Best Lets Be Perfectly Queer Podcasts (2025)

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Queer Youth in Australia: The challenges & What They Need Most 27:15

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Send us a message This week, in our LGBT Australian Podcast Let's Be Perfectly Queer: On this episode we dive into Minus18’s Queer Youth Now 2025 national survey which gives us a look at the real-life experiences of LGBTQIA+ youth in Australia, aged 13–25. From affirming friendships to alarming stats about discrimination, we discuss and unpack the …

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180. CRAIG ANDRADE (The Raconteur) ~ The Law Firm Partner Who Became a Perfumer 1:08:52

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IMAGINE THIS: You're a partner at one of the world's top law firms. It's what you've worked towards your entire career. Would you walk away from it all for the chance to chase your true creative calling? Craig Andrade, founder of Aussie niche fragrance brand, The Raconteur, did. This is his story. 10% LISTENER DISCOUNT! ⁠stele.nyc⁠ | code: emma10 (…

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Episode 83: They Put Me In The Wrong Line - Shaping Life as a Queer, Trans, NYC Nomad 1:59:11

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Diagnosed with T1D in the 90's, at 10 years young while in the 5th grade on Staten Island, NY. Simone?! is a Black trans non-binary artist. He is a New York City nomad who has lived in each borough at least twice. His 32nd diaversary is approaching, along with the 4th year living with kidney failure. Simone?! has lived with other complications and …

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Episode 82: Breakin Leah Out the Bubble 1:16:48

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In this episode of the Chronically Will Podcast, Leah shares her journey living with type 1 diabetes and other chronic health conditions. The conversation explores the intersection of physical and mental health, the importance of advocacy, and the role of community support. Leah discusses her experiences with multiple diagnoses, the impact of chron…

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179. THE ALLOY STUDIO ~ A Perfume with a 'Trashy Perfume' Accord?! 1:06:32

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The Alloy Studio is an experimental, Black, queer-owned fragrance brand blending glamour with grit. Created by romantic and business partners Bryson Ammons (the perfumer) and Eddie Hodges (the creative director), their fragrances dare and delight with notes like pineapple popsicle, sativa, and 'trashy perfume.' This week, we get the inside scoop on…

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178. JAKE LEVY & MATT BELANGER ~ How did Stéle Become a Household Name? 1:11:41

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A lot can happen in a year. Since opening its Williamsburg doors last summer, Stéle has added a second location, dropped 100(!) fragrances in a single day, and moonlights as Nolita's hottest millennial nightclub (stay tuned for pt. 2: the Pacha-to-Stéle Fri night pipeline). Despite the (well-deserved) buzz, founders Jake Levy and Matt Belanger rema…

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Episode 81: The Sweetest Mango 1:08:33

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On this episode of Chronically Will Podcast we get to hear from the amazing Keeratdeep. Keerat comes to us from Delhi, India and was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes 20 years ago at the young age of 10. Yes, she has been learning, living and thriving with diabetes for the last 2 decades. Diabetes sort of grew up with her. Through this conversation …

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History of the Word Queer, Jojo Siwa & Fletcher 27:01

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Send us a message This week, in our LGBT Australian Podcast Let's Be Perfectly Queer. We discuss JoJo Siwa and Fletcher. Are they rebranding or retreating? As both artists make moves that spark conversation, changing names, scrubbing socials, and shifting their public image. We explore what it means to be visibly queer in the spotlight, especially …

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177. SOLO, INTERVIEW & HOTLINE EPISODE! ~ 3-in-1 42:34

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My perfume hot takes, a catch-up with Principal Perfumer Sabine de Tscharner about her newest creation for Laundry Sauce, Mojave Peach, and your hotline Qs answered, ALL IN ONE EP! Thank you to our sponsor Laundry Sauce! Use code perfumeroom15 to get 15% off any Laundry Sauce order! (valid through Aug 9, 2025) FRAGS MENTIONED: Amouage Existence*, L…

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176. CHARLOTTE ERCOLI ~ Perfuming the Silver Screen 56:19

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WATCH THE VIDEO EPISODE ON SUBSTACK! A film about one man's obsessive quest to track down an orris perfume—starring Tim Heidecker, Marta Pozzan, Julia Fox, Kevin Kline, Fisher Stevens, and Gina Gershon (!!)—premieres next week at Tribeca. This week, I sit down with the visionary behind it all: filmmaker Charlotte "Charlie" Ercoli. Charlie is no new…

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Episode 80: You Have Sugar 1:30:04

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On this episode you will hear from Michelle @michelle_jako Michelle visits us from Johannesburg, South Africa. Michelle was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes in 2012 at 13 years young, while in the 7th grade. In this conversation Michelle tells us about how diabetes makes you grow up fast and as a young teen when you're told to do certain things how…

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LGBTQ+ News, Bert & Ernie and the Hallmark or Queer Film Game 30:43

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Send us a message We are an LGBT podcast and on this episode of Let's Be Perfectly Queer, we're diving into the politics of queer visibility — from Pride bans to census questions — and how the fight to be seen is far from over. We’re breaking down everything from the importance of LGBTQ+ inclusion in the Australian census to the backlash against Pr…

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Episode 79: Sustainability Over Perfection with Dr. Allison Ong 1:28:42

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On this episode we get to hear from Dr. Allison Ong, also known as Allie. Allie comes to us from southern California. Allie was diagnosed with T1D at 11 years young, almost 18 years ago. After falling ill and getting a glucose tolerance test, which she passed, six months later she was in full blown DKA with a blood sugar greater than 1,500 mg/dl. S…

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175. ELIZABETH RENSTROM ~ (Perfume) Room Raiders, Let's Go! 51:05

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Two perfumeheads walk into a bar and... Liz Renstrom—Perfume Room regular, photographer of our generation, and the genius behind @basenote_bitch (the ultimate fragrance nostalgia account)—dropped by my apartment last week with some shiny new gems in her collection and then naturally, raided my (newly organized!) perfume wardrobe. Be a fly on the wa…

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Episode 78: Hardee Boyz 53:55

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On this episode we celebrate Steven Cannady! Steven was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes at age 13, 21 years ago. Steven is a graduate of the North Carolina Central University! He has been married for 5 years, loves traveling with his wife (Nia) all athletics, hanging with his crew and ran the NYC Marathon in 2024 and is prepping to run the Chicago…

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Episode 77: Just Get Me The Juicebox with Neo 1:14:30

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Neo (Nayo) comes to us all the way from The Freestate, South Africa. Neo was diagnosed with T1D 6 years ago at 15. When she was diagnosed, it was the first time she had ever heard of Type One Diabetes. Now Neo is an advocate for T1D. During our conversation she speaks heavily about how difficult it is for people to understand what living with diabe…

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Episode 76: Omega Phi Beta but No Beta Cells with Dr. Nicole Videla 1:22:08

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In episode, we feature Dr. Nicole Videla, EdD. instagram.com/nikovid3la/ Dr Nikki is a mother, wife, and an educator in higher education in the New York area for over 17 years. Recently, Dr. Nikki and family relocated from New York to Charlotte. Dr Nikki was diagnosed with Type Diabetes 10 years ago at the age of 33. Initially misdiagnosed, she was…

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174. [THE LIPSTICK LESBIANS] Shop Like A Beauty Product Developer! 1:16:19

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In December 2022, Christina Basias-Androulakis (a PhD in digital education) filmed and posted a Tiktok of her wife Alexis Androulakis (a beauty product developer) in Sephora, evaluating the new Make Up By Mario Skin Foundation. That video went viral, and @thelipsticklesbians were off. 1.7M followers later, today the duo continues to challenge and s…

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Who Were the Lesbian Avengers – And Why They Still Matter 39:00

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Send us a message Ever heard of the Lesbian Avengers? No, they don’t fight aliens (though honestly, we’d watch that), but they do fight for queer rights! In this episode, we’re throwing it back to the radical roots of queer activism and shining a spotlight on the Lesbian Avengers – a group that didn’t just talk about change, they ate fire to demand…

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Episode 75: Bag of Fun with Betsy 1:39:18

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@chronicallywillpodcast Season 2, Episode 75, Bags of Fun w/ @ladadiabeticb Betsy lives with LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults) Type 1.5 diabetes. Betsy was originally misdiagnosed at age 22 in 2008. Betsy has been conquering T1D (LADA) for 17 years! At the time of diagnosis, she was playing competitive soccer. Betsy admires young people t…

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173. [SISSI FREEMAN] GRANADO: Brazil's Beauty Legacy (the ~other~ BBL) 52:56

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A 150-year-old beauty brand with over 1,000 SKUs, Granado might be new to US market, but in Brazil, it's a household name. This week, I chat with CMO Sissi Freeman about the brand’s uniquely Brazilian identity, its recent global fragrance boom, what it’s like running this legacy brand in lock step with her father (CEO Christopher Freeman), and the …

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172. [GOLDFIELD & BANKS' DIMITRI WEBER] I Smell Like A Land Down Under 🎵 51:11

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Did you know that almost all Mysore sandalwood used in perfumery today is actually grown in Australia? Or that Australia has its own native sandalwood species—one that smells completely different from its creamy Indian counterpart? Goldfield & Banks Founder Dimitri Weber did. This is why he built a luxury fragrance brand entirely dedicated to showc…

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Demystifying Transgender Experiences: A Candid Discussion with Wendy Cole 41:41

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Send us a message Hey Let's Be Perfectly Queer Fam! – Archie and Katie here! This week, we’re chatting with the amazing Wendy Cole, a transition mentor and coach who’s been making her mark in the trans community. Wendy takes us on a journey through her experience of transitioning in 2015, and we dive deep into how far we've come and how much work s…

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Episode 74: Smile on My Heart with Ivan 1:37:03

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First thing first, there are barriers for everyone living with T1D to be their best. Imagine this, with modern technology and medicine you were able to view how people across the world managed T1D but you and the community you serve every single day are fighting, struggling, traveling afar on foot and by bike to not only get the insulin you need bu…

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171. [NOMAD NOÉ] A Sense (& Scents) of Home 1:03:13

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Meet the duo behind the narrative-driven candle and fragrance brand, Nomad Noé! As life and business partners, Corentin Hamon and Arash Yomtobian open up about how their cross-continental paths (and a Tinder Super Like ;)) brought them together, how they craft smells inspired by people and places across time, finding their niche within 'niche', and…

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Episode 73: Public Enemy Type One 1:48:52

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Earl steps up to the mic from Cape Town, South Africa! Earl is a self-taught musician (from keys, to strings etc.) and came of age during the greatest era of hip hop and at a time in South Africa there were many messages in music around oppression and apartheid and such. Earl is a hip-hop head. Earl was diagnosed with T1D in 2012 at the age of 26 w…

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REVISITING EP 47 [ALBERTO MORILLAS]: A 'Perfect' Perfume is Boring 50:11

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*RE-AIR (recorded almost 3 years ago to the date!)* World-renowned, award-winning Master Perfumer Alberto Morillas is in the Perfume Room! Alberto is the visionary (and nose) behind blockbuster fragrances you know and love like Estee Lauder Pleasures, Gucci Bloom, CK One, Versace Bright Crystal, Kenzo Flower, Lancome Miracle, Thierry Mugler Cologne…

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Queer Time: Why LGBTQ+ Lives Don’t Follow Society’s Timeline 43:34

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Send us a message We’re diving into the concept of queer time — how LGBTQ+ folks often live outside traditional timelines. From transitioning and relationships to work and family, we talk non-linear journeys, pop culture icons, and why you’re not behind — you’re just on your own path. Hey Let's Be Perfectly Queer Fam! – Archie and Katie here! This …

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Episode 72: Bernetta Style 1:17:08

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On this episode we get to hear from Bernetta @bernettastyle Bernetta is a wife of 21 years and the mother to 3 amazing children. Bernetta was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes 10 years ago at 38. She is a graduate of Alabama State with a degree in Marketing and is a content creator that has worked with Disney and Steve Harvey. Bernetta is also a pub…

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Queer Bodies, Diet Culture & Finding Joy in Food with Claire Gasper 36:44

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Send us a message Hey, Let's Be Perfectly Queer fam! This week, we’re diving deep into a topic that affects so many in our community—our relationships with food, body image, and the toxic grip of diet culture. We’re joined by Claire, a passionate dietitian and eating disorder clinician (who is also Queer!), to unpack how queerness intersects with b…

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Episode 71: Fifteen Again with Anurati 1:15:28

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On this episode we continue our travels around the world and visit Delhi, India to have a chat with Anurati. Anurati was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes at the young age of 15, almost 12 years ago. Today you can follow Anurati as she journals her life living with T1D over Instagram. Anurati works as a counseling psychologist in the T1D community. …

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170. BEST OF 2024 (in 2Q25)!!! (w/ special guest! ;)) 55:00

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A *FASHIONABLY* late best-of 2024 ep. A SMELL-ALONG OF 25 PERFUMES I LOVED MOST IN 2024 INCLUDING: my fav affordable discoveries my fav (not new) discoveries my fav 2024 launches Plus, enjoy...my motha!! Part 2 of our quest will air on Substack, this Friday :) SHOP THESE PERFUMES ⁠ (shopmy.us/collections/1086522) and check out my even more of favor…

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Episode 70: Chyna Gal 1:22:10

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Toni calls in from China. Toni has lived in China now for 6 years. She went to China for University. Originally from the Bahamas Toni was diagnosed T1D in 2013 at the age of 14. After high school she decided to move to China knowing how easily accessible insulin is, plus she was familiar with China. Her grandfather is from China. Toni has recently …

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169. Do Not Perceive Anna Dorn's Perfume plz. 54:12

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Perfume & Pain author Anna Dorn is in the Perfume Room this week (and 2nd*** author - oops)! How did Anna weave perfume into both plot and character development of the story? What perfumes is she wearing IRL? Why does each character smell like they do? All this and more ahead in today's ep :) FOLLOW ANNA: @___adorn ENJOY more from Anna this Fri on …

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Signs we were Queer as Kids 33:29

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Send us a message Hey there, our wonderful Let's Be Perfectly Queer family! In this episode we’re diving into the subtle (and not-so-subtle) childhood moments that hinted at our queerness long before we had the words to describe it. But first, big news! Western Australia just announced a $2.25 million funding boost for LGBTQIA+ services. We break d…

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168. [COMMODITY RE-FOUNDER VICKEN ARSLANIAN] Niche is a Mindset, oh and, ORRIS IS BACK! 29:34

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HAPPY FRAGRANCE WEEK! Enjoy a catch-up with past guest, Vicken Arslanian. As CEO of three flourishing fragrance companies—Europerfumes (the leading US niche perfume distributor), Twisted Lily, and Commodity—Vicken is, bar none, one of the most interesting, successful, and busiest(!) leaders in the industry. Today, he's back with brand-new pipin' ho…

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Episode 69: A Longboard Away From Love 1:40:26

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On this episode we travel to Miami by way of Argentina so you will hear from my good friend Evelyn. Evy was diagnosed T1D in 2003 at 9 years young. Evy has a dog walking business and is a recent college graduate in biology!! Evy got her first pump at 9 and truly had no clue what she was doing but had to self-manage. With her mom being an immigrant …

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167. [ROBIN MASON - dsm-firmenich President of Fine Fragrance] So You Want a Corporate Fragrance Career! 51:48

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Robin Mason, dsm-firmenich's President of Fine Fragrance NAM, is in the Perfume Room this week! A lifelong beauty executive whose corporate background spans across retail, marketing, and sales on both the brand and supplier of the biz, Robin is not only an esteemed leader of the industry, she's a wealth of knowledge. Today, we are lucky to reap the…

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Episode 68: Capital T (Trauma) & Align Your Wellness 1:14:21

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@chronicallywillpodcast Season 2 Episode 68: Capital T (Trauma) & Align Your Wellness w/ @deeksha.dev_t1d On this episode you will hear from Deeksha. Deeksha was diagnosed T1D on World Diabetes Day Nov 14, 2000, at age 4. She is a trained Psychologist that works with People living with Diabetes, especially caregivers. This year she started her own …

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Queer Superheroes in Marvel & DC: The Good, The Bad & The Erased 1:01:43

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Send us a message In this episode of Let's Be Perfectly Queer, we’re suiting up to tackle queer representation in the Marvel and DC universes. From Wiccan and America Chavez to Loki and Mystique, we break down who’s repping the LGBTQ+ community in Marvel and DC—and where these mega-franchises still need to do better. But first, Katie spills all abo…

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166. [PERFUMERISM] From PerfumeTok to Perfumery School! 43:28

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Perfume content creator Emma (Perfumerism) has traded in her Toronto address for a Paris one to attend perfumery school! Today we chat about her new Parisian life, learning the lingo of perfume, how to actually memorize smells, and navigating the duality of being BOTH a highly successful content creator AND student of the industry simultaneously. F…

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Episode 67: It's OK with Thando 1:06:34

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On this episode we take a trip halfway around the world with Thando. Thando is from Johannesburg, South Africa. She is 27 years old and was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes on November 11, 2022. She is in her toddler stages of living with T1D. During her diagnosis she was in a coma for 2-3 days. Her grandmom knew something was wrong and was persist…

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Episode 66: When You Get To The Other Side It Is Very Beautiful 1:28:29

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On this episode we will hear from Dr Alisha Brown. Alisha was born and raised in NJ and has a passion for the arts. Initially she wanted to be a medical doctor but got to college and got burnt out from all the science classes. Today Alisha owns a small PR Firm, Alishamoniquepr.com where she works with women in small, owned businesses. She does this…

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Episode 65: Breaking Needles with Evita 1:16:18

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On this episode we will hear from Evita. Evita was diagnosed with Type One Diabetes in 1995 at 14 years old and has been living with T1D for 29 years. She is a mother of 3 and is a RN for almost 20 years, and works with people with chronic disease management and case management and is currently on a track towards her doctorate. At the age of 12 her…

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Episode 64: Ain't No Mountain High Enough with Qiana Drew 1:21:51

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On this episode you will hear from Qiana Drew . Qiana was Diagnosed with Type One Diabetes, 4 days shy of her 21st birthday. Her daughter Lily was more recently diagnosed right before turning 10, 3 years ago. Qiana is an artist in many aspects and realms such as singing, acting, dancing and public speaking. As a kid she wanted to be a singer, dance…

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Episode 63: Lucky 777's with Maria 1:11:00

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On this episode you will hear from Maria. Let me jump right into the show's title, Lucky 777's with Maria... Maria was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at 7 years young. Her sister that is 3 years younger than Maria was diagnosed when Maria was 10, yes at 7 years young. That's not it! Maria's half-sister that lives in Puerto Rico, whom is 1 1/2 years…

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Drag and Embracing Authenticity: A Conversation with Jessica L'Whor 45:22

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Send us a message ⚠️ Trigger Warning: Eating Disorders & Body Image This episode includes discussions about body image & eating disorders. If these topics are sensitive for you, please listen with care. If you need support, consider reaching out to a trusted friend, therapist, or a helpline in your area. Australian Support Resources: 📞 Butterfly Fo…

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Episode 62: Flight with Tsega From Boston to Ethiopia 1:12:02

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On this episode we get to travel with Tsega. Tsega has been living with T1D for 25 years and doesn't know a life without it. Tsega is from both the Boston area and Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Her mother is from near Philadelphia and her father from Ethiopia. She spent her early childhood in both places but would travel to visit and stay with her mom's f…

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Episode 61: Band of Brothers 1:46:29

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On this episode we will hear from Chelcie Rice. Chelcie was born and raised in Toccoa, Georgia, the same place where James Brown's career began and also where the HBO series Band of Brothers took place. Chelcie was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes in 1988-89 at 25. He began having the typical symptoms of frequent urination and weight loss. His roomma…

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Episode 60: Love Story 1:14:38

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On this episode we get to hear from ⁠Shanell⁠. First thing first, this Love Story must be shared. In June 2023, Shanell was given another chance at life because of her husband gifting his kidney to a complete stranger. Love is EVERYTHING!! Shanell was diagnosed with T1D on November 1st, 2001, the day after Halloween at only 12 years old and believe…