Dear Prudence

I Want People to Shut Up! Help!

Jenée Desmond-Harris is joined by author and podcaster Aubrey Gordon.

Episode Notes

In this episode, Aubrey Gordon (who you may also know as “Your Fat Friend”) joins Prudie (Jenée Desmond-Harris) to answer letters from readers about how to handle unwanted comments about Ozempic-fueled weight loss, how to get people to stop talking so much, and how to deal with the stress of a unconventional—and potentially disruptive—wedding guest.

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This podcast is produced by Se’era Spragley Ricks, Daisy Rosario, and Jenée Desmond-Harris, with help from Maura Currie.

About the Show

Dear Prudence is Slate's advice podcast, where Prudie responds to your questions about relationships at home, work, and beyond. Join “Prudie” Jenee Desmond Harris and a guest each week as they offer helpful answers to your problems. Need help? Ask Prudie. All episodes

Host

  • Jenée Desmond-Harris is a Slate staff writer and editor. She writes the Dear Prudence advice column and previously worked at the New York Times, Vox.com and the Root.