Sally Struthers Accuses Betty White of Fat-Shaming and Norman Lear of Stealing All in the Family

By Nikki Reese | January 16, 2025
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Biden Reflects on Legacy and American Strength in Farewell Address

In his farewell address from the Oval Office, President Joe Biden took a moment to express heartfelt gratitude to his “great partner,” Vice President Kamala Harris, acknowledging the vital role she played throughout his presidency. Reflecting on his remarkable five decades in American politics, Biden looked back on the many challenges and triumphs he experienced during his time in office. He highlighted the resilience and unity of the American people, particularly emphasizing how the nation came together to support one another through the hardships of the pandemic. Biden also underscored the importance of collective action in overcoming adversity, celebrating the enduring spirit of solidarity that defines the American experience. His speech served as a poignant reminder of the progress made and the enduring strength of the country, even in the face of unprecedented challenges.

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How Can Cayaba Care Help Advance Maternal Health Equity?

A recent report from the Commonwealth Fund once again underscores how far behind the U.S. is in addressing maternal health disparities on a global scale. Despite more than 20 years of discussion and research into these issues, long-standing disparities persist, even with the rise of numerous maternal health startups. Because of this, I find myself skeptical and cynical when hearing about new maternal health ventures, doubting that any of them will truly shift the narrative.

However, I recently came across a maternal health startup called Cayaba Care, whose mission is to provide comprehensive maternal health support. At first, reading about the organization didn’t ease my skepticism about the long-term impact of such startups. But my curiosity was piqued when I learned that Cayaba Care is led by a Black CEO, Dr. Adaeze Enekwechi, a health systems researcher with extensive experience in the field and a mother who has her own stories about childbirth care. I asked her what sets the organization apart from the many others offering similar services, and she explained, "Our strength lies in our partnerships with mothers, their doctors, and the broader healthcare system. This allows us to identify where the system fails and step in to fill those gaps."

While her response sounded like something many startups might say, I pressed further, eager to understand what truly makes their approach different. Enekwechi emphasized that it's the team approach and the relationships they cultivate with doctors and other healthcare providers that set them apart. "We’re not just app-based. For us, this is a ground game," she said.

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Sally Struthers Accuses Betty White of Fat-Shaming and Norman Lear of Stealing All in the Family

Sally Struthers is speaking out about her alleged experiences with deceased former colleagues Betty White and All in the Family creator Norman Lear, including claiming that she was “totally fat-shamed” by White.

During an appearance on the “Let’s Talk About That! With Larry Saperstein and Jacob Bellotti” podcast this week, Struthers shared that she found White to be a more skilled actress than many realized, revealing that White's real-life personality wasn’t as sweet as her public image suggested.