Conversations about diabetes and health can be awkward—especially when you're a teenager trying to figure it all out. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman welcomes diabetes influencer Mary Comeau and pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Manasi Jaiman to break down the real issues young people with type 1 diabetes face when navigating adolescence, independence, and taboo topics like sex, alcohol, marijuana, driving, and overbearing parents. With personal stories, practical advice, and some laughs along th...
Jul 16, 2025•39 min•Ep. 79
People living with diabetes often focus on managing blood sugars, medications, and diet — but skin health is an equally important and often overlooked part of the picture. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman sits down with Dr. Tanya Nino, a board-certified dermatologist, to explore the skin conditions commonly seen in people with diabetes. From everyday concerns like dry, itchy skin to more serious fungal infections and rare complications like necrobiosis lipoidica, Dr. Nino offers clear explanat...
Jun 24, 2025•32 min•Ep. 78
When complications like chronic kidney disease and Type 1 diabetes intersect, it can feel overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman sits down with Kristen Hohmann, a Type 1 diabetic who underwent both kidney and pancreas transplants, to explore her journey of managing diabetes, overcoming kidney failure, and pursuing the life-changing decision to undergo a dual organ transplant. Kristen shares the emotional, physical, and mental challenges she faced along the way, offering valuable insigh...
Jun 10, 2025•32 min•Ep. 77
Managing Type 1 diabetes is complex, but when an eating disorder like diabulimia enters the picture, it becomes even more challenging. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus sat down with clinical psychologist Dr. Liana Abascal to explore the psychological and physical impact of eating disorders, particularly diabulimia, in individuals with Type 1 diabetes. They dive deep into the signs, risk factors, and treatment strategies for those struggling with both diabetes and eating d...
May 26, 2025•34 min•Ep. 76
Managing diabetes isn't just about numbers—it's also about handling the emotional toll that comes with it. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus sit down with leading diabetes psychologist Dr. Bill Polonsky to unpack the mental health side of living with diabetes . From feeling overwhelmed by constant decision-making to dealing with burnout, they explore the real-life emotional challenges people with diabetes face every day. You'll learn how to recognize the signs of diabetes ...
May 12, 2025•36 min•Ep. 75
In this jam-packed episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman team up with special guest Dr. David Ahn to break down the latest and greatest in diabetes technology for 2025 . From extended-wear CGMs to fully automatic hybrid closed-loop pumps and dual-hormonal systems, this episode is your complete guide to what’s available now and what’s coming soon. Whether you’re on MDI, using a pump, or considering a tech upgrade, this conversation will help you navigate the expanding world of devices—...
Apr 30, 2025•41 min•Ep. 74
In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman go head-to-head in a friendly face-off between two of the most talked-about medications in diabetes and weight management: Ozempic and Mounjaro. Both are part of the powerful GLP-1 class, but which one might be better for you? From A1C reduction and weight loss to heart and kidney protection, ease of use, side effects, and insurance coverage—Drs. E & P walk you through a category-by-category comparison. They bring the clinical data and...
Apr 14, 2025•35 min•Ep. 73
In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus sit down with Sierra Werling, their first patient to ever receive Tzield, to discuss the groundbreaking therapy designed to delay the onset of type 1 diabetes . Sierra shares her personal journey, how she discovered she was at risk for type 1, what led her to pursue the Tzield treatment, and how her life has changed since receiving it. Steve and Jeremy also break down the science behind Tzield, how it works to preserve insulin-producing be...
Mar 24, 2025•34 min•Ep. 72
In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman sits down with Michael Killiam, Director of Clinical Services at Pacific Northwest Research Institute, to discuss two groundbreaking studies—TEDDY and Cascade—that have shaped our understanding of genetic and environmental triggers for type 1 diabetes. The TEDDY study, spanning over 20 years and involving nearly 8,800 participants, investigates why some genetically at-risk individuals develop type 1 diabetes while others do not. Cascade builds upon TEDDY’s find...
Mar 10, 2025•34 min•Ep. 71
In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus dive into a little-known but critical complication of diabetes—fatty liver disease. They are joined by Dr. Juan Pablo Frias, an endocrinologist and metabolic disease expert, to explore why people with diabetes are at significantly higher risk of developing fatty liver and what can be done to prevent, detect, and treat it before it leads to serious complications. They discuss the direct connection between insulin resistance, obesity, and li...
Feb 24, 2025•34 min•Ep. 70
In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus explore the critical connection between heart health, kidney function, and diabetes, known as the Cardiorenal Metabolic (CKM) Syndrome . They are joined by Dr. Jennifer Green, an expert in endocrinology and cardiology from Duke University, to discuss how diabetes impacts multiple organs, the latest advancements in treatment, and what individuals can do to protect their heart and kidneys. They break down why heart and kidney health should n...
Feb 10, 2025•38 min•Ep. 69
In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus speak with former NBA player Gary Forbes, one of only three NBA athletes with type 1 diabetes . Gary shares his powerful story of being diagnosed with diabetes during college, overcoming misdiagnoses, and achieving his dream of playing professional basketball despite the challenges of living with diabetes. He provides invaluable insights into the importance of mindset, perseverance, and building a support system while navigating life as an...
Jan 27, 2025•35 min•Ep. 68
In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus share 10 of their most practical and achievable lifestyle tips to help individuals with diabetes start the year off right. From setting realistic goals to optimizing blood sugar and weight management, they offer actionable advice for making small changes that lead to big improvements. They also emphasize on the power of small, sustainable changes—like incorporating regular exercise, stretching, and healthier eating habits—that can lead to ...
Jan 13, 2025•32 min•Ep. 67
In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman speaks with a special guest, Dr. Jarik Conrad, CEO of "Human Like Me" and advocate for plant-based living, to discuss the transformative power of adopting a plant-based diet for individuals living with diabetes . Dr. Conrad shares his personal journey from growing up in a community with limited health resources to becoming an advocate for healthy lifestyle changes like plant-based diets that improve health outcomes. In this podcast they will also go over how pl...
Dec 30, 2024•31 min•Ep. 66
In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman address the most common musculoskeletal and neuropathic conditions that affect people with diabetes. They explore how complications like frozen shoulder, carpal tunnel syndrome, and trigger are linked to long-term diabetes, and how they can significantly impact daily life. Focusing on real-life scenarios and actionable advice, they offer strategies to help individuals with diabetes recognize early warning signs, navigate treatment options,...
Dec 09, 2024•34 min•Ep. 65
In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman speak with Dr. Preethika Ekanayake, a fellow clinical endocrinologist at UCSD, about how mindfulness and meditation can alleviate the unique challenges faced by people with diabetes. They delve into how mindfulness practices can help reduce diabetes-related stress, improve emotional resilience, and even positively affect blood sugar control. Dr. Ekanayake shares her personal journey of rediscovering mindfulness, offers practical examples o...
Nov 26, 2024•29 min•Ep. 64
Dr. Steve Edelman speaks with Dr. David Diamond, a radiation oncologist with deep expertise in pancreatic cancer, to explore the critical but often overlooked connection between diabetes and pancreatic cancer. They discuss the heightened risks for individuals with type 2 diabetes, the challenges in early detection, and why pancreatic cancer remains one of the most deadly cancers due to its lack of symptoms and effective screening methods. Dr. Diamond shares insights into emerging screening techn...
Nov 11, 2024•31 min•Ep. 63
Dr. Steve Edelman, an endocrinologist living with Type 1 diabetes, is joined by Dr. Nik London, an ophthalmologist specializing in retinal diseases such as Diabetic Retinopathy and Diabetic Macular Edema. Throughout this episode, they discuss eye complications and their effects on individuals with diabetes. They go into depth and breakdown Diabetic Retinopathy—a common eye complication found in individuals with diabetes. Diabetic retinopathy is a leading cause of blindness among individuals with...
Oct 28, 2024•32 min•Ep. 62
Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman, both endocrinologists living with type 1 diabetes, dive into the topic of insulin pumps, a device more commonly associated with type 1 diabetes management. However, this podcast focuses on the potential benefits and considerations of using insulin pumps for people with type 2 diabetes. They explore how insulin pumps can help control blood glucose levels, especially as they integrate with continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). They discuss advancements in ins...
Oct 15, 2024•28 min•Ep. 61
A Sit Down with Breakthrough T1D (Formerly JDRF) – Featuring Aaron Kowalski, CEO TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus This special edition of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast is an enlightening conversation between three diabetes experts all living with type 1 diabetes themselves: Dr. Steve Edelman, Dr. Jeremy Pettus, and Dr. Aaron Kowalski, CEO of Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) . ...
Oct 01, 2024•35 min•Ep. 60
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a serious complication of diabetes that often goes unnoticed in its early stages. In this episode of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast, hosts Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman, both endocrinologists living with type 1 diabetes, provide an in-depth exploration of CKD in diabetes. The...
Sep 10, 2024•27 min•Ep. 59
Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) is a severe and potentially life-threatening complication of diabetes, yet it is more common than people think, especially upon diagnosis of diabetes. In this episode of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast, hosts Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman, both endocrinologists living with type 1 d...
Aug 28, 2024•22 min•Ep. 58
Doing All the Right Things, but Your Diabetes Is Still Out of Whack…Could It Be Hypercortisolism? – Featuring Daniel Einhorn MD, FACP, FACE TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus Discover why 1 in 4 people living with uncontrolled diabetes might have an overlooked, treatable condition. In this eye-opening episode of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast, Dr. Steve Edelman and endocrinology ...
Aug 12, 2024•28 min•Ep. 57
Low Vision – Featuring Dr. Richard Shuldiner, OD, FAAO, Dipl AAo, Low Vision Diplomate Emeritus at American Academy of Optometry TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus Uncover a hidden world of vision care that could change the lives of people with diabetes. In this episode, we explore ‘low vision’ - a term many people have never heard of, but one that could dramatically improve your daily life. ...
Jul 31, 2024•33 min•Ep. 56
Why Everyone Should Screen for Type 1 – Anastasia Albanese O’Neil, PhD, APRN, CDCES; Associate Vice President of Type 1 Diabetes Education and Clinical Implementation at Breakthrough T1D TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus In this episode of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast, Dr. Steve Edelman is joined by a passionate advocate and expert in diabetes education, Anastasia Albanese O’N...
Jul 15, 2024•35 min•Ep. 55
Islet Cell Replacement Therapy – Featuring Manasi Jaiman, MD, MPH, Pediatric Endocrinologist and Diabetes Researcher with expertise in both drug and device developments in type 1 diabetes. TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus Islet cell replacement therapy represents a promising advancement to cure type 1 diabetes. In this episode of the Taking Control of Your Diabetes podcast, our special gues...
Jul 03, 2024•30 min•Ep. 54
Gestational Diabetes – Featuring Thomas Moore, MD, Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialist and Interim Chief Medical Officer at UC San Diego School of Medicine TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus Gestational diabetes is becoming increasingly common in the United States and around the world. Approximately 8% of pregnant women who deliver their babies in the U.S. have gestational diabetes at the time...
Jun 10, 2024•35 min•Ep. 53
Turn it Up! Hearing Issues and Diabetes – Featuring Sara Mattson, Au.D, Doctor of Audiology; Owner of San Diego Hearing Center TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus Did you know that approximately 48 million people aged 20 and older experience some form of hearing loss? Join us with Sara Mattson as we delve into hearing issues. We'll explore the correlation between hearing loss and diabetes and ...
May 29, 2024•30 min•Ep. 52
When It Comes To Diabetes This Mother Knows Best (A Mother’s Day Special) – Featuring Emily King, MD, Pediatric Endo Living with Type 1; and Mother to a T1D Child TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus This Mother's Day, we extend our sincere gratitude to all mothers who either have diabetes themselves or have children living with the condition . We recognize your unwavering strength, support, de...
May 15, 2024•38 min•Ep. 51
Two Dietitians and Two Endos Talk About Food! – Featuring Wendy Lopez, MS, RD, CDCES & Jessica Jones, MS, RD, CDCES Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Diabetes Educators; Co-Founders of Diabetes Digital and Food Haven TAKING CONTROL OF YOUR DIABETES® - THE PODCAST! ...With Expert Endocrinologists Living with T1D, Drs. Steven V. Edelman & Jeremy Pettus Welcome to episode 50! Join us as we sit down with expert dietitians Wendy and Jessica, delving into diet-related information that we b...
Apr 30, 2024•34 min•Ep. 50
