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The New York Post Outed A Paramedic As A Sex Worker. Here’s What They Didn’t Tell You.
Women get harassed, stalked, even targeted for assault and murder when people question their sexual morality in a public and shaming manner. Last week, the New York Post published a piece called “NYC Medic Helped ‘Make Ends Meet’ With Racy OnlyFans Side Gig.” The teaser line read, “A young NYC paramedic says she is so… Read More
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On Partners Who Dislike Sex Work
As a longtime public stripper, I often receive contact from other women in the adult industries who are navigating dating and sex work and experiencing jealousy from their partners. What follows is two examples of folks who recently wrote to me and feeling unsupported and invalidated by their boyfriends. Question 1) My boyfriend went to… Read More
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Guilt, Religion And Sex Before Marriage
Q: “I was raised in a very traditionally Christian home. I learned that sex was for marriage without exception. However, as a twenty-two-year-old woman, I have decided to explore my sexuality outside of marriage. I believe this is important but I’m riddled with guilt.” A: How you feel about sex is likely very influenced with… Read More
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What I Learned Working Four Years At A Sex Toy Shop
Working as a porn clerk for four years was a brilliant, outlandish adventure better than any Chuck Palahniuk novel. I watched sweet grannies try on sexy maid outfits in the dressing room; and newlywed couples traipse dreamily through the aisles in their wedding garb while selecting items for their honeymoon. I accepted countless soggy, butt-pocket… Read More
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Things Nobody Tells You Before You Start Having Sex
Originally published 10/27/2015 on Thrillist.com Ah, if only I had a time machine. I’d go back and warn Americans about the impending financial collapse, various environmental disasters, and the Kardashians. I’d also give my younger self some advice that I never learned in high school sex ed. These are the things nobody tells you before… Read More