The Policing of Black Women’s Bodies in Music & Entertainment: The Double Standards.....

Why are Black women’s bodies STILL a topic of debate in the music industry? For decades, Black women in music and entertainment have been told they’re “too much”—too thick, too bold, too revealing, too unapologetic. From Missy Elliott and Jill Scott being overlooked in the 2000s to Lizzo facing constant scrutiny today, the industry has always policed Black women’s bodies.Meanwhile, white artists and thinner performers can profit off Black culture and curves without the same backlash. The double standard is LOUD, and we need to talk about it.In this episode of The Phat Girl Chronicles, we’re breaking down:👉🏾Why the music industry has always judged Black women’s bodies👉🏾How plus-size Black artists face unfair scrutiny👉🏾The double standard between Black women & white artists in entertainment👉🏾How we reclaim our power & shift the narrativeBlack women should be able to show up, take up space, and express themselves freely—without judgment. Let’s get into it.🎧 Tune in TONIGHT at 8PM est time on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitch...... Then catch the replay tomorrow on all podcast streaming platforms!We wanna hear all your thoughts and answer all the questions, so come connect with us..........Instagram: @thephatgirlchronicles Facebook.com/thephatgirlchronicles Twitter: @pgcpodcastYouTube: https://youtube.com/c/ThePhatGirlChroniclesYou42: https://www.you42.com/channel/1647 Did you learn something in this episode that you didn’t know?!? If so, please share this episode with a friend and leave a 5-star review and comment wherever you listen to this podcast. We would love to know how our show made your day or taught you something new!!! https://www.facebook.com/thephatgirlchronicles/reviewsAnd make sure you listen in on your favorite podcast streaming platform, and leave us a rating, follow us, and share, share, share!!!! 🎧Apple🎧Google🎧Audible🎧Pandora🎧iHeartRadio🎧Amazon Music🎥Spotify🎥Youtube🎥You42🎥Facebook🎥leorachel.com..Sponsor/donate to us!Venmo - @pgcpodcastPayPal - PayPal.me/pgcpodcastMusic featured in this episode is used for entertainment purposes only. We do not claim ownership of any songs played, and all rights belong to the respective artists.