This week, we’re re-releasing Episode 1 of More Than a Diabetic. Rob and Eritrea talk with a panel of individuals from the diabetes online community, including Mila Clark Buckley, Chelsea Rice, Taylor Johnson, Taylor Beddick, Shaw Struthers, and Dr. Roy Collins. The episode focuses on discussing medical racism, misdiagnosis, and stereotypes, particularly highlighting the experiences of black people with diabetes. The conversation emphasizes the importance of representation, addressing disparities in healthcare, and the significance of online communities for support and education.

Topics discussed:

1. Disparities in Diabetes Care for Black Communities

   - Highlighting the higher risk of diabetes among African Americans.

   - Lack of attention to health issues specific to black and brown communities.

   - Historical imbalances in healthcare contributing to disparities.

   - Impact of socioeconomic factors on health outcomes.

2. Importance of Representation in Healthcare

   - Underrepresentation of people of color in medical research.

   - Lack of diverse representation in healthcare organizations.

   - Urgency to address disparities in research on diabetes and eating disorders.

   - Need for deeper understanding of complexities within communities.

3. Challenges Faced by Black Individuals with Diabetes

   - Dealing with racism, lack of understanding, and support.

   - Importance of community and providing context for effective solutions.

   - Advocacy for understanding different perspectives and standing up against racism.

   - Significance of online communities for support and education.

4. Racial Biases in Diabetes Care

   - Encounters with racial biases in treatment outcomes.

   - Importance of advocacy and forming alliances with healthcare providers.

   - Impact of disparities in care quality on individuals.

   - Emphasis on representation and diversity in diabetes media.

5. Evolution of Black Representation in Media

   - Importance of normalized portrayals of black people in media.

   - Breaking stereotypes and unfair expectations placed on black individuals.

   - Challenges faced by black public figures in being taken seriously.

   - Educating white audiences on diverse experiences of black individuals with diabetes.

Key takeaways and lessons:

- Addressing disparities in healthcare requires representation and understanding of diverse perspectives.

- Advocacy, community support, and education are crucial for improving health outcomes for marginalized groups.

- Normalizing black individuals with diabetes in the media can break stereotypes and create more inclusive narratives.

- Listening to marginalized voices, challenging biases, and advocating for social justice are essential steps towards equity and inclusivity.

References:

-Taylor Johnson - www.instagram.com/taylorbetic

-Dr. Roy Collins - www.instagram.com/dr.royc

-Shaw Strothers - www.instagram.com/typeonderful_ 

-Chelcie Rice - www.instagram.com/type1comedian

-Mila Clarke-Buckley - www.instagram.com/thehangrywoman  

Chapters:

00:00  Exploring Medical Racism and Stereotypes in Diabetes Community with 5 Diverse Voices

03:16  Unveiling Health Disparities: The Impact of Misdiagnosis, Medical Racism, and Microaggressions on Black and Brown Communities

06:55  Addressing Lack of Representation and Care Disparities in Diabetes and Medical Research

11:44  Redefining Diversity and Inclusion in Corporate America: Moving Beyond Checking the Box

19:22  Navigating Racism, Community, and Diabetes: Insights from Black Individuals with Diabetes

27:06  Unveiling the Impact of Medical Racism on Black Individuals with Diabetes

34:13  Misdiagnosis and the Journey to Correct Diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes

38:01  Challenges in Diabetes Diagnosis and Treatment: A Personal Story of Misdiagnosis and Advocacy

45:46  Navigating Racial Biases in Diabetes Care: Personal Stories and Advocacy

01:09:00  Breaking Free from the Magical Negro Stereotype in Media Representation

01:12:15  Challenges Faced by Dark-Skinned Black Women in Media and Advertising

01:15:26  Evolution of Black Representation in Media: From The Cosby Show to Basquiat

01:19:46  Breaking Stereotypes: Normalizing Black People with Diabetes in Media and Society

01:26:37  Empowering Communities: The Importance of Listening, Taking Action, and Examining Biases

01:31:05  Promoting Diversity and Equity through Empathy and Education

01:36:00  Navigating Issues of Plagiarism, Colonization, and Racism in Online Communities

01:40:49  Empowering Diabetics: More Than a Diabetic Podcast Series