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Radio 4,17 Apr 2026,53 mins

Super skinny celebs

AntiSocial

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Should we call out celebrities we deem too thin, or just leave them alone? That’s the debate prompted by an apparent shift among A-list stars - mostly women - to lose weight. Some people say it’s a worrying trend, fuelled by weight loss drugs, that’s damaging women’s views of their bodies. Others say it’s none of our business what these celebs look like, and that they are the product of a culture that still prizes thinness. We hear about some of the most prominent celebs to hit the headlines recently, find out what 'body positivity' really means, and explore how some in this debate are linking body shapes to politics. Presenter: Adam Fleming Production team: Simon Tulett, Annabel Deas and Ellie House Studio manager: Andrew Mills Production coordinator: Gemma Ashman Editor: Richard Vadon

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