Welcome to Not Your Type, a show that highlights the realities of living with diabetes through personal testimonies, educational insight, and expert opinions. Hosted by Alysa Goethe, a type 1 diabetic, a lifelong advocate, and Miss Iowa 2023.
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.
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.
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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!
We are joined by none other than Miss America 1999, Dr. Nicole Johnson. She was a history maker as the first person with diabetes to win the title and show off her devices publicly at that level. In this episode, we discuss her 25-year Miss America anniversary and the continuous work she’s done for the diabetes community.
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.
Diaversary: A day commemorating one's diabetes diagnosis. Today, August 22nd, marks my twelfth year living with T1D. Today, I'm reflecting on my journey and the significance of honoring this special day each year.
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!
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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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
Mental health can be difficult to manage, with or without diabetes. Learn how Miss Fitzgerald, a local titleholder in the Miss Georgia and Miss America competition, advocates for mental health as a diabetic and the experiences that have shaped her!
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Spring Break is just around the corner! Are you planning on traveling as a diabetic or with someone else who has it? Are you nervous about leaving for vacation? Type 1 Way Ticket is here to help! In this episode, we cover the amazing programs T1WT offers, the impact of travel, and tips for traveling with diabetes!
Diabetes and heart health is interconnected. They contribute to each other in ways that significantly dictate our overall wellbeing. As we conclude American Heart Month, let's explore more about heart health and the importance of helping our hearts, and opening it up to others.
We all get nervous on dates. But imagine having the added stressor of diabetes thrown into the mix! Whether you're looking for love or have already found it, I'm giving tips on how to support yourself and have partners support YOU during this month of love.
Whether you're newly diagnosed or have lived with diabetes for years, you may have wondered- how do I get involved with the diabetic community? Well, this episode is for you! As someone who passionately serves a variety of support and leadership roles with different diabetes organizations, I'm here to tell you how you can take the nerves out of getting started.
Being a first-year teacher is hard. But so is being a diabetic. Listen to this episode to hear tips on how I manage my health while being a new professional in the workplace!
2022 was one for the books! But how did it fair for my diabetes? Listen to my year in review with stats, highs and lows, and goals for 2023 in this episode. Compare and share your year with me, too!
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Being a diabetic is hard. But being the parent of one is difficult as well. Hear from the unique perspective of my T1D father and my mother, who is a parent/spouse/daughter of T1Ds, as they share the emotional reality of seeing your child live with diabetes.
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