Heavy Conversation

There aren't enough examples of positive male role models. We made a very incomplete list of men making positive change in the world today. Check out the big (and not-so-big) guys on our list.

Beer:

Jody - Galaxy Gazer IPA, by Crux Fermentation Project, Bend, Oregon

Bruce - Guinness 0 Non Alcoholic Draught, by Guinness

I read an article discussing how Gus Walz's vulnerability is an example of positive masculinity—something we still don't see that often. Let's talk about:

• why this is important
• examples of positive masculinity in both plus-size and smaller folks
• Note: there are many, many positive role models who aren't famous. We know this, but this list is specifically about people we can look up to who have a national/worldwide platform.

Examples (new and classic):

• Mr. Rogers
• Barak Obama
• Dave Grohl
• Lebron James
• Jon Stewart
• I really like this guy https://www.instagram.com/fit2serve1/ interesting story
• air manatee - Jimbo
• Zach Miko
• Will Lay - https://www.instagram.com/coachbearstrong/

Sponsor: Bear Skn

It's the end of summer, and Heavy Conversation is back on a regular weekly schedule! Look for new episodes each Tuesday. This week, we're talking about encountering baby goats, epic beer tastings, and big men's clothing.

Beer

Bruce: Is Fast Fashion Old News? dry Irish stout by Fast Fashion Brewing Company, Seattle, WA

Jody: Pranqster, by North Coast Brewing Company, Fort Bragg, CA

See our beer list: https://untappd.com/user/JodyKoenig/lists/362753

https://www.bearskn.com/

https://chubstr.com/shop/

There were less plus-size male models at Milan and Paris Fashion Week this year. We discuss the state of big men's fashion and why the outlook isn't so pretty right now. 

https://www.voguebusiness.com/story/fashion/the-vogue-business-spring-summer-2025-menswear-size-inclusivity-report

Beer:

Jody - Hazy IPA, by Best Day Brewing

Bruce - Summer Shandy, by Jacob Leinenkugel Brewing Company

We're talking about finding big & tall bike shorts IN AN ACTUAL STORE, how we're approaching our wardrobe revamps, and Paulaner USA's Big Cans for Big Heroes National Campaign in support of Operation Homefront. 

Paulaner USA: https://www.paulaner.com

Operation Homefront: https://operationhomefront.org

Beers:

Bruce & Jody: Paulaner Munchner Lager, from (you guessed it!) Paulaner Brauerei

This week, we’re talking about learning to shuck oysters, the new big & tall work shirt from 100 Brawn, and our favorite new beers from Best Day Brewing. Listen in!

Shop 100 Brawn: 

https://100brawn.com/

Beer:

Bruce - Kolsch, by Best Day Brewing

Jody - West Coast IPA, by Best Day Brewing

https://bestdaybrewing.com

Heavy Conversation Beer List: 

https://untappd.com/user/JodyKoenig/lists/362753

This week on the Heavy Conversation Podcast, Bruce goes full Travolta and shaves his head. Plus: Did you know it's Masturbation May? Neither did we! We share the list of the top 10 most sex-confident states in the U.S. 

Links

Get Yourself Some Bear Skn Swimwear: https://www.bearskn.com/collections/swim

New arrivals in the Chubstr Shop: https://chubstr.com/shop/

Beers:

Bruce - Miller High Life, Miller Brewing Company, Milwaukee, Wi

Jody - Beach Trip Pale Ale, Brewery 26, Portland, Or

This week, we talk about getting older and how that translates into how they feel about their bodies. Listen in as we share what we love and don't love about our bodies, and how we deal with feelings of negative self image. PLUS: We talk massages for big bodies AND Bruce was nominated for an award from the FFIAS!

Full Figured Industry Awards: https://www.theffias.com/voting2024

Bear Skn Swim Deal: https://www.bearskn.com/collections/swim

This week, Bruce tells the story of almost losing his pants on stage that the 2023 FFIAS. Jody talks about the new Bear Skn Swimwear releases, and we discuss how HydrateSpark makes drinking more water fun. 

New Bear Skn Swimwear: https://www.bearskn.com

Chubstr $500 Gift Card Giveaway: https://www.instagram.com/p/C4q36CDsO3z/

HydrateSpark: https://hidratespark.com

We're back! The guys talk about what they've been up to, and share a few new brands you need to know about. 

Links and info from the episode:

Bear Skn: NEW: Beartooth Camo print: https://bearskn.com

Towel: Bath towels made for plus size people w/ sizes 3X, 5X, 7X. Get 15% off your 1st purchase with code: CHUBSTR at checkout: https://wearetowel.com/CHUBSTR

BRiC: Elevated big & tall essentials w/ sizes to 5XL: shopbric.com

Regent Row: Big & tall shirts made w/ NASA-created fabric. Learn More: https://chubstr.com/resources/introducing-regent-row-big-tall/

TPK Brewing: The awesome new tabletop gaming craft brewery in Portland, Oregon: https://www.tpkbrewing.com

 We're back after a long break with a few big and tall brands you should shop for Small Business Saturday. We also talk about what we've been up to this fall. 

NOTE: Heavy Conversation is releasing new episodes every other Tuesday. Our next episode drops Tuesday, December 5th. 

Bear Skn Black Friday Deals www.bearskn.com

Get all the best big & tall black friday deals: https://chubstr.com/big-tall-sales-deals/