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Throughout much of history carrying a few extra pounds was seen as a sign of wealth and prosperity. And the last hurrah of this view manifested itself in the elite social clubs for fat influential men in the late 19th century and into the 20th century. Give it a listen, learn little weird history and have a laugh!
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