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Jenny Slate: A Joke About Barre Class

Jan 8, 2026
Comedian and actress Jenny Slate dives into the absurdities of Hollywood expectations around women's bodies. She hilariously shares her fear of lengthy performances and her experience at a barre class, poking fun at the idea of 'targeting tiny muscles.' With comedic flair, she contrasts her sweaty struggles with a calm classmate, delivering laugh-out-loud moments. Tune in for a blend of personal anecdotes and sharp humor that showcases her unique comedic voice!
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INSIGHT

Conflicting Female Beauty Standards

  • Jenny Slate highlights a contradictory standard: be extremely thin yet still seem desirous of having babies.
  • This reveals the unrealistic, mixed messages women in Hollywood face about appearance and femininity.
ANECDOTE

Hollywood Body Pressure And Barre Class Story

  • Jenny Slate describes pressure on actresses to look thin and like Timothée Chalamet while still appearing fertile.
  • She shares a humorous personal story about struggling in barre classes and feeling outmatched by other women.
ANECDOTE

Barre Class Humiliation

  • Jenny Slate recounts attending barre classes where instructors claim to 'target the small muscles.'
  • She jokes about over-targeting and feeling like she 'smells like a full bison' compared to other women.
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