Exploring Identity: Sex Work, Queerness, and Anti-Zionism
Episode Overview
Finding strength in community amidst grief and rage. Impact of systemic oppressions on intimate relationships. Jewish texts and their interpretations of sex work. Nuances between legalization and decriminalization of sex work. Role of gender stigma, misogyny, white supremacy, and capitalism.
The mechanisms that are fueling porphobia and Zionism are respectively and collectively rooted in paternalistic saviorism
In this compelling episode of 'A Stripper's Guide', host Leilah Feinstein returns after a hiatus, joined by her co-host Erica Sosa, and special guests Ayelet Cartolina and members of Making Mensches. The conversation is a deep dive into the intersections of sex work, queerness, Judaism, and anti-Zionism. Feinstein shares her journey of finding strength in her community amidst the grief and rage sparked by recent events in Palestine.
You'll hear personal reflections on how systemic oppressions impact intimate relationships and professional lives, particularly within sex worker and queer communities. The episode also features a discussion on Jewish texts and their interpretations of sex work, with Ayelet Cartolina providing insightful commentary. The group explores the complexities of gender stigma, misogyny, and their ties to larger societal issues like white supremacy and capitalism. They also touch on the importance of understanding the nuances between legalization and decriminalization of sex work.
This episode is not just for those within the Jewish or queer communities but offers valuable perspectives for anyone interested in social justice and community care. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges traditional narratives and advocates for a more inclusive understanding of identity and solidarity.