Ep 11. Buddy's Next Move

My Big Fat Fabulous Life season 5 episode 11, titled "Buddy's Next Move," follows the life of Whitney Way Thore, a woman who has found fame advocating body positivity and acceptance, as she navigates the ups and downs of her relationships, career, and personal life.

In this episode, Whitney tries to help her best friend Buddy Bell with his next move as he prepares to move out of his parents' house. Buddy has struggled with addiction in the past, and Whitney worries that he will fall back into old habits if he doesn't have a stable home environment. She enlists the help of her boyfriend, Chase, to find Buddy a new place to live, and together they tour potential apartments.

While searching for a new apartment, Whitney and Chase also take the opportunity to explore their own relationship and talk about their future together. They discuss the possibility of moving in together themselves, but Whitney admits that she is afraid to take the next step because of the potential risks involved.

Meanwhile, Whitney's business partner, Ryan, proposes a risky new venture for their fitness company, No BS Active. He suggests they create a workout class based on a popular video game, but Whitney is hesitant to take on the challenge. She worries that the new class will be too niche and won't appeal to their target demographic.

Throughout the episode, Whitney also deals with the aftermath of her recent fight with her ex-boyfriend, Avi. She confides in Buddy about her feelings of hurt and betrayal, and they discuss the possibility of repairing their friendship. Whitney ultimately decides to reach out to Avi and try to make amends.

As the episode comes to a close, Buddy makes a decision about his living situation, Whitney and Chase deepen their relationship, and No BS Active takes a leap of faith with their new workout class. Through it all, Whitney remains a fierce advocate for body positivity and self-love, inspiring viewers with her strength and resilience.