S2 E4: Women in Tech: Then, Now, and in the Future with Anna

When We're Not Hustling: Sex Workers Talking About Everything But

In this episode, Jessie speaks with Anna, a content creator who transitioned into tech as a social media brand strategist. They discuss the challenges and rewards of balancing multiple roles, such as writing, fashion, and sex work, while also emphasizing the importance of diversifying one's interests and building personal platforms to avoid reliance on unstable tech companies. Jessie and Anna also touch on the personal impacts of their work, including body image issues and the necessity of meticulous scheduling to manage their various commitments effectively.

Throughout the conversation, they explore the intersection of tech and sex work, noting how sex workers often become unintended test cases for new technologies. Anna shares insights from her journey in both fields, highlighting the evolving acceptance of sex work within progressive tech spaces and the importance of having open discussions about ethics and representation.

In this episode:

00:01: Introduction to When We're Not Hustling Podcast

02:31: Balancing Multiple Projects & Season 2 Preview

04:47: Interview with Anna: From Content Creation to Tech

08:55: Navigating Tech Spaces & Sex Work

20:48: Building a Personal Website & Blogging

35:16: Diversifying Content & Marketing Strategies

39:28: Balancing Work, Clips, & Personal Life

49:04: Experiences with Feedism & Body Image

55:10: Recommendations & Contact Information

You can find Anna:

Visit honeywhippedfeta.com to read more of Anna's writing. Follow Anna on TikTok @honeywhippedfeta or Instagram @honeywhippedfeta

Recommendations:

The January 6th Report, by the House January 6th Committee

Burn Book: A Tech Love Story, by Kara Swisher

Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness, by Smashing Pumpkins

Guest:

Anna is a semi-retired sex worker turned techie, who has been creating content across various social media platforms for over a decade. She recently launched her own lifestyle and tech website, honeywhippedfeta.com, where she explores the intersections of sex work and technology, alongside topics like personal style and fragrance. When she's not immersed in her own creative projects, Anna works with startups and global brands to develop social media strategies and creative processes. Based in Chicago, Anna enjoys watching trashy 00s reality TV, collecting vintage erotica, indulging in unique perfumes, and passionately discussing olive oil.

The Rest:

Host: Jessie Sage

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

Sponsor: Assembly Four

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