Conjuring Up Courage

In this episode, tattooer Cora Mylene chats with me about the intimate connection she has with her clients, the different ways people use tattoos, including for self-expression and to improve body image, and more. You can find the show notes and a full transcript of this episode at https://shohrehdavoodi.com/14.

Fat-positive and feminist fertility coach, Nicola Salmon, joined me to discuss the unique barriers people in larger bodies face when it comes to getting pregnant. Nicola shared strategies for how to advocate for yourself at the doctor’s office, how to work on overcoming internalized weight stigma, and more. You can find the show notes and a full transcript of this episode at https://shohrehdavoodi.com/13.

The Girl Gang, made up of Ally Ridnour, Tiffany Cunningham, and myself, blasts bisexuality myths and misconceptions in honor of Bi Visibility Day. From our bi origin stories to our queer crushes to issues of bisexual erasure and biphobia, this episode will make you laugh and may change the way you think about bisexual people (it’s also extra explicit, so don’t listen to this one around kiddos!). You can find the show notes and a full transcript of this episode at https://shohrehdavoodi.com/12.

Award-winning burlesque and aerial performer, Ginger Snaps, chats with me about her experiences as a plus-size athlete. We discuss the empowering sexuality of burlesque, fatphobia, self-doubt, stigmatizing studio weight limits, and more. You can find the show notes and a full transcript of this episode at https://shohrehdavoodi.com/11.

I tell my story about shifting from a traditional weight-centric paradigm in my coaching to a weight-inclusive one. I detail what I'm no longer doing (including taking on intentional weight loss clients, centering my body in my social media, and taking client progress measurements) and why. You can find the show notes and a full transcript of this episode at https://shohrehdavoodi.com/10.

Dr. Kate Browne brings her views on body positivity and shame-based marketing to the show this week. We discuss fitness and wellness marketing tactics that don't fall into the trap of before-and-after weight loss stories, the difference between body positivity as a political movement and the "love yourself" version of it, as well as Kate's band and her upcoming book on The Golden Girls. You can find the show notes and a full transcript of this episode at https://shohrehdavoodi.com/9.

My friend Jessica joined me to talk about the transformative power of participating in fandoms, issues of sex, race, and class in fandom spaces, and practical strategies for making time for hobbies in your busy life. You can find the show notes and a full transcript of this episode at https://shohrehdavoodi.com/8.

I spoke with therapist and fitness instructor Kim Gould about the power of having a fitness studio with no mirrors or scales, what exercise has to offer us outside of weight loss, and why Kim thinks we need to change the way we think about exercise in eating disorder recovery. You can find the show notes and a full transcript of this episode at https://shohrehdavoodi.com/7.

Maegan Brundage chated with me about what it's been like living with recurrent ovarian cancer, including the experience of getting misdiagnosed and how cancer has affected her body image, diet, and the way she looks at the world around her. You can find the show notes and a full transcript for this episode at https://shohrehdavoodi.com/6.

Sex educator Erica Smith and I speak about myths surrounding sex, the harmful effects of purity culture, the construct of virginity, and what good sexual health entails. You can find the show notes and a full transcript of this episode at https://shohrehdavoodi.com/5.