Do you want to advocate for diabetes but not sure where to start? This episode is for you! As someone who has been a fierce advocate for 13 years, I share a few tips and ideas to get you started on your journey to advocating for the diabetes community.  ..read more

Do you get overwhelmed when thinking about health insurance? Do you struggle to understand the confusing world of health care? Well, me too. This episode is for you! Learn from the CEO of the Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition & Diabetes Leadership Council on the barriers to health care, how to go about choosing a plan, and what some of the key terms mean.  DPAC: www.diabetespac.org @diabetespac  ..read more

It's time for a 2023 recap! Want to reminisce on the guests, episodes, and accomplishments we made this year in the diabetes community? Listen along as we recount all the fun from the past year and look toward 2024 ..read more

What's it like to see your sibling deal with a life-altering diagnosis? How does it affect the entire family? What is it like having multiple generations of diabetics? My brother and I know the answers all too well. This special episode delves into all the hardships and beautiful blessings that occur when diabetes changes a life.  ..read more

Stress is a normal part of life, and it's important to learn how to deal with it. But how does it manifest in your body? How does it impact diabetes? What can you do to manage your stress? Listen to this episode to hear the science behind it and gain a few tips on stress management! Follow me: @missamericaia ..read more

It's been a while. Want to know what I've been up to? Listen to hear everything life has thrown my way as we take a break from our regular schedule to discuss Miss Iowa, family health, and the future of this show.  ..read more

I live with mental illness, as do 40% of the diabetes community. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and as we face a mental health crisis in America, it is vital that we open up discussions surrounding it.  ..read more

There are a lot of myths and fears surrounding pregnancy and parenthood with diabetes. But how many of them are true? What is it actually like to manage T1D during and after those 9 months? Hear Stephanie's story as she breaks down these misconceptions in time for Mother's Day ..read more

There are some incredible books written about diabetes out there. One of them being "Rosie Becomes a Warrior!" On this episode, hear what the author of this phenomenal T1D children's book has to say about representation, community, and being a warrior ..read more

As a titleholder and long-time competitor in Miss America, I have navigated the competition world through the unique lens of a diabetic. While I've always felt "different" from those around me because of my disease, I've used it as a superpower to advocate for those like me. All while earning scholarships, making friends, gaining professional experience, and wearing 6 inch heels ..read more