Running, Mountains & a Lazy Pancreas with Saf the Traveller
In this episode of Insulin Insights, I’m joined by Safwan Patel—better known as Saf the Traveller—to explore living an adventurous life with Type 1 diabetes.
Saf shares how he went from viewing diabetes as restrictive to completing the Manchester Half Marathon and 10K back-to-back, climbing Mount Toubkal and preparing for his first marathon. We discuss endurance fuelling, hybrid closed-loop technology, balancing spontaneity with preparation, and the importance of finding a community that truly understands life with T1D.
An honest conversation about running, mountains and refusing to let diabetes define your limits.
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15 May 2026
Beyond the Matchday | James Fielden on Commentating with Type 1 Diabetes
In this episode of the Insulin Insights Podcast, I’m joined by football and sports commentator James Fielden to discuss what it’s really like managing Type 1 diabetes in high-pressure environments.
From live football commentary and elite sporting events to international travel and unpredictable match days, James shares how he balances performance, preparation, and blood sugar management while working at the top level of sports broadcasting.
We dive into his diagnosis story, his journey into football commentary, life with the Omnipod system, handling hypos during live games and the mindset that has helped him thrive in a demanding career without letting diabetes define him.
A brilliant conversation about resilience, technology, preparation and performing under pressure with Type 1 diabetes.
Disclaimer: This podcast is based on personal experiences and conversations around living with Type 1 diabetes. Nothing discussed should be taken as medical advice, and diabetes management is highly individual. Please consult your healthcare team before making changes to your own treatment or routine.
1 May 2026
The Importance of Carb Counting - 5 Top Tips to Optimise Blood Sugar #2
I resume the series I started back in October last year where I provide 5 tips to optimise and improve blood sugar control and time in range. Episode 2 discusses the importance of carb counting and why it needs to become a non-negotiable where possible in your own diabetes management.
20 Apr 2026
The Hidden Cost of Type 1 Diabetes : Losing Spontaneity
Today I explore the topic of how living with Type 1 Diabetes and all the extra decisons it brings can effect how spontaneous life feels. Apologies if there are typos with the captions.
3 Apr 2026
Taking Type 1 Diabetes Seriously at a Young Age
Today I am joined by fellow T1D coach Evan who is the first ever guest on the podcast. We discuss what incentivised us to take this condition seriously at a young age and also delve into some of the pros and cons surrounding diabetes tech. You can find him on Instagram @type1evan
27 Mar 2026
Lantus Vs Tresiba - My Personal Experience
Today I delve into the differences between long-acting and fast-acting insulin and providing my lived experience of switching to Tresiba and how it benefited me as a highly active individual as well as informing you about the key differences of these two most prominent long acting insulins.
19 Jan 2026
How I Manage my Blood Sugars with Running
DISCLAIMER:
This is by no means medical advice, I am simply recalling strategies I apply and that have worked for me with the hope they might benefit you too. If you are unsure, always consult a doctor or endocrinologist.
11 Oct 2025
5 Top Tips to Optimise Blood Sugar TIR - #1 PRE BOLUS
Today I delve into the importance of pre-blousing for meals and why it's a non-negotiable in my life. It's part 1 of my new mini-series focused on helping to optimise and increase blood sugar Time in Range (TIR).
31 Jan 2025
7 Lessons I Learnt While Travelling with Type 1 Diabetes
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