Coming Out Stories: A Holiday Special
This week on The Oldest Profession Podcast, we honor December 17, the International Day to End Violence Against Sex Workers, a day dedicated to remembering those lost, challenging stigma, and amplifying the voices of those still fighting for safety, rights, and dignity.
We dive into the lived experiences of sex workers, exploring the realities of criminalization, societal prejudice, and the everyday risks that come with working in a highly stigmatized industry. Through personal stories and historical context, this episode highlights both the challenges and resilience of sex workers worldwide.
We examine how systemic violence—from police harassment to discriminatory laws—creates unsafe conditions, limits economic opportunities, and undermines community care. Yet, within these struggles, sex workers build networks of mutual support, advocate for safer workplaces, and fight for their rights and recognition.
This episode is a call to action: ending violence against sex workers means listening, believing, and amplifying their voices. It’s about creating policies and cultural shifts that protect rather than punish, that respect autonomy instead of perpetuating shame.
Join us in honoring this day by learning from the stories of those on the frontlines of sex work, sharing their experiences, and advocating for a safer, more just world.
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The Oldest Profession Podcast reminds listeners that sex workers have always been part of the story. Each episode focuses on an “old pro” from history, contextualizing that figure in their own time and connecting their story to the ongoing struggle for sex worker rights. Kaytlin Bailey created The Oldest Profession Podcast to be an accessible and entertaining resource for anyone who wants to learn more about sex workers and our place in history.