Taking Control Of Your Diabetes® - The Podcast!

What diabetes technology is actually helping people right now—and how do you figure out what fits best into your life?

In this 100th episode of the TCOYD Podcast, Dr. E and Dr. P are joined by diabetes nurse practitioner and educator Rachael Sood, founder of The Diabetes Collective, to talk through the latest updates in diabetes technology and what they’re seeing in real-world diabetes care.

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What if something was going on with your health and you didn’t feel any symptoms at all? Could it be metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH)? In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus talk about fatty liver and MASH, a condition that can develop quietly but still has a real impact over time. They’re joined by patient advocate Manuel Oliver, who shares his experience after being diagnosed a...

What does it really mean to be “gluten-free” and how do you know if it’s something you actually need?In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman sits down with registered dietitian EA Stewart (aka The Spicy RD) to talk through the difference between celiac disease and gluten sensitivity, and why that distinction matters. They explain how celiac disease develops, why it’s often missed, and how it connects to other aut...

What if a type 2 diabetes diagnosis could be the start of taking better care of your health—not the end of it?

In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus share their top 10 tips for people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, with a focus on helping you feel informed, supported, and encouraged. They talk about why this diagnosis is not a personal failure, how much of it is connected to genetics and metab...

What does someone really need to know in the first days and weeks after a type 1 diabetes diagnosis?

In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus share the “starter kit” they wish every newly diagnosed person and family had from the very beginning. Both diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 15, Steve and Jeremy reflect on what has changed since their own diagnoses and walk through the practical advice...

Are you getting the most out of the diabetes technology you use every day and do you know what’s coming next?

In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus sit down with diabetes tech expert Justin Eastzer, creator of Diabetech, who is also living with type 1 diabetes, for a conversation about the steadily growing and expanding world of diabetes technology. They talk about how CGMs, automated insulin deliver...

What does it really look like to grow older with type 1 diabetes today?

The good news is people with diabetes are now living longer than ever! In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman is joined by diabetes advocate Joanne Milo and endocrinologist Dr. Athena Tsimikas to talk about the realities of aging with type 1. They share how expectations have changed over time, why more people are now living long lives with diabetes, and what...

What does it take to safely manage type 1 diabetes while flying a commercial jet?

In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman talk with Quinton Weiskittel, a commercial pilot living with type 1 diabetes. Quinton shares what it was like to be diagnosed mid-career, how FAA rules have changed, and the real-world routines he uses to stay steady through long flights, time zones, busy airports, and long stretches of s...

What exactly is inflammation, and how do you know if it's affecting your health? In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus sit down with Dr. Jennie Luna, an endocrinologist specializing in obesity medicine and nutrition, to demystify inflammation and its connection to diabetes and metabolic health.

Together, they explore the difference between acute and chronic inflammation, why chronic inflammation often goes unnotic...

What new advancements are actually coming in diabetes care in 2026 and what’s in store in the near future? In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus both take a look at the diabetes treatments and technologies they believe are most likely to arrive in 2026.

Together, they walk through emerging therapies for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes, focusing on developments that are no longer theoretical but actively movi...

Why did the FDA deny sotagliflozin —even with strong data showing heart, kidney, and glucose benefits? In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman sits down with special guest Stacey Simms to break down the full story behind SGLT inhibitors and their complicated path in type 1 diabetes.

Together, they walk through how SGLT inhibitors transformed type 2 diabetes care, why many clinicians believe people with type 1 should have access, an...

Continuous glucose monitoring didn’t start as sleek apps and tiny sensors — it began with chunky receivers, short wear times, and a lot of skepticism. In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman sit down with Dexcom CEO and original sensor engineer Jake Leach to trace the evolution of CGM from those early “Tylenol-shaped” receivers and repurposed pagers to today’s G7 system and beyond.

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Get a practical breakdown of Afrezza, the ultra-rapid inhaled insulin, with this comprehensive guide to efficacy, timing, and real-world application. Join Drs. Jeremy Pettus and Steve Edelman—endocrinologists living with Type 1 diabetes—as they reveal why this unique tool is often misunderstood and how to use it effectively to flatten post-meal spikes.

In this episode, we move beyond the basics to correct the biggest mis...

Type 1 diabetes doesn’t always travel alone — in fact, it often brings other autoimmune conditions along for the ride. In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman shine a light on the most common ones that tend to show up with T1D, why they happen in the first place, when you should be screened, and what subtle symptoms should raise a red flag.

They walk through what’s common but manageable, like t...

Gene therapy isn’t science fiction anymore, it’s becoming one of the most exciting frontiers in diabetes care. In this episode, Dr. Jeremy Pettus and Dr. Steve Edelman sit down with Dr. Fraser Wright, career gene therapist and Co-Founder/Chief Gene Therapy Officer at Kriya Therapeutics, to explore how gene therapy could one day help the body make its own insulin.

Together, they unpack what gene therapy actually is, Dr. P...

The diagnosis of Cushing's Syndrome is often missed because its underlying cause, hypercortisolism, masks itself as 'just diabetes,' 'just stress,' or 'just getting older,' which can lead to serious problems. In this conversation, Dr. Steve Edelman talks with a military veteran named Phil and his wife Cherese about years of unexplained fatigue, tough-to-control blood sugars, and high blood pressure, and the one test that made every...

Type 2 diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions in the U.S., but it doesn’t have to define or limit your life. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus—two endocrinologists with decades of experience—break down practical strategies for living well with type 2. From the latest medications and tools to everyday lifestyle choices, they highlight what really makes a difference in the long ...

Living with type 1 diabetes is a daily grind, full of numbers, decisions, and constant adjustments, but it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. In this episode, Dr. Steve Edelman and Dr. Jeremy Pettus two endocrinologists who also live with T1D, share their top 10 tips for making life with diabetes more manageable and a little easier to navigate. They cover everything from setting realistic blood sugar goals and understanding t...

Think sleep apnea is just about loud snoring? Think again. This common condition is a serious health issue that affects a staggering number of people with both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Steve Edelman is joined by Dr. Jeremy Pettus, who shares his own recent and unexpected diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnea. From recognizing the subtle symptoms to navigating the diagnosis process and starting tre...