May Friedman

May Friedman, a Professor of Social Work at Toronto Metropolitan University, dives into the fascinating realm of Fat Studies, outlining its impact on societal perceptions of body image. She unpacks myths surrounding fatness as a site of oppression and challenges the idea that being fat is a choice. The discussion spans the intersections of race, gender, and health, while celebrating fat activism as a powerful form of resistance. Friedman also emphasizes the need for compassionate dialogue and positive representations of fat lives in media and society.