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S3 E12: I Needed to Do Something With My Hands…Now I Make Custom Leather Harnesses with Mia Walsch
In this special crossover of When We're Not Hustling and Hobby Whores, Mia Walsch shares how she turned to leather crafting during Melbourne’s lockdowns, navigating the challenges of selling handmade goods and the ethics of working with leather as a vegetarian.
March 23, 2025
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S3 E11: What Does It Mean to Be Human? More Importantly, What Does It Mean to Have Humanity? with Zalika
In this episode of When We're Not Hustling, host Jessie Sage engages in a profound conversation with Zalika U Ibaorimi, PhD, exploring the complex intersections of identity, race, and sex work, while challenging societal constructs and delving into topics such as humanism, Black femme identity, and the notion of "no humans involved."
March 17, 2025
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S3 E10: What Do Mobile Peepshows, Burlesque and Non Profits Have in Common? Ruby
In this episode of When We're Not Hustling, Canadian sex worker advocate and burlesque dancer Ruby Peep Show discusses her journey in the sex work industry, the creation of a mobile peep show, and the importance of community care and advocacy.
March 10, 2025
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S3 E9: I’m an Immigrant Six Times Over, and My Heart Helps Me Find a Sense of Home with Savannah
This episode of When We're Not Hustling features an insightful discussion with Savannah, a sex worker and artist, about the intersections of sex work, art, self-care, and the quest for belonging, highlighting her journey of navigating survival mode, the stigma around sex work, and her creative endeavors to foster community and self-expression.
March 3, 2025
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S3 E8: I Am a Pro Domme and a Pro Wrestler—I Like to Play the Heel with Katarina
On this episode of When We’re Not Hustling, Katarina "The Dom Cat" Pierce shares how she went from TV production to dominating the ring as a pro domme and fetish wrestler. She and Jessie Sage dive into sex work, wrestling, and building community through the Sex Work Survival Guide.
February 24, 2025
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S3 E7: I Make Art From Bones and I Like Homesteading, Too with Miss Faith Rae
In this episode of When We're Not Hustling, Jessie Sage sits down with Ms. Faith Rae to discuss her work as a multidisciplinary artist and sex worker, her unique craft of creating art with ethically sourced bones, and her commitment to sustainability and homesteading.
February 17, 2025
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After The Hustle Episodes

S2 E22 AP: I’m a Dominatrix With a PhD, and There’s a Lot of Us
In the Season 2 finale of *When We’re Not Hustling*, Jessie Sage, Emery Fields, and Emily Foster reflect on Olivia Snow’s interview, exploring surveillance, queer identity in sex work, and the importance of community solidarity.
December 4, 2024
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S2 E21 AP: Living in a Van and Doing Psychedelics Changed My Life
In this *When We're Not Hustling After Party* episode, Jessie Sage, Emery Fields, and Emily Foster discuss van life, minimal living, and psychedelics. They explore the challenges of maintaining cleanliness in small spaces, the benefits of self-discovery through psychedelics, and the importance of personal rituals for growth.
November 27, 2024
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S2 E20 AP: I Throw Sex Parties, and There’s No Boys Allowed
In this When We're Not Hustling After Party episode, hosts Jessie Sage, Emily Foster, and Emery Fields discuss Josie Oakley’s advocacy, her inclusive event planning, and her work with SWOP Pittsburgh to improve sex worker safety. They highlight her commitment to consent, communication, and accountability in creating respectful spaces.
November 20, 2024
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S2 E18 AP: I’m a Proud Bed-Rotter, and I Think Everyone Should Try It
In this episode of *When We're Not Hustling: The Afterparty*, hosts Jessie Sage, Emily Foster, and guest host Emery Fields discuss "bedrotting" as an essential form of self-care, emphasizing the importance of scheduling downtime in a hustle-driven economy and sharing their experiences balancing work with relaxation.
November 6, 2024
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S2 E17 AP: I’m Happier, Wealthier, and More Satisfied Single
In this episode of "When We're Not Hustling: The After-Party," the hosts discuss Gem DeMilo's empowering choice to embrace singlehood, the societal pressure to prioritize romance, and the profound value of friendships and diverse relationships in fostering fulfillment.
October 30, 2024
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S2 E16 AP: It’s Not Funny to Get Punched in the Face, but I Do It Anyway
In this episode of "When We're Not Hustling: The After-Party," the hosts discuss Kaitlyn Bailey's impact on the podcasting, sex work, and activist communities, highlighting her career as a comedian, historian, and sex worker, and her contributions to recognizing sex work as valid and respectable.
October 14, 2024
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Looking for the perfect Christmas gift ideas? Our Season 2 guests from *When We're Not Hustling* are here to share their favorite picks! 🎁✨
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Latest Episodes

S3 E12: I Needed to Do Something With My Hands…Now I Make Custom Leather Harnesses with Mia Walsch

S3 E11: What Does It Mean to Be Human? More Importantly, What Does It Mean to Have Humanity? with Zalika

S3 E10: What Do Mobile Peepshows, Burlesque and Non Profits Have in Common? Ruby

S3 E9: I’m an Immigrant Six Times Over, and My Heart Helps Me Find a Sense of Home with Savannah

S3 E8: I Am a Pro Domme and a Pro Wrestler—I Like to Play the Heel with Katarina

S3 E7: I Make Art From Bones and I Like Homesteading, Too with Miss Faith Rae

After The Hustle Episodes

S2 E22 AP: I’m a Dominatrix With a PhD, and There’s a Lot of Us

S2 E21 AP: Living in a Van and Doing Psychedelics Changed My Life

S2 E20 AP: I Throw Sex Parties, and There’s No Boys Allowed

S2 E18 AP: I’m a Proud Bed-Rotter, and I Think Everyone Should Try It

S2 E17 AP: I’m Happier, Wealthier, and More Satisfied Single

S2 E16 AP: It’s Not Funny to Get Punched in the Face, but I Do It Anyway

From The Blog

Season 2 Holiday Gift Guide: Recommendations from Our Guests

November and December Happenings on WWNH

October Happenings on WWNH

September Happenings on WWNH

August Happenings on WWNH

‘When We’re Not Hustling’ Podcast Launches Its Second Season

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