Shirts in the Pool: Recent Episodes
Tank Smith and Mike Horn
Two perpetually fat best friends Mike Horn and Tank Smith losing weight for money and clout. Put on those shirts and hop in the deep end.
This week on Shirts in the Pool, we're joined by comedian and musician Ryan Darling of Good Cop/Rad Cop! We swap running stories and dig into growing up in '90s/'00s diet culture, the allure of buffets, and the trial-and-error of finding a way of eating that actually works. Ryan talks about journaling every day, trying to quit his phone, and reframing self-love as an active practice. He recently hit 120 days of sobriety, and we look at how that's reshaped his sleep, energy, and self-talk. We get into Good Cop/Rad Cop, what it's like getting to work with your best friend, and their shows opening for Dropkick Murphys. And of course, we bond over our shared love of the former Chattanooga classic Cheeburger Cheeburger. We had a lot of fun recording this — we know you'll enjoy it!
Be sure to follow Ryan on Instagram at @yadonthavetocallmedarlin. You can follow Good Cop Rad Cop at @goodcop_radcop. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we're kicking it solo and catching y'all up on life. We open up about recent weight gain, struggles with overeating, and the emotional ups and downs that come with trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle. We unpack the pressure of public expectations, dig into patterns of self-sabotage and binge eating, and talk honestly about what accountability looks like. Most importantly, we look ahead—focusing on growth, healthier habits, and making positive changes moving forward.
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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we're joined by Atlanta comedian and actor, Brittany Dent! Brittany shares her journey growing up as a theater kid in a small military town in South Georgia, her early dreams of becoming a theater teacher, and how that path ultimately led her to the stage as a stand-up comedian and actor.
In this honest conversation, Brittany keeps it 100 — opening up about the need to normalize uncomfortable conversations, the power of speaking up for yourself, and the importance of therapy and setting personal boundaries.
We also reignite the age-old Standups vs. Improv feud, talk shirts at the beach, and dig into why self-awareness in comedy is half the battle (the other half being funny). Brittany drops gems on self-promotion, creating opportunities when none exist, and navigating the ever-evolving world of social media.
Be sure to follow Brittany on Instagram at @brittanydoescomedy. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we’re joined by America’s Gay Christian Sweetheart, comedian Ian Aber. We dive into growing up with complicated family dynamics and how that shaped his views on food, identity, and comedy.
We explore the challenges of the comedy lifestyle when you’re trying to eat well and actually take care of yourself. Ian opens up about binge eating and body image, sharing how Ozempic helped quiet the constant food noise, shift his habits, and ultimately save him more money than he was spending on DoorDash.
Plus, we get into how therapy has helped him break unhealthy food cycles, navigate self-sabotage, and push back against negative self-talk.
This episode was a blast to record — we know you’ll enjoy it!
Be sure to follow Ian on Instagram at @abearcomedian. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we’re joined by Meghan and Vannessa from TLC’s 1000-lb Best Friends. In this heartfelt and candid conversation, Meghan and Vannessa open up about their weight loss journeys, body image struggles, and the emotional highs and lows of transformation. We talk about swimming with loose skin, dating after weight loss, and why being on reality TV can be both inspiring and frustrating. They share their thoughts on self-acceptance, the power of friendship, and their hopes for the future—Vannessa with her new job at Smoothie King, and Meghan dreaming of opening a cat sanctuary. Both are driven to motivate and uplift others through their stories. Fans of 1000-lb Best Friends will love the behind-the-scenes stories, hilarious recaps, and the moments they wish had made it to air. Be sure to follow them both! You can find Meghan at @meghan_1000lbbestfriends and Vannessa at @vannessa_1kbestfriends. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we’re joined by comedian and Roast Battle League MVP Shelley Gruenberg. Shelley shares her journey from being diagnosed with diabetes at 24 to losing 70 pounds over a year and a half through diet and exercise. She talks about the emotional and social aspects of her weight loss, including the impact of her new body on her interactions and the challenges of maintaining her health while traveling for comedy. She also touches on the importance of setting boundaries around eating and the support she received from friends. Our conversation ends with Shelley giving practical, real-world advice for anyone dealing with similar health struggles. We loved this episode and know you will too!
Be sure to follow Shelley on Instagram at @notshelleyjo. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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This week, we’re excited to be joined by Scott Bagwill from TLC’s 1000-lb Best Friends. New to the show for Season 3, he gives us a look at how he came to be a part of it, and what it was like joining our favorite reality tv cast. Scott takes us behind the scenes of what you don't get to see on camera, what it's like losing weight in front of millions, and sharing the screen with perhaps the biggest star of Season 3, his mom. Scott updates us on how his life has changed since we last saw him, the importance of remembering your "why" when on your health journey, and the positive role that therapy has played in his life. Of course, we also dive into some of our favorite unforgettable moments from the season: Meatballgate, speed dating, the string cheese incident, and Scott’s journey toward bariatric surgery. You won't want to miss this honest, funny, and inspiring conversation. Be sure to follow Scott on Instagram at @scott_1kbestfriends. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we’re joined by comedian and artist Mira Mason.
We talk about her journey of reclaiming her body through strength training, working with a coach, and the confidence that comes from getting stronger. A bonafide horse girl, Mira grew up in Arizona riding roughstock, keyhole, and barrel racing — she soon found out you can’t be a fat girl and be a rodeo queen.
We dive into binge eating, growing up with an almond mom, and the comfort of finding someone you can eat around. Mira also explains why being called “brave” for your outfit isn’t helpful, rates Mike’s Bumble profile, confirms his emoji game is way too slutty, and recounts her recent lube wrestling victory.
Together, we reflect on growing up around skinny kids, the disconnect between old photos and self-image, and what it really means to feel at home in your body. As Mira puts it: “At its core, you want to feel better, you want to be able to move better, and feel better in your body.”
You can follow Mira on Instagram at @flesheating_virus_ and be sure to check out her monthy show, High Voltage Comedy at Culture Shock! You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we’re joined by actor, writer, and comedian Peyton Johnson. We dive into her comedy pilot, Office of Residence Life, inspired by her time as a college RA.
Meant to be a performer, Peyton shares her journey from majoring in musical theatre to acting at Atlanta’s Shakespeare Tavern. We talk stand-up, Pilates (we finally learn what it actually is), and what it’s like being in an interracial best friend couple.
She also tells a Valentine’s Day story involving a peanut butter cookie, an allergic reaction, and an unexpected trip to the ER — romantic, right?
We get into dating and why the approach is still respected, Peyton puts Mike’s dating profile under the microscope, and we all agree that “Group Soup” should never be allowed. Tune in for laughs, stories, and a sneak peek at a future comedy special we’re already looking forward to.
You can follow Peyton on Instagram at @notoriouspey and find her giving tours of Atlanta on the Funny Bus. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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Welcome back to Shirts in the Pool!
This week we are joined by comedian Sherry Beersdorf. We talk growing up religous in the south, why comedy feels like the new youth group, and how working out really does help (even if we hate to admit it). We unpack how body dysmorphia affects us on the daily, the allure of Door Dashing Ozempic, and how our relationships with our bodies shape how we see ourselves. We also dive into body image, gender identity, and the complicated feelings that come with figuring yourself out. We loved this conversation and know you will too!
You can follow Sherry on Instagram at @sherrybeersdorf and on Tiktok at @sherrybeersdorf.
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This week, we’re joined by Ashely Sutton from TLC’s 1000-lb Best Friends for one of our most honest and hilarious episodes yet. Ashely gets real about the emotional side of losing weight on camera—what people don’t see behind the scenes, the pressure of public opinion, and how food, friendship, and self-worth are all tangled up in the process. We talk about emotional eating, dating with body dysmorphia, finding confidence after surgery, and the chaos of Meatballgate. Plus, Ashely shares how taking a break helped her reset—and what keeps her going now. It’s funny, unfiltered, and full of heart. Follow Ashely on Instrgram at @ashthebff. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we’re joined by our new friend, the hilarious Amber Autry—stand-up comedian, podcaster, and one of the newest additions to Netflix Is a Joke (congrats, Amber!). She pulled up from Nashville for the West End Comedy Festival, and we were lucky enough to sit down and talk about everything from food and comedy to therapy and self-worth. We dive into what it’s like growing up without seeing yourself represented, the shame cycle of wearing shirts in the pool, and how early insecurities follow us into adulthood. Amber shares insights from her own therapy journey (and how to find a good therapist), plus what it’s like balancing comedy and emotional work on the road. If you love laughing through the real stuff, this one’s for you. Follow Amber at @amberautrycomedy, and check out her podcast I'm Fine, It's Fine for more laughs and life tools. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we sit down with comedian Cori Isla. Kicking things off, she breaks down her epic Halloween experience dressing as Pikachu. We ask, “Can we stop commenting on other people’s bodies?!” Cori also dives into her dad’s weight loss journey with Ozempic and the challenges of reconciling with a smaller self-image. We explore the importance of therapy during major weight loss transformations, discuss roast battles, and unpack why fat jokes sometimes hit different. You can follow Cori on Instagram at @extragravybiscuit and on Tiktok at @Extragravybiscuitt.
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On this episode of Shirts in the Pool, we sit down with strength coach and nutritional therapist Lainie Cassel.
You can follow Lainie at @casselwellness and check out her website here. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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On this episode of Shirts in the Pool, we sit down with comedian and actor Darcy Pierce. Darcy opens up about living with gastroparesis—a condition that's reshaped her relationship with food, comfort, and body image.
We talk about the long, frustrating process of trial and error she went through to figure out what she could and couldn’t eat—journaling every bite, testing her limits, and sometimes planning to feel sick just for a moment of normalcy. We also get into what it’s like navigating restaurants, holidays, and dating with a body that doesn’t always cooperate.
Darcy also shares the story behind her femme and queer-centered open mic, Finca Too Funny, and how she’s helping carve out space in Atlanta’s comedy scene.
You can follow Darcy at @itsdarcypierce and check out her weekly open mic at @fincatoofunny. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here.
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On this episode of Shirts in the Pool, we sit down with comedian Drew Harrison for a hilarious and honest conversation about fat jokes, fast food addictions, and finding confidence in comedy. Drew shares stories about his weight loss journey, growing up in North Carolina, and the absurdity of fat jokes. We also dive into: 🍗 The best and worst of fast food (and why quitting it is harder than quitting alcohol) 🏋️♂️ The mental struggle of losing weight and dealing with body dysmorphia 🏈 Our favorite fat athletes and why being a backup QB is the dream job 🎤 How stand-up comedy and weight loss intersect, from self-deprecating jokes to unwanted audience participation
Plus, we debate the best BBQ styles, our all-time favorite sandwich chains, and why every fat guy secretly wishes they were a pro skateboarder.
You can follow Drew at @laughwithharrison and check out his podcasts here.
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This week on Shirts in the Pool, we sit down with comedian Hillary R. Heath to take a deep dive into the world of weight loss medications, specifically GLP-1s like Ozempic and Mounjaro. Hillary shares her personal experience with compounded Tirzepatide, explains how these meds actually work, and gives us an exclusive look behind the curtain at the booming industry driving them. As a marketing professional for the telemedicine company Orderly Meds, Hillary also sheds light on how these medications are prescribed, the role of compounding pharmacies, and the pushback from big pharmaceutical companies. We explore the stigma around medical weight loss, the current shortage crisis, and whether fast-food corporations are secretly sabotaging our health. Along the way, we talk food noise, binge eating, sleep apnea, and how weight loss meds are reshaping the conversation around obesity. You can follow Hillary at @hillaryrheath and check out her podcast here.
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West End Comedy Festival - March 7-8th, 2025
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On this week's episode of Shirts in the Pool, we sit down with comedian and voice actor Micah Caldwell to discuss her personal journey with Ozempic and other GLP-1 medications. Having used these weight-loss drugs for eight years, Micah opens up about what led her to try them, her experience with the treatment, and why she ultimately decided to stop. We dive into the mental toll of constant dieting and exercise, and explore the idea that true happiness lies in embracing self-worth beyond the number on the scale.
You can follow Micah at @micahonmic and check out her website here.
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West End Comedy Festival - March 7-8th, 2025
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On this week's episode of Shirts in the Pool, comedian Jacob Jonas joins us to talk about growing up as a fat kid, the wild realities of binge eating, and why his dad’s poolside commentary still haunts him. We discuss our complicated relationships with food, the social stigma around weight loss drugs like Ozempic, and whether AI is conspiring to erase fat people.
In 2024, Jacob traveled the country interviewing people about their thoughts on the upcoming Presidential election. You can check out The United Reckoning here.
You can follow Jacob on Instagram at @jenkem_jones and on youtube here.
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On this week's episode of Shirts in the Pool, we sit down with our friend, comedian, Leah Bia. In town from New York, we caught up with Leah just days before her first-ever bikini bodybuilding competition*! She gives us an inside look at her preparation, shares what it’s like being new to the world of bodybuilding, and helps us gain a whole new respect for the art of posing. We discuss the mental and physical side of competing, how she stays disciplined, and look how she's able to balance both comedy and bodybuilding. Plus, we catch up with Leah post-competition to hear all about her experience, how it went, and what’s next on her fitness journey.
We really enjoyed our conversation with Lia and know you'll enjoy it as well!
You can follow Leah on Instagram at @itsleahbia.
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*Sponsored by Dynamic El Dorado
On this week's episode of Shirts in the Pool, we welcome our friend, comedian, Amber Chandler. As big fans of My 600lb Life, Mike and Amber bond over their shared admiration of Dr. Now, we look at the nuances of the fat acceptance and body positivity movements, and discover what makes Disney World the most fat-friendly park. We explore the emotional connections we have with food, unpack the exhaustion that comes with endless dieting, why sauces are a diet's best friend, and agree that aisle seats are King.
We really enjoyed our conversation with Amber and know you'll enjoy it as well!
You can follow Amber on Instagram at @amberjanaeokay. You can follow Hissy Fit Comedy at @hissyfitcomedy.
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On this week's episode of Shirts in the Pool, we welcome our good friend Jordan Parrish to discuss her journey from high school athlete to college theatre kid to working actor and comedian. We bond over growing up as bigger athletes, look back at our "Freshman 15", and compare the challenges of pursuing comedy and acting. We also discuss being cast at different sizes and the kinds of roles offered to bigger women. She even offers us a few dating tips!
We really enjoyed our conversation with Jordan, recorded late 2023, and are thrilled to finally be sharing it with you. Thank you, Jordan!
You can follow Jordan on Instagram at @jordan_parrish.
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REBOOT! Shirts in the Pool is returning to your feeds with brand new episodes. After a long hiatus, Mike and Tank are back to talk about the last 16 months and what's new. Mike's now lost 200 lbs! And Tank's biking more than ever after a 3000-mile year!
Join us as we turn the page with a new season of interviews, fat-rants, and conversations documenting the highs and lows of our 3 year, 300lb-combined weight loss journey.
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Hey Shirt Gang! We have missed you! We’re back with a post-triathlon and summer wrap-up episode! First, we recap the big race and reflect on the latest milestone in our journey so far. Tank talks about recovering from a hamstring injury, and rediscovering his identity as an athlete. Mike shares about hitting a wall and trying to get back into training. We also decide to call this our season finale and look towards the future of Shirts in the Pool. Be sure to listen to hear what’s next on the horizon!
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Welcome back Shirt Fam! This week we are joined by Friend of the Podcast, Atlanta based comedian, Brandon Duncan. Brandon shares with us his recent health journey of losing 90 lbs, getting sober, and the positive impact it has had on his life. We talk overcoming the challenge of "All or Nothing" dieting, celebrating those non-scale victories, and how his world has changed in the past 18 months. You can follow Brandon on Instagram at @noinstadunc.
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Happy 4th Shirt Fam! This week's episode is a special one. Not only are we celebrating Joey Chestnut's 16th victory in the Nathan's Famous Hotdog Eating contest, but this week we ran our first 10k! On Tuesday, we woke up way too early to run in the 2023 Peachtree Road Race, a milestone we've been looking forward to for a while now.
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Hey Shirt Fam! We're back and feeling better than ever! This week we take a look back at our recent trip to Bonnaroo. We camped for five nights, saw 30+ concerts, ran our first 5k, took almost 150,000 steps, and had the time of our lives!
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Hey Shirt Fam! We're back with a quick update before we hop in the car and head up to Manchester, TN for Bonnaroo 2023! We're running our first 5k on Saturday so send all the good vibes our way! We'll see you soon.
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FAT. Why is it so hard to talk about, or even say out loud? We dig into it with this week’s guest, Atlanta-based comedian, Ally Edge. She shares with us her story of losing over 130lbs, her decision to get weight-loss surgery, and how it feels being on the other side. We look at how dating and fashion has changed for her, and discuss the stigma of deciding to use tools for weight-loss (i.e. surgery, Ozempic). You can follow Ally on Instagram at @allyedge.
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Best of Atlanta Live Taping - Asheville, NC June 7th 7pm
Shirts in the Pool is back with another friendly update! Mike joins Tank in biking enthusiasm and Tank has a close call with a timeshare purchase. Mike also talks about mental health and the decision to take meds. Finally, we begin to consider the question: What if it’s totally reasonable to take a weight-loss drug for the rest of your life?
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Best of Atlanta Live Taping - Asheville, NC June 7th 7pm
This week’s episode features actor and comedian Vas Sanchez, recent winner of the Atlanta comedy weight loss competition. Vas sits down with us and shares what his winning regimen looks like and how positive self-talk can make all the difference. We look at how his relationship with food has changed, bond over the struggle to find clothes as big guys, and learn that eating 129 chicken wings is still not enough to win a contest.
You can catch Vas all over Atlanta performing standup. He hosts monthly shows at Elsewhere Brewing (Third Monday), Three Taverns (Last Wednesday), and Second Self Brewing (Last Friday). You can follow Vas on Instagram at @the_vas_sanchez_.
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Hey Shirt Gang! We're back from break and better than ever! This week we catch you up on what we've been up to for the past few weeks. Mike finds himself a personal trainer, hits his Healthywage goal, and Tank procures a bicycle off of Craigslist. It's a great time to be alive. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here. You can follow us on Instagram at @tankfunkadelic and @mikeymikehorn.
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Hey Shirt fam! This week Tank is fresh off a trip to Raleigh and Mike is more dialed into his weight loss than ever. We look ahead at Mike's upcoming triathlon, and use the BMI calculator to figure out what it would take for us to no longer be classified as obese. We also talk "dieting" and discuss how simple substitutions have made a huge difference in our weight loss journey. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here. You can follow us on Instagram at @tankfunkadelic and @mikeymikehorn.
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Shirts In the Pool Shopping List
Tortillas - Mr. Tortilla
Wraps - La Banderita Carb Counter Wraps
Pitas - Joseph's Pita Bread
Bread - Healthy Life
Ground Beef - Laura's Lean Beef
Chips/Crackers - Blue Diamond Almond Nut-Thins
Yogurt - Oikos Triple Zero
This week we welcome into the pool, Atlanta based comedian, Luke Bentley. Luke recently competed in a comedy weight loss competition and successfully lost 47.5 lbs. We look at how he did it, talk fat camp (he went to the real Camp Hope), standup comedy, and growing up as big dude. You can catch Luke the first Saturday of every month hosting Big Luke's Roast Battle at 10pm at Dynamic El Dorado. You can follow Luke on Instagram at @lukebentley.
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As promised, we have an episode for you post-vacation. One of the hardest parts of coming back from a vacation, especially one as food and booze heavy as ours, is getting back to the routines we had before. This week, we have a quick conversation about not wanting the vacation lifestyle to end, and how easy it can be to go back to old habits. How do we acknowledge our fear of gaining weight without letting it stop us from enjoying life? And what other ways can we find pleasure outside of food and other instant gratifications? We talk about it and much more on this week’s episode of Shirts in the Pool! You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here. You can follow us on Instagram at @tankfunkadelic and @mikeymikehorn.
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We’re back! Kinda. We’re both home after a much needed vacation for the last 10 days. That being said, we’re tired! So here’s a quick update, and we’ll see you later this week with a full episode. We learned a lot about ourselves on our trip, and we can’t wait to share more. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here. You can follow us on Instagram at @tankfunkadelic and @mikeymikehorn.
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This week's episode of Shirts in the Pool is very special because we have our second-ever guest on the show: our roommate and comedian Jason Zaremba! Jason has known us since our days in Raleigh, and had a front row seat to our habits the last two years in Atlanta. Jason guesses our starting weights, shares his dislike of having to eat everyday, and reminds us that non-fat people think about their bodies too. We also put Jason’s movie brain to work as we tear apart a TERRIBLE Top 10 Fat Characters in Movie & TV countdown and suggest our own. Hint: They’re all Kevin James. You can follow Jason on Instagram at @jasonzcomedy. You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here. You can follow us on Instagram at @tankfunkadelic and @mikeymikehorn.
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Hey Shirt fam! This weeks episode is all about clothes and how we've managed to dress ourselves this long. The clothes we wear are one of the biggest ways we can express ourselves, but when you're big, it can be hard to find things that fit and feel good. Tank went on a little adventure through big and tall sections, plus-size sections, and the Dillard Woman. Mike offers some tips on cheap ways to look nice and why effort goes a long way.
Send us your favorite wardrobe tips! You can follow all things Shirts in the Pool here. You can follow us on Instagram at @tankfunkadelic and @mikeymikehorn.
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Conspiracy Beer Me Live Show March 8th
This week we welcome our first guest into the pool, Atlanta based comedian, Laura Garner. We talk growing up chubby, why she made the decision to get healthier, and look at her journey of losing 100lbs. We explore how the world and dating have changed since her weight loss, and why ultimately being healthy for yourself is the most fulfilling. You can follow Laura on Instagram at @lauragarner_.
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Intro/Outro: John Riccitelli
Conspiracy Beer Me Live Show March 8th
See Laura Do Comedy - Round Trip Brewing Feb 23rd 7:30pm
Another week, another shirt in the pool. In this week's episode, we catch up again on our weight loss journey: Tank has won his HealthyWage and is now $1300 richer, Mike is going home and doing comedy again, and we're both getting ready to show our bods on a cruise. We also briefly consider the "Fat Guy-Hawaiian Shirt Paradigm" and the cuteness factor of wearing matching outfits.
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Intro/Outro: John Riccitelli
Conspiracy Beer Me Live Show March 8th
This week we take a trip back in time to July of 2022. We initially recorded this episode intending to release it on Patreon one day, but we decided this was a great episode to share from the early days of our weight loss journey. For reference, Mike is in his first month of HealthyWage, and Tank has just hit the 40lbs lost. This episode is a true example of the ups and downs of weight loss. Listen as we look back at our week, attempt to avoid the temptation of a weekend binge, and try our best to stay the course.
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This week's episode covers a little bit of everything so we're just calling it a "Fat Chat." We talk about dealing with compliments and the pressure of not gaining. Does losing weight change your personality? Is wanting to look better for dating a good thing? We unpack it all this week on Shirts in the Pool!
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“What is your love language?” is a popular question in dating to help people understand how they give and receive love. It got us thinking: if we could understand our ‘food languages’, then maybe we could understand how we eat. Are we emotional eaters, or are we ‘fog’ eaters? We found some answers and decided to sit down and talk about it. We also open up about binge eating and the golden age of buffets. Hear that and more in this week’s episode of Shirts in the Pool!
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Welcome to the Shirts in the Pool!
Hey everyone, Mike and Tank here! For both of us, our relationships with our weight and bodies began at a young age. Being the "fat kid" was foundational to our sense of humor, our eating habits, and even the types of parents we want to be. This week we decided to look back and talk fat kid stuff. What was Tank's worst nickname in high school? What would Mike tell his child self? Find out in episode 3!
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Welcome to the Shirts in the Pool!
Hey everyone, Mike and Tank here! Welcome back to Shirts in the Pool. Today we're taking a look at HealthyWage, a website that actually pays you money to lose weight. The only catch is that you have to risk some of your own money, and if you don't lose the weight, you lose your money. Last year we decided try it and have since lost a combined 100 pounds with a possible prize of $3500 still up for grabs.
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Intro/Outro: John Riccitelli
Welcome to the Shirts in the Pool!
Hey everyone, Mike and Tank here! This is the first episode of Shirts in the Pool. We're calling this Episode 0 because we just wanted to introduce ourselves and give you a preview of the show. Check back next week to hear about our weight loss bets and our progress so far.
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Intro/Outro: John Riccitelli
Artwork: Shane Smith
Special Thanks: Noni Shemenski, Sophia Soma