The Celiac Project Podcast – Ep 81: 2 Guys Talking Gluten Free

Join Mike and Cam for a fascinating, candid talk with Dr. Edwin Liu, pediatric gastroenterologist and the Taplin Endowed Chair for Celiac Disease at Children’s Hospital, Colorado. We discuss Dr. Liu’s groundbreaking research that shows the incidence of Celiac Disease is higher in the most recent generation of adolescents in the Colorado area than previously thought. Are we on the verge of a new “celiac epidemic?”

We also hear Dr. Liu’s thoughts on his approach to treating kids with celiac, and that it is often not a “one size fit’s all” diagnosis. Dr. Liu also shares his hopes and vision for the future for celiac diagnosis and treatment.

The Celiac Project Podcast – Ep 80: 2 Guys Talking Gluten Free

Mike and Cam share their strong views on the recent occurrence on a school trip at Colonial Williamsburg involving an 11 year old boy and his inability to be allowed to eat his gluten-free meal at one of the historic site’s Taverns.  They also give their opinions about the lawsuit, the way that the pub and Colonial Williamsburg treated this boy and his father, and the response that people have had on social media (both good and bad).

The Celiac Project Podcast – Ep 79: 2 Guys Talking Gluten Free

Dawn Scheu, owner and professional trainer at Willow Service Dogs, returns to talk about a recent harrowing experience she had with a medication that she believed to be safe for her. In addition to talking about the need for more oversight on medications with allergens, we talk in detail about what goes into owning a service dog. Also, can you teach an old dog new tricks? Stay tuned as Dawn lets us know if Cam’s dog Lacy is a candidate for gluten detection work.

The Celiac Project Podcast – Ep 78: 2 Guys Talking Gluten Free

Erin Smith’s wisdom will blow you away! She was instrumental in building the New York City Celiac Disease Meetup into the largest celiac support group in the world! You can read about Erin’s adventures on her 2 great blogs, Gluten-Free Fun and Gluten-Free Globetrotter.

Today, Erin talks all about celiac support groups, which are near and dear to her heart. She has some wild stories, and shares some thoughts and tips about starting or joining a support group in your area. We all need some peer support and Erin is excellent at connecting. Learn from one of the best!

The Celiac Project Podcast – Ep 76: 2 Guys Talking Gluten Free

In part 2 of our “celiac in the workplace” episode, we are joined by guest Cathy Weller Sloan. Cathy talks to us about her challenges she faced in her previous work environment after her celiac diagnosis. Cathy is currently pursuing a new career track and talks about the many obstacles she has encountered during her search. Mike, Cam and Cathy are all candid about what they see as some of the hurdles that those with celiac face when interviewing for a new position, and if (and when) someone should talk about it at all.

The Celiac Project Podcast – Ep 74: 2 Guys Talking Gluten Free

Finally, celiac organizations and hospitals are beginning to publish protocols for celiac patient follow up and treatment, which is long overdue! We cover the Celiac Disease Foundation’s recommendations for post-diagnosis follow up care.  Mike and Cam talk about which specific tests and treatments were recommended for them, which were overlooked and a couple of helpful additions to the list that we would like to see.

The Celiac Project Podcast – Ep 73: 2 Guys Talking Gluten Free

In 1945 Dr. Douglas Arnold believed that a diet consisting manly of bananas was the cure for celiac disease. Obviously, later in life when gluten was reintroduced, these patience became ill again. Mike and Cam take a deep dive into the “banana diet.” In addition they look at a new study that shows that children who are diagnosed with CD tend to bounce back more quickly than adults.

The Celiac Project Podcast – Ep 72: 2 Guys Talking Gluten Free

It has been an strange celiac awareness month for Mike and Cam, including Mike’s struggles to find safe options on a trip to California. They had a number of takeaways about the current state of being gluten free in this day and age. If you are playing the celiac project podcast drinking game at home, you can drink every time the guys say “celiac awareness month.” Bottoms up!