Mike and Cam are thrilled to welcome back one of their all-time favorite guests: Erin Smith, the Gluten-Free Globetrotter! Erin shares her top holiday travel and party tips, from smart airport food strategies to navigating gatherings with confidence. She also gives an update on life in Montreal, talks about celebrating Christmas in Mexico, and offers practical advice on researching safe spots to eat both locally and abroad. A perfect episode to help you stay prepared, calm, and gluten-free throughout the holiday season!

Mike and his family head to St. Louis for his daughter's softball tournament—but when rain washes out most of the games, the real action happens off the field. With unexpected downtime, Mike goes on the hunt for the best gluten-free eats the city has to offer. From mouthwatering Missouri-style BBQ to a creative spin on tacos, plus a surprise college visit complete with a gummy-bear bonus, this trip delivers plenty of delicious discoveries. Join Mike as he turns a soggy weekend into a gluten-free adventure packed with standout finds!

Mike and Cam are thrilled to welcome author and illustrator Jennifer Schiano to the podcast! Jennifer opens up about her personal journey before and after her celiac diagnosis and how she turned her challenges into creativity. Her new book, The Bread Devil's Guide to Gluten Free, uses humor, heart, and art to help children understand celiac disease while sparking meaningful conversations about living gluten free.

In addition to listening to the podcast, you can also watch it on YouTube @celiacproject

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Mike and Cam are back with their Fall News and Notes! They kick things off with exciting research on a potential new blood test that could diagnose celiac disease without a gluten challenge. The guys also share powerful listener stories—from Jim's ongoing health journey to Julie's late diagnosis and resilience. We wrap up the show looking at some interesting research coming out of UC Santa Barbara on wheat. Is it possible there will be a gluten free strain of wheat in the future?

Mike and Cam are thrilled to sit down with Dr. Deanna Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at the Maryland Psychiatric Research Center at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and co-author of the groundbreaking new book Get Your Brain off Grain. In this engaging conversation, Dr. Kelly dives into the latest research linking gluten to psychiatric disorders and explains how gluten can impact the brain in both people with celiac disease and those with non-celiac gluten sensitivity. From groundbreaking science to real world implications, this episode uncovers how disruptions in the gut can directly affect the brain and why understanding that connection is crucial for anyone living with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

You can also watch this episode on YouTube:

https://youtu.be/Uy6gwv_9FE0

Cam is kicking off a brand new chapter as he heads back to school at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC)! He shares how he's setting himself up for success—from meeting with administrators about accommodations, to working with dietitians and dining staff to ensure safe gluten free meals. Mike and Cam dive into the challenges, preparations, and excitement of Cam's upcoming semester. There are great lessons in this episode for anyone who needs to advocate for themselves or a loved one in any situation!

Mike and Cam keep the summer vibes going in part two of their end-of-summer celebration, packed with gluten-free highlights. Cam shares some exciting updates as he heads back to school, while Mike reflects on the growing strength and connection of the celiac and gluten-free communities. And of course, no party is complete without a toast—this time with Holidaily's crisp and refreshing Fruited Blonde Sweet Melon.

Summer might be over, but Mike and Cam are keeping the vibes alive! They crack open some special Holidaily brews (thanks to Gluten Free Dave and the Celiac Cruise) and throw a little end-of-summer party. From unforgettable eats to gluten-free adventures, there was too much fun for just one episode—so consider this Part 1 of the celebration!

Mike and the crew hit the road for a summer college tour in Indiana—finding not just great options for Jessica's future, but unforgettable food along the way! Between campus visits, they chased down dedicated gluten-free havens, pizza and pasta worth writing home about, a gummy bear factory sugar rush, and plenty of classic family road-trip shenanigans.

Mike and Cam are excited to welcome Dr. Maureen Leonard back to the podcast! Dr. Leonard is Clinical Director of the Center For Celiac Research and Treatment at Mass General Hospital for Children (MGHfC) and an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School (HMS). Dr. Leonard shares an update on her groundbreaking work on the CDGEMM study, which follows infants from birth through childhood to learn more about the many factors that can contribute to the development of celiac disease. She shares her thoughts on some of the other exciting advancements that are taking place in celiac research and treatment. Plus, Mike and Cam find out about how she navigates her busy life as a doctor living with celiac disease.