A Bit Fruity with Matt Bernstein

Listeners share poignant stories of love and personal loss during the AIDS crisis, shedding light on the emotional struggles faced by the LGBTQ+ community. The podcast dives deep into societal stigma, revealing the tremendous impact on families and friendships. Heartfelt memories intertwine with reflections on resilience and self-discovery, showcasing the enduring strength of connection. As the narrative unfolds, it honors the lives lost while emphasizing the importance of remembrance and community in the face of adversity.

Aubrey Gordon discusses the societal impact of Ozempic on body image, diet culture, and eating disorders. They explore the celebrity discourse, weight loss maintenance, and body shaming within the context of weight loss drugs and public figures like Oprah and Khloe Kardashian.

How does a white gay guy from England go from “trans-Korean” troll to a member of the conservative media establishment? It’s easier than you think! Today, Taylor Lorenz helps us unpack the anatomy of the right wing grift — because if all else fails, just become a Fox News star.Support me on Patreon!Huge thanks to the sponsors of today’s show! For a more sustainable, chicer clean, try Blueland. To uncover and cancel the unwanted expenses you’ve forgotten about, try Rocket Money. Find more of A Bit Fruity.Find more of Matt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Broey Deschanel discusses the unstable foundation of Amy Schumer's feminist comedy brand. Topics include Amy's impact, controversies, white feminism, Martin Luther King's legacy, media portrayal, and the critique of white feminism in media.

Until a month ago, college students in America were dweeby snowflake liberals, too socially anxious to notify the waiter of an incorrect order. Now, they’re (allegedly) well-connected, well-funded terrorists. Who are the students protesting for Palestine, what do they want, and why is the media obsessed with misrepresenting them?Support me on Patreon! Thanks to Blueland for sponsoring the show. For 15% off a better way to clean, head to www.blueland.com/fruity.Find more of A Bit Fruity. Find more of Matt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Autistic nonbinary TikTokers. Loud, flamboyant gay men. The twink who filmed himself having sex in the Senate hearing room. Are gay rights being eroded across the country because some of us are… annoying? It’s tempting to think so, but it isn’t true. Sadly, we can never Blaire White-ify or Pete Buttigieg-ify ourselves to freedom.Support me on Patreon! Find more of Devon’s work. Find more of A Bit Fruity. Find more of Matt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new docu-series “Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV” is shedding light on the abuse that early-2000s child stars faced behind the scenes of our favorite Nickelodeon shows. The doc focuses especially on Drake Bell (of “Drake & Josh” fame), but leaves out half the story. Is a program that claims to be raising awareness about abuse ultimately just perpetuating it?Support me on Patreon! Huge thanks to Blueland for sponsoring today’s show. Get 15% off a cuter, more sustainable way to clean at www.blueland.com/fruityFind more of Kat. Find more of A Bit Fruity. Find more of Matt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

ContraPoints and Matt Bernstein discuss J.K. Rowling's controversial transphobic statements, online conflicts, language's role in transphobia, and the link between transphobia and right-wing ideologies. They critique Rowling's harmful claims and delve into the importance of inclusivity and feminism in gender identity debates.

In 2018, I called “Love, Simon” a “gay movie made by a straight woman for straight people.” Today, I tell you why I was wrong.Support me on Patreon! Huge thanks to Blueland for sponsoring today’s show. Get 15% off a cuter, more sustainable way to clean at www.blueland.com/fruityFind more of Becky. Find more of A Bit Fruity. Find more of Matt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A rant.Support me on Patreon! Learn more about Trans Lifeline. Big thanks to Rocket Money for sponsoring today’s show. Save more and get your life together at www.rocketmoney.com/fruity.Find more of A Bit Fruity. Find more of Matt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices