Why do we like the word “fat” so much? Why is the language we use so critical? Where did “death fat” come from? What is safe space and why should you give a crap? These questions and more are approached and discussed and maybe even answered in this episode.
Links mentioned in this episode:
On FWD: Disability is not your analogy
“Hey Ladies”, Beastie Boys
The music heard in this episode is by Brad Sucks.
This here is a short, supplemental episode in which Marianne and I further break it down on the subject of whether acknowledging differences between various levels and experiences of fatness is a bad or exclusionary thing.
A hint: we think not.
A full new episode, on the subjects of language and “safe space”, will go live later this week.
The music heard in this episode is by Diablo Swing Orchestra.
Before and after every recording, Marianne and I talk for at least as long as the resulting podcast (often longer), and sometimes these scattered conversations are also interesting in themselves. Here is a short snippet (i.e. “minisode”!) of Marianne and I discussing our goth pasts and the fatshion challenges we faced.
The music heard in this minisode is by Hungry Lucy.
Fatcast Episode 5: Fatshion! Part 2 (i.e., Turn to the right.) [1:18:05] Play Now | Play in Popup | DownloadThis here is part two of our extensively longwinded conversation about plus sizes and fatshion, in which we have some more specific thoughts about class and access as they relate to clothing a plus-sized body. Also: Igigi may or may not be overrated, and Marianne wants to discuss America’s Next Top Model.
Yes, this is another long one. We promise to try to keep them to an hour henceforth.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Childhood obesity article, mostly here for the picture and caption
Definatalie.com: You Can’t Bully Me Out of My Skinny Jeans, and Tights are Tights
Fatness and Uplift: Not a Post about Push Up Bras
The music heard in this episode is by Musetta.
We’d planned on having a fairly directed conversation about where plus sizes begin, and why fatshion is political. But somewhere along the line it turned into Marianne and I discussing the Lane Bryant lingerie ad, and then both of us unleashing our still-smoldering rage on the subject of Old Navy pulling plus sizes out of their stores (it’s not that their clothes are so great, y’all — it’s the PRINCIPLE).
Hence, this is part one of another two-parter. Part two will be released in the middle of next week.
Perfectionist note: I am still working on getting a better sound quality given the limitations of Skype, and truth be told I’m still not thrilled with the sound on this recording or the subsequent one. I think I may have found a way to improve it, so fingers crossed that the next will be amazing….er.
Links mentioned in this episode:
The Fatshionista Livejournal community
The “banned” Lane Bryant lingerie commercial
Tom Jones “Sex Bomb” music video
We are purposely not linking to Old Navy.
The music heard in this episode was by Revolution Void.
In this episode, Marianne and I continue our discussion of last week on The Doctor. Marianne answers a listener question, we regale y’all with more amusing personal anecdotes, and we also offer some Helpful Tips to healthcare professionals on dealing with fat patients.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Fat-Friendly Health Professionals List
The music used in this episode is by Alo Django.
In this episode, Marianne and I discuss The Doctor — the medical doctor, not the kind with the TARDIS — and some of the common pitfalls of being a fat person seeking quality preventative care. We also talk about why it’s important to learn to advocate for yourself and your health in the doctor’s office.
Fatcast is currently being featured on iTunes as a New and Noteworthy podcast! Swell!
We’re still hashing out the sound (i.e. Marianne needs a NASA headset), and Skype was being a jerk for this one, but we’re seeing improvements! Thanks so much for all the excellent props and support.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Amplestuff (hospital gowns, etc.)
Letter to a doctor by Hanne Blank
Office of the US Surgeon General
Bartleby, the Scrivener (blame Marianne for this one)
The music used in this episode is by Wasaru.