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Swipe Fat
by Alex Stewart & Nicci Nunez
Dating is hard, dating when you're fat is even harder. In this weekly podcast, Alex Stewart and Nicci Nunez will take you through the chronicles of dating as a plus-sized woman.
Episodes
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THE LAST ONE
When we started Swipe Fat four years ago we couldn't have dreamed of what it would turn into. When we met we didn't have other plus size women in our life that we could talk to about dating so we wanted to create a space for conversation that other plus size women could relate to and hopefully…
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THE ONE ABOUT AWKWARD ENCOUNTERS AND DATING DRAMA
One of us met flittered in the wild and got cancelled on by another date and the other one had an awkward encounter Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE ABOUT A LACK OF COMMUNICATION
Nicci and Alex explore the complexities of modern dating, touching on themes such as communication challenges in dating apps, the impact of financial insecurities, and the dynamics of attraction. They discuss the importance of timing in relationships, the role of self-perception, and how past...
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THE ONE ABOUT OUR ONLINE DATING ICKS
Nicci is finally back on the apps and she has some new icks which leads to discuss the challenges of navigating dating apps, the impact of societal issues on dating, and the complexities of attraction and body image. We also touch on the influence of social media, the weirdness of online...
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THE ONE ABOUT COWBOY HICKEYS
If you need a break from doom scrolling - this episode is for you. This was recorded early last week before election results and is full of laughs. Enjoy. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE ABOUT DATING BEHAVIORS
In this episode we discuss various aspects of dating, communication challenges, and the evolution of how people meet their partners over time and generational differences in dating behaviors. The conversation also touches on perceptions of flirting between genders and the importance of effort in...
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THE ONE WITH A MATCHMAKER
In this episode we're joined my Matchmaker, Simone Grossman (@theinternetyenta) to learn all about matchmaking. She shares her journey into the world of matchmaking, discussing the evolution of dating in modern times, the impact of dating apps, and the importance of understanding client needs.…
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THE ONE ABOUT A BROKEN LEG & MEETING IRL
In this episode we share life updates, including Nicci's broken fibula and Alex's exciting news about meeting someone new in real life. We discuss gaps and the implications for future relationships. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WHERE YOU ASK US ANYTHING
You asked us questions and we answered. We discuss coping with heartbreak, the complexities of dating and matchmaking, and the impact of body image on self-esteem. We explore the dynamics of dating apps, friends with benefits situations, and the importance of confidence in meeting new people. The...
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THE ONE ABOUT EVERYTHING BUT THE KITCHEN SINK
Alex went to a bar and talked to men in the wild and matched with a chef! Is Nicci a top? Girls on dating apps seem to think so. "I'm a plus size so of course" trend. Body image issues. Do plus size women date less than straight-sized women? Olympics is bringing us back together. Notes from…
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THE ONE ABOUT LIMERENCE
In this episode we're joined by Amanda McCracken (@amandajmccracken) to explore the topics of longing and limerence. We delve into the connection between limerence and anxious attachment, the influence of purity culture and romanticized ideals on limerence, the role of self-love in overcoming...
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The One Where We're Back From Summer Vacation
We're backkkkkkkkk! Alex shares her dating update and reflects on her recent experience with a tour manager she was seeing. Despite promises of a future together, the communication quickly dwindled while he was away on tour. Alex confronted him about it, but his efforts to improve were…
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THE ONE WITH A SECOND DATE UPDATE
It's not like the radio bit - we both went on second dates and it went well??? One of us spiraled and the other is realizing that she had some pretty sh*ty expectations from past relationships and is now expecting a new bare minimum moving forward. Advertising Inquiries:...
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THE ONE WHERE WE BOTH GO ONE FIRST DATES
Nicci is breaking her 2 year dating break & Alex said ta ta Captain and started talking to a new guy. How did they go? What happened? Will there be a second date? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WITH ERIN RENZAS
This week we're joined by Erin Renzas to talk about the radical mind shift she had after a breakdown that led her to completely change her life. We discuss a lot about sense of self and the lie society pushes that losing weight will make everything better. Advertising Inquiries:...
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THE ONE WHERE WE'RE BACK ON THE APPS...AGAIN
It's like a carousel that never stops...we're back on the apps and Alex is going on dates! It's been awhile since it's been the two of us so we catch up and dive into passive relationships, the hill theory and all of the other advice we've seen on tiktok. Advertising Inquiries:...
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THE ONE WITH DATE BRAZEN (AGAIN!)
Last time we had intersectional-feminist dating coach, Lilly Womble (@datebrazen) on Nicci had a full on panic attack about deleting her dating apps. Now she's back and releasing her first book!! You can pre-order "Thank You, More Please: A Feminist Guide to Breaking Dumb Dating Rules and Finding...
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THE ONE WITH MIMOSAS AND LIPSTICK
This week we're joined by Hannah (@mimosasandlipstick_) to learn all about her most recent breakup with Mr. Man's. We've gotten some juicy little tidbits online and now we're finally getting the whole story. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...
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THE ONE WITH THE FAT THERAPIST
Alex is back from Thailand so we catch up with her about her trip and her latest dating meetups and we're joined by Kayla Stansberry (@fatpositivetherapist) who is a licensed therapist that specializes in fat trauma Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...
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THE ONE WITH DATURA JONEZ
This week we're joined by Datura Jonez (@daturajonez) to discuss her dating break and dating as a black, autistic woman. We also talk about passport bros and how Nicci was too busy "gardening" to go on a date. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...
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THE ONE ABOUT THE ATTRACTIVENESS SCALE
Dating apps claim that there isn't a pretty filter but a tech investigator debunked that and Nicci got and email that should be how everyone shoots their shot online. Tiktok we're referencing: https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTLJcmGMT/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy &…
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THE ONE WITH ELLE BAEZ
This week we're joined by singer-song writer, Elle Baez to talk about her body positive anthem "I Love My Body" Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE ABOUT QUEER SPEED DATING
Nicci went to her first Meet IRL event and we're both can't escape pookie or the orange peel & bird theories! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE ABOUT MEETING PEOPLE IN PERSON
In 2024 we're going back to the basics and trying to meet people in person and using our dating apps intentionally! Give yourself the gift of self pleasure with SVAKOM: https://www.svakom.com/ Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WITH GABRIELLE RICHARDS
We're starting the year off with Brand Director of BodCon & Shapermint and Body Positivity Coach, Gabrielle Richards to talk all things confidence. New Year, New Me bullshit, steps to gain confidence in yourself and is there even a place for body confidence in 2024? Give yourself the gift of self...
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THE ONE WITH SEBASTIAN CONELLI
In our last episode of 2023 we're joined by comedian & Loud About Nothing podcast host, Sebastian Conelli! We talk about working on ourselves & finding joy in little things, growing up as a plus size kid, being thoughtful in relationships & giggle about everything! Give yourself the gift of self...
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THE ONE WITH A FAT SHAMING DATE
As you listen to this episode please remember that this is a THEM problem not a YOU problem. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE ABOUT THE FOURTH DATE RULE
The fourth date phenomenon is real, right? You know by the third date if you want to keep seeing someone. We discuss the rule of threes taking over dating tiktok and one of us is dealing with a looper. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...
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THE ONE WITH JAMIE VARON AND MAIN CHARACTER ENERGY
Our friend and writer Jamie Varon has a new plus size romance novel all about embracing your main character energy. We talk about the importance over having realistic plus size characters and if we're still body positive in 2023. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy &...
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THE ONE ABOUT BEING INTIMIDATING
getting set up by friends, one night crushes, the mindy project and someone got told on a first date that she was intimidating and that leads to a whole discussion about insecurity and partnerships. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WITH MADDIE DRAGSBAEK
This week we're joined by Youtuber & Podcast Host Maddie Dragsbaek to talk all things dating! Never being in a relationship, casual dating breakups, loopers, first dates & hook ups. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WHERE WE TALK ABOUT FIRST DATE LOCATIONS
A list is making rounds of places women would never go on a first date and we break it down. We also question if we're single because we're not masterminds. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WITH CATHERINE DRYSDALE
This week we're joined by Sex and Relationship Coach, Catherine Drysdale to talk about how to overcome insecurities in intimacy and the benefits of self pleasure. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WITH CANDICE TAMERA
This week we're joined by Trauma & Mindset Coach, Candice Tamera to discuss attachment styles. She has a podcast called FUCK Trauma about helping you overcome your past and having healthy, loving relationships. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...
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THE ONE WITH CAITLIN CUNNINGHAM
This week we're joined by Caitlin (@keepingitcaitlin) to discuss her IVF journey as a plus size woman, PCOS, how she met her husband and fatphobia in your family. TW: miscarriages & semiglutides Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WITH SASHA PITON
This week we're joined by intuitive & self love coach Sasha Piton to discuss manifesting during your self love & dating journey, her dating journey and being a former Mormon. (warning: ted barks in the intro but I promise he was a good boy during the interview.) Advertising Inquiries:...
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THE ONE WHERE ALEX GOES SPEED DATING
Alex did speed dating with Meet IRL and gives us all of the details! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WITH CIGI FARMER
We're joined by comedian Cigi Farmer to discuss dating & comedy in LA, her self-growth journey, therapy & putting yourself out there. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WHERE WE CAN'T FLIRT
We both are extra cozy in this episode! We found a list of five questions you should ask yourself if you're unsure of your relationship, Alex's weird dream, uncomfortable dm's making us not want to trust people and we're both having issues flirting. Advertising Inquiries:...
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THE ONE WITH BE YOUR JOY
This week we're joined by Carissa from @BeYourJoy to talk about growing up the fat funny friend, finding yourself after a relationship, casual hookups and being scared of first dates. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WHERE WE ARE MORE THAN OUR BODIES
Alex handed out one of her bracelets, fatphobic people react to the Lizzo news on social media, the male gaze, the Barbie Movie and Nicci is feeling uncomfortable in her body and trying to battle those feelings. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...
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THE ONE WITH LEAH V
This week we're joined by Leah V! She's an international plus-size Hijabi model, award-winning author, inclusive content creator, body-positive activist, and educator. We discuss being a Fat Black Muslim, being fetishized, her divorce, sneaky links, dating apps and even come up with a new side...
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THE ONE WHERE IT'S OUR 125th EPISODE
It's our 125th episode so we thought it would be fun to answer questions from YOU! All about plus size dating, sex, body image and traveling. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE WHERE ALEX GOES DOWN A DARK WHOLE
This tiktok about why men in their 30s don't know what they want took Alex down a dark whole of male podcasts. She did the research so you don't have to. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE ABOUT TINDER
We're back from vacation so it's time to get swiping. It feels like everyone is talking about Tinder so we decided to jump on the bandwagon. We also have some dating updates Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE ABOUT ITALY
We're back from Italy and our month hiatus!! We had so much fun on our trip with 24 women and can't wait to tell you all about it. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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THE ONE ABOUT IT NOT ALWAYS BEING ABOUT WEIGHT
It's our last episode before we go to Italy so there's a lot to discuss! We both met people in the wild this week and one of us did some light stalking to see them again. And then the age old question of is it our weight or are we using that as a scapegoat conversation came up. It got a little…
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THE ONE ABOUT JOHN CENA
We never thought we'd be talking about John Cena on this podcast...but here we are. A Howard Stern interview clip has resurfaced from years ago when he said he had sex with a 280lb woman that has riled the internet up. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out:...
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THE ONE ABOUT PREFERENCE VS DEAL BREAKER
One of us decided to take ending her 2023 dry spell into her own hands! Is finding a date at Home Depot a good idea? The internet is going wild with their thoughts on preference vs deal breaker and we have lots of thoughts on the matter! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy…
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THE ONE WHERE WE FEEL OVERWHELMED
One of us had two first dates and one of us is feeling overwhelmed by the idea of dating. We had so many topics for today but once we started recaping our weeks it got deep. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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What is Swipe Fat about?
Dating is hard, dating when you're fat is even harder. In this weekly podcast, Alex Stewart and Nicci Nunez will take you through the chronicles of dating as a plus-sized woman.
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Swipe Fat is created and hosted by Alex Stewart & Nicci Nunez.
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