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In this episode of YAS Podcast, host Daisy Ducati converses with Michael McGrady Jr., contributing legal editor for AVN magazine, discussing recent legislative efforts aimed at regulating sex work and queer identities. They delve into various initiatives, including Michigan's proposed Anti-Corruption of Public Morals Act and the implications of age verification laws on the adult entertainment industry. McGrady provides insights on how such laws could jeopardize freedoms and privacy, emphasizing the need for continued advocacy and resilience within the sex work and queer communities. The episode highlights the importance of voting and staying informed to safeguard rights amidst increasing political and cultural challenges. 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Anti-Corruption of Public Morals Act 00:42 Welcome to YAS Podcast 01:31 Meet Michael McGrady Jr. 04:21 Michael's Journey into Journalism 09:01 The Age Verification Debate 13:18 Concerns Over Data Privacy and Security 18:37 Impact on LGBTQ+ Community 21:51 The Role of VPNs and Data Security 24:52 Challenges Faced by Legitimate Porn Sites 27:11 FTC Settlement Concerns 28:45 Regulatory Challenges in the UK 31:02 Global Impact on Content Creation 34:58 Michigan's Anti-Pornography Bill 37:21 Defining Prohibited Materials 39:25 Conflation of Queer Identity and Porn 45:18 Fighting for Rights and Acceptance 48:16 Closing Remarks and Call to Action Links:  Michael McGrady AVN Profile House Bill No. 4938 ( Anti-Corruption of Public Morals Act.) Daisy Instagram YASStore.Shop Donate to our work  YAS Work Instagram YAS Work BlueSky YAS Work Twitter YAS Work Youtube