46 - Melissa Petro: Sex Work, Shame, & Mass Media Humiliation

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Erin Medina joins to share her journey as a sex worker, her experiences, and the importance of authenticity and community in the industry. The discussion delves into Erin's background, her transition from religious upbringing to sex work, and the creation of her alter ego, Erin, who embodies her best and bravest self. 💦🍆🎙️❤️This episode of Seggs Talk Radio is brought to you by ⁠Testie⁠, which is reinventing walk-in STI lab testing. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to get on the waitlist and get a discount on your first STI-panel with us! 🧪EPISODE THEMES📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Holistic Sexuality and Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Emotional Complexity of Sex Work The Therapeutic Power of GardeningJourney into Sex WorkLiving in New York: Challenges and Growth⁠CONNECT WITH ERIN 💌InstagramCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️⁠WebsiteInstagramYoutube

In this episode, Laura Desiree joins Seggs Talk Radio to discuss her multifaceted career in sex work, burlesque performance, and erotic writing. She shares her journey from being a Naked News anchor to becoming an intimacy coordinator for film and television. The conversation delves into topics such as the societal stigma surrounding sex work, the impact of erotic content in movies, and the challenges of maintaining sexual authenticity.💦🍆🎙️❤️This episode of Seggs Talk Radio is brought to you by ⁠Testie⁠, which is reinventing walk-in STI lab testing. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to get on the waitlist and get a discount on your first STI-panel with us! 🧪EPISODE THEMES📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Intimacy Coordination in Film and Stage⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Challenges of Sex Education and Censorship The Importance of Play and KinkThe Chaos of Avoidant RelationshipsThe Art of MultitaskingCONNECT WITH LAURA 💌InstagramCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️⁠WebsiteInstagramYoutube

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea welcomes Nicholas Velotta, a relationship scientist, to discuss the interplay between academia, technology, and modern dating dynamics. They explore the seasonality of divorce, the importance of rituals in relationships, and the challenges of translating academic research into actionable insights. 💦🍆🎙️❤️This episode of Seggs Talk Radio is brought to you by ⁠Testie⁠, which is reinventing walk-in STI lab testing. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to get on the waitlist and get a discount on your first STI-panel with us! 🧪EPISODE THEMES📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Exploring Divorce Seasonality ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Navigating Modern Dating ChallengesAttachment Styles and Dating DynamicsImpact of Technology on IntimacyQuitting Vices and Love LanguagesCONNECT WITH NICHOLAS 💌InstagramCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️⁠WebsiteInstagramYoutube

In this informative episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea welcomes Dr. Kate Balestrieri, a clinical and forensic psychologist, and certified sex therapist. The conversation delves into multiple facets of intimacy and relationships, covering topics such as sexual health, the impact of societal norms on sexuality, and the complexities of emotional labor in partnerships. 💦🍆🎙️❤️This episode of Seggs Talk Radio is brought to you by ⁠Testie⁠, which is reinventing walk-in STI lab testing. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to get on the waitlist and get a discount on your first STI-panel with us! 🧪EPISODE THEMES📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Censorship in Sexual Health⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Understanding Normative Male AlexithymiaDating Apps and Modern RomanceEmotional and Domestic Labor ImbalanceChallenges in Long-Term Relationships⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH KATE 💌InstagramCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️⁠WebsiteInstagramYoutube

In this engaging episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea welcomes the multi-talented Brandon Kyle Goodman, a podcaster, author, actor, and writer. The conversation covers a variety of topics including Brandon's upcoming stage show 'Ho Church,' their experiences growing up as a pastor’s kid, and their journey through different religious practices. 💦🍆🎙️❤️This episode of Seggs Talk Radio is brought to you by ⁠Testie⁠, which is reinventing walk-in STI lab testing. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to get on the waitlist and get a discount on your first STI-panel with us! 🧪EPISODE THEMES📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Journey of Sexuality and Coming Out⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Polyamory and Open RelationshipsFlipping Gender Roles and Embracing DominanceTherapy and Self-ReflectionExploring Kinks and Fetishes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH BRANDON 💌InstagramCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️⁠WebsiteInstagramYoutube

Melissa Petro, author of 'Shame On You,' joins Seggs Talk Radio to discuss her remarkable journey from being a public school teacher and sex worker to becoming an author and advocate. Melissa details her career trajectory, the media scandal that outed her past as a sex worker, and the personal and professional aftermath, including losing her teaching job. 💦🍆🎙️❤️This episode of Seggs Talk Radio is brought to you by ⁠Testie⁠, which is reinventing walk-in STI lab testing. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to get on the waitlist and get a discount on your first STI-panel with us! 🧪EPISODE THEMES📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Media Backlash and Career Impact⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Navigating Public ScrutinyPublic Shaming and Its ImpactResearch on Shame and ResilienceLegal Battles and Free Speech⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH MELISSA💌InstagramCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️⁠WebsiteInstagramYoutube

In this episode, seasoned BDSM community member Venus Cuffs discusses her decade-long journey in the New York kink scene, shedding light on the abusive behaviors she has witnessed and the importance of consent and boundaries. Venus shares her transition into mainstream nightlife producing, highlighting her profound experiences from owning a large dungeon in Brooklyn to curating unique events like her kink-horror show 'House of Screams.' 💦🍆🎙️❤️This episode of Seggs Talk Radio is brought to you by ⁠Testie⁠, which is reinventing walk-in STI lab testing. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to get on the waitlist and get a discount on your first STI-panel with us! 🧪EPISODE THEMES📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠New York Nightlife and Ballroom Culture⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Experiencing Homelessness and Finding Community⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Challenges for Women Entrepreneurs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gender Dynamics in Business⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Abuse in BDSM and Adult Industry⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH VENUS CUFFS 💌InstagramCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️⁠WebsiteInstagramYoutube

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Mia Lee shares her journey from a career in finance to becoming a high-end escort and later a stripper. Mia talks about her background as a Chinese political refugee, her time in foster care, and her introduction to the corporate world. She discusses the stigma associated with sex work, her strategies for marketing and success, and how her business ventures aim to provide financial services tailored for sex workers.💦🍆🎙️❤️This episode of Seggs Talk Radio is brought to you by ⁠Testie⁠, which is reinventing walk-in STI lab testing. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to get on the waitlist and get a discount on your first STI-panel with us! 🧪EPISODE THEMES📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Navigating Dating as a Sex Worker⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Exploring Bisexuality and Polyamory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Natural Beauty and Plastic Surgery⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Challenges and Misconceptions in Sex Work⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stripping and Mentorship⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH MIA 💌InstagramCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️⁠WebsiteInstagramYoutube

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea interviews Ali Weiss and they share a candid conversation about their experiences living with ADHD and the profound effects it has had on their lives and self-esteem. They delve into the pressure and impacts of having a social media presence, the values of establishing boundaries, and the complexities around being perceived by audiences.💦🍆🎙️❤️This episode of Seggs Talk Radio is brought to you by ⁠Testie⁠, which is reinventing walk-in STI lab testing. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to get on the waitlist and get a discount on your first STI-panel with us! 🧪EPISODE THEMES📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mental Health and Social Media Boundaries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ADHD and Anxiety Struggles⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dating with Intention⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Exploring Dominance and Submission⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Impact of Early Sexualization⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH ALI 💌InstagramCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️⁠WebsiteInstagramYoutube

In this episode of Seggs Talk Radio, Thea welcomes Norma Buster, Chief of Staff at CA Goldberg, a victim's rights law firm in New York. Norma shares her journey from being a victim of stalking and image-based sexual abuse to becoming an advocate and podcast host of 'Oral Arguments'. The conversation explores her work at the law firm, society’s view on sex work, and her personal journey of empowerment through starting an OnlyFans account. 💦🍆🎙️❤️This episode of Seggs Talk Radio is brought to you by ⁠Testie⁠, which is reinventing walk-in STI lab testing. Click ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ to get on the waitlist and get a discount on your first STI-panel with us! 🧪EPISODE THEMES 📝⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Starting OnlyFans and Workplace SupportLegal Battles and Seeking JusticeSupporting Sex Workers' RightsDecriminalization and Global PerspectivesChallenges with Tech Companies and Legal Battles⁠⁠⁠⁠CONNECT WITH NORMA BUSTER 💌InstagramCONNECT WITH SEGGS TALK RADIO🎙️⁠WebsiteInstagramYoutube