In this reflective episode, we dive into the power of channeling emotions into positive actions that can create meaningful change. Christine shares how she felt after the election results and how anger can be transformed into purpose, all with the goal of building a kinder, safer world for future generations.

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In this Halloween episode of Breaking Body Biases, we explore why Halloween candy should be enjoyed without guilt, shame, or the need to “earn” it with extra exercise. This episode dives into the common messages around holiday treats that lead to unhealthy relationships with food, discusses the harm of concepts like the “Switch Witch,” and offers positive approaches to enjoying candy without the moral baggage. Join us as we uncover a healthier, more joyful perspective on treats that supports self-care and food freedom.

Talking Points:

1. Removing Moral Labels from Food
   • How labeling foods as “good” or “bad” fuels guilt and shame, creating a cycle of negative feelings around eating and indulgence.
2. Toxic Messaging Around Candy in Fitness Settings
   • Common statements in fitness spaces that reinforce the idea of “earning” treats or “working off” indulgences, and how these messages impact our relationship with movement.
3. The Problem with the “Switch Witch”
   • Why trading candy for toys can send harmful messages to kids about “good” and “bad” foods, and alternative ways to talk about treats.
4. Tips for a Healthier Approach to Treats and Movement
   • Practical ways to enjoy treats mindfully, appreciate the holiday season, and separate exercise from food guilt.

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In this solo episode, BBB Host Christine DeFilippis dives into the intersection of body liberation and politics, exploring how policies and cultural rhetoric impact our bodies, rights, and lives. Christine shares her reasons for not talking about politics and why she felt the need to address the topic with the 2024 election.

Tune In To Learn:

• Why body liberation is inseparable from political discourse.
• How harmful political rhetoric shapes societal attitudes and policies.
• What it means to be an ally in today’s political landscape.

Key Topics Covered:

• The Shift in Political Climate and Body Liberation
• A Personal History with Politics
• The Importance of Voting and Accountability
• Economic Policy and the Cost of Privilege
• Historical and Current Political Rhetoric
• The Realities of Project 2025
• Rethinking Fiscal Conservatism with Social Liberalism

Join Christine in this candid conversation as she addresses the vital intersection of politics, body image, and humanity, advocating for informed voting and social responsibility as pathways to a more inclusive future.

Resources
The Dobbs Decision
The Status of Reproductive Rights
Trumps Tariffs - an abstract from the Economic Journal
The False Promise of Protectionism - Douglas A. Irwin, Professor of Economics, Dartmouth College
Trumps Most Misunderstood Policy Propopal
Republicans and economists skeptical of Trump expanded tariffs plan - Washington Examiner
Immigration and the 2016 Election

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