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The Weigh-In
by Shapely
The Weigh-In podcast by Shapely features conversations with co-hosts Latoya Burris and Brooks Nelson. As they deep dive into taboo topics impacting the plus size community.
Episodes
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Plus Size Streetwear (feat. DeShawn Pennix)
Join Brooks and Toya for a new episode of The Weigh-In podcast featuring special guest, DeShawn Pennix, Founder of streetwear brand, 100 Brawn. Together they discuss the challenges of running a fledgling streetwear brand in a saturated market. As well as, how his brand is bridging the gap between...
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Black Love
Brooks and Toya get together to discuss Black love and the importance of seeing examples of these relationships within our community. Plus, they share their favorite Black celebrity couples and their reasons why. Midway, Toya reconsiders one of her picks after learning of some infidelity. Tune in...
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Mind Blowing Valentine’s Day Fails
What’s your dream Valentine’s Day? Perhaps you don’t have one or maybe you think Valentine’s Day is just full of hype and completely unnecessary like, Brooks. Tune in to this conversation for our honest and candid discussion on Valentine’s Day fails and much more. Also, tune in to learn about our...
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Feeling Influential
Brooks and Latoya are joined by special guest, Davida Roach an influencer and blogger. To discuss the challenges of being a plus size/curvy lifestyle influencer and much more. As well as, highlighting the Fat Excellence mention of the week, Jazzmyne Jay for continuing her efforts as a body…
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Cancel Toxic People
In this episode, Brooks declares that he doesn’t want a women who doesn’t compromise and he’s not interested in a relationship with any woman who is combative without reason and exhibits toxic behavior. Latoya, joins in by sharing how she feels about toxic situations and that they should not be...
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You’re Going to Die Alone
Are you deserving of the man or woman you desire? Join Latoya and Brooks as they continue their discussions surrounding love and dating advice. The two, also banter about the popular image consultant, who is ruffling feathers on YouTube, Kevin Samuels. Last but not least, we have the Fat…
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Live Meet & Greet
On Thursday, December 10th hosts Latoya Burris and Brooks Nelson hosted a live meet and greet on Shapely’s Instagram live. Tune into this episode, for a fun and engaging night where they lament about the shortfalls of the dating scene and share plenty of laughs with the viewers. You may also…
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International Men’s Day
We are dedicating this episode to the men across the globe. In this episode, we talk about all the plus size men making a difference as well as introduce our new segment, Fat Excellence and much more. Tune in to hear your favorite hosts talk that talk. Get ready to weigh in!
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Hashtag Friendsgiving
In this episode we discuss Friendsgiving vs. Thanksgiving, dealing with annoying and nosy family members, Joe Biden winning the Presidential election and becoming our new President-Elect and much more. Tune in for funny and dynamic episode with your hosts, Latoya Burris and Brooks Nelson.
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The Era of Predators
In this episode of The Weigh-In, Brooks and Latoya are joined once again by special guest and Shapely founder, Iya Thomas. To talk about predators who target men and women, signs that someone is trying to use you and much more. Tune in for a much needed dialogue on exploitation brought to you by...
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Freaky October: Bedroom Nightmares
The Weigh-In is excited to bring you a spooky episode. Hosts Brooks and Latoya talk about bedroom nightmares. From size letdowns to foul odors. Tune in for a jam packed addition to the Freaky October issue brought to you by Shapely.
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What is the plus size community (PSC)?
Over the years many have been introduced to the term ‘plus size community’ however, there are quite a few plus size people who are unaware of this term and what it means. In this episode Brooks and Toya break down what this subculture is and the fact that many plus size people may or may not...
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Online Dating: A Yes or No?
For the season finale of The Weigh-In join your two favorite hosts, Latoya Burris and Brooks Nelson for a discussion on online dating. We’re talking about our own personal experiences — no catfish. Plus, dating during the pandemic and the business of online dating.
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Plus Size Influencers: Body Positivity or Clout Chasing?
We’re talking all about plus size influencers and questioning their commitment to body positivity or is it really all about the CLOUT. Join your hosts Brooks Nelson and Latoya Burris for another one. The Weigh-In is available on shapelyevents.com, Apple Podcasts and SoundCloud.
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Is the plus size community all-inclusive?
This week in response to all the social injustice and uprising in America. Brooks and Latoya are joined by Shapely's founder, Iya for a conversation on diversity and inclusion within the plus size community. We talk about education, advocacy and the political process. Listen in and share your...
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Do guys like big girls IRL?
Do guys like big girls in real life or is it still taboo? Join hosts Brooks Nelson, Latoya Burris and special guest Justin "Teddy" Harris as we discuss this sizzling topic. In this episode, we go back and forth on the validity of the matter. Plus, did you know that you can now leave us a…
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Are Big Girls Easy?
This week we discuss whether big girls are easy or if this is just another myth that needs to be debunked. Listen up to hear our thoughts and remember to comment below or email your hosts Brooks Nelson and Latoya Burris at [email protected]. Get ready to talk that talk!
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Is Bash Culture Toxic?
Listen to our first episode of The Weigh-In and join hosts Latoya Burris, Brooks Nelson and special guest and founder of Shapely, Iya Thomas as they contemplate whether bash culture is toxic or not. As well as, contemplate who is to blame for the decline in the Bash experience. Press play and…
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The Weigh-In is a new podcast featuring conversations with Shapely’s Latoya Burris and Brooks Nelson. Tune in as we deep dive into taboo topics impacting the plus size community. Be sure to listen or download our episodes on Apple Podcasts, SoundCloud and shapelyevents.com.
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The Weigh-In currently has 19 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
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The Weigh-In podcast by Shapely features conversations with co-hosts Latoya Burris and Brooks Nelson. As they deep dive into taboo topics impacting the plus size community.
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The Weigh-In has 19 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
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The Weigh-In is created and hosted by Shapely.
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