Good Bodies

Latest Episodes:

Is Body Positivity Just Repackaging Beauty Standards? Ft. Bobbi Elfie Sep 10, 2023

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On this week’s episode, Remy and Emily are joined by comedian Bobbi Elfie to break down her body image ~journey~ after she and Remy bonded over their struggles on a long drive to Virginia. Bobbi opens up about being abused as a child and how it has impacted her self worth and body image through the years. Later, she tells Remy and Emily about her problems with the body positivity movement, and they discuss the huge pressure women face to feel beautiful alllllllll the time. Plus, Bobbi breaks down what real manifestation looks like (spoiler alert: it’s not as easy as it looks on TikTok).

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Why TF Did We Think We Were Old At 25? Sep 07, 2023

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Remy and Emily are back with a birthday special for this week’s episode. First they chat about their birthday plans for this year and whether or not they are “birthday people.” They reflect on which birthdays have felt most significant and why some ages feel scarier than others. Later, Emily asks Remy about her family’s attitudes toward aging, and they chat about how getting older hasn’t been such a big deal after all. Plus, they debate the ideal birthday cake flavor.

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Defining Yourself & Choosing Happiness Ft. Lizzie Velasquez Sep 03, 2023

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On this week’s episode, Remy is joined by special guest Lizzie Velasquez, a writer and anti-bullying advocate you may know from her Ted Talk or documentary A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story. (Don’t worry, Emily will be back on Thursday’s episode.) Lizzie opens up about living with Marfanoid-progeroid-lipodystrophy syndrome, a condition that prevents her from accumulating body fat and gaining weight. They discuss Lizzie’s experiences with bullying online and IRL and how she stopped letting other people define her. Later, Remy asks about Lizzie’s book Choosing Happiness, and Lizzie shares what she’s learned about mental health since writing the book in college.

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Almond Moms, “Fat Shaming,” and Sibling Dynamics Aug 31, 2023

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Remy and Emily are back with a Scoop du Jour and a Dear DST on today’s episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow. They kick off with an update about Queen’s body-positive anthem, “Fat Bottomed Girls,” and have a discussion about why it was left off of a recent Greatest Hits list. Then, in this week’s Dear DST, they discuss a listener’s dilemma in which her *almond mom* made comments about her sibling’s recent weight gain—and how the girls can convey to their mother that they’re more than their bodies.

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Quitting Instagram, Weed, and How It’s Affecting Mental Health Aug 27, 2023

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On this episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow, Remy and Emily are talking about quitting—yup, quitting. Emily dishes on her recent social media break and why it was so helpful for her mental health. Remy has a really vulnerable moment where she talks about her current mental health struggles including (trigger warning!) depression, suicidal ideation, and just giving up on it all. To that end, though, she talks about how quitting smoking weed has been really helpful. They wrap up with a v relatable moment by discussing a lot of the pressures literally so many of us face as we age.

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Reflecting On *That* Miley Cyrus Performance From 10 Years Ago Aug 24, 2023

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On today’s episode, Emily and Remy are reflecting on Miley Cyrus’s viral VMA performance with Robin Thicke from 10 years ago. They share how they felt about the performance and subsequent memes at the time compared to now. Why were we all so hard on Miley? Later, Remy and Emily answer a Dear DST from a listener about “reverse dieting.” Is it even a real thing? And how do you know if you’re actually eating enough?

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How Snacking Can Improve Your Dating Life Ft. Jared Freid Aug 20, 2023

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On today’s episode, Remy and Emily are joined by fan-favorite Jared Freid to chat all things body image, dating, and his new special 37 & Single. Jared opens up about how the DST audience helped him get more comfortable talking about his weight on stage, and Remy and Emily ask how those feelings about his body play out in dating (and in the bedroom). Later, Jared shares his approach to moderation, and they debate the supremacy of New York bagels. Plus, Jared shares how snacking can improve your dating life.

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Working Through Complicated Feelings About Working Out Aug 17, 2023

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Remy and Emily are back with a Class Smash or Pass, as well as a Scoop du Jour. Remy kicks off with a vulnerable moment where she admits she’s just been “feeling weird” lately, especially when it comes to working out and being in a body image rut. This leads into a discussion around the complicated feelings and the slippery slope around working out to feel good versus working out to have a certain body. They then discuss *that* viral ad for the French team in the Women’s World Cup and and work through their feelings around it. They end up in a heated debate about NSYNC vs Backstreet Boys, because of course.

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I Hate That My Confidence Is So Wrapped Up In My Hair Aug 13, 2023

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On this week’s episode of Diet Starts Tomorrow, Remy and Emily are diving into all things hair—yes, hair. If you know, you know: It’s a not-so-little thing that can make a big difference on your overall body image and self-esteem. They discuss a viral TikTok about plus-size women and their relationship with their hair length, as well as why hair can act as a security blanket for literally so many people. They then discuss the all-too-common experience of leaving the hair salon hysterically crying, and why it’s so important to advocate for yourself, especially in these vulnerable situations (yes, *especially* if you’re a people pleaser).

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How Do I—Or Should I—Talk About Health Concerns With My Spouse? Aug 10, 2023

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Remy and Emily are back, and there’s a lot on the agenda. First, they dive into this week’s Scoop du Jour—the news about Whitney Port and her husband’s concerns that she’s “too thin.” She is now prioritizing her health, but it begs the question: As someone’s romantic partner, when does it become your business to comment on their weight? Which brings us to our next topic: this week’s Dear DST. In it, a listener explains that her husband has gained a lot of weight in the last few years and he’s not happy with how he looks or feels. She is wondering how to talk about these concerns with him in a healthy, non-judgmental way. They wrap up by discussing what she should say, and how to support your partner when you just want the best for them.

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