Beyond the Frame

The Body Mass Index (BMI) has been used for decades to measure health—but is it an accurate tool? In this episode, Hannah breaks down the history of BMI, its flaws, and why it often fails to reflect proper health. From its racist and exclusionary origins to the ways it impacts medical care and body image, Hannah uncovers the deeper issues with this outdated scale while reminding listeners that health isn't a number!

In this episode, Hannah dives into the Health at Every Size (HAES) movement, a groundbreaking approach that challenges traditional weight-focused health narratives. She starts by unpacking what HAES truly means—focusing on well-being rather than weight as the primary indicator of health. Next, she tackles some common misconceptions and she breaks down the science behind HAES, showing how weight stigma can actually harm health. Finally, she provides actionable steps for listeners to cultivate a sustainable, fulfilling life—without obsessing over the scale.

Fatphobia is everywhere—from doctor's offices to workplace discrimination to the way we talk about health and beauty. In this episode, we break down what fatphobia is, where it comes from, and how it impacts people's lives. Most importantly, we discuss ways to challenge these harmful biases and build a more inclusive, body-positive world. Tune in for a candid, thought-provoking conversation that will change the way you think about your own internalized fatphobia.

In the first episode of "Behind the Frame," Hannah calls out society's shift back to heavily glorifying the thinness ideal of bodies in our current culture. Join Hannah as she discusses how harmful the promotion of one "ideal" body type is not just for our culture but for the art world as well. Art is based on our culture and if our culture lacks representation so will our art. How can we speak up for more representation as a society?

Welcome to the trailer of the new podcast "Beyond the Frame." Get to know your host, Hannah, as she shares her life as an actress who is healing from an Eating Disorder. Listen as Hannah shares her passion for advocating in the arts to be more inclusive of ALL bodies. This is just the beginning.