VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER?
Sat 17 Oct · 16:15
Montpellier Gardens
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The discussion on 17 October 2026 at Montpellier Gardens in Cheltenham will examine the current state of body positivity in light of societal pressures from media and weight-loss drugs. Various speakers will contribute to this critical conversation.
With weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro making headlines and extreme thinness once again dominating Hollywood and social media, are we witnessing a fundamental shift in beauty standards? Campaigner Sophia Kaur Badhan and author and body image advocate Stephanie Yeboah chat to Daze Aghaji about body positivity, weight-loss culture and the impact of changing ideals on our health and wellbeing. @sophiakaurbadhan @stephanieyeboah Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Literature Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
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VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER? takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 16:15.
VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER? is held at Montpellier Gardens in Cheltenham (VOICEBOX, Montpellier Gardens, Sandford, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom).
Entry to VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER? is free.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Montpellier Gardens can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER? can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER?
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The discussion on 17 October 2026 at Montpellier Gardens in Cheltenham will examine the current state of body positivity in light of societal pressures from media and weight-loss drugs. Various speakers will contribute to this critical conversation.
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With weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro making headlines and extreme thinness once again dominating Hollywood and social media, are we witnessing a fundamental shift in beauty standards? Campaigner Sophia Kaur Badhan and author and body image advocate Stephanie Yeboah chat to Daze Aghaji about body positivity, weight-loss culture and the impact of changing ideals on our health and wellbeing. @sophiakaurbadhan @stephanieyeboah Get ahead of your Festival reading and visit the Waterstones Cheltenham Literature Festival bookshop and support Cheltenham Festivals with every purchase.
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Montpellier GardensVOICEBOX, Montpellier Gardens, Sandford, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom
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When is VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER??
VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER? takes place on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 16:15.
Where is VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER? taking place?
VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER? is held at Montpellier Gardens in Cheltenham (VOICEBOX, Montpellier Gardens, Sandford, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom).
How much are tickets for VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER??
Entry to VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER? is free.
Is there anywhere to stay near VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER??
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Montpellier Gardens can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER??
Tickets for VOICEBOX: IS BODY POSITIVITY OVER? can be booked via cheltenhamfestivals.org using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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VOICEBOX, Montpellier Gardens, Sandford, Montpellier, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, United Kingdom
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