Only Millions of Us Can Do It

In this episode of YAS Podcast, host AM Davies interviews Savannah Sly, a seasoned sex worker and activist affiliated with New Moon. The discussion covers the intricate issues of white supremacy culture, ableism, and the unique challenges faced by marginalized sex workers. Savannah shares her journey into activism, driven by personal experiences with the war on drugs and her immersion into the sex worker advocacy community. The conversation also delves into the historical and current impacts of anti-sex trafficking campaigns fueled by propaganda and moralistic agendas. Savannah highlights the importance of local community organizing, mutual support among sex workers, and the necessity of engaging with various social justice movements to resist fascism effectively. The episode concludes with an overview of New Moon's initiatives, focusing on philanthropic engagement, financial support for sex worker-led organizations, and capacity-building programs aimed at empowering the sex worker rights movement. 00:00 The Urgency of Collective Action 00:33 Welcome to YAS Podcast 01:34 Introducing Today's Guest: Savannah Sly 02:10 Savannah's Journey into Sex Work 03:32 The Impact of the War on Drugs 04:28 Sex Worker Advocacy and Propaganda 05:44 The Rise of Anti-Sex Trafficking Campaigns 06:33 The Role of Feminism in the Sex Work Debate 09:00 Manufactured Hysteria and Its Consequences 12:08 The Growth of the Sex Worker Rights Movement 17:19 Challenges in Advocacy and Activism 19:59 Lessons on White Supremacy Culture 26:16 Coping with Current Global Challenges 27:18 Facing Fear and Privilege 29:06 The Role of Privileged People in Resistance 30:47 Local Engagement and Political Action 32:30 Conversations with Trump Supporters 34:51 Sex Workers' Unique Perspective on Authoritarianism 42:05 New Moon Network's Mission and Work 49:10 Final Thoughts and Call to Action Links Beyond Strange Bedfellows (article) Characteristics of White Supremacy Culture New Moon Network Savannah Sly Website YAS Work Instagram YAS Work BlueSky YAS Work Twitter YAS Work Youtube