Embracing Body Positivity, Queerness, and Disability: A Conversation with Author Clarkisha Kent

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**WARNING: THIS EPISODE CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE AND MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR YOUNGER AUDIENCES. MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY!**
What happens when a woman fearlessly shares her journey of body positivity, queerness, and disability?

I had an enlightening and often-times hilarious conversation with Clarkisha Kent, Author of the critically acclaimed memoir "Fat On, Fat Off: A Big Bitch Manifesto. Clarkisha opens up about her experience of leaving her parent's house, her sudden vision deterioration, and the story behind her unique name. She also reveals the vulnerability and transparency of writing a memoir and how her book aims to shift societal narratives.
As we chat, Clarkisha and I delve into the pressing issues black women face, particularly queer and fat black women in the healthcare system. We explore how fatphobia and ableism are perpetuated by medical professionals and why it's vital to challenge this treatment proactively. In addition, we examine the complexities of introversion and extroversion and how these traits can evolve depending on our environment. Clarkisha shares personal insights about her personality growth and the challenges she encounters related to representation in the media.
My captivating conversation with Clarkisha doesn't end there – we also discuss the power of language, curse words, and the implications of faith and religion in our society. Clarkisha shares her thoughts on how churches often fail to provide meaningful support to communities in need and how her work aims to change this. Plus, we talk about the importance of having multiple perspectives in conversations and how you can connect with Carcicia to get her books and learn more about her work. Listen in and get inspired by the kandid and insightful Clarkisha Kent.

Clarkisha's Contact Info:
https://clarkishakent.com/
https://www.instagram.com/clarkishakent
https://www.twitter.com/IWriteAllDay_
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8oqk2NftBSSmWaDXDKFKFw
https://www.tiktok.com/@clarkishakent
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Chapters

1. Embracing Body Positivity, Queerness, and Disability: A Conversation with Author Clarkisha Kent (00:00:00)

2. Author Spotlight (00:00:30)

3. Challenging Healthcare Bias Against Black Women (00:16:51)

4. Black Women (00:25:08)

5. Colorism and Misunderstood Anger (00:37:00)

6. Curse Words and Faith in Institutions (00:48:56)

7. Appreciation and Future Collaboration (00:55:46)