Artist and Adult Star Zak Smith Appears on Sluts & Scholars Podcast

LOS ANGELES, CA - Released today on sex-positive podcast, Sluts & Scholars, co-hosts Nicoletta and Simone interview artist and adult star, Zak Smith. The episode is now available for download on iTunes and Spotify.

“Zak hilariously describes his journey into art and porn,” said Nicoletta. “His erotic works are unique and amazing; tune in for some insight into his creativity.”

In the latest episode, Erotica Art with Zak Smith, Nicoletta and Simone chat with fellow slutty scholar Zak Smith (also known as Zak Sabbath). The three discuss Smith’s journey of becoming an artist, artistic porn, and what it’s like to straddle (literally) both worlds. To learn more about Zak Smith and his persona Zak Sabbath, visit his website at ZaxArt.com or follow him on Twitter @ZakSmithSabbath.

For information about the podcast, visit SlutsandScholars.com for a full list of episodes.

ABOUT NICOLETTA HEIDEGGER
Nicoletta Heidegger is the founder and co-host of the popular Sluts & Scholars podcast where she discusses sex, dating, current affairs, politics, and more. Past guests include Dita Von Teese, Nina Hartley, Jessica Drake, Blair Williams, Hudsy Hawn, Dr. David Ley, and most recently Sasha Grey. She is also a registered Marriage and Family Therapy Associate based in LA and hosts a YouTube series called Staying On Top where she shares the latest sex facts, education, and research.

In addition to her podcast and work as a therapy associate, Heidegger has contributed to The Stanford Daily, Vice, Playboy Radio’s Swing with Holli & Michael, Rebecca Zahler’s Don’t Waste Your Pretty podcast, Karen Lee Poter’s Sex Talk with My Mom, Dr. Wendy Walsh, and The Positive Results Corporation.

To learn more about Nicoletta Heidegger, visit her official website at Nicolettavheidegger.com. You can also follow her on Twitter at @MsHeidegger and @slutsscholars.

Free Birth Society’s Emilee Saldaya Appears on ‘Sluts & Scholars’ Podcast

LOS ANGELES, CA - Released today on sex-positive podcast, Sluts & Scholars, co-hosts Nicoletta and Simone interview free birther, Emilee Saldaya. The episode is now available for download on iTunes and Spotify. Nicoletta and Simone also host a weekly live show every Thursday on Sirius XM Ch 415 from 2-3pm PST. This afternoon’s guest is adult star Aali Kali.

“Emilee helps us question the birth industry in America,” said Nicoletta. “She reminds women that we are strong, capable, and can do so much more than we are taught.”

In the latest episode, Free the Birth with Emilee Saldaya, the slutty scholars learn about how our industrial patriarchal medical model affects childbirth. Saldaya also shares a brief history of abusive obstetrics, exploring what “birth in captivity” means and does, plus her own free birth story. She is the founder of Free Birth Society and is a Birth Keeper with almost 15 years of experience. Visit her official website at FreeBirthSociety.com.

For information about the podcast, visit SlutsandScholars.com for a full list of episodes.

The Sluts & Scholars live show on Vivid Radio is from 2-3pm PST on Sirius Channel 415. Call in at 855-99-VIVID to chat. Follow guest Aali Kali on Twitter at @Aalikalixxx.

ABOUT NICOLETTA HEIDEGGER
Nicoletta Heidegger is the founder and co-host of the popular Sluts & Scholars podcast where she discusses sex, dating, current affairs, politics, and more. Past guests include Dita Von Teese, Nina Hartley, Jessica Drake, Blair Williams, Hudsy Hawn, Dr. David Ley, and most recently Sasha Grey. She is also a registered Marriage and Family Therapy Associate based in LA and hosts a YouTube series called Staying On Top where she shares the latest sex facts, education, and research.

In addition to her podcast and work as a therapy associate, Heidegger has contributed to The Stanford Daily, Vice, Playboy Radio’s Swing with Holli & Michael, Rebecca Zahler’s Don’t Waste Your Pretty podcast, Karen Lee Poter’s Sex Talk with My Mom, Dr. Wendy Walsh, and The Positive Results Corporation.

To learn more about Nicoletta Heidegger, visit her official website at Nicolettavheidegger.com. You can also follow her on Twitter at @MsHeidegger and @slutsscholars.

Industry Veteran Producers Fivestar and Sadie Lola Launch ‘Custom Filth’ Site

CYBERSPACE - Industry veterans Fivestar and Sadie Lola team up for their upcoming project, CustomFilth.com. For a limited time only, fans can purchase custom scenes featuring popular stars Mona Wales and Cherry Torn together from the virtual director’s seat.  

“Working with so many amazing and talented performers, we often find ourselves in conversations with their fans,” said CustomFilth.com’s Director and Producer, Fivestar. “So many fans come to us with specific requests that we find difficult to incorporate into the shoots we are producing for a general audience. With this in mind, we decided to expand our production services with CustomFilth.com, videos custom-produced directly for fans. Together with a team of experienced adult industry professionals, we are looking forward to connecting more closely with fans while we have fun shooting with our sexy friends!”

CustomFilth.com’s first project is an open call to fans who want to be in the director’s seat of a high-end porn set. This is a rare opportunity for fans to purchase custom videos featuring popular femdom, lesbian, bondage performers Mona Wales and Cherry Torn.

ABOUT CUSTOM FILTH

Custom Filth is a project lead by Fivestar and Sadie Lola. The pair has a combined 20 years of experience producing in the adult industry. They pride themselves on creating high-quality content and have a wide range of experience working under the Kink.com umbrella. Their videos appear on popular sites such as Whipped Ass, Divine Bitches, KinkVR, LezVR, Emerald Triangle Girls, TS Seduction, Electrosluts, and more. The company specializes in lesbian, femdom, and bondage content. Visit their site at CustomFilth.com and follow them on Twitter at @CustomFilthxxx.

Queer Artist Zolita Featured on ‘Sluts & Scholars’ Podcast

LOS ANGELES, CA - Released today on sex-positive podcast, Sluts & Scholars, co-hosts Nicoletta and Simone interview queer artist, Zolita. The episode is now available for download at iTunes and Spotify.

“Zolita is a true artivist - blending art and activism,” said Nicoletta. “Her exploration of sexuality and lesbian sex is so authentic, raw, and vulnerable.”

In the latest episode, Zolita’s Cult of Girls, the Slutty Scholars chat with queer artist, Zolita. The three discuss what femme lesbian sex looks like, queer art, how to have sex with long nails, and how Zolita deals with haters. Visit SlutsandScholars.com for a full list of episodes.


ABOUT NICOLETTA HEIDEGGER

Nicoletta Heidegger is the founder and co-host of the popular Sluts & Scholars podcast where she discusses sex, dating, current affairs, politics, and more. Past guests include Dita Von Teese, Nina Hartley, Jessica Drake, Blair Williams, Hudsy Hawn, Dr. David Ley, and most recently Sasha Grey. She is also a registered Marriage and Family Therapy Associate based in LA and hosts a YouTube series called Staying On Top where she shares the latest sex facts, education, and research.

In addition to her podcast and work as a therapy associate, Heidegger has contributed to The Stanford Daily, Vice, Playboy Radio’s Swing with Holli & Michael, Rebecca Zahler’s Don’t Waste Your Pretty podcast, Karen Lee Poter’s Sex Talk with My Mom, Dr. Wendy Walsh, and The Positive Results Corporation.

To learn more about Nicoletta Heidegger, visit her official website at Nicolettavheidegger.com. You can also follow her on Twitter at @MsHeidegger and @slutsscholars.

Sex Worker Rights Summit Pens ‘National Sex Worker Anti-Criminalization Principles’

LOS ANGELES, CA - Following unprecedented involvement during the International Whores’ Day actions that took place June 1-2 in numerous cities across the nation, a summit of sex workers, survivors, and advocates met late last month to discuss the next steps for the sex workers rights movement in the United States. The group published an important piece of educational information for sex workers and allies titled, National Sex Worker Anti-Criminalization Principles, now up at the APAC website.

“Sex workers must no longer be treated as though we are not an integral part of society,” said Siouxsie Q. James, Secretary of The Adult Performer Advocacy Committee. “We stand and fight in community with adjacent anti-criminalization movements that seek to rebuild our country and dismantle the ways in which we have policed and persecuted marginalized communities since our nation’s founding.”

The National Sex Worker Anti-Criminalization Principles outline a working template for the movement, advocating for people impacted by labor issues, social stigma, and criminalization. The movement condemns any attempts at restricting sex worker autonomy and self-determination.

“This document positions sex workers in a way that takes back our narratives, insisting that our voices are prioritized when it comes to policies that affect our lives,” said Cris Sardina, Director of the Desiree Alliance. Sardina runs a sex worker rights convention that chose to cancel its 2019 conference programming in light of the new laws that further criminalize the industry.

While the war on the sex industry has been raging for centuries in the United States, the catalyst for this latest wave of lobbying, litigation, media advocacy, and direct actions is a new anti-sex trafficking bill, commonly known as SESTA/FOSTA, which was signed into law in late March. Sex workers and their allies, along with trafficking survivors and advocates, have since been organizing and mobilizing to speak out about the law’s unintended, but ultimately harmful, consequences.

These communities, who are often pitted against one another in both politics and media, came together to respond to the disappearance of dozens of online resources that sex workers had once used to put valuable space, time, and scrutiny between themselves and their clients. Now unable to use the internet freely to advertise and screen, those who seek to exploit sex working individuals have more power than ever, forcing many workers to rely more heavily on potentially exploitative third parties, or turn to riskier options, including street-based sex work, where they are far more likely to experience violence from both predators and police.

“We hope that this serves as a starting point for lawmakers, journalists, advocates, and academics to better understand our community’s needs,” added Kristin DiAngelo, a sex trafficking survivor, sex worker, and the Executive Director of the Sacramento chapter of the Sex Worker Outreach Project.

Ceyenne Dorsohow founder of the Gays and Lesbians Living In a Transgender Society (G.L.I.T.S.) stated, “This was an intense drawing of emotions into a document that sets the precedent of what are now asking for and expecting of other leaders, society, and government.”

The National Sex Worker Anti-Criminalization Principles list four major points, including a general statement of purpose, recommendations for sex workers and allies, and rights of sex workers. The piece uses the 1983 Denver Principles as a template, which unequivocally declared and demanded the human rights of people living with HIV/AIDS, this document serves as a manifesto for how the sex working community will take back the narrative of exploitation and criminalization and reframe their struggle as a battle for basic human rights.

To view a link to the full text, visit this link: http://www.apac-usa.com/single-post/2018/07/03/Sex-Worker-Rights-Summit-Produces-National-Anti-Criminalization-Principles

ABOUT SIOUXSIE Q
Adult industry writer, performer, and advocate, Siouxsie Q, has been creating media about sex work since 2012 when she launched her popular podcast, The Whorecast. Since then she has written extensively for publications such as Rolling Stone and Wired.com, and her first book Truth, Justice and the American Whore was published in May of 2016 to rave reviews. Pivoting to politics, she served as the Director of Policy and Industry Relations for The Free Speech Coalition from 2016-2017 leading the historic and winning battle against California’s Proposition 60 and further ensuring victory for adult industry workers in regulatory battles with Cal/Osha. She continues to write, teach, podcast, and perform regularly. In 2018, she was elected to the Adult Performer Advocacy Committee Board of Directors. She was nominated for the 2018 AVN Award for Best All-Girl Group Sex Scene for her performance in Adam and Eve's polyamory themed movie, Luck of the Draw.

Follow her at @apacsocial or @whorenexxxtdoor @WhoreCast on Twitter.

Disability Awareness Consultant Andrew Gurza Featured on ‘Sluts & Scholars’ Podcast

LOS ANGELES, CA - Released today on sex-positive podcast, Sluts & Scholars, co-hosts Nicoletta and Simone interview sex-positive Disability Awareness Consultant, Andrew Gurza. The episode is now available for download at iTunes and Spotify. Nicoletta and Simone also host a weekly live show every Thursday on Sirius XM Channel 415 from 2-3pm PST. This afternoon’s guest is adult performer and comedian Alia Janine.

“Andrew vividly and shamelessly advocates for sexuality and disability,” said Nicoletta. “There is an assumption that folx with disabilities are not sexual, but Andrew helps to dispel this myth and teaches us how we can all be creative in our sex lives.”

In the latest episode, Bear in a Chair: Queerness and Disability with Andrew Gurza, the Slutty Scholars get enlightened about disability and sexuality. From how to interact and date with a disability (while disabled) to how to suck dick in a wheelchair, Gurza helps them understand the intersectionality of Cerebral Palsy and Queerness. Visit SlutsandScholars.com for a full list of episodes.

To learn more about Andrew Gurza, visit his official website at AndrewGurza.com. You can also follow him on Twitter at @AndrewGurza.

The Sluts & Scholars live show on Vivid Radio is from 2-3pm PST on Sirius Channel 415. Call in at 855-99-VIVID to chat. Follow guest Alia Janine on Twitter at @TheAliaJanine.
 

ABOUT NICOLETTA HEIDEGGER

Nicoletta Heidegger is the founder and co-host of the popular Sluts & Scholars podcast where she discusses sex, dating, current affairs, politics, and more. Past guests include Dita Von Teese, Nina Hartley, Jessica Drake, Blair Williams, Hudsy Hawn, Dr. David Ley, and most recently Sasha Grey. She is also a registered Marriage and Family Therapy Associate based in LA and hosts a YouTube series called Staying On Top where she shares the latest sex facts, education, and research.

In addition to her podcast and work as a therapy associate, Heidegger has contributed to The Stanford Daily, Vice, Playboy Radio’s Swing with Holli & Michael, Rebecca Zahler’s Don’t Waste Your Pretty podcast, Karen Lee Poter’s Sex Talk with My Mom, Dr. Wendy Walsh, and The Positive Results Corporation.

To learn more about Nicoletta Heidegger, visit her official website at Nicolettavheidegger.com. You can also follow her on Twitter at @MsHeidegger and @slutsscholars.
 

ABOUT ANDREW GURZA

Andrew Gurza is a Disability Awareness Consultant and Cripple Content Creator whose written work has been featured in The Los Angeles Tiimes, Men’s Health Magazine, Daily Xtra, Gay Times UK, Huffington Post, The Advocate, Everyday Feminism, Mashable, and Out.com, and several anthologies. He was the only disabled cast member of MTV Canada’s hit show, 1Girl5Gays. He is the host of DisabilityAfterDark: The Podcast Shining a Bright Light on Sex and Disability available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Stitcher.   He has also guested on a number of other podcasts including Dan Savage’s Savage Love and Cameron Esposito’s Queery. He’s an accomplished voice on the intersectionality of queerness and disability. He travels all across the world talking about what it means to be a “queer cripple”. You can follow his work on Twitter @andrewgurza and can hire him at www.andrewgurza.com.    

Casey Kisses Appears on Grooby’s TGirls.xxx

LAS VEGAS, NV - Award-winning performer Casey Kisses returns to Grooby’s popular site, TGirls.xxx, in a sizzling poolside hardcore scene with Dante Colle.

“Working with Dante Colle is always so much fun,” said Casey Kisses. “I first met him while on set for Grooby VR and was super excited at the fact that we might end up working together. He is super hot, funny, and has a really nice hard cock. So when asked about potential scene partners his name instantly came to mind.”

Kisses’ latest scene on TGirls.xxx is a fun role reversal to a typical porn scenario, with her starring as the ‘pool girl’ seducing homeowner Dante Colle.

“Bob Maverick, the photographer for Tgirls.xxx, suggested a pool-themed shoot, only making the scene that much more appealing to me,” added Kisses. “Grooby was one of the first companies to ever shoot me and I really love the quality of the content we create. Plus I’m always super excited to work with them just because they make it so much fun!”

In 2017, Kisses co-won the TEA ‘Stroker of the Year’ Award with Korra Del Rio. Recently she was awarded the 2018 Top Trans Cam Model at the Adult Webcam Awards and scooped up the 2018 TEA Cam Performer of the Year Award alongside Korra Del Rio. Recently she was nominated for Fleshbot’s ‘Trans Performer of the Year’ Award.

Visit Casey Kisses’ official website at CaseyKisses.xxx. You can also follow her on social media on Twitter and Instagram @CaseyKissesxoxo.

Press inquiries can be directed to kristelpenn@ikgiaimarketing.com.

‘So You Think You Know Sex’ Monthly Trivia Night Kicks off this Wednesday at Akbar

LOS ANGELES, CA - Sexologist Nicoletta Heidegger, podcaster Cam Poter, and Dr. Laurie Bennet Cook team up to host the first So You Think You Know Sex monthly trivia night this Wednesday at Akbar in Los Angeles. The event is free to the public with opportunities to win sexy prizes.

“We hope that through a fun trivia night with some of sexology’s best that we can get more folks talking and learning about sex! Come one come all,” said Nicoletta Heidegger, who is part of the Sexual Health Alliance and Sluts and Scholars podcast.

Co-host Dr. Laurie Bennet Cook from Sex Positive LA added, “Know before ya go! Sex Ed before bed is sure to give everyone a better time!”

So You Think You Know Sex is a monthly sex-themed trivia night held at the famous Akbar in Los Angeles and takes place every last Wednesday of the month from 6:30-8:30pm. Their inaugural event kicks off on June 27. Akbar is located at 4356 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90029. Visit their official website at AkbarSilverlake.com.

Co-hosts Nicoletta Heidegger, Cam Porter, and Dr. Laurie Bennet Cook offer their expertise from a wide scope of sex-positive arenas. Visit their respective websites at SlutsandScholars.com, SexTalkwithMyMom.com, and Sex Positive LA.

ABOUT NICOLETTA HEIDEGGER

Nicoletta Heidegger is the founder and co-host of the popular Sluts & Scholars podcast where she discusses sex, dating, current affairs, politics, and more. Past guests include Dita Von Teese, Nina Hartley, Jessica Drake, Blair Williams, Hudsy Hawn, Dr. David Ley, and most recently Sasha Grey. She is also a registered Marriage and Family Therapy Associate based in LA and hosts a YouTube series called Staying On Top where she shares the latest sex facts, education, and research.

In addition to her podcast and work as a therapy associate, Heidegger has contributed to The Stanford Daily, Vice, Playboy Radio’s Swing with Holli & Michael, Rebecca Zahler’s Don’t Waste Your Pretty podcast, Karen Lee Poter’s Sex Talk with My Mom, Dr. Wendy Walsh, and The Positive Results Corporation.

To learn more about Nicoletta Heidegger, visit her official website at Nicolettavheidegger.com. You can also follow her on Twitter at @MsHeidegger and @slutsscholars.

Sexological Bodyworker Pamela Samuelson on ‘Sluts & Scholars’ Podcast; Della Dane on Live Show

LOS ANGELES, CA - Released today on sex-positive podcast, Sluts & Scholars, co-hosts Nicoletta and Simone talk with sexological bodyworker Pamela Samuelson. The episode is now available for download at iTunes and Spotify. Nicoletta and Simone also host a weekly live show every Thursday on Sirius XM Channel 415 from 2-3pm PST. Today’s guest is sex therapist turned adult performer, Della Dane.

“Touch can be a necessary part of healing,” said Nicoletta. “Sometimes you need body work in addition to talk therapy! Tune in to find out how bodyworkers can help you!”

In the latest episode, My Gynecologist Isn’t Going to Help Me Find My G-Spot with Pamela Samuelson, Samuelson talks the scholarly sluts through her multi-layered work with vulvas, including revolving pain disorders and exploring physical arousal. Get your cartography tools out because she also teaches about genital mapping. For a full list of episodes, visit SlutsandScholars.com.

In addition to her work as a sexological bodyworker, Samuelson is a sex educator, orgasmic birth doula, feminist women’s health advocate and embodiment coach based in Los Angeles, CA. Visit her official website at Embodywork.la or follow her on Facebook at Embodyworkla.

The Sluts & Scholars live show on Vivid Radio is from 2-3pm PST on Sirius Channel 415. Call in at 855-99-VIVID to chat with special guest Della Dane. Follow her on social media Twitter @delladanexxx, Instagram @therealdelladane, and Snapchat @delladanexxx.
 

ABOUT NICOLETTA HEIDEGGER

Nicoletta Heidegger is the founder and co-host of the popular Sluts & Scholars podcast where she discusses sex, dating, current affairs, politics, and more. Past guests include Dita Von Teese, Nina Hartley, Jessica Drake, Blair Williams, Hudsy Hawn, Dr. David Ley, and most recently Sasha Grey. She is also a registered Marriage and Family Therapy Associate based in LA and hosts a YouTube series called Staying On Top where she shares the latest sex facts, education, and research.

In addition to her podcast and work as a therapy associate, Heidegger has contributed to The Stanford Daily, Vice, Playboy Radio’s Swing with Holli & Michael, Rebecca Zahler’s Don’t Waste Your Pretty podcast, Karen Lee Poter’s Sex Talk with My Mom, Dr. Wendy Walsh, and The Positive Results Corporation.

To learn more about Nicoletta Heidegger, visit her official website at Nicolettavheidegger.com. You can also follow her on Twitter at @MsHeidegger and @slutsscholars.

Casey Kisses Stars in Transsensual’s ‘TS Love Stories: Volume 3’

LAS VEGAS, NV - Award-winning performer Casey Kisses stars in Transsensual’s upcoming release, TS Love Stories: Volume 3. The movie is directed by Dana Vespoli.  

“Working on set for ‘TS Love Stories: Volume 3’ was such an awesome experience,” said Casey Kisses. “Dana Vespoli is such a talented director. I am always super excited to work with her because of her whimsical and humorous dialogue.

“The scenes are generally more upscale and elegant with a higher standard of production. It is definitely obvious that the sex is more sensual, which is something I prefer. My co-star, Chad Diamond, is such a talented actor who enjoys what he does. It’s really easy to work with him, and he’s a such a cutie too. This scene was a blast and definitely another masterpiece from Transsensual.”

In 2017, Kisses co-won the TEA ‘Stroker of the Year’ Award with Korra Del Rio. Recently she was awarded the 2018 Top Trans Cam Model at the Adult Webcam Awards and scooped up the 2018 TEA Cam Performer of the Year Award alongside Korra Del Rio. Recently she was nominated for Fleshbot’s ‘Trans Performer of the Year’ Award.

Visit Casey Kisses’ official website at CaseyKisses.xxx. You can also follow her on social media on Twitter and Instagram @CaseyKissesxoxo.

Press inquiries can be directed to kristelpenn@ikgiaimarketing.com.