S14E4: Plus-Size: The Conversation We Need to Have About Fatphobia in America with Mekdela

Cultivating H.E.R. Space: Uplifting Conversations for the Black Woman

Cultivating H.E.R. Space

Education, Self-improvement

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🗓️ 22 April 2022

⏱️ 48 minutes

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Summary

How people see you is how people treat you is a powerful truism. But, there are layers to that perception when you are considered a fat person by society. Dr. Dom and Terri sit down with Mekdela, the author of Plus-Size: A Memoir of Pop Culture, Fatphobia, and Social Change, to discuss what exactly fatphobia is and how it impacts everyone. The ladies have an illuminating conversation about all of the subtle ways fatphobia creeps into our mainstream media to shape how we view ourselves and each other. Mekdela offers great insight on the complicated history of body positivity and provides tips on how we can all be better allies. Lady, grab your coziest blanket and your journal, we’re going to have this necessary conversation with warmth and compassion. Tap in!

Quote of the Day:

“70% of American women are a size 14 or larger. The average American woman is a size 16-18. However, only 18% of the clothes sold in brick-and-mortar stores is plus-size.”
– National research study

Where to find Guest:
Website: https://plussizebook.com/
IG: @mekdela.e

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0:00.0	On this week's episode of Cultivating Car Space, everyone can be part of the problem
0:07.0	sometimes.
0:08.0	It really does start with you and then it bleeds out to your community and then it goes
0:12.2	out to the world and that's really how social change happens.
0:16.8	Today's episode is sure to provide you with motivation, inspiration, or a fresh perspective.
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0:45.0	tab.
0:47.0	Welcome to Cultivating Her Space, a podcast dedicated to uplifting women like you.
0:53.3	We're your hosts.
0:54.8	Dr. Dominic Brusar, a college professor and psychologist.
0:58.6	And Terry Lomax, a techie and motivational speaker.
1:02.4	In a world where black women are often misrepresented and misunderstood, please join us as we initiate
1:09.2	authentic conversations on everything from five boards to fake friends and create a safe
1:15.1	space where black women can just be.
1:19.1	Hey, Lating, it's Dr. Dom here from the Cultivating Her Space Podcast.
1:26.7	Are you currently a resident of the state of California and contemplating starting your
1:31.8	therapy journey?
1:32.8	Well, if so, please reach out to me at Dr. Dominic Brusar.com that's d-r-d-o-m-i-n-i-q-u-e-b-r-o-u-s-s-s-a-r-d.com
1:51.1	to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
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