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New film profiles the battle to fight weight discrimination in Massachusetts

The latest Made Here series premiere Weight, What? from Boston-based filmmaker Sarah Furie examines the effects of weight stigma and discrimination in Massachusetts. The film profiles the efforts in the state to change legislation, protecting its residents from discrimination based on body size.

Weight, What? premieres on Vermont Public's main TV channel 8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14 and is available now on demand.

Eric Ford worked for Vermont Public from 2016 to 2025 as Director of Programming Partnership.