DIY Loop user Taylor Patterson built an AI-powered food analysis tool right into the AID app—helping users take pictures, scan barcodes, or enter text and voice prompts to get carb estimates, nutrition breakdowns, and diabetes-oriented notes. In this episode, Taylor explains how he created the feature in just 30 minutes, how it’s already helping him improve his time in range, and why AI could change the way people with diabetes approach meals and treatment.

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We cover ADCES 2025 updates on how diabetes educators are adapting to AI, new insights on mental health and eating disorders in type 1, and eye-opening stats about access to care. We also dive into the latest diabetes tech, including the Pivot pump, DIY systems, and carb awareness research. And lastly, we discuss major progress toward a cure for type 1 diabetes, with companies like Vertex and Sana moving faster than ever. I’m joined by two incredible diabetes educators, Mary Rose Deraco and Meg Moreta, to break it all down and share why education remains such a critical — and often overlooked — part of diabetes care.

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We dive into the growing off-label use of GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro among people with type 1 diabetes. I'm joined by longtime diabetes advocate and healthcare executive Marie Schiller to explore the benefits, risks, and evolving research around these drugs. We discuss new studies, including the ADJUST-T1D trial, showing improved A1C, increased time in range, reduced insulin needs, and moderate weight loss—without major safety concerns. Marie shares her personal journey with GLP-1s, why they could be a game-changer when combined with AID systems, and the barriers to insurance coverage and FDA approval. The conversation also covers how people are accessing these medications, ongoing clinical trials, and the need for a multipronged treatment approach in type 1 care.

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AI-powered food tracking is changing how people with diabetes count carbs and manage their glucose. In this episode, I speak with Aurelian Briner, CEO and co-founder of the SNAQ app—an AI-driven diabetes app that uses photos, voice notes, and machine learning to estimate carbs, log meals, and predict glucose spikes. We dive into how AI is transforming diabetes management, the importance of personalized insights, and the challenges of building accurate food recognition tools. With new features like Dexcom’s Smart Food Log and the growing potential of AI companions, this episode explores what the future of diabetes tech looks like.

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This episode explores the early days of diabetes data integration and the rise of open-source AID systems with Brandon Arbiter, Co-Founder and Acting CEO of Tidepool. Brandon shares how his passion for location data led to the creation of Tidepool, now a key platform in diabetes tech. We discuss the pivotal people who shaped the open source space, big moments in the development of AID systems, Tidepool’s role in FDA-clearing the Loop algorithm, and what the future of proactive diabetes care could look like.

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Dexcom addresses growing concerns over G7 sensor failures, the recall of receivers with faulty alerts, and an FDA warning letter. We also discuss the upcoming 15-day Dexcom G7, AI food tracking and a new integration between Stelo and Oura Ring. Drop your questions and comments on YouTube.

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In this episode, Justin speaks with Melissa Holloway, the founder of SmartStart and a type 1 for over 30 years, opens up about her personal fight to access an insulin pump after moving to the UK—and how that journey led her to become a force for change in the diabetes community. Together, they explore how one voice can make a difference and why community-driven events like Friends for Life are so essential for families navigating type 1. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or person living with T1D, this is a story of advocacy, resilience, and impact you won’t want to miss.

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We break down the biggest diabetes tech and research highlights from the 2025 ADA Scientific Sessions. Justin is joined by CDCES Gary Scheiner to discuss new tubeless insulin pumps, an implantable continuous glucose monitor, and updates on a dual glucose-ketone sensor. We also explore cutting-edge research on islet cell therapies, ultra-concentrated insulins, and the potential of amylin as a complementary hormone treatment.

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In this live episode of Diabetech, I'm joined by Jen Greaves in Valencia, Spain! Jen is a fellow T1D, world traveler, and content creator who spent four months exploring Latin America—all while managing life with type 1. We talk about what it takes to travel long-term with T1D, from navigating insulin supply challenges to staying on top of tech and routines while constantly on the move. Now that I’ve been traveling as a digital nomad for ten months myself, I had a ton of questions for her—and this episode is full of helpful insights, laughs, and honest reflections. Whether you're a T1D dreaming of your next adventure or just curious how we make it all work on the road, this one’s for you. Watch our videos on Jen's page with the links below.

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Over the last 8 months, I’ve been traveling the world as a digital nomad, and I want everyone with diabetes to know—it is possible to travel safely and confidently. Today I'm joined by my diabetes educator, Mary Rose, who helped guide me through my very first trip with type 1 diabetes! Mary Rose and I cover everything from what to pack and how to prep with your care team, to airport security tips, managing insulin on long flights, and important conversations to have with your travel companions. Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway or a months-long journey, this episode is full of practical advice and encouragement.

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