Kate Manne discusses how fatphobia impacts the lives of fat-bodied people in various domains, including healthcare, education, and employment.
Manne explores the relationship between weight and health, and challenges pervasive societal biases.
She argues for a deeper understanding of systemic oppression against fat-bodied people, and considers how fat we should choose to be.
[00:00] Guest Introduction
[00:17] Case Study: Jen Curran's Misdiagnosis
[01:59] Defining Fatphobia
[02:56] The Straitjacket Metaphor
[04:20] Fatphobia in Education and Employment
[08:04] Fatphobia in Healthcare
[10:11] Intersectionality
[15:14] Historical Roots of Fatphobia
[18:54] Weight and Health: A Complex Relationship
[29:54] The Ineffectiveness of Diets
[35:44] Genetics and Weight
[49:09] Moral and Prudential Considerations
[01:04:45] Conclusion and Final Thoughts
