Confidence, Diversity & Why Ugly Is Trending | Tess Holliday x Joy Taylor

Joy Taylor sits down with model, author, and activist Tess Holliday for an unfiltered conversation on beauty, body positivity, and self-love. Tess opens up about her journey from the South to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in fashion and activism.

In this candid interview, Joy and Tess discuss:

Tess Holliday’s new book "Take Up Space, Y’all" and why she wrote it for the next generation

The pressures of beauty standards in the age of Instagram and celebrity culture

How to overcome shame, embrace self-confidence, and find real empowerment

Parenting, resilience, and navigating online hate with grace

The future of inclusivity in media and fashion

This is a powerful, funny, and deeply honest conversation you don’t want to miss.

📚 Pre-order Tess’s book "Take Up Space, Y’all: A Bold and Bright Guide to Self-Love" (out August 26)
📲 Follow Tess Holliday on Instagram: @TessHolliday
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