In this powerful episode of FCK THAT SHT, I sit down with the iconic burlesque queen, Perle Noire, to explore her journey of transforming stigma into strength and using seduction as a tool for liberation. Known for her captivating performances and trailblazing work in redefining sensuality and self-love, Perle Noire has empowered over 5,000 women and femmes through her signature workshop, Healing Through Seduction.
We discuss:
How Perle Noire reclaimed her narrative through art and sensuality.
The process of turning stigma into empowerment and healing.
Her philosophy of self-love, authenticity, and embracing your inner diva.
The impact of her Healing Through Seduction workshops and how they continue to inspire women to connect deeply with themselves.
Connect with Perle Noire:
🌐 Website: blackburlesquequeen.com
📸 Instagram: @theperlenoire
In this provocative and thought-provoking episode of F*ck That Shit, we’re stripping away the layers of shame, stigma, and societal expectations with the brilliant Fancy Feast—a Brooklyn-based burlesque performer, writer, and sex educator.
Together, we explore:
🔥 The intersections of burlesque, drag, and sex work
🔥 How shame is weaponized—and monetized—against sex workers
🔥 Reversing the spectator's gaze and reclaiming power in performance
🔥 The role of filth and obscenity in challenging societal norms
🔥 Embodiment in a digital world and why presence matters
🔥 Why supporting sex workers means paying for their labor
Through personal anecdotes, cultural critiques, and deep reflections, Fancy Feast shares how performance can be both a mirror and a megaphone—confronting discomfort, transforming perspectives, and breaking down barriers.
🔗 Learn more about Fancy Feast: fancyfeastburlesque.com
✨ Join us as we say F*ck That Shit to shame and celebrate the power of erotic labor.
In this episode of F*ck That Shit, we sit down with Gigi Holliday—burlesque icon, educator, and co-host of Assorted Chocolates Podcast. Ranked #8 most influential burlesque performer in the world, Gigi opens up about navigating family judgment, fighting for industry recognition, and unapologetically choosing herself. From stripping to burlesque to dominatrix work, she shares how she built a career on her own terms, embraced financial independence, and found power in defying expectations.
🎙 Takeaways:
✨ The challenges of family acceptance and reclaiming your narrative
✨ Why burlesque is business—demanding respect, safety, and fair pay
✨ The power of community in erotic labor and performance spaces
✨ Embracing your “villain era” to put yourself first
🔥 Listen now and step into your audacity!
Want to learn more about Gigi and her work? https://www.gigiholliday.com
@gigiholliday
In this episode of F*ck That Shit: Stripping Away Stigma, we sit down with the incredible AM Davies—a retired stripper, producer of Yes, a Stripper Podcast, and a fierce advocate for sex worker rights. With 20 years of experience in the industry, AMD has navigated the highs and lows of erotic labor, from personal empowerment to systemic challenges, and is now dedicated to amplifying the voices of sex workers worldwide.
We dive into:
✨ The realities of working in erotic labor & industry exploitation
✨ Life after a career-ending injury & reclaiming power
✨ The fight against stigma, SESTA/FOSTA, & harmful legislation
✨ Addressing the “But what about benefits?” argument
✨ The intersection of stripping, autonomy, and advocacy
AMD’s journey is one of resilience, activism, and radical self-acceptance. By the end of this conversation, you’ll be saying F*ck That Shit to whorephobia and the systems that perpetuate it.
📲 Instagram: @amdavies_
🎙 Yes, a Stripper Podcast: @yesastripperpodcast
💻 Website: Yes, a Stripper Podcast
🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts!