Season 1, Episode 3 - Obsessed with Beauty (1989)
The Angela Show
Details
Collection:LSA
Genre: Panel
Place Covered: Louisiana General, 1989, 1980s
Copyright Holder: Louisiana Department of State
Date Issued: 2024-07-23
Duration: 00:22:46
Subjects: Eating Disorders | Health | Beauty Standards
Contributors:
- Hill, Angela Host
Description
Angela Hill and panel discuss American's obsession with beauty. Guests include "Pam" (alias), a recovering eating disorder patient, Susan Williard, Director of the Eating Disorder Clinic within Tulane Medical Center's Department of Psychiatry and Neurology, and John Jay, President of Intercoiffure America. Topics include "Pam's" personal struggles with anorexia, recovery, and body image, and the history of eating disorders. Panelists also discuss beauty standards and societal pressures, especially towards American women. Air date: December 14, 1989.