The Plot Thickens

A podcast recapping episodes of My Big Fat Fabulous Life, the hit TLC show starring Whitney Way Thore.

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Wednesday · 1 hr 17 min
I Kissed a Girl (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 6, Part 2 Recap)
This week is a landmark episode for a number of reasons: not only does Hillary Clinton, legend and queen, call into the Maney, Roy and LauRen show, which is absolutely mind blowing, Whit experiences her own version of “girl power” the likes of which she’s never seen! You might recall that last week, Whit’s high school friend (and infamous banana bread baker) Amanda came on the scene and bumped into Whit at the gay clerb, wanting to reconnect. She invited Whit to go horseback riding with her - and this week, it’s off to the races for Whit because she’s getting on Apollo, a massive and noble steed! But will Apollo buck Whit into the next generation? Or will Whit need to worry more about getting ridden than riding? Tune in to hear it all!
August 20 · 25 min
BONUS EPISODE - Whitney is Engaged!
The rumors (the ones about Whit being engaged, anyway) are TRUE! It feels like only a couple of months ago that Whit introduced us to her mystery man, Jake. Now they're going to be married! Jake proposed during a hike with a beautiful Aquamarine ring! We don't know the significance yet, but we do know there's a story there and we're reporting everything we've seen online, including some crazy rumors that at this point we can't confirm or deny.
August 19 · 1 hr 14 min
I Kissed a Girl (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 6, Part 1 Recap)
On this episode of The Plot Thickens, we're recapping Whit running into an old friend from high school who invites her to go horseback riding. But is there a horse big enough for Whit to ride, she wonders! And will Whit's horseback riding adventure turn into something of a Brokeback Mountain situation? Babs also plans a big surprise for Glenn for their 39th anniversary - we know how these two love their arbitrary anniversaries! But this year, Babs isn't giving Glenn the same old stuff, she's going BLONDE. Will Glenn recognize her? Will he feel like he's being serenaded by Jewel or will he wonder what stranger is at his anniversary dinner?
August 12 · 51 min
How Low Can Whit Go? (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 5, Part 2 Recap)
As usual, we’ve got a fun new episode for you this week! Whit is standing “ten toes” in her drama with Jiya, the owner of Trophy Wife Fitness, a competing dance crew to BGDC. But is it, really? Because Trophy Wife Fitness has an emphasis on FITNESS while BGDC really emphasizes the confidence building factor of dance. We also loop back with Buddy, who finally might be committing to taking his weight loss goals seriously, thanks to some gentle urging from Heather. Finally, in an ultimate twist of fate (and Whit’s rivalry with Jiya), Maney and Roy somehow talk Whit into a full blown dance battle - BGDC vs. Trophy Wife Fitness! But first, Whit will have to figure out what a dance battle is, because allegedly she’s never heard of one.
August 5 · 57 min
How Low Can Whit Go? (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 5, Part 1 Recap)
The rivalry between BGDC and the Trophy Wife Fitness girls is ON like Donkey Kong, and Whitney is attending rival Jiya's dance class. But Jiya's class isn't a bed of roses or a pleasure cruise - it's a full blown intense workout! Will Whit crumble when her skills get tested? Or will Whit be able to shock Jiya and her Trophy Wives at how low she can go? Also, Whit and the gang prep for Jiya and her Trophy Wives to step onto the BGDC turf, where Whitney has a couple of tricks up her sleeve. But will the Trophy Wives take kindly to those tricks and appreciate the homage, or will they be offended and will this feel more like Bring it On than a guest feature at a new dance class?
July 29 · 59 min
Judging Whitney (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 4, Part 2 Recap)
It's a rodeo on this episode of My Big Fat Fabulous Life - but don't worry, we're going to save a horse and ride a Big Girl - and not just any Big Girl; a member of the BGDC! Whit and the girls are suiting up in their best cowgirl attire to dance at the Folk Festival. They've got to practice in front of a highway and the big day is finally here - but BOY HOWDY are they about to get a dose of reality when Jiya, a self-made, smart mouthed gal with her own dance crew comes calling. But before that, Whitney's Dress as a Drink party is finishing up, and we've got to wonder what possessed Lennie to bring a Bloody Mary? And by that we mean, why would he bring a date to his ex-girlfriend's party? We've also got a shopping interlude at an antique shop with Whit and Babs, and some serious discussion on keeping a man (and why Babs can and Whit can't).
July 22 · 1 hr 8 min
Judging Whitney (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 4, Part 1 Recap)
On today's episode, "producer" Whit's editing skills are put to the test when she turns in the final cut of her Pride interview piece. Will it be the "Kiss" of death? Or will she prove herself to the 95.1 team? Next, Whit only has two days (per usual) to prep the BGDC girls for the Folk Festival performance. How will Whit get the group (including "struggling" dancer Tal) up-to-speed in time? But the main attraction this episode - Whit's housewarming party! What do Little Orphan Annie, rapper Ice-T, and a donkey have in common? Tune in to find out!
July 15 · 56 min
Baby Fat (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 3, Part 2 Recap)
In this episode, things are getting pretty gay - and don't worry, we mean that as a compliment (since Hilary Duff taught us right) because we're going to Charlotte, NC Pride, y'all! With Babs, Mattie, and Todd in tow, Whit's all ready for a gay old time! Whit's in the hot seat because she's trying to make content that can go on the Maney, Roy and LauRen show. She's doing "on the street" interviews and trying to get as many interesting answers as possible. Little does she know, there's something far more nefarious than bears, twinks or even platinum gays lurking and waiting for you, and it comes (unfortunately) straight (literally) from Philly. So sit back, relax and just remember not to talk and to only ask three questions!
July 8 · 1 hr 1 min
Baby Fat (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 3, Part 1 Recap)
This episode, we’re covering some explosive moments - and we’re not just talking about the fit Glenn Thore throws when he finds out Whitney is pregnant. Maybe it wasn’t just finding out the special news, but it was the fact that Glenn Thore had to find out from none other than COUSIN ALEXIS?!? Oh, the humanity! If you’re going to spill some tea, serve Glenn a cup before you guzzle the whole thing yourself! But there’s one catch that might make Glenn feel a bit better - it’s the fact that Whit isn’t actually pregnant and she finds that out at the doctor this episode! What a relief! But how will Whitney tell Lennie, who’s actually surprisingly excited about the whole thing? Also, as our B story, (as in BUDDY story), Buddy starts his own workout regimen with Will. But whether he’ll stick to it or get fired just like Whit was remains to be seen!
July 1 · 53 min
Immaculate Misconception (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 2, Part 2 Recap)
On today’s episode Whitney is flabbergasted. Not because she’s pregnant - nope, she’s finally in a place of acceptance about that. Whit’s breaking the news to the baby’s father, Lennie, who she “backslid” with after their breakup. When Lennie asks to see the positive pregnancy test, Whitney isn’t exactly thrilled at the implication that she could be lying. Does Lennie not believe her? And if Whit can deal with the reality of being knocked up at 370 lbs, why can’t Lennie accept the reality that he got her there? Was Whitney’s belief that Lennie would be accepting of the news and even maybe excited just an immaculate misconception?
June 24 · 58 min
Immaculate Misconception (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 2, Part 1 Recap)
This week, we’re recapping a big (pun intended) episode in MBFFL history - Whit confesses to none other than “Boo Bear” (her CURRENT best friend, Buddy) that she’s pregnant. Buddy doesn’t exactly take it how you’d think… Then the confession goes from 0-100 real quick when Maney, Roy and LauRen attempt to encourage Whit to take a pregnancy test LIVE on the air! Will Whitney do it? I mean, the show does come on super early in the morning so it’s not like Lennie (who we know loves to sleep in) would hear! But cousin Alexis might be another story…. Finally Buddy comes clean about his dissatisfaction with his weight. Whitney makes an interesting suggestion: she says Buddy should work out with Tal. Given their current status, a Buddy-Tal joint workout experience will certainly be interesting. Tune in now for all this and more!
June 17 · 1 hr 3 min
Knocked Up? (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 1, Part 2 Recap)
We ended Season 3 of MBFFL with a BANG - or was it a whimper on a couch between Whit and Lennie? Regardless, we're coming on really strong with Season 4 and no one is going to be disappointed! Because we're opening with a (the first of many) pregnancy scare that we did NOT see coming (this time around)! Whitney is feeling "nauseated" and can't even seem to keep food down these days - she's tired all the time and everything starts adding up to Heather, a two-time mom. Are Whit's symptoms a sign that she's pregnant? Or did she just poorly prep her Thai chicken from the night before? And we know that, since Whit hasn't been messing with anyone BUT Lennie, it must be his, so how will he react to the news that he's likely to be a DAD? The perfect episode for fathers day is HERE JUST IN TIME!
June 10 · 1 hr 4 min
Knocked Up? (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 4, Episode 1, Part 1 Recap)
This episode follows the newly single and newly BLONDE homeowner, Whitney! As is customary, just when all the things in Whitney’s life seem to be falling into place with her new home ownership and blonde ‘do, everything else falls spectacularly apart - Whit not only has a pregnancy scare that goes beyond just a missed period (she’s got the multiple pregnancy tests to prove it!) and she also works to balance the relationship with Buddy - who is now both her “buddy” and her tenant. Will Buddy finally sign a lease to show his commitment to staying in the house with Whit? Will Whit’s potential pregnancy lead to a rekindling between Whit and Lennie? Tune in and find out!
June 3 · 1 hr 8 min
The Skinny, Part 2 (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 3, Episode 11, Part 2 Recap)
FINALLY we are FINISHED with The Skinny - but don't worry - we're polishing it off and eating every last morsel up for your enjoyment and listening pleasure! Finally, we're bringing comedian Kerrin Feehan onto the love seat to discuss her views about fat people, and SPOILER ALERT: they haven't changed since her episode! Kerrin shows up rough and tumble and ready for a fight. But will she get it? Or will she just get confused? Then we've got a not-so-epic rap battle between Whit and Babs that ends in a stalemate. Whit also comments on what she thinks is to come in Season 4 - now that Lennie gave her some confessions about his enduring feelings for her, who knows what will happen next season?
May 27 · 1 hr 9 min
The Skinny, Part 2 (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 3, Episode 11, Part 1 Recap)
This week on The Skinny, we're dealing with some discomfort. There's not only the looming question of whether Whit and Lennie will rekindle their romance next season, but there's also the question of whether a workplace romance is lingering in the not-so-distant background. While Whit contends with some stunning confessions (Lennie still has feelings for her, Roy - not so much), she must decide whether Lennie's worth a second chance. We catch up on some "never-before-seen" footage as well, which sheds light (meh, not really) on the relationship between Whit and Lennie. We also learn who else might be jonesing after Roy - we'll give you a hint, she's a jungle cat and she's not who you'd expect!
May 20 · 1 hr 1 min
The Skinny (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 3, Episode 10, Part 2 Recap)
This episode covers The Skinny, the summary episode that we love to hate! We’ve not never-before-seen clips, like Whit humping the snow on the ground (why?), Lennie saying he’d be ok with Whitney buying her own engagement ring (ew…) and more! We also recap the St. Paddy’s Day Parade, where audience members (allegedly) say they’ve never seen a fat leprechaun, Caitie threatening to take over BGDC, and Lennie poorly guessing Whit’s favorite pizza toppings (sausage and “pepp” anyone?). Stay til the end of a big surprise - Lennie’s coming back post-breakup and he’s got some words for Whit!
May 13 · 49 min
The Skinny (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 3, Episode 10, Part 1 Recap)
This episode, Whit is recounting some of her favorite moments from Season 3! It's The Skinny! This year we've got a brand new host who's not shy about digging into some of our burning questions - does Whit really think she can be fat and fit at the same time? Did Whit and Buddy ever have a connection beyond friendship? And will Lennie try to work his way back into Whitney's heart post-breakup? All those questions and more get answered, and thank god we've got a couch full of co-stars to go through it with!
May 6 · 51 min
Big Fat Breakup (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 3, Episode 9, Part 2 Recap)
It’s the night of the big dance competition! This episode has us questioning everything - where will Whitney and Todd fall in the pecking order of dancers in the competition? Are Whit and Lennie going to be ok? Is Roy interested in Whitney as more than just a friend? Is Whitney ever going to climb those elusive stairs? Will it be enough to win Will back as a trainer? Tune in today to find out because we’ve got the answers to all these questions and more!
April 29 · 59 min
Big Fat Breakup (My Big Fat Fabulous Life - Season 3, Episode 9, Part 1 Recap)
Get ready, because this week’s recap of My Big Fat Fabulous Life Season 3, Episode 9 is serving drama, determination, and a whole lot of Whitney realness. In this episode, emotions run high as Whitney continues pushing toward her goals—but not without hitting a few bumps (okay, maybe speed bumps) along the way. From navigating complicated friendships to proving—once again—that she’s not here for anyone’s doubts, Whitney brings both heart and heat. We’ll break down the standout moments, the awkward tensions you felt through the screen, and the little victories that remind us why we root for her. Plus, we’re asking the important questions: who’s being supportive, who’s being shady, and what would we do in Whitney’s shoes? So grab your snacks and your sass, because this episode gives us plenty to talk about—and we’re diving into all of it.
April 27 · 1 hr 13 min
Bonus Series: Duggars and the IBLP (Part 2)
Back by popular demand, we’re reloading some of our most successful podcast episodes of all time - they’re on one of our other favorite shows from the TLC Universe, 19 Kids and Counting! As much as we live for the Whitney updates, we also are ten toes deep on the Duggar updates, and mostly are living for any accountability that comes Josh’s (and others’) way! We’re bringing you all back to the background of the Duggar family so you can see how this monster was created; why he was allowed to behave the way he did and how he thrived in a patriarchal environment where women are second-class citizens who worship their husbands with the “adoring gaze” and men who step out of bounds are only made to “confess” to Church Elders, rather than police. This is the beginning of a more in-depth series that we hope to revisit when the time is right, but we’ve gotten lots of interest and are giving the people what they want!

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