Vinny Welsby (they/them) is a fat activist and diversity, equity and inclusion leader. They are a world-leading expert on dismantling anti-fat bias and diet culture, a TEDx speaker, podcast host and best-selling author. Vinny is trans-non-binary and is dedicated to shifting how society views fat and queer bodies through education and compassion.

In this conversation, I sit down with Vinnie Welsby to chat about unlearning anti-fat bias. Vinnie shares their personal journey of discovering body positivity and challenging societal beauty standards. They discuss the impact of white supremacy and diet culture on body image and self-worth. Vinnie also addresses the challenges of advocating for oneself in healthcare settings and the importance of community and connection in promoting holistic well-being. The conversation emphasizes the need to redefine health and prioritize self-acceptance and presence over external validation.

We discuss:

• Unlearning anti-fat bias
• The impact of society and diet culture on body image and self-worth
• The challenges of advocating for oneself in healthcare settings for more inclusive and evidence-based care
• Setting boundaries and communicating needs
• Redefining health to prioritize holistic well-being, community, and self-acceptance
• Surrounding oneself with diverse body types and challenging societal norms can help shift perspectives and promote body positivity.

Vinny’s resource links:

Website: www.fiercefatty.com

Instagram: @fierce.fatty https://www.instagram.com/fierce.fatty/

TikTok: @fiercefatty

https://www.tiktok.com/@fiercefatty

Facebook: @fiercefatty

https://www.facebook.com/fiercefatty/

Twitter: @fiercefatty_

https://twitter.com/fiercefatty_

Pinterest: @fiercefatty_

https://www.pinterest.ca/fiercefatty_/

YouTube: @fiercefatty

https://www.youtube.com/fiercefatty

LinkedIn: @vinnywelsby

https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinnywelsby/

Email: fatty@fiercefatty.com

Let's connect:

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Reminder: This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not a replacement for therapy or individualized mental health or medical care.