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The government in South Korea hopes money will persuade young recluses out of their homes. Hannah Gelbart talks to BBC reporter Hyunjung Kim in Seoul.

Also in this episode Lizzo is being sued by three of her former dancers over claims including sexual harassment and fat shaming. The ‘About Damn Time’ singer is known for celebrating her body and self-love, so this has come as a surprise to many. This got us thinking about body shaming around the world.

We hear from fat activist James O’Hagan in Ireland, and Esther Ogola in Kenya. At the time of recording Lizzo hadn’t responded to the BBC’s request for comment.

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Presenter: Hannah Gelbart
Producers: Mora Morrison and William Lee Adams
Editors: Verity Wilde and Simon Peeks

Update 3 August: Since the recording Lizzo has responded to allegations describing them as "false" and "outrageous".

Published on Wednesday, 2nd August 2023.

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