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Award-winning journalist Anna Lekas Miller is transforming how we understand global migration and conflict through an unexpected lens: love stories. In her latest appearance on The Sassy Show, she offers a compelling glimpse into her work as both a storyteller and someone who has lived the complexities of cross-border relationships. Known as the journalist who 'spices up migration stories with tales of love and romance,' Anna shares intimate insights into her journey from covering war zones to writing her debut book 'Love Across Borders.' She reads the captivating opening chapter, revealing her own cross-border love story and accidental marriage proposal, while discussing how meeting her Syrian husband Salam transformed both her personal life and reporting perspective. With warmth and humor, Anna explores the challenges of international relationships, visa restrictions, and how finding love helped her discover a new way to tell stories of resilience, hope, and human connection in conflict zones.

This episode, we’re diving into the world of shibari with Frayed Knots—a rigger, performer, and all-round sass pot with a wealth of experience in the kink community. But this isn’t just about rope. It’s about queerness, masculinity, risk, and the responsibility we all have in creating safer, more inclusive spaces. Frayed Knots speaks candidly about what it’s like to navigate the kink scene as a cis man, how queer spaces have shaped him, and why being accountable for your actions is far more important than fearing ‘cancel culture.’ Reminding us that "mistakes happen—but it’s how you handle them that matters." 💬 Topics covered: 🔥 Navigating the kink scene as a cis man 🌀 The sincerity of risk-aware play 🌈 The importance of queer community 🖤 How his approach to shibari has changed over time 📺 His unfiltered thoughts on media and self-expression This interview is full of laughter, wisdom, and real talk about kink, queerness, and personal growth. Watch now and let us know your thoughts in the comments!

Join us for an intimate conversation with embodiment facilitator Giap Tongsayor as she guides host Bethany through sacred ritual practices. Watch as Giap demonstrates the power of intentional space-holding, from the lighting of incense to reading cards, creating a sacred space for deep healing work. This episode offers unique insights into conscious practice, cultural healing traditions, and the importance of creating safe spaces for exploration and growth. Having moved from Thailand to the UK as a teenager, Giap is currently in the process of writing a book exploring how cultural experiences such as sex tourism and being a Pro Domme shaped her approach to sex, the body and her healing work. We hear the fundamental reasons behind Giap’s mission to create sacred spaces, and how ritual can be a pathway to releasing shame and trauma. Experience firsthand how Giap's approach combines ritual and kink with modern healing modalities to create transformative experiences. Get to know Giap Tongsayor and let her knowledge wash you with a mind opening perspective of psychology, sensuality and a touch of BDSM.

This week we're joined by Logan Star, a curator of pleasurable experiences and founder of queer kinky rave Quench. Logan is known on the scene for his work in making kinky spaces accessible to the BIPOC community and opening dialogue for vulnerable conversations. We hear Logan tell Sassy about the fundamentals of safeguard monitoring on the scene and how his own upbringing has shaped his vocal advocation for the safety of people entering kink spaces. Tune in, get to know and evolve in your own ways to, as Logan would say, "light up".

Join us for a raw and revelatory episode of The Sassy Show featuring Ishmael Kirby, the multifaceted artist behind the politically charged drag persona CYRO. In this intimate conversation, Ishmael opens up about his journey through political theatre, punk music, and drag artistry, discussing the complexities of authenticity in the entertainment industry and the power of choosing oneself. From performing at Glastonbury to co-hosting Europe's largest drag king competition Man Up!, Ishmael shares profound insights about artistic integrity, community support, and the transformative power of drag. This episode delves deep into the intersection of art, identity, and activism, offering a compelling look at the reality behind the stage lights. Tune in or watch along on YouTube. Sponsored by JOYclub.com - our home for all things EXTRA Sassy!

Join The Sassy Show as we dive deep into the groundbreaking Fetish and Kink Summit, run by Seed Talks, bringing listeners exclusive interviews with leading experts and advocates who are dismantling misconceptions about human sexuality. This extraordinary collection of conversations features powerful voices from diverse backgrounds—including disability rights advocates, psychotherapists, and community organizers—exploring the nuanced realities of desire, consent, and personal empowerment. Through raw, honest storytelling, these speakers challenge societal norms, amplify marginalized perspectives, and create a radical space for understanding the multifaceted nature of sexual expression, identity, and connection. Featured Speakers from the Fetish and Kink Summit: Katie Evans (GSRD Therapist) Website: www.kecounselling.co.uk Instagram: @kecounselling Munjeeta Sohal (Psychosexual and Relationship Therapist) Website: munjeeta.com Instagram: @kink.and.cuddles Elle Adana (Clinical Psychologist & Kink Specialist) Instagram: @the.constellationship Libby Oliver (Disabled Rights Advocate & Founder of House of Arcane) Instagram: @arcanely2 Roxy Murray (Disability Rights Advocate & Sex-Positive Activist) Instagram: @multiplesclerosisfashionista Phopy (Intersectional Advocate) Videos filmed by Angelina Cage Edited and presented by Bethany Burgoyne This podcast is sponsored by our friends joyclub.com - the online kink-positive community bringing like minded folks together. Sign up for a free premium membership today by hitting the link below: https://joy.club/bx-signup and using the code 2BXS4

April Fiasco is a powerhouse of intersectional activism, wielding her talents as a burlesque performer, comedian, writer, host, and stripper to challenge societal norms and amplify marginalized voices. More than an entertainer, she is a dedicated activist committed to decriminalizing sex work and revolutionizing sex education. Through her multifaceted artistic practice, April creates spaces of radical education, challenging audiences to reconsider deeply ingrained misconceptions about sexuality, labor, and bodily autonomy. In a raw, unfiltered conversation with Bethany on The Sassy Show podcast, April Fiasco pulls back the curtain on the complex world of sex work, challenging societal misconceptions and celebrating the artistry, skill, and resilience of sex workers. As well as introducing us to Cybertease - an online socialist stripper collective founded by a group of sex workers seeking to create an alternative to traditional strip club models. Sponsored by JOYclub.com

Join host Bethany Burgoyne as she dives deep into the world of kink, cinema, and liberation with Venus Raven and Amy, the dynamic duo behind the London Fetish Film Festival (LFFF). Celebrating its fifth anniversary, LFFF is the ultimate fusion of fetish and film, born from Venus’s passion for cinema and her unapologetic embrace of BDSM culture. In this special episode, Venus and Amy share their journey, inspirations, and vision for this year's festival at Islington's Hen and Chicken's Theatre, where they’ll showcase films that are as provocative as they are empowering. Fueled by a mission to dismantle harmful BDSM stereotypes and create an inclusive space for the LGBTQIA+ kink community, LFFF explores everything from the sensual to the subversive. Expect uncensored conversations about freedom of expression, fetish’s role in filmmaking, and how LFFF has carved a unique space for taboo topics on screen. This episode is brought to you by JOYclub.com - your community for alternative lifestyles and kink culture. Tune in and get ready for a revealing conversation about the intersection of art, identity, and desire—only on The Sassy Show.