins & diet tweaks

• 🥣 The overnight oats vs. “overnight sandwich” debate

Quote of the Week:
“From Gollum Foot to Piggyback Jack” – Mike

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00:00 – Welcome & Chaos Incoming01:43 – 🚜 Jack vs. The Digger (Gollum Foot is born)06:15 – 🐝 Wasp Wars: A swarm in the middle of a hypo09:09 – 📉 Mike’s CGM fail & hypo brain logic11:52 – 💬 Type 2s, CGMs & misconceptions17:14 – 📊 Time in Range results (Mike: 77%, Jack: 85%)18:50 – 🥣 Overnight oats vs. “overnight sandwiches”20:07 – 🚶 Diabetes UK Wellness Walk & Piggyback Jack

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 really like.

💡 You’ll learn:

• What Type 1 diabetes actually is and what causes it
• The difference between Type 1 and Type 2
• What basal and bolus insulin mean
• How highs and lows feel in real life
• The mental and emotional side of living with T1D

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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 timing might be the issue
• 🤯 And what actually happens when two T1Ds go low at the same time in public?

⏱️ Episode Chapters

1. 00:00 – Welcome Back & Blood Sugar Mayhem
   Jack’s battling glucose chaos while Mike’s loving life off work.
2. 03:45 – The Fitness Flip: From Slump to Salad
   Mike’s back in the gym, meal prepping, and loving the pain—Jack’s feeling inspired.
3. 06:30 – Time-in-Range Battle
   Mike’s smashing 74% time in range… but with 17% lows. Jack’s just behind at 72%.
4. 08:15 – Meet-Up Mayhem: Hypos, Ice Cream & Painting Walls
   Mike hits 2.9, Jack’s alarm goes off, and Riley’s calm with pizza while both lads spiral.
5. 12:30 – Gym Glucose Spikes & Leg Day Lows
   Post-workout spikes and nighttime hypos—training with T1D isn’t easy.
6. 15:45 – Jack’s Night-Time Struggles
   From bedtime crashes to 3am spikes—Jack’s nightly battles with Lantus.
7. 19:30 – Flipping Lantus: Will It Work?
   Jack’s planning a bold experiment to shift his basal insulin to mornings.
8. 22:00 – Call for Stories & FITT1D Update
   Mike confirms the FITT1D launch is locked for 1st Sept, and both hosts ask for your T1D stories.

💬 Quote of the Week:
"Man’s got a big bunda... and a 74% time in range." – Mike

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