
Named one of the Best podcasts of 2023 by the New York Times, Vogue, and Vulture Weight For It is a four time Podcast Academy Award winning narrative podcast that explores the ways we think about our bodies. Through personal storytelling and deep dive interviews, host Ronald Young Jr. unpacks the navigation of the world around him that just doesn't seem to fit.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 25 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Categories | DocumentarySociety & Culture | ||||

RYJ gives an update on Season 3 as well as shares a snippet of a current episode he's producing!
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In this bonus episode, Weight For It host, Ronald Young Jr. joins the hosts of Text Me Back (Lindy West and Meagan Hatcher-Mays) for a discussion about the Netflix docuseries Fit For TV: The Reality of the Biggest Loser. It certainly was a docuseri... more
Host Ronald Young Jr. sits down with Big Fig Mattress president Jeff Brown to find out how the mattress for the bigger figure came to be
Special thanks to Big Fig Mattress for partnering with us on Season 2.
We'll be back with a new season this fa... more
This week, we’re bringing you another show hosted by Ronald Young Jr. Pop Culture Debate Club from Lemonada media, and the BBC
Being a pop culture fan naturally comes with a lot of opinions. You’ve got your favorites and you’re ready to defend your ... more
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If you have ever struggled with your weight, your body image this show is for you. I really love Ronald Young’s perspective and his guests perspective as well.
Ron Young Jr. is delightful. I just tried this podcast today & I’m so glad I did. I love to hear about history, & Ron’s personal history. I can so relate. So glad I have 2 more seasons to listen to. Thank you to you & all of your guests. I want to go to Proud Mary!
Not that hard to do
I really enjoy the honesty and self-reflection Ronald puts into this podcast. I’m a relatively new listener and so I’m getting a lot out of going on this journey from the beginning… I love the male perspective on this issue. Thank you!
Amazing, personal and thought provocative podcast. So grateful for every episode.
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This narrative podcast explores the societal perceptions and personal experiences surrounding body image, weight, and acceptance. Through personal storytelling and interviews with a diverse array of guests, the host engages listeners in discussions about the challenges and nuances faced by individuals living in larger bodies. Topics commonly addressed include body positivity, fat activism, and the personal struggles of embracing self-identity amidst societal standards and expectations. It stands out for its thoughtful and empathetic approach to difficult conversations about body image and the importance of representation, making it a significant resource for listeners seeking validation and understanding in their own journeys.
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Weight For It launched 3 years ago and published 25 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Weight For It include:
1. Jeff Brown
2. Langston Kerman
3. Baron Vaughn
4. Lauren Passell
5. Mia Lobel
6. Tigress Osborn
7. Carmen Rene Smith
8. Cristie Wilson
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