YAS Podcast

In this episode of YAS Podcast, host Daisy Ducati interviews multidisciplinary artist and sex worker Inten$ity Bankroll. They discuss Inten$ity's current projects, including her feature film 'Holy Body', docuseries 'Stories from the Trade', and the community-driven reading project 'The Reading Room is a Strip Club'. The conversation sheds light on the intersection of art and sex work, challenging common misconceptions and emphasizing the importance of authentic storytelling from within the community.Follow Inten$ity: @intensity.bankrollFollow House of Eros LA: @houseoferos.laInten$ity’s Website: www.workwithkhadija.comFollow Daisy: @daisyducatiFollow AMD: @amdavies_Support heauxprahs everywhere on yasstore.shopProduced by YAS WorkTopics of Discussion:Inten$ity's Diverse ProjectsDiscussing 'Stories from the Trade'Humanizing Sex WorkNavigating Authenticity and PerformanceSelf-Care and Avoiding BurnoutArt and Sex Work: A Unified PathThe Emotional Impact of Sex WorkNuanced Portrayals in MediaIntroducing 'Holy Body'The Reading Room is a Strip ClubEmpowerment and CommunitySupporting Inten$ity's Work

We got the chance to talk with Crystal, a registered nurse and former sex worker who’s out here saving lives and handing out Plan B with zero judgment. We covered abortion pills, pH balance, healthcare red flags, and what every in-person worker should have in their emergency kit. Crystal also shares tips for navigating sex work–friendly care, the truth about bleeding risks, and how she’s fighting for our rights behind the scenes. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by health info or ignored by providers, this one’s for you!Note: This episode had to be edited and re-released due to privacy reasons. Follow Crystal at @thtsceceFollow the Cupcake Girls at @cupcakegirlsLearn more and get involved at cupcakegirls.orgFollow AM at @amdavies_Follow Daisy at @daisyducatiSupport heauxprahs everywhere on yasstore.shopProduced by Makenzie Mizell01:49 Crystal's Background and Role02:43 Sexual Health Resources for Sex Workers07:46 Abortion Care and Resources11:43 Managing Abortion Side Effects20:01 Finding Sex Worker-Friendly Healthcare Providers23:08 Navigating Plan C for Abortion Pills24:02 Types of Abortion Pills Explained25:48 Drug Interactions to Avoid30:00 Healthcare Tips for Sex Workers32:27 Maintaining Vaginal Health41:18 Emergency Medical Kit Essentials44:07 Final Thoughts and Resources

In this episode of YAS Podcast, formerly Yes, a Stripper Podcast, host Daisy Ducati and her co-hosts discuss the impact of recent laws affecting sex workers, particularly focusing on the new regulations in Sweden and the Interstate Obscenity Deficient Act in the US. They speak with ViVi Fierce, a trans sex worker and performer based in Los Angeles, who shares her journey from homelessness to empowerment and community support. ViVi highlights the misconceptions about trans sex workers and talks about her work in the nonprofit sector, providing essential services to marginalized communities. The episode touches on the challenges faced by sex workers today, the importance of community, and staying informed in the face of increasing censorship and legal battles.Follow ViVi: @vivisfierceFollow AMD: @amdavies_Follow Daisy: @daisyducatiSupport heauxprahs everywhere on yasstore.shopProduced by YAS WorkTopics of Discussion:Discussing Sweden's Porn BanUS Obscenity Laws and Their ImpactViVi's Life and Work in LAChallenges and Support for Trans Sex WorkersSelf-Care and CommunityLiving Through Modern Parallels to Nazi GermanyBalancing Real Life and HappinessThe Commodification of EverythingThe Confusion of Wealth HoardingSupporting Friends and CommunityExploring LA and BeyondLife in Arkansas vs. LAMisconceptions About Trans WorkersNavigating Grindr and PrivacyThe Femme Queen Identity

In this episode of YAS Podcast, host Daisy Ducati speaks with Mx. Pucks A'Plenty, a burlesque performer, producer, and sex educator based in Seattle. The conversation explores Mx. Pucks A'Plenty's journey into burlesque, their identities as a Black, fat, non-binary, queer, and disabled individual, and how these have shaped their activism and performance. They also discuss the challenges of organizing sex-positive events, the importance of centering BIPOC voices in burlesque, and the impact of the current political climate on funding for arts and DEI efforts. The episode highlights the creation and significance of events like What the Funk Festival and Fat Con.Follow Pucks: @pucksaplentyFollow Daisy: @daisyducatiFollow AMD: @amdavies_Support heauxprahs everywhere on yasstore.shopProduced by YAS WorkMx. Pucks A'Plenty's Journey and IdentitiesDiscovering BurlesqueThe Intersection of Burlesque and Sex WorkCommunity Care in Seattle's Sex Positive SceneThe Birth of 'What The Funk'The Importance of Centering BIPOC Voices in BurlesqueAdvice for Emerging Performers and OrganizersIntroducing Fat Con: A Celebration of Fat BodiesConnecting Fat Liberation with BDSM and PerformanceSecuring Funding for Marginalized ArtistsNavigating Political Challenges in Arts Funding

In this episode of YAS Podcast, AM Davies introduces their guests Scarlett Pereira and Elizabeth Splain. Scarlett, a sex worker and animal rescuer, shares her inspiring journey of rescuing horses and advocating for sex worker rights. Elizabeth Splain, the author of Scarlett's biographical novel 'Pleasure to Purpose,' joins the conversation to discuss the process of writing the book and the profound impact it had on her. The episode delves into the stigma around sex work, the challenges and triumphs faced by sex workers, and the deep empathy that drives both Scarlett's and Elizabeth's work.Follow Scarlett: https://www.facebook.com/scarlett.pereira.351Follow Elizabeth: @elizbsplainFollow AMD: @amdavies_Follow Daisy: @daisyducatiSupport heauxprahs everywhere on yasstore.shopProduced by YAS WorkDiscussing 'Pleasure to Purpose'The Journey of Writing and FriendshipPublishing Challenges and TriumphsAdvocacy and Future PlansThe Story of Franco and XenaThe Ethics of Horse RescueThe Emotional Journey of WritingEmpathy and Sex WorkChallenges and Triumphs in Horse RescueThe Plight of Horses in America

We sat down with Amari, a UK-based sex coach and founder of two sex-positive businesses, to talk about the intersections of sexual health, mental health, and censorship. She shares her journey from sociology student to agency owner, how shadowbans really work, and why sex workers need to back up their Instagram accounts. We also get into personal kinks, like fantasizing about money, and the emotional reality of working in this space.Follow Amari at @sxcoachingbyamariHire Amari at @adminbyamari.agencyVisit Amari’s website adminbyamariagency.comFollow AM at @amdavies_Follow Daisy at @daisyducatiSupport heauxprahs everywhere on yasstore.shopProduced by Makenzie Mizell

What do you get when you combine 20 years of stripping, a sober mind, and a fierce passion for truth? Today’s guest: Canada’s #1 Dating Coach Chantal Heide. Onyx Sachi said we had to talk to her— and she was right! Chantal joins AMD to share how she went from collecting raw data in strip clubs to becoming a published author, livestream coach, and the creator of the Evolution Revolution movement. She’s flipping the script on relationships and we’re taking notes.Follow Chantal at @canadasdatingcoachFollow AM at @amdavies_Follow Onyx at @onyxsachiSupport heauxprahs everywhere on yesastripper.comProduced by Makenzie Mizell

Today, AM sits down with Edie Montana, founder of Slvt Riot, the former  “Berlin Strippers Collective”, to hear how a promising documentary turned into a betrayal. What began as a sex worker-led collaboration slowly warped into a sensationalized script, using Edie’s trauma without her consent. We talk about blurred professional boundaries, the red flags she missed, and why sex workers end up exploited by the people who claim to support us. This story matters — and it could happen to anyone.*Trigger Warning: There is talk of SA in this episode. Follow Edie @slvtriotFollow AM @amdavies_Follow YAS Work at @yasworkorgSupport heauxprahs everywhere on yasstore.shopProduced by Makenzie Mizell

After four episodes guest hosting our series on elective surgeries, Lisa Michelle steps out of the host seat and into the spotlight to share her own story - one shaped by years of dancing, pain, research, and three separate breast surgeries. This candid conversation with Onyx gets into what Lisa wishes she had known before her first augmentation, how pole dancing influenced her surgical decisions, and what finally made her say enough and choose a completely different path for her third and final procedure.Follow Lisa at @poleyourheartoutFollow Onyx @onyxsachiFollow AM at @amdavies_Follow YAS Work at @yasworkorgSupport heauxprahs everywhere on yasstore.shopProduced by Makenzie Mizell

We’re deep in our month-long series on body modification in the sex work space with guest host Lisa and producer AM at the mic. In this second to last installment, Lucy walks us through the long, painful, and often confusing road she took through multiple BBLs, including what she wishes she’d known before getting started. We talk candidly about recovery, body image, social pressure, algorithm-driven obsession, and learning to stop chasing perfection. If you’ve ever considered surgery or just want to hear the real behind-the-scenes of beauty work in the club—this one’s for you. Rate, subscribe & share with your people 💖Follow Lisa at @poleyourheartoutFollow Lucy at @lucyinthesky.withdiamondsFollow AM at @amdavies_Follow YAS Work at @yasworkorgSupport heauxprahs everywhere on yasstore.shopProduced by Makenzie Mizell