
The Oldest Profession Podcast reminds listeners that sex workers have always been part of the story. Each episode focuses on an "old pro" from history, contextualizing that figure in their own time and connecting their story to the ongoing struggle for sex worker rights. Your host, Kaytlin Bailey, is a nationally touring stand up comic, notorious old pro, and sex worker rights advocate. She's part... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 143 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Trigger warning: this episode discusses suicidal thoughts.
Coming out as a sex worker can be an act of courage, a moment of rupture, or a slow, ongoing negotiation with the world. In this holiday special of The Oldest Profession Podcast, Kaytlin B... more
For decades, Rhode Island effectively decriminalized indoor, consensual sex work—and the sky didn't fall. It got safer. Kaytlin traces the legal fight, the raids, and the politics, then digs into new evidence: a ~40% drop in gonorrhea among women and... more
In this second and final episode on the decriminalization of sex work in Australia, host Kaytlin Bailey picks up where we left off: the 1995 vote to decriminalize sex work in New South Wales.
We look at what happened after decrim passed, what it ac... more
In 1995, New South Wales, Australia became the first place on earth to fully decriminalize adult consensual sex work. How did that happen – and what can today's decrim campaigns learn from it?
In this first of two episodes, host Kaytlin Bailey trac... more
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I’ve been a long time listener, fan and supporter of the Old Pros podcast, at least since 2020 or 2021, and the series continues to be impressive and entertaining. I’m so happy with every episode so far this new season and try to remember all the details for future reference and conversations.
Thank you for presenting Candida’s story with such clarity and humor. Having grown up in the NY “porn chic” culture of the late 70s, I found this episode provided information and perspective in a way that reframed my youthful experiences worshipping the likes of Candida, Annie, Veronica, etc.
I'm rating this here because I can't rate the show on Itunes or Apple Podcasts or whatever. I really like this show a lot. I have an interest in history, the history of social justice and social issue, and as a result the history of sex work. Because of this show and the deep research done for it and of course the very cool host's amazing personality I can connect a lot of the issues we have today to the history of oppression of women and specifically sex workers. I also really like that it's no... more
So so glad this show is back for a new season, I binged it all over the last year and I am always entertained, educated, and elated when I learn about a new pro who -- legit, like every time, a hero in their own right. When is s*x worker history month?
This work is legit, there is precedent!! ...Precedit.
Thank you for this important work. Research on sex workers is a new area for me -I discovered your podcast when looking for information about Kate Horony/Elder/Cummings (Doc Holliday’s companion). I find your research compelling and appreciate your balanced and intelligent approach to this topic. I look forward to listening to every episode and following your work.
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This podcast highlights the often overlooked stories of sex workers throughout history, emphasizing their contributions and connections to ongoing social issues. Each episode features an influential figure from the past, delving into their life and work while drawing parallels to current struggles for sex worker rights. It aims to educate listeners on the societal implications of sex work and advocate for the rights of individuals within this profession. This podcast stands out due to its combination of historical narrative, advocacy, and comedic elements, making it both informative and engaging for a broad audience.
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