James Hynson

James Hynson - widely recognised online as @stannum - is a thoughtful advocate for size diversity, kink awareness, and intersectional inclusion within the gainer and feedist communities. As co-host of Thicc Radio, James brings depth, humour, and heart to every episode, using his personal experiences and curiosity to spark meaningful conversations and foster greater understanding.

A long-standing member of the community, James creates content that is both provocative and educational, blending cultural analysis with personal narrative to challenge assumptions and elevate underrepresented voices. Across social media and livestreams, he engages audiences in discussions around fatness, kink, identity, and stigma, always intending to build a more inclusive and informed space.

James’s work has also received recognition beyond the community. In 2023, he appeared in a feature-length documentary exploring gaining and feedism, offering a candid and personal perspective that resonated with viewers and helped demystify the subculture. He has since been invited onto several other podcasts and programs to discuss the intricacies of gaining, the intersection of kink and identity, and the social and emotional dimensions of life as a gainer.

James isn’t just speaking to gainers and feedists; he’s championing visibility and connection for the broader plus-size and queer communities. Through his own gaining journey, he models vulnerability and self-acceptance, encouraging others to explore their identities without shame or fear.

Professionally, James brings a diverse background across multiple industries, which he draws on to enrich his storytelling and perspective. His personal mission, deeply influenced by his relationship with faith, gender identity, and self-love, fuels his work as a community steward and public voice. With a sharp wit and a grounded sense of empathy, James weaves complex themes into accessible, enlightening dialogue.

More than a podcast host, James is a community builder, educator, and advocate. Through Thicc Radio and beyond, he remains dedicated to sharing authentic stories, dismantling stigma, and nurturing a culture of representation and radical self-expression.

Suggested Interview Taglines
- Where Faith, Fatness, and Identity Meet: Honest Conversations About Living Fully.
- Advocate, Educator, and Storyteller: Demystifying Desire and Diversity.
- From Shame to Self-Love: Exploring the Emotional Heart of Body Liberation.
- The Voice Behind Thicc Radio: Building Bridges Between Communities and Conversations.

Suggested Podcast Topics
- Beyond Body Positivity: Building True Size Diversity in Queer Spaces: What inclusion really means in communities still shaped by beauty norms.
- Faith, Identity, and Fatness: Reconciling spirituality and self-acceptance in the face of stigma.
- Demystifying Feedism and Gainer Culture: Humanising kink and community through education and empathy.
- From Taboo to Talkable, Bringing Hidden Communities into the Light: How media representation changes perception.
- Intersectional Inclusion, and Why Representation Must Go Beyond the Surface: Navigating queerness, kink, and fatness in conversation.
- The Emotional Landscape of Body Transformation: Exploring vulnerability, connection, and mental health in gaining.
- Storytelling as Activism: Using podcasts, documentaries, and dialogue to challenge shame and stigma.
- Spirituality, Gender, and Self-Love: Reclaiming one’s body and beliefs in harmony.

Suggested Questions to Ask
1. What initially drew you to the gainer and feedist communities, and how has your understanding of them evolved?
2. You’ve spoken about size diversity and intersectional inclusion; what do those ideas look like in practice, both within and outside the community?
3. How did your experience participating in a feature-length documentary shape your perspective on visibility and representation?
4. Many people still misunderstand or sensationalise feedism. What are the biggest misconceptions you’d like to correct?
5. How does your relationship with faith intersect with your journey of self-acceptance and body identity?
6. You bring humour and empathy to serious topics on Thicc Radio. How do you strike that balance when addressing stigma or sensitive experiences?
7. In your view, what role do podcasts and social media play in educating people about alternative sexualities and body politics?
8. What emotional or psychological aspects of gaining do you think deserve more open discussion?
9. You often talk about inclusion and representation; what does genuine allyship look like to you in the plus-size and queer spaces?
10. Looking ahead, how would you like to see the conversation around kink, body image, and identity evolve in mainstream culture?