In this inspiring episode, host Madi Cheever sits down withMichelle Hale, founder of Global Diabetic, a global Type 1 diabetes advocate who has lived on five continents, climbed Mount Kilimanjaro, and built a worldwide community proving that diabetes does not define limitations.
Michelle shares her personal journey of being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at age 14, navigating early feelings of isolation, and eventually transforming her experience into a mission-driven platform that connects and empowers people with diabetes around the world.
🎧 Topics Covered:- Being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as a teenager- Traveling internationally with diabetes- Pregnancy and motherhood with Type 1 diabetes- Mental health, burnout, and self-advocacy- Why visibility and community matter- Breaking misconceptions about diabetes
👩‍⚕️ About the Host:Madi Cheever is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), and lives with Type 1 diabetes herself. She is the creator of TypeOneTypeFun.com and hosts conversations that empowerpeople with diabetes through education, community, and real-life experiences. Follow Madi @type.one.type.fun
🌍 About the Guest:Michelle Hale is the founder of Global Diabetic and a global Type 1 diabetes advocate. She hosts the weekly Instagram Live series “Mondays with Michelle” and shares lived experiences from around the world to help others feel less alone with diabetes. Follow Michelle @GlobalDiabetic
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This content is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider about any questions or concerns regarding your health or treatment options.

✨ This episode gave us goosebumps — and it will give you hope. ✨

We spoke with Dr. Larry Deeb, a pediatric endocrinologist, longtime clinical trial leader, Florida State University faculty member, and former President of the American Diabetes Association. After more than 40 years caring for children with diabetes, Dr. Deeb shared something truly extraordinary: he believes he may have prevented type 1 diabetes from developing in a child through early screening and intervention.

Yes — prevented. 💙

Dr. Deeb was so excited to deliver this news to us! He says since the child is a sibling of another child with T1D, he screened him through a program called TrialNet. One of the child's brothers had four antibodies and his A1C got to 6.6, which is right at the breaking point for diabetes. Dr. Deeb intervened by giving the child an infusion of anti thymocyte globulin, an immunosuppressant medication, and 18 months later, the child's A1C is 5.4.

This is the future of diabetes care, and it’s happening right now. From groundbreaking TrialNet research to next-generation therapies, Dr. Deeb’s optimism, experience, and passion are nothing short of inspiring.

You can learn more about TrialNet at: https://www.trialnet.org🎙

Hosted by Madi Cheever of TypeOneTypeFun.com

🤝 Supported by DirectDiabetes.com

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This content is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider about any questions or concerns regarding your health or treatment options.

"Healthy Eating" doesn't have to mean restriction, guilt, or stress 🍎

In this episode, Madi Cheever, MPH, RD, LDN, CHES sits down with Ann Kent, RDN, CDCES, founder of Peas and Hoppiness, a meal planning app that makes real, nutritious food simple, fun, and satisfying for busy families. Ann shares how growing up on a Kansas farm shaped her relationship with food, how she turned her passion for practical nutrition into a thriving digital platform, and why "healthy eating" should never mean restriction or guilt.

💡 What You'll Learn:
✅ How to practice intuitive eating without abandoning your health goals
✅ Why "be better, not perfect" is the mantra that changes everything
✅ How to make meal planning joyful instead of overwhelming
✅ The difference between food rules and food boundaries
✅ Why adding nutrients matters more than restricting foods
✅ How to talk about food with your family without shame or guilt
✅ Practical tips for eating well with diabetes (or any health condition)
✅ How small, sustainable changes lead to lasting results

This episode is for you if:
✅ You're tired of conflicting nutrition advice
✅ You want to enjoy food without guilt
✅ You're looking for practical meal planning strategies
✅ You're navigating diabetes and need real-world food guidance
✅ You want to feed your family nutritious food without the stress

Ann reminds us that health is so much more than macros and meal plans. It's about your relationship with food, how you talk about it, how you share it with others, and how it fits into your life, joyfully and without guilt. 🌿 Even on your 20% days, you can still give 100%.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms

🔗 Connect with Dietitian Ann Kent:
Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/peasandhoppiness⁠
Website: peasandhoppiness.com

Registered Dietitian & T1D Coach Madi Cheever hosts this helpful podcast:
✅ Follow Madi ⁠https://www.instagram.com/type.one.type.fun⁠
📚 Get her FREE book at typeonetypefun.com/free-book
🎙️ More episodes at TypeOneTypeFun.com

🎙️ Find more podcast episodes + diabetes news at: ⁠https://directdiabetes.com⁠

Medical Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, medications, or diabetes care plan.