SW & LOVE

<p>Even in relationships where SW itself isn't a source of tension, any demanding job can affect a couple's relationship. From mismatched schedules to burnout to low libido, therapist Liz Afton returns to help unpack some common obstacles that even the healthiest couples can face.</p><p><strong><em>Mentioned in the episode:</em></strong><em> </em>My article for Rewire: <a target="_blank" href="https://rewirenewsgroup.com/2026/04/29/rex-heuermann-gilgo-beach-murder-sex-workers/"><strong>SWers Remember Victims of Gilgo Beach Killer: ‘Our Sisters’</strong></a><strong> </strong>| <a target="_blank" href="https://outlawmedia.metalabel.com/whocontrolsthenarrative?variantId=1"><strong>My e-book</strong></a> about media bias against SWers | <a target="_blank" href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/p/beloved-a-film-about-the-love-lives-a02"><strong>My film</strong></a> | <a target="_blank" href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/"><strong>My Substack</strong></a><strong> </strong>|<strong> Email Liz Afton:</strong> [email protected]</p><p><strong><em>Upcoming events:</em></strong> <strong>5/31:</strong> <a target="_blank" href="https://www.judson.org/calendar/sunday-service-5-31-26">SWer Sunday service & dinner at Judson Memorial Church</a> (Manhattan) | <strong>6/14:</strong> <a target="_blank" href="https://dice.fm/event/av5v9v-swer-open-mic-pride-14th-jun-alphaville-new-york-tickets?lng=en-US">SWer Open Mic</a> (Brooklyn), <strong>June 17:</strong> SWer caravan heading to Long Island to witness Rex Heuermann's sentencing in solidarity with the eight women he confessed to killing. Contact me for more.</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Outlaw Media at <a href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">outlawmediacompany.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>Trixxie Morella is a multimedia artist, spicy worker, and community advocate. In this episode, they reflect on a traumatic relationship where their spicy work was a factor. What happened to Trixxie is terrible. And also, in hearing them tell their story, we have the opportunity to bear witness to a person with a tremendous spirit.</p><p>This episode contains discussions of pregnancy, abortion, sexual assault, and anti-trans hate.</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://dice.fm/event/q2weox-swer-open-mic-8th-apr-alphaville-new-york-tickets">Click here for info about this week's SWer Open Mic</a> in Brooklyn, featuring Trixxie Morella (4/8/26)</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://open.spotify.com/artist/6EbmSYKWf9d4Fwry65CFRd?si=D9pJsI8sRbWQVJ-tummw2g">Click here to stream Trixxie's music</a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/">Subscribe to my newsletter here</a></p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Outlaw Media at <a href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">outlawmediacompany.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>Jessie is a circus performer and aerial artist. Her story is a reminder that no woman or femme is ever safe from the dangers of being labeled "whore" (derogatory). This episode is dedicated to anyone who's experienced whore-shaming abuse, especially if you're an actual sex worker. No one deserves that.</p><p><strong>My new documentary about the love lives of sex workers will screen in Brooklyn on March 29. </strong><a target="_blank" href="https://link.dice.fm/B84799bc214a?dice_id=B84799bc214a">Click here to RSVP</a>.</p><p><a target="_blank" href="http://outlawmediacompany.substack.com">Click here to subscribe to my Substack</a> (free).</p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Outlaw Media at <a href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">outlawmediacompany.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>NYC-based SWer, Celeste, talks about love, moms, and the time they dated a cop. <a target="_blank" href="https://linktr.ee/goddessxxceleste">Click here for all Celeste's links</a>.</p><p><strong>Through 3/15/26, </strong><strong><em>Beloved</em></strong><strong>, my documentary about the love lives of SWers is available to stream</strong>, as part of the Lift-Off Film Festival! Tickets are $12, and your purchase gives you access to all the films in <em>Beloved's</em> category. You’ll also be able to vote for your favorite film--enough votes could help <em>Beloved</em> earn a live screening in England :)</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://checkout.liftoff.network/judges-select-berlin-lift-off-2026/">CLICK HERE TO ACCESS </a><a target="_blank" href="https://checkout.liftoff.network/judges-select-berlin-lift-off-2026/"><em>BELOVED</em></a></p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/p/beloved-a-film-about-the-love-lives-a02">CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE TRAILER</a></p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Outlaw Media at <a href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">outlawmediacompany.substack.com/subscribe</a>

<p>In Part 1, therapist Liz Afton walks us through some relationship "red flags" that SWers can be on the lookout for. And if you're not a SWer, you can still be on the lookout for these warning signs that someone's not treating you well. Part 2 will focus more on green flags (yay).</p><p><strong>**Big news! My new film, </strong><a target="_blank" href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/p/beloved-a-film-about-the-love-lives-a02"><strong>Beloved</strong></a><strong>, has been accepted into the Berlin Lift Off Festival and is available for streaming (and audience voting!) until March 15, 2026. </strong><a target="_blank" href="https://checkout.liftoff.network/judges-select-berlin-lift-off-2026/"><strong>Click here to watch!</strong></a><strong> </strong></p><p>Mentioned in this episode:- Liz Afton: <a target="_blank" href="mailto:[email protected]">[email protected]</a></p><p>- <a target="_blank" href="https://www.manhattanalternative.com/">Manhattan Alternative</a></p><p>- <a target="_blank" href="https://www.kintsugitherapistcollective.com/">Kintsugi Therapist Collective</a></p><p>Find me on <a target="_blank" href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/">Substack</a>, <a target="_blank" href="http://instagram.com/outlawmediacompany">Instagram</a>, or <a target="_blank" href="https://www.youtube.com/@outlawmediaofficial">YouTube</a></p> <br/><br/>Get full access to Outlaw Media at <a href="https://outlawmediacompany.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&#38;utm_campaign=CTA_4">outlawmediacompany.substack.com/subscribe</a>