All or Something Podcast

If Fat Shaming Worked, Wouldn't It Have Worked By Now?

June 2, 2026·54 min
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Send us Fan Mail Fat shaming is often defended as "motivation," "accountability," or simply "telling the truth." But does it actually help people improve their health? Does fat shaming encourage people to exercise more, eat less food, and eventually have a healthy and happy life? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the research on weight stigma, fat shaming, and health outcomes. We discuss the difference between talking about health and humiliating people, the psychological effects of...

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