In this episode of "When We're Not Hustling: The After-Party," the hosts discuss Kaytlin Bailey, a multifaceted individual who has significantly influenced the podcasting, sex work, and activist communities. Jessie Sage, Emily Foster, and Milk Glass delve into Kaytlin's extensive contributions, including her critical feedback shaping the show's messaging that sex work is legitimate work. They also highlight her historical insights and her juxtaposition of personal experiences, such as her father's military service and her own sex work, to explore broader societal issues. The conversation underscores Kaytlin's impact on the hosts and the themes of their show, emphasizing the importance of recognizing sex work as valid and respectable.

Additionally, the hosts discuss Kaytlin's dynamic career, which includes being a comedian, sex worker, historian, and boxer. They admire her ability to weave together various aspects of her life into a cohesive narrative that challenges societal norms and addresses issues like misogyny, PTSD, and legislative impacts on sex work. The episode is a tribute to Kaytlin's intelligence, resilience, and the transformative power of her work, encouraging listeners to appreciate the depth and complexity of her endeavors. The hosts' admiration for her as a "main character" in their lives reflects the profound influence she has had on them and their audience.

In This Episode:

00:02: Introduction to the After-Party Podcast

00:23: Host and Co-Hosts Introductions

00:42: Kaytlin Bailey's Impact on the Podcast

01:44: Validating Sex Work as Legitimate

03:38: Comedians' Intelligence and Timing

04:21: Discussing Rap's Cognitive Demands

05:22: Kaytlin's Show and Social Commentary

07:54: Boxing and Kaytlin's World Tour

10:33: Gender, Kink, and Feminine Rage

14:00: Transformative Experiences and Emotions

People:

Guest: Kaytlin Bailey

Hosts: Jessie Sage, Emily Foster, Melissa Milk

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

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When We're Not Hustling is a 501(c)(3) non-profit project of the Social Good Fund.

You can support our show with your tax-deductive donation HERE.

In this episode of "When We're Not Hustling: The After-Party," the hosts, Jessie Sage, Emily Foster, and Melissa Milk, engage in a lively discussion about their personal experiences and reflections on the topics of spirituality, sexuality, and consciousness. They start by expressing their love for October and share some amusing anecdotes about Halloween costumes and quirky questions from clients. As the conversation progresses, they delve into deeper subjects, such as the importance of understanding bodily functions and hygiene, especially in the context of working with clients who have high support needs. The hosts also touch on their backgrounds and how their upbringing and personal experiences have influenced their perspectives on these topics.

The discussion takes a more profound turn when they reflect on a recent interview with Galen Grace, a tantric massage practitioner. They share their initial skepticism about tantric practices due to their misuse in some contexts but are ultimately moved by Galen's genuine and heartfelt approach. They discuss the significance of Galen's story about experiencing a life-threatening aortic dissection during a session, which highlights the deep connection between physical and spiritual healing. The hosts also explore the broader implications of sexual energy and its role in personal growth and well-being. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit, and the transformative power of shared experiences and open dialogue.

In This Episode:

00:10: Welcome and Favorite Months Discussion

00:26: Halloween Tattoo and Fantasy Talk

00:43: Halloween Costume Ideas

05:25: Show Introductions and Partners

06:30: Jessie and Melissa's Fun Session Story

09:37: Transition to Galen's Interview

11:02: Spirituality and Healing Discussion

20:15: Cultural Differences and Moving to Pittsburgh

28:15: Psychedelics and Consciousness

People:

Guest: Galen Grace

Hosts: Jessie Sage, Emily Foster, Melissa Milk

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

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Galen Grace, our S2 E15 podcast guest, shares this piece he wrote. We liked it so much, we decided to make it a bonus episode!

Galen Grace was born in Wisconsin, grew up in Massachusetts, and presently resides in Pennsylvania, but he lives wherever he happens to be at that moment, feels at home everywhere in the universe, and steps through almost any door that opens to him. He's worked in academic and professional theatre, published a pair of award-winning novels, and performed sacred, healing touch since 2014.

The piece he’s going to read for us is a work of creative nonfiction intended for live storytelling. Structured around a tattoo he got this summer, it recounts two trips he took to the desert southwest in recent years – “trips” in multiple senses of the word – as part of a quest to heal his grief from a series of personal losses and get his “spiritual groove” back. The events changed his life in ways he never imagined and brought him face to face with his mortality.

You can find Galen:

Website: thegalengrace.com

X: @TheGalenGrace

Instagram: @thegalengrace

In this episode of "When We're Not Hustling," Jessie Sage interviews Galen Grace, a Pittsburgh-based tantric massage therapist and writer who shares his profound spiritual journey and life experiences, including a near-death health crisis, spiritual awakenings through plant medicine, and the integration of his spiritual practice into everyday life. Galen's spoken word performance recounts his transformative trips to the desert Southwest and his endeavor to recover from significant personal losses and health challenges.

Throughout the discussion, Galen elaborates on his background in theater and writing, his transition to offering sacred touch professionally, and the impact of his spiritual practices on his resilience and well-being. He emphasizes the importance of integrating spiritual experiences into daily life and how these practices have helped him navigate physical and emotional trauma. The conversation concludes with Galen sharing his current reading list, music preferences, and his excitement for the future.

In This Episode:

00:00:00: Introduction to "When We're Not Hustling" Podcast

00:02:44: October Guest Lineup Overview

00:05:04: Announcement of Live Event in Pittsburgh

00:08:06: Guest Introduction: Galen Grace

00:15:36: Galen Grace's Spoken Word Performance

00:34:30: Discussion on Spiritual Practices and Integration

00:53:22: Personal Health and Healing Journeys

01:06:18: Closing Remarks and Where to Find Galen Grace

Guest:

Galen Grace was born in Wisconsin, grew up in Massachusetts, and presently resides in Pennsylvania, but he lives wherever he happens to be at that moment, feels at home everywhere in the universe, and steps through almost any door that opens to him. He's worked in academic and professional theatre, published a pair of award-winning novels, and performed sacred, healing touch since 2014.

You can find Galen:

Website: thegalengrace.com

X: @TheGalenGrace

Instagram: @thegalengrace

Recommendations:

Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life

by Dacher Keltner

Secure Love: Create a Relationship That Lasts a Lifetime by Julie Menanno

Krishna Das

Jai Uttal

Sleeping at Last

The Rest:

RSVP to The Holy Hour Book Launch Event in Pittsburgh on Oct 16: HERE.

Host: Jessie Sage

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

Sponsor: Assembly Four

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In this episode of "When We're Not Hustling: The After-Party," hosts Jessie Sage and Emily Foster are joined by guest host Melodie KG for her final episode in September. The trio discusses their experiences with managing multiple public personas and the complications that arise from separating their professional and private lives. They delve into the challenges sex workers face when publishing under pseudonyms, sharing personal anecdotes about navigating privacy and safety concerns.

The conversation then shifts to reflecting on the interview with dominatrix and writer Stephanie Parent, who authored a Gothic horror novel set in a haunted LA dungeon where she worked. The hosts reflect on the process of confronting and exaggerating real-life fears and trauma for creative purposes, highlighting the psychological complexities involved. They draw parallels with their own experiences and discuss the broader implications of grappling with personal demons through art, particularly in the context of sex work.

In This Episode:

00:11: Welcome and Farewell to Melodie KG

00:29: Importance of Community

01:10: Stephanie Parent: Dominatrix and Gothic Horror Writer

01:47: Navigating Publishing with Real vs. Pseudonyms

04:20: Complications of Public vs. Private Personas

06:48: Real-life Privacy and Digital Connectivity Challenges

10:51: Facing and Exaggerating Real-life Traumas in Writing

14:30: Shifting Preferences in Horror with Age and Experience

18:13: Interacting with Trauma and Mastery Over Fears

People:

Guest: Stephanie Parent

Hosts: Jessie Sage, Emily Foster, Melodie KG

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

You can support the show at pateron.com/sapiotextual

When We're Not Hustling is a 501(c)(3) non-profit project of the Social Good Fund.

You can support our show with your tax-deductive donation HERE.

A poem, read by the author.

To hear the full episode/interview with Stephanie Parent, listen to it HERE.

You can find Stephanie:

Website: stephanieparent.net
X: @sc parent
Instagram: @sc parent

In this episode of "When We're Not Hustling," Jessie Sage interviews writer and professional submissive Stephanie Parent. Stephanie discusses her journey into sex work, particularly her time working at a commercial dungeon in Los Angeles. She shares insights into the complexities of being a pro-submissive, the community and support among women in the industry, and the cathartic process of writing about her experiences. Stephanie's novel "The Briars," a gothic horror set in a dungeon, draws heavily from her real-life experiences, blending fiction with the emotional and psychological realities of sex work.

The discussion also touches on the challenges and decisions Stephanie faced in writing under her real name versus a pseudonym, and how her work has evolved over time. She highlights her recent publication "My Dungeon Love Affair," a non-fiction chapbook, and her upcoming poetry collection. Stephanie reads her poem "Sacrifice," which explores themes of desire, self-worth, and the intersection of sexuality and spirituality. The episode concludes with Stephanie sharing her excitement about returning to writing and physical activities like aerial dance, and providing information on how listeners can find her work online.

In This Episode:

00:01: Introduction to When We're Not Hustling

00:43: Podcast welcome and intro song

02:44: Announcement of today's guest, Stephanie Parent

03:52: Stephanie Parent's background and professional experience

12:29: The process of writing and selling non-fiction

22:06: Writing the novel "The Briars"

37:03: Transition from Dungeon work to independent work

44:52: Experiences as a pro-submissive

48:03: Stephanie Parent reads her poem, "Sacrifice"

Guest:

Stephanie Parent is a graduate of the Master of Professional Writing program at the University of Southern California as well as a professional submissive and switch. After working for six years at a commercial dungeon in Los Angeles, she's now writing about her personal and professional experiences with BDSM for publications including the HuffPost, Hippocampus, Pithead Chapel, Entropy, The Whorticulturalist and Mookychick. Her work has been anthologized in Dating & Sex: The Mutual Theory of Self-Destruction and Slut Vomit: An Anthology of Sex Work. Her first poetry collection, Every Poem a Potion, Every Song a Spell, was released in August 2022 from Querencia Press. Her debut gothic horror novel, The Briars, came out in May 2023 from
Cemetery Gates Media.

You can find Stephanie:

Website: stephanieparent.net
X: @sc parent
Instagram: @sc parent

Recommendations:

The Honeywitch by Sydney Shields

Bad Behavior by Mary Gaitskill

The Rest:

RSVP to The Holy Hour Book Launch Event in Pittsburgh on Oct 16: HERE.

Host: Jessie Sage

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

Sponsor: Assembly Four

Powered by Black Venom Digital

When We're Not Hustling is a 501(c)(3) non-profit project of the Social Good Fund.

You can support our show with your tax-deductive donation HERE.