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. 00:00 The Emotional Weight of Sex Work 00:44 Welcome to YAS Podcast 01:14 Meet Our Hosts and Guest 01:48 Vampiress: A Multifaceted Performer 03:16 From Ballet to Fire Performances 04:38 A Journey Through Ballet Training 05:49 Overcoming Adversity Through Dance 08:13 Exploring the Adult Industry 08:40 The Role of Kink in Healing 11:34 Understanding the Domme-Sub Dynamic 13:09 The Importance of Aftercare 14:45 Professional vs. Lifestyle Dommes 16:49 Misconceptions About Dominatrixes 22:26 The Ethics of Findomming 25:49 Acknowledging Support and Advocacy 26:17 Power Exchange Beyond the Playroom 26:40 Everyday Life and Helping Others 27:51 Misconceptions About the Adult Industry 28:05 The Reality of Featuring and Domme Work 32:26 Explaining Featuring and Its Dynamics 39:42 Touring and Future Plans 40:12 Circus Background and Skills 45:01 Supporting the Industry and Final Thoughts Follow Vampiress on Instagram Follow Princess Marx on Instagram Follow Princess Marx on X Donate to our work  ⁠YAS Work Instagram⁠ ⁠YAS Work BlueSky⁠ ⁠YAS Work Twitter⁠ ⁠YAS Work Youtube YASStore.Shop