The Big Fat Gay Podcast
The Big Fat Gay Podcast explores issues that fat people and their admirers face in relationships, media, and society. Hosts Dan, Trevor, Don, and Michael bring together two chubs and two chasers to discuss their experiences. Dan and Trevor offer expert opinions, while Don and Michael share anecdotal experience and questions. The group mixes Millennial and Gen-X perspectives, with two experts and two laymen. The show aims to be a well-rounded conversation about fat gay life and attraction.
Episodes
Episode 262: Scotcherooby-doo
Today we spotlight the first annual Fat Marmot Week winner and an article in The Advocate declaring that the body positivity movement is not over. Then we’ll get you ready for Halloween as we preview costumes and treats for this year’s festivities.
(Rewind) Episode 159: The Junk In Front
This week we revisit a WSJ article on the gray market in ob*sity meds, a study about #bodypositivity on TikTok, and our awardfrom Full-Figured Industry! Then we review your recommendations for making homes more fat-friendly.
Episode 261: Make Me a Match. A Sandmatch.
This week the boys talk about Chrissy Metz on Broadway and a study on how AI affects our body image. Then we look at not-so-first dates and keeping romance fresh.
Episode 260: Penis or Parasite?
This week we look at United Airlines new middle seat perk and GLP-1’s efficacy on people with different genes. Then we talk about straight guys and body image.
Episode 259: Summer Nog Crimes
This week the boys talk about the DXL’s rejected merger and takeover bids as well as Chè Monique’s Fat Mermaid Society. Then we get into what you can do to beat the heat this summer for you and your fat friends.
Episode 258: Ride or Die
This week the boys talk about a fat nude selling at auction for over $30M and Guy Branum’s NYT feature about his Insta and YouTube series on recent gay history. Then we get rolling with a discussion of power chairs, mobility scooters, and public seating.
Episode 257: Big Boys Can Cry
This week the boys discuss Southwest Airlines’s walk-back (slightly) of its
new seating policy and an Instagram post about fat men’s representation in
media. Then we take a close look at after-care in the chub/chaser
community.
Episode 256: Just Keep Spinning
This week the boys talk about Devil Wears Prada’s Caleb Hearon and his recent interview in the New York Times and a new MET fashion exhibit featuring mannequins with diverse body types. Then we discuss how we contextualize the comments people make about our bodies.
(Rewind) Episode 199: Chris Grace (as Scarlett Johansson)
This week revisit our discussion of the disgraced former CEO of A&F, Britain’s new plan for fat people receiving assistance, and Guy Branum’s take on being “gifted.” Then we interview Superstore’s Chris Grace about his new show on Dropout, Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson.
(Rewind) Episode 81: FATTER
This week we’re revisiting our review of the spooky season cult classic Thinner. The boys talk about a NYT article on the limited value of exercise and a website promoting fat mutual aid. We also discuss our surprising reactions to Steven King’s Thinner. Happy Halloween!
(Rewind) Episode 187: 'Big Boys' and Corey Sherman
This week we’re revisiting our interview with Corey Sherman. We talk about the plus-sized suitor on the Bachelorette, a junk-science study on how chili peppers make you fat, and Jannarie’s new song, “Never Been Small.” Then we talk to filmmaker Corey Sherman about his new feature, “Big Boys.”
(Rewind) Episode 104: Live At BiggerVegas!
This week we’re revisiting our first LIVE episode at BiggerVegas. The boys discuss Will Poulter’s getting in shape for a Marvel movie, the escapades of a plus-sized travel blogger, and respond to audience questions and comments about chubs & chasers.
Episode 255: Tragedy + Time = Tragomedy
This week the boys talk about the closure of a neighborhood plus-size clothing store and a “survival guide” for online fat-phobic comments. Then we examine what we see as the rise in social isolation and apathy in the chub/chaser community.
Episode 254: We All Clap for CPAP
This week the boys discuss People’s interview with Wendy the Snapple Lady (from 90s ad fame) and Japan’s plus-size clothing culture in the wake of AI and GLP1s. Then we take a deep breath heading into the success and stigma of CPAP masks.
Episode 253: And Now, Back to the Show
The boys talk about Jack Black in lingerie and William Hornby’s rant against GLP-1s on Grindr. We also update the story of Trevor and the cleaning lady, and delve into stories of unexpected allies.
Episode 252: Back, Evil Twink!
We talk this week about a fat hair stylist reacting to fat-shaming by Southwest Airlines and a fat fitness coach taking a stand against anti-fat bias. Then we tackle a recent incident when fat-shaming comes from inside the house.
Episode 251: The 7th Annual Chubby Awards
It’s the 7th Annual Chubby Awards! It’s time to roll out the red carpet for our picks for outstanding contributions in positivity and visibility for fat people and their admirers in 2025.
Episode 250: The Bigger the FUPA…
The boys talk about a Cass Elliot biopic in the works and an article that cautions GLP-1 drugs may lower libido. Then in honor of our 250th episode, the we revisit one of our oldest and most popular fold related topic.
Episode 249: On Kyle Ridley
This week the boys talk about the fat kid meme punching a pro-ICE supporter, and an Australian chef on a mission to help people enjoy their food without guilt. Then we interview Kyle Ridley, a gay TV producer who recently came out publicly as having an eating disorder.
Episode 248: You Are a Regular Guy
This week we talk about an art student taking a stand by eating AI images exhibited in a gallery and the popularity of Jacob Wysocki’s mantra, “You are a regular guy.” Then we see discuss taking compliments as well as rejections.
Episode 247: Valentine's Day 6: Cupid Lives
Happy Valentines Day! The boys spend the episode answering your questions and listening to your stories about love, sex, and relationships.
Episode 246: Fighting Fascism
The boys do something different this week and discuss what we (and you) can do in the face of fascism. In this episode, we bring together stories of people who are taking action contributing their creativity to combat the rising tide we all face.
Episode 245: OnlyButtz
This week we talk about a fat personal trainer helping anxious and neurodivergent clients, and Samyra’s article in Self Magazine on why confidence is out and cockiness is in. Then we talk about staking our claim to cockiness as chubs and chasers.
Episode 244: Angry Fat People
This week the boys remember NAAFA founder, Bill Fabrey, rejoice at the giant panda’s removal from the endangered species list, and talk about a British man guarding his daughter from familial fat shaming. Then we talk about managing and directing anger during these violent times.
Episode 243: Chasers Laid Bare
The boys talk about a loophole in the UK’s ban on daytime junk food ads and revisit an 2008 study about how feeling bad about being fat has worse heath outcomes than simply being fat. Then we look at chasers making content on social media.
Episode 242: Use the Candles
This week the boys talk about the DXL/KingSize merger and WebMD’s surprisingly supportive article on fat activist Jessie Diaz-Herrera. Then we talk about the ideals and optimism we’ll be taking into 2026.
Episode 241: How Don Saved the Podcast
This week the boys talk about a sleigh-load of Santa-related news items—merry and otherwise. Then we examine the biggest question of the season: Why has the sale of Grinch decorations surpassed those of Santa this year!?
Episode 240: Flannel Needs Love, Too
This week the boys talk about DXL’s new app for right-sizing and a Pakistani artist’s investigation into the taboo parts of ordinary bodies. Then we talk about feeling sexy in winter wear.
Episode 239: Get Stuffed
We’re back! We discuss a new Miss Piggy movie in the works and Miss Manners’s response to fat shaming pets. Then it’s story time recounting some pleasant recent surprises.
Episode 238: Shaun of the Dead
This week the boys talk about halloween horror! First up is a drag zombie movie now in limited release: Queens of the Dead. Then we look at Josh Pangborn (Skeleton Crew) and his new recurring role on HBO’s The Chair Company. Finally, we have a spirited discussion around the 2004 horror/comedy Shaun of the Dead.
Episode 237: Juggler Jump Scare
This week the boys talk about Major Attaway’s Little Shop of Horrors music video and operatic tenor Nicky Spence’s new scholarship for aspiring singers. Then we discuss our recent sliming and candying (bad & good) encounters with fatness.
Episode 236: Halloween Candying
The boys highlight Harvey Guillén’s pitch to star in Broadway’s Oh Mary! and a plus-size figure skater who’s inspiring young girls everywhere. Then we tell stories of recent happy surprises.
Spooky Season Announcement
An update on our schedule and a call to watch Shawn of the Dead before the 30th.
Episode 235: I Vant To Suck Your Fat
This week the boys discuss Ryan’s Reynolds’s remarks about journalists’ cruel interviews with John Candy and another story about a fat black ballerina dancing on point as part of New York Fashion Week. Then to kick off spooky season, we look at body horror and fatness as monstrosity.
Episode 234: Body Electric
The boys talk about an Indian initiative to slim down mythological figure and one Japanese woman’s struggle to make her way as a sumo wrester. Then we discuss the documentary, Body Electric.
Episode 233: Fat Boy Fall
This week the boys talk about Bear Week, that annual popularity contest to decide the coolest, fattest bear in the woods. Then we highlight a body-positive figure-drawing class before moving on to our main topic: Fat Boy Fall.
Episode 232: Fatlanthropy
This week the boys talk about Nelly Furtado’s classy response to online body-shamers, and a recap of airlines’ extra-seat policies now that SWA has made changes. Then we imagine what we’d do to help fat people if we won the lottery, which was just at $1.7B.
Episode 231: Red Flag Foray
This week the boys talk about Caleb Hearon making Rolling Stone’s 25 most influential Creators, and CNN’s article acknowledging weight stigma doesn’t lead to weight loss. Then we delve into anti-fat red flags in dating and friendships.
Episode 230: The Catfish Told Him So
This week the boys talk about Comedian Stuart Thomas’s Edinburgh Fringe
hit, Bad Fatty about life as a fat Welshman, and a father defending is
young daughter from the anti-fat comments of his mother-in-law. Then we
dive into catfishing and scamming in the chub/chaser world.
Episode 229: The Chaser Problem
This week the boys talk about Plus-Size Park-Hoppers, a TikTok/Insta group showcasing accessibility at Disney theme parks, and an article in The Atlantic on limitations to accessibility in your own home. Then we discuss chasers who don’t identify as chasers.
Episode 228: The Chubby's Journey
This week the boys discuss Chrissy Metz’s new projects and US Weekly’s article on fat representation in Hollywood. Then we dive deep into changes in attraction to age and weight.
Episode 227: Gatekeeping the Round World
This week the boys talk about Southwest Airline’s unfortunate new seating policy and the #BumsAndButtsInSeats campaign to raise awareness of plus size seating. Then we discuss gatekeeping in fat community.
Episode 226: Broadening Broadway
This week we talk about a new documentary exposing the Biggest Loser and an online tool from ProPublica to help reverse health insurance denials. Then we discuss fat casting in musicals.
Episode 225: Postcards from BiggerVegas
This week the boys highlight the comeback of the men’s swim brief and how an Olympic gold medalist in water polo handles body shaming. Then we feature some audio postcards from BiggerVegas.
Episode 224: As Seen On TV
This week the boys talk about the new Susan Powter documentary and an article in Fashion about the dearth (still) of plus-size men’s wear. Then we do a deep dive into socializing and being a wing-man.
Episode 223: Live from BiggerVegas 2025!
LIVE from Biggervegas 2025! The boys took about a new study about webcamming improving men’s body image and a new national data base of imaging centers that can accommodate plus-size patients. Then we talk with our live audience about body image and connecting at chub/chaser events.
Episode 222: Uncrustable for Your Thoughts?
This week we talk about Bad News Bears—the musical?? and an amazing new plus-size fashion show in Kenya. Then the boys talk about first-day-of-camp jitters when going to chub/chaser events.
Episode 221: But Like, What Do You MEAN
The boys discuss changes in Southwest Airlines’s baggage handling and customer-of-size policies, and the grand re-opening of Juicy Body Goddess. Then we share perspectives and anecdotes about unsolicited comments on people’s bodies.
Episode 220: Weighting in the Wings
The boys discuss Teen Vogue’s op-ed about TikTok’s ban of #SkinnyTok as well as Don’s experience protesting as a fat person. Then we answer a listener’s email about fitting into the chub/chaser world after weight-loss.
Episode 219: All About That Chase
We’re back from hiatus and discussing Cosmo’s take on Meghan Trainor’s change to “All About That Bass,” Vogue’s clap-back that fat people can do Pilates, and then a deep dive into gay & chub/chaser mentorship in our community.
Episode 218: Hairspray (2007)
We highlight Divine, Ricki Lake and Mink Stole—all made famous by John Waters films—and an update on the NAAFA campaign for size-freedom: could Delaware be next? Then we talk about the 2007 film Hairspray staring John Travolta and Nikki Blonsky.
Episode 217: Sexy Labyrinth Cow Time
The boys chat about the preview for the new Indonesian animated movie, Jumbo, and a reminder from Tigress Osborn about politics and internalized fat-phobia. Then we let our imaginations run wild on fat mythological creatures.
Episode 216: Stories from Our Pants
This week the boys talk about an article in the Guardian featuring fat trainers and athletes and TiKToker Jay Salazar dismantling medical fatphobia. Then we unzip to share stories about clothing.
Episode 215: Stunt Cake
This week the boys talk about a new movie with cowboys & sumos and the “chubby filter” banned from TikTok. Then we discuss our view on birthdays and cake!
Episode 214: Bagpipe Hokey Pokey
This week the boys talk about a new fat, gay rom-com, Things Like This, and Sebastian Conelli’s eloquent Instagram rant against fat-joke politics. Then we discuss the fear and desire of chubs and chasers on the dance floor.
Episode 213: The Thrall of the Chub
This week, the boys talk about Sumo, a new off-Broadway play, and Brendan Carpenter's inspiring post on Instagram about gaining weight. Then we dive into how we’ve dealt with being triggered by innocent remarks.
Episode 212: The 6th Annual Chubbies
Join us for the 6th Annual Chubby Awards, presenting the best of last year’s fat representation in business, community, and entertainment.
Episode 211: Leftover Party Meatballs
This week the boys talk about a male athlete being trolled for supposedly wearing a sports bra and the BBC’s interview with a plus-size male model during London Fashion Week. Then we discuss one-night stands.
Announcement: The Chubbies and BiggerVegas Live
We’re out of the studio this week but wanted to share some programing updates. We’ll be back with a new episode on March 5th!
Episode 210: Empire of Chonkin' Fatass Woofers
The boys talk about a German expert accusing Peppa Pig of fat shaming, a Breakfast Club interview with the fat rapper suing Lyft for size discrimination, and the new show “Same Dress Different Bodies.” Then we discuss people fat-shaming their pets.
Episode 209: Fat Fat Away
Happy Valentine's Day! This week the boys discuss a Wicked plus-sized dancer, Debra DiGiovanni's late nite debut, and 3 tips for navigating medical weight stigma. Then we cozy in the swamp for Shrek 2.
Episode 208.5: Roman Empires, Part 2
This week we continue discussing our personal Roman Empires, and engage in some Roman trivia.
Episode 208: Roman Empires, Part 1
This week we talk about Chris Burney’s retirement from Bowling for Soup, Britain’s new teenage world dart champ, and a student essay about boys dealing with eating disorders. Then we each talk about our personal “Roman Empires.”
Episode 207: Comfort Food
This week we talk about Body Positivity on Broadway, Phoria’s recommendations for fat-friendly clothing, and Lizzo’s meditation on Insta. Then we talk about our favorite comfort foods.
LA Fires Check-In
This week we’re checking in with an update on the LA Fires and share some resources on how to help those who have been affected.
Episode 206: In-N-Out
This week, we talk about Britain’s new food advertising bans, San Francisco hiring a weight stigma consultant, and RV Mendoza’s IG campaign, “Just Do It Fat!.” Then we dig into our own version of in and out for 2025.
Episode 205: Dear Santa
This week the boys talk about the discovery of Santa’s tomb, a UK report raising alarms about Santa’s health, and doctors getting trained in empathy when treating fat kids. Then we discuss the Jack Black movie, Dear Santa.
Episode 204: Threeways Three Ways
This week the boys discuss Big Boys scoring big nominations, Adrianne & The Castle, and Caleb Heron in Teen Vogue. Then we discuss threesomes and dating couples seeking a third.
Episode 203: Janusz Domagala’s Holiday Treats
This week we talk about the next wave of Hot Santas, Ghosts star Danielle Pinnock on adversity and diversity, and improvements for fat students in higher ed. Then we interview Great British Bake Off star Janusz Domagala about his cookbook and improving your recipes.
Episode 202: Keep Calm and Eat Pie
Happy Thanksgiving! This week the boys discuss Gov. Pritzker standing up for the residents of Illinois, Jennifer Owens & Amber Riley Defying Gravity, and William Hornsby's tips for disarming diet talk at the table. Then we share what we're thankful for this year.
Episode 201: Wrap You Up in a Hug
This week we feature listeners’ letters about the progress they’ve made, a listener who brought our fat eagle to life, and discuss our self-care tips for dark days and holiday blues.
Episode 200: To 240 More
For our 200th episode, we feature voicemails and letters from listeners on how things have changed for them since we started doing the podcast almost 5 years ago.
Episode 199: Chris Grace (as Scarlett Johansson)
This week we discuss the disgraced former CEO of A&F, Britain’s new plan for fat people receiving assistance, and Guy Branam’s take on being “gifted.” Then we interview Superstore’s Chris Grace about his new show on Dropout, Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson.
Episode 198: The Stuff
This week we talk about Fat Bear Week's Final Girl, Azealia Banks’s fatphobic Twitter tirade, and the Skinnylicious Menu at Cheesecake Factory. Then we dig into the consumer horror movie, “The Stuff.”
(Week Off)
We’re scattered around the world this week but wanted to share some reminders about our upcoming episodes..
Episode 197: Skinny Wario, Famous Glutton
We talk about how Raven-Symone got CGI’d thinner, Sam Morrison’s one-man show, Sugar Daddy, and Sebastian Connelli’s take on fat Halloween costumes. Then we discuss navigating Halloween and other holiday parties as a fat person.
Episode 196: Big Fat Gay Pod-Os
This week we talk about the wave of clothing donations in the wake of Ozempic, using Apple Watch to detect sleep apnea, and a dietician’s praise of ultra-processed foods. Then we discuss making friends in (and out of) the chub/chaser community.
Episode 195: The Pink Scourge of Grover Cleveland
We talk about Latrice Royale starring in Little Shop of Horrors, Colin Farrell’s Penguin fat suit, and Tigress Osborne’s“unfriendly reminder.” Then we share what we want to go differently this holiday season.
Episode 194.5: BiggerBash Roundup, Part 2
This week we share more conversations with attendees of BiggerBash about their experiences of the event, their personal journeys the chub/chaser world, and their Big Fat Gay lives. (Part 2 of 2)
Episode 194: BiggerBash Roundup, Part 1
This week we share some conversations with attendees of BiggerBash about their experiences of the event, their personal journeys the chub/chaser world, and their Big Fat Gay lives. (Part 1 of 2)
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