Behind Closed Doors

Kitty reunites with her colleague Paz Bizarre to talk about the types of people they've become to be. Paz shares her journey of becoming a sex worker mom, how she makes it work and shares her tips on how she's living her happiest, healthiest life with the family she's created!

We bring back a wonderful episode celebrating the life of a sex worker mother, Cassie Joy. She shares with us challenges and how she overcomes them along with her secrets to an amazing and healthy relationship with her daughter. 

It's the last week of celebrating advocates for their advocacy. On tonight's episode, Sasja and Kitty will be joining Tina Brunet - founder of This is me and Sheena Saigal - Th!s Is Me model 2022 to talk about their advocacy work. Sasja will also be sharing her experiences and involvement at Th!s Is Me 2020.  Tickets - https://thisismemelbourne.com.au/ Tina Brunet -  Tina Brunet is a founder of the Fundraiser and Event This is Me.Th!s is Me launched in 2020 with a handful of volunteers and a dream to make a difference in the way women see themselves.  The day is about a group of courageous and inspiring women who are ready to celebrate themselves and their stories with the world.  Tina is a self-professed social justice advocate and change maker.  She wears many labels but doesn't like to be defined by them. Ask her why, and she would say that it is in the complexity and messiness of life that we see glimpses of who we are and who we are not.She believes in humanising conversations by stripping away the masks of pretence and displaying strength in vulnerability. Her passion is stories and the imprints these create in those who share and those who listen.In her spare time, Tina loves to ponder on the meaning of life, to read about sociopaths and connect over a wine with those whom she feels lucky to cross paths with.Sheena Saigal -  Sheena Saigal is one of our 2022 models in our Event This is Me.She will share her journey of embracing her flaws and accepting her vulnerabilities and not hiding or making excuses so she is not seen. She will share how she figured out how to praise herself.She believes that every woman and girl in the world has the potential to create change. Her vision is to empower young girls and women so they can accept who they are and be confident to stand up for themselves and not be overwhelmed with societal norms of perfection.Sheena believes in being perfectly imperfect. She believes that You are amazing in all perspectives as long as you will be YOU and don't attempt to be another personOne day, Sheena wants to be a motivational speaker when she will be able to influence people around her by sharing her experiences and stories. Behind Closed Doors 3CR Community RadioThursday 6-6:30pm on 855am#BCD3CR #3CR #RadioShow#Melbourne #Australia #DecrimNow#SexWork #SexualHeath #SexPositive#BreakingStigma #AdvocacyInAction

In the month of celebrating advocates and their advocacy, Sasja is bringing back Georgie Yovanovic who is an intersex advocate for Sisters and Brothers NT, a support service for people of diverse gender, sex and sexuality based in the Northern Territory. Georgie Yovanovic is also an advocate for sex workers and a particular interest in Depathologising Healthcare pathways for Transgender and Intersex people of their lived experiences.

Kitty and Sasja open up to their humble beginings in sex work advocacy and how it all began.   Items as mentioned in this episode“We must take sides. Neutrality helps the oppressor, never the victim. Silence encourages the tormentor, never the tormented. Sometimes we must interfere. When human lives are endangered, when human dignity is in jeopardy, national borders and sensitivities become irrelevant. Wherever men and women are persecuted because of their race, religion, or political views, that place must - at that moment - become the center of the universe.” Elie Wiesel What do you do when someone just doesn't like you? | Daryl Davis | TEDxCharlottesville Standing up for sex workers.  Example from Married At First Sight 

In this episode, Kitty shares her journey and understanding of how she became an advocate and what it means to be an affective advocate bridging gaps. She also shares music that celebrates all those advocating and their work in advocacy; Thank you to all of you for your service.

On tonight's episode, Sasja is with the lovely guest, Tiffany, a womxn of transgender experience from Thailand. Tiffany will be sharing her struggles that she had to face while working on the street during Melbourne lockdown. Tiffany is a strong and a very outgoing person who has always sees positivity in every challenges that has been thrown at her. Her story will inspire you. You do not want to miss this episode!---------------St Kilda Legal Service (SKLS), will be presenting an information session about the Spent Conviction Scheme, (a law passed in Victorian parliament late last year) and it will be held at H2H on Friday 25th March from 6pm to 7pm. Dinner will be available. IF you know someone who has a conviction and would be keen to learn more, please invite them. Keep in mind people who attend will need to have a history of sex work or are currently doing sex work. People's convictions or charges do not have to relate to sex work. Their convictions or charges can be of any type.The group meeting will be a general discussion about how the scheme works and will be managed so as not to out anyone or expose private information. SKLS are happy to arrange individual appointment times for people after the meeting.Address: 31 Grey Street, St KildaTime: 6pm - 7pmhttps://www.mcv.vic.gov.au/criminal-matters/spent-convictions-scheme   Behind Closed Doors 3CR Community RadioThursday 6-6:30pm on 855am#BCD3CR #3CR #RadioShow#Melbourne #Australia #DecrimNow#SexWorkIsWork #BreakingStigma#SexWork #SexualHeath #SexPositive#PassingTheMic #VunerabalSexWorkers

On this episode, BCD is trilled to present you Georgie Yovanovic. Miss Yovanovic is co-identify as Trans - Intersex Fem, non- binary who uses pronouns She/Her. She is currently a board member for the Zoe Belle Gender Collective, and an advocate working on the Transfemme resource. Miss Georgie was an LGB Trans-Intersex advocate for Sistergals and Brotherboys in Alice Springs, NT. She is a member of Intersex Human Rights Association, IHRA, and was a working member of the Darlington Statement, ACON LGBTI Aged care project, National LGBTI Health Alliance for mental health project, Northern Territory Aids and Hepatitis council, and Disabilities service. Our co-host, Sasja discussed on Georgie's involvement in the sex industry (Melbourne Street + Kings Cross + Alice Spring) which she has been in for the last 40 years and she still consider herself as a sex worker.  Georgie Yovanovic is also an advocate for sex workers and a particular interest in Depathologising Healthcare pathways for Transgender and Intersex people of their lived experiences.Behind Closed Doors 3CRThursday 6-6:30pm on 855am#BCD3CR #3CR #RadioShow#Melbourne #Australia #DecrimNow#SexWorkIsWork #BreakingStigma#SexWork #SexualHeath #SexPositive #PassingTheMic #VunerabalSexWorkers#TRANSDAYOFVISIBILITY #TDOV

For the first time, we give you a behind the scenes uncut recording of what takes place when we record with our guests. In tonight's episode, we bring to you the voices of ex street based sex workers from the trans community and are privileged to gain knowledge from their insights. This uncut recording stands on it's own and is an empowering show hosted by Kitty G, Sasja Sydek and guests, Miss Katalyna and Telesia.

In this not to be missed episode, we elevate even more voices of sex workers with experiences of street base sex work. Our guests, Miss Katalyna, Telesia, and LaToya touch base on their first time experiences and Chrissy opens up about her experiences in child exploitation. Kitty and Chrissy then find out they share the same important wish for the sex work industry.  *THIS EPISODE CONTAINS CONTENT AND TRIGGER WARNINGS*If you or a loved one need support, please contact the following support networks below.24/7 Support servicesLifeline: phone 131 114https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 1800 806 292https://casacv.org.au/Beyond Blue: phone 1300 22 4636https://www.beyondblue.org.au/1800-RESPECT:  phone 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au/contact-usSafe Steps:  phone 1800 015 188https://www.safesteps.org.auMensLine:  phone 1300 789 978https://mensline.org.auKids Helpline: phone 1800 55 1800 (for ages 5 to 25)https://kidshelpline.com.au/(link is external)QLIFE (3pm - midnight, every day)Free service, Australia-wide.Switchboard is the proud Victorian partner of QLife Australia along with other LGBTIQ+ organisations around Australia.Phone: 1800 184 527 Visit: qlife.org.auRainbow Door (10am - 6pm, every day)Free Victorian wide helpline.Phone: 1800 729 367Text: 0480 017 246Email: support@rainbowdoor.org.au(link sends e-mail) Visit: rainbowdoor.org.auOffice Hours SupportCASA Central Victoria: 03 5441 0430https://casacv.org.au/Orange Door:   https://orangedoor.vic.gov.au/what-is-the-orange-door(link is external)Family Relationship Advice Line: 1800 050 321Melissa Brown: phone 0450 216 968https://shinehealthwellbeing.com.au(link is external)SANE Helpline: phone 1800 187 263Interpreter Services: phone 131 450St Kilda Legal Servicehttp://www.skls.org.au/legal-help/sex-work/The St Kilda Legal Service aims to educate people about their legal rights. Some of the projects that they have worked on specifically aimed at educating sex workers. Behind Closed Doors 3CRThursday 6-6:30pm on 855am#BCD3CR #3CR #RadioShow#Melbourne #Australia #DecrimNow#SexWorkIsWork #BreakingStigma#SexWork #SexualHeath #SexPositive #PassingTheMic #VunerabalSexWorkers 

Join Sasja and Kitty as they introduce this month's topic of vulnerable sex workers, discuss Sasja's past experiences of being a street based sex worker and Kitty's commitment to supporting street based sex workers through community service. St Kilda Legal Servicehttp://www.skls.org.au/legal-help/sex-work/The St Kilda Legal Service aims to educate people about their legal rights. Some of the projects that they have worked on specifically aimed at educating sex workers.Hustling to Health (H2H)https://sexworker.org.au/rhed-programs/hustling-to-health-h2h/H2h provides a drop-in space for street based sex workers every Friday evening at 31 Grey St. Kilda. The service provides a cosy lounge room environment where people can relax, enjoy dinner and be assisted to access a range of health and community services. Behind Closed Doors 3CRThursday 6-6:30pm on 855am#BCD3CR #3CR #RadioShow#Melbourne #Australia #DecrimNow#SexWorkIsWork #BreakingStigma#SexWork #SexualHeath #SexPositive #PassingTheMic #VunerabalSexWorkers

On this episode Sasja talked to Maryann Phoenix, a former sex worker and political activist from the 80's on sex work decriminalisation in Victoria, Maryaan's involment in her activism in the early 80's for sex workers and hiv & aids movement, her experinces in the early days illegal brothel work and sex workers rights.Maryaan was one of the founding members of the Prostitutes Collective of Victoria, a peer support organisation for sex workers set up in 1984. Negotiated State Funding for the Prostitutes Collective of Victoria to provide peer education to sex workers, drop- in centre and the first needle exchange in St Kilda at the onset of the AIDS pandemicMaryann is also a member of the Victorian State Government Prostitution Advisory Committee convened as requirement of the legalisation of the sex industry in Victoria in 1984. Employed by the Australian Liquor, Hospitality and Miscellaneous Union to organise the Victorian sex industry. First trade union in the world to represent and accept sex workers as members in 1994.Maryann Phoenix successfully supported sex workers in unfair dismissal claims in the Industrial Relations Commission

Now that the bill has passed, we will be highlighting the laws which have changed and break down all the important things that sex workers need to know? Sasja will be discussing via zoom meeting with MP Fiona Pattern from The Reason Party who worked from inside parliament and Matthew, a spokesperson for Sex Work Law Reform Victoria who worked outside advocating with activist and lobbying MPs.  Behind Closed Doors 3CR Community RadioThursday 6-6:30pm on 855am#BCD3CR #3CR #RadioShow#Melbourne #Australia #SexWork#SexWorkIsWork #BreakingStigma

Kitty is joined with spokesperson Matthew Roberts from Sex Work Law Reform Victoria (SWLRV) to discuss the Victorian Sex Work Decriminalisation Bill that is currently being tabled in parliament. This is a pre-recording taking place prior to Thursday's 10.02.22 parliamentary debate on the bill. The two of them discuss why decrim is important, how it can affect change and what to expect.Join us again next week Thursday 17.02.2022 6pm to hear us reflect on the outcome and how it affects both sex workers and non sex workers alike.  You can watch the live stream on the Victorian Government tabling the Sex Work Decriminalisation Bill Date: Thursday 10 February 2022Time: 10am Australian Eastern Standard Time (Melbourne time)https://www.parliament.vic.gov.au/video-and-audio/live-broadcasting Find out more and connect with SWLRV here:https://sexworklawreformvictoria.org.au/https://twitter.com/SWLRV

SummaryKitty and Sasja dive into exploring healthy relationships. We touch on how do we bring back excitement into a relationship that's misplaced it's magic? How to add sprinkles on what people may consider as "vanilla sex"? How important is communication really and what non verbal communication methods can we also use? We touch on vulnerabilities, insecurities, the power of finding out and encouragement to redirect unhealthy to healthier relationships. This is a jam packed episode not to be missed!  Previous podcast episodes on consent:Cosent and Why It's Important: https://www.3cr.org.au/behindcloseddoors/episode-202110071800/consent-and-why-its-importantDiving Deeper Into Consent: https://www.3cr.org.au/behindcloseddoors/episode-202110211800/diving-deeper-consentConsent Wrap Up: https://www.3cr.org.au/behindcloseddoors/episode-202110281800/consent-wrap-sharing-our-personal-experiences

Kitty and Sasja explore what changed their minds about Australia Day and are reminded to be thoughtful, sensitive, respectful, and kind. They then dive into their own definitions of sex work and explain why they dedicate time and energy to continuing Behind Closed Doors. There is also a sneaky preview of what is to come for the month of February.

On tonight's episode : We welcome Kitty & Sasja back to the studio for the very first time this year. They will discussing on what they've been up to over the summer break, everything relating to sex work, sexual health and the sex positive movement. They also update listeners on what to expect in the coming months.

It's our final episode for the year!! Kitty & Sasja had to do this episode via zoom meeting because Kitty is still under quarantine in her home. They talked about Kitty's experience with covid-19, updates on decrim in Victoria and what to expect from BCD3CR next year. We would like to thank our loyal and new listeners for tuning on our show every Thursday. Thank you 3CR family for believing in  us and giving us this platform for sex worker's and allies's voices to be heard. We've been broadcasting for 3 years now. Can you believe it?! We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year! We can't wait to be back next year! Lots of love,Sasja & Kitty xoxo  Behind Closed Doors 3CRThursday 6-6:30pm on 855am#BCD3CR #3CR #RadioShow#Melbourne #Australia #SexWork#SexWorkIsWork #BreakingStigma

Sasja had a conversation with Taylah Austen via zoom meeting on her experiences being in the sex work industry. Taylah Austen is a proud Gunggari and Kamilaraoi student, activist and a sex worker. Taylah received the highly prestigious DUX award in History during Year 12, and has gone on to be awarded the Monash Indigenous Scholarship for achievement and equality. Taylah sites her experiences as having been shaped by her home in the western suburbs, her journey as queer teenager, going to a public school and actively trying to decolonize sex work. Behind Closed Doors 3CR Thursday 6-6:30pm on 855am#BCD3CR #3CR #RadioShow#Melbourne #Australia #SexWork#SexWorkIsWork #BreakingStigma#slutwalkmelbourne 

International Day of People with Disability - Sasja had a conversation with Bernie Clifford, who is a person with disability. He loses his leg at the age of 25. Bernie is the founder of POME (www..bernzerk-pome.com.au) inside the Art Deco-inspired, Lynchian-influenced venue, patrons can eventually expect to find everything from exhibitions and performances to fashion shows, book readings and Q and A sessions with artists. He is also a film editor and producer, known for A Fistful of Heart (2000), Amissa Anima (2019), a character voice in Marry and Max ( 2009), a photographer and is an accredited changing places and SDA assessor and accredited member of the Access Consultants Association of Australia.A man with many talents indeed!International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPD) is a United Nations sanctioned day celebrated annually on 3 December. This important day aims to raise awareness and promote action around the rights of people with disabilities and their full inclusion in society.We encourage people to share the message of inclusion and diversity so that collectively we can truly build a world where all people are included and valued as equal members of society. The COVID-19 pandemic has been catastrophic for people with disabilities, having widespread impacts on individuals and communities around the world.Behind Closed Doors Thursday 6-6:30pm on 855am 

In this episode, Kitty digs deep into her experience with family violence and shares how she found a way out of it.  In sharing her story, Kitty hopes to empower everyone to know that there is another life outside of violence and that we should never put up with any form of abuse.The 25 November is United Nation's annual International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and marks the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence and ends on International Human Rights Day the 10th of December. This episode is created to be part of the international campaign calling for action to end violence against women and girls around the world.   *THIS EPISODE CONTAINS CONTENT AND TRIGGER WARNINGS*If you or a loved one need support, please contact the following support networks below.  24/7 Support servicesLifeline: phone 131 114https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue: phone 1300 22 4636https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800-RESPECT:  phone 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au/contact-us Safe Steps:  phone 1800 015 188https://www.safesteps.org.au MensLine:  phone 1300 789 978https://mensline.org.au Sexual Assault Crisis Line: phone 1800 806 292https://www.sacl.com.au/(link is external) Kids Helpline: phone 1800 55 1800 (for ages 5 to 25)https://kidshelpline.com.au/(link is external)  QLIFE (3pm - midnight, every day)Free service, Australia-wide.Switchboard is the proud Victorian partner of QLife Australia along with other LGBTIQ+ organisations around Australia.Phone: 1800 184 527 Visit: qlife.org.au Rainbow Door (10am - 6pm, every day)Free Victorian wide helpline.Phone: 1800 729 367Text: 0480 017 246Email: support@rainbowdoor.org.au Visit: rainbowdoor.org.au  Office Hours SupportOrange Door:   https://orangedoor.vic.gov.au/what-is-the-orange-door(link is external) Family Relationship Advice Line: 1800 050 321 Melissa Brown: phone 0450 216 968https://shinehealthwellbeing.com.au(link is external) SANE Helpline: phone 1800 187 263 Interpreter Services: phone 131 450

A cross interview between Kitty and Sasja and Jump Daddy from podcast, Dad to Me. We explore what our fathers and relatives think about our sex work and delve into solutions for happy healthy relationships.  To check out Jump Daddy's podcast Dad to Me, click here.  

Kitty Sasja share very personal experiences and insights into their lives about how consent operates in their relationships and try to answer some difficult questions around asking for and giving consent. 

Kitty Sasja dive deeper into consent and share tips for sex in healthy relationships. If you only listen to one podcast in 2021, LET THIS BE IT!

Taylor Cougle aka Madame Luna Douleur is a proud trans woman from Victoria. On this episode, Sasja and Taylor discussed on how toxic the transgender sex worker community can be. Taylor took us on a journey of her bdsm world and filled us in on what it's really like to be Luna Douleur. Taylor educated us on her bdsm practice such as sensory deprivation can be things such as using blindfolds, blocking sounds it touch… Like mummification or even a float tank to rest in. Taylor also talked about how consent works in her bdsm practice. Have you heard of 'Laminton' as a safe word? Never have we! #BCD3CR #3CR #RadioShow#Melbourne #Australia #SexWork#SexWorkIsWork #BreakingStigma#BDSM #Bondage #Consent #SafeWord #TransgenderAustralia #TransMistressFacebook/Instagram - Taylor CougleFacebook/Instagram/Twitter - Luna Douleur

Consent is not always an easy topic but Kitty and Sasja do their best in breaking it down and introducing consent in a way that is easily digestible. They discuss reasons for why consent important and encourage listeners to actively practice asking for consent in their day to day lives. This is a great episode to share with people who want healthier relationships. Tea as an Anology for Consent [Tea Consent video]- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQbei5JGiT8Music by amorphous - Beyoncé x Rihanna & Future - Yes Loveeeeee (Mashup) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIWSS8ecC50Resources and Services for Support*Center Against Sexual Assault (CASA): https://casa.org.au/contact-us/find-your-nearest-casa/Lifeline: 13 11 14Sexual Assault Crisis Line: 1800 806 292For more information on consent vs. sexual assault read here: https://au.reachout.com/articles/sexual-assaultSupport specific to rainbow communities: https://aifs.gov.au/publications/sexual-violence-and-gay-lesbian-bisexual-trans-intersex-and-queer-communitiTo make a report for sexual assaults: https://www.police.vic.gov.au/support-resources-sexual-offences-child-abuseDisclaimer: We understand that police don't always get it right but by reporting, we can better hold perpetrators accountable and keep our community safer in the long run. You can also help to keep police officers accountable by reporting them here:   https://www.police.vic.gov.au/sites/default/files/2019-03/Easy-English-Victoria-Police-How-to-make-a-complaint-against-police.pdf  ; complaints@police.vic.gov.au

We love sharing exciting news here at Behind Closed Doors! Come listen to Kitty and Sasja give you all important updates and welcome spring into the year.

No matter what you're in the mood for, this playlist of the best women-empowerment songs will get you healed and hyped. Being a woman as beautiful as it is nuanced. That's why the artists who capture femininity best span iconic punk figures, house DJs, rappers of the 21st century, country singers, grunge front women, and everyone in between. There are so many great feminist songs by women artists that celebrate feminine brains, brawn, and beauty. Some extol the virtues of self-love, while others tackle complicated political questions related to the challenge of gender. Some are just bops about getting dressed. All are guaranteed to provide a daily dose of girl power.Sasja also talked about her involvement with SlutWalk Melbourne that changed her and why she became a feminist. Remember, Always Wear Your Invisisble Crown, and show them who's QUEEN! - Sasja Sydek

Listen in to a wide variety of music that makes you feel unstoppable and lifts the spirit through even the most trying of times.

Kitty plays a wide selection of music in effort to remind us to spark love, romance, and rekindle the chase.  

Join Kitty Sasja and Dean as they listen to sex worker client voices and share their personal reflections on their experiences with clients.

Sex workers are diverse and so are the co-hosts at Behind Closed Doors. Listen in on this episode to learn the journeys shared in this episode.

The hosts of BCD come together to spill the tea on client experiences. This highly anticipated replay recounts experiences with clients and explores the perspectives of service provider and client. 

Kitty and Cassie explore their private lives and uncover how they live examplary lives standing up against bullies in our world. Be inspired to be proud citizens and help those around you.

Sasja and Dean interview Sandra Pankhurst the Trauma Cleaner who generously shares her knowledge, advice, and suggestions.

Sasja and Kitty take a dive into healthy relationships from a sexual health perspective. We give you our tips on how to revive your sex life and how to keep it going. We explain how consent IS sexy and opens up avenues for adventure! From sleeping with countless men, we give you a crash course on how you can begin having it all at home with your partner.

We are exploring permanent body fashion; tattoos to penis piercings. If you are deciding to date someone with permanent body fashion or are deciding to get some yourself, listen in!!! Join Sasja and Kitty as we discuss what you can wear that makes you the sexiest you've ever been.

Big cock, small cock. Does size really matter? In this episode Sasja and Kitty break big cock myths. Is having a big cock really all that or is it something just for male porn stars or trans sex workers? Are there any added responsibilities? What to do if you have a micro penis? Listen in to find out tips and tricks for a better sex life regardless of the package you're unzipping!

Coming out as a sex worker is a privilege to those you tell. Listen to Sasja and Kitty set the criteria and boundaries for themselves and journey with Kitty as she learns to reveal more of her inner self each day. Embrace natural biological sexual health needs with us and share this episode with anyone who has struggled with being judged as a sex worker!

In this follow up episode, Jake asks about the morality of sex work. Can we really bust the stereotype and myths of sex work? Are the only clients we have the ones who cheat? Come join us as we explore what sex work really is. This episode explores sex work through the questions from a member of the general public in a safe space using Kitty's personal experiences. If you would like to be our next "Jake" then please contact us at bcd3cr@gmail.com.

Following on from our last episode of Sasja and Jake from 11 June 2021, Kitty is now grilled with burning questions that the general public has about sex work. Listen in to find out what it's like coming out to a friend, how much do sex workers really earn, and some well meaning advice for anyone who is considering sex work. This episode explores sex work through the questions from a member of the general public in a safe space using Kitty's personal experiences. 

It's the ONE time in the year that the team at Behind Closed Doors tries their best to raise funds for 3CR!!! Join Sasja and Kitty who LiveStream on Instagram while broadcasting live on air. This cheeky episode is fun, full of great music, and free spirited dancing! 

Behind Closed Doors host Sasja Sydek interviews a closed friend of Kitty Galore who just found out about Kitty's sex work. Listen to their discussion on what his opinion is on sex work and explores any emotion of shock. Sasja also follows up with Kitty's reflections.

Will Australia have a version of Fosta/Sesta that hurt marginalised people including sex workers? Dean Lim chats with legal expert Jarryd Bartle and porn performer Kim Cums to dissect the legal ramifications. New Zealand has a better grasp about porn and society via an informative commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzrYIIGT0vAWhat can Australians do about the upcoming changes to our Porn Laws? We can write a submission before 14th Feb 2021: https://www.communications.gov.au/have-your-say/consultation-bill-new-online-safety-act  

Gender-based violence is NEVER ok.The entire Behind Closed Doors Team encourages everyone to call outand stand up against gender-based violence!As mentioned during this episode, check out:www.unwomen.org www.facebook.com/thekindnesspandemic    24/7 Support servicesLifeline: phone 131 114   https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue: phone 1300 22 4636      https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800-RESPECT:  phone 1800 737 732   https://www.1800respect.org.au/contact-us    Safe Steps:  phone 1800 015 188   https://www.safesteps.org.au    MensLine:  phone 1300 789 978   https://mensline.org.au    Sexual Assault Crisis Line: phone 1800 806 292   https://www.sacl.com.au/    Kids Helpline: phone 1800 55 1800 (for ages 5 to 25)   https://kidshelpline.com.au/    Office Hours SupportOrange Door:      https://orangedoor.vic.gov.au/what-is-the-orange-door    Family Relationship Advice Line: 1800 050 321    Melissa Brown: phone 0450 216 968   https://shinehealthwellbeing.com.au    SANE Helpline: phone 1800 187 263    Interpreter Services: phone 131 450   

Our BCD team had a chat with Linda Cowen, one of the organisers of SlutWalk Melbourne about some serious issues on ending Slut-Shaming, Victim-Blaming, Rape-Culture and more... SlutWalk Melbourne want the government to know that we will not be silenced! The online event will be broadcast live on 3CR. Follow www.facebook.com/slutwalkmelbourne for further updates. 

Dean & Sassy had a chat with Selena aka Fifi about her friendship with Sassy and their first time working abroad in the sex industry as cam girls. It was a bitter sweet experince for the both of them. Have a listen...

Which Council in Victoria allocates funds to investigate and prosecute illegal brothels? Sassy and Kitty had a chat with Dean Hurlston, the President of RPV (Ratepayers Victoria) about the role of local councils and the purpose of rates. 

Victoria's Sex Work Review is under way. Public submissions have been completed. MP Fiona Patten, who led this historic review, has now submitted her findings to the Victorian Government. Dean Lim had a chat with Fiona Patten and Lisa Marie (spokesperson from peer led lobby group Sex Work Law Reform Victoria) to learn more about the next stage towards sex work decriminalisation.

[Part 2] Family violence counsellor and court support worker Melissa Brown chats with us about relationships. Kitty also discusses her experience as a victim survivor of family violence.Relationships may not be simple but everyone deserves to be treated with kindness and respect. *THIS EPISODE CONTAINS CONTENT AND TRIGGER WARNINGS*If you or a loved one need support, please contact the following support networks below.  24/7 Support servicesLifeline: phone 131 114https://www.lifeline.org.au/ Beyond Blue: phone 1300 22 4636https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ 1800-RESPECT:  phone 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au/contact-us Safe Steps:  phone 1800 015 188https://www.safesteps.org.au MensLine:  phone 1300 789 978https://mensline.org.au Sexual Assault Crisis Line: phone 1800 806 292https://www.sacl.com.au/ Kids Helpline: phone 1800 55 1800 (for ages 5 to 25)https://kidshelpline.com.au/   Office Hours SupportOrange Door:   https://orangedoor.vic.gov.au/what-is-the-orange-door Family Relationship Advice Line: 1800 050 321 Melissa Brown: phone 0450 216 968https://shinehealthwellbeing.com.au SANE Helpline: phone 1800 187 263 Interpreter Services: phone 131 450

*CONTENT AND TRIGGER WARNING*Domestic violence counsellor and social worker Melissa Brown chats with us about domestic violence.https://shinehealthwellbeing.com.au Support services: 1800-RESPECT, phone 1800 737 732https://www.1800respect.org.au/contact-us Safe Steps: ph 1800 015 188https://www.safesteps.org.au CASA House: phone 03 9635 3610http://www.casahouse.com.au Orange Door:  https://orangedoor.vic.gov.au Mensline: phone 1300 789 978https://mensline.org.au