FreeStyle Podcast Series

Episode 16: Talking about Type 2 with Ken Tait

FreeStyle UK — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 08:31:00 +0000

In this episode we meet Ken Tait, psychotherapist, and Chair of Diabetes UK-Bromley. Ken lives with Type 2 and believes that if people support each other no matter which type of diabetes they live with, they can learn to manage their condition more effectively. He wants to raise awareness of the reality of life with Type 2, and says people with the condition should have equal access to diabetes technology.

Episode 15: Senior Sensory Worker for the Leeds Hearing & Sight Loss Service, Karl Proud

FreeStyle UK — Thu, 14 Jul 2022 13:50:00 +0000

After being diagnosed with Type 1 in 1979, Karl has also been living with a visual impairment for more than 20 years. He says technology has been “an absolute game changer” and has allowed him to take better control of managing his diabetes. He’s passionate about raising awareness of Type 1, inclusion, and accessibility of technology.

Episode 14: The transition from paediatric to adult diabetes care services

FreeStyle UK — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 15:44:00 +0000

Teenager Johnny Bailey and clinical psychologist Deborah Christie examine the transition from paediatric to adult care services for young people living with diabetes. Johnny gets to “ask Dr Deborah” key questions about how to navigate this important time in his journey and gets tips on how to carry on living his best life.

Episode 13: School teacher and mum Mairead Parker

FreeStyle UK — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 15:40:00 +0000

From being diagnosed with Type 1 at the age of four, to learning how to manage her condition during her pregnancy, teacher Mairéad Parker explains how she’s learned to call diabetes her “superpower”.

Episode 12: Marketing professional and farmer Laura Yates

FreeStyle UK — Wed, 07 Jul 2021 06:30:00 +0000

Tune in to get a slice of farming life with Laura Yates. She was diagnosed with Type 1 at the age of 13, learning to live with diabetes while looking after the cattle and sheep on her family farm in Shropshire. Laura says she’s proud of the way she faces her challenges and wants to use her experience to empower others.

Episode 11: Extreme sports enthusiast Eoghan Quinn

FreeStyle UK — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:30:00 +0000

We spoke to extreme sports enthusiast Eoghan Quinn who has been living with Type 1 since the age of four and says the challenges give him a chance to show that diabetes doesn’t have to hold you back.

Episode 10: Singer and actress Amelia Lily

FreeStyle UK — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 11:30:00 +0000

We chat to singer and actress Amelia Lily. She shot to fame aged only 16 but has been living with Type 1 since she was three years old. She says diabetes doesn’t have to stop you achieving your dreams.

Episode 9: Award-winning TV producer Phil Bigwood

FreeStyle UK — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Our podcast guest, award-winning TV producer Phil Bigwood, shares how his job has taken him to some of the biggest sporting events on the planet. Phil has lived with diabetes for more than 40 years and says it’s important not to stay silent about Type 1.

Episode 8: Amateur Runner and Former Irish Rowing Champion Aoife Willis

FreeStyle UK — Mon, 24 May 2021 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we catch up with amateur runner and former Irish rowing champion Aoife Willis. Diagnosed at the age of 20, she recently reached a major turning point in her journey with Type 1. Aoife says she’s overcome her fears and while she has diabetes – it doesn’t have her.

Episode 7: Triathlete and sports model Elise Quarrington

FreeStyle UK — Thu, 11 Feb 2021 13:51:00 +0000

In this episode we hear from “The Athletic Diabetic” Elise Quarrington and learn how she’s getting some help from a four-legged friend. Elise was diagnosed with Type 1 at the age of 24 and says learning to live with diabetes has made her stronger.

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FreeStyle UK — Tue, 19 Jan 2021 13:02:00 +0000

Episode 6: Professional boxer Muhammad Ali

FreeStyle UK — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 09:20:00 +0000

This episode is a real knockout, as we speak to boxer Muhammad Ali. His name wasn’t inspired by the legendary fighter, but he says it did lead him to his chosen career. He’s now the first boxer to receive a professional licence while living with Type 1 diabetes.

Episode 5: Sky News presenter Stephen Dixon

FreeStyle UK — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 10:49:00 +0000

In this episode, we get the story behind the headlines with Stephen Dixon, one of the faces of Sky News for the past 20 years. He’s interviewed everyone from politicians to pop stars, all while living with Type 1 diabetes.

Episode 4: British GT Motorsport driver, Ben Wallace

FreeStyle UK — Fri, 01 Jan 2021 15:52:00 +0000

In this episode, we talk to Ben Wallace, known for his role as a British GT Motorsport driver. Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at the age of one, Ben says he was brought up to believe he could do anything he wanted, and he’s not let his condition slow him down

Episode 3: The Diabetic Health Coach, Vanessa Haydock

FreeStyle UK — Fri, 17 Jul 2020 10:22:00 +0000

In this episode, we talk to Vanessa Haydock, known as the Diabetic Health Coach. Diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes as a child, she now provides personal training, online health coaching and board-certified behavioural analysis to those with diabetes. Taking on the mantra of having a positive attitude, she aims to improve the lives of those living with the condition.

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FreeStyle UK — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 08:21:00 +0000

Episode 2: Solo Sailor Jack Trigger

FreeStyle UK — Mon, 18 May 2020 12:29:00 +0000

In this episode, we talk to Jack Trigger, an accomplished solo sailor with a number of amazing racing trophies under his belt. He was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of 21 after a difficult journey out at sea, but it hasn’t stopped him – he’s even planning to compete in the Vendée Globe, which is a solo non-stop yacht race around the world with no assistance.

Episode 1: Actually Mummy Helen Wills

FreeStyle UK — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 15:01:00 +0000

In this episode, we talk to Helen Wills, better known as blogger Actually Mummy. Her daughter, Maddie, was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of nine. We chat about what life is like for parents of children living with diabetes, and how they both make the most of the challenges they’ve faced.