In S3 E5 of When We're Not Hustling, Jessie Sage sits down with Jet Setting Jasmine, an award-winning adult film director, psychotherapist, and master fetish trainer, to discuss perimenopause, evolving identities, and the challenges of navigating life, family, and sex work with autonomy and care. They explore the impact of bodily changes, the importance of boundary-setting, and Jasmine’s unique approach to parenting and education through travel. This episode offers a candid look at embracing new phases of life with confidence, community, and self-acceptance.

In this Episode:

00:02:51 Introduction of guest Jet Setting Jasmine
00:03:47 Discussion on perimenopause and its impact on daily life.
00:06:33 Conversation about the symptoms and lack of awareness regarding perimenopause.
00:10:28 Exploration of mood changes and personality shifts during perimenopause.
00:14:37 Concerns about sex drive changes due to perimenopause and how it affects sex work.
00:19:23 Discussion on adaptability in sex work as one ages and changes.
00:26:51 The impact of perimenopause on relationships and personal life.
00:41:51 Changes in family dynamics and embracing new roles as children grow.
00:54:49 Traveling with children and accommodating their needs in new environments.
01:01:32 Closing thoughts on perimenopause, its broader impacts, and the importance of sharing experiences with others going through similar life stages.

Guest:

Jet Setting Jasmine is an award-winning adult film director, entertainer, and master fetish trainer. She is also a licensed psychotherapist and educator who uses her expertise in mental health to advocate for a more inclusive and ethically-sound adult entertainment industry. Challenging Conventional Approaches to Sex, Jasmine is the co-owner, along with partner King Noire, of Royal Fetish Films, a multi-channel adult-entertainment business that resists the discriminatory tropes common in the art of entertainment and the mainstream adult industry. The filmmakers at Royal Fetish Films combine love for artistic and sensual film, with the need for authentic sexual representation. The result is blazing-hot content that stimulates the audience to explore their sexual boundaries in an area free from stigma. Her work on the decolonization of sex and pornography, as well as her advocacy for sex-positive parenting, recently landed her on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show. She has also appeared in major publications such as Vice, Playboy, Forbes, Cosmopolitan, NPR, Essence, BBC, and Psychology Today.

Instagram:

X: @JetSetJasmine

Bluesky: @JetSettingJasmine.bsky.social

XXX Content: RoyalFetishXXX.com

Website: jetsettingjasmine.com

The Rest:

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, Jessie Sage sits down with long-time friend Xanthe Rhea to discuss her journey from stripping to full-service sex work. Xanthe shares insights into the financial pressures dancers face, including the challenges of "pay-to-work" club systems, and how these experiences shaped her transition within the industry. Beyond sex work, the conversation explores Xanthe's passion for urban farming, her background in herbalism, and her commitment to holistic health practices. They discuss the philosophical differences between herbalism and Western medicine, as well as the social and environmental benefits of local, organic farming. The episode delves into the challenges of urban gardening, including community resistance and regulatory hurdles, and reflects on the intersection of climate change, empowerment, and personal growth. Xanthe concludes by sharing her vision for balancing her farming aspirations with her work in the sex industry.

In this Episode:

00:00:06 Introduction to When We're Not Hustling
00:02:49 Guest introduction: Xanthe Rhea
00:05:00 Experiences in dancing and stripping
00:09:52 Labor issues and female labor struggles
00:14:10 Urban gardening and farming experiences
00:16:11 Herb school and herbalism
00:21:39 Code switching between herbalism and Western medicine
00:30:19 Midwives and naturalistic approaches
00:37:02 Health tips and firewater benefits
00:42:33 Importance of organic, local produce
00:51:48 Interpersonal skills learned from sex work
00:57:57 Vision for future farming and community living
01:01:20 Plans for 2025 and touring goals
01:05:02 Where to find Xanthe Rhea online

Guest:

I'm a traveling stripper from Pittsburgh who is transitioning to in-person sex work. Right now, I'm also working on aerial skills to become a traveling feature performer. I have a formal education in nursing. Once I finished my nursing program and obtained my license I ran screaming into herbalism education and started getting serious/obsessive about travel dancing. I also trained with a trail-building non-profit when I was a teenager. This experience stays with me in the form of desire to find sweet hiking spots or natural swim spots wherever I travel. I'm looking forward to continue to build community resilience within the SWer community and the femme community at large that's built on radical honesty, pleasure and connectedness. P.S. In my future there will be chickens.

Website: xantherhea.com

Bluesky: x-rhea.bsky.social

Recommendation:

Books:

Saturn Return Survival Guide by Lisa Stardust

Dreaming the Soul Back Home by Robert Moss

The Rest:

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, host Jessie Sage talks with Delphine, a full-service sex worker from the San Francisco Bay Area, about polyamory, non-monogamy, and balancing work with personal life. Delphine, who identifies as solo poly, shares how her approach to relationships emphasizes autonomy, personal growth, and creative expression. The conversation explores the challenges of dating as a sex worker, navigating societal expectations, and maintaining non-hierarchical dynamics in relationships. Delphine also reflects on how her work has enabled her to pursue passions like becoming a yoga teacher. The episode encourages listeners to rethink societal norms around relationships while celebrating the autonomy and individuality of sex workers.

In this Episode:

00:03:00: Upcoming Episode and Guest Introduction
00:05:02: Delphine Discusses Relationships in Sex Work
00:09:28: Flexibility and Opportunities Provided by Sex Work
00:13:04: Navigating Polyamory as a Sex Worker
00:14:59: Delphine's Journey to Solo Polyamory
00:22:55: Balancing Work and Personal Life
00:24:06: Differences Between Client and Personal Relationships
00:31:07: Black Venom Digital Sponsorship
00:34:17: Societal Challenges of Non-Hierarchical Relationships
00:36:03: Importance of Autonomy in Relationships
00:39:22: Delphine's Introduction to Polyamory
00:48:33: Challenges of Managing Multiple Relationships
00:51:58: Concerns About Stigma and Whorephobia
00:54:03: Microaggressions in Polyamorous Communities
00:58:01: Where to Find Delphine Online

Guest:

Delphine is a hairy, all natural escort based in the SF Bay Area. She loves engineering creative photo shoots, reading/watching science fiction (especially dystopians), and making fantasies come to life. She has been in the adult industry in various forms for about 15 years, and has been doing full service sex work as Delphine for the last 7.5 years.

She considers her 870+ day Duolingo streak to be one of her greatest achievements in life. An AI bot once described her as "a digital darling serving sass with a side of self-awareness and dad jokes" and that sounds about right.

Website: yourmusedelphine.com

X: @delphine_x

Bluesky: @delphine.bsky.social

Recommendation:

Podcast: Reddit on Wiki Podcast

The Rest:

Host: Jessie Sage

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

Sponsor: Assembly Four

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In this conversation, Jessie Sage interviews Jack Parker, a writer and sex worker, about his experiences and the creation of the anthology Working Guys: A Transmasculine Sex Worker Anthology, which features stories from transmasculine sex workers. They discuss the diverse experiences within sex work, the importance of representation, and the impact of the anthology on the community.

In this Episode:

00:03: Introduction to When We're Not Hustling Podcast

01:27: Exploring Lives of Sex Workers Beyond Work

02:44: Season 3 Updates & Schedule Changes

03:09: Rebranding of After Parties to After the Hustle

03:20: Jack Parker's Interview & Anthology Discussion

05:10: Jack Parker's Background & Writing Career

06:18: Discussing Writing & Sex Work Experiences

08:05: Jack's Anthology: Working Guys and Its Impact

14:11: Challenges and Realizations in Publishing the Anthology

28:39: Jack's Transition and Changes in Client Dynamics

Guest:

Jack Parker is a sex worker and writer who writes on topics around sex work. He also has experiences as a peer support for sex workers, and has provided training programs on how best to support sex workers.

You can find Jack:

Website: jackviolet.com

X: @MxJackParker

Bluesky: @MxJackParker.bsky.social

Recommendation:

Book:

Chav Solidarity by DP Hunter

Podcast:

Sherlock & Co Podcast

The Rest:

Host: Jessie Sage

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

Sponsor: Assembly Four

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In the Season 2 finale of When We’re Not Hustling, Jessie Sage, Emery Fields, and Emily Foster come together for an Afterparty episode to reflect on Olivia Snow’s interview. They discuss her insights on surveillance and sex work, the challenges of balancing personal and professional identities, and the complexities of the industry. The conversation also explores the idea of sex work as a queer identity and the need for solidarity across the community. Wrapping up the season, the hosts share reflections, gratitude, and holiday wishes for their listeners.

In This Episode:

00:05: Introduction to the After-Party Episode

00:30: Season 2 Finale and Co-Host Introductions

01:09: Reflections on Season 2 and Hosting Emotions

02:32: Discussion on Olivia Snow and Academia

06:23: Humor and Academia's Impact

07:47: Understanding Risks in the Sex Work Industry

14:19: Intelligence and Skills in Sex Work

21:02: Lateral Whorephobia and Community Solidarity

34:14: Sex Work as a Queer Identity Discussion

44:37: Closing Remarks and Holiday Wishes

People:

Guest: Olivia Snow

Hosts: Jessie Sage, Emily Foster, Emery Fields

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

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In this episode of When We're Not Hustling, Jessie Sage interviews Olivia Snow, a writer, professor, and dominatrix, to discuss the intersections of academia, labor rights, and the surveillance of sex workers. Olivia shares insights from her research on algorithmic surveillance and how technology, particularly smartphones, profiles sex workers. The conversation delves into themes of class, labor, and societal perceptions of sex work, weaving in elements from Olivia’s dissertation on cannibalism and capitalism in 19th-century American literature. Together, Jessie and Olivia reflect on their experiences and the broader implications of their work, offering a nuanced look at the complexities of the industry.

In This Episode:

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

01:23: Podcast Overview with Host Jessie Sage

02:44: Season Finale and Guest Introduction: Olivia Snow

05:01: Olivia Snow on Academia and Sex Work Research

06:53: Surveillance and Sex Work: A Discussion

10:22: Historical Context of Surveillance in Sex Work

12:30: Olivia Snow's Academic Background

20:18: Cannibalism and Capitalism in American Literature

28:02: Class Dynamics and Sex Work

50:18: Sex Work, Queer Identity, and Community Dynamics

Guest:

Dr. Olivia Snow is a writer, professor, and dominatrix based in New York City. She’s currently a Visiting Assistant Researcher at the University of California, Los Angeles’s Department of Gender Studies and Center for Critical Internet Inquiry (C2i2), where she studies sex work, labor rights, tech, and policy. She’s written for WIRED, The Daily Beast, Jezebel, The Chronicle of Higher Education, The Nation, Slate, and Motherboard/VICE, and she’s been quoted in stories on sex work and whorephobia for Business Insider, Buzzfeed, CNN, The Daily Dot, Fast Company, Forbes, Glamour, The Guardian, Inside Higher Ed, Mashable, MEL Magazine, The New York Post, Paper Magazine, Polygon, Prism, TechCrunch, The Washington Post, and more.

You can find Olivia:

Website: doctrixsnow.com

X: @MistressSnowPhD

Instagram: @mistresssnowphd

Recommendations:

Pretty Baby, by Chris Belcher

Chappell Roan

The Rest:

Host: Jessie Sage

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

Sponsor: Assembly Four

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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.