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The Fat Doctor Podcast

Dr Asher Larmie
Weight Stigma
Anti-Fat Bias
Judgment
Social Media
Artificial Intelligence
Instagram
Medical Trauma
Fat Liberation
Capitalism
Nutrition
Fat Representation
Bullying
5-2 Diet
Intermittent Fasting
Trauma Recovery
Mental Health
Marginalized Bodies
Chronic Stress
Community Building
BMI

How would you react if someone told you that most of what we are taught to believe about healthy bodies is a lie? How would you feel if that person was a medical doctor with over 20 years experience treating patients and seeing the harm caused by all this misinformation?In their podcast, Dr Asher Larmie, an experienced General Practitioner and self-styled Fat Doctor, examines and challenges 'healt... more

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The Mediterranean diet has become medical gospel—promoted by diabetes organizations, heart health foundations, and doctors worldwide. But when I looked at the actual evidence, I found something shocking: the one major study proving its b... more

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Medicine has built an entire mythology around weight as the root cause of disease, including diabetes,  sleep apnea, and arthritis. In this episode, I introduce you to three fictional patients whose stories expose the fatal flaws in this... more

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Wellness culture didn't start with Instagram. From George Cheyne's 1724 bestseller to Dr. Lulu Hunt Peters redefining fat bodies as "the enemy within," the methods and ideology haven't changed in four centuries—even as the evidence prove... more

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The weight loss industry has convinced us that being fat is a personal failure—a consequence of eating too much and moving too little. But the truth is far more complex and liberating. Your weight is controlled by genetics, epigenetics, ... more

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Recent Guests

Dr Molly Moffat
A weight-inclusive GP working in community pediatrics and facilitating workshops for Body Happy Org.
Body Happy Org
Episode: More Than Just Carrots with Dr Molly Moffat
Dr. Mónica Peralta
Physician specializing in diabetes, intuitive eating, and body trust.
Independent physician
Episode: Rice, Beans, and Resistance with Dra. Mónica Peralta
Cara Winsor Hehir
An activist, comedian, visual artist, and craftperson
Episode: How I got my doctor to respect me with Cara Winsor Hehir
Ray Dodd
A Money Mindset coach focused on socially conscious individuals.
Plenty, a money mindset and coaching community
Episode: Money, Money, Money
Anne Kinsey
Fat, queer, trauma-informed, trauma-recovery professional and writer
Nonprofit organization
Episode: Trauma Recovery with Anne Kinsey

Host

Dr. Asher Larmie
Host of the show and an experienced General Practitioner, Dr. Larmie explores topics related to weight stigma, health advocacy, and challenges conventional beliefs about body image.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 204 ratings
  • Essential listening for fellow fat people and those who love them

    I have loved this podcast for years. The factual nature of it appeals to my scientifically leaning brain, and the compassion and common sense just make it a no-brainer. The episode that finally made me leave a review was the one with Dra. Monika Peralta as a guest. She just tells it how it is. Nothing but respect and love. Do yourself a favour and have a squiz.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Russki333
    Australia6 months ago
  • Well-researched and sourced

    I love how well researched and sourced this podcast is, and how adamantly the host adopts an anti-shame framework. I think shame accomplishes a whole lot of nothing, so it’s really refreshing to see a doctor that’s very medically competent present this information in terms that lay people can understand. Sad that there aren’t more doctors willing to disavow themselves from the weight loss industry, but am I ever glad we’ve got Dr. Asher!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KitchenStitching
    Canada10 months ago
  • 🥬🥕🌽BOO!

    Ee

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    supercharbos12345
    United Statesa year ago
  • Ethics concern

    The most recent season made me a little uncomfortable to listen to because it feels a little like either people’s privacy is being invaded/coaching shared without consent, even in pieces, or like something false is being shared as if it were real/created as a fantasy? Both options make me super uncomfortable. I know Asher says that the person is fictional, but a lot of it feels like a real scenario, and I know having my nutritional/mental health stories shared in support of a fake story without ... more

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    3
    Vervainne
    United Statesa year ago
  • Shameful propaganda

    Lies, damned lies, and manipulated statistics.

    Embarrassed to call you a colleague.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    lia mally
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the compassionate approach that combines medical expertise with personal narratives.
The podcast provides valuable critiques of weight stigma and the weight loss industry, resonating with those who feel marginalized by societal pressures.
Many find the evidence-based discussions refreshing and necessary for understanding health beyond just weight.
There are mixed opinions, with some expressing concerns over the presentation of fictional scenarios and their implications for real-life situations.

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Coming Out As Fat with Ross Anderson-Doherty
Q: What has it been like holding on to this trauma, all of these emotions?
Ross expresses that it has been hell at times and acknowledges that only recently and with the help of a supportive GP have they started to process it and return to a happier state.
Coming Out As Fat with Ross Anderson-Doherty
Q: As somebody who has more than one marginalized identity, what has your experience with the healthcare system been like?
Ross shares that their interactions with the healthcare system in Northern Ireland have been devastating, particularly after coming out as fat, leading to traumatic experiences with doctors who dismissed their concerns due to weight stigma.
Healing Trauma with Elle Bower Johnston, Body Witch
Q: When we're sick and tired of talking about our problems, what else can we do?
You need to weave together aspects of therapy with somatic work, focusing on how your body experiences emotions.
Healing Trauma with Elle Bower Johnston, Body Witch
Q: What is trauma?
Trauma is an embodied experience where the body-mind cannot digest overwhelming situations, leading to protective mechanisms that can get stuck.
My Health Does Not Define My Worth
Q: How can a person improve his health without going into weight loss?
Focus on good nutrition, gentle movement, social relationships, and good sleep.

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Content focuses on challenging societal perceptions and negative biases surrounding body weight and health, providing a unique perspective that merges medical expertise with personal narratives. Central themes include weight stigma, the critique of the weight loss industry, and the complexities of health that go beyond the simplistic notions of weight and body image. The discourse is marked by a compassionate and evidence-based approach that advocates for body positivity and fights against discrimination in healthcare and beyond, making it particularly relevant for listeners interested in health equity, anti-fat bias, and wellness advocacy.

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1. Dr Molly Moffat
2. Dr. Mónica Peralta
3. Cara Winsor Hehir
4. Ray Dodd
5. Anne Kinsey

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