Heavy Conversation

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Join Bruce Sturgell of Chubstr and co-host Jody Koenig for Heavy Conversation, a podcast that dives into topics that matter to the plus-size community. From finding clothes that actually fit to challenging stereotypes around body size, fitness, and lifestyle, Bruce and Jody bring humor, honesty, and real-world advice to every episode. It’s a candid, supportive space for anyone navigating life in a bigger body.

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8: Self Care At Any Size 17.07.2018 26:06

Self care isn't just for skinny people. We explain why you should be treating yourself, and talk about the things we do to relax, feel good and spoil ourselves every so often.

7: Where Do (These) Big Guys Shop for Plus Size Clothing? 10.07.2018 29:30

Bruce and Jody share where they shop for their own big & tall clothing, as well as a few tips that help them find exactly what they want in the sizes they need.

6: Fat Guy Stereotypes and How to Break Them 03.07.2018 26:52

When it comes to the mainstream, big guys can be the the villain, the slob or the funny fat guy. We take a closer look at why that is and talk about the roles we'd like to see plus size people taking.

5: Where Are All The Fat Superheroes? 26.06.2018 27:06

With the success of films like Avengers, Black Panther and Wonder Woman, will we start seeing plus size superheroes become better represented in mainstream media? Bruce and Jody geek out about a few of their favorites, and what they'd like to see in the future.

4: Dating While Fat 101 19.06.2018 20:41

Are there really different rules when it comes to plus size dating? We share a few tips to make navigating the dating world easier and we share some of our own dating stories while we're at it.

3: Your Men's Plus Size Clothing Primer 12.06.2018 30:18

Let's face it - finding clothes you actually want to wear in the sizes you need can be a pain. We're making it a little easier for you with some tips and tricks to help you get clothes in your style that fit.

1: Fat & Active 05.06.2018 26:07

There's this myth that if you're fat, you can't be active. In this episode of Heavy Conversation, we're proving that not only is this idea totally wrong, but that there are plus-size people out there doing great things. We'll introduce you to a few of our favorites.

2: Freshen Up Your Look 05.06.2018 27:16

It's easy to get into a rut when it comes to your look. This week we're giving you a few tips to help you change up your look, find the right fit and get on the road to figuring out your style.

0: Introduction 01.06.2018 3:26

Join Bruce from Chubstr and Jody from Bear Skn for a new podcast, Heavy Conversation with Bruce and Jody. The Heavy Conversation podcast discusses the issues many plus size people deal with every day. From finding clothes that fit, to dating, to the myth that fat people can’t be active – we’re taking on each topic and offering tips and solutions.