Adrie Rose is a Jamaican-American writer and photographer from Florida. Adrie discusses her upcoming book titled "I Hate My Job," which explores the ambivalent feelings sex workers often have about their profession. Additionally, she shares insights into her podcast "Pages and Prejudice," which she co-hosts with Stitch to discuss romance literature and media.

Adrie also talks about her personal interests and recent activities, including her travels for work and her plans to buy a home in Pittsburgh. The conversation touches on topics such as Adrie's favorite romance authors, her experiences with fan fiction, and the challenges of managing multiple identities online. Jessie and Adrie share their thoughts on the complexities of separating personal and professional lives and the importance of community within the sex work industry. The episode concludes with Adrie sharing her excitement about her book, job, and future trip to Ireland.

00:01: Podcast Introduction by Jessie Sage

01:11: Contest Announcement with Black Venom Digital

02:31: September Episode Lineup and Guests

05:05: Introduction of New After-Party Host

06:33: Live Event Announcement at Stay Gold Books

07:54: Interview with Adri Rose Begins

17:46: Adri Rose Discusses New Book Project

23:38: Managing Online Identities and Client Interactions

54:18: Adri Rose's Current Reads and Exciting Plans

Guest:

Adrie Rose is a Jamaican-American freelance writer and photographer from Pittsburgh, PA. She writes primarily about sex, sex work, and how they intersect with tech and culture. Adrie also co-hosts the Pages & Prejudice podcast with Stitch. Her hobbies include being just like other girls, drinking craft beer, and reading romance novels with questionable love interests. In her free time, she works with returning citizens on their restorative justice journeys.

As a writer, Adrie has bylines in publications including NBC Think, Prism, Daily Dot, Wear Your Voice, Observer, and Autostraddle. Additionally, her photography has been seen in Sweet July. As a photographer, she has experience working with all skin tones and numerous industries adult film actors, stage performers, non-profits, families, and students.

Website: Adrierose.link

X: @adrierising

Insta: @adrierising

Recommendations:

Books:

Pride of Time, By Anubis Ankh

Invitations, By C.M. Nascota

Music:

Radical Optimism, By Dua Lipa

The Rest:

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Host: Jessie Sage

Producer: Emily Foster

Music: Benjamin J Benamati

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