Big Fat TeddyEd

My name is Eddie Kiester, but my friends call me "TeddyEd". I am on a journey to take my life back. At 42, I’m on a journey to take control of my mental and physical health. A journey I share with 70 million American adults. Fighting obesity is a lonely, isolating, journey, due to the shame and fear that go with the battle. However, it doesn't need to be. I am going to share my journey, with the knowledge that many of you will find solidarity in my vulnerability. Some episodes will make you think, or feel, or laugh... so join me and lets do this together.

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Episodes

Big Fat TeddyEd episode 4 - Tracy, not from Canada

Today's episode was very impromptu and done without any planning or thought. I left counseling and had an epiphany and decided to air it for the whole world. Some realizations are too huge not to share.

Dec 21, 2020•55 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Big Fat TeddyEd Episode 3 - Logical Start

Today my cohost, Jerred, finally makes an appearance. He will be a good addition to add perspective and temper my self loathing flair ups.

Dec 14, 2020•50 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Big Fat TeddyEd episode 2 - Katie calls BS on the whole thing

After posting just one episode of my podcast, an old friend listened and reached out to call BS on my whole mind frame. Its interesting after all these years, to hear someone else's perceptions of you growing up. Turns out, I had her all wrong too. As so many of us feel so isolated while fighting our body images, it is comforting to know we aren't really alone. Bonus footage: Some parenting 101 classes at the very beginning of the episode.

Dec 11, 2020•43 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Big Fat TeddyEd episode 1 - Fat Kid's Burden

I have spent all but 2 years of my life, as the fat kid. How did I lose 110lbs only to gain it all back?!?! I never conquered the mental issues that lead to my obesity. Come with me as I try to untangle 42 years worth of shame, stigma, and inferiority and make last health changes. I know we all feel our stories are so unique, but in reality we share more commonality to the causes of our health standings than we can begin to know. Their is strength in vulnerability, and power in solidarity. I hop...

Dec 05, 2020•23 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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