D-Talk
D-Talk is a podcast series from the International Diabetes Federation, hosted by Phylissa DeRoze. It features in-depth conversations with leading health professionals and advocates about important issues for the diabetes community. The show covers topical concerns, research, and personal experiences from around the world, aiming to inform and support those affected by diabetes.
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Responsible AI for better diabetes care
In this episode, we explore how technology and artificial intelligence are beginning to reshape diabetes care, from earlier detection of complications to more personalised support for people living with diabetes. Host Dr Phyllisa Deroze is joined by Dr Amit Dey and Dr Elaine Chow to discuss the promise of AI, but also the responsibility that comes with it: ensuring tools are safe, transparent
Dr Matthew Cunningham: “All Eyes on DME” campaign
This episode of D-Talk continues the conversation on diabetic macular oedema (DME), a diabetes-related eye condition that can threaten vision but is often preventable with early detection and treatment. Host Dr Phyllisa Deroze is joined by Dr Matthew Cunningham, a vitreoretinal specialist and advocate for the “All Eyes on DME” campaign, who brings expert clinical and research insights on this topi
Damon Wayans: “All Eyes on DME” campaign
Diabetes-related eye disease can be difficult to talk about, especially when it involves the risk of vision loss. In this episode of D-Talk, we explore how humour can help break down fear and open important conversations around diabetic macular oedema (DME), a leading cause of vision loss in people living with diabetes. Host Dr Phyllisa Deroze is joined by Damon Wayans – comedian, actor and advoca
CGM isn’t a luxury, so who gets access?
CGM is transforming diabetes care, but what if access, not innovation, is the real barrier? This episode highlights a pilot project in Egypt reimagining CGM access as a comprehensive care system. Host Dr Phyllisa Deroze welcomes Dr Andrew Behnke to discuss how the initiative combines technology, education and local expertise to improve outcomes for children with type 1 diabetes
Doing Well with Diabetes: Turning fear into advocacy for safer schools
In Episode 4 of the second season of Doing Well with Diabetes, a special podcast series in partnership with Diabetics Doing Things, host Rob Howe speaks with Kerry Murphy about navigating type 1 diabetes (T1D) as a parent and turning fear into action. From supporting multiple family members with T1D to founding Follow T1Ds, Kerry shares how her lived experience led her to advocate for safer, more
From risk to rights: rethinking type 1 diabetes screening
In this episode, host Dr Phylissa Deroze is joined by Dr Michael Haller, Chief of Pediatric Endocrinology at the University of Florida, and diabetes advocate Ricardo de Oliveira to explore type 1 diabetes screening as both a medical breakthrough and a political issue. They share how early detection can prevent life-threatening diagnosis experiences, reduce complications, and reshape care. The conv
Doing Well with Diabetes: Turning challenges into purpose
In Episode 3 of the second season of Doing Well with Diabetes, a special podcast series in partnership with Diabetics Doing Things, host Rob Howe speaks with Jyotsana Rangeen about transforming life with type 1 diabetes through advocacy, confidence, and community. From navigating diagnosis and stigma to becoming a leading youth advocate in India and globally, Jyotsana shares how positive language,
Diabetes and Ramadan Guidelines
As Ramadan begins, millions ask: Can I fast safely with diabetes? In this episode, Dr Phyllisa Deroze speaks with Professor Mohamed Hassanein about what’s new in the 2026 Diabetes and Ramadan Guidelines. Learn how real-world data is driving change, how the new risk calculator works, and why informed choice, safety, and confidence are central to fasting with diabetes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com
Young-Onset diabetes in sub-Saharan Africa (YODA)
In this episode of D-Talk, host Dr Phyllisa Deroze talks with Dr Jean Claude Katte about the YODA study, which reveals a distinct, non-autoimmune form of young-onset diabetes in sub-Saharan Africa. Learn how genetics, environment, and nutrition influence diabetes and why global standards must reflect diverse populations. The findings have major implications for diagnosis, treatment, and equit
Doing Well with Diabetes: Overcoming stigma in sports
In Episode 2 of the second season of Doing Well with Diabetes, a special podcast series in partnership with Diabetics Doing Things, host Rob Howe explores what it takes to challenge stigma in sport and compete at the highest level with type 1 diabetes. Costa Rican pole vaulter Rebeca Jara and Gambian footballer Ousman Ceesay reveal how visibility, preparation, and confidence help turn exclusi
Doing Well with Diabetes: Global voices across three continents
In the first episode of a new season of Doing Well with Diabetes, a special podcast series in partnership with Diabetics Doing Things, host Rob Howe brings together a global panel to share powerful stories of living with and supporting diabetes across three continents, highlighting challenges in access, education, food culture, and emotional well-being. A reminder that education, movement, an
Equitable access to diabetes care for T1D youth in LMICs
In this episode, host Phyllisa Deroze is joined by Emma Klatman to explore the urgent need for equitable diabetes care for children and young people with type 1 diabetes in low-resource settings. They discuss how efforts led by organisations such as Life for a Child provide life-saving insulin, support, and advocacy to over 60,000 young people in more than 50 countries, and examine how global poli
Diabetes in the workplace
In this dedicated World Diabetes Day episode, host Phyllisa Deroze welcomes three advocates from the IDF Blue Circle Voices network to explore how people with diabetes navigate challenges at work, such as disclosing a diagnosis and balancing self-care with professional responsibilities. The discussion also highlights the need for more inclusive, understanding and supportive work environments. Host
Diabetes-related eye conditions
Diabetes-related eye complications are a growing but preventable cause of vision loss worldwide. In this episode, host Phyllisa Deroze is joined by Dr Rebecca Thomas to explore the latest findings from the 11th edition of the IDF Diabetes Atlas, which indicate that nearly 1 in 3 people with diabetes have some form of retinopathy - 1 in 10 of whom develop sight-threatening conditions, such as prol
The type 5 diabetes story
In this episode of D-Talk, we explore type 5 diabetes, a lesser-known, but recently recognised type of diabetes, linked to chronic undernutrition, especially in childhood. Host Phyllisa Deroze is joined by Dr Meredith Hawkins, the Chair of the new IDF Type 5 Diabetes Working Group, and Co-Chair Dr Nihal Thomas to unpack the science, learn their research journeys and discuss why this type of diabet
Diabetes and dementia: connecting the dots
What do type 2 diabetes and dementia have in common? More than you might think. In this episode, host Phyllisa Deroze speaks with Professor Kaarin Anstey, a leading expert in ageing and brain health, to unpack the growing evidence linking the two conditions. Drawing on insights from the 11th Edition of the IDF Diabetes Atlas, they explore how the age of diabetes onset, vascular risks, and long-ter
Beyond borders: Understanding ethnic differences in diabetes and obesity
Diabetes and obesity are rising worldwide but not in the same way everywhere. In this episode of D-Talk, host Phyllisa Deroze speaks with leading researchers Doctor Ranjit Mohan Anjana from India and Doctor Ronald Ma from China to explore how ethnicity shapes risk, presentation and outcomes. From South Asia’s “thin-fat” paradox to East Asian genetic vulnerabilities, our guests detail the global di
Moving with purpose: bringing physical activity to diabetes management
In this episode of D-Talk, host Phyllisa Deroze is joined by Rob Howe, a former professional basketball player and founder of Diabetics Doing Things, and Kyle Jacques Rose, a former elite cyclist and currently Vice President of the International Diabetes Federation. Together, they explore the connection between physical activity and diabetes management. From competing professionally to advocating
Global youth, local impact: a look into the YLD Programme
What does global youth advocacy in diabetes really look like? In this episode of D-Talk, host Phyllisa Deroze is joined by diabetes advocates from IDF’s Young Leaders in Diabetes (YLD) programme—both current YLDs and recent alumni. Together, they share how the programme has shaped their personal journeys, expanded their professional networks and inspired impactful projects around the world. From o
IDF Atlas 11th Edition
In this episode of D-Talk, host Phyllisa Deroze welcomes Professors Dianna Magliano and Ed Boyko, co-chairs of the IDF Diabetes Atlas Committee, to unpack the 11th Edition of the IDF Diabetes Atlas, launched recently at the IDF World Diabetes Congress 2025 in Bangkok. Together, they dive into the latest global, regional, and national diabetes data, examining how this evidence-based resource has ev
Interview with the IDF President
What does the future of diabetes prevention and management look like? In this episode of D-Talk, host Phyllisa Deroze welcomes Prof Peter Schwarz, President of the International Diabetes Federation, to explore the evolving landscape of diabetes care. They discuss the upcoming IDF World Diabetes Congress 2025, IDF’s 75-year legacy, key challenges, groundbreaking innovations, and Prof Schwarz’s visi
Doing Well with Diabetes: Karate Champion Alizée Agier's Journey
In this fourth episode of a special podcast series in partnership with Diabetics Doing Things, host Rob Howe interviews Alizée Agier, a karate champion from France, about her experiences as an athlete living with type 1 diabetes. Alizee shares her diabetes diagnosis journey being identified for the markers of T1D prior to developing it, the impact of diabetes on her athletic career, her strat
Technology, AI and diabetes
How are AI and smartphones revolutionising diabetes care? Discover what happens when technology meets diabetes management. In this episode of D-Talk, host Phyllisa Deroze welcomes Professor Tadej Battelino. Together they explore the fascinating intersection of technology and diabetes management. From smart insulin delivery to life-changing algorithms, they delve into innovations that are making di
Doing Well with Diabetes: Gary Hall Jr.'s Journey with Diabetes
In this third episode of a special podcast series in partnership with Diabetics Doing Things, host Rob Howe interviews Gary Hall Jr., the most decorated Olympian with type 1 diabetes. Gary shares his experiences leading up to and following his diagnosis in 1999, discussing the challenges and triumphs of managing diabetes as a top-level athlete. They delve into the nuances of diabetes manageme
Using real-world evidence to tackle the global burden of diabetes and cardiovascular disease
Diabetes and cardiovascular disease, or CVD, are a global public health burden. People living with diabetes are up to four times more likely than the general population to develop cardiovascular complications such as heart attack and stroke. In this episode of D-Talk, host Phyllisa Deroze welcomes Professor Kamlesh Khunti to explore how registries are invaluable for managing and understanding diab
Doing Well with Diabetes: Balancing Professional Basketball and Diabetes Management
Doing Well with Diabetes is part of the Kids and Diabetes in Schools program from the International Diabetes Federation and is supported by Sanofi and ISPAD. Diabetics Doing Things has donated all production and promotion in kind. To learn more about the Kids program, visit kids.idf.org. And to hear more from Diabetics Doing Things, visit diabeticsdoingthings.com/subscribe.In this episod
Doing Well with Diabetes: Perfection is a Myth
Doing Well with Diabetes is part of the Kids and Diabetes in Schools program from the International Diabetes Federation and is supported by Sanofi and ISPAD. Diabetics Doing Things has donated all production and promotion in kind. To learn more about the Kids program, visit kids.idf.org. And to hear more from Diabetics Doing Things, visit diabeticsdoingthings.com/subscribe.In this episod
Diabetes and Well-being
What's the connection between mental well-being and diabetes management? In this episode of D-Talk dedicated to the World Diabetes Day theme: Diabetes and well-being, host Phyllisa Deroze is joined by three inspirational diabetes advocates, Thapi Semenya, Naser Altooblani and Bruno Helman. They explore how untreated mental health issues can worsen diabetes outcomes and how the pressures of di
Diabetes and pregnancy
Did you know that approximately one in six pregnancies worldwide is affected by hyperglycaemia? That's a staggering 21 million women!Pregnancy can be an exciting time, but it can also present challenges, especially for expectant mothers with diabetes. In this episode of D-Talk, Professors Helena Backman and David Simmons join host Phyllisa Deroze to explore screening and treatment option
How Real-World Evidence can help tackle the global burden of diabetes and chronic kidney disease
Data from the IDF Diabetes Atlas Report on diabetes and kidney disease released in 2023, indicate that approximately 30 to 40% of people living with diabetes develop CKD. Furthermore, over the last 20 years, CKD due to type 2 diabetes has increased worldwide by about 74%. In this episode of D-Talk, host Phyllisa Deroze welcomes Professors Mustafa Arici and Ruben Silva Tinoco to explore how th
Basic and Translational Science
Join host Phyllisa Deroze as she delves into the world of basic and translational science — two powerful forces reshaping the landscape of diabetes management and care — with Prof Michael Roden, a leading expert in the field and lead of the Basic and Translational Science stream at the IDF World Diabetes Congress in Bangkok. From "lab to life," discover how research is expanding our unde
Diabetic Retinopathy: a call for global action
In this episode of D-Talk, Dr. Covadonga Bascaran and Professor Sehnaz Karadeniz join host Phyllisa Deroze to discuss a common diabetes-related complication: diabetic retinopathy (DR). DR can develop in anyone living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and other types of diabetes, such as LADA. In 2020, an estimated 103 million adults had diabetic retinopathy (DR), and over 47 million had vision-threat
Diabetes and chronic kidney disease
In this episode of D-Talk, Professors Antonio Ceriello and Roberto Pecoits-Filho join host Phyllisa Deroze to explore the prevalence of diabetes and chronic kidney disease (CKD). Numbers show that over 530 million people live with diabetes, and over 850 million are affected by CKD, with an increase in both conditions in recent decades. In this podcast, guests and hosts examine the links between di
Diabetes among Indigenous Peoples
In this episode of D-Talk, Phyllisa Deroze is joined by Courtney Fischer-Claussen and Dr. Emily Papadimos to highlight the prevalence and impact of type 2 diabetes among Indigenous Peoples across all age groups. There are approximately 476 million Indigenous Peoples living in 90 countries, comprising over 6% of the world's population. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Understanding the impact of diabetes-related foot complications
In this episode of D-Talk, Phyllisa Deroze is joined by Dr Matilde Monteiro-Soares and Dr Hermelinda Pedrosa to examine the impact of diabetes-related foot complications, one of the most common and serious complications affecting people with diabetes across the world. With the increasing prevalence of diabetes, the chances of experiencing foot-related complications are also on the rise. These
Type 1 diabetes: a condition that impacts all ages
In this episode of D-Talk, Phyllisa Deroze is joined by Professor Dianna Magliano and Professor Graham Ogle to put the spotlight on type 1 diabetes. Together they delve into the prevalence of type 1 diabetes and its growing impact across the globe. Type 1 diabetes is a condition that almost 9 million of us live with worldwide. Although it has traditionally been thought of as a condition that prima
Obesity and type 2 diabetes: a joint approach to halt the rise
IDF welcomes Professors Louise Baur and Mike Lean to discuss the links between obesity and type 2 diabetes and the actions required to reduce the growing impact of the two conditions across the world.Any opinions expressed during this podcast are those of the speakers, and do not necessarily represent the views of IDF.Podcast hosted by Phyllisa Deroze Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor
Diabetes and Covid-19
Phyllisa Deroze welcomes Dr Gillian Booth and Dr Luke Wander for a discussion on what we know about the connections between Covid-19 and diabetes and how the pandemic has impacted the lives of people living with diabetes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Global Impact of Diabetes in 2021
Phyllisa Deroze welcomes Professors Dianna Magliano and Ed Boyko, co-Chairs of the IDF Diabetes Atlas, for an in-depth discussion on the latest diabetes numbers from the new edition of the Atlas, the trusted source of evidence on the impact of diabetes worldwide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Living with Diabetes in School
Phyllisa Deroze welcomes two IDF Young Leaders in Diabetes for a conversation on the challenges that children and adolescents living with diabetes can face in the school environment and what can be done to overcome them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Diabetes Complications and Covid-19
Phyllisa Deroze welcomes Prof. João Raposo to discuss the impact of health complications associated with diabetes, how COVID-19 has affected people living with diabetes, some of the latest advances in diabetes care and what can be done to tackle the rising prevalence of diabetes across the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Diabetes and Mental Health
In the first episode of D-Talk, Phyllisa Deroze welcomes psychotherapist, mentor and management consultant Ken Tait for a conversation on the mental and psychological impact of living with a chronic condition like diabetes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
