Episode Catalog

Dr. Angela Alberga joins us to explore weight bias, its impact on kids, and how clinicians can lead with equity and empathy.

Dive into the kind of discomfort that sparks real change—in ourselves, in our conversations, and in how we support people living with obesity. Registered Dietitian and Certified Bariatric Educator Jennifer Brown shares how her experiences—both personal and professional—have shaped the way she supports people living with obesity.

Dr. Sue Pedersen shares her journey, key lessons from 20+ years in obesity care, and why early, stigma-free, long-term treatment is crucial for better outcomes.

In this episode, we dive into Canada’s new pediatric obesity clinical practice guideline with authors Dr. Geoff Ball and Dr. Catherine Birken. Learn what’s changed, why it matters, and how a more compassionate, evidence-based approach is reshaping care for children and families.

Dr. Michael Vallis returns to unpack why weight isn’t a behaviour, how to prevent learned helplessness, & why patient-defined success is essential.

Dr. Michael Vallis shares insights on relational care, behaviour change, and what it really takes to support people living with obesity.

Dr. Sean Wharton unpacks why obesity is a chronic disease, how Canada’s Adult CPGs were developed, and why it's time to move beyond BMI in clinical care.

Dr. Sean Wharton shares his journey into obesity medicine, tackling bias, stigma, & why kindness is the key to compassionate, effective care.

Explore Obesity Canada’s vision with Lisa Schaffer, and learn how bias, stigma, and system gaps shape obesity care—and how we can do better.

Meet your hosts & explore why obesity is a chronic disease—not a choice. Hear real stories, challenge bias, & rethink obesity care.