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The Big Fat Gay Podcast
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Talking about issues that fat people and their admirers face in relationships, media, and society. Dan and Trevor (chaser/chub) bring expert opinions on the subjects while Don and Michael (chub/chaser) bring anecdotal experience and lots of questions. Two chubs, two chasers; two Millennials, two Gen-Xers; two experts, two laymen. A well-rounded bunch!
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(Rewind) Episode 81: FATTER
2w ago01:02:04Tap to summarizeThis week we’re revisiting our review of the spooky season cult classic Thinner. The boys talk about a NYT article on the limited value of exercise and a website promoting fat mutual aid. We also discuss our surprising reactions to Steven King’s Thinner. Happy Halloween!
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(Rewind) Episode 187: 'Big Boys' and Corey Sherman
3w ago01:18:17Tap to summarizeThis week we’re revisiting our interview with Corey Sherman. We talk about the plus-sized suitor on the Bachelorette, a junk-science study on how chili peppers make you fat, and Jannarie’s new song, “Never Been Small.” Then we talk to filmmaker Corey Sherman about his new feature, “Big Boys.”
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(Rewind) Episode 104: Live At BiggerVegas!
3w ago01:16:20Tap to summarizeThis week we’re revisiting our first LIVE episode at BiggerVegas. The boys discuss Will Poulter’s getting in shape for a Marvel movie, the escapades of a plus-sized travel blogger, and respond to audience questions and comments about chubs & chasers.
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Episode 255: Tragedy + Time = Tragomedy
Apr 2900:51:43Tap to summarizeThis week the boys talk about the closure of a neighborhood plus-size clothing store and a “survival guide” for online fat-phobic comments. Then we examine what we see as the rise in social isolation and apathy in the chub/chaser community.
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Episode 254: We All Clap for CPAP
Apr 2200:48:08Tap to summarizeThis week the boys discuss People’s interview with Wendy the Snapple Lady (from 90s ad fame) and Japan’s plus-size clothing culture in the wake of AI and GLP1s. Then we take a deep breath heading into the success and stigma of CPAP masks.
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Episode 253: And Now, Back to the Show
Apr 1500:37:35Tap to summarizeThe boys talk about Jack Black in lingerie and William Hornby’s rant against GLP-1s on Grindr. We also update the story of Trevor and the cleaning lady, and delve into stories of unexpected allies.
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Episode 252: Back, Evil Twink!
Apr 800:49:40Tap to summarizeWe talk this week about a fat hair stylist reacting to fat-shaming by Southwest Airlines and a fat fitness coach taking a stand against anti-fat bias. Then we tackle a recent incident when fat-shaming comes from inside the house.
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Episode 251: The 7th Annual Chubby Awards
Mar 2501:08:46Tap to summarizeIt’s the 7th Annual Chubby Awards! It’s time to roll out the red carpet for our picks for outstanding contributions in positivity and visibility for fat people and their admirers in 2025.
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Episode 250: The Bigger the FUPA…
Mar 1100:45:30Tap to summarizeThe boys talk about a Cass Elliot biopic in the works and an article that cautions GLP-1 drugs may lower libido. Then in honor of our 250th episode, the we revisit one of our oldest and most popular fold related topic.
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Episode 249: On Kyle Ridley
Feb 2500:59:09Tap to summarizeThis week the boys talk about the fat kid meme punching a pro-ICE supporter, and an Australian chef on a mission to help people enjoy their food without guilt. Then we interview Kyle Ridley, a gay TV producer who recently came out publicly as having an eating disorder.
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