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In Episode 333, Coach Ken and Graham dive into a wide-ranging, honest conversation sparked by a viral question: Should Type 1 diabetes even be called diabetes?

What started as a short social media clip turned into thousands of views, healthy debates, and emotional responses—highlighting the confusion, stigma, and misunderstanding that still surrounds diabetes today. Ken and Graham unpack why this topic struck such a nerve, how language shapes perception, and why clarity matters—not division.

From there, the conversation expands into real-world diabetes challenges: insulin access and affordability, rationing fears, stress-driven insulin resistance, CGM infections, reusing supplies, and how everyday decisions—exercise, food quality, sleep, and stress—can dramatically change insulin needs.

The episode closes with a thoughtful discussion on Dexcom’s new 15-day CGM, environmental impact, patient assistance programs, and what progress actually looks like for people living with diabetes.

This is raw, unscripted diabetes conversation—exactly what the live show is designed to be.

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Why the word “diabetes” carries stigma and confusion
• The difference between Type 1 and Type 2 at a biological level
• Why insulin access is still a real issue
• How stress drives insulin resistance
• Practical ways to reduce insulin needs without perfection
• The reality of reusing needles and CGM complications
• Dexcom 15-day CGM expectations and concerns
• How language, education, and community shape confidence

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