STEPH SIA

Stripped by SIA

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Stripped by SIA, your podcast for strippers, sex workers and all the fancy naked people. Hosted and produced by Steph Sia, an adult content creator, dancer and cam model based in Vancouver, Canada, Stripped by SIA aims to destigmatize the sex industry by telling peoples' stories and lived experiences every week. New episodes every single Sunday at 12am PST.Produced & hosted by Steph Sia @siastephMusic by TED-D @djteddmusicPhotography by Ian Daburn @daburn_photographyGraphics by Maria Belen de Rama

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STEPH SIA

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Latest episode

Dec 21, 2025

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Episodes

#186 - Anonymous Accounts: Toxic or Just Satire? with McKenna King 05.11.2023

We've got an interesting take on today's episode. I was inspired by a recent blog post by fellow content creator and FSSWer, McKenna King , on anon accounts. If you're unaware of what anon accounts are, they are anonymous accounts usually on Twitter/X which are used for sharing memes, satire, and overall, lightheartedness. On the flip side, it can be used to share some hard truths and...

#185 - What Sex Work Looks Like in Japan... with Amina V 29.10.2023

***TRIGGER WARNING: Mention of underage sex work*** I have a highly fan requested episode this week on a very niche topic that I am excited to explore with you all! I am bringing on content creator and former sugar baby, Amina V , on the show this week to speak about her experience as a sex worker in Japan. Amina opens up the conversation with her story of how she got to Japan in the first place....

#184 - What Every Sex Worker Needs to Know About Safety with Amy Taylor 22.10.2023

***TRIGGER WARNING - Mention of assault and attempted murder*** We haven't had an episode in a while that was fully dedicated to safety measures for sex workers so when this week's guest, Amy Taylor , contacted me to hop on the show with her compelling story, I had to give her the throne. Amy is a full service sex worker based in NYC who's had an extensive amount of experience in the b...

#183 - Breast Augmentation Nightmares: Complications, Risks and Dealing with the Consequences with Maiia Bates and Joelle Rose 15.10.2023

This is Part 2 of my conversation about breast augmentation! As we all know, a lot of us consider or have considered getting breast augmentation surgery. We've spoken about it at length last week on things to consider, doing your research, pre and post-op care and more with the lovely Caitlyn Brooks. But I wouldn't be the podcaster that I am without at least discussing the ugly side of the...

#182 - Breast Augmentation 101: What to Know and What to Consider with Caitlyn Brooks 08.10.2023

A very highly-anticipated episode that you all had requested! Yes - this week we are speaking all about breast augmentation or breast implant surgery. I had many folks chiming in to speak about their experiences but ultimately went with Caitlyn Brooks to chat about her journey in why she decided to go under the knife. This is Part 1 of a 2-parter episode on breast augmentation and this specific ep...

#181 - Stripper Competitions: Featuring, Creating, and Touring Domestically and Internationally with Ciara 01.10.2023

Very excited to release this episode with one of my friends, Ciara , who I've known since our baby poler days back in 2016! It's been so lovely and awe-inspiring to watch this girl grow. Ciara is a multi-award-winning international feature who tours all across North America and whom is known for her outstanding feature shows. Ciara started off as a stripper in Vancouver, Canada and has sin...

#180 - Lobbying and Advocating for the Decriminalization of Sex Work with David Mickenberg and Henri of the Ishtar Collective 25.09.2023

This episode has been a long time coming and after some technical difficulties during the first round and some major anxiety, I have gotten the group together to record this fantastic episode on what's happening in the east coast of the USA. You might've heard an earlier episode this season on the decriminalization front in Vermont with Misha Montana (Episode #170) and you can think of thi...

#178 - Becoming a Master at Creating Solo Content with Bea York 10.09.2023

A lot of you (including myself!) are solo content creators. We make all of our own content and are responsible for the storyboarding, lighting, editing, audio...and the list goes on! Or perhaps you collaborate with other creators and make your own content to diversify what's on on your roster. Whatever your reason is, it is really helpful to hear some expert advice and tips from one of the pro...

#177 - Aging in the Sex Industry: Tackling Menopause, Ageism and Changing Bodies with Seska Lee 03.09.2023

WOOT! New episodes are officially back on a weekly basis and to kick things off this fall, I am bringing on longtime creator, Seska Lee, onto the show. Seska brings on decades of experience in the adult industry and kink scene. Seska utilizes and embraces her age and we have an intimate discussion on what it's like to age through an industry which relies on our bodies and what changes she'...

(2019) Gay Escorting, Gay Porn and Growing up as Gay in the United Arab Emirates with Hamed Raidd 27.08.2023

We are throwing it WAY back to Season 1 with Hamed Raidd, an adult creator based in Vancouver, Canada. My early episodes still give me a lot of cringe so please bear with me! New episodes are coming NEXT WEEK on Sunday, September 3rd so subscribe and stay tuned til then! --- We have our very first gay-identifying male sex worker on the show today – please welcome Hamed Raidd! It’s so interesting t...

(2021) Should I Stay or Should I Go? Agency Work vs. Going Independent with Elizabeth Weisz 13.08.2023

Enjoy this episode from Season 3 with esteemed guest, Elizabeth Weisz , a fellow FSSWer who gives us some insight on agency work vs. independent work. --- Myself, Carly David of PS: Group, and adult performers, Siri Dahl and Lexi Luna, are pitching an explosive panel on sex worker marketing for the mainstream conference, SXSW. Registration for voting is NOW OPEN from August 8th - 20th and we would...

(2022) From Camgirl to Pornstar: Setting Yourself Up for Success with Leana Lovings 07.08.2023

A re-air! Giving you some of the most popular episodes from previous seasons until the summer is over! New episodes starting in September. --- Okay, everyone. I'd like to introduce you to the CUTEST guest I have ever hosted on the show. I am so happy to have interviewed the cutesy  Leana Lovings  onto the show! Leana is a cam girl who also just recently journeyed into the world of porn - curre...

(BONUS) Dissecting Sex Work: A Human Rights and Labour Issue with Steph Sia 30.07.2023

Friends, it's been a minute since we've had a bonus episode! Not since...2021, I think? As you know, all of my bonus episodes post-2022 are available up on my Patreon. However, it's summer and I thought I'd give you a little treat! This week's episode was from my recent stint guest lecturing at Florida State University to their Human Sexuality class on the topic of Dissecting S...

(2022) Porn Debunked: Imposter Syndrome, Reality vs. Fantasy and Defining "Ethical" Porn with Alison Rey 23.07.2023

Enjoy this throwback episode to 2022 with Alison Rey! New episodes coming soon at the end of the summer. Folks, I am so stoked to bring on this week's guest onto the show! If you haven't heard of Alison Rey, she is a longstanding adult performer and producer in the industry who will be giving us an insight on the porn industry. Alison shares with us her story on how she got into porn, havi...

#176 - A Sex Worker's Guide to Home Ownership with Izzi 16.07.2023

I've been so excited to record this fan-requested episode! Home ownership was always a goal of mine as a child and I'm stoked to share the passionate discussion with cam model, Izzi , who's also equally passionate about this conversation! I had plans to bring on a mortgage specialist onto the show for ethical responsibility but after going through 7 of them ghosting me or bailing out d...

#175 - Submitting to Submission: Subbing at a Commercial Dungeon with Stephanie Parent 09.07.2023

***TRIGGER WARNING: Mention of sexual assault at the 40 minute mark.*** A new topic on the podcast? Like, BRAND NEW. There is so much focus on domination and dominatrixes in our industry that it was finally time to shed some light on being a professional submissive. I speak to Stephanie Parent , a professional submissive who used to work in a commercial dungeon in Los Angeles. Stephanie shares wit...

#174 - What Progression Looks Like in the Sensual Services Industry with Madam Bella Cummins of Bella's Hacienda Ranch 02.07.2023

I've been enjoying learning about the legal brothel system in Nevada, the only place in the USA where Sex work is legalized. Having interviewed legal courtesans in the past, I thought I'd switch gears on this week's episode and interview a brothel owner instead. What are the hoops that is involved in ownership? How do you get a coveted license? I had the pleasure of interviewing Madam...

#173 - Creating Realistic Pornography for the Female Gaze with Electra Rayne of Queer Crush 25.06.2023

As we all might know, pornography has been traditinally directed by men, produced by men, and consumed by men. With so many different categories and niches in porn coming out, why don't they cater to what women and queer folk actually want? I invite Electra Rayne , the founder of Queer Crush , onto the show this week to speak about this very topic. Electra is a content creator, director and ta...

#172 - The Need for More Plus-Size Representation with Sydney Screams 18.06.2023

Back on schedule and super excited to bring on my fellow PS: Group colleague, Sydney Screams , onto the show this week! Sydney is a plus-size content creator and has been in the biz for over a decade. She started off on the other side of the camera as a boudoir photographer until she decided to take the plunge and be the muse. From there, she grew her fanbase and continues to make niche fetish con...

#171 - Longevity in the Adult Industry: Adaptation and Innovation with Bobby St. James 11.06.2023

Sorry for the 3-week delay! I am BACK this week forever since my wedding and mini moon are over and now I can finally get back to producing and recording episodes! This week is all about longevity in the industry...but how do you go about doing it? I speak with Bobby St. James , a content creator, FSSWer, erotic masseuse, actor and YouTuber. He has been in the adult industry doing for 38 years - y...

#170 - Setting the Precedent: Fighting for the Decriminalization of Sex Work in Vermont with Misha Montana 14.05.2023

I always get excited when I hear of places around the world who are actively fighting the decriminalization of sex work. Here in Canada, we are fighting our own fight to contest one of our archaic bills but of course, without being attached to a political group or politician, the process can take much longer when going at it alone. So when Misha Montana reached out to me to let me know that she wa...

#169 - Advocating for Both Sex Workers and Sex Trafficking Survivors with Amy-Marie Merrell of The Cupcake Girls 07.05.2023

***TRIGGER WARNING: Mention of sexual assault, domestic abuse, and human (sex) trafficking.*** I am very excited to bring on this fan-requested episode with Amy-Marie Merrell, the Executive Director of The Cupcake Girls , a non-profit organization based in the USA providing confidential support to those involved in the sex industry, as well as trauma-informed outreach, advocacy, resources and afte...

#168 - Calling for Inclusivity and Diversity in Sex Work with Marcela Alonso of the Get Schooled Podcast 30.04.2023

Y'all, it's here! Season 6 has officially landed and I am so excited to kick off this brand new season with this feisty firecracker, Marcela Alonso . Marcela is a digital content creator and the host of the sex worker podcast, Get Schooled. She brings on decades of experience in our industry including many years as an exotic dancer, a dominatrix, cam model and content creator. Marcela star...

#167 - Lust Life Love: Aligning Polyamory with Sex Work with Stephanie Sellars 23.04.2023

We're taking a bit of a turn this week and will be learning more about polyamory. To help us guide this conversation, we speak with film director, producer and actor, Stephanie Sellars . Stephanie produced Lust Life Love , a slight autobiographical film about her experience navigating polyamory in New York City. Although Sellars isn't a current sex worker herself, it was interesting in ind...

#166 - How do Sex Workers Practice Self-Care with Jazmyne of Underneath Your Lingerie 16.04.2023

***TRIGGER WARNING: Mention of sexual assault, rape and race play.*** Since we are all such different beings, I was really curious to see how others in our community practice self-care. Self-care might look different from one person to another to I was happy to connect with all you listeners for your input so thank you for submitting! A lot of you expressed disconnecting from social, immersing you...

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