Yall, we have a new episode out now with
@mxtomie
! On this episode, we talk about chastity - finding the right lock, safety, hygiene and cleanliness, and so much more! Listen in below ⬇️⬇️⬇️
I called out a photographer, Pete Jones, a couple days ago on my IG for being shady, creepy and unprofessional and I guess he’s a little butthurt that I chose not to work with him. Dodged a bullet!
Anyone on here partnered with someone who’s NOT in our industry? Looking to do an episode on what a supportive partner might look like and the importance to the understandings of our industry.
@Amina_io
@AshleyLatke
I’d be more interested in hearing more about SW in Japan. Or in Asia in general and how the cultures differ vastly. If you’re ever interested in speaking on a pro-SW podcast (run by a SWer - me), I’d be happy to have you on to speak about your experience.
I’d love to do an episode on alcohol consumption in our industry. In dancing especially, I’m seeing more girls going alcohol-free (including myself!). Can anyone else relate? Or not relate?
SWers, what are your goals in this career? Looking for some inspiration! Some of mine is to be financially (mortgage) free one day, to be in the position to not be worrying about money, and to start a family.
@waifuumia
Doesn’t the ahegao face perpetuate racial stereotypes and fetishization against Asians, specifically Japanese folks? 👀👀 Commenting as a POC in a thread full of white folks…
I’ve always wanted to do an episode discussing the privileges in SW. Things like being face out, using your real name, the choice to screen, etc. Would anybody be interested in chatting about that? Or listening to that?
On that note, do any of you ever consider taking a break from SW? Of course, it is a privileged place to be in but I haven’t been enjoying my time here, feel disconnected from the community and feeling unmotivated. Probably a shit mix of all the things I’ve been feeling lately.
So I got engaged recently and I finally get around the posting about it and someone (who was actually a past client of mine) has the audacity to post this. Like what was he planning to do, doxx me? The answer is yes. Let me have my moment goddamnit.
My mind has been so occupied the last few months. One thing that’s been on my mind is retirement. What does SW retirement look like to you? Tying up loose ends? Leaving quietly? An announcement?
Why do clients like to tell me how much they’re paying other SWers? I mean that’s great and all but it’s really boring for me. How do they expect me to react? 😑😑😑
Yall…I will just say that 5 minutes before your interview time is NOT an appropriate to cancel. Please treat podcasters time as you would as your own session, clients, work, collabs, etc. Don’t waste our time! 😑 If this was work, you’d be losing your deposit and on a blacklist.
I’d love to have a conversation about gatekeeping in this industry - how and why that can be dangerous, now it perpetuates the whorearchy, and when and where to keep that information (is there a time?!). What are your thoughts?
I’ll also be doing an episode on how SWers self-care. How do YOU self-care? This might look different for everyone so really curious to hearing how you do it and perhaps inspire others. Post below and RT - I’ll be reading these aloud on a future episode on the pod! ⬇️⬇️⬇️
I’ve been requested to do on episode on review boards: the good, the bad, the ugly. And I know there’s lots of ugly. Who wants to come on to speak about this?
Ok, unless I find some downtime, tomorrow’s episode might but delayed because…I’M GETTING MARRIED TOMORROW! Been keeping this quiet but just wanted to be transparent with y’all. I am so excited but obviously need to focus on my day over the show! 🙈
Remember that teacher that got fired for having an OF? Well I’ve got
@sarahjuree
on the show next week! We’ll be talking about the lack of pay teachers get, her reasoning for starting an OF, who outed her and more! Any questions for Sarah? Comment or DM here! ⬇️⬇️⬇️
I chaired my first SWer committee meeting for a non-profit I’m on the board for and can I just say that the team just KICKS ASS!?? So excited to finally be doing some advocacy work in my own backyard! 👊
Just a reminder that today is the International Day to End Violence against SWers. Donate to your favourite non-profit, listen to the stories that are being shared today and work to decriminalize SW.
Anyone hear that had undergone plastic surgery (specifically breast implants) that might want to speak about their experience on the show? My initial guest ghosted so looking for someone to speak on this because I’ve had this topic requested a ton!
Good morning! Got some of the photos back from this 70s-vibe shoot that I had yesterday. Fun Polaroid-effect editing on the photos and some great gems in here! Happy to shoot with other SWer-owned photographers in the area.
ATTN!
@WeArePSgroup
@thesiridahl
@lexilunaxoxo
and I are pitching a panel proposal for
@sxsw
which is a HUGE mainstream conference. We want to bring SWers to the forefront so please vote for us! Note: you need to have an account to vote! ⬇️⬇️⬇️
Some behind the scenes shots of tonight’s photo shoot. It’s been 2 years since I did my last photo shoot and about 5 years since I did a pole-related shoot! Rusty AF!
Finally recording the long awaited episode on dating as a SWer! Any burning questions, curiosities or best ways to navigate? Any current issues you’d like to bring up? Comment or DM below 👇👇👇
What’s your key to success to longevity in the industry? Are there things that you do to purposely keep you motivated? Have work boundaries? I’m doing an episode on this and want to see how you guys do it. For me, separation is vital! I have other things outside of SW.
I’ll be launching a campaign in January (and honestly for the first few months of 2024) to highlight SWer owned businesses with a pre-roll ad on my podcast! Any businesses come to mind? Comment or DM below 👇👇👇
And here’s to me doing things that bring me joy: baking! Did you know I used to run my own cupcake and cake business from 18-25? I rarely have time to bake nowadays but omg, this brownies were SEXY. 🍫