Lindy West is Older and Wiser

About this episode

Ronald Young Jr. interviews Lindy West about the evolution of fat politics and cultural changes since her book's publication.

Host Ronald Young Jr. sits down for a live conversation with Lindy West, writer of the book Shrill Notes from a loud woman. (adapted to the hit show on Hulu) They discuss how the the world has changed in the 8 years since her book was published in 2016, and the state of fat politics today. Special thanks to Lindy West for speaking to us live for this episode. Check out the Text Me Back podcast and subscribe everywhere you listen. Support their Patreon here. Special Thanks to Steven Davy, Candice Springer, Jessica Coughlin, Ben Brock Johnson and all the staff at CitySpace and WBUR If you have a story about weight you’d like to share with us, send us an email at weight@ohitsbigron.com Follow Ronald Young Jr. on X , Threads , IG , and TikTok - @ohitsbigron In the market for a new mattress? Click this link and the Big Fig Bed Builder quiz for discounts on your next sleep system Credits Creator/Host - Ronald Young Jr. Story Editor - Sarah Dealy Sound Design and Mixing - The Reverend John Delore of Starlight Diner Show Art - Heather Wilder Episode Art - Andy J Pizza Theme music - Jey Red Additional music - Mass Potential, The Artist DT, the mysterious Breakmaster Cylinder You can find…

People in this episode

Host: Ronald Young Jr.

Guest: Lindy West

Topics covered

• fat politics
• body positivity
• cultural change
• media adaptation
• personal stories

Keywords

• Lindy West
• fat politics
• Shrill
• body positivity
• cultural change
• interview
• Ronald Young Jr.

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Hulu, Text Me Back, ohitsBigRon Studios, CitySpace, WBUR, Leaving the Theater

Books & works: Shrill Notes from a loud woman

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