Fierce Fatty Podcast with Vinny Welsby

Vinny Welsby
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Join Vinny Welsby (they/them), TEDx speaker, psychotherapist in training, and certified Fierce Fatty as they teach you how to love your fat body without going on yet another ever again. 95-97% of diets fail, it's not your fault you've never succeeded at losing weight! Wear the damn bikini, rock that crop top, and embrace that curvy body. Break down limiting negative self-beliefs and root out the reasons why you think your plus-size body is not ok. Episodes topics include - anti-fat bias, diet culture, intuitive eating, how to be confident, dating while plus-size, health at every size, overcoming stigma and shame, and taking over the world one fatty at a time! www.FierceFatty.com www.WeightInclusiveConsulting.com

  1. Jun 23

    207: The History of Thin Supremacy - How Anti-Blackness Created Anti-Fatness

    Thanks to the work of Black scholars, including Dr. Sabrina Strings, we know that anti-fatness comes from anti-Blackness as well as other oppressive forces. But WHY were certain beliefs about Black bodies created? Who started the myths, and what were they saying? How do those stereotypes about fat Black bodies manifest today? We are going back thousands of years to see where all this nonsense started. Using a variety of sources, including, of course, the go-to book for talking about this Fear of the Black Body by Sabrina Strings, as well as Belly of the Beast by Da'Shaun L. Harrison, and concepts from bell hooks, Patricia Hill Collins, and more. TW: O words, anti-Blackness, slavery, sexism, brief mention of sexual assault, general white fuckery.  Episode show notes: http://www.fiercefatty.com/207 Support me on Ko-Fi and get the Size Diversity Resource Guide: https://ko-fi.com/fiercefatty/tiers FOLLOW: Website: http://fiercefatty.com/ Website for corporate training: http://weightinclusiveconsulting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fierce.fatty/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fiercefatty Facebook: fb.me/fiercefatty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fiercefatty LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnywelsby/ Other stuff and free stuff: linkin.bio/fiercefatty

    1h 39m

  2. May 12

    206: 49 Benefits of Being Fat

    We're constantly told that being fat is bad for us, that fat people are ticking time bombs and are pathetic, sad sacks. Is it true? Are fat people giant losers who are doomed to an "unhealthy," miserable existence? In this episode, we flip the script and explore the surprising advantages of fatness. From better disease outcomes to unique social benefits, mental health perks, and even survival advantages, I share 49 benefits of being fat you probably haven't considered. How many can you think of? TW: brief mention of O words. Episode show notes: http://www.fiercefatty.com/206 Support me on Ko-Fi and get the Size Diversity Resource Guide: https://ko-fi.com/fiercefatty/tiers FOLLOW: Website: http://fiercefatty.com/ Website for corporate training: http://weightinclusiveconsulting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fierce.fatty/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fiercefatty Facebook: fb.me/fiercefatty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fiercefatty LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnywelsby/ Other stuff and free stuff: linkin.bio/fiercefatty

    1h 9m

  3. Apr 14

    205: Stages of Fat Identity: Signs You're Thriving or Trapped

    Are you thriving in your fat identity, or still getting lured with the promises of diet culture (ahem, GLP-1s)? In this episode, I share the details on the stages of fat identity, from "ugh, why am I fat?" to "heck yes, I'm fabulous, unapologetically me!" Learn the signs that show you're rocking self-acceptance alongside the traps that might still be holding you back. If you've lived your whole life being told that fat is bad and dieting will be your salvation, then unlearning those messages can be hard. This episode will give you a roadmap to track your progress and celebrate your journey so far! Episode show notes: http://www.fiercefatty.com/205 Support me on Ko-Fi and get the Size Diversity Resource Guide: https://ko-fi.com/fiercefatty/tiers  FOLLOW: Website: http://fiercefatty.com/ Website for corporate training: http://weightinclusiveconsulting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fierce.fatty/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fiercefatty Facebook: fb.me/fiercefatty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fiercefatty LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnywelsby/ Other stuff and free stuff: linkin.bio/fiercefatty

    52 min

  4. Mar 31

    204: Part 2: NYT "Confessions of a Former Body Positivity Influencer": What It Gets Wrong

    In part 2 of this analysis of the NYT opinion video "Confessions of a Former Body Positivity Influencer," we look at the tension between individual weight loss choices and the political goals of fat liberation. We talk a`bout how formerly fat influencers sometimes become the loudest critics of fatness, and why it feels so painful for fans and followers of so-called "body positive" influencers who seemingly collude with systems of oppression and turn their backs on a marginalized community. Episode show notes: http://www.fiercefatty.com/204 Support me on Ko-Fi and get the Size Diversity Resource Guide: https://kofi.com/fiercefatty/tiers Baker, J. (2017). "LISA FRANK BOPO" AND WHY IT'S JUST NOT ENOUGH. http://www.themilitantbaker.com/2017/07/lisa-frank-bopo-and-why-its-just-not_11.html Breaking Down Patriarchy. (2026, January 16). What Exactly Is "Choice Feminism"? [Video recording]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EW2r0gFTmFo Confessions of a Former Body Positivity Influencer. (2026, February 16). [Video recording]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXrGrsvR3wo Ferguson, M. L. (2010). Choice Feminism and the Fear of Politics. Perspectives on Politics, 8(1), 247–253. https://doi.org/10.1017/S1537592709992830 https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/perspectives-on-politics/article/abs/choice-feminism-and-the-fear-of-politics/E6BD4B851D564D34312391F8F9692FCE Opinion | 'Choice feminism' ignores institutional issues, prevents change: https://dailyillini.com/opinions-stories/2023/01/29/opinion-choice-feminism-ignores-institutional-issues-prevents-change/

    24 min

  5. Mar 24

    203: NYT "Confessions of a Former Body Positivity Influencer": What It Gets Wrong

    A recent opinion video from The New York Times titled "Confessions of a Former Body Positivity Influencer" claims to expose the dangers of the body positivity movement. But does it actually represent what body positivity (and fat liberation) have historically stood for? Short answer: nope. In this episode, we watch the video in real time and break down the misinformation and subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways anti-fatness is repackaged as just "caring about your health." TW: anti-fat beliefs. Episode show notes: http://www.fiercefatty.com/203 Support me on Ko-Fi and get the Size Diversity Resource Guide: https://ko-fi.com/fiercefatty/tiers FOLLOW: Website: http://fiercefatty.com/ Website for corporate training: http://weightinclusiveconsulting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fierce.fatty/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fiercefatty Facebook: fb.me/fiercefatty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fiercefatty LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnywelsby/ Other stuff and free stuff: linkin.bio/fiercefatty

    50 min

  6. 2025-11-18

    202: Part 2: The Truth About Weight Loss Surgery: Does It Really Make You Thin and Healthy?

    Join us for part 2 of this deep dive into weight loss surgery! We talk about how much weight people lose, the mental health outcomes of people (big trigger warning there), surgery in kids, and informed consent. TW: Mention of su!c|de, depression, children, and surgery as well as general awful stuff fat people endure. Episode show notes: http://www.fiercefatty.com/202 Support me on Ko-Fi and get the Size Diversity Resource Guide: https://ko-fi.com/fiercefatty/tiers FOLLOW: Website: http://fiercefatty.com/ Website for corporate training: http://weightinclusiveconsulting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fierce.fatty/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fiercefatty Facebook: fb.me/fiercefatty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fiercefatty LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnywelsby/ Other stuff and free stuff: linkin.bio/fiercefatty

    1h 11m

  7. 2025-11-04

    201: The Truth About Weight Loss Surgery: Does It Really Make You Thin and Healthy? (Part 1)

    Does weight loss surgery make you thin and healthy? What percentage of people is it successful for? Are the side effects worth it, and what are they exactly? This episode is a deep dive into "bariatric" surgery AKA "weight loss" surgery AKA stomach amputation. TW: There are mentions of the types of surgeries, outcomes, and side effects as well as general awful stuff fat people endure. Episode show notes: http://www.fiercefatty.com/201 Support me on Ko-Fi and get the Size Diversity Resource Guide: https://ko-fi.com/fiercefatty/tiers FOLLOW: Website: http://fiercefatty.com/ Website for corporate training: http://weightinclusiveconsulting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fierce.fatty/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fiercefatty Facebook: fb.me/fiercefatty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fiercefatty LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnywelsby/ Other stuff and free stuff: linkin.bio/fiercefatty

    55 min

  8. 2025-08-13

    200: Ozempic/Wegovy (GLP 1s) - Where Are We Now? (Part 2)

    It's part 2 of the GLP 1 deep dive! In this episode, we are covering "food noise," the weird things that people are reporting happening to their bodies on GLP-1s, horrid stuff that's happening in the UK, lawsuits, safety planning for those taking the drugs, and whether taking GLPs goes against fat liberation. TW: for British anti-fatness, side effects, and mental health. Episode show notes: http://www.fiercefatty.com/200 Support me on Ko-Fi and get the Size Diversity Resource Guide: https://ko-fi.com/fiercefatty/tiers FOLLOW: Website: http://fiercefatty.com/ Website for corporate training: http://weightinclusiveconsulting.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fierce.fatty/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fiercefatty Facebook: fb.me/fiercefatty YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/fiercefatty LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnywelsby/ Other stuff and free stuff: linkin.bio/fiercefatty

    48 min
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Join Vinny Welsby (they/them), TEDx speaker, psychotherapist in training, and certified Fierce Fatty as they teach you how to love your fat body without going on yet another ever again. 95-97% of diets fail, it's not your fault you've never succeeded at losing weight! Wear the damn bikini, rock that crop top, and embrace that curvy body. Break down limiting negative self-beliefs and root out the reasons why you think your plus-size body is not ok. Episodes topics include - anti-fat bias, diet culture, intuitive eating, how to be confident, dating while plus-size, health at every size, overcoming stigma and shame, and taking over the world one fatty at a time! www.FierceFatty.com www.WeightInclusiveConsulting.com

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