S2 E9: I Used My Dirty Slut Money to Buy Big Ass Tools with Maiia Bates

When We're Not Hustling: Sex Workers Talking About Everything But

Episode 9 features a converation with Maiia Bates, a 10-year veteran of the sex industry. Maiia discusses her journey from live shows to content creation and the burnout she has experienced over time. She now runs an all-women construction company in her town, providing safe and trustworthy services primarily to vulnerable populations like elderly folks and women. Maiia shares her passion for tiling and her satisfaction from doing tangible work.

Jessie and Maiia also discuss the challenges and rewards of working in the adult industry, as well as the isolation that comes from the stigma attached to their work. Maiia talks about finding fulfillment in her new construction business, helping people improve their homes and lives. The conversation explores broader themes of career transition, community contribution, and the importance of having diverse skill sets.

Black Venom Digital

In this episode, Jessie also announces her new venture with Mr. Black Venom, Black Venom Digital, a new web design and creative services agency for adult creators, entertainers, and entrepreneurs who need a professional, transparent partner to help grow their brands.

To celebrate the birth of the agency and our partnership, Black Venom Digital is giving away a free website to a lucky adult industry professional. The contest will run from August 26 to September 16, 2024.

To enter to win a custom-made website:

• Follow Black Venom Digital on X and Instagram:
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• Fill out entry form:
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• Engage in our socials from now until Sept 16

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The Holy Hour Pittsburgh Launch

In this episode we also talked about When We're Not Hustling's first live event, which will also be a book launch of Working Girls Presses The Holy Hour: An Anthology of Sex Work, Magic, and the Divine. The event will be at 7pm on Wednesday, October 16th in Pittsburgh at Stay Gold Books.

Please RSVP here: Eventbrite

In this episode:

02:28: Partnership with Black Venom Digital & Contest Announcement

04:52: Upcoming Live Event & Book Launch Party

07:16: Interview Introduction: Maiia Bates, Cam Model & Contractor

10:01: Maya's Journey in the Adult Industry

16:35: Starting an All Women's Construction Company

23:29: Balancing Construction & Adult Industry Work

33:28: Maya's Passion for Helping Vulnerable Populations

46:36: Closing Questions and Reflections

Guest:

Maiia Bates has been a full-time, web-based, adult entertainer since 2014. She cherishes all the unique experiences she's had the privileged of having in the industry. Most recently, she's been focusing on producing the best quality content and hasn't been offering live cam shows.

X: @real_Maiia

Instagram: @realmaiia

Website: maiiabates.info

Recommendations:

Books:

A Court of Silver Flames, by Sarah J Maas

Music:

Sylvan Esso

The Rest:

Host: Jessie Sage

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

Sponsored by Assembly Four.

We also have a very special sponsor for this episode: Mary Dealing! Mary has been a loyal fan of the show, and wanted to show her support by sponsoring an episode, and Maiia's episode is particularly appropriate because Mary's father was a contractor who taught her and her sister to use tools!

If you would also like to sponsor an episode, you can reach out to us at: [e-mail].

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