Carol Leigh a.k.a. The Scarlot Harlot
In this episode of The Oldest Profession Podcast, we pay tribute to Carol Leigh, a hero of the sex worker rights movement.
September 14 is Sex Worker Pride Day
Sex Worker Pride extends to all communities marginalized by criminalization, discrimination, and stigma across the sex worker movement.
Sound of Freedom Pushes Harmful Myths About Human Tr*fficking
Sound of Freedom explores the damaging effects of conspiracy theories and white savior films on real victims. Do not go see this movie.
Maine Passes a Bill to “Partially Decriminalize” Sex Work
Maine passes bill partially decriminalizing sex work, endangering sex workers. Full decriminalization is essential for their safety.
Setback in Decriminalizing Sex Work in South Africa
Discover the latest setback in decriminalizing sex work in South Africa. Find out the challenges faced and the impact on the journey towards safer and more equitable conditions for sex workers.
Maine’s Journey towards Decriminalizing Sex Work
Discover Maine’s strides towards decriminalizing sex work as the state moves closer to ending criminal charges. Explore the concerns raised by sex workers regarding the “end demand” approach and its potential harm.
The Issue of Confining Sex Workers to Isolated Areas
Explore the implications of confining sex workers to isolated areas in public spaces in Mumbai, India, and the issues surrounding their criminalization.
Decriminalization of Sex Work in Australia
Learn about the progress of decriminalization sex work in Australia. Discover laws and models in each territory.
Kaytlin Bailey on Legalization vs. Decriminalization
Kaytlin Bailey advocates for sex work decriminalization in Washington Blade article.
Pornhub’s New Owner Claims to Be All About Listening to SWers
Pornhub’s new owner vows to listen to sex workers and improve site’s practices, including content control and screening.
Sex Work Has Been Decriminalized in New Zealand for 20 years
Sex work has been decriminalized in New Zealand for 20 years, and things have been going really well there since then. Wow, can’t believe lived experience from SWers that supports the push for decriminalization has turned out to be true!
Activists Push for a Decriminalization Bill in New York
That’s why SWers and advocates are pushing for a decriminalization bill in New York to fully stop police from arresting and harassing SWers.
“Crimes Against Nature by Solicitation” or CANS Law
Louisiana is home to a bizarre law called CANS that criminalizes oral and anal sex, but not vaginal sex. This homophobic and transphobic law is known as “Crimes Against Nature by Solicitation”.
Talks of a Red Light District in San Francisco
Red light district proposed in San Francisco, but decriminalization is the best solution. Advocates call for resources for vulnerable people.
Spain Debates Dangerous Sex Work Law
Spain debates a dangerous sex work law, and advocates hope it will be rejected by lawmakers. The proposed sex work law has sparked outrage and concern among human rights advocates.
Sex Work is Decriminalized in Some Parts of Australia
Sex work is decriminalized in some parts of Australia, which has led to a decrease in trafficking statistics there, but there’s still room for improvement.
Jury Rejects Woman’s Claims
A jury rejects woman’s claims against four police officers in Virginia who protected an abusive prostitution trafficking ring. People love to lift up the trafficking narrative until it’s cops who are being accused of the trafficking.
The Fight Against FOSTA Continues
The fight against FOSTA continues as our friends at Woodhull Freedom Foundation went to the Court of Appeals this week.
The Age-Old Stigma of Mary Magdalene
The stigma of Mary Magdalene has endured throughout biblical times into the current era. How did she become aligned with sex workers?
Dr. Olivia Snow DoorDash Discrimination
Dr. Olivia Snow claims DoorDash recently banned her due to a detection of unspecified “abnormal behavior” from her account.
We Plead The 14th Amendment
Decriminalization strategies in Rhode Island, dominatrix discrimination from DoorDash, and Geo from Sex Workers Against Criminalization New Orleans.
Two Proposed Rhode Island Decriminalization Bills
In early April 2022, proposed Rhode Island decriminalization was explored in hearings for two bills.
We Are All Worthy – with Alexandra Hunt
Decriminalization in Belgium, a stripper strike in North Hollywood, and special guest Alexandra Hunt, whose background as a stripper is a proud part of her campaign.
Belgium Decriminalizes Prostitution
Belgium is the first country in Europe to decriminalize selling and paying for sex.
Safe Reporting Assaults Suffered By Sex Workers Introduced in Colorado
Colorado lawmakers unanimously approved legislation that allows sex workers to report violent crime without fear of being arrested.
St. James Infirmary Opens Shelter with Our Trans Home SF
Sex worker health organization St. James Infirmary opens San Francisco’s first shelter dedicated to trans and gender non-conforming communities.
A Song of Freedom – with Yeonhoo Cho and Esther Kao
This week on Old Pro News, transgender housing justice, Safe Reporting in Colorado, the dictionary, and Yeonhoo Cho & Esther Kao from Red Canary Song.
Sex Worker Definition on Dictionary.com
In January 2022, Dictionary dot com added the term “sex worker” to their website after a widespread growth in awareness of the term.
Protect Trans Youth from Anti Trans Laws
A wave of anti-trans laws is a disturbing new trend across the USA. We must support trans youth against these heinous laws and the bigotry that enables them.
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Sex Work Segment
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver’s segment on global sex work politics got so much right, even featuring the Deep South Decrim movement.
Unapologetically Generational – with Desi
Unapologetically Generational – with Desi Apple Podcasts | Spotify Recent Stories That Matter to the Movement This episode we’ll update you on exciting new pieces of legislation regarding sex worker safety at the state and federal levels, as well as some...
Maya Angelou: Sex Worker History is Part of Her Esteemed Legacy
The Oldest Profession Podcast: Maya Angelou – sex worker past matters, and to ignore her experience does a disservice to her legacy.
