A warning, this episode contains explicit language.

The delightful comedy series, Survival of the Thickest, is about an up-and-coming stylist who's professional

and personal ambitions go sideways when she finds herself nearly single.

With a help of her best friends, she recalibrates her life and steps outside

her comfort zone to burying results.

It stars the charming comedian Michelle Bhutoe.

She also co-created the series and her book of personal essays serves as the inspiration. I'm Aisha Harris and today we're talking

about the Netflix series survival of the thickest on Pop Culture Happy Hour from

NPR. Joining me today is podcast producer and film and culture critic Kate Young.

Welcome back Kate.

Hi, happy to be here.

Also with us is NPR Contributor Serena Taurus. Hey Serena welcome back to you too.

Hey Iisha and rounding out the panel is the co-host of the podcast Fantai journalist Trevelle Anderson.

It's great to see you Travel.

Hello!

So survival of the thickest stars Michelle Bhutto as Mavis Beaumont, an assistant

stylist on the cusp of her big break.

Her longtime boyfriend Jacques, played by Taylor Sala, is an established fashion

photographer helping her make the right connections in the industry.

He's also cheating on Mavis as she discovers to her horror.

And now in her late 30 she has to start all over, find a new place to live, and a new way to rise

within the ranks of her career. Now for emotional support and sound advice,

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