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.
Read MoreWe discuss Hollywood using actors in fat suits instead of fat actors and how that corresponds to fat people getting marginalized in real life. We also give tips for finding a fat-friendly doctor, and a crazy weight-loss scheme from an Uber driver.
Read MoreThis week we tackle TLC’s latest fat reality show featuring fat women in relationships with conventionally attractive men, how to handle comments from family and others about being fat, dating someone fat, and being fat while at the gym.
Read MoreWe talk about David Harbor from Stranger Things and being fat in the Marvel universe, as well as the controversy surrounding the recent ruling in Washington State making “obesity” a protected class. We wrap up with advice on how fat passengers can get a free extra seat on a flight if they need it.
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