Nina Nova - REVISITING : "Breaking Down the Whorearchy"

In this episode of Sticky Note Conversations, host Erika Washington engages in a candid and informative discussion with adult film star and activist Nina Nova. They explore mature and complex topics surrounding the adult film industry, legalized sex work, and the nuanced regulations within Nevada. Nina shares her journey from advocacy work, through camming and into mainstream adult film, including her experiences in Nevada's legal brothels. The conversation addresses critical issues such as safety, consent practices, ethical porn, and the stigmatization and criminalization faced by sex workers. Additionally, Nina reveals how she navigates personal relationships, including family and romantic partners, while maintaining her career. This episode provides a thorough look into the life, challenges, and empowerment experienced within the world of sex work.

• (00:00) - Introduction and Content Warning
• (00:48) - Discussing Legalized Prostitution in Nevada
• (02:34) - Personal Reflections on Sex Work
• (04:44) - Introducing Nina Nova
• (07:09) - Nina's Journey from Advocacy to Adult Film
• (13:17) - Experiences in the Adult Film Industry
• (17:44) - Ethical Porn and Industry Practices
• (20:19) - Legal and Social Issues in Sex Work
• (26:14) - Challenges in Legal Brothels
• (31:43) - Policy Recommendations for Sex Work
• (32:46) - High Arrest Rates for Prostitution in Nevada
• (34:33) - The Importance of Autonomy in Sex Work
• (37:57) - Safety Concerns in the Adult Film Industry
• (44:26) - Parental Support and Acceptance
• (49:03) - Navigating Romantic Relationships in the Industry
• (52:16) - Health and Safety Protocols
• (56:25) - Self-Booking and Career Success
• (01:00:13) - Living the Dream: Why Choose Adult Film
• (01:03:19) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Creators and Guests

Producer

Erika Washington

SE

Editor

Simone Endress

WB

Composer

Wil Black

What is Sticky Note Conversations?

To keep my thoughts in order and my to-do lists remotely manageable I create arrays of sticky notes on my desk and wall. New idea? Stick note! Someone I want to meet with? Sticky Note! Need to remember to pay a parking ticket? Write it on a sticky note. Over the course of the last year, I have wanted to create a podcast that allowed me to dive deep into conversations with interesting people.. I wanted to have real conversations that were more than sound bites or regurgitated talking points about fluffy topics. My hope is that each episode feels like old friends catching up. Revealing great information but also humanity, struggle, victory, joy, grief, and possibly, a flicker of transcendence.

I hope you will enjoy these as much as I do creating them.
Join me here every Saturday as I pull a new sticky note off my desk.