“Suitcase Pimps” in the Adult Industry: an informational essay

The arrangement that you have with him is probably sort of unspoken. It likely didn’t start out the way it is now. Chances are he was just your boyfriend or good friend at first, and he saw all the hard work you were doing. He offered to drop you off and pick you up at a shoot one day, and ended up helping you with your bags… … Continue reading“Suitcase Pimps” in the Adult Industry: an informational essay

Christy Mack: Thoughts And Upsetness and Bravery

I am grateful to Christy Mack for having the courage to speak up and bravely show photos of the results of her assault–so often these kinds of domestic attacks happen in the shadows. Women, and all victims of abuse, are often afraid to speak up or have been convinced by the world that it is somehow their fault. Her willingness to show her injuries and to talk to the world about what happened shines a light into an often-dark corner of the world that affects so many. … Continue readingChristy Mack: Thoughts And Upsetness and Bravery