CBS Radio Host Mike Adam “The Block Button is My Best Friend”
December 7, 2016 by Jacob Burman
Filed under Featured, Guys, Mental Health, Music, Role Models
Please tell us about yourself and what you do? I’m a host for CBS Radio, on 96.5 AMP Radio in Philly Monday through Friday, then on 92.3 AMP Radio in NYC Saturday and Sunday. Clearly, I’m a workaholic, haha. But I love what I do. Aside from radio, I do some web hosting and TV […]
Femininity and sexism
June 19, 2015 by Caroline Vetter
Filed under Activism, Empowerment, Finding Your Voice
Why are qualities that are considered stereotypically feminine so often dismissed with negativity? Why is it that crying is weak, and why is it that even now a woman is often the one responsible for affection and nurturing? The only answer I can come up with is that sexism still plays a big role in […]
Interview: How Model Brian Shimansky Creates Better Living Space
October 20, 2014 by Jacob Burman
Filed under Body Image, Empowerment, Featured, Healthy Eating, Role Models
Please tell us about yourself and what you do? I was born and raised in New Jersey, and I’ve been modeling for six years, I’m currently with Soul Artist Management in New York. Can you tell us a bit about any upcoming projects or events that you are working on? Lookout for a new Versace […]
NBA Scout, Stephen Gertz, talks about being positive and listening to one another
October 7, 2014 by mamaV
Filed under Body Image, Empowerment, Featured, Guys, Healthy Communication, Healthy Coping, Healthy Eating, Livin in the Moment, Martial Arts, Mindfulness, Role Models, Self-Acceptance, Self-Care, Self-Compassion, Sharing Feelings, Stress Management, Wellness
Please tell us about yourself and what you do? My name is Stephen Gertz. I am a regional NBA scout for E.V. Hoops (based in Philadelphia). Although, I should specify that I’ll be officially starting this fall when the 2014-2015 NCAA season begins. Can you tell us a bit about any upcoming projects or events […]
Interview: Dion von Moltke and the Pursuit of Performance
September 4, 2014 by Jacob Burman
Filed under Athletes, Featured, Fitness, Healthy Eating, Livin in the Moment, Nutrition, Weight Stigma
We catch up with race car driver Dion Von Moltke, “To be honest, I don’t care how my body looks.”
Meet Matt Wetsel, the Newest WATRD Contributor
February 22, 2013 by Matt Wetsel
Filed under Anorexia, Body Image, Eating Disorders, EDNOS, Featured, Guys, Males with Eating Disorders, Mental Health
Hello, Real Deal readers! My name is Matt Wetsel and I wanted to introduce myself as one of the newest contributors to ‘We Are the Real Deal.’ I’m excited by the premises and guidelines of the Real Deal pledge, and I’m looking forward to adding my own experience and voice to the already excellent body […]
Lil Wayne, S.W.A.G and The Nothing: Marketing Rape Culture to Communities of Color is a Never Ending Story(Trigger Warning Graphic Images)
February 19, 2013 by Sonya Renee
Filed under Activism, Featured, Politics
Commercial Hip Hop has became a desolate land where “bandz will make her dance”, sex addiction is celebrated in lyrics like “Yeah I like to F*ck! I got a f*ckin problem”, and if there is a room full of liquor, well… dive in! Ours is a world where everyone is too sex crazed and Ciroc high […]
