<![CDATA[Woke & Witty: Beyond Barbie's Dreamhouse]]>https://sites.libsyn.com/549642Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 02 Nov 2026 16:32:41 GMTWed, 21 Jan 2026 19:55:59 GMT60LaRen Morton & Akanksha DasDive into issues of intersectional feminism with us twice a month. Season 1 is inspired by the power of cognitive dissonance showcased in Gerta Gerwig's Barbie. Like Barbieland, awaken to the sociopolitical realities of our patriarchal world, and dream with us beyond Barbie's dreamhouse.serialLaRen Morton & Akanksha Daswokeandwitty@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Beyond Barbie's Dreamhouse: Introducing Intersectional Feminist Barbie]]>Welcome to Woke & Witty! A bimonthly podcast co-hosted by Drs. Akanksha Das and LaRen Morton. In our inagural episode we are joined by with the production team, Drs. Shari Dade and Nancy Yanchus, who were a part of the original inspiration for this season's conversation on Beyond Barbie's Dreamhouse! We yap about our reactions to the Blockbuster hit, Barbie (yes, the one from two years ago 😅), introduce the concept of intersectionality, our favorite scenes and characters, and how it inspired us to do more!

Check out Dr. Shari Dade's podcast: 3 Psychs and a Mic!

 

We gratefully acknowledge, Kevin MacLeod's (incompetech.com) music, "Basic Implosion" featured in our intro!
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]]>https://f265c84b-9684-4a49-b6ec-c7a3d229cc19.libsyn.com/introducing-intersectional-feminist-barbie14696cf2-f2d9-4b2b-b383-aaee3147eaaeTue, 26 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT<p>Welcome to Woke &amp; Witty! A bimonthly podcast co-hosted by Drs. Akanksha Das and LaRen Morton. In our inagural episode we are joined by with the production team, Drs. <a href="https://www.drsharinicole.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Shari Dade</a> and Nancy Yanchus, who were a part of the original inspiration for this season's conversation on <em>Beyond Barbie's Dreamhouse</em>! We yap about our reactions to the Blockbuster hit, <em>Barbie</em> (yes, the one from two years ago 😅), introduce the concept of intersectionality, our favorite scenes and characters, and how it inspired us to do more!</p> <p>Check out Dr. Shari Dade's podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/3-psychs-and-a-mic/id1479419848" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">3 Psychs and a Mic</a>!</p> <p> </p> <p>We gratefully acknowledge, Kevin MacLeod's (incompetech.com) music, "Basic Implosion" featured in our intro!<br /> Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License<br /> <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p>no00:21:2511Beyond Barbie's Dreamhouse: Introducing Intersectional Feminist Barbiefull<![CDATA[Beyond Aging to Ageism]]>In this episode, we welcome Dr. Annika Goldman to explore ageism in society and how it is depicted in media, and Barbie. Dr. Goldman, a geropsychologist, shares her insights on the psychology of aging, highlighting the unique challenges and resilience factors among older adults. We delve into the cultural perceptions of aging, challenge stereotypes around ageism, and the importance of intergenerational relationships to celebrate the wisdom and experiences of older generations. We conclude with steps for listeners to move beyond aging to calling in ageism by attuning to issues of intersectionality in ageism and jon in community-based organizations that support older adults.

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Volunteer Opportunities

 

]]>https://f265c84b-9684-4a49-b6ec-c7a3d229cc19.libsyn.com/beyond-aging-to-ageismeeb765d1-ad6a-4763-9c8d-ba8cc9689e97Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 GMT<p><span>In this episode, we welcome Dr. Annika Goldman to explore ageism in society and how it is depicted in media, and Barbie. Dr. Goldman, a geropsychologist, shares her insights on the psychology of aging, highlighting the unique challenges and resilience factors among older adults. We delve into the cultural perceptions of aging, challenge stereotypes around ageism, and the importance of intergenerational relationships to celebrate the wisdom and experiences of older generations. We conclude with steps for listeners to move beyond aging to calling in ageism by attuning to issues of intersectionality in ageism and jon in community-based organizations that support older adults.</span></p> <p><span>Resources</span></p> <p><span>Media</span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/ashton_applewhite_let_s_end_ageism" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Let's End Ageism Ted Talk</a> by Ashton Applewhite</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span>WelcomeToHeidi on Tiktok/Instagram</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span>Books</span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><a href="https://thischairrocks.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">This Chair Rocks</a> by Ashton Applewhite</span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><a href="https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/15365042241229706" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Pushing Back On "Black Don't Crack" </a>by Alicia Smith-Tran</span></p> </li> <ul> <li> <p><span>On a culture that lauds a youthful appearance, the author reveals how racism, sexism, and ageism combine in ways that uniquely harm Black women as they seek professional respect in White spaces.</span></p> </li> </ul> <li> <p><span><a href="https://msmagazine.com/2023/08/22/barbie-midlife-crisis-older-women-aging/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Barbie and My Midlife Crisis</a> - Michele Meek</span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span>Research Resources</span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><a href="https://hrs.isr.umich.edu/about" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Health and Retirement Survey</a></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><a href="https://www.reframingaging.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Reframing Aging</a></span></p> </li> </ul> <p><span>Volunteer Opportunities</span></p> <ul> <li> <p><span><a href="https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Meals on Wheels</a></span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><a href="https://www.eldera.ai/about" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Eldera</a> - Virtual Intergenerational Mentorship Matching Program </span></p> </li> <li> <p><span><a href="https://penpalsforlife.com/get-involved" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Pen Pals for Life</a> - Intergenerational Pen Pal Program</span></p> </li> </ul> <p> </p>no00:38:5116Beyond Aging to Ageismfull<![CDATA[Beyond the Single Story: The Paradox of Heroes]]>In this episode of "Woke and Witty," co-hosts LaRen and Akanksha are joined by Dr. Drew McGee, a developmental psychologist, to explore the paradox of heroes and the danger of a single story. Together, they delve into the complexities of societal narratives, examining how stories shape perceptions of heroism and villainy in both media and real life. From the utopian world of Barbie to the nuanced tales of Wicked, the conversation challenges listeners to question who gets to tell the story and how these narratives impact our understanding of identity, power, and privilege. Join us for an engaging discussion that encourages reflection on the stories we consume and the voices we elevate.

Definitions:

  • Paradox of Heroes: Psychological dynamic where a group of people is framed as heroic, righteous or perpetually endangered - and therefore any criticism of them becomes morally suspect or even forbidden. By idealizing someone as a hero we unintentionally give them immunity from accountability while also trapping them in an impossible image of perfection. The paradox is that the more someone is elevated as hero the less space there is for honest critique - and the more harm can be overlooked, justified, or ignored in the name of protecting the hero narrative. 

  • Welfare Queen

  • Bystander Effect

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]]>https://f265c84b-9684-4a49-b6ec-c7a3d229cc19.libsyn.com/beyond-the-single-story-the-paradox-of-heroesc082416a-6b4d-40dc-bc69-7d7565dc14baTue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of "Woke and Witty," co-hosts LaRen and Akanksha are joined by Dr. Drew McGee, a developmental psychologist, to explore the paradox of heroes and the danger of a single story. Together, they delve into the complexities of societal narratives, examining how stories shape perceptions of heroism and villainy in both media and real life. From the utopian world of Barbie to the nuanced tales of Wicked, the conversation challenges listeners to question who gets to tell the story and how these narratives impact our understanding of identity, power, and privilege. Join us for an engaging discussion that encourages reflection on the stories we consume and the voices we elevate.</p> <p>Definitions:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Paradox of Heroes: Psychological dynamic where a group of people is framed as heroic, righteous or perpetually endangered - and therefore any criticism of them becomes morally suspect or even forbidden. By idealizing someone as a hero we unintentionally give them immunity from accountability while also trapping them in an impossible image of perfection. The paradox is that the more someone is elevated as hero the less space there is for honest critique - and the more harm can be overlooked, justified, or ignored in the name of protecting the hero narrative. </p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://www.ebsco.com/research-starters/law/welfare-queen-stereotype" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Welfare Queen</a></p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/bystander-effect" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Bystander Effect</a></p> </li> <ul> <li> <p><a href="https://www.apa.org/pi/health-equity/bystander-intervention" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Bystander Intervention Tip Sheet</a></p> </li> </ul> </ul> <p>Organizations:</p> <ul> <li> <p><a href="https://www.jewishvoiceforpeace.org/nobombs/?sourceid=1003452&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=21772873613&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAqXRb9pXVxkbsN4GbzFOzC2wH9vQY&amp;gclid=CjwKCAiA2svIBhB-EiwARWDPjt3LWN1gh47hTy-eaRTWHQ3pxg8Jl8R0Vj4pqs_zcbXzUAyTJLq7bxoCt0IQAvD_BwE#donate" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Jewish Voice for Peace</a></p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://surj.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Showing Up for Racial Justice (SURJ)</a></p> </li> </ul> <p>Media:</p> <ul> <li> <p><a href="https://www.ted.com/talks/chimamanda_ngozi_adichie_the_danger_of_a_single_story?language=en" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> TED Talk - Danger of a Single Story by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie </a></p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://www.npr.org/sections/codeswitch/2013/12/20/255819681/the-truth-behind-the-lies-of-the-original-welfare-queen" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> NPR - The Truth Behind the Lies of the Original Welfare Queen</a> </p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://kinema.com/films/no-other-land-0ojw1z" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">No Other Land</a></p> </li> </ul> <p>Books:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Decolonize Palestine - <a href="https://decolonizepalestine.com/reading-list/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Reading List </a></p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/37442.Wicked" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Wicked by Gregory Maguire</a></p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40121985-how-to-hide-an-empire" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> How to Hide an Empire by Daniel Immerwahr </a></p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://www.epi.org/publication/the-color-of-law-a-forgotten-history-of-how-our-government-segregated-america/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> The Color of Law by Richard Rothestien</a></p> </li> </ul> <p><strong> </strong></p>no00:36:2318Beyond the Single Story: The Paradox of Heroesfull<![CDATA[Beyond Whiteness: Why We Need Black Feminism]]>Co-hosts LaRen and Akanksha introduce Black Feminist theorists, internalized racism, colorism, and and invite reflection and action at the intersection of gendered racism and childhood development.

See below for more information on topics discussed in today's episode: 

Key Terms: 

  • Black Feminism: a movement that focuses on Black women's interconnected experiences of racism, sexism, and classism which causes their experiences, needs, and worldviews to be different from Black men and White women - from: The National Museum of African American History, "The Revolutionary Practice of Black Feminism" 
  • Intersectionality: the way in which multiple forms of inequality or oppression (such as racism, sexism, classism, ableism, heterosexism and more) can intersect and create unique different modes of discrimination or disadvantage
  • Colorism: a skin tone stratification system privileging lighter-skinned people of color with more proximity to European features over their darker-skinned people

Research

News/Media

Toys

We gratefully acknowledge, Kevin MacLeod's (incompetech.com) music, "Basic Implosion" featured in our intro!

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

]]>https://f265c84b-9684-4a49-b6ec-c7a3d229cc19.libsyn.com/beyond-whiteness-why-we-need-black-feminism21ba2ded-7fb0-47df-a068-7551bd182235Mon, 08 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT<p>Co-hosts LaRen and Akanksha introduce Black Feminist theorists, internalized racism, colorism, and and invite reflection and action at the intersection of gendered racism and childhood development.</p> <p>See below for more information on topics discussed in today's episode: </p> <p>Key Terms: </p> <ul> <li>Black Feminism: a movement that focuses on Black women's interconnected experiences of racism, sexism, and classism which causes their experiences, needs, and worldviews to be different from Black men and White women - from: The National Museum of African American History, "<a href="https://nmaahc.si.edu/explore/stories/revolutionary-practice-black-feminisms" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">The Revolutionary Practice of Black Feminism</a>" </li> <li><a href="https://chicagounbound.uchicago.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1052&amp;context=uclf" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Intersectionality:</a> the way in which multiple forms of inequality or oppression (such as racism, sexism, classism, ableism, heterosexism and more) can intersect and create unique different modes of discrimination or disadvantage</li> <li>Colorism: a skin tone stratification system privileging lighter-skinned people of color with more proximity to European features over their darker-skinned people</li> </ul> <p>Research</p> <ul> <li> <p>Sojourner Truth Project - The Truth of the Famous 'Ain't a Woman' Speech<br /> - <a href="https://www.thesojournertruthproject.com/the-readings" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.thesojournertruthproject.com/the-readings</a></p> </li> <li> <p>Doll Experiment - Maime and Kenneth Clark<br /> - <a href="https://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/psychologist-work-racial-identity-helped-overturn-school-segregation-180966934/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Smithsonian Magazine: How a Psychologist's Work on Race Identity Helped Overturn School Segregation in 1950s America</a><br /> - <a href="https://www.gordonparksfoundation.org/gordon-parks/photography-archive/doll-test-19472" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> The Gorden Parks Foundation - Doll Test, 1947</a></p> </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Colorism and Betrayal Trauma<br /> - <a href="https://www.ginasissoko.com/research-projects" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Gina Sissoko, Ph.D.</a><br /> - <a href="https://jmgomez.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Jennifer M. Gómez, Ph.D</a>. </li> </ul> <p>News/Media</p> <ul> <li>CBS segment on 'MGA Only Sell Bratz as a Four Pack' – <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wZ8M5oiMdL0" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">CBS Mornings Interview</a></li> <li>MGA vs. Mattel – <a href="https://deadline.com/2023/08/barbie-bratz-you-dont-own-me-tv-series-cbs-studios-1235530390/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> "You Don't Own Me" movie</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Itsg2V5PSkI" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Black Barbie | Netflix</a></li> </ul> <p>Toys</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://healthyrootsdolls.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Healthy Roots Doll</a></li> </ul> <p>We gratefully acknowledge, Kevin MacLeod's (incompetech.com) music, "Basic Implosion" featured in our intro!</p> <p>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License <a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a></p>no00:26:2712Beyond Whiteness: Why We Need Black Feminismfull<![CDATA[Beyond False Dichotomies in Femininity & Masculinity]]>Co-hosts are joined by Dr. Della V. Mosely, a healer, scholar-activist, and spacemaker who uses Black feminist approaches to facilitate holistic wellness for people of the global majority, particularly Black people and all queer and transgender People of Color. Our conversation explores nostalgia, the representation of Weird Barbie as a symbol of autonomy and queerness, Alan in relation to toxic masculinity, and the complexities of Hari Neff's character as one of the first characters to police Barbie's body. We conclude with steps for listeners to engage in awareness around gender norms and representation.

Find Dr. Della on Instagram @dvmosley, and learn more about their coaching services, wholewayves

 

We gratefully acknowledge, Kevin MacLeod's (incompetech.com) music, "Basic Implosion"!

Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

]]>https://f265c84b-9684-4a49-b6ec-c7a3d229cc19.libsyn.com/beyond-false-dichotomies-in-femininity-masculinity503c290a-38c7-494a-ba45-724d3fdd4b24Tue, 23 Sep 2025 04:00:00 GMT<p><span>Co-hosts are joined by <a href="https://wholewayves.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Dr. Della V. Mosely</a>, a healer, scholar-activist, and spacemaker who uses Black feminist approaches to facilitate holistic wellness for people of the global majority, particularly Black people and all queer and transgender People of Color. Our conversation explores nostalgia, the representation of Weird Barbie as a symbol of autonomy and queerness, Alan in relation to toxic masculinity, and the complexities of Hari Neff's character as one of the first characters to police Barbie's body. We conclude with steps for listeners to engage in awareness around gender norms and representation.</span></p> <p><span>Find Dr. Della on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dvmosley?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=MW9oNTdnNjg1aDZqeg%3D%3D" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">@dvmosley</a>, and learn more about their </span><span>coaching services, <a href="https://wholewayves.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">wholewayves</a></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span>We gratefully acknowledge, Kevin MacLeod's (incompetech.com) music, "Basic Implosion"!</span></p> <p><span>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License</span><br /> <span><a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a></span></p>no00:30:2913Beyond False Dichotomies in Femininity & Masculinityfull<![CDATA[Beyond Normalcy: The Power of Disability as Human Variation]]>Dr. Ann Fox, a professor of English specializing in dramatic literature and disabilities studies, joins co-hosts in this week's episode. Dr. Fox introduces the study of disability, and her work centering crip history and representation. We invite listeners to attune to the ableist undertones in Barbie, and explore possibilities to better center disability justice. 

Find Dr. Ann Fox on Instagram and Threads @crockpotrunner and @annmargaretfox.bsky.social on Bluesky.

Media Recommendations

]]>https://f265c84b-9684-4a49-b6ec-c7a3d229cc19.libsyn.com/beyond-normalcy-the-power-of-disability-as-human-variation094715ae-dfb2-4d07-85b1-0201d61c0264Tue, 21 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT<p><a href="https://www.davidson.edu/people/ann-fox" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Dr. Ann Fox</a>, a professor of English specializing in dramatic literature and disabilities studies, joins co-hosts in this week's episode. Dr. Fox introduces the study of disability, and her work centering crip history and representation. We invite listeners to attune to the ableist undertones in Barbie, and explore possibilities to better center disability justice. </p> <p>Find Dr. Ann Fox on Instagram and Threads @crockpotrunner and @annmargaretfox.bsky.social on Bluesky.</p> <p>Media Recommendations</p> <ul> <li> <p><a href="https://www.ididntseeyoutherefilm.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">I Didn't See You There</a> Film</p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Disability Visibility Project</a></p> </li> <ul> <li> <p><a href="https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com/book/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">Books</a> by Alice Wong</p> </li> </ul> <li> <p><a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/233271/enforcing-normalcy-by-lennard-j-davis/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Enforcing Normalcy</a> by Lennard Davis (Chapter 1) </p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/barbie-representation-fails-disabled-people-2023-8" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> 'Barbie' Celebrates Every Body, Except Disabled Ones</a> by Esme Mazzeo</p> </li> <li> <p><a href="https://tpickens.medium.com/disability-access-in-barbieland-holds-up-a-sober-mirror-to-our-world-8357da149308" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow"> Disability Access in Barbieland Holds Up a Sober Mirror to Our World</a> by Theri Pickens </p> </li> </ul>no00:39:1715Beyond Normalcy: The Power of Disability as Human Variationfull<![CDATA[Beyond Commodifying Feminism: Barbie Universe FOR SALE]]>Episode 7 features a discussion with Dr. Danielle Tapp, a behavioral neuroscientist, movie enthusiast, and a Woke and Witty proclaimed movie expert. Join us as we delve into feminism in capitalism. Pulling from Brooke Shepard' thesis entitled "Barbie is as much about fashion as she is about culture and empowerment" we discuss feminist narratives and postfeminist marketing strategies present in Barbie. We explore how the film juxtaposes humor with serious themes like mental health and consumerism and how the movie served to commodify feminism to sell the Barbie IP. As always, we end with thoughts on the broader implications of media consumption and encourage critical thinking about the art and messages presented in films.

]]>https://f265c84b-9684-4a49-b6ec-c7a3d229cc19.libsyn.com/beyond-commodifying-feminism-barbie-universe-for-sale874cb231-572a-426c-85db-c78df7ec2631Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT<p>Episode 7 features a discussion with Dr. Danielle Tapp, a behavioral neuroscientist, movie enthusiast, and a Woke and Witty proclaimed movie expert. Join us as we delve into feminism in capitalism. Pulling from Brooke Shepard' thesis entitled "Barbie is as much about fashion as she is about culture and empowerment" we discuss feminist narratives and postfeminist marketing strategies present in Barbie. We explore how the film juxtaposes humor with serious themes like mental health and consumerism and how the movie served to commodify feminism to sell the Barbie IP. As always, we end with thoughts on the broader implications of media consumption and encourage critical thinking about the art and messages presented in films.</p>no00:38:4817Beyond Commodifying Feminism: Barbie Universe FOR SALEfull<![CDATA[Beyond Too Thin or Too Fat: Contradictions in Gender Norms and Weight Stigma]]>Co-hosts discuss weight stigma with Broquelynn "B" Shepard, M.S. (she/her), a doctoral candidate in counseling psychology studying the experiences of fat and plus-sized Black women. Together, they explore the impact of societal expectations on body image, body neutrality versus body acceptance, and the impact of media representation, including the serious lack thereof in Barbie. The conversation also taps into topics related to the influence of caregivers in maintaining weight stigma, the role of fashion in shaping perceptions of body diversity, and the importance of creating spaces that embrace the wholeness of our bodies.   Find B on Instagram: @dearfatsista    

We gratefully acknowledge, Kevin MacLeod's (incompetech.com) music, "Basic Implosion" 
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

]]>https://f265c84b-9684-4a49-b6ec-c7a3d229cc19.libsyn.com/beyond-too-thin-or-too-fat-contradictions-in-gender-norms-and-weight-stigma8222d30d-bb41-4018-acef-dca43140630aTue, 07 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT<span>Co-hosts discuss weight stigma with Broquelynn "B" Shepard, M.S. (she/her), a doctoral candidate in counseling psychology studying the experiences of fat and plus-sized Black women. Together, they explore the impact of societal expectations on body image, body neutrality versus body acceptance, and the impact of media representation, including the serious lack thereof in Barbie. The conversation also taps into topics related to the influence of caregivers in maintaining weight stigma, the role of fashion in shaping perceptions of body diversity, and the importance of creating spaces that embrace the wholeness of our bodies.</span> <span> </span> <span>Find B on Instagram: @dearfatsista</span>     <p><span>We gratefully acknowledge, Kevin MacLeod's (incompetech.com) music, "Basic Implosion" <br /></span><span>Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License</span><br /> <span><a href="http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/</a></span></p> no00:32:3914Beyond Too Thin or Too Fat: Contradictions in Gender Norms and Weight Stigmafull