Episode 4: Wonder Sauna Hot Pants
In this episode, we talk about the controversy surrounding fitness trainer Jillian Michaels and her recent criticism of the singer Lizzo as part of the bigger issue of body positivity as distinct from fat liberation. We also make fun of some truly terrible weight loss products, while in our tip of the week, we highlight Fat Kids Yoga Club, where you can stretch out and destress at any size even at home.
Materials Referenced
Lizzo v. Jillian Michaels
Buzzfeed News | Jillian Michaels Is Being Criticized For Body-Shaming Lizzo
The New York Times | After ‘The Biggest Loser,’ Their Bodies Fought to Regain Weight
The Commercialization of BoPo & Fat Liberation
Bad Diet Products
Fat Kid Yoga Club