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In 2016, the Egyptian Radio and Television Union caused uproar by ordering female anchors to go on mandatory diets, deeming their appearance “inappropriate” for television. Eight presenters were suspended until they met these controversial beauty standards, putting a glaring spotlight on fatphobia. Fatphobia is defined as “the irrational fear of…
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Shark Tank Egypt Episode Highlights Divided Views on Fatphobia and Body Positivity
Nadine Tag
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In 2016, the Egyptian Radio and Television Union caused uproar by ordering female anchors to go on mandatory diets, deeming their appearance “inappropriate” for television. Eight presenters were suspended until they met these controversial beauty standards, putting a glaring spotlight on fatphobia. Fatphobia is defined as “the irrational fear of…
