Aubrey Gordon, widely recognized by her pseudonym "Your Fat Friend," is an American writer and columnist. Her work critically examines societal perceptions of bodies and the biases embedded within them. Through her writing and podcasting, Gordon challenges prevailing stereotypes and encourages deeper reflection on personal identity and societal norms. Her contributions invite readers to embrace and understand the diversity of human bodies.
Aubrey Gordon unearths the cultural attitudes and social systems that have led to people being denied basic needs because they are fat and calls for social justice movements to be inclusive of plus-sized people's experiences
Equipped with facts and tools for advocacy, the author, a co-host of the Maintenance Phase podcast, challenges prevalent anti-fat myths and promotes fat justice. Drawing from personal experience and research, the book empowers readers to confront societal biases and encourages activism for a more inclusive perspective on body diversity.