In today’s episode of Bite Back with Abbey Sharp, I’m joined by the hilarious Jessi Cruikshank to unpack the damage done by early 2000s diet culture — and how the media shaped a generation of millennials who feared fat and worshipped cellulite-free bodies. We chat about what it was like growing up on low-fat snacks and tabloid shaming, and how that legacy still lingers in motherhood and media today. We also get into Jessi’s unique insider take from years in Hollywood, from The Hills: After Show to her hit podcast Phone a Friend, plus her thoughts on Ozempic, Botox, and the pressure to “bounce back.” And of course, we talk about raising kids who don’t inherit the same body image baggage we did.
Here’s a run down of what we discussed in today’s episode:
Check in with today’s amazing guest: Jessi Cruickshank
Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is never a substitute for medical advice. If you’re struggling with with your mental or physical health, please work one on one with a health care provider.
If you have heard yourself in our discussion today, and are looking for support, contact the free NEDIC helpline at 1-866-NEDIC-20 or go to eatingdisorderhope.com.