In this episode of T1D Stories, Adrian Gonzalez speaks with Martijn Graat, founder of LogisticsMatter and host of the Does Logistics Matter? podcast. He’s also a teacher, musician, athlete, husband, and father of twins. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 23, Martijn reflects on the shock of his diagnosis, the anger he struggled with for years, and how therapy, exercise, healthier habits, and advances in technology helped change his outlook. Drawing on his supply chain expertise, he also discusses the importance of reliable access to insulin and medical supplies during major disruptions. Looking ahead, Martijn shares his hope for a cure and continued advances in technology that reduce the daily burden of living with T1D.

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When Martijn was diagnosed, he remembers feeling two conflicting emotions: fear that his whole world was crashing down and determination not to let diabetes control his life. That determination surfaced immediately when he insisted on giving himself his first insulin injection and learning how to manage it on his own.

“Part of me was like, ‘Okay, let’s go. I’m going to crush this. This is not going to get me.’”

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In this episode of T1D Stories, Adrian Gonzalez speaks with Bryan Quigley, a high school science teacher from southern Maine who was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 11. Bryan reflects on the early symptoms that led to his diagnosis, the support he received from his family, doctors, friends, and the T1D community, and the message that shaped his outlook from the beginning: You can do anything with diabetes. He also shares lessons learned from severe lows, travel mishaps, changing health needs, and the importance of preparation, flexibility, education, and community. Looking ahead, Bryan explains why a world without T1D would mean greater freedom, spontaneity, and peace of mind.

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Bryan credits his parents and endocrinologist with teaching him from the very beginning that diabetes didn’t have to define what he could achieve. Whether it was playing sports, traveling, or raising a family, they encouraged him to keep doing the things he loved—while learning how to prepare for them.

“They just made sure that I knew that I could do anything. I just had to be prepared for it.”

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I’m excited to announce that the T1D Stories website is officially live.

T1D Stories is a podcast where I have conversations with people who navigate the challenges of living with type 1 diabetes (T1D) while pursuing their goals, passions, and dreams. Every guest’s story is different, but they all share a common message: living with T1D does not define what is possible in life.

I launched the podcast in October 2024 with a simple goal: to inspire people living with T1D, especially those who are newly diagnosed, and the families supporting them. As anyone touched by this disease knows, a T1D diagnosis can feel overwhelming. Questions, fears, and uncertainty often arrive long before confidence and understanding.

Sometimes, what people need most is not another medical explanation. They need hope. They need examples. They need to see others who have faced the same challenges and found a way forward.

That is what T1D Stories is all about.

The inspiration for the podcast comes from my daughter Hannah, who was diagnosed with T1D in 2011 at age 11. Watching her navigate the daily realities of this disease — while growing into a confident, accomplished, and resilient young woman — taught me an important lesson: T1D is part of a person’s story, but it is never the whole story.

Hannah was my first guest on the podcast. Since then, I’ve had the privilege of interviewing an incredible group of people from diverse backgrounds, including athletes, physicians, students, business leaders, and advocates. Their experiences are different, but they all demonstrate what can happen when determination, resilience, community, and support come together.

This website will serve as the home for those conversations. Here you’ll find episode summaries, guest stories, and additional content designed to inform, encourage, and connect members of the T1D community.

Whether you are living with T1D, supporting someone who is, working in healthcare, or simply interested in learning more about the disease, I hope you find something here that resonates with you.

Most of all, I hope these stories remind you that while T1D presents challenges, it does not put limits on what a person can achieve.

I’m always looking for guests who are willing to share their T1D journey. If you live with type 1 diabetes and have a story to tell, I’d love to hear from you. One of the things I’ve learned through this project is that every T1D story is unique, yet each one has the power to inspire, educate, and connect others facing similar challenges. If you’re interested in being a guest on the podcast, please reach out through the website’s contact page.

Thank you for visiting, and I hope you’ll subscribe to the newsletter, listen to the podcast, and join us on this journey.

Because T1D is only part of the story.