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Virginia Sole-Smith

Bestselling author of Fat Talk and The Eating Instinct. She also writes the Burnt Toast newsletter and hosts the Burnt Toast Podcast.

Top 3 podcasts with Virginia Sole-Smith

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31 snips
Jan 10, 2024 • 1h 14min

How to Stop Obsessing Over Your Body and Eat Sanely in a Toxic Culture | Virginia Sole-Smith

Virginia Sole-Smith, bestselling author of Fat Talk and The Eating Instinct, discusses the toxic influence of diet culture on body image. She argues for a compassionate view of food and exercise, exploring the flawed connections between health and body size. Sole-Smith offers strategies for fostering healthier relationships with food and exercise while addressing the pressures children face in today’s society. She also highlights the overlooked struggles men encounter with body image and encourages a more inclusive dialogue around body acceptance.
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Jun 26, 2024 • 1h

Big Jeans Feelings

Virginia Sole-Smith discusses the emotional connection to jeans, linking production norms to anti-fatness. From comfort jeans to body image, the episode explores evolving trends and challenges of fitting jeans for diverse bodies, encouraging self-expression beyond beauty standards.
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Nov 22, 2024 • 31min

The Unquenchable Thirst

Virginia Sole Smith, a journalist and author of "Fat Talk," dives into the viral sensation of the Stanley Cup water bottle and its underlying societal messages. She discusses the surge of 'WaterTok' on TikTok, revealing how hydration trends reflect deeper connections to diet culture. The conversation also touches on the implications of the so-called 'adult sippy cup,' particularly its appeal among women, and critiques the pressures of consumer culture tied to body image and wellness.