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**The Body Trust® Podcast**

Welcome to The Body Trust Podcast, a podcast about collective healing and the radical journey of body reclamation in a culture of anti-fatness, weight stigma, disordered eating and other traumas. Hosted by Dana Sturtevant, Hilary Kinavey, and Sirius Bonner, The Body Trust Podcast will challenge prevailing views on food, bodies, weight, and health, and unpack how social justice intersects with body liberation. Each episode offers insights and stories to help you unlearn the b.s., deepen your roots into body trust, and make your healing bigger than you. Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. We can’t wait to connect with you!

Latest Episodes:

15. Unmasking MAHA (Make America Healthy Again): The Intersection of Health and Ideology Apr 08, 2025

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In this episode of the Body Trust podcast, hosts Dana, Sirius, and Hilary delve into 'Make America Healthy Again' (MAHA), an offshoot of MAGA chaired by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. They explore the origins of MAHA, its problematic connections to divine guidance, and the implications for public health. The conversation touches on the challenges of defining 'health', the historical context of similar movements, and the disturbing overlap with white nationalism and orthorexia. They also reflect on the emotional toll of researching MAHA and discuss the importance of community, empathy, and continuing the fight for body trust and liberation.

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RESOURCES

Soap to Supremacy: The Rise of White Wellness

Liberatory Consciousness by Barbara Love

Maintenance Phase Podcast: President’s Physical Fitness Test

Conspirituality Podcast (NOTE: this podcast lacks an analysis on anti-fat bias and uses “O” words)

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14. Empowering Parents to challenge diet culture with Virginia Sole-Smith Mar 25, 2025

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In this episode of the Body Trust Podcast, hosts Dana, Sirius and Hilary have a detailed conversation with their first guest, Virginia Sole-Smith. Virginia, an author and activist, is known for her work on fat liberation, size-inclusive models of care, and her noted publication 'Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture.' The discussion delves into Virginia's background as a journalist, her journey towards advocating for body positivity and fat liberation, and her insights on parenting amidst diet culture challenges. Virginia also shares her experiences with navigating mainstream media's biases, launching her own platform 'Burnt Toast,' and offers advice for parents striving to foster a healthy body image in their children. The episode highlights both the difficulties and successes encountered when pushing back against societal norms and traditional media narratives.

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RESOURCES

Virginia Sole-Smith

Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture

Letter to Parents and Caregivers

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13. Exploring Grief in the Context of Body Trust Mar 11, 2025

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In this episode of the Body Trust Podcast, hosts Dana, Hilary and Sirius delve into the often avoided topic of grief and discuss it through the lens of body trust. They discuss the history and importance of addressing grief, using resources like Jeanne Courtney's paper 'Size Acceptance As a Grief Process.' The hosts explore how grief is much more than just bereavement, describing it as a core human experience that can be triggered by various life changes, including health diagnoses and body trust journeys. They emphasize the cultural challenges in dealing with grief, link it to broader societal issues like fear of death and bodily autonomy, and offer personal anecdotes to illustrate their points. The episode concludes with practical advice on acknowledging and honoring one’s grief, stressing the importance of community and support during such times.

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RESOURCES

Size acceptance as a grief process: observations from psychotherapy with lesbian feminists by Jeanne Courtney

Reclaiming Body Trust by Hilary Kinavey and Dana Sturtevant

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12. Debunking Misconceptions About Body Trust Feb 25, 2025

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In this episode of the Body Trust Podcast, hosts Dana, Hilary, and Sirius dive into common misconceptions about body trust, inspired by questions from listeners and their experiences writing their book, 'Reclaiming Body Trust.' They discuss the frequent skepticism about body trust, the idea that it's a weight loss method, and the misconception that it's a 'fuck it’ plan. They also cover the topics of radical acceptance, the journey from diet culture to body trust, the impact of weight stigma, and the communal aspect of body trust. Special emphasis is placed on the broader social and systemic factors that influence health and well-being. They also clarify that their Body Trust Certification Program is open to a diverse range of participants, not just healthcare providers. So if body trust resonates with you consider joining the next certification cohort this March

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We were made for these times

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

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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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We were made for these times

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

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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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RESOURCES
Inside the Dark Biohacked Heart of Silicon Valley

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

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

Weight & Healthcare Newsletter

Directory of Certified Body Trust Specialists

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

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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

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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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Resources:

ASDAH Principles and Framework of Care

Let’s Talk About Halloween

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6. Q&A: Debunking Weight Loss Myths Dec 03, 2024

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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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