Media

Curious to learn more about my work as a Deaf sex worker and advocate? I’m proud to have had the opportunity to share my story, educate and contribute to the de-stigmatisation of my communities.

Podcasts and Radio

Men, Sex and Pleasure Podcast
I spoke with Cam Fraser about sex work, disability and the Deaf community.
Listen to the episode via Spotify.

Women on the line Podcast
I spoke to Xen Nha` about the NDIS and the amendments to exclude people with disability from accessing sex work services.
Listen to the episode online.

The Wire Radio
I spoke to reporter Jo Newbury about the NDIS and the amendments to exclude people with disability from accessing sex work services.
Listen to the episode online.

Somebody You Love Podcast
I was interviewed by Jenna Love and Holly Harte for their podcast episode titled, ‘Somebody you love is a Deaf sex worker’.
Listen to the episode via Spotify.

Nasty Woman Podcast
Now renamed ‘Kaleidoscope News’, Demi interviewed me to talk about my experience as a Deaf sex worker.
Watch and listen to the episode via YouTube.

Katia Schwartz is a deaf dancer, advocate and sex worker based in Sydney Australia. In this photo, she is wearing a black silk dress and gold shoes. She has long red hair and pale skin.

Written Articles

Kaleidoscope News Article
I spoke to Demi regarding accessibility issues for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people on mainstream streaming websites and cinemas.
Read article.

Pedestrian News Article
I spoke to Pedestrian TV regarding SBS Insight’s captioning and accessibility failure.
Read article.

Timeout Magazine
An interview with Timeout Magazine regarding accessible dance teaching at Sky Sirens.
Read article.

Urban Village Magazine
I highlight the origins of pole dancing and emphasise the importance of respecting its roots in strip clubs.
Read article.

Television and Film

SBS News
A written and filmed interview for SBS News about dancing as a deaf person.
Watch online.

SBS Insight
I featured on an episode of SBS Insight titled, “Convenient Relationships” where I spoke on the topic of sex work and transactional intimacy.
Watch via SBS on Demand.

Deafying Gravity
Directed by Sam Martin, this film was made about my life as a Deaf aerialist and sex worker. The award-winning film was featured on SBS, and was shown in various film festivals around Australia and New York.
Contact me for a private link.

Femme
I featured in the film ‘Femme’ directed by Delsi Moleta. Femme was born from a desire to see more queer femme representation in media and to highlight both the challenges and the joys of being a femme.
Find out more.

I am available for media and/or modelling opportunities, public speaking, interviews, or educational workshops. Whether you're a fellow sex worker seeking mentoring, media, brand or someone interested in understanding more about disability and sex work intersections, I’m looking forward to hearing from you.

Connect with me.

Sex workers and Media only. Please book sex work services via my booking form only.

I offer free resources, advice, and answers to questions pertaining to sex work for peers only. I'm passionate about providing support and information that can support others within the sex work community. However, please note that my experiences are often specific to my own circumstances and may not always be relevant to all peers. As I don’t charge for this work, please be respectful of my time and understand that I may not always be available, may not feel comfortable or have experience answering every type of question. 

All enquiries, including requests for interviews, modelling, mentoring, and collaborations, must be directed to my email at katia@thegingerdoll.com.

Please don’t ask me questions about sex work on my social media channels, due to the risk of deplatforming.