Topic: Fatphobia

2 chapters across the catalog

Big Mike & The Rock
Episode 1551 2:53:40 - 2:58:16

1551: Big Mike & The Rock

Fat Affirmation, Mounjaro and Ozempic

The "fat affirmation" movement on social media is criticized for labeling intentional weight loss as "fatphobic." A mental health professional on TikTok claimed that 99.9% of weight loss efforts are rooted in bigotry. Concurrently, the pharmaceutical industry is rebranding diabetes medications like Mounjaro and Ozempic as obesity treatments, despite concerns about the loss of lean body mass and "Ozempic face."

Hambone
Episode 1520 1:29:43 - 1:37:52

1520: Hambone

Fat Liberation Politics, Anti-Fatness Claims

Social media trends on TikTok are promoting "Fat Liberation Politics," with some creators claiming that "anti-fatness" is rooted in "anti-blackness" and white supremacy. This ideological shift coincides with the increasing use of processed seed oils, such as canola oil, in premium food products like Kerrygold spreadable butter. Health advocates suggest that returning to simple diets, such as the "Beef Initiative," and avoiding processed additives is the most effective way to combat metabolic issues.