In this When We’re Not Hustling After Party episode, hosts Jessie Sage, Emily Foster, and Emery Fields discuss Josie Oakley’s episode, highlighting her dedication to organizing safe, inclusive sex-positive events and her activism with SWOP Pittsburgh. They explore how Josie’s work extends beyond event planning, advocating for reduced penalties for prostitution to make sex work safer and more accessible. The hosts examine the social dynamics and thoughtful guest curation that go into Josie’s events, balancing newcomers with regulars, while discussing the importance of consent, self-awareness, and accountability. Reflecting on Josie’s honesty about her personal growth around past consent issues, they emphasize the need for open communication and self-reflection in fostering respectful relationships.
In This Episode:
00:05: Introduction to the Episode
00:24: Meet the Hosts and Guest
00:59: Hosting Sex Parties with Josie Oakley
01:35: Similarities to Bartending and Event Hosting
03:15: Social Dynamics of Sex Parties
05:18: Gender Dynamics and Initiating Interaction
08:53: Importance of Emotional Safety
11:14: Trust and Curating Guest Lists
15:28: Navigating Consent and Boundaries
26:26: Validating Feelings and Effective Communication
People:
Guest: Josie Oakley
Hosts: Jessie Sage, Emily Foster, Emery Fields
Producer: Emily Foster
Music: Benjamin J Benamati
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