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The Punk Art of Saying F-U to Diet Culture
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Length:
31 minutes
Released:
May 10, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Vishinna Turner tells Virgie about growing up fat, Black, and punk in Fresno, CA. Spoiler alert: it wasn’t easy! But Vishinna also shares how art and friendship saved her life and helped her on the path to self love.Topics include:Creme Brulee [01:58]Pressure to Fit In [04:37]Growing Up In Fresno [06:57]Finding Yourself with Punk Music [10:01]“Being Yourself at the Buffet” [14:54]Fat Representation [16:34]“Fat Girl Tears” [19:15]Being True to Yourself [27:05]Learn more about Vishinna’s band Fatty Cakes & the Puff Pastries and listen to their music at fattycakesband.com. And check out Vishinna’s other band Squid Ink! at squidinkband.bandcamp.com. Follow @virgietovar and @transmitterpods to stay up to date on all things Rebel Eaters Club. And make sure to visit rebeleatersclub.com to download your starter pack if you haven’t already!
Released:
May 10, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (33)
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