Love Hurts! A Story of 90s/2000s Diet Culture Impacts

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05/16/24 • 48 min

CW: Contains discussion of disordered eating, mental health, abusive relationships, and other similar subjects throughout.

This week, fellow millennial and author Genalea Barker joins the show to discuss her upcoming book “Love Hurts,” and how growing up in the 90s and early 2000s inspired the story. The book follows a young girl falls into issues with disordered eating, self-esteem, and toxic relationships as she navigates through negative influences all around her. Genalea shares how coming of age in the rampant diet culture of the 90s/early 2000s inspired the book, why the subject is still relevant today, and her hopes that it helps younger generations see things like weight, food, and self-love differently. And, she joins Kourtney and Clarissa on a trip back to 05 to talk early Emo days, music, and more!

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Disclaimer: This is an entertainment podcast based on individual perspective, experience, and opinion. The content of this episode is not an endorsement, nor is it professional or otherwise medical, legal, financial, or psychological advice of any kind and should not be taken as such under any circumstances. The views expressed do not reflect on any other persons, businesses, or institutions nor should they be taken as concrete fact or allegation of any kind. Much of the content in this episode and podcast as a whole are meant to be personal, often comedic, and observational in nature. Please enjoy in context.

CW: Contains discussion of disordered eating, mental health, abusive relationships, and other similar subjects throughout.

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Find Genalea on IG

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