Andrea Heinz

The guests of this episode, Andrea Heinz and Kathy King, co-authors of an upcoming book on prostitution in Canada, discuss various aspects of the sex trade industry. They delve into personal stories, activism against the trade, the intersection of addiction and prostitution, the impact of pornography, and the challenges of researching and legislating on the issue. Listeners are encouraged to support their cause and make a community change.

Guest Andrea Heinz, a Canadian feminist, shares her journey of entering and leaving prostitution, while discussing the harms of 'sex work' ideology. The podcast examines the connection between trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation, challenges misconceptions about the experience of the commercial sex industry, and explores the healing power of shared stories. It also addresses the complexities of the healing journey, the overrepresentation of indigenous populations in prostitution, and the importance of addressing what it means to be human in the fight against exploitation.

Andrea Heinz is a resilient sex trade survivor, advocate, and co-author of 'When Men Buy Sex: Who Really Pays?'. In this engaging discussion, she recounts her harrowing journey from the sex industry to becoming a powerful voice for change. Heinz discusses the deep psychological complexities and trauma faced by women in sex work, the systemic racism affecting Indigenous individuals, and the intricate dynamics of demand and trafficking. She emphasizes the importance of compassionate support for those seeking to exit the industry.