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In this eye-opening episode of Holden Space, Holden sits down with Geoff, who opens up about his coming-out journey and what drew him to loving and desiring fat men. Geoff speaks candidly about navigating attraction, community, and self-acceptance—and he doesn’t shy away from the messy parts.

He also explores a complicated truth within the chub community: even as many seek acceptance for their own bodies, some still hold onto the same harsh beauty standards they’ve been hurt by, rejecting others who don’t fit a “perfect” look.

This conversation is honest, vulnerable, and packed with real talk about identity, desire, and the contradictions we all wrestle with.

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