The boys talk about a monster-in-law's letter to Dear Abby, Lizzo getting real, and a Fat Watch: Rewind about youth stepping up in Fat Activism. Then they share some listener mail about drugs in the bedroom.
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This week the boys discuss Andrew Christian's THICK flop, the demise of Jenny Craig, and a major win for Size Freedom in NYC. Then they dive into a listener mail about navigating chub/chaser dating while neurodivergent.
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We talk about an anti-fat teen’s comeuppance on social media and the companies offering plus-size clothing and social events. Then we share some chub chaser stories: “has this ever happened to you?"
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The boys talk about Alex Newell's favorite Whitney Houston song, a fat ensemble takes on musical theater, and the Cinderella Project helping fat kids dress for prom. Then we talk about fat representation in “Shrek."
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The boys tackle Naked (fat?) Boys Singing, Asian plus-size store names on TikTok, and a study on avoiding weight stigma. Then we look at fat as an identity or characteristic in dating.
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We talk about Lizzo’s take on Victoria Secret, Gwyneth Paltrow’s wellness smack-down, and resources to support trans folks. Then we respond to listener trying to be an ally to their fat sister.
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We discuss Jennifer Coolidge’s Power Ranger photo shoot, Esquire’s take on plus-size men in fashion, and a 1998 commentary from a female fat admirer. Then we explore staying resilient (or just getting started) in fat allyship.
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It’s the fourth annual Chubby Awards! The boys discuss outstanding examples of fat positive tv, film, and more from 2022.
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This week we talk about revising Roald Dahl, giving Barney a make-over, and a successful plus-size clothing swap. Then we tackle setting and respecting boundaries in chub/chaser dating.
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This week we discuss an influencer in the crossfire of body positivity, seating on Universal’s Mario Kart (not universal), and look back at NY Girth & Mirth’s website from 2001. Then we weigh in on trending Twink Death.
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Happy Valentines Day! We talk about what ever happened to plus-size male models, Lizzo’s fashion at the Grammy’s, and burlesque taking back body positivity. Then we tackle the pressure that comes with Valentine’s Day.
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We highlight a fat black tenor playing Carnegie Hall after years of body shaming, a new musical in Calgary about the F(at) word, and the 1973 “Fat Lib Manifesto.” Then we tackle fat phobia coming from inside the house!
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We circle back on Robert Pattinson and Hollywood diet culture, M&M’s dive into the culture wars, and UK Glamour’s take on a plus-size yoga instructor in a Gatorade commercial. Then an update on our trips and moves.
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The boys talk about Rutherford Falls’s Jena Schmeiding’s take on diet culture and Hollywood, an article about the lack of plus-sized fashion for fat kids, and Ask Amy’s response to a fat-phobic mom. Then we dive into how we accommodate fat bodies at home and travel.
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In this minisode, we share a listener mail about Brazil’s protections for fat people and discuss what diet or wellness trends we’d most like to see disappear in 2023.
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As we begin our fourth year of the podcast, we feature Eureka’s new video, a Brazilian win for fat accommodation. Then we talk about what we’re hoping 2023 brings to each of us.
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This week the boys discuss a “spicy” new plus-size romance novel, the shortage of Santas, and an AI-generated poem that celebrates fatness. Then we do a deep dive into the Queen Latifah movie, Last Holiday.
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This week the boys discuss Mashable’s beef with the lack of plus-size theater seating, SNL’s Big Boys video, and Guy Brannum’s travels with The Whale. Then we talk about mentorship in the gay and chub/chaser community.
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We discuss Lizzo’s new documentary, Rebel Wilson’s controversial new clothing line, and Everyday Health’s suggestions for dealing with insulting body comments. Then it’s Our Favorite Things—gifts for the chub or chaser in your life.
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