Dig: A History Podcast

The History of Fat: The Complex Attitudes Toward Fatness in the Pre-Modern West

Sep 4, 2023
Explore the complex history of fatness in the pre-modern West and challenge common narratives. Discover contrasting views in ancient Greece and Rome where fatness was considered disgraceful. Delve into the Renaissance depiction of women's bodies in art and the connection between fatness and intemperate behavior in the pre-modern West. Learn about the host's social media handles, educator resources, and discussions on topics such as women's bosoms and fatness in soldiers. Find out about the ad for flu vaccines at Baker's pharmacy.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
The Complex Attitudes Toward Fatness in the Pre-Modern West
01:57 • 4min
3
Attitudes towards Fatness in Ancient Greece and Rome
05:50 • 20min
4
The Renaissance Perspective on Women's Body in Art
25:28 • 2min
5
Attitudes Towards Fatness in the Pre-Modern West
27:05 • 3min
6
Social Media, Educator Resources, and Discussion on Fatness and Flu Vaccines
30:23 • 3min