Fatspo Pod
Two friends chat about fatness, history, and fat icons. Hosted by Jessica Blair and Kat Lyon.
Episodes
Johnnie Tillmon & The War Against Welfare
Johnnie Tillmon was an icon, mother, and welfare rights activist, whose work influenced the Civil Rights Movement and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Join us while we discuss Johnnie and her legacy of fighting for mothers, children, and people across the U.S.RSVP to our August book club in NYC! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fatspo-pod-book-club-tickets-1996861114347?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=a
The Untold Story of Anne Zamberlan
Anne Zamberlan was a French actress, model, and activist known for her outspoken support for the fat community AND Allegro Fortissimo, a group, night club, and clothing store specifically for plus size women! Join us as we discuss this diva and icon!Sources: https://thecorrespondent.com/5379/this-is-what-hunger-does/358445802-e6acda55https://www.researchgate.net/publication/282308962_A_Well-Made-U
The Life & Death of Anna Nicole Smith
Anna Nicole Smith was a model, actress, television personality, and 2000s icon known for her turbulent life and very premature death. Join us while we discuss Anna Nicole and the very weird way the media treated both her *and* her body. CW: discussions of anti-fatness, eating disorders, drug use, and death. Sources: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/detoxes-and-cleanses-what-you-need-to-knowhttps:/
The Forgotten Queer Mother of the Blues
Gertrude “Ma” Rainey was an influential blues singer, literally dubbed the “Mother of the Blues.” While she’s most remembered for her singing style, beautiful voice, and electric nature, she’s also a queer icon! Join us while we discuss this absolute diva and her life. CW: discussions of racism, anti-fatness, homophobia, and dieting.Sources:https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/what-should-you-
Cass Elliot & the Public War on Her Body
Cass Elliot was a singer-songwriter, actress, comedian, and icon, known for her beautiful voice and lively personality. Unfortunately, she's often remembered for the bizarre lie that she died choking on a ham sandwich. Join us while we discuss this diva and the way anti-fatness impacted both her life and death.CW: discussions of anti-fatness, eating disorders, drug use, and death. Sources: htt
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