• 11. Navigating Chaos and Strengthening Community in Turbulent Times
    Feb 11 2025

    In this episode of The Body Trust Podcast, hosts Hilary, Dana, and Sirius unpack their feelings and responses to Trump’s presidency. The episode discusses the emotional weight of recent and near-future political events, including the potential withdrawal of federal support for programs like WIC. The hosts explore the emotional and psychological ramifications of these changes, touching on themes of grief, destabilization, and the urgent need for radical imagination and community support. They emphasize the importance of creativity, activism, and standing up for those more vulnerable. The discussion also highlights the systemic issues rooted in white supremacy and the need for multiple, coordinated approaches to activism.

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  • 10. Almond Moms, Biohacking Dads and Lineages of Harm
    Jan 28 2025

    In this episode hosts Hilary, Dana, and Sirius delve into the pervasive influences of diet culture, focusing on two distinct yet interconnected phenomena: “almond moms” and “biohacking dads”. They discuss the normalization of disordered eating practices within families, the broader societal impacts, and the roots of these behaviors. They also explore how these roles reinforce traditional gender norms and examine the intersections with class, health misconceptions, and systemic issues. This episode offers a critical look at how cultural obsessions with control and health manifest in harmful ways, impacting not just individuals but entire communities and generations.


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  • 9. Practicing Healthcare from a Weight Inclusive Lens
    Jan 14 2025

    In this episode Dana, Sirius, and Hilary discuss the importance and implementation of practicing healthcare from a weight inclusive perspective. They explore terminology such as ‘weight inclusive’ and ‘size inclusive’, and dive into what a weight inclusive model of care looks like compared to a weight normative approach. They also talk about connecting weight inclusive care with health equity, the challenges facing healthcare providers, and the systemic issues perpetuated by weight-centric models of care. Real-life examples and personal stories highlight the harm caused by weight stigma in medical settings, emphasizing the need for an inclusive, respectful, and compassionate approach in healthcare. The conversation further covers the importance of community and support for providers advocating for change.


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    The Weight-Inclusive vs. Weight-Normative Approach to Health

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    Directory of Certified Body Trust Specialists


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  • 8. Challenging New Year's Resolutions: Embracing a Body Trust Approach
    Dec 31 2024

    In this episode of the Body Trust Podcast, hosts Sirius Bonner, Dana, and Hilary discuss The Anti Resolution Revolution. They explore how New Year’s resolutions are often rooted in fatphobia and healthism and the importance of integrating body trust into this period. They share insights on why many people resort back to old dieting habits and how these are not sustainable for long-term well-being. The conversation delves into the cultural shifts around resolutions, the impact of diet culture, and offers alternative ways to approach self-care and community well-being without falling into the traps of toxic wellness culture. The episode encourages listeners to adopt more compassionate, flexible, and body-positive practices for the new year.

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  • 7. Health and Weight are not Correlated: A Critical Examination
    Dec 17 2024

    In this episode of the Body Trust Podcast, hosts Dana, Hilary and Sirius discuss common misconceptions around health, weight, and body size. They challenge the strongly held belief that health and size are directly correlated and critique the influence of diet culture, white supremacy, and systemic barriers on these notions. The conversation delves into the misleading narratives of 'healthism' and 'nutritionism,' the social determinants of health, and the harmful impact of concern trolling and weight stigma. They emphasize the importance of redefining health personally and critically examining societal ideologies around health and weight.

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  • 6. Q&A: Debunking Weight Loss Myths
    Dec 3 2024

    In this episode, Dana, Hillary, and Sirius answer listener questions about weight loss and its complexities. They discuss the inefficacy of sustainable weight loss, the psychological and physiological impacts, and the harms of weight cycling. The conversation delves into cultural myths and biases surrounding weight, the problematic nature of attempting to address trauma through weight loss, and the importance of embracing body diversity. They highlight systemic issues within the medical community that enforce weight loss on people in larger bodies and emphasize the necessity of dismantling these oppressive structures to improve the quality of life for all.


    REFERENCES

    Body Trust Certification

    Ugly Laws Video

    Reclaiming Ugly with Vanessa Rochelle Lewis

    The Bizarre and Racist History of the BMI

    How the Trauma Field is Traumatizing Higher Weight People

    A Letter to All Therapists about Weight Stigma

    Plastic Surgery and Prisons


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  • 5. Navigating Family, Boundaries, and Diet Culture During Holidays
    Nov 19 2024

    In this episode, Dana, Hilary, and Sirius discuss the challenges of maintaining body trust during holiday gatherings, particularly when faced with weight stigmatization and diet culture pressures. They explore strategies for setting boundaries, managing difficult family dynamics, and the importance of grief and self-preservation practices. The conversation also delves into the broader implications of societal expectations and the impact of the 2024 U.S. Election on family relationships. The episode concludes with practical advice and emphasizes the significance of community and support systems in navigating these complex interactions.


    References:
    Grey Rocking

    Foundations of body trust

    How to talk to people about body trust


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  • 4. The seduction of GLP-1’s: desperation, stigma, and fat bias
    Nov 5 2024

    In this episode, Dana, Hilary and Sirius discuss the effects of GLP-1’s within the context of body trust and diet culture. They unpack the seduction of these drugs amid rising conversations around bodies and fatness, highlighting the harmful collaboration between the weight loss and eating disorder treatment industries. The hosts reflect on the stigmas and limitations of weight loss interventions. They emphasize the need for better research and more honest marketing to help folks make more informed decisions, and most importantly, they underline the urgency for community and safe spaces in which folks can address their relationship to food and body, pre and post weight loss intervention.


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