I have big friends who won't go swimming because they're too embarrass…

Jo Brand
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I have big friends who won't go swimming because they're too embarrassed about it. I feel that's such a shame, because actually people should be encouraging fat people who are exercising to do it, not pointing and laughing. ✨ Jo Brand: fat jokes matter. Interview with Emine Saner, www.theguardian.com. September 21, 2011.
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