Explore every episode of the podcast Big, Blonde, and Beautiful: The Podcast
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| This Is Us (pt. 2): gym bros and the end (ft. Alyssa Theobalt) | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:44:41 | |
In part two of our episode on This Is Us Alyssa and I delve into the intricacies of romantic relationships, self-worth, and the importance of setting boundaries within family dynamics. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, we highlight the ongoing struggle against societal norms and the hope for a more accepting future. Guest Socials- Podcast Socials- TikTok Personal Socials- TikTok Website | |||
| This Is Us (pt. 1): the pool and care bears (ft. Alyssa Theobalt) | 20 Nov 2024 | 00:47:44 | |
In part one of our episode on This is Us join me and my guest Alyssa Theobalt as we explore themes of body image, the impact of diet culture, and the importance of inclusivity in the performing arts. The conversation delves into personal experiences with dance, bullying, and navigating healthcare as fat individuals. In this conversation, Alyssa and I explore the complex themes surrounding body image, cultural perceptions, and the generational shifts in attitudes towards body positivity while focusing on the pilot and “the pool” episode. Guest Socials- Podcast Socials- Personal Socials- Website | |||
| Cry-Baby: knocked up and playing chicken (ft. Ann Kathleen Williams) | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:40:21 | |
In this episode of the Big Blonde and Beautiful podcast, special guest Ann Kathleen Williams and I discuss the John Waters movie Cry-Baby. We explore topics from diverse casting to the satire and social commentary in the movie. We also discuss the portrayal of fat women in media, the impact of weight loss on body positivity, and the invasive nature of fame. | |||
| SIX: The Musical: catfishing and profits (ft. Christina Wells) | 05 Jun 2024 | 00:49:33 | |
In this episode, my guest Christina Wells and I discuss body positivity, representation in theater, and the challenges faced by plus-size individuals in the entertainment industry. We explore the musical 'Six' and its portrayal of the six wives of Henry VIII. Our conversation explores the challenges and experiences of plus-sized individuals in the theater industry, focusing on representation, inclusivity, and the impact of body size on casting and costume design. Christina Wells shares personal experiences and insights, highlighting the need for positive representation and the importance of embracing diverse body types in theater. | |||
| Young Sheldon: brisket and a funeral | 22 May 2024 | 00:24:53 | |
In this episode, I discuss the TV series Young Sheldon and its representation of fat and mid-size bodies. While the show does a good job of showing everyday bodies, it falls into harmful stereotypes and tropes when it comes to bigger bodies with characters like Billy Sparks and George Cooper. | |||
| Your Fat Friend: help the devil wants me fat | 08 May 2024 | 00:25:43 | |
On this week’s episode of the podcast I discuss the new documentary featuring the author, blogger, and content creator Aubrey Gordon. This documentary follows Gordon as she unmasks herself on the internet and gives up her anonymity as your fat friend and what follows. | |||
| Tess Holliday 2017 Memoir: the not so subtle art of being a fat girl | 24 Apr 2024 | 00:20:15 | |
Listen this week as I talk about Tess Holliday’s memoir from 2017. In her book Tess recalls her childhood growing up fat in a tumultuous environment. As well as her not so simple rise to becoming a successful model and mother! | |||
| Parks and Recreation: first in friendship, fourth in obesity (ft. Ally Hunt) | 10 Apr 2024 | 00:43:21 | |
This week me and my guest Ally Hunt (@lightscameraally) and I talk about one of our favorite sitcoms Parks and Recreation (2009-2015). Tune in as we have our own city council meeting and give our verdict on positive or negative fat representation.
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| To Be Fat Like Me: how kaley cuoco ended fatphobia | 27 Mar 2024 | 00:23:35 | |
Join me for our second episode of the season on the Lifetime movie To Be Fat Like Me starring Kaley Cuoco. Today we will talk about fat suits and sympathy porn. | |||
| Derry Girls: a nun and a wee lesbian | 13 Mar 2024 | 00:19:32 | |
Join me for our first episode of season 3! It is absolutely cracker to be back! This week I’m talking about fat representation in the tv series Derry Girls! | |||
| Mini Episode 11: Kathy Bates | 06 Mar 2024 | 00:03:13 | |
Enjoy our last mini episode before season 3 on Kathy Bates!!! | |||
| Mini Episode 10: Tess Holliday | 28 Feb 2024 | 00:02:22 | |
Enjoy this mini episode on fat model Tess Holliday!! | |||
| Shrek: onions and fat heroes (ft. Kelbi McKinley) | 06 Nov 2024 | 00:41:43 | |
In this episode of Big, Blonde, and Beautiful, my guest Kelbi McKinley and I dive into the animated classic Shrek. We discuss Chris Farley's influence on Shrek and the film's impact on adult and child audiences. Throughout, we emphasize the importance of self-acceptance and the complexities of identity as portrayed in media. And why even in animation accurate and positive fat representation is SO important! | |||
| Mini Episode 9: Jelly Roll | 21 Feb 2024 | 00:04:12 | |
Enjoy our mini episode on the country artist Jelly Roll!! | |||
| Mini Episode 8: Chrissy Metz | 14 Feb 2024 | 00:02:29 | |
Enjoy this bite size episode on Chrissy Metz!
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| Mini Episode 7: Melissa McCarthy | 07 Feb 2024 | 00:03:39 | |
Enjoy this mini episode on the life and career of Melissa McCarthy! | |||
| Mini Episode 6: Chris Farley | 31 Jan 2024 | 00:03:32 | |
Enjoy this mini episode on the life, career, and death of Chris Farley! | |||
| Mini Episode 5: Cass Elliot | 24 Jan 2024 | 00:04:58 | |
Enjoy this mini episode on the life and career of Cass Elliot!
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| Season 2 Finale: fat suits (ft. Abby Morris) | 17 Jan 2024 | 00:51:20 | |
It’s time for our Season 2 finale!! Join me this week as I discuss with Abby Morris the use of fatsuits in cinema and television. And the implications of this type of “representation”
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| Glee: pig pins and cardigans (ft. Danielle Burnett) | 10 Jan 2024 | 00:39:26 | |
On this week’s episode join me and my guest Danielle Burnett as we discuss the fever dream that is glee. We’ll take a look at all our
favorite fat characters and their storylines.
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| Uncle Buck: is okay good enough (ft. Rhianna Colbert) | 03 Jan 2024 | 00:30:46 | |
Join me and my guest Rhianna Colbert as we discuss John Candy in his classic role as Uncle Buck. Also go check out Rhianna’s poetry book!! | |||
| Real Women Have Curves: giving society the middle finger | 20 Dec 2023 | 00:17:03 | |
This week on the pod join me as I discuss the badassery of Ana from Real Women Have Curves. And how she is such a strong woman. | |||
| Things No One Will Tell Fat Girls: why being visible is so important (ft. Elisabeth Marie) | 13 Dec 2023 | 00:47:15 | |
It’s our first book! Join myself and my guest Elisabeth Marie (@thickfruitsnack). This is such an amazing episode filled with laughter and talk about fat love. | |||
| Hocus Pocus: a flying vacuum and humanizing fat people (ft. Alex Stewart) | 24 Oct 2024 | 00:42:59 | |
In this episode of Big Blonde and Beautiful, my guest Alex Stewart and I dive into the beloved Halloween classic Hocus Pocus. We explore the nostalgia surrounding the film, the characters, particularly Mary Sanderson, and the cultural implications of fat representation in media. The conversation touches on the evolution of how fat characters are portrayed, the stereotypes associated with them, and the importance of diverse representation in film. We conclude with thoughts on the future of Hocus Pocus and the need for more nuanced storytelling around fat characters. Guest Socials- Podcast Socials- TikTok Personal Socials- TikTok Website | |||
| Bridget Jones’s Diary: twenty pounds doesn’t equal fat | 06 Dec 2023 | 00:13:28 | |
This week I discuss the monstrosity that is Bridget Jones’s Diary. Join me as I discuss how the early 2000s really had us fooled when it came to “fat” representation. | |||
| The Little Mermaid: fat and sexy vanessa | 29 Nov 2023 | 00:13:40 | |
Join me this week as I discuss the fat representation in The Little Mermaid both 1989 and 2023! | |||
| Gilmore Girls: dishin up some mccarthy (ft. Ellen Howie | 22 Nov 2023 | 00:31:58 | |
Join me and my real life Lorelei Gilmore my mom Ellen Howie. This week we rave about all of our favorite moments and characters from this show. But we also discuss some of the blatant fatphobia hidden in these episodes. | |||
| Survival of the thickest: thick girls havin’ a moment | 15 Nov 2023 | 00:16:07 | |
This week I talk about Michelle Buteau’s tv show Survival of the Thickest. Join me as I discuss this show with a star studded fat cast!!! | |||
| Shallow Hal: I exist for me (ft. Victoria Voos) | 08 Nov 2023 | 00:27:20 | |
This week we discuss the early 2000s movie Shallow Hal starring Jack Black and Gwyneth Paltrow. Join me and my guest Victoria Voos (@flyforaginger) as we discuss the consumption of bodies and why this movie needs to stay in the early 2000s. | |||
| Fried Green Tomatoes: towanda!!! | 01 Nov 2023 | 00:13:24 | |
Join me this week to discuss Evelyn Couch from Fried Green Tomatoes! This week I talk about some fat character clichés and loving yourself at any size!! | |||
| Piggy: the revenge on fatphobes (ft. Lauren McCool) | 25 Oct 2023 | 00:19:54 | |
Happy Halloween! Join me and my guest Lauren McCool for our Halloween episode on the horror movie Piggy! | |||
| Heathers: even dump trucks deserve love | 18 Oct 2023 | 00:14:59 | |
Welcome back for season 2!!! I hope you all enjoy this episode and listen to the rest of the season. This week I discuss Heathers (1988) and the off-Broadway Heathers: The Musical. I talk about Martha and how we need more roles that aren’t subject to fatphobia. | |||
| Mini Episode 4: Fat Villain Trope | 04 Oct 2023 | 00:06:00 | |
Our final mini episode before season 2 is focused on fat villains. | |||
| Mini Episode 3: Formerly Fat Trope | 27 Sep 2023 | 00:06:09 | |
This week is our third mini episode. I talk about the very harmful and common formerly fat trope. | |||
| Paul Blart Mall Cop: segways and a dusty lollipop | 25 Sep 2024 | 00:15:56 | |
In this episode of Big Blonde and Beautiful, I discuss the film Paul Blart: Mall Cop, exploring its themes of representation, the use of fat jokes, and the portrayal of the main character, Paul Blart. I critique the reliance on physical comedy and stereotypes associated with fat characters, and how I believe that the film's humor is outdated and one-dimensional. | |||
| Mini Episode 2: Fat Stupid Guy Trope | 20 Sep 2023 | 00:06:11 | |
This weeks bonus mini episode focuses on the stupid fat guy trope of Hollywood tv and movies. | |||
| Mini Episode 1: Fat Funny Friend | 13 Sep 2023 | 00:06:24 | |
Season 2 will begin on October 18th. But until then enjoy a series of mini episodes. This episode focuses on the fat funny friend trope. | |||
| Season 1 Finale: reality tv (ft. Anjenee Marion) | 06 Sep 2023 | 00:46:53 | |
Join me and my guest Anjenee Marion as we discuss fat representation in reality tv. Anjene’e works in reality tv casting so who better to discuss this topic with! Follow her on insta at anjee_smiles | |||
| The Heat: we need aspirational fat roles (ft. Marcy Guevara-Prete) | 30 Aug 2023 | 00:33:12 | |
Join me and my guest Marcy Guevara-Prete as we discuss The Heat. Listen as we discuss fatphobic costuming, the need for different fat roles, and why we think Melissa McCarthy could do more for this community!
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| Barbie: this Barbie is fat | 23 Aug 2023 | 00:22:34 | |
Hey Barbie! This episode focuses on Sharon Rooney’s Lawyer Barbie from the new movie. Get ready for a rave review. | |||
| The DUFF: why does fat gotta be ugly (ft. Breely Arford) | 16 Aug 2023 | 00:22:56 | |
On this week’s episode join me and my special guest Breely Arford as we discuss the depiction of Mae Whitman as Bianca in The DUFF. We talk about psychological affects of Hollywood fat shaming, 2015 humor, and more! | |||
| Mona Lisa Smile: connie needs some self-esteem | 09 Aug 2023 | 00:14:34 | |
This episode I take a look at Connie from Mona Lisa Smile! It’s another episode of thick or stick! Listen to find out the verdict!! | |||
| Booksmart: beanie is a national treasure (ft. Savanah Baird) | 02 Aug 2023 | 00:23:45 | |
Join me and my guest Savanah Baird as we discuss one of our favorite movies Booksmart. We talk about being a theatre kid, gush about Beanie Feldstein, and talk our favorite scenes. Enjoy! | |||
| Baby Cakes: grace the fat mortuary stalker | 26 Jul 2023 | 00:20:40 | |
This episode is a wild ride. This episode focuses on Grace from the Lifetime movie Baby Cakes. I talk stalking, fatphobia, and knowing your worth! Enjoy | |||
| Now & Then: chrissy deserved better (ft. Brooke Kuchefski) | 19 Jul 2023 | 00:33:15 | |
Join me and my special guest Brooke Kuchefski as we discuss the depiction of Chrissy in Now & Then. We talk about puberty, fad diets, and learning to love your femininity. | |||
| Matilda: bad fat suits and lots of chocolate cake (ft. Angela Alba) | 11 Sep 2024 | 00:50:16 | |
In this episode, my guest Angela Alba and I discuss the various iterations of the movie Matilda and the problematic representation of fat characters. We talk about the use of fat suits in the movies and how it perpetuates fatphobia. The conversation highlights the importance of casting fat actors in fat roles and the need for better representation in media. Angela and I discuss various aspects of the movie Matilda and its representation of fatness. We touch on topics such as fat jokes, fatphobia, fat characters, and the portrayal of food in the film. We also explore the impact of internalized fatphobia and the need for ongoing work to challenge and dismantle it. Guest Socials- Podcast Socials- TikTok Personal Socials- TikTok Website | |||
| Hairspray: this fat girl can move (ft. Jerry Strain) | 12 Jul 2023 | 00:35:23 | |
In this episode I and my guest Jerry Strain focus on fat representation in Hairspray (2007). We cover fat suits, fat roles on Broadway, the implications of this film, and more. Enjoy! | |||
| SOTTP: we get it carmen has curves | 05 Jul 2023 | 00:16:22 | |
This is the first episode where I talk about a “fat” character that Hollywood pushed on us that isn’t really fat. This is the first installment of thick or stick. Enjoy! | |||
| Dumplin’: every body is a swimsuit body | 28 Jun 2023 | 00:23:40 | |
For this episode I focus on the movie Dumplin’ (2018) and the characters of WillowDean and Millie. I discuss pageants, finding love as a fat person, and more! Enjoy!
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| Pitch Perfect: why fat amy is so iconic | 21 Jun 2023 | 00:19:41 | |
In this first episode I focus on the movie Pitch Perfect and the character of Fat Amy. Listen as I discuss the positive and negatives of this character and some of my favorite moments. Follow us on insta: @bbb.podcast And TikTok: @bbb.thepodcast | |||