Radical Spirits

Episode 1 Part 2 - The Oldest Profession

This is part 2 of our special two-part premiere episode charting the history of sex work. From the sacred temples of Mesopotamia to the modern-day fight for decriminalisation, we explore the complex history of sex work from ancient to modern times. CW: Please be aware that, due to the nature of this content, there is discussion of historical sexual abuses, racial discrimination, and violence. Use of outdated historical racial terms are used in the context of the discussion. Listener discretion is advised.

Episode 1 Part 1 - The Oldest Profession with Kaytlin Bailey

This is a special two-part premiere episode charting the history of sex work. From the sacred temples of Mesopotamia to the modern-day fight for decriminalisation, we explore the complex history of sex work from ancient to modern times. In this episode, we chat to special guest Kaytlin Bailey from Old Pros Online about the importance of decriminalisation, resources for activism and using history and humour to centre the voices of sex workers. In partnership with Under Covers Audio https://oldprosonline.org/ https://undercovers.audio/ 🍸 Old Pro Cocktail (French 75 Twist) Ingredients * 25 ml Gin (a dry London style or botanical gin works beautifully) * 15 ml Elderflower liqueur (St-Germain is ideal) * 15 ml Fresh lemon juice * 10 ml Simple syrup * Top with chilled Champagne or dry sparkling wine * Optional: Dash of orange bitters Garnish * Lemon twist or edible flower, because you deserve something pretty Method 1. Shake gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and syrup with ice. 2. Strain into a chilled flute or coupe. 3. Top with Champagne. * 🍹 Old Pro Mocktail (Zero-Proof Sparkler) Ingredients * 25 ml Non-alcoholic gin (like Seedlip Grove 42 or Pentire Seaward) * 15 ml Elderflower cordial * 15 ml Fresh lemon juice * 10 ml Simple syrup (adjust to taste) * Top with chilled alcohol-free sparkling wine or kombucha (citrus or jasmine work wonderfully) * Optional: Dash of orange blossom water or non-alcoholic bitters Garnish * Lemon peel or a sprig of thyme Method 1. Shake non-alcoholic gin, elderflower cordial, lemon juice, and syrup over ice. 2. Strain into a flute or coupe. 3. Top with non-alcoholic bubbly.