Best Jessica Kent Podcasts (2024)

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The Link Between Endocrine Disrupters in Plastic and Hormone Health with Maritza Worthington, Functional Hormone Practitioner 25:52

2d ago25:52

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In this episode, I discuss the impact of common chemicals in everyday plastics on hormone health, fertility, and pregnancy with Functional Hormone Practitioner, Maritza Worthington. She explains the toxins in plastics that are considered hormone disruptors, such as phthalates, BPA, and heavy metals. Our conversation emphasizes the importance of und…

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Eating Disorders, Food Addiction, Hyperpalatability, and Mental Health with Dr. Davis Wiss 51:46

2d ago51:46

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Dr. David Wiss joins the show to talk about his recent comment in the Journal of Eating Disorders, “Dismantling the myth of “all foods fit” in eating disorder treatment.” The two talk about eating disorders, ultra-processed foods, food addiction, and hyperpalatable foods. Dr. Wiss discusses his idea of a harm reduction meal plan, and shares how he …

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Where Were You When Gaza Was Starving? With Dietitians Maya Torres, Laila Shanaa and Malak Saddy 50:17

9d ago50:17

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Jessica is joined by Palestinian-American dietitian, Laila Shanaa, and Lebanese-American dietitians, Maya Torres and Malak Saddy to discuss the eating disorder field's (lack of) response to forced starvation in Gaza. They also discuss concerns about refeeding syndrome, the iaedp certification, their evolving views on the racial reckoning and though…

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Reducing Food Waste & Plastic: Sustainable Produce Storage with Vejibag Customer Experience Team Ann & Stacy 33:21

13d ago33:21

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In this episode of The Live Lightly Podcast, I discuss Vejibag, produce crisper bag sustainably made of 100% unbleached Organic Cotton French terry that keeps leafy greens fresh and crispy for up to two weeks without plastic. I am joined by Anne Wing, the Director of Communications, and Stacey Erickson, the Director of Operations who tell the story…

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Love on the Spectrum! with Jessica and Her Spouse 28:11

16d ago28:11

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Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 Jessica's spouse, Elisha, joins the show for a relationship quiz. Afterward Elisha shares how she started thinking about her autism and shares a device that she's found helpful in monitoring her overwhelm. Mentioned in the episode: Whoop Jessica's dad trying Liquid IV Email the show: makingitawkwardpod@gmail.com Follow Jessica on …

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Episode 37: I'm Back (Just Not on LinkedIn) 12:19

22d ago12:19

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Kent Beagle (author, thought leader, speaker, realtor) is back from a long hiatus and ready to get you to where he thinks you need to be - in the driver’s seat! Let’s get back on track and Kent back on LinkedIn. He needs those signatures in by Sept. 1. Follow Kent on social media: Instagram Twitter This is an Audio Wool Original, produced by Byron …

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Queerness, Christianity, & 50% Off Ozempic for Pride!? with Kent Thomas, MSW 46:51

23d ago46:51

46:51

50% off Ozempic for Pride!!! What?! Kent Thosmas, MSW joins Jessica to talk about this ad and her visit to the clinic offering the deal, and what this means for gay men. Kent shares how his Christianity played into his eating disorder and the two talk about queer men, and how religion, queerness, and health are connected. They also talk about the n…

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Simple Sustainable Household Swaps You Can Make Today: With ME Mother Earth Founder, Amanda Runkle 47:30

24d ago47:30

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Join me as I discuss reducing household plastic dependence with @me.motherearthbrand founder, Amanda Runkle. Amanda shares her journey of starting the business and the challenges of finding sustainable products. We discuss the issue of greenwashing and the importance of making small changes to reduce plastic waste. Amanda highlights some easy swaps…

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Salsa is a Vegetable!; Reclaiming Our Cultural Foods with Dalina Soto, RD 39:38

1M ago39:38

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Dietitian Dalina Soto of @your.latina.nutritionist joins Jessica to talk about getting spicy on TikTok when a dietitian decided to tell us that salsa isn’t a vegetable. The two talk about how so much of her work is correcting misinformation about cultural foods, and helping people to reclaim them. They chat about curves and a time she was told she …

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World Oceans Day: The Impact of Plasctics in the Ocean and How Individuals Can Shift the Tides with Earth Day Organization's Director of the End Plastic Initiatives, Aiden Charron 24:32

1M ago24:32

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Plastic pollution is a prevalent and alarming issue in the world's oceans, with over 8 million metric tons of plastic ending up in the oceans every year. While the problem may not be as visible in some countries, plastic pollution affects marine life and ecosystems globally. Microplastics, which are tiny particles of broken-down plastic, are partic…

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Tuzz! The Dietetics Field's Response to Forced Starvation is Trash; with Malak Saddy, RD 36:05

1M ago36:05

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Malak Saddy, RD, a Lebanese, Muslim dietitian joins Jessica for a conversation about forced starvation, and how their profession has responded. Malak shares how the personal and the professional cannot be separate and how she is bringing her experiences to her work and advocacy. You can find Malak You can find her on Instagram @malaksaddy or via em…

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NPR Told Us To Eat Like Peasants; Its Living Better Series was Good for Clicks and Giggles 32:52

1M ago32:52

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NPR launched its NPR’s Living Better series a year ago. It spent a year investigating health disparities with a goal of bringing us solutions and hope. The lead story was from journalist Allison Aubrey, the number 1 nutrition journalist in the country. Jessica shares what she learned from this series, and what that means for the public. Dr. Kevin H…

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Understanding Sustainable Beauty Products: Ingredients, Labeling, & Packaging with Elate Beauty Founder, Melodie Reynolds 44:48

1M ago44:48

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Melodie Reynolds, founder of Elate Beauty, shares her journey of starting a sustainable and ethical beauty brand. She fell into the beauty industry by accident but was drawn to the transformative power of makeup and the importance of creating an amazing customer experience. After becoming disillusioned with the industry's lack of sustainability and…

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Episode 108 El Esqueleto de la Senora Morales w/ Mikey Peralta Jr of Dread Central 2:02:45

2M ago2:02:45

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This week I'm joined in The Confessional by Mikey P, a creator who focuses on Latin American films with a social justice lens in the horror genre. He has a column at Dread Central titled Horror en Espanol and releases horror and Latin culture content on his TikTok. We delve into the darkly comic world of 1960's Mexican cinema with "El Esqueleto de …

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Tight Sphincters; on Being “Divisive” in the Eating Disorder Field with Dr. Deb Burgard 53:52

2M ago53:52

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Jessica is joined by Dr. Deb Burgard, a psychologist and one of the co-founders of the Health at Every Size approach. The two of them talk about Jessica's recent keynote presentation in which she discussed an ad for an eating disorder treatment center. She was not expecting the backlash she received. Deb and Jessica are often labeled as people who …

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Final Thoughts & Who is Anti-Diet for?; With Jaye Rochon and Cara Harbstreet, MS RD 55:39

2M ago55:39

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Jessica is joined by Cara Harbstreet, MS RD and Jaye Rochon to wrap up the series on the anti-diet dietitian article by the WaPo and Examination. Both Cara and Jaye were featured in the article and this episode they share their experiences with the anti-diet community and their thoughts on the article. Jessica wraps up the episode with her thoughts…

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Episode 107 Willard (1971) w/ Dr. Kent of the Vet Med for Idiots by Idiots Podcast 2:27:00

2M ago2:27:00

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This week in The Confessional we are joined by Dr. Kent, a real honest to Satan Veterinarian as we discuss 1971's Willard. Brace yourself for a swarm of shivers as we dissect this cult classic about a bullied young man named Willard and his unconventional army – rats. We'll discuss the twisted bond between Willard and his furry minions, all the whi…

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Rage Farming and Sh*tting on Women; with Clara Nosek 45:16

2M ago45:16

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Clara Nosek was the most creative critic of the article about anti-dietitians who made cereal ads, written by The Examination and the WaPo. She joins Jessica to talk about her concerns and the two try hard to figure out why the article was written in the first place. Join Clara's Substack Clara on tiktok 1st article from The Examination and WaPo Th…

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Episode 106 Maniac Cop w/ Danger Slater 53:42

2M ago53:42

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This week in The Confessional I'm joined by author Danger Slater as we discuss his book Starlet due out from Ghoulish Books in August 2024. We also discuss Maniac Cop from 1988. We have a KKKop killing innocent people, Tom Atkins, Bruce Campbell and Robert Z'Dar. Maniac Cop is basically Jason Voorhees in a cop uniform, but with more personality. Th…

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Neurodivergence, “Picky Eating” and ARFID with Naureen Hunani, RD 48:10

2M ago48:10

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Jessica talks with Naureen Hunani, the dietitian and creator behind RDs for neurodiversity. They get into what Naureen saw was missing in the dietetic and anti-diet spaces and Jessica asks her about ARFID and the social construct of picky eating. The two also share their critiques of intuitive eating from a neurodivergent and disability lens. You c…

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Anti-Diet Dietitians Made Cereal Ads, Then Things Got Awkward; with Sasha Chavkin 34:05

3M ago34:05

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Sasha Chavkin, of the Examination, joins Jessica to talk about an article he recently co-authored, As Obesity Rises, Big Food and Dietitians Push ‘Anti-diet’ Advice, in collaboration with the Washington Post. Shasha shares how the article came together and some additional information that he's gathered for this episode. This will be the first episo…

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What's in Your Drinking Water, and How to Save Money on Eco-friendly Water Filters For Travel and Home with Gopure Pod Founder, Kent Atherton 32:30

3M ago32:30

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Kent Atherton, founder and CEO of Go Pure Pod, shares the story behind the company and its innovative water purification technology. The Go Pure Pod is a small device that continuously purifies water, eliminating bacteria and contaminants. It is made from dental-grade polypropylene and has a long-lasting ceramic core that filters down to 0.22 micro…

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What You Need to Know About Your Cleaning Products: Harmful Chemicals and Plastic Packaging - And the Solution! 36:26

3M ago36:26

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Green Llama is a company that focuses on creating eco-friendly and sustainable cleaning products. Matt and Kay share the story of Green Llama and their journey to create environmentally friendly cleaning products with plastic-free packaging. They were inspired by their own desire to reduce plastic waste in their everyday lives and the need for non-…

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Plastic 101: What It's Made of and How it Impacts Both Your Health and the Health of the Planet With Earth Day Organization's Director of End Plastic Initiatives, Aiden Charron 35:23

3M ago35:23

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In this episode, Jessica interviews Aidan Charron, Director of Earth Day Organization's End Plastic Initiatives, about the impact of plastic on the planet and human health. Aidan shares his personal journey and explains that plastic is made from fossil fuels and contains harmful additive chemicals. He discusses the health effects of plastic, includ…

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Episode 105 The Lodger w/ Ryan C Bradley 2:10:33

3M ago2:10:33

2:10:33

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Ryan C. Bradley. Ryan is a musician, podcaster, and the author of the novella Saint's Blood and the forthcoming books Bad Connections: Horror Stories and Say Uncle. He hosts the Horror Anthology Anthology podcast on his Patreon and co-hosts Horror Hangover with Cass Clarke. Fog rolls in off the Thames ton…

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Pineapple Overthrow Butter Mochi and Hawaiian Tourism with Daphne K. Jenkins 35:38

3M ago35:38

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Jessica welcomes butter mochi queen, Daphne Jenkins, to the podcast to discuss her Hawaiian ancestral foods, how she got into baking butter mochi and the art of food. She talks about the history, beauty, friction and tension that she channels into her work. Jessica also asks about Hawaiian tourism and about how to visit Hawaii if we were going to d…

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Episode 104 Taste of Fear w/ Johnny Compton 2:44:41

3M ago2:44:41

2:44:41

Welcome, sinners, to another chilling confession in the Confessional. This week, I'm joined by Johnny Compton, author of The Spite House and the forthcoming Devils Kill Devils from Tor Nightfire. We delve into the shadowy world of psychological horror with Hammer Films' "Taste of Fear" (1961), also known as "Scream of Fear." Prepare to confess your…

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Ultra Processed Fridays and Southern Food; a dad and daughter chat 42:17

3M ago42:17

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Jessica talks ultra processed foods with her dad. The two started ultra processed Fridays in which Jessica makes her dad taste test a new food and the two discuss the idea that all UPFs are unhealthy. Today Jessica presents a “natural” beef jerky to her dad for testing. She talks to him about UPFs, what he ate growing up and it turns out that her d…

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Episode 103 Cat People (1982) w/ Paranormal Putas 2:13:57

3M ago2:13:57

2:13:57

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Paranomal Putas! We sink our teeth into Paul Schrader's stylish and suspenseful remake, Cat People! We'll be prowling the shadows with Nastassja Kinski as Irena, a woman haunted by a mysterious family curse. Is she turning into a feline fatale, or is something more sinister at play? Unravel the layers of …

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GLP-1s, Diabetes and How Whiteness Works 50:11

3M ago50:11

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Jessica talks to UK doctor Dr. Asher Larmie about his perspectives on Ozempic and weight loss, diabetes, whether prediabetes is a thing and how we should (and shouldn't) measure blood sugar. The two discuss the differences in the US and UK guidance for diabetes and prediabetes. Then, at Asher's invitation, Jessica asks him about his white saviorism…

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Episode 102 My Boyfriend's Back w/ Hilary Myers 2:15:33

4M ago2:15:33

2:15:33

This week in the Confessional I'm joined by Hilary Myers as we discuss the 1993 Zom-Rom-Com My Boyfriend's Back. Is it a horror movie? Is it a teen comedy? Is it a cautionary tale about the dangers of faking robberies to impress your crush? Who the fuck knows! But fear not, because love conquers all, even death! Except, maybe it doesn't. Join us as…

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Eating Disorders Don’t Discriminate? With Dr. Chukwuemeka Nwuba 39:44

4M ago39:44

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Dr. Chuks joins Jessica to talk about his new book, Eating Disorders Don't Discriminate. He edited the book with Bailey Spinn a TikTok and YouTube personality. Chuks and Jessica talk about how he got into the field and what made him write the book. Jessica nudges Chuks to talk about how Bailey was chosen to co-edit the book, but the two of them are…

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Episode 101 Alone in the Dark w/ RJ Joseph 2:20:56

4M ago2:20:56

2:20:56

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by RJ Joseph. RJ is an award winning, Stoker Award™ and Shirley Jackson Award nominated, Texas based academic and creative writer/professor/editor whose writing regularly focuses on the intersections of gender and race in the horror and romance genres and popular culture. We discuss 1982's "Alone in the Dark…

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Writing the Next Book And Not Settling in Love with Chrissy King 52:00

4M ago52:00

52:00

Chrissy King joins Jessica to talk about authorship and the patriarchal romanticization of relationships. Chrissy is the author of the Body Liberation Project; How Understanding Racism and Diet Culture Helps Cultivate Joy and Build Collective Freedom. The two get into what they wish they knew when writing their first books and Chrissy is able to co…

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Episode 100 They Live w/ Les Julien 2:03:49

4M ago2:03:49

2:03:49

Hello Sinners! We have reached a milestone, 100 EPISODES!!! I can't think of a better person to celebrate with than returning guest Les Julien. This week Les and I discuss John Carpenter's timeless Anti-Capitalist Horror Classic They Live. We also discuss Les's upcoming Kickstarter campain for the second issue of his comic book Savage Wizard. Join …

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Live, Laugh, Languish; Jessica Wrote a Book and Then it Got Awkward with Alison Pill 35:26

4M ago35:26

35:26

Jessica's book is fun, spicy, and a love letter to those around her. She felt really good about it but once it left her hands things started to get awkward. Alison reenacts one of the most awkward moments in publishing history and shares how she made another moment awkward. Jessica working on loving her book again and is glad folks are along for th…

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Episode 99 Slumber Party Massacre w/ Jessica McHugh 2:20:17

4M ago2:20:17

2:20:17

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Jessica McHugh. Jessica is a 3x Bram Stoker Award-nominated poet, a multi-genre novelist, & an internationally-produced playwright who spends her days surrounded by artistic inspiration at a Maryland tattoo shop. She’s had thirty books published in fifteen years, including her Elgin Award-nominated blacko…

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BMI Cutoffs for Gender Affirming Surgery; Kindness is Not Liberation with Isaac and Dr. Zo Amaro Jimenez 55:01

4M ago55:01

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Dr. Zo Amaro Jimenez and Isaac join Jessica to discuss her interview with surgeon Dr. Blair Peters about BMI cutoffs in gender affirming surgeries. Zo and Isaac provide their feedback, share their own experiences with gender care and their work in helping others access their own. Dr. Asher Larmie contributes a very powerful and personal video for t…

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Episode 98 The Devils w/ William R.A. Rush 3:51:59

4M ago3:51:59

3:51:59

*********************[TW: sexual assault, detailed]*************************** Content Warning: In the latest podcast episode, we discuss a movie that addresses sensitive topics, including sexual assault. We understand the gravity of these themes and recognize their potential to be triggering for some listeners. We encourage discretion and self-car…

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The Pivot: Food Heaven to Diabetes Digital with Wendy Lopez and Jessica Jones 58:00

5M ago58:00

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They’re back! Wendy and Jess, the duo behind Food Heaven fame pivoted to Diabetes Digital, an online platform for diabetes education and support. In this episode the two share how they decided to pivot, and how they chose diabetes. Jessica asks them about the questionable diagnosis of prediabetes, some patient consult questions and of course about …

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Episode 97 I Spit on Your Grave w/ Xxena Rush 2:19:52

5M ago2:19:52

2:19:52

*********************[TW: r*pe, detailed]*************************** Content Warning: In the latest podcast episode, we discuss a movie that addresses sensitive topics, including r*pe and sexual assault. We understand the gravity of these themes and recognize their potential to be triggering for some listeners. We encourage discretion and self-care…

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Why are there BMI cutoffs for Gender affirming surgery? With Dr. Blair Peters. 45:49

5M ago45:49

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Jessica is joined by Dr Blair Peters, a gender affirming surgeon to discuss why BMI cutoffs exist in common gender affirming surgeries including chest surgery, phalloplasty and vaginoplasty. Blair breaks down the different ways that body size impacts the surgery and the results. They talk about the structural barriers that exist when doing surgery …

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Episode 96 Anaconda w/ Jenny Kiefer of Butcher Cabin Books 2:24:21

5M ago2:24:21

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This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Jenny Kiefer. Jenny is a Kentucky native and an avid rock climber. Together with her mother, she is the owner and manager of Butcher Cabin Books, an all-horror bookstore in Louisville, Kentucky. This Wretched Valley is her debut novel. We also talk the creature feature 90's classic Anaconda. Jenny from th…

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Fat Liberation and Size Freedom Policies with Tigress Osborn 59:56

5M ago59:56

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Jessica talks to Tigress Osborn (she/her), a fat rights advocate and the Executive Director of the National Association to Advance Fat Acceptance, about fat liberation and fat joy. NAAFA has worked for over five decades to change perceptions of fat and to end size discrimination. In 2023, Tigress co-launched the Campaign for Size Freedom alongside …

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Episode 95 Les Diaboliques w/ Ayden Castellanos of Susto Podcast 2:25:45

5M ago2:25:45

2:25:45

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Ayden of Susto Podcast. Ayden was a blast to have on as we discussed the DRAMA and scandal of this b/w French classic from 1955. We also discuss Ayden's work over at Susto podcast. If you like spooky tales defintely go give it a listen. Join us in The Confessional! Follow Ayden and Susto Podcast here http…

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Food & Body Stuff in the Spotlight and Backstage with Stephanie Lexis and Libby Parker 39:18

5M ago39:18

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Give my regards to Broadway. Jessica is joined by Stephanie Lexis, founder of the Broadway Body Positivity Project and Libby Parker, The Broadway Dietitian, to talk about all things food and body in theater. They talk about casting, costuming, eating and get into IBS on stage. You can watch this episode on YouTube How to support this podcast? Follo…

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Episode 94 Bay of Blood w/ Gerardo Preciado 1:41:38

5M ago1:41:38

1:41:38

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by my good fiend and returning guest Gerardo Preciado (known professionally as Ancient Order of the Droids) composer of imaginary horror soundtracks and the director of Narco Shark, coming to streaming very soon. Gerardo and I discuss Mario Bava's extremely inluential camp fire Giallo, Bay of Blood. Join us …

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Litigation and Legacy; Part 2 With Dr. Whitney Trotter and Meghan Cichy, MPH, RDN 47:25

5M ago47:25

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Jessica chats with Dr. Whitney Trotter and Meghan Cichy, MPH RDN about her and Whitney’s interview with Steve Dunn in the first Litigation and Legacy episode. The three reflect on the interview and what it means for the field. They discuss iaedp’s certification and whether or not it should be preserved in the midst of all of this. You can see Megha…

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Episode 93 Safe (1995) w/ Kevin Martin 2:00:29

6M ago2:00:29

2:00:29

This week in The Confessional I'm joined by Kevin Martin, better known as videostoreKev. He is the owner of The Lobby DVD Shop, Actor in The Last Video Store Movie, co-founder Of Dedfest Film Festival and a drunken DJ. We talk about the in's and out's of owning the last video rental place in your city, growing up watching horror movies in the theat…

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