YAS Podcast

In the first episode of 2026, host AM Davies introduces listeners to the revamped YAS Podcast, featuring a special compilation of interviews from the AVN Expo in Las Vegas. The episode highlights the experiences and insights of various adult performers and industry veterans including Kaiia Eve, Lala Ivey, Aiden Starr, AJ Fresh, Shay Fox, Summer Hart, Tef Wesley and representatives from Decriminalize Sex Work. Discussions cover the challenges and evolving dynamics within the sex work industry, the impacts of legislation like SESTA/FOSTA, the role of social media, and the importance of community support. The episode emphasizes the resilience and professionalism of sex workers and concludes with a call for continued advocacy and understanding.  Links to everyone below chapter list.    00:00 Welcome to YAS Podcast 00:33 First Episode of 2026: Snowed Out and Slow Start 02:00 AVN Expo 2026: Meeting Daisy Ducati 04:17 Interview Highlights: Kaiia Eve 08:16 Interview Highlights: Lala Ivy 12:53 Interview Highlights: Aiden Starr 22:18 Interview Highlights: AJ Fresh 28:19 Interview Highlights: Shay Fox 28:54 Returning to the Industry: Changes and Reflections 29:24 The Impact of Fan Access and OnlyFans 30:28 Industry Challenges and Legal Changes 31:14 Mainstream Media and the Adult Industry 33:10 Interview with Summer Hart: Age Verification and Industry Impact 39:31 Decriminalize Sex Work: Advocacy and Challenges 46:18 Interview with Tef Wesley: Myths and Realities of Porn Performers 52:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts   Kaiie Eve   Lala Ivey   Aiden Starr   AJ Fresh   Shay Fox   Summer Hart   Decriminalize Sex Work   Tef Wesley Donate to our work ⁠YAS Work Instagram⁠ ⁠YAS Work BlueSky⁠ ⁠YAS Work Twitter⁠ ⁠YAS Work Youtube YASStore.Shop  

<p>In this episode of YAS Podcast, hosts AM Davies and NatsHoney, discuss the latest developments in the strip club industry, focusing on RCI Hospitality Holdings. They address the multiple allegations against RCI, including tax fraud, bribery, and a current misclassification lawsuit affecting employees and shareholders alike. The conversation features insights from dancers at RCI-owned clubs in Colorado and highlights the broader implications for the industry. With multiple lawsuits and increased house fees, there&#39;s an urgent need for transparency, better labor practices, and a reevaluation of worker classifications. The episode emphasizes the significance of community allyship and the ongoing struggle for workers&#39; rights within the industry.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Welcome to YAS Podcast</p><p>00:44 Reflecting on the Year 2026</p><p>02:14 Investigating RCI Hospitality Holdings</p><p>03:52 Employee Misclassification and Legal Troubles</p><p>09:18 Voices from the Clubs</p><p>19:23 The Impact of House Fees</p><p>23:09 Independent Contractors vs. Employees</p><p>27:12 Dress Code Dilemmas</p><p>28:04 Panel Updates and Announcements</p><p>28:33 Independent Contractor vs Employee Debate</p><p>29:27 Misclassification and Labor Rights</p><p>30:44 Tipping Culture and Management Expectations</p><p>31:55 Young Dancers and Industry Challenges</p><p>33:48 RCI Lawsuits and Investor Concerns</p><p>41:43 Denver Labor Investigation</p><p>46:07 Future of the Industry and Worker Rights</p><p>55:44 Closing Thoughts and Call to Action</p><p><br></p><p>Links:</p><p><a href="https://ag.ny.gov/press-release/2025/attorney-general-james-charges-former-new-york-tax-auditor-role-strip-club?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">NY Attorney General Press Release</a></p><p><a href="https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250916608441/en/RCI-Statement-Regarding-New-York-Attorney-Generals-Charges?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">RCI&#39;s Official Response</a></p><p><a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/09/17/3151940/0/en/RCI-Hospitality-Holdings-Inc-RICK-Faces-Investor-Scrutiny-After-Tax-Fraud-Indictment-Against-Company-CEO-CFO-Hagens-Berman.html" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Investor Scrutiny</a></p><p><a href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/09/16/rci-strip-club-new-york-tax-fraud.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">CNBC News Story</a></p><p><a href="https://www.denverpost.com/2025/03/17/colorado-strip-clubs-wage-theft/amp/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Denver Strip Clubs Steal Wages</a></p><p><a href="https://www.denvergov.org/Government/Agencies-Departments-Offices/Agencies-Departments-Offices-Directory/Auditors-Office/Denver-Labor/Civil-Wage-Theft-in-Denver/Wage-Theft-in-the-Adult-Entertainment-Industry" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Wage Theft in the Adult Entertainment Industry</a></p><p><a href="https://yaswork.org/donate/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Donate to our work </a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/yasworkorg/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">⁠YAS Work Instagram⁠</a></p><p><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/yaswork.bsk

<p>In this episode of YAS Podcast, host Princess Marx, along with producer AM Davies, delve into the multifaceted life of their guest, Vampiress, a featured performer, dominatrix, and former ballet dancer turned circus artist. Vampiress shares her journey from ballet training in Russia to becoming a touring performance artist known for her fiery shows. She discusses the emotional toll of her work, the critical importance of aftercare in domme sessions, and the misconceptions about the adult industry. The conversation also touches on the differences between lifestyle and professional dommes, the evolution of financial domination (findom), and the need for better representation and support for sex workers. The episode concludes with Vampiress sharing her future aspirations and a heartfelt message on the importance of community support and empathy in the industry.</p><p>00:00 The Emotional Weight of Sex Work</p><p>00:44 Welcome to YAS Podcast</p><p>01:14 Meet Our Hosts and Guest</p><p>01:48 Vampiress: A Multifaceted Performer</p><p>03:16 From Ballet to Fire Performances</p><p>04:38 A Journey Through Ballet Training</p><p>05:49 Overcoming Adversity Through Dance</p><p>08:13 Exploring the Adult Industry</p><p>08:40 The Role of Kink in Healing</p><p>11:34 Understanding the Domme-Sub Dynamic</p><p>13:09 The Importance of Aftercare</p><p>14:45 Professional vs. Lifestyle Dommes</p><p>16:49 Misconceptions About Dominatrixes</p><p>22:26 The Ethics of Findomming</p><p>25:49 Acknowledging Support and Advocacy</p><p>26:17 Power Exchange Beyond the Playroom</p><p>26:40 Everyday Life and Helping Others</p><p>27:51 Misconceptions About the Adult Industry</p><p>28:05 The Reality of Featuring and Domme Work</p><p>32:26 Explaining Featuring and Its Dynamics</p><p>39:42 Touring and Future Plans</p><p>40:12 Circus Background and Skills</p><p>45:01 Supporting the Industry and Final Thoughts</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/vampiress_aeturnus/"><u>Follow Vampiress on Instagram</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/princessmarxofficial/"><u>Follow Princess Marx on Instagram</u></a></p><p><a href="https://x.com/princessmarxism"><u>Follow Princess Marx on X</u></a></p><p><a href="https://yaswork.org/donate/"><u>Donate to our work </u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/yasworkorg/"><u>⁠YAS Work Instagram⁠</u></a></p><p><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/yaswork.bsky.social"><u>⁠YAS Work BlueSky⁠</u></a></p><p><a href="https://x.com/YASWorkOrg"><u>⁠YAS Work Twitter⁠</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@YASWorkOrg"><u>⁠YAS Work Youtube</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.yasstore.shop/"><u>YASStore.Shop</u></a></p><p><br></p>

<p>In this episode of YAS Podcast, host Daisy Ducati converses with Michael McGrady Jr., contributing legal editor for AVN magazine, discussing recent legislative efforts aimed at regulating sex work and queer identities. They delve into various initiatives, including Michigan&#39;s proposed Anti-Corruption of Public Morals Act and the implications of age verification laws on the adult entertainment industry. McGrady provides insights on how such laws could jeopardize freedoms and privacy, emphasizing the need for continued advocacy and resilience within the sex work and queer communities. The episode highlights the importance of voting and staying informed to safeguard rights amidst increasing political and cultural challenges.</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Anti-Corruption of Public Morals Act</p><p>00:42 Welcome to YAS Podcast</p><p>01:31 Meet Michael McGrady Jr.</p><p>04:21 Michael&#39;s Journey into Journalism</p><p>09:01 The Age Verification Debate</p><p>13:18 Concerns Over Data Privacy and Security</p><p>18:37 Impact on LGBTQ+ Community</p><p>21:51 The Role of VPNs and Data Security</p><p>24:52 Challenges Faced by Legitimate Porn Sites</p><p>27:11 FTC Settlement Concerns</p><p>28:45 Regulatory Challenges in the UK</p><p>31:02 Global Impact on Content Creation</p><p>34:58 Michigan&#39;s Anti-Pornography Bill</p><p>37:21 Defining Prohibited Materials</p><p>39:25 Conflation of Queer Identity and Porn</p><p>45:18 Fighting for Rights and Acceptance</p><p>48:16 Closing Remarks and Call to Action</p><p><br></p><p>Links: </p><p><a href="https://avn.com/profiles/michael-mcgrady-315028"><u>Michael McGrady AVN Profile</u></a></p><p><a href="https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billintroduced/House/htm/2025-HIB-4938.htm"><u>House Bill No. 4938</u></a> ( Anti-Corruption of Public Morals Act.)</p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/daisyducati/"><u>Daisy Instagram</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.yasstore.shop/"><u>YASStore.Shop</u></a></p><p><a href="https://yaswork.org/donate/"><u>Donate to our work </u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/yasworkorg/"><u>YAS Work Instagram</u></a></p><p><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/yaswork.bsky.social"><u>YAS Work BlueSky</u></a></p><p><a href="https://x.com/YASWorkOrg"><u>YAS Work Twitter</u></a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@YASWorkOrg"><u>YAS Work Youtube</u></a></p><p><br></p>

<p>In this episode of YAS Podcast, host AM Davies interviews Savannah Sly, a seasoned sex worker and activist affiliated with New Moon. The discussion covers the intricate issues of white supremacy culture, ableism, and the unique challenges faced by marginalized sex workers. Savannah shares her journey into activism, driven by personal experiences with the war on drugs and her immersion into the sex worker advocacy community. The conversation also delves into the historical and current impacts of anti-sex trafficking campaigns fueled by propaganda and moralistic agendas. Savannah highlights the importance of local community organizing, mutual support among sex workers, and the necessity of engaging with various social justice movements to resist fascism effectively. The episode concludes with an overview of New Moon&#39;s initiatives, focusing on philanthropic engagement, financial support for sex worker-led organizations, and capacity-building programs aimed at empowering the sex worker rights movement.</p><p>00:00 The Urgency of Collective Action</p><p>00:33 Welcome to YAS Podcast</p><p>01:34 Introducing Today&#39;s Guest: Savannah Sly</p><p>02:10 Savannah&#39;s Journey into Sex Work</p><p>03:32 The Impact of the War on Drugs</p><p>04:28 Sex Worker Advocacy and Propaganda</p><p>05:44 The Rise of Anti-Sex Trafficking Campaigns</p><p>06:33 The Role of Feminism in the Sex Work Debate</p><p>09:00 Manufactured Hysteria and Its Consequences</p><p>12:08 The Growth of the Sex Worker Rights Movement</p><p>17:19 Challenges in Advocacy and Activism</p><p>19:59 Lessons on White Supremacy Culture</p><p>26:16 Coping with Current Global Challenges</p><p>27:18 Facing Fear and Privilege</p><p>29:06 The Role of Privileged People in Resistance</p><p>30:47 Local Engagement and Political Action</p><p>32:30 Conversations with Trump Supporters</p><p>34:51 Sex Workers&#39; Unique Perspective on Authoritarianism</p><p>42:05 New Moon Network&#39;s Mission and Work</p><p>49:10 Final Thoughts and Call to Action</p><p>Links</p><p><a href="https://politicalresearch.org/2018/08/13/beyond-strange-bedfellows" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Beyond Strange Bedfellows (article)</a></p><p><a href="https://tinyurl.com/3j8vydb8" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Characteristics of White Supremacy Culture</a></p><p><a href="https://www.newmoonnetwork.org/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">New Moon Network</a></p><p><a href="https://savannahsly.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Savannah Sly Website</a></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/yasworkorg/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YAS Work Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://bsky.app/profile/yaswork.bsky.social" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YAS Work BlueSky</a></p><p><a href="https://x.com/YASWorkOrg" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YAS Work Twitter</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@YASWorkOrg" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">YAS Work Youtube</a></p><p><br></p>