Heavy Conversation

We're taking a look at two brands that might not be on your radar: the new big & tall t-shirt launch from BRIC and JCPenney's Mutual Weave big & tall line.  - BRIC Website:  https://tidd.ly/3rOlSFd - Chubstr BRIC Review:  https://chubstr.com/style/bric-big-tall-sweaters-review/ - JCPenney Mutual Weave:  https://bit.ly/450BDY2 NEW PRODUCT FROM BEAR SKN:  h...

Summer is in full swing, and we're making the most of it. We talk about the show we're both loving, Portland's Pride Celebration, and Chubstr's $250 Johnny Bigg gift card giveaway.  Chubstr - Johnny Bigg 20% Off & $250 Gift Card Giveaway:  https://bit.ly/chubstr-johnny-bigg Beer: - Jody -Tropic Haze IPA, by Silver City Brewery, Silverdale, WA - Darcelle Blonde IPA, by Gigantic B...

We love when companies want to cater to plus size customers, but not when they don't put real thought into it. This week, we're talking about how companies get their extended size collections wrong and how to do it the right way.  Beer: Jody: Symphonic Chronic Double Dank IPA, by Deschutes Brewery, Bend, OR Bruce: F* Cancer IPA, by Silvermoon Brewing, Bend OR Heavy Convo Beer List:  http...

We're introducing the new podcast from Chubstr, called Life in Your Size. It's the audio version of Chubstr.com! Each week, you'll hear interviews with compelling plus size people, stories about living life in a bigger body, and you'll get tips to help you live your best life. This week, the guys talk about the first episode of Life in Your Size, featuring an interview with Jeff Jenkins, Travel Jo...

This week, we're talking about what to look for in a mattress for plus size people. There's a growing number of mattresses on the market, but which ones are the best. Let's discuss! Titan Mattress Review:  https://chubstr.com/resources/titan-mattress-review-by-big-guy/ Best Mattresses for Plus Size People:  https://chubstr.com/tag/plus-size-mattress/ Beer: Jody - Tropical Big Ballard Jui...

We're back from break with a list of the best big & tall shorts for summer. PLUS - Chubstr's Behind the Brand video series is back! This time, we head to Toronto to visit George Richards Big & Tall Menswear. Bear Skn Shorts:   https://www.bearskn.com/collections/shorts Best Big & Tall Shorts List:   https://chubstr.com/resources/best-big-tall-shorts-for-summer/ Behind th...

We're back after a week off to talk about Bruce's bout with laryngitis, shoes made with CBD, piano lessons, and a new app to help you get things done. The 8000 Kicks CBD Hemp Shoe: https://www.8000kicks.com/pages/cbd-hemp-shoes-signup Motion Productivity App: https://www.usemotion.com New Goodies Coming to Bear Skn Soon! https://bearskn.com Beer: We skipped the adult beverages due to sickness this...

H&M has expanded their men's and women's plus size offerings with a ton of clothing available in sizes to women's 4X and men's 3X. Here's what we love about it and what we want to see from the company in the future. Beer: Jody - Czech Style Pilsner, by Little Beast Brewing, Portland, OR Bruce - Day Off Ale, by Fall River Brewing Co, Redding, CA Heavy Convo Beer List: https://untappd.com/user/J...

This week, we're talking about getting back out there and doing activities we love now that the weather is getting warmer. We discuss the intimidation factor for bigger folks when going to the gym, or being active in public, and ways to deal with it. cock Drinks: Bruce - Big Swell, by Maui Brewing Co. | Jody - Cape Line Sparkling Cocktails

This week, we're talking about DXL's new brand positioning, "Wear What You Want." ALSO - Wide the Brand has introduced a line of Big & Tall Belts. We take a closer look. Join Us for Heavy Conversation Live on 3/30 at 9pm EDT/6pm PDT: https://www.facebook.com/events/1391437428271237 Jody's Beer: Czech Style Pilsner from Little Beast Brewing Bruce: Only water this week! Heavy Conversation Beer L...

Did you see actor Harvey Guillen's Oscars look? He was sporting Christian Siriano's first plus size menswear design made for the red carpet, and boy, was it a whopper. PLUS - Bruce recounts being attacked by a hawk and Chubstr's 12th anniversary! Beer: Jody - Holy Grail, by Black Sheep Brewery, North Yorkshire Bruce - LIFE Volume 1, by Breakside Brewery, Portland, OR Heavy Conversation Beer List:...

Roald Dahl's books are being updated to remove terms like "fat" in a new focus on inclusivity. Do changes like this make a difference? We discuss. PLUS - do hair thickening products really work? Bruce puts the new thickening shampoo and conditioner from hims to the test. Portland Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence: https://portlandsisters.org/donate/ Beers this week: Jody - Red MacGregor, from Orkney...

Terry Bradshaw fat shames Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Neal after his team's win at Super Bowl LVII. We watched the video and discuss. PLUS - here's how you can volunteer at the 2023 Full Figured Industry Awards - listen in! FFIAS Volunteer Info: https://www.instagram.com/thefullfiguredindustryawards/ Beers: Jody - Free Wave Hazy IPA by Athletic Brewing | Bruce - Dead Guy Ale, by Rogue Ales...

It's Valentine's Day and we're talking about the dating apps people want to get rid of, the best cities for this lover's holiday, and why you need to go to White Castle today. Listen in! valentine's - White Castle Valentine's Day: https://people.com/food/white-castle-valentines-day-fine-dining-service-back-reservations/ Beer - Jody - Dam Good Decade Turps IPA, Belching Beaver | Bruce - Newport Daz...

Have you heard about Joyful Inclusive Movement, aka JIM? It's a new fitness platform made for everybody, regardless of your skill or ability level. We take a closer look at the new platform and discuss. PLUS - Bruce tries WILDFANG's plus size coveralls for the first time. JIM: https://joyfulinclusivemovement.com Chubstr's JIM Review: https://chubstr.com/community/joyful-inclusive-movement-review/...

Jenny Bruso's Unlikely Hikers has teamed up with Merrell for a second size-inclusive hiking boot. We take a look and discuss. Love cheese? Want to get paid to eat it? A company wants your cheese-eating expertise. We talk about all this, Bruce's birthday, and more! Listen in. Unlikely Hikers x Merrell Boot: https://chubstr.com/go/featured-collections-unlikely-hikers-merrell/ Beer: Jody - Intentiona...

Want to be a big & tall model? Get in on The Bigger Picture Big & Tall model search. Plus, we share tips for aspiring models and Bruce talks about his latest modeling gig in Canada. Finally, we talk about Westport Big & Tall's scholarship for big & tall college students. The Bigger Picture Model Search: https://www.thebiggerpicture.live Westport Big & Tall Scholarship Applicati...

It’s a busy week! We’re making big & tall videos, modeling internationally, and talking about the stylish big guys at the Golden Globes. Listen in! Beers: Bruce; Free Wave IPA, Athletic Brewing Jody; Run Wild IPA, Athletic Brewing Read the Heavy Conversation Beer List: https://untappd.com/user/JodyKoenig/lists/362753

Are you in the middle of a dry January? You're in luck - there are a ton of non-alcoholic beers, spirits, and cocktails on the market. We share a few of our favorites. PLUS - we cut the top off our beer cans and drink from them (safely) with Draft Top. Beers: Jody: All Out Extra Dark, by Athletic Brewing Company Bruce: Kids These Daze, by Laurelwood Brewing Co. Check out Draft Top: https://draftto...

It's a new year and you need new looks! We're discussing a few big & tall brands to watch and wear in 2023. Bric - https://www.shopbric.com Wide the Brand - widethebrand.com One Bone - https://onebonebrand.com Fabletics - https://www.fabletics.com/collections/big-and-tall Flag & Anthem - https://www.flagandanthem.com/collections/big-tall Girlfriend Collective - https://girlfriend.com/colle...

We're taking a look back at 2022 and sharing highlights and things we've learned. PLUS - we discuss our goals for the coming year. Take a listen! Beer: Jody - Shoveling Rain, by Ruse Brewing / Block 15 Brewing Company Bruce - Celebration Fresh Hop IPA, by Sierra Nevada Brewing Company Check out the Heavy Conversation Beer List on Untappd: https://untappd.com/user/JodyKoenig/lists/362753

We held our very first live episode of Heavy Conversation! We answered listener questions, talked about our top beers of the year, and had a glorious winter beer tasting. You're gonna love this one. Happy holidays! Beers: Pray for Pow, by 10 Barrel Brewing, Even More Jesus, by Evil Twin Brewing, Winter Ritual Cold IPA by Hopworks Urban Brewery, Jrön Grünhopfensticke, by Uerige Obergärige Hausbraue...

Bruce and Jody share their favorite big & tall brands, movies, music, and TV shows of 2022. Listen in for all their recommendations Best of 2022 Playlist & More: https://chubstr.com/entertainment/best-of-2022 Beer: Jody - Black Butte Porter, by Deschutes Brewing Bruce - Fear Movie Lions, by Stone Brewing

Fast Company interviewed Bruce and Jody, Matty Matheson, and Zach Miko about the way mainstream brands overlook the big & tall industry, and how new brands are taking matters into their own hands. We chat about the article! PLUS - we announced our first Heavy Conversation Live Show - December 15th at 9PM Eastern/6PM Pacific. More details coming soon! Beer: Jody - Jubelale, by Deschutes Brewery...

We found all the best Black Friday big & tall deals so you don’t have to! Listen in as we choose our favorites and go shopping. Bear Skn Black Friday Deal: https://bearskn.com Chubstr Black Friday Deals Roundup: https://Chubstr.com/shop Beer: Jody - Horchata Yeti, Great Divide Brewing