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The Shape Campaign Season 5 episode list part 1

The Shape Campaign Season 5 episode list

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The Shape Campaign Season 5 track listing episodes 1 through 4

The Shape Campaign Season 5 track listing episodes 5 through 8

The Shape Campaign Season 5 track listing episodes 9 through 12

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The Shape Campaign Season 5 statement by Raquez Rouse

Benzina’s story begins between Baltimore, Maryland and Ahoskie, North Carolina, where growing up as the oldest sibling meant living with the effects of alcoholism and domestic violence in her home. Becoming a mother at just 15 changed her life and her body, and for much of adulthood she struggled with weight gain and feeling uncomfortable in her own skin.

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Later in life, after years of carrying those insecurities, Benzina underwent liposuction and a tummy tuck—procedures gifted by her husband that became an important part of how she chose to address the areas of her body that had affected her confidence for years. Her story also includes standing beside her firstborn daughter through a life-threatening illness that led to the amputation of several fingers. Now, Benzina is entering a new chapter, stepping into acting and modeling and continuing to redefine what confidence, beauty, and reinvention look like for her.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of domestic violence and alcohol misuse. For domestic violence support, visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline . For help finding support or treatment related to alcohol or substance use, visit SAMHSA’s Mental Health and Substance Use Helplines .

Born and raised in Pikeville, Kentucky, Teresa Woods reflects on a childhood shaped by a strained relationship with her mother, whose mental health later declined as she developed schizophrenia and other challenges.

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Teresa also speaks candidly about a painful pattern of sexual violence across generations of women in her family—including learning that she herself was conceived after her mother was sexually assaulted at 16, being molested by an aunt as a child, and later being raped by her then-husband, an assault that resulted in the conception of her second daughter. She also opens up about surviving an abusive relationship, navigating two marriages, and the ways those experiences affected her sense of self-worth and identity. Looking back on the life she has lived, Teresa’s story is ultimately one of reckoning—examining what was handed down to her, what was done to her, and how she has learned to see herself beyond it.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of childhood sexual abuse, sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and family mental illness. For confidential sexual assault support, visit RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline . For domestic violence support, visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline . For information and support for families affected by mental illness, visit NAMI’s Family Members and Caregivers resources .

Raised in Newark, New Jersey by a single mother, Alnisha grew up navigating weight struggles, early dieting, and the feeling that her body was always open for discussion. She also learned to protect herself by adopting a tomboy persona and hiding beneath oversized clothing, while finding encouragement in a confident full-figured woman who helped her see beauty differently.

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Alnisha later opens up about a difficult marriage, the ways it challenged her sense of womanhood and self-worth, and the loss of her sister to suicide. In 2026, being crowned Miss Exquisite Full-Figured New Jersey marked a new chapter—one where she could step fully into her confidence and use her platform to advocate for mental health and encourage other women to see themselves differently.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of suicide loss and mental health crisis. If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or experiencing a suicidal crisis, call or text 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline . For support after losing someone to suicide, visit American Foundation for Suicide Prevention — I've Lost Someone .

Born and raised in Brooklyn, Christina grew up closely connected to her Puerto Rican roots and was raised largely by her abuela and her titi. With a mother navigating significant mental health challenges and a biological father who was mostly absent, Christina learned early how complicated family roles could become. At 13, she moved to Puerto Rico, where not speaking fluent Spanish left her feeling like an outsider within a culture that was still very much her own.

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Christina also reflects on an abusive relationship, a difficult marriage marked by questions of trust and identity, and the weight of becoming a primary caregiver for the women who helped raise her. After losing her beloved titi to cancer in 2025, she found herself navigating grief while learning that caring for everyone else could not come at the expense of caring for herself. Now living in Florida, Christina is embracing a new chapter—one shaped by healing, partnership, and allowing herself to experience happiness again.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of intimate partner violence, caregiving strain, and grief after cancer loss. For domestic violence support, visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline . For family caregiver information and support, visit the Family Caregiver Alliance . For grief support after the loss of a loved one to cancer, visit the American Cancer Society’s Grief and Loss resources .

Born and raised in Chicago, Alicia’s life changed after the death of her grandmother, eventually leading her to Chattanooga, Tennessee. She reflects on how that loss affected her self-esteem and the direction of her life, while also opening up about a relationship that became increasingly abusive and frightening.

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While pregnant, Alicia survived a terrifying car crash after her then-boyfriend began driving at dangerously high speeds into oncoming traffic, ultimately colliding with several vehicles. She also speaks about stalking, suspected substance use, and the fear that kept her from fully disclosing the abuse when authorities became concerned. After finding her way out, Alicia began looking at her survival differently—using her experience as motivation to advocate for women impacted by domestic violence and remind others that leaving can be the beginning of an entirely new chapter.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of domestic violence, stalking, and suspected substance use. For confidential domestic violence support, visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline . For support, information, and referrals related to stalking or other forms of victimization, visit VictimConnect Resource Center .

Born and raised in Kentucky, Jamia grew up moving between her mother’s home and her paternal grandmother’s, while her father spent much of her childhood incarcerated. She also reflects on a troubling childhood memory involving her grandmother—something she has never been able to fully piece together, but eventually felt compelled to confront as a young adult.

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Later, while away at college and struggling financially, Jamia turned to selling intimate photos and videos online before eventually entering in-person sex work. She speaks candidly about the risks, complicated experiences, and the way that chapter reshaped her views on sex work, sexuality, and what it means to use one’s body for survival. Now, Jamia is looking toward a different future—leaving that life behind and pursuing her dream of becoming an artist and building a life that feels more fulfilling on her own terms.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of a possible childhood sexual violation and experiences involving sex work. For confidential support related to sexual assault or abuse, visit RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline . For confidential support, information, and referrals related to victimization, visit the VictimConnect Resource Center .

Raised in Enterprise, Alabama, Theresa experienced profound loss early in life when her father was murdered during her childhood. Growing up amid a strained relationship with her mother, she also endured sexual abuse that she carried in silence for decades—including being molested by her mother’s then-boyfriend and raped by a cousin at age 12.

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Theresa later spent 30 years in a marriage marked by emotional abuse and turmoil before finding the strength to leave. She reflects on the difficult aftermath of that separation, including what she describes as a smear campaign and disturbing incidents she believes may have been connected to her former husband. With her divorce finalized in 2026, Theresa is now stepping into a life she gets to define for herself—embracing her freedom, pursuing modeling, and discovering what it means to move forward on her own terms.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of childhood sexual abuse, rape, and intimate partner abuse. For confidential support related to sexual assault or abuse, visit RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline . For confidential domestic violence support, visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline .

Born and raised in Jordan, Reham grew up feeling like the black sheep of her family, finding her greatest sense of comfort in her maternal grandmother. Gifted academically and athletically, she dreamed of becoming an attorney, but says cultural expectations placed on women limited the opportunities she believed were available to her, eventually leading her into teaching instead.

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As a young woman, Reham eventually left Jordan and began a new life in the United States, only to face another unexpected battle with her health. From experiencing a molar pregnancy and the loss of a child to surviving cervical cancer and other serious medical challenges, her body has carried her through circumstances she never imagined. Today, Reham wants her survival to mean something—encouraging other women to keep moving forward, advocate for themselves, and remember that their health truly is their wealth.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of pregnancy loss, molar pregnancy, cervical cancer, and other serious health challenges. To learn more about cervical cancer, screening, diagnosis, and treatment, visit the National Cancer Institute . For information about molar pregnancy, visit MedlinePlus — Hydatidiform Mole .

Born and raised in California, Christina reflects on the powerful bond she shared with her father, whom she describes as a true pillar of her family. At the same time, she opens up about a more difficult relationship with her mother and the verbal abuse and childhood experiences that left wounds she is still working through today.

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Christina also speaks about leaving an unhealthy marriage out of concern for both herself and her son, choosing to create a healthier life for them both. After facing multiple cancer diagnoses, including skin cancer, she became even more intentional about wellness and encouraging others to take care of themselves. At 53, Christina stepped into modeling for the first time—proving to herself, and hopefully to other women, that believing in yourself has no age limit and it is never too late to begin again.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of multiple cancer diagnoses, including skin cancer, and the importance of wellness and self-advocacy. For information about skin cancer, visit the American Cancer Society — Skin Cancer . For information and guidance for people living after a cancer diagnosis, visit American Cancer Society — Cancer Survivorship .

Raised in Washington, D.C., Iyanna grew up as a full-figured girl surrounded by both love and criticism. While her grandmother helped her embrace her beauty from a young age, Iyanna still experienced the hurt of being teased about her weight and reduced to simply being “the big girl.”

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Iyanna also reflects on the deep bond she shared with her father, whom she considered one of her best friends, and the grief she continues to carry after losing him to serious health complications. Inspired by women like Mo’Nique, Queen Latifah, and Lizzo, she has grown into an advocate for full-figured women learning to embrace themselves fully. Now a mother to a beautiful baby boy, Iyanna hopes to pass down the same love, confidence, and lessons her father gave to her.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of grief after the loss of a parent. For information and guidance on coping with grief and loss, visit the CDC — Grief . You can also explore What’s Your Grief , a grief education and resource library for people navigating loss and those supporting them.

Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Mona reflects on a childhood shaped by an abusive relationship with her mother and the pain of growing up without truly knowing her father. As a teenager, her life was forever changed after she survived a sexual assault involving three men—an experience made even more painful by the response she received at home.

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Mona speaks candidly about how years of trauma and deeply hurtful words affected her mental health, including surviving two suicide attempts. Rather than allowing those experiences to define the rest of her life, she committed herself to doing the inner work of healing and breaking patterns of family trauma. Today, Mona is a published author and an advocate for helping others free themselves from the cycles, wounds, and beliefs that have been passed down through generations.

Featured Book: Mona is the author of Break the Cycle: How to Heal When You’ve Been Hurt by Family , a book centered on healing from family trauma and breaking generational cycles.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault, family trauma, and suicide attempts. For confidential sexual assault support, visit RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline . If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or experiencing a suicidal crisis, call or text 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline .

Raised in Mississippi by her great-grandmother, Aricka grew up in a home marked by verbal and emotional abuse. She also reflects on the mental health challenges experienced by her mother and sister, which she believes were shaped in part by the environment they grew up in. At 12, Aricka experienced a deeply disturbing encounter with her father—an experience she carried silently—and later endured the pain of losing him to violence while she was still young.

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As a young mother and single parent, Aricka often found herself balancing motherhood with caring for her mother through recurring mental health crises. That responsibility sometimes came at a tremendous cost, including periods of housing instability and homelessness, until Aricka realized that loving someone also meant setting boundaries and encouraging them to seek help. Today, she is a business owner, has created a stable home for herself and her daughter, and is determined to protect the quality of life she worked hard to build.

Resources: This episode includes discussion of a possible childhood sexual violation, family trauma, mental illness, and housing instability. For confidential support related to sexual assault or abuse, visit RAINN’s National Sexual Assault Hotline . For information and support for people caring for a loved one with mental illness, visit NAMI’s Family Members and Caregivers resources .

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