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Chubby Behemoth
Not All Gundams And Baguettes

Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 62:21


SPONSORS: FACTOR - Get 50% off plus free shipping on your first Factor box. Use code CHUBBY50OFF at https://www.factormeals.com/CHUBBY50OFF   VIIA - If you're 21+, try VIIA! For 15% off AND a free gift with your first order use code CHUBBY at https://viia.co/CHUBBY   BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth   This week Nathan and Pat are comfy in a bed in Casper, Wyoming. Nathan remembers saying goodbye to Dikembe Mutombo, needed to see Arnold with a coffin on his shoulder, and tells Pat why he “loves” Megachurches. Pat wanted a moral victory for the Nugs, has the Terminator 2 song stuck in his head, and wants to go to a church with a Coke Freestyle Machine. I thought the news was PG.   Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   Mutiny Coffee: mutinyonmainstreet@gmail.com

Chubby Behemoth
Down Time Or Clown Time

Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 66:02


SPONSORS: HIMS - Start your free online Hims visit today at https://www.hims.com/CHUBBY   Hall Of Fame - Get a 7-Day Free Trial + 50% Off your first month of Hall of Fame with code CHUBBY. Just download the HOF app on iOS or Android, enter code CHUBBY and you're all set.   BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth   This week the boys are back together in London! Sam had three different suspects for the Markley effect, found out about Dud-man's new place fantasy, and did research with his pal Joe. Nathan had a Christmastime fever dream, was hoping the intermission was the end, and took a candy nap.   Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   Mutiny Coffee: mutinyonmainstreet@gmail.com

Chubs Gone Wild!
ChubsGW591: Chubby In The USA

Chubs Gone Wild!

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025


Intro; Holidays, Birthdays, Feedbag, Chub Hugs, Celebrity Headlines, What’s In Your Lunchbox?, Hey Chubs, Advice; TV and Movie Reviews, and lots of chub talk! Check out our sponsor! Golden Rule Services chubsgonewild@gmail.com Listener Line: 408-69-CHUBS Subscribe in iTunes! Right Click … Continue reading →

The Chubby Bartenders
Lane Wright #199 (Chubby Guys Podcast)

The Chubby Bartenders

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2025 54:07


Chubby Guys Podcast Ep. 199 – Lane Wright | Changing Lives Through CannabisIn this episode of the Chubby Guys Podcast, we sit down with Lane Wright—a passionate entrepreneur in the cannabis industry who believes it's more than just a business—it's his calling. Lane opens up about his journey, the impact cannabis has had on his life and others, and how he's working to change lives through education, advocacy, and heart.Whether you're curious about cannabis, interested in entrepreneurship, or just love a good story, this hour-long conversation will give you a fresh perspective on an industry that's rapidly evolving.

Somebody's Watching
Episode 17: Madeleine Sims-Fewer & Dusty Mancinelli (VIOLATION, HONEY BUNCH)

Somebody's Watching

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 57:38


Madeleine Sims-Fewer & Dusty Mancinelli are a Toronto-based filmmaking duo who premiered their second feature HONEY BUNCH, an unconventional thriller set in a 70s medical clinic, at the Berlinale earlier this year. They're an exciting, genre-defying voice in contemporary cinema and it was great to get them on the podcast. We spoke about what it's like working as a duo, making the anti-revenge film VIOLATION, accessibility in film, and much more. Show Notes:Madeleine & Dusty's website Slap Happy (2017)Woman in Stall (2018)Chubby (2019)Violation (2020)Honey Bunch (2025)Her Friend Adam (2016)Great dm interview with Alexandra Heller-Nicholas Describe VideoHeavenly Creatures (1994)Don't Look Now (1973)Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless Mind (2004)Possession (1981)Phantom Thread (2017)Babygirl (2024)Brussels International Film FestivalFollow Somebody's Watching here:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: @somebodyspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: @somebodyswatchingpod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email: somebodywatchingpod@gmail.com

Chubby Behemoth
Eternally Bricked

Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 61:00


SPONSORS: ExpressVPN - Support the show and protect your online privacy with ExpressVPN. Head to https://www.expressvpn.com/CHUBBY   Turtle Beach - Level up your game and get 10% off @TurtleBeach with code CHUBBY at https://www.turtlebeach.com/CHUBBY   BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth   This week Sam is waiting until people speak English to get a haircut. Nathan tells the boys about an article he found, discovers a drawing of a naked lady that's got em in the church, and threw the Love Guru on the other day. Sam wants to shave off some shoulder meat, breaks some sad news to Nathan, and would like to swallow a turtle egg. Made him eat the whole thing.   Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   Mutiny Coffee: mutinyonmainstreet@gmail.com

The Show
CHUBBY!

The Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 76:55


Some tips from your favorite booze bags. How dare The Fair snub Chubby Checker. High Strangeness takes us to Siberia. Dude breaks out of jail when he only had two days left on his sentence. Plus, so much more on a Tuesdee!

The Chubby Bartenders
Alex Arrington #198 Chubby Guys Podcast

The Chubby Bartenders

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 92:27


Podcast #198 | Dr. Alex Arrington: From the Opioid Crisis to Holistic HealingIn this eye-opening episode, we're joined by Dr. Alex Arrington, a doctor of naturopathic medicine and founder of Moon Ridge Medicine, to talk about something close to home — how the opioid epidemic in Southern Ohio shaped his journey toward holistic healing.We dig into the hard truths, alternative approaches to wellness, and how Dr. Arrington is helping people take back control of their health — mind, body, and spirit.Special guest co-host: the one and only Matt Jenkins joins us at the table!This is more than just a podcast — it's a conversation that could change how you think about medicine, healing, and what it means to really care for people.Hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE, and tap the bell so you don't miss more real, raw, and powerful conversations like this.#ChubbyGuysPodcast #Podcast198 #AlexArrington #MoonRidgeMedicine #NaturopathicMedicine #SouthernOhio #OpioidCrisis #HolisticHealingSUBSCRIBE now and join the family→ [insert channel link]Follow us:InstagramTikTokFacebook: Chubby Guys PodcastThanks for watching — stay healthy, stay grateful, and hug your people.

VOC Nation Radio Network
IN THE ROOM with Chubby Dudley (Bay Ragni)

VOC Nation Radio Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 106:17


Live, Tuesday nights at 7:30PM ET on vocnation.com, it's IN THE ROOM! ITR features topics introduced by the panel, your calls, PWI's Brady Hicks, and WCW's Maestro. This week we welcome ECW/TWA alum Bay "Chubby Dudley" Ragni on to discuss TWA One and Done, plus Rassle Con, both at the former ECW Arena. For tickets and information, visit 2300arena.com. Plus, wrestling news, Vince McMahon, Becky Lynch, your calls, and more. Visit http://vocnation.com. Full Video Episode Available for only $3/mo at www.vocnation.com! Subscribers also get commercial free audio and video of Wrestling with History featuring Bill Apter and Ken Resnick, In the Room featuring PWI's Brady Hicks and former WCW Star the Maestro, No BS with The Bull Manny Fernandez, and more! VOC Nation takes you behind the scenes of your favorite moments in pro wrestling history. Notable show hosts include legendary pro wrestling journalist Bill Apter, former WWE/TNA star Shelly Martinez, former WWE and AWA broadcaster Ken Resnick, former WCW performer The Maestro, former TNA Impact talent Wes Brisco, Pro Wrestling Illustrated's Brady Hicks, independent pro wrestling and Fireball Run star Sassy Stephie, and more! Since 2010, VOC Nation has brought listeners into the minds of the biggest stars in pro wrestling and entertainment. Subscribe to the podcasts for free on most major directories, and visit http://vocnation.com for live programming. Subscribe to premium - only $3/mo - for commercial full commercial free audio and video episodes. Exclusive access to 50 years of Bill Apter's interview archives is available for a nominal charge. Learn more about your ad choices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Elvis Duran Presents: The 15 Minute Morning Show
Have You Encountered Chubby Checkers?

Elvis Duran Presents: The 15 Minute Morning Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 10:43 Transcription Available


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The Chubby Bartenders
Jordan Lackey #197 Chubby Guys Podcast

The Chubby Bartenders

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 72:45


Podcast #197 | Jordan Lackey: Losing His Best Friend — His DadIn this powerful episode, we sit down with Jordan Lackey to talk about something deeply personal — the recent loss of his father, his best friend.Jordan opens up about grief, healing, and how this life-altering event has changed his perspective on what really matters. This one will hit you right in the heart and remind you to hug your people a little tighter today.If you've ever experienced loss or want a reminder to appreciate the ones you love, don't miss this episode.Subscribe for more real conversations that matter.We bring the laughs, the tears, and everything in between.New episodes every week!Hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on NOTIFICATIONS so you never miss a moment.Listen. Laugh. Reflect. Repeat.#ChubbyGuysPodcast #JordanLackey #Grief #Podcast197 #FamilyMattersWatch now — and share it with someone who needs it.We're all in this together.Love y'all.– The Chubby GuysSubscribe & join the familyFollow us on social:Instagram: [‪@chubbyguyspodcast‬ ]Facebook: Chubby Guys Podcast

Chubby Behemoth
Letters To Rosie O'Donnell

Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 61:32


SPONSORS: Factor - Support the show and get 50% off your first Factor box, plus free shipping. Use code CHUBBY50OFF at https://www.factormeals.com/CHUBBY50OFF   Hims - Support the show and start your free online Hims visit today. Head to https://www.hims.com/CHUBBY   BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth   This week the boys are in a van on their way to Omaha from Iowa City. Nathan would be the last one, tells the boys about a new wrestling crew, and realizes his Dad may have lied to the family. Sam is excited by short hair mullets, doesn't know why he is so horny, and wants Casey's Pizza to start a chipping program.   Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   Mutiny Coffee: mutinyonmainstreet@gmail.com

El Método Arjona Project
El episodio de Chubby

El Método Arjona Project

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 46:20


Las preguntas de niños nos hizo llegar a un personaje que no esperábamos, pero como salió, había que dale vida completa y sin censura (que en Youtube la hay, pero en Patreon no) y reírnos de nuestros inventos. En el anterior episodio estuvimos de humor negro y pesimistas, pero en este nos pasamos de imaginaciones. ¡Y qué bueno pasamos!Gracias al Caffee Duciel por ser tan amables con este humilde podcast. ¡Gran parche!

Death In Entertainment
From Cute to Cursed: How the Little Rascals Met Their Untimely Demise (Episode 162)

Death In Entertainment

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 70:13 Transcription Available


The smiling faces of the Little Rascals hide a sinister secret - one by one, these beloved child stars met tragic, often violent ends that defy coincidence. From Alfalfa's shocking shooting over a $50 debt to plane crashes, hit-and-runs, and house fires, these former icons died in ways so bizarre you'd think they were cursed.Behind the comedy shorts that entertained generations lies a darker story of exploitation. While Hal Roach Studios made millions, none of the 176 children who appeared in the series ever received a penny in residuals. Many former stars watched themselves on television while struggling to make ends meet - a psychological torture that drove many toward destructive paths.We unpack how the series began with Hal Roach, a former paper boy to Mark Twain who created groundbreaking entertainment showing black and white children playing together during the Jim Crow era. Yet this progressive façade masked troubling realities – stage parents fostering racial tensions, exploitative financial arrangements, and a work environment that took a toll on everyone involved.From the suspicious poisoning of Pete the Pup to "Chubby" Chaney's heart failure at 18, "Froggy" Laughlin's deadly newspaper route, and "Weezer" surviving WWII only to die in a training exercise, the pattern of tragedy seems endless. While Roach lived to 100, dismissing any notion of a curse, the statistical improbability of so many early and violent deaths raises questions about the true price of childhood stardom in Hollywood's golden age.What happens when the spotlight fades but the camera keeps rolling? Listen now to discover the haunting legacy of Hollywood's most beloved child ensemble and decide for yourself - coincidence or curse?Send us a message!Support the showDeath in Entertainment is hosted by Kyle Ploof, Alejandro Dowling and Ben Kissel.New episodes every week!https://linktr.ee/deathinentertainment

Joethelawyer's Not-So-Wondrous Imaginings
The Chubby Funster Greg Christopher Shares His Thoughts On 5e D&D

Joethelawyer's Not-So-Wondrous Imaginings

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 7:08


Hi guys! I broke out this clip from my long interview with Greg. He talks about his days playtesting 5e, what he likes about it and doesn't like about it, and compares it to OSR games like Shadowdark. Enjoy!The link to the video this is drawn from is below.https://youtube.com/live/iItskC2opUII'm doing regular interviews with RPG Industry Professionals. These won't be the standard 15 minute surface level interviews that exist solely for someone to pimp their product. Following in the footsteps of Joe Rogan and Lex Fridman, I plan to go deep. I expect each interview to last at least 2 hours if not 3. We'll get into the guest's personal life, gaming history, and how they got into publishing RPG products. Then we will get into the ins and out of publishing, so you can learn from their experience.Ideally I'd like for these interviews to serve as a motivational video series to help encourage more people in the hobby to publish their own stuff. I plan to get into some technical details so we can demystify the experience, and so you'll see that you can also do it with a little hard work and determination.I hope you enjoy it!Members now get early access to videos now! Join for as little as 99 cents a month to get to see all the videos as soon as I upload them. Click Here to Join the Channel as a Member!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCABv_juND7JHvVbJCjWjhlw/joinHere's my most viewed video of all time. :)https://youtu.be/bWRPXFJ8Bl8You can now listen to me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Locals, and Rumble, as well as YouTube. Links are below!Joe's Links:Analog Mancave Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1331036104620724Substack: https://analogmancave.substack.com/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NYr1znhg7i0aSQoyUcI6o?si=0c71530927984ea1Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joethelawyers-analog-mancave/id1441356270Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077311317522 Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/joethelawyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/analogmancave Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joethelawyerLocals: https://joethelawyersanalogmancave.locals.comEmail: analogmancave@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/analogmancave MeWe: www.mewe.com/i/joed15 Webpage: www.analogmancave.com

The Rod Ryan Show
Chubby Bunny

The Rod Ryan Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 10:21 Transcription Available


The boys welcome some listeners into the studio to play The Chubby Bunny Game for Easter.

The Rod Ryan Show
Full Show

The Rod Ryan Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 117:48 Transcription Available


Rod, Alex, and Chile talk about there being a shortage of cousins in the world, tell you what Dolly Parton Syndrome is in cats, and have some listeners join them in the studio to play the Chubby Bunny Game.

Joethelawyer's Not-So-Wondrous Imaginings
Greg Christopher of Chubby Funster Shares His Thoughts on D&D 5.5 and the Future of WOTC

Joethelawyer's Not-So-Wondrous Imaginings

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 10:09


Hi guys! This is a clip from the first video in my new series! The link to the video this is drawn from is below.https://youtube.com/live/iItskC2opUII'm doing regular interviews with RPG Industry Professionals. These won't be the standard 15 minute surface level interviews that exist solely for someone to pimp their product. Following in the footsteps of Joe Rogan and Lex Fridman, I plan to go deep. I expect each interview to last at least 2 hours if not 3. We'll get into the guest's personal life, gaming history, and how they got into publishing RPG products. Then we will get into the ins and out of publishing, so you can learn from their experience.Ideally I'd like for these interviews to serve as a motivational video series to help encourage more people in the hobby to publish their own stuff. I plan to get into some technical details so we can demystify the experience, and so you'll see that you can also do it with a little hard work and determination.I hope you enjoy it!Members now get early access to videos now! Join for as little as 99 cents a month to get to see all the videos as soon as I upload them. Click Here to Join the Channel as a Member!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCABv_juND7JHvVbJCjWjhlw/joinHere's my most viewed video of all time. :)https://youtu.be/bWRPXFJ8Bl8You can now listen to me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Locals, and Rumble, as well as YouTube. Links are below!Joe's Links:Analog Mancave Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1331036104620724Substack: https://analogmancave.substack.com/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NYr1znhg7i0aSQoyUcI6o?si=0c71530927984ea1Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joethelawyers-analog-mancave/id1441356270Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077311317522 Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/joethelawyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/analogmancave Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joethelawyerLocals: https://joethelawyersanalogmancave.locals.comEmail: analogmancave@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/analogmancave MeWe: www.mewe.com/i/joed15 Webpage: www.analogmancave.com

The Chubby Bartenders
Matt Fraley #196 (chubby guys podcast)

The Chubby Bartenders

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 67:34


Y'all better saddle up for this one! Episode 196 features two full-time cowboys who eat, sleep, and breathe the horse life — Matt Fraley and Kyle Smith. These guys aren't just riding for the brand — they're starting 2-year-olds, training all-around horses, and giving lessons to kids and adults in all kinds of disciplines.We talk show life, training life, and what it's like growing up homeschooled on horseback — no school buses, just saddles and sunrises.From dusty boots to blue ribbons, Matt and Kyle share hilarious stories, real talk about the cowboy grind, and why teaching the next generation matters.If you've ever wondered what it's like to grow up cowboy, live on horseback, and make a life in the dirt — this one's for you.Grit, guts, and a whole lotta horse power.Yeehaw, boys — let's ride.Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your fix!#ChubbyGuysPodcast #CowboyLife #HorseTrainers #WesternWayOfLifeGuests:Matt FraleyKyle SmithTopics: • Starting young horses • Training vs. showing • Homeschool & horse school • Teaching kids to ride • Why cowboying is more than a jobLet's gooooo!Boots on. Spurs jinglin'.See y'all on the trail.****Hosts: The Chubby Guys

Chubby Behemoth
Space Or The Mountain

Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 70:45


SPONSOR: Turtle Beach - Level up your game and get 10% off @TurtleBeach with code CHUBBY at https://www.turtlebeach.com/CHUBBY   BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth   This week the boys are in Embassy Suites in Lexington Kentucky (the good one!). Nathan is more Mounjaro than person, thinks about DDTing a child on the reg, and must have been getting laid when A Goofy Movie came out. Sam wonders what Venom smells like, accidentally bullied a man for three years, and tells us about going to Disneyland.   Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   Mutiny Coffee: mutinyonmainstreet@gmail.com

Joethelawyer's Not-So-Wondrous Imaginings
The Lord Of ShadowDark Speaks! A Longform Interview With Greg Christopher Of Chubby Funster

Joethelawyer's Not-So-Wondrous Imaginings

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 259:31


#dnd #dungeonsanddragons #oldschoolgaming #osr #shadowdark Hi guys! Welcome to my new series! I'm going to do regular interviews with RPG Industry Professionals. These won't be the standard 15 minute surface level interviews that exist solely for someone to pimp their product. Following in the footsteps of Joe Rogan and Lex Fridman, I plan to go deep. I expect each interview to last at least 2 hours if not 3. We'll get into the guest's personal life, gaming history, and how they got into publishing RPG products. Then we will get into the ins and out of publishing, so you can learn from their experience.Ideally I'd like for these interviews to serve as a motivational video series to help encourage more people in the hobby to publish their own stuff. I plan to get into some technical details so we can demystify the experience, and so you'll see that you can also do it with a little hard work and determination.I hope you enjoy it!Members now get early access to videos now! Join for as little as 99 cents a month to get to see all the videos as soon as I upload them. Click Here to Join the Channel as a Member!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCABv_juND7JHvVbJCjWjhlw/joinHere's my most viewed video of all time. :)https://youtu.be/bWRPXFJ8Bl8You can now listen to me on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Locals, and Rumble, as well as YouTube. Links are below!Joe's Links:Analog Mancave Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1331036104620724Substack: https://analogmancave.substack.com/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3NYr1znhg7i0aSQoyUcI6o?si=0c71530927984ea1Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joethelawyers-analog-mancave/id1441356270Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077311317522 Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/joethelawyerTwitter: https://twitter.com/analogmancave Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/joethelawyerLocals: https://joethelawyersanalogmancave.locals.comEmail: analogmancave@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/analogmancave MeWe: www.mewe.com/i/joed15 Webpage: www.analogmancave.com

The Chubby Bartenders
Kari Coyan #195 Chubby Guys Podcast

The Chubby Bartenders

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 27:36


Episode #195 – Kari Coyan: A Peek Into the Womb!This week, we're hanging out with Kari Coyan, the amazing owner of A Future Look — a 3D ultrasound business that gives expecting moms a first glimpse at their little bundles of joy!Kari takes us behind the scenes of her unique world: the smiles, the tears, the heartbeat moments, and even the surprises that come with running a business centered around life's biggest miracle.From gender reveals gone wild to the quiet moments of connection, this episode is full of heartwarming stories, laugh-out-loud moments, and real talk about the highs and lows of the job.Whether you're a parent, entrepreneur, or just love a good story, you won't want to miss this one!Listen in and take a Future Look with us!Baby giggles, belly laughs, and maybe a few tissues requiredHosted by your favorite Chubby Guys!#ChubbyGuysPodcast #AFutureLook #3DUltrasound #BabyBusiness #KariCoyan #podcastfun

Speaking of ... College of Charleston
Behind the Scenes at Chubby Fish with Award-Winning Chef James London

Speaking of ... College of Charleston

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 34:09 Transcription Available


Send us a textOn this episode of Speaking of College of Charleston, guest host Tom Cunneff interviews James London '07, owner and chef of Chubby Fish and the cocktail bar Seahorse in Charleston. London, a native of Charleston, discusses his journey from growing up fishing on Edisto Island to pursuing his career in fine dining after attending the College of Charleston. He talks about the impact of COVID-19 on his business and the creation of an outdoor dining space at Seahorse. London shares insights into his unique dock-to-table philosophy, the importance of relationships with local fishermen and farmers and his diverse culinary background. He also speaks about learning new things daily and teaching the next generation of chefs while reflecting on his restaurant's success, including multiple James Beard nominations and widespread acclaim. The interview concludes with stories of his formative years, influenced by his family's educational background and his fishing time, which shaped his passion for seafood cuisine.Featured on this episodeJames London, a Charleston native, came up cooking in barbecue and Southern restaurants in South Carolina. Upon enrolling at the College of Charleston Chef James decided to pursue his passion in food and began to work full time in fine dining restaurants while pursuing a double major at the College.Once he graduated he made the leap to New York City where he enrolled at The French Culinary Institute. After graduation James went on to work with Chef Josh Dechellis before becoming the Executive Chef at Niko, a fine dining Japanese Restaurant in Soho.After his time in New York, James ventured West to San Francisco where he led the kitchen at The Elite Café, a Creole restaurant in Pacific Heights.James eventually made it back to Charleston where he and his wife, Yoanna, opened Chubby Fish, a dock to table seafood concept that has taken the city by storm. Chubby Fish has garnered a Best New Restaurant nod from Bon Appetit, was ranked #7 Restaurant in the US from Food and Wine Magazine, and a James Beard finalist for Best Chef Southeast 2024.Resources from this episode:College of Charleston Alumni magazine winter issue 2025, interview with James LondonChubby Fish RestaurantSeahorseJames Beard Semifinalists 2025

Burnt Toast by Virginia Sole-Smith
Are We On A Phone Diet?

Burnt Toast by Virginia Sole-Smith

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 29:53


You're listening to Burnt Toast!We are Virginia Sole-Smith and Corinne Fay, and it's time for your April Indulgence Gospel! Subscribe nowThese episodes are usually only for paid subscribers but we're releasing this one for free! If you like it, you can get even more Virginia by becoming a paid Burnt Toast subscriber — and then you'll get even more Corinne, because paid Burnt Toasties can take 20% off their Big Undies subscription!Bundle with Big Undies!There has been so much conversation in online spaces over the past few months about divesting from social media. Folks are dropping X, Facebook, Instagram as a form of protest against billionaire tech bros like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. And a lot of us are also feeling the need to doom scroll less as a form of self care. Plus, when Tiktok drops a new Chubby filter, it doesn't really make us want to be there. So today we're chatting about how we're both feeling about social media. What are we divesting from? How's it going? And does any of this feel like a diet?Kmatta, Getty ImagesPS. You can always listen to our episodes right here in your email, where you'll also receive full transcripts (edited and condensed for clarity). But please also follow us in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, and/or Pocket Casts! This transcript does contain affiliate links; shopping our links is a great way to support Burnt Toast! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit virginiasolesmith.substack.com/subscribe

Chubs Gone Wild!
ChubsGW586: Mid-Chubby Modern

Chubs Gone Wild!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025


Intro; Holidays, Birthdays, Feedbag, Chub Hugs, Celebrity Headlines, What’s In Your Lunchbox?, Hey Chubs, Advice; TV and Movie Reviews, and lots of chub talk! Check out our sponsor! Golden Rule Services chubsgonewild@gmail.com Listener Line: 408-69-CHUBS Subscribe in iTunes! Right Click … Continue reading →

Round Table China
Foraging for love? Dating gets creative

Round Table China

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 23:45


Forget city strolls and coffee dates! Young singles are now foraging in fields. This wild vegetable hunt promises a fun, relaxed first encounter. We get to the root of the question: rustic romance or a muddy mess? / Chubby filters, good or bad (16:34)? On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushan

Dave & Chuck the Freak: Full Show
Tuesday, April 1st 2025 Dave & Chuck the Freak Full Show

Dave & Chuck the Freak: Full Show

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 198:25


Dave and Chuck the Freak talk about April Fool’s Day, things to look forward to in April, Chubby kid, woman’s pet pig throws tantrum when it doesn’t get its way, guy used his mom’s credit card to pay for his date, police chase commentary, teen attacked by sea lion, old woman survives car crash and then falls into well, passenger tried to open door in midair, the astronauts who were stuck in space for 9 months speak out, man has widow maker heart attack, March Madness, possible ban on tush push, Shohei Ohtani card sells at auction, minor league player who worked for Uber makes New York Yankees roster, police cam footage of cops finding Gene Hackman, Kanye says he didn’t want any of his kids, Glen Powell and Sydney Sweeney, WB will release Coyote vs Acme movie, Last Of Us will not go past the source material, top TV homes, how much we spend on streaming services, Linkin Park not selling well, April Fool’s Day, big lady with 5 lovers ordered them to attack 6th lover, man exposed himself at water park in Michigan, man exposed himself in Dunkin’ drive-thru, man pulled over for traffic violation with drugs, man pulled over for looking at phone, app tries to make you fall in love without seeing them, police find thief who would poop pants to make an escape, SCUBA diving bagpiper, argument between 8 passengers and a ride share driver, woman robbed DQ and only got $1.50, realtor plays hide and see with ASMR in listing videos, online argument between childhood best friends leads to gun fight, fight over shopping cart, VA wants to install speed limiters on cars, plumber reclogged drains at restaurant after they didn’t pay bill, cocaine sub, another person declared dead, how much time the average person spends worrying, woman used barnacle covered conch shell to assault man, and more!

Chubby Behemoth
2 Liter Of Moon Mist

Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 62:02


SPONSORS: VIIA - Try VIIA with code CHUBBY at https://viia.co/CHUBBY   ExpressVPN - Support the show and get up to 4 extra months of ExpressVPN for free. Head to https://www.expressvpn.com/CHUBBY   BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth   This week the boys joined by their son, Little Chuba. Nathan says Facebook is back, wore the shortest shorts anyones ever seen, and knows what he wants to watch after he looses it. Sam is ready to get into textiles, wants to know what's going on under the pyramids, and has been liquifying his brain pan all week. That's why I'm afraid of graveyards.     Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   Mutiny Coffee: mutinyonmainstreet@gmail.com

Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole Byer
Chubby Chasers (w/ Jana Schmieding)

Why Won't You Date Me? with Nicole Byer

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 64:08


Comedian Jana Schmieding (Reservation Dogs, Rutherford Falls) joins Nicole to discuss chub chasers, the difference between being fetishized and being genuinely wanted, and what it was like to date a man with body shame. She shares what it was like to date a sacred Native man, including a agonising "breakup ceremony" he put her through. Plus, they break down Curvy Wife Guy's BBW bop, try to understand whatever the hell is happening between Kanye and Bianca Censori, and Jana shares her new daily ritual - a 6 seconds kiss on the lips to keep love alive.Watch this episode on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/LfXEys73G_UWrite to Nicole! Send your dirty messages to whywontyoudatemepodcast@gmail.com with the subject line "Dirty Message" and Nicole may read it in a future episode.Follow:YouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerNicole's book, #VERYFAT #VERYBRAVE: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746View all of our sponsors and discounts codes at wwydm.notion.site/sponsors.This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Most Dramatic Podcast Ever with Chris Harrison
Morning Run: Group Text “Mistake”, Governor “Hot Wheels”, and TikTok Removes “Chubby” Filter

The Most Dramatic Podcast Ever with Chris Harrison

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 25:43 Transcription Available


Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy and T.J. Podcast
Morning Run: Group Text “Mistake”, Governor “Hot Wheels”, and TikTok Removes “Chubby” Filter

Amy and T.J. Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 25:43 Transcription Available


Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Men Think with Brooks Laich & Gavin DeGraw
Morning Run: Group Text “Mistake”, Governor “Hot Wheels”, and TikTok Removes “Chubby” Filter

How Men Think with Brooks Laich & Gavin DeGraw

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 25:43 Transcription Available


Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Goes Rogue
Morning Run: Group Text “Mistake”, Governor “Hot Wheels”, and TikTok Removes “Chubby” Filter

Rachel Goes Rogue

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 25:43 Transcription Available


Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Noticiero Univision
¿Está en juego la Seguridad Nacional de los Estados Unidos?

Noticiero Univision

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 19:05


Acusan a 3 adolescentes de tratar de matar a su madre por apagar el WiFi.Acusan de asesinato a un indocumentado hondureño con orden de deportación.Viajeros denuncian mayor agresividad de funcionarios de inmigración a la hora de entrar al país.Alarma por potencial acuerdo entre el IRS y ICE.Tik Tok elimina polémico filtro "Chubby".Tras acuerdo de repatriación llegó a Venezuela un grupo de al menos 200 personas desde EE.UU.Trump ordena sancionar a abogados que desafíen su gobierno.Un abuelo mexicano regresó a casa tras un mes detenido por ICE.Fiscal llama "socios criminales" a Nadine y Bob Menéndez.El FBI activa fuerza de tarea para investigar "terrorismo doméstico" contra Tesla.12 muertos y 4 heridos cuando camioneta cae por barranco.El Papa Francisco está de vuelta en el vaticano bajo cuidado médico.Escucha de lunes a viernes el ‘Noticiero Univision Edición Nocturna' con Elián Zidán.       

MJ Morning Show on Q105
MJ Morning Show, Mon., 3/24/25: Are You A Difficult Person To Get Along With? Here's A List Of Ways To Know.

MJ Morning Show on Q105

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 185:55


On today's MJ Morning Show: Fester's video Morons in the news Karaoke story and challenge Signs you're a difficult person to get along with Internet story hoax Car makers changing gear shifts Chubby filter removed? "Bro-celets" New hotspot for 1st dates Michelle loves March Madness Marijuana smokers have higher chance of heart attack than non-marijuana smokers RIP George Forman Pink Pony fire Guy arrestred for stealing lap dances Diamonds all finally recovered two weeks later Fire at Epcot Fake Mickey in Naples, Italy Howard Frankland Bridge opening new lanes in new span soon Southwest Air flight stopped trying to take off on taxiway intead of runway Passenger pulled from bathroom on flight by pilot files lawsuit

Coast Mornings Podcasts with Blake and Eva
Chubby Filter and BigBack

Coast Mornings Podcasts with Blake and Eva

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 7:39


Chubby Filter and BigBack by Maine's Coast 93.1

Chubby Behemoth
Tetris Style

Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 62:00


SPONSORS: TUSHY - Support the show and get 10% off your 1st TUSHY bidet order with the code CHUBBY at https://www.hellotushy.com   TURTLE BEACH - Level up your game and get 10% off @TurtleBeach with code TBS at https://www.turtlebeach.com/CHUBBY   BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth   This week the boys are in Toledo. Nathan tells us about a recent pawing, might be an asset, and doesn't have time to worry about exposed crack. Sam had his butt out the whole time, chimes in as an expert in Cleveland Style, and is worried about Nathan getting activated. Sam visited his favorite waiter in the world.   Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   Mutiny Coffee: mutinyonmainstreet@gmail.com

No One Fights Alone
From Chaos to Connection: Victoria Newman on Law Enforcement Marriages

No One Fights Alone

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 66:44


On this episode of the No One Fights Alone podcast, Host Brad Shepherd and Co-Host Ben Pearson sit down with Victoria M. Newman, a best-selling author, law enforcement advocate, and Founder of How2LoveOurCops. With a deep passion for supporting law enforcement families, Victoria shares her powerful insights on resilience, relationships, and the unseen challenges faced by those who stand behind the badge. Don't miss this impactful conversation!Victoria M. NewmanAuthor | Law Enforcement Advocate | Founder of How2LoveOurCopsVictoria M. Newman (Vicki) is an accomplished author and the wife of Chief Brent Newman of the California Highway Patrol. She has written multiple books focused on supporting law enforcement families, drawing from her own experiences and the challenges faced by officers and their loved ones.In response to the rising number of LODDs and suicides within the department, Victoria researched and wrote A CHiP on My Shoulder—How to Love Your Cop with Attitude in 2011, offering insight and encouragement for law enforcement spouses. She later co-wrote Selfish Prayer with SSG Emmett Spraktes, a military book that gave her a deeper understanding of the emotional toll of war. In 2015, she published A Marriage in Progress—Tactical Support for Law Enforcement Relationships, providing practical guidance for couples navigating the demands of a law enforcement career.For ten years, Victoria homeschooled her children, a time she considers precious. Now, with her children grown and building their own paths, she enjoys watching them contribute positively to the world. She also treasures her grandson with golden curls, who brings joy and laughter to her life.Victoria is the Founder and President of How2LoveOurCops, where she uses her skills in writing, speaking, networking, and mentoring to support law enforcement families. She is passionate about helping others through connection and advocacy.Outside of her work, Victoria enjoys telling her famous “Chubby” story, cooking, and is a forensic crime show enthusiast.

BJ & Jamie
TikTok Chubby Filter | No Laundry in Space

BJ & Jamie

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 22:47


There is a new filter going viral on TikTok. Some people are calling it mean. Did you know there is no laundry in Space??? What do you think Butch and Suni smell like coming home?

BJ & Jamie
TikTok Chubby Filter

BJ & Jamie

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 5:50


There is a new filter going viral on TikTok. Some people are calling it mean.

Loose Ends
Declan Lawn, Naoise Dolan, John Meagher, Emer Maguire, Ryan McMullan, Chubby Cat

Loose Ends

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 36:42


Stuart Maconie and guests come together with mighty laughs, big stories, and altogether good craic from Lisburn, Northern Ireland. Declan Lawn is a screenwriter of multiple TV series alongside his creative partner Adam Patterson, including the successful Blue Lights as well as the BBC miniseries The Salisbury Poisonings. Series three of Blue Lights is currently being filmed in Belfast, and he is currently writing series four. Comedian John Meagher is currently touring his stand-up show Big Year across the UK and Ireland. He chats about his big years in mixed martial arts prior to kicking off a career on the comedy circuit, as well as his Radio 4 documentary The Divil's Own. Writer Naoise Dolan has travelled the world after success with her bestsellers Exciting Times and The Happy Couple, but is returning back to Dublin as she spends this year as the inaugural IPUT Writer-In-Residence. County Tyrone comedian Emer Maguire is bringing her biggest gig yet - Notions - to the Grand Opera House later this year, exploring her experiences of growing up with autism and finding the funny in the most unexpected of places.After a year of accolades and success within the Irish music industry, Corkonian musician Chubby Cat performs a track from her latest EP THE FINE ART OF DISASSOCIATION accompanied on guitar by Ben Murray. Portaferry born singer-songwriter Ryan McMullan performs a track from his upcoming EP In This Room, before beginning his UK and Ireland tour in April. Presenter: Stuart Maconie Producer: Anthony McKee A BBC Audio Northern Ireland production for BBC Radio 4.

Mark and Me Podcast
Episode 419: Chubby and the Gang

Mark and Me Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 43:36


And Then There Was...On this episode I am joined by Chubby and the Gang. Chubby and the Gang are an English rock band formed in West London in 2019. Consisting of vocalist Charlie "Chubby Charles" Manning-Walker, guitarists Ethan Stahl and Tom "Razor" Hardwick, bassist Maegan Brooks Mills and drummer Joe McMahon, the band was formed out of a number of UK hardcore punk bands, including Arms Race, Vile Spirit and Gutter Knife.Mark and Me is now on YouTube - Please subscribe here https://www.youtube.com/@markandmePlease support the Mark and Me Podcast via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/Markandme or you can buy me a coffee here: https://ko-fi.com/markandme.The Mark and Me podcast is proudly sponsored by Richer Sounds.Visit richersounds.com now to shop for all your hi-fi, home cinema and TV solutions. Also, don't forget to join their VIP club for FREE with just your email address to receive a great range of fantastic privileges.The Mark and Me podcast is also proudly sponsored by Vice-Press.If you are a fan of films and pop culture, check out Vice Press. All of their limited edition posters, art prints & collectibles are officially licensed & are made for fans like us to collect & display in their homes. Vice Press work directly with artists and licensors to create artwork and designs that are exclusive to them.This year, Vice Press also launched Vice Press Home Video, dedicated to releasing classic films on VHS. And yes, they play! Get 10% off of your first order using code MARKANDME10 or head to vice-press.com/discount/MARKANDME10All artwork and designs are produced by Dead Good Tees - Dead Good Tee crafts graphic T-shirts for true horror and movie enthusiasts. Drawing inspiration from classic movies, iconic villains, and the darker side of cinema, their designs offer a subtle nod to the genre's most unforgettable moments. Visit www.deadgoodtees.co.ukEvery episode of Mark and Me is for Billy x 

Lori & Julia
3/11 Tuesday Hr 3: Top 5 Pop Culture Weddings, Over/Under and our new fav Chubby Panther

Lori & Julia

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 40:46


Rocco is in as we discuss the biggest pop culture weddings of all time, also Mike has the Dirt, we Play Over/Under game and a new Chubby Panther we all love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lori & Julia
3/11 Tuesday Hr 3: Top 5 Pop Culture Weddings, Over/Under and our new fav Chubby Panther

Lori & Julia

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 46:46


Rocco is in as we discuss the biggest pop culture weddings of all time, also Mike has the Dirt, we Play Over/Under game and a new Chubby Panther we all love. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Women World Leaders' Podcast
596. The Idol In the Mirror, Julie Harwick

Women World Leaders' Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 18:16


As women we face tremendous pressure from society to look a certain way. Our culture compels us to go all in, pursuing youth, beauty and fitness with everything that we have.  But isn't that the kind of single-minded focus that should be reserved for God alone? Join host Julie Harwick as she explores this important topic. **** Welcome to Women World Leaders podcast. I'm your host, Julie Harwick. Thank you for joining me today as we celebrate God's grace in our lives, in this ministry and around the world. They say confession is good for the soul.  And the Bible tells us in the book of James that we should confess our sins one to another.  God has been convicting me heavily in recent weeks and months, so I'll come clean and make my confession.  I have been worshipping an idol, not of wood or stone, but an image, just the same…the image I see in the mirror. I have devoted innumerable hours to grooming and looking at that image, thinking about how I could make it look better, thinner, younger, reading anything that might help me in that pursuit, altering what I eat, when I eat, how I exercise and how I dress.  I've sacrificed financially to pay for diet plans, gym memberships and beauty products that claim to eliminate wrinkles or just make me look better. I tried to convince myself that these efforts were directed at caring for the temple that God gave me.  After all, He says in 1 Corinthians 6:19 “Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you.”  But the truth is that such justification would be taking the verse out of context and ignoring the remainder of it, which says, “You are not your own. For you were bought with a price, therefore glorify God in your body.” All the thoughts I was dwelling on, the actions I was taking, the money I was spending…it wasn't to glorify God.  It was to glorify me. I seriously doubt that there's a woman alive, and not a whole lot of men either, who can't identify at all with what I'm talking about.  But just in case you don't recognize anything like this in yourself, let me explain how I got here.  I had loving, supportive parents, no childhood traumas; and yet, I began thinking about how my appearance compared to other girls my age in elementary school.  I remember getting a pamphlet in gym class about health and nutrition and it showed how much a girl should weigh according to her height.  I dug it out and referred to it time and again over the years to see if I was where I should be.  I went through a “chubby stage” when I was about 10 and had the misfortune of having a naturally slender cousin exactly my age.  At family gatherings, people who hadn't seen us for a while noticed the differences.  One uncle actually gave us the nicknames of “Chubby” and “Slim.”  When puberty hit at age 11, the chubbiness disappeared without any effort on my part.  While I was thrilled with my thinner frame, I had a whole new set of concerns. Once again, I wasn't like the other girls my age.  I needed a bra and deodorant and when my friends found out, they teased me about it. I spent all of fifth grade desperately trying to hide my developing figure and hoping that it would begin to happen to the girls around me…and soon!    The summer before 8th grade, something made me think that I could stand to lose some weight. It's entirely possible that I came to that conclusion after thumbing through my older sister's teen magazine, “Seventeen “ which was full of articles and tips on diet and exercise.  As much as I hated running, I forced myself to run around our circular driveway 13 times each day – the equivalent of a mile.  When I got hungry between meals, I ate raw cucumbers, a whole cucumber at a time, right out of our garden.  I managed to maintain the appropriate weight, according to that pamphlet I got in elementary school, all through high school, but I was still self-conscious about having heavier legs.  When I was wearing shorts and sitting next to my boyfriend at age 16, I remember noticing that his legs were thinner than mine.  That began a lifelong quest to somehow make them smaller. Each new life change offered a new challenge to keep my body looking the way I wanted it to look.  When I went away to college, cafeteria food caused me to put on a few pounds, so I added more exercise and a diet.  When I got married, I unconsciously began eating just as much as my husband, who was twice my size, and once again the number on the scale went up.  I started counting calories and intensifying my workouts.  When I got pregnant with twins I didn't allow myself to eat for three and I walked for exercise every day without fail.  Because of my work situation, I didn't want my boss to know I was pregnant and I took great pride in being able to hide the pregnancy for the first five months.  But my pride balloon popped in my eighth month when I became so big, I couldn't even fit into my husband's  large-sized t-shirts.   I was so relieved when my girls were born and I dropped 30 lbs. in one day.  But those good feelings were dashed when on the very day I left the hospital someone asked when I was due. I was constantly comparing myself to other women and scrutinizing my image in the mirror. When my weight was up, I would sometimes try on three different outfits  before I could find one that I thought was acceptable.  When I was losing weight, I could spend an hour trying on clothes that had been too tight – just to see how well I was doing.  The smaller the size, the more of a high I experienced. My self-esteem was directly related to how my clothes fit. As I moved into my forties, the methods that had always enabled me to control my body size stopped working as well as they used to. I had to work harder at it.  I got a gym membership and started lifting heavier.  I tried diet after diet looking for the one that would finally get me to a weight that would make me pleased with what I saw in the mirror. With a medically supervised diet, I was able to make it a pound or two below my goal, and for a while, I was really happy with myself.  It was impossible to maintain though and over a period of years, I gradually put back all that I had lost. By this point in my story, you're either really identifying with what I've experienced or you're thinking I'm crazy.  I suspect most of you can relate though because according to some studies, approximately 91% of women are unhappy with their bodies and resort to dieting in an attempt to achieve their ideal body shape.  Studies also show that only 5% of women naturally possess the body shape that matches the ideal we see portrayed in the media.  It's interesting to note that even  within that lucky 5%, there are many who are struggling right along with the rest of us. Frontiers in Psychiatry released a study of international fashion models which revealed that body image disorder-like symptoms were expressed by 63% of them.  It seems even among the most sought-after body types, many have bought into the lie that you can never be too thin. And that study confirms a deeper truth that we need to come to terms with.  If you're looking at a number on the scale or measuring tape to make you feel at peace with your appearance, you'll never get there.  If you manage to reach the self-imposed finish line, you'll find that it's been extended…just beyond your reach. It's a moving target that many of us spend a lifetime trying to hit with no real success. External improvements never seem to truly satisfy. Just ask the myriads of cosmetic surgery veterans who are going back under the knife for “just a little more work.” Although I've been describing my efforts to lose weight or maintain the perfect weight, that was only one aspect of my idolatry. Being thin wasn't enough.  I also had to be put together at all times, with perfect hair, manicured nails and full makeup.  I wouldn't be seen in public any other way.  Even with three small children and a fourth on the way, I wouldn't be caught dead at the bus stop each morning without being fully dressed and looking my best. As the years progressed, a whole new concern began to demand my attention.  How was I going to maintain my youthful appearance?  I wasn't satisfied to look my current age  – I needed to look at least 10 years younger. How could I keep the wrinkles at bay?  Was my wardrobe current with the latest trends, or did it make me look frumpy and out of date?  Because I had children later in life, people often assumed I was younger because of my children's age.  I was happy to let them think that and rarely disclosed my true age. These concerns about my appearance have dominated my thoughts and actions for decades.  They've kept me from enjoying a lot of delicious food, from getting my hair wet at the beach or the pool, from just throwing on a t-shirt and jeans at the last minute so I can respond quickly to joining in what my family wants to do…from being vulnerable and real with my sisters in Christ who may be struggling with their own self-esteem.  In fact, my attitudes have propagated the notion that women are defined by their size and outward appearance and that we are all engaged in a life-long beauty pageant where winning means leaving your competitors feeling utterly defeated. And what's more, I have unwittingly set a very poor example for my three daughters.  I grew up in a time when we were becoming aware of eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia, so I was very careful to avoid criticizing my girls' weight or body shape or suggesting that they diet or exercise to lose weight.  But what I didn't realize was that they were learning about body image by watching me and listening to what I said about myself.  Though none of it was directed at them, they watched me try diet after diet, talk with my friends about needing to lose weight, and refuse to eat certain things because they were bad, or fattening.  They heard me talk about my fat legs and what would happen to me if I ate a whole bowl of pasta and that I needed to lose weight before we went on vacation so that I could enjoy myself.  There's a term for the kind of example I set.  It's called “the ripple effect,” because although each incident seems so small and insignificant, just like dropping a stone in a body of water, those comments or behaviors leave an impact that reaches so much farther – just like the ripples that result from the stone.  Studies have shown that girls as young as 5 understand what dieting is and can talk about it knowledgeably because of what they've heard from their mothers. They also confirm that girls who hear their moms talk negatively about their own bodies or label foods as good or bad, or observe them engaging in excessive exercise can develop body image issues themselves. That's not to say that if your daughter develops body image issues it's all your fault.  They get plenty of negative input from their peers, our culture in general and especially social media.  It's extremely difficult to protect them from the terrible messages about their value in society, but at least we have the opportunity to avoid contributing to it and could possibly demonstrate a more balanced approach. Even though the people around me may have been unaware of my extreme focus on my outward appearance, it has affected my family, my friends, the women I've interacted with and my own self-image.  But the most devastating impact has been on my relationship with God.  I have known and walked with Him personally through all of it, but I never saw it as the idol it was.  I would never have said that I valued my outward appearance above my walk with God, but my behavior and thought life indicated something else. Not only did I devote more time and energy to maintaining and improving my exterior than I did my interior, but I didn't act in accordance with what I claimed to believe about Him.  I said He was the most important thing in my life, but I spent a lot more time worrying about impressing the people around me, than I did about impressing Him.  I said I believed every word in the Bible was true and I would base my life on it, but when He said I was “wonderfully made,” I said I had fat thighs, cankles and was too short.   Even though Proverbs 31 says, “ Charm can be deceptive and beauty doesn't last, but a woman who reverences God shall be greatly praised,” my actions showed that I actually valued fading beauty over reverence for God.   I was familiar with 1 Peter 3 which warned, “Your adornment must not be merely external – braiding the hair and wearing gold jewelry or putting on dresses, but let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in the sight of God.”  And yet, I continued to focus on all the externals more than developing my inner spirit – something that God would view as “precious.”  Like the Pharisees that Jesus spoke of so harshly, I worried about the outside of the cup, making sure it was clean and shiny, while the inside, which is what really matters, was hardly as well cared for. These realizations have taken some time and a lot of self-reflection. I've confessed my failures and asked His forgiveness, but making the necessary changes is a daunting prospect.  How do I change the way I've been thinking and talking about myself for decades?  How do I find the balance between being healthy and being obsessed?  How do I present myself to the world in a way that will bring glory to God instead of me?  It will take much more time to answer these questions and to learn new ways of thinking and acting.  Such deeply ingrained habits will not change overnight, but I'm committed to beginning the journey and allowing God to transform me in these areas as He sees fit. If you see yourself in any of this, I challenge you to consider beginning this journey too.  By simply googling Christian body image blogs or podcasts, you'll find a wealth of helpful information, spiritual guidance and support.  And I would like to continue to share what God is teaching me through this process in future podcasts. God made it clear when He gave the Law to Moses that we should place nothing above Him.  Most of us have no issues with being tempted to worship another god, but good and necessary things like taking care of ourselves, our children or loved ones or building a career can easily find their way to the thrones of our hearts where only He belongs. Thanks for listening to Women World Leaders podcast!  Join us each week as we explore together God's extravagant love and your courageous purpose.  Visit our website at www.womenworldleaders.com to submit a prayer request, register for an upcoming event, and support the ministry.  From His heart to yours, we are Women World Leaders .  All content is copyrighted by Women World Leaders and cannot be used without written consent.

Chubby Behemoth
I'll Be Fine

Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 64:13


SPONSORS: VIIA - Support the show and get 15% off your VIIA order with the code CHUBBY at https://viia.co/CHUBBY   FACTOR - Support the show and get 50% off your first Factor box, plus free shipping. Use code FACTORPODCAST at https://www.factormeals.com/FACTORPODCAST   BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth   This week Nathan wants to know if Sam's alone… Sam wanted to come through the phone to sit on Nathan's face, busted Dr. T with a spelling error, and has noticed a trend in female screen usage. Nathan has a crazy travel plan, noticed we were in a podcast tournament, and gambled on raw bacon.   Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   Mutiny Coffee: mutinyonmainstreet@gmail.com

1 800 Drama
"I dated a chubby girl for a bet"

1 800 Drama

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 46:24


Welcome to Episode 34 of 1 800 Drama! In this week's Reddit Stories r/AITA deep dive, we discuss stealing dates from your siblings, being attracted to certain body sizes, using infantilising language for disabled people, and a baby that may or may not look like bald billionaire Jeff Bezos... grab a cuppa and let's go fishing!

The Show
CHUBBY SUPERNOVA

The Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 80:27


I know today's show starts confusing, but the guys are hiding from the garbage truck outside. We break down our Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees. Toyota overtakes Ford for America's most popular car & so much more on today's show!

Chubby Behemoth
The Flappening

Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 62:04


SPONSORS: Tushy - Support the show and get 10% off your 1st bidet order with promo code CHUBBY at https://www.hellotushy.com   Autoblow - Get 15% off your Autoblow order with the code CHUBBY15 at https://www.autoblow.com   BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth   This week everyone is at home. Becker got his head cranked. Sam has discovered the real world limitless drug, has 9 wings in the fridge, and introduces us to his friend Otto. Nathan tells us about an angry father, admits to bogarting a child's PS5, and tells us his plan for when he becomes a mounjaro mutant.   Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   Mutiny Coffee: mutinyonmainstreet@gmail.com

Chubby Behemoth
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Chubby Behemoth

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 63:23


SPONSOR: MUD WTR - Support the show and get 43% off your MUD WTR order, plus free shipping and a rechargeable frother with code CHUBBY at https://www.mudwtr.com   BONUS EPISODES: https://www.Patreon.com/chubbybehemoth   This week Sam opens with a new song. Nathan self medicated in the worst way, had non-consensual chili, and has never been constipated . Sam is stoked about Ooze-A-Palooza, is sure the new google chip will butt fuck him, and admits Pissed Jeans made him want a motorcycle. His chombos were heavy. You can taste the grapes in the soil.   Nathan Lund and Sam Tallent are Chubby Behemoth   Mutiny Coffee: mutinyonmainstreet@gmail.com