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Struggle Care138: BEST OF: A Hot Fat Guy Takes on Toxic Masculinity with Alex FrankelToday’s topic is exciting: toxic masculinity, which might be better termed “functional masculinity.” I’m joined by Alex Frankel, who grew up in San Francisco clearly understanding that the definition of hotness was dictated by beautiful people in popular magazines. During his entire childhood, he felt trapped in his fat body and hated how he looked. He finally realized that being hot was more than perfect abs and bulging biceps but more of an attitude. Alex is now a successful plus-size model, and he’s a body-acceptance advocate and role model for fat guys all around the world. He created...2025-04-1455 min![Filter [Tilos Rádió podcast]](https://tilos.hu/upload/episode-new/filter.jpg)
Filter [Tilos Rádió podcast]2024.09.20. - TracklistávalTracklista:01. Bicasso (Living Legends) - Dont Sleep (kezdődött: 00:01:14)02. Arslan - Boom Bap Interlude (kezdődött: 00:01:54)03. Stargard - What You Waitin' For (kezdődött: 00:02:34)04. Peter Brown - Dance With Me (kezdődött: 00:02:54)05. Sonova - I'll give them a motive (kezdődött: 00:07:14)06. Ralph MacDonald - Jam on the Groove (kezdődött: 00:12:14)07. Alex Kassian, Mad Professor - E2-E4 - Mad Professor's Qantas Crazy Remix (kezdődött: 00:15:14)08. Dream 2 Science - Breathe Deep (kezdődött: 00:29:58)09. Darren Roach - BB (kezdődött: 00:38:38)10. David Keaton - Gloria (kezdődöt...2024-09-212h 30
The Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast12: Unlocking Masculinity Through Therapy and ConfidenceIn Episode 12 of the Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast, titled "IT STARTED WITH THERAPY," host Alex Frankel dives deep into a powerful conversation with Donald, a recently divorced single dad who is also a late bloomer bisexual. This episode explores the intersection of masculinity, therapy, and confidence, shedding light on the emotional journey men often face when confronting societal expectations.
Donald shares his personal experiences of navigating a major life transition, including his divorce and the realization of his bisexuality. Together, they discuss how therapy has been a crucial tool in understanding and processing emotions, breaking free...2024-09-041h 11
Dare To Be Fearless with Alexa CurtisBeing Fat Isn't Always A Choice: Alex Frankel, CEO Of Hot Fay Guy ClubAlex grew up in the SF Bay Area where the definition of “hotness” was dictated by “beautiful” people in popular magazines and TV shows. His entire childhood, he felt trapped in his fat body and hated how he looked. That was until he realized what he had been taught his whole life was a lie. Hotness was more than perfect abs and bulging biceps, it was an attitude. And that he had! Alex is also a Professional Opera Singer, an industry that he thought would be accepting of his fat body. Boy was he wrong. When Alex began his...2024-08-211h 07Dare To Be Fearless with Alexa CurtisBeing Fat Isn't Always A Choice: Alex Frankel, CEO Of Hot Fay Guy ClubAlex grew up in the SF Bay Area where the definition of “hotness” was dictated by “beautiful” people in popular magazines and TV shows. His entire childhood, he felt trapped in his fat body and hated how he looked. That was until he realized what he had been taught his whole life was a lie. Hotness was more than perfect abs and bulging biceps, it was an attitude. And that he had! Alex is also a Professional Opera Singer, an industry that he thought would be accepting of his fat body. Boy was he wrong. When Alex began his...2024-08-211h 07The Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast11- BODY TYPE WITH MIKALA JAMISON11- BODY TYPE WITH MIKALA JAMISON. The Hot Fat Guy Club is honored to have writer Mikala Jamison on the Podcast this week.
Mikala Jamison is a professional editor and freelance writer who is also a curator of discourse about bodies and body image in the modern era: She publishes the bestselling Substack, Body Type, a two-time Substack Featured Publication, to offer essays and insights on those topics. As a result of her work in Body Type, Mikala is working on her first book; she is represented by Kayla Lightner at Ayesha Pande Literary.2024-08-081h 04The Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast10- WHOEVER GETS ON TOP FIRST, WINS. A catch up with Certified Hot Fat Guy Varun Jindal.10- WHOEVER GETS ON TOP FIRST, WINS. A catch up with Certified Hot Fat Guy Varun Jindal & our host Alex Frankel, CEO & Founder of the Hot Fat Guy Club.
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Varun's a NOLA-born, Texas-raised, Chi-town-bound marketer with a passion for fashion, film, and food. He shares his story and journey being a big boy to embracing looking like the warmest, sweetest bear who can tear up the dance floor. Varun opens up about navigating the dating world, how he's reached peak confidence only recently, and is now looking to...2024-07-2449 minThe Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast9: HOT FAT GUY CLUB SCIENTIFIC REVIEW- MEASURING MALE BODY IMAGEIn the 9th episode of the Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast, Alex is trying something new! This is the start of a weekly series where we'll read an academic research paper on Body Image, Masculinity, or psychology! So Exciting!
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This episode of the Hot Fat Guy Club podcast discusses a paper titled 'Measuring Male Body Image: A Review of the Current Methodology' by Guy Caffrey and J. Kevin Thompson. The paper explores the lack of attention given to male body image research and the importance of assessing muscularity...2024-07-2441 minThe Hot Fat Guy Club PodcastHIGH SCHOOL ON HARDMODE: A Hot Fat Guys Journey from Homeschool to Public High School.High School on Hardcore Mode. A Hot Fat Guys Journey from Homeschool to Public School: Josiah's Journey of Self-Acceptance and Resilience, with our host Alex Frankel
In the 8th episode of the Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast, Josiah shares his deeply personal and transformative journey from homeschooling to public high school. Discover how he navigated the challenging social landscape, utilizing the powerful 'fake it till you make it' strategy to build confidence and create a persona of resilience.
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Josiah opens up about his past struggles with body dysmorphia...2024-07-171h 08The Hot Fat Guy Club PodcastJACK BLACK AND JAMES GANDOLFINI: HOT FAT ACTORS AND SEX SYMBOLS, EPISODE 7This episode of the Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast is the fifth in our series of Hot Fat Chat member advice sessions. Where members of the Hot Fat Guy Club can sign up to be on the show and get dating, confidence, and life advice from our founder and CEO Alex Frankel. This weeks guest this week is yet another Hot Fat Guy named Alex.
Alex is a 22 year old actor living in Southern California dealing with the challenges and pressures faced by overweight actors in the entertainment industry. We talk about the push...2024-07-011h 00The Hot Fat Guy Club PodcastROLLING FACE AT THE APPLEBEE'S HFGC Pod Ep. 6This episode of the Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast is the fourth in our series of member advice sessions. Where members of the Hot Fat Guy Club can sign up to be on the show and get dating, confidence, and life advice from our founder and CEO Alex Frankel.
In this episode of the Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast, Ben shares a story about a complicated dating situation he had with a girl he met in college, involving another guy and a lot of miscommunication. We discuss the importance of communication and taking rejection in stride when it comes...2024-06-2049 minThe Hot Fat Guy Club PodcastMEASURE TWICE, CUT ONCE HFGC POD EP. 5This episode of the Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast is the third in our series of member advice sessions. Where members of the Hot Fat Guy Club can sign up to be on the show and get dating, confidence, and life advice from our founder and CEO Alex Frankel.
In this episode we discuss various topics including positive masculinity, woodworking, and the challenges of dating. Our guest shares his experience as a bigger guy in the dating world and feeling invisible in spaces that are supposed to be accepting.
Our conversation touches on the idea of self-esteem and the...2024-06-2055 minThe Hot Fat Guy Club PodcastBUILDING CONFIDENCE THROUGH RISK TAKING & AUTHENTICITY HFGC POD EP. 4This episode of the Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast is the second in our series of member advice sessions. Where members of the Hot Fat Guy Club can sign up to be on the show and get dating, confidence, and life advice from our founder and CEO Alex Frankel.
In this episode our guest Alex discusses his recent divorce and the challenges he faces in navigating the dating world again. He opens up about his depression and the impact it had on his relationship. Alex also shares his experience of seeking help and the importance of having a support...2024-06-1250 minThe Hot Fat Guy Club PodcastHOT FAT GUY CLUB PODCAST EPISODE 3: HOT FAT CHAT 1, DATING AS A GAY MAN IN MIDDLE AMERICAThis episode of the Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast explores the challenges of body image, dating, and self-confidence within the gay community. It's our very first Hot Fat Chat, where members of the Hot Fat Guy Club can sign up to be on the show and get dating, confidence, and life advice from our founder and CEO Alex Frankel.
In the first Hot Fat Chat we explore the impact of societal standards, media representation, and personal experiences on individuals' perceptions of themselves and their worth. The discussion highlights the complexities of body diversity, fatphobia, and the pursuit of true...2024-06-1154 minThe Hot Fat Guy Club PodcastHOT FAT GUY CLUB PODCAST EPISODE 2: TEVIN EVANSIn this conversation, Tevin Evans and Alex Frankel from the Hot Fat Guy Club discusses his experience on a YouTube show called Fit vs Fat, where he was featured alongside Myron from the Fresh and Fit podcast. Tevin shares his frustration with Myron's disrespectful and inflammatory comments about fat people and his belief that being fat is unacceptable. Tevin also opens up about his own experiences with eating disorders and the pressure to fit a certain mold. Throughout the conversation, Alex Frankel provides support and highlights the importance of body positivity and self-acceptance.
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Myron from the Fresh and...2024-06-1148 minThe Hot Fat Guy Club PodcastHot Fat Guy Club with Erik CavanaughIn this episode, Hot Fat Guy Club CEO and Founder Alex Frankel interviews EriK Cavanaugh, a dancer and model, about his experiences as a hot fat guy in the dance industry.
They discuss Eric's dance career, the impact of fatphobia on his childhood, and the challenges he faces in the fashion industry as a plus-size man.
They also touch on the promotion of heroin chic and weight loss drugs, and the importance of self-love regardless of body size. In this conversation, EriK Cavanaugh discusses his journey of self-acceptance and the impact of external validation on...2024-03-0847 minStruggle Care71: A Hot Fat Guy Takes on Toxic Masculinity with Alex FrankelToday’s topic is exciting: toxic masculinity, which might be better termed “functional masculinity.” I’m joined by Alex Frankel, who grew up in San Francisco clearly understanding that the definition of hotness was dictated by beautiful people in popular magazines. During his entire childhood, he felt trapped in his fat body and hated how he looked. He finally realized that being hot was more than perfect abs and bulging biceps but more of an attitude. Alex is now a successful plus-size model, and he’s a body-acceptance advocate and role model for fat guys all around the world. He created...2024-01-0852 min
A Fresh StoryAlex Frankel & The Hot Fat Guy ClubA Fresh Story, season 2, episode 18
Model, entrepreneur, and opera singer, Alex Frankel grew up in San Francisco, where the definition of “hotness” was dictated by “beautiful” people in popular magazines and TV shows. His entire childhood, he felt trapped in his fat body and hated how he looked. That was until he realized what he had been taught his whole life was a lie. Hotness was more than perfect abs and bulging biceps, it was an attitude. And that he had!
Fast forward, and now Alex is a successful plus-size model with Wilhelmina, and a body acce...2023-05-281h 19
Swipe FatTHE ONE WITH ALEX FRANKELThis week we're joined by Alex Frankel (@alexfrankelthelionhaird) AKA the CEO of the Hot Fat Guy Club to learn more about what it's like to date as a fat man and why he thinks they're less willing to date plus size women.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy2022-10-071h 07
Motoring Podcast - News ShowI'm Poo Pooing Lots Tonight - 21 April 2020FOLLOW UP: VW SETTLE MOST CLASS-ACTION CLAIMSVolkswagen has confirmed that it has settled with 200,000 of the 260,000 that are claiming damages due to the #Dieselgate scandal. They have been granted an extension to reach an agreement with the remaining. VW remains adamant that there is no legal basis for consumer’s claims. To read more, click the Automotive News Europe article here.CAR BANNING POWERS HANDED TO COUNCILSIn a bid to allow key workers to safely travel by foot or on a bicycle, councils have been handed powers to ban cars from ro...2020-04-2246 min
The DJ Top 30 CountdownThe DJ Top 108 of 2019The DJ Top 108 of 2019 108 Chainsmokers & Bebe Rexha – Call you mine107 DAZZ – Outta Control106 Calvin Harris, Rag N Bone Man - Giant105 Sick Individuals ft Nevve - Symphony104 Mesto - Leyla103 Cheat Codes ft Kaskade – Be the one102 Au/Ra - Assassin101 DVBBS – Somebody like you100 Daya - Insomnia099 Kygo ft Sandro Cavazza – Happy now098 Deepend ft Hanne Mjoen – One thing left to do097 Armin van Buuren x Lucas & Steve feat. Josh Cumbee - Don't Give Up On Me096 Bakermat - Learn to Lose095 Gareth Emery & Ashley Wallbridge ft PollyAnne - Lionheart094 Firebeatz vs Sch...2020-01-0100 min