Stripper interview-Salem

Soft White Underbelly interview and portrait of salem, a stripper in Los Angeles.
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[@jessicahoene5573]

Mark, thank you so much for what you do. I'm in my first semester in grad school for clinical mental health counseling and your ability to get people to open up with the questions you choose is amazing. I keep recommending this channel to my classmates who get stuck in practice sessions. You truly have a gift. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@leok5677]

It takes practice. I have been following the channel for 2 years. Mark interviewing skills have improved significantly. What really set Mark apart is the tone of his voice. It helps especially for these interviews where Mark often prompt his guests to reflect on past traumatic experiences. It’s really a work of art when you break that ice during a difficult interview and get someone to open.

[@tigerrrrrrrr6586]

YEAH ITS AWESOME A TRUE MOTIVATION FOR OTHERS

[@Jrjj42]

Good luck with your undertaking!

[@JohnSmith-su3ze]

Mark's interviewing skills are borderline supernatural. They're that good.

[@TheAnthoula14]

@@leok5677 thank you for saying that! I said the EXACT same thing to my sister yesterday, about his tone of voice being key to the interviews. Tone is critical. We all tend to be guilty of not paying attention to *how* we say stuff sometimes. Often we don't even mean to, but our verbal tone can make someone reluctant to be totally open and honest. Particularly those who may be predisposed to feeling pre judged for various reasons. I don't know how Mark does it consistently, no matter what crazy shit he hears lol. I try to be conscious of not letting judgement creep into my tone when I'm talking to someone's who's life is very different from mine, but for example if someone's talking about robbing people or hurting someone else, etc, it would be hard. But as interviewer, you're not there to have an opinion or judge anyone right. You're a medium to facilitate the process of the story.... Mark must have really good boundaries lol.

[@sandife4nandes365]

Salem gave a great interview. She's honest about the ins and outs of her lifestyle.

[@backagain5216]

And she sold her soul to the life. I haven’t meet a stripper yet that doesn’t have demons of the worst kind….. and blames men for it.

[@drdree8396]

Lol,I see what you did there

[@AS-by8ee]

Mark, as ever, a truly fascinating video. I cannot understand why men would ever seek a paid intimate moment with a female who clearly utterly despises men. The biggest turn off has to be a combination of the total lack of any female desire coupled with an unequivocal announced derision.

[@muccia7328]

This girl would be a great club owner. She clearly cares very much about the other girls, works hard is tough smart and knows all the ins and outs. I hope she lives all her dreams 🙏

[@whitefang112]

oh totally. If only you could own properties by letting your tits fall out your shirt and flashing your labia lips to strangers. It is possible honestly.

[@jessetapia3996]

@@whitefang112 lol

[@zofiawaters4913]

Such a lovely person

[@Roaming725]

I really hope she starts a podcast or goes on some kind of platform where we can listen to what she has to say and hopefully it can generate some income for her. It's so important that more people know the ins and outs of this industry. Knowledge is power.

[@WAKINUPwithDee]

Great idea!

[@ndondiafrika249]

unfortunately, once you have a taste of quick money even if from an unholy job, there is no going back

[@MinnieMouse100]

Excellent ides

[@Particularlynosy]

I loved Salem. Articulate, genuine, and just an all around beautiful person. Thanks for the interview.

[@phyllysanantonio]

She is ok. I think she likes to have fun. A photographer. I like her.

[@curtismorris8126]

🤣

[@student22044]

Mark, these interviews are deeply beautiful. They are creating a certain type of acceptance that I don’t think is being rivalled. The format is perfect and the characters shine through their imperfections, allowing us all the accept our innermost feelings. Thank you ❤

[@whitefang112]

what are doing poetry? these interviews cascade into a rivulet of flowing emotions that rains on your white pants showing your limp penis hiding in your dirty stained panties

[@jaguar5198]

Very good interview Mark. Salem definitely has a good head on her shoulders and could become either a writer or a podcaster in the future. Please do a follow-up with her.

[@5oclockhero542]

Really? I thought she rambled and he allowed the interview to "wander".

[@jaguar5198]

@@5oclockhero542 I didn't see her as rambling at all. Except for when she talked about relationships, I thought she was straightforward.

[@5oclockhero542]

@@jaguar5198 we all see this differently. That's the great thing.

[@jaguar5198]

@@5oclockhero542 Agree to disagree. I've seen a few SWU videos and saw folks rambling, not counting the ones who are addicts. Maybe I'm naive to Salem, but I don't see it.

[@5oclockhero542]

@@jaguar5198 we all have. He has millions of subscribers and views. As stated, we all have different views. Thank Feck. Good day sir. I'm out

[@ashlynramirez6457]

One of the best individuals I’ve ever met in my life. Glad we had our friendship over the years & glad to see you getting the limelight you deserve ❤❤❤

[@tampa-grampa]

Can I add her on Insta

[@hugoramirezorozco4059]

Ella es amiga tuya ?

[@pankajmalani]

Fantastic interaction as always. Salem is so so smart! One of the best channels on the World Wide KZbin...More power to you, Mark. From India.

[@christahewitt2758]

My sister was a long time dancer and now a street outreach worker for a peer-to-peer harm reduction org in Seattle for street based sex workers, and a de-criminalization activist. I’ve very proud of all the sex worker activists fighting for their rights to be safe at work. Much love and safety to you all.

[@ryanblanchard2508]

Yeah so honorable and noble 🤦‍♂️

[@JulseyBee]

What organization does she work for?? I’m a recovering addict who was in SW, I’ve been clean for over 4 years now but I’ve always wanted to get into working with women in the same position I was in.. I live in Seattle!

[@JulseyBee]

Sex work is the oldest trade in the book and it’s never going anywhere. Does a woman not deserve to be safe, and clean while she works? The answer is of course she does and shame on you if you think otherwise.

[@jessp8238]

@@ryanblanchard2508 Stop watching porn then lol 😂

[@oktoberina]

@@JulseyBee ​ ​ Amen! It’s in the Bible! It’s been around forever! And its amusing to me that it’s always some male that steps up with some smart ass comment and it’s women who step up to actually do something to help them. Go figure. 🙄 And if there weren’t men that have made use of this profession since for two millennia now then this whole thing wouldn’t even exist, but of course you got some dude talking about how “honorable and noble” it is. Because it’s fine to talk shit about the women but I bet there isn’t one comment on any of the trick videos where he’s talking shit to any of them. Imagine that! 🙄 Good for y’all for stepping up to help other women. Women helping women is a huge deal and we need to do more of it. Good for y’all. Glad to see that. 💪👩 💙

[@ComeOn_ASMR]

Thank you Mark for this amazing video and let us know this amazing woman❤ Her talking pace is so comfortable to listen to. She is so clear minded, brave and help other girls to be safe🫶 She is beautiful inside out💖

[@KINGFLX]

Loved the clarity of her answers, so easy to understand. Wishing all the best

[@fts_space_shark]

If she wrote a book I would read it. She is intelligent, insightful, and engaging.

[@JohnSmith-sl6eg]

I would read the b00b too

[@backagain5216]

What would it be about? Stripping for old lonely men? Not much of a story to be fair.

[@ryanblanchard2508]

Typical moron democrat 🖕

[@ClihtYeastwood]

@@backagain5216 and once in a blue moon takes a baby batter shooter for a g note.

[@tampa-grampa]

@@backagain5216 It's not much of a story if you have nothing to gain.

[@miriamb.3078]

She's a very likeable person. Too bad she got fired :/. But she seems like she can handle herself very well. I wish her all the best.

[@mariesandiego5291]

Great interview with Salem who is so down to earth, grounded, beautiful and she is the first stripper who has a Mamma Bear work ethic!! she takes these young women and trains them so they can be more safe than she was when she was young and starting out….. thats morals and ethics right there!!! Keep safe Salem!! ♥️

[@euphorbia1581]

I wish we could live in a society where this kind of "training" wouldn't be necessary

[@jessiesheldon-huffey1824]

You can put a pretty bow on it, but she is essentially just transitioning into a "matron" role. She will gain the trust of younger girls and then teach them safer and more efficient ways to exploit themselves. This is not a good thing! We need people getting these girls out of this life, not teaching them how to do it better.

[@Hayilegna13]

This is one of my top 5 favorite interviews ever. Thank you Salem and thank you mark!

[@britchella]

i love her positive views in regards to females in the industry having each others back. her smart, strong and kind personalty is refreshing ❤

[@justme-dm7sb]

@Big White There is always one bad apple in each crowd. The girl sending videos was probably going to get beat if she didn't do it. Salem didn't fight with her, she told her to stop and fought with the pimp. The pimp was the bad apple there. Then there is you, here.

[@justme-dm7sb]

@Big White A fight isn't always punching. Are you really that stupid.......

[@justme-dm7sb]

@Big White I think they were yelling and shoving, and like she said, security was trying to seperate them. If they had been busting up the club in a fist fight security would have been mopping the floor with them. And I have seen a couple of women that can stick to a guy like a mad cat. Once they are on you can't get them off without hurting yourself. You ever pick up a scared cat and get attacked by it? I doubt it.

[@queengoblin]

This is delusional, I was a stripper for 8 years - the female solidarity is a myth. We only relate to each other because we are all being used by men and have shared trauma. Other than that, backstabbing and fights and client stealing and pimps and getting your ass beat and drugs and theft are the norm. The NORM. this is not a sparkly happy go lucky girl club, it's survival, and anyone who thinks otherwise is pure ignorant.

[@transmaniandevil]

This was one of my favorite interviews you’ve done Mark! you always know the best questions to ask to get the most out of someone’s story. proud of you for being a badass independent woman Salem! stay safe ❤️

[@orpha9031]

I remember the first time I walked into a strip bar. It was so unreal to me. Then the first time I saw someone shoot up. How surreal. The unreal became so normal with time. Salem, thank you for telling your story. It is easy to tell if someone is just making things up. They lack detail. You didn't squander your opportunity to tell the real story of your life. Mark, thank you for giving her the opportunity to have one of your soul healing sessions.

[@carolsimpson4422]

I guess it depends on when and where the strip club is- in my area in the 90s and 2000s, I never saw needles at work. The clubs were actually an escape from my needle using ex -it was actually a step up from my reality lol dancing actually got me out of that heavy scene. Not that there wasn't rampant drug use- but the owners/managers had a no tolerance policy with Crack smoking and needle using. They could flag the needle users at audition and just not hire them, but occasionally a girl would get busted smoking crack in the bathroom. (I almost got barred once for smoking weed out of a small metal one-hit pipe lol) Even when the oxie crisis became a thing, the girls were popping 40s like candy ,they weren't booting. A lot of them didn't even realize they were taking opiates, until they started getting dopesick.

[@naturelee4503]

Enjoyed this interview. Watched it all the way through.

[@leeleemee]

“My stability is a priority over love”. GENIUS 👍🏼.

[@baublesanddolls]

She's obviously heard that before.

[@leeleemee]

@@baublesanddolls Maybe so. It’s a great motto. If love is included that’s a sweet bonus.

[@jaja32807]

“My stability is a priority over love” That really describes me. I’m so glad I watched this interview. Do you have twitter?

[@tomrockwood851]

No drugs at all or ever makes for a very coherent conversation. Coupled with intelligence and insight, it was a joy to hear from 'Salem' about a perspective not many people can understand.

[@ashleylapsley3294]

6 minutes in and I find her so intelligent and she really seems like a genuinely good person. I hope the best for her in life.

[@MrWolfpound]

Ain't nothing like another morning watching another episode of Soft White Underbelly.

[@justme-dm7sb]

I used to think I couldn't deal with someone who did this kind of work. The older I get the more I think it really is only a job most of them do and it really doesn't matter. This girl is smart. I hope she is smart enough to save retirement money, because that usually comes way earlier than for the rest of us.

[@Jay-hp6pu]

Deal with it how? Being friends with someone like this I guess wouldn’t be a bad thing. Unless they’re into hard drugs and that life style, but dating someone in sex work for me at least would 100% be a no go. There’s zero chance I’m going to work all day knowing my girlfriend or wife is getting smashed by other dudes that are paying her.

[@losermidgetslob3878]

@@Jay-hp6pu what if she gave you the money?

[@Losthegr88]

Friends absolutely romance not so much

[@katchitdoe573]

You sir, Are what we call a “Simp” S.I.M.P

[@Hisdudeness101]

@Losermidgetslob 💯 Dating someone who brings home $1200 or more from an 8 hr shift really helps to make ends meet. Reality is if someone is going to cheat it doesn't matter if they dance or if they hand out nuggets at McDonald's. Just gotta have trust and honesty.

[@smirkinatu5512]

Thank you for being honest on your evolution of thought regarding your current pursuits. I wish you the best in your future, wherever it takes you.

[@LimoneneDaddy]

Insightful interview. This lovely woman could have been an actress the way she speaks with body language and conveys emotions. I get a warm and sweet energy from her.

[@backagain5216]

Gross! She did it for money, not to expose her sexuality. Don’t put any music on any mom&dads when she visits them!

[@ClihtYeastwood]

C u € k ALERT

[@LimoneneDaddy]

@@ClihtYeastwood lol oh yeah? 😆 I cuck dudes you got it twisted.. check the comment under mine

[@richienick]

Thank you Mark I appreciate how you ask a question that the subject's answer goes off in a totally different direction and you have the acuity to bring back around to the original insightful question.

[@tigerrrrrrrr6586]

HER VOCABULARY SAYS IT ALL SHE'S BEEN AROUND, WELL EDUCATED GAL

[@stoptrying4776]

FACTS SHE'S VERY STREET SMART I'M SURE SHE'S BEEN THREW SO MUCH

[@stoptrying4776]

💯💯💯💯

[@2hard4theyard53]

YES INDEED SHE'S VERY WELL INFORMED AND AWARE OF HER ENVIRONMENT. ..

[@meinefantasie]

Dear Mark, I watch your channel since quite some time actually years. I appreciate that you give a face and story to the suffering and with it a bigger understanding to the public. And I feel very compassioned about the stories from all these people/victimes. But with the statement of Salem that she started "sugaring" with "older guys" I stardet to realise that most of these videos are about victimes side. The perpetaitors are missing. So Therefore I started to wonder who are these predators? - And most likely they get away with this and victimise so many other vulnerable people. By now i am torned, somehow it does not feel right, since only the already used, abused, victimised poeple expose themselves here. And the other side of the abuser, perpetraitor is still hidden secured in the dark. Still these "older guys" go out to "sugaring" more young vulnerable people. It doesnt sit right with me, somehow its even very sickening. Why is it ok to expose the victims but not the purpetraitors? I hope you get my taughts. Thank you, karin karina

[@terrytownsend5583]

To many words

[@richellephillips]

I knew her way back when. She has always been a kind and beautiful woman. Stay strong baby, I will always root for you!

[@nicolenotizieeamici]

I hope one day to see your channel with 10M followers … because compared to many others yours help humans to be more emphatetic, compassionate and kind. On top of this you do a lot of good and are a good example to be the change you want to see in the world. - if there is someone I would like to meet in person among all the “you tubers” .. it’s you. Thanks for being a good man.. and human being. 🙏

[@lesleyvanschalkwyk332]

Amazing interview, thanks Mark ❣️ very sincere!

[@montanasky2253]

Mark possesses extreme emotional intelligence and has exceptional communication skills. His style is direct and clear but has that emotional aspect. That’s what I think makes him a great interviewer… he instinctively knows what questions to ask. He also knows how to listen. This was another great interview

[@joypaul995]

Salem is quite attractive 😍 well groomed, intelligent and articulate. I often wonder why a gal would choose this lifestyle VS "anything else" Mark tyx for allowing people to tell their story. We learn and most don't feel so alone -no matter what their struggling with. You always present with compassion, empathy and a sense of humor. Truly one of a kind human being. ❤️ ty x

[@rankbedlam]

Articulate, sensitive, refreshingly candid and spiritual in the best sense of the word 🙏

[@elcolicous]

I'm fond of listening to these interviews. I appreciate so much that Salem and the other people shared their experience with us. I wish them all the best, I wish they would fulfill their dreams.

[@jackierosado1777]

This was a great interview!!

[@hurricanegert3759]

Thank you for uploading, Salem has such a fighting spirit & such a honest attitude,..... she's right, corporate America sux, they chew people up and discard them without a second thought + "The Public" is sooo far beyond rude these days,.....

[@gravy2973]

Brilliant Interview as always Mark. Loved this interview with Salem ! Stay safe Girl 🙂

[@brianc8821]

Love this one. Salem is a lover, a fighter, and a realist. You are a success, Miss Salem.

[@oceania4681]

just because someone is marginalized doesn’t mean they are less than in any way

[@shannonhuddleston1851]

Good morning SWU and Salem! Much love to you both from Louisiana ❤️💯

[@sunesim]

You are so intelligent and interesting! I’m sure you will be successful in anything you decide to to! ❤ thank you for sharing your story and points of view, it’s really inspiring in many ways.

[@curtismorris8126]

🤣

[@ms.motivation2586]

Intelligent Woman ❤God has a Plan

[@onomonopoeia]

Boo. I hope you heal from that trauma. Assault is assault, and taking away your bodily autonomy is real in so many ways. I've been roofied and only by the grace of the universe did I walk away unscathed. Five minutes more and without some fight in me? I truly don't know if I would be alive. Keep fighting, keep caring, and make sure to self care when you need. You are a good one. Sending love.

[@taybae561]

Being a stripper is definitely hard work 😓 I was a stripper for 2 years and I’m surprised I’m not dead lmao 😂 it’s not funny but the guys are crazy. I’ve met some seriously messed up dudes, washed up models, old money, new money, football players, ex mobsters, pimps, etc I’ve had to run for my life and it’s like part of the territory almost…running for your life, especially if you need extra money but yea I had good and bad days. I started when I was 20 so the money was good but I was horrible with money so I blew it all and have nothing to show for it now at 29. It does cause lasting emotional damage so you have to have a thick skin and drugs, alcohol are inevitable that’s how I got introduced to harder substances so like I said you have to have a thick skin or you will get sucked in and it’s hard to get out mentally unscathed. I’ve met some characters though lol 😆😂 this was a great interview though, kinda hard to watch only because I’ve lived that life and she’s 100% right it’s fast, dangerous, crazy, fun, unsafe, scary, adrenaline pumping, long, strenuous, tiring, draining amongst many other things.

[@queengoblin]

Yep, I did it for 8 years. You summed it up. It can be fun and you can make a lot of moeny, but the flipside is it's sex work. There's a lot of violence - physical, mental, emotional, sexual, financial. Every guy who walks in and genuinely wants to be there is messed up. Every girl who walks in to work there is messed up. It's an interesting industry.

[@taybae561]

@@queengoblin Nice to meet you fellow stripper queen 👸🏼 its not all glitz and glamour a lot of young girls need to realize what they are getting into. I met my sugar daddy there and was in bondage to him for years so even when you think your out via “rescuing” you’re still never really out because your expendable and in his control. You have to have an exit plan to leave the sex industry. Having a sugar daddy is still essentially sex work and I didn’t get that when I was 22 and got “rescued”. You just become prey to another entity.

[@ericschranz6958]

Salem- Start a podcast. I’d love to hear more stories!

[@daniellemcmunn]

Gorgeous woman! Very empowering and informative. Praying for her safety and a blessed life 🙏

[@89bayarearaised]

Thank you God she was able to get out of that house safe 🙏🏼 it could have went all bad. This is a dope interview 🙌🏼

[@simoneware1193]

She’s not just a pretty face, keep your head high Salem, stay true to yourself. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@boostedb18b14]

Lol shes definetly not pretty. Raise your standards. Looks beat up

[@simoneware1193]

@@boostedb18b14 beauty is in the eye of the beholder and subjective…

[@boostedb18b14]

@@simoneware1193 not this beat up it aint. Just another cock on the carousel

[@simoneware1193]

@@boostedb18b14 not sure I even know what you mean but I hope you get help with your hatred of women and I pray that your future gentlemen partners treat you with love and respect 💜 🌈

[@laurablack1002]

This chick was very real. Good head on her shoulders. Very Intelligent and just honest.

[@lindabonkoski2673]

I thought you did a great interview she's very intelligent! Wish her the best. Thank you mark you're doing a great job.

[@YinYangTsang]

WOW. She is incredible. What a brain. Love how she articulated the point about feeling like dealing with a man in a relationship is a waste of time when doing it for free! I'm not a SW, but I TOTALLY IDENTIFY WITH THIS.

[@MS-bw8qc]

Ironic since men dont benefit nearly as much in a relationship as women do

[@euphorbia1581]

​@@MS-bw8qcdepends on your perception of what a rs means I guess

[@sarahskicks]

​@@MS-bw8qcMy experience has been much different. Women tend to provide all the emotional labor and often act like a mother to their partners. Multiple studies over years have shown that men in relationships are happiest while women are happiest when single

[@MS-bw8qc]

@@sarahskicks Yeah that i dont believe lets see the studies that say that

[@Allyourbase1990]

She is extremely well spoken , and together . I hope she finds a good career to retire from . She seems really genuine

[@ascent8487]

I’m just so relieved to see someone who isn’t breaking my heart. Wishing her the best.

[@derekwilson6407]

Not as if my life is any better than anyone else's, but sometimes it breaks my heart when I see such awesome people being in such dangerous lifestyles.

[@garibaldi54]

By choice.

[@yunni3371]

I mean she made the choice .

[@derekwilson6407]

I think it's a combination of things. I'm sure past trauma & a f**ked up childhood plays a factor in her decision making, but you can just see her potential and her good qualities which makes it a little sad that she's ultimatly choosing to go in that direction with her life.

[@trustmesonimyourfather9097]

did you even listen to her interview? she had a good childhood and came from a two parent home. she just likes being a sex worker.@@derekwilson6407

[@cjaymiller2279]

Cmon hell yeah great episodes

[@charlene4419]

I've been watching so many different kind of videos on here, strippers/prostitutes/drug addicts, etc. I do find sex work pretty interesting and heard many things I was astonished by. Keep it up and good luck to everyone

[@pedrogonzales9202]

The very last 2 seconds, right after she says "thank you", the look on her face, says it all.

[@teamarsenio332]

What does it say? I'm genuinely asking lol

[@tracytsai1011]

She is a tough gal. And very smart, very articulate. Love this video!

[@neild3163]

Thanks for sharing your story.

[@LarLarLar36]

She seems a genuinely nice person. I’m grateful for hearing these stories but glad that I grew up in a home with 5 sisters and learned how to respect women and girls. I have two daughters and am a better father because of my sisters. I’m personally hurt by the trauma some us men have caused women.

[@saphire9823]

Thank you for being a good man and not contributing to this mess of evil men

[@andiestewart7423]

This is one strong girl! Hope she takes care of herself mentally

[@kevenfinley2809]

Dope interview

[@warrenbfeagins]

The politics of civilian jobs is too much to deal with, but being drugged, assaulted, robbed and almost raped isn't? Make that make sense. Also, sex workers say that men are too 'insecure' to date them. No. Why would a man sign up for a woman who's life is about extracting money from men and never being held accountable for their behavior. That's not a relationship.

[@baublesanddolls]

I agree

[@warrenbfeagins]

@@carolinecheatham1087 And full on brawls in a 'club' with pimps?? I saw an interview with a 20 year old hooker. She was pretty and a former college student. She said the same thing about school....and then talked about being kidnapped and jumping out of the moving car at 45-50 mph which tore skin off her arms and legs. Am I missing something????

[@avejaly8065]

" extracting money fro men " ?? These men go there freely and pay to play.

[@warrenbfeagins]

@@avejaly8065 Sure, but every stripper (3) I've banged (I don't go to strip clubs) has bragged to me about men in general that they've 'finesse' both at or out of the club. That was EXCITING to them. Men in general, are seen as sources of income or something material. Two of them thought I should feel special and one of them told me she thought to herself how much a trick would pay to get what I'm getting for free. I should have felt honored?? They were all shocked, and that same one hurt and insulted that I didn't take them seriously because..............they're paid to take off they're clothes for men and sometimes do a little hoing on the side. No thanks. Just having fun.

[@hustlemami8732]

This makes me so sad. You can see how sad she is. The fact that she can't maintain eye contact shows how much shame she has inside. Wish I could hug her. Wishing her all of the best xxx

[@shimaa7732]

As a member of the Comment Reading Association (CRA), I’m only here to read comments. Please keep the comments short and simple. We do appreciate your typing effort. Also please watch your spelling. Thank you and have a great day!

[@timothyj1962]

Who? By what authority?

[@1486230]

@@timothyj1962 she’s with the CRA! sheesh 🙄

[@bthny7955]

Feeling a little insignificant today?

[@williec.1540]

🤣👍

[@Tikorium]

That was the longest comment, no comment, I have ever read.

[@agentspits]

This girl seems real as hell.

[@getsomepack]

She needs to get involved with the unionization of strippers she would be a good organizer/ leader

[@getsomepack]

@Big White not delusional they just won a union election at a strip club in la my friend

[@getsomepack]

@Big White well I’m telling you i saw on the more perfect union channel on here they had an election to see about unionizing in Los Angeles I understand what you’re saying but i hope the girls get what they want

[@getsomepack]

@Big White and if they would unionize the sleazy owners won’t be so sleazy and the girls would be treated more fairly, sex workers are still human beings and deserve to be treated equally get paid a good wage and better conditions just like everyone else that chooses to either be a union member or organize to be recognized as a union

[@johnasti7429]

Great interview. Salem has an amazing heart. She doesn't know how deeply amazing she is.....

[@whoisharo4689]

I like her simply cause she said she was a skater girl who loved metal. 🤘

[@tonybanannas6612]

But then she also had sugar daddys.... gross

[@plaidsuitcases]

@@tonybanannas6612 don't be ignorant. You have a price too. Everyone does.

[@jen-ms4xo]

@@tonybanannas6612 who cares if she has sugar daddies what's the problem with that 🤔 🤷 I'm sure if you could have a sugar momma you'd love ❤️ it

[@bibibigbombom822]

@@plaidsuitcases not everyone is a hooker, lol.

[@Hisdudeness101]

I think it's great she is trying to teach girls safer ways to navigate things, like it or not it is a business and it has a lot of employees, with new generations all the time. 🤘❤️

[@HandyFox333]

So that one video that was cut off in the middle. Was that apart of the subscription channel or just a mistake?

[@kristannablue]

It’s sad to hear her try to sound important and also have a victim mentality at the same time.

[@ermfine2]

She is a great advocate for sex workers. She’s been in the field long enough to know the dangers & warn other girls.

[@monicabroussard840]

Exactly 💯

[@lisamariealaniz7538]

Truth

[@nicksterp2805]

Wow so strong. Takes courage to do that after a massive assault. You're amazing girl

[@michaelgrober8333]

Great interview, I wish her the best.

[@Momsdailyagenda]

Salem should have her own Podcast.

[@fairlessdave1834]

Having watched scores of these interviews I'm very confused as to why almost every poster has the inclination to over praise the subject. Somehow they always see the most wonderful beautiful person behind the facade and if things had just gone differently they'd be Hilary Clinton or June Cleaver or they are some untapped scholar with doctorate potential. Some people (most) are responsible for their own choices and probably wouldn't welcome all of the excuses you make for them and would in fact be insulted by them as if they are some pliable human being so easily influenced by their past life and surroundings.

[@Mark-gn5rw]

Thank you. Wow. Flawless comment. Finally. Thnx!!

[@fairlessdave1834]

@@Mark-gn5rw thanks Mark. Thought I might be heavily criticized for it actually.

[@kittyboo2121]

I believe about 11% of what she said, not sure why, just not buying it

[@MrBronze71]

Because she full of shit thats why !!!! She hates men, but wants their money 🙄 And tried being a lesbo and that didnt work either. So who is really the problem 🤔

[@sjoelle3335]

She’s a hustler, and a good one at that. Most of the people in the comments section are fooled because they are fawning all over her. I don’t buy it or believe it. You should run from people like her!

[@juliewaclawyj799]

Hi Mark, I love the interviews you do. Salem is definitely a woman who insightful and honest from Julie uk

[@talluptallup76]

If there ever was a union for strippers, Salem should be made president. She really fights for her and others rights.

[@seefeelsixtynine]

stunning woman . the difference between Salem and other sex workers is that Salem is a sober stripper, this allows her to make better decisions and keep safe.

[@monicabroussard840]

Yes absolutely

[@tinawindham6958]

If your parents were in love and you grew up seeing that, I think you grew up rich beyond belief. You were given such a gift in my eyes., my parents hated each other and took it out on me. I would have picked different partners if I had had a healthy role model. You are a pretty young lady and I hope you venture out into something else safer for the rest of your life. Too many crazy, unstable people to deal with . Best of luck to you.,

[@lisamariealaniz7538]

Exactly most of us don't see that

[@susanwildgarden]

What a crone, loving lady that shares her knowledge so that younger girls can be safe. Beautiful soul

[@patricklary81]

She is definitely smart and beautiful. I think her life in sex work has left her jaded and in relationships, she even said it's her first, so she has lost the compassion and empathy needed to understand that her partner has needs and their feelings matter as well. There's no compromise. It's seems like I'm going to do what I want and I don't care how you feel about it. Either accept it or I'm leaving. And the reason that her partners are ok with her work at first is because they have not started caring about her yet. But that is the partners problem, because she was what she was when they met her, so you shouldn't try to change her because now you have feelings. I hope that she eventually finds someone that she cares about enough ,that she willing to sacrifice always putting herself first. I fear until she does, she will continue to lead a lonely life, as far as romantically.

[@wendyWERKKZ]

Or she could find someone who wants to support her work and art as it is (does eventually want her to find her way out) but let’s her be herself and nurtures her. It’s a hard thing to find. But it is out there. Thankfully she knows that being in a relationship isn’t the most important thing it life. As she said, she’s single but she’s not lonely ❤

[@aliciamari85]

If you don't put yourself first who will?

[@patricklary81]

@@aliciamari85 there are many partners that put their loved ones first. If you haven't met that person yet, I urge you to keep looking. Maybe your looking for them in the wrong places. I put my wife and children before myself most of the time. I have to think about how my decisions will affect them. There's nothing wrong with self love but if you truly love and care about the person your with, you think about them first sometimes. That's part of what love is. It makes you want to put them first. In culture today, it's popular to tell women specifically to put themselves first, get all they can get out of a man, don't accept a man who isn't making tons of money, and this thought process, though it sounds good, is no sustainable and is eventually destructive and will collapse in on itself. My wife is probably the most self sacrificing person I have ever met in my life. Most mothers are. But she always puts our children and myself first before her own needs, or desires. As I recognize this, I appreciate it and love her all the more because of this. We have been together 16 years. Since I was 25 and she was 23. Our relationship is not perfect and we have had our ups and downs, but I will never cheat on her or leave her, or be disloyal to her, as long as she continues to do the same. I hope you eventually find the right person for you if you have not already. I assume you haven't as, your question leads me to believe that you haven't. I hope this changes your mind or at least helps you to see another side.

[@patricklary81]

@@wendyWERKKZ she said she was not lonely in life but was love wise. Seems like a lonely place to be. Everyone has a desire to be loved by others. It's human nature. But the problem is the part about finding someone who supports her and nurtures her, that has to be reciprocated in return, and it feels like at this point she is void of that or doesn't want to. At least that's the way it sounded by what she said. I'm not saying I'm right. no one ever speaks perfectly what they mean. But no one will permanently be with someone who doesn't give back what they are receiving. That's what being in a loving and healthy relationship is. It's 50/50

[@patricklary81]

@Marie Baker no it's how you stay lonely and selfish. If you have become so jaded thats how you feel, maybe the problem is not others , maybe you should take a look at yourself

[@BelleTolles]

Such an interesting, together lady. Really enjoyed hearing what she had to say, and it felt real too. As others have said, she'd be great on some kind of social media

[@kaiisrael7653]

Wow! She is powerful, perceptive and kind despite what she has lived through. ❤

[@johnr6676]

Mark have learned alot from your channel. Once a woman works in the sex industry she loses the emotional connection with a sexual relationship. Other sex worker interviews are the same “why am I going to have sex with a partner who gives me headaches when I can get paid for it. Its like waisting my time.” Amazing how a woman loses the emotional bond to a relationship after having had numerous sexual encounters with a huge amount of men were they dont even remember the men.

[@brittanyfinch8597]

I think it would be awesome to do interviews about girls who made it out of this lifestyle and changed their life because this life was not the right way for themselves. I would love too! I have an amazing testimony. I sold myself, danced, drugs but that lead me to homelessness and loosing my daughter….that life wasn’t for me and I completed did a 360! God helped me! Would love to share my story and I wrote a book to help other women whose been and my shoes! Never thought I was worthy and now I have a career, drug free and married. My kids are honor role students! I’m so blessed!

[@917mary]

She’s such an intelligent young lady! I really like her. 🙏🏽❤

[@donnapound1893]

I like Salem Her matter of fact presentation regarding her life experiences feels real. Good luck!

[@nikkistuteville3172]

Love how honest she is & she has her priorities right! Herself first

[@gcandy2594]

This is heartbreaking as a mother of a 19 year old girl

[@wendyh3297]

Smart woman. I have learned so much from watching your videos. I'm ashamed to admit that a year ago I would not have had the courage or understanding to befriend a stripper. Or prostitute. Now, I would have no hesitation whatsoever because I have learned through their stories that we are all alike at the core. I have you to thank for that. Mark. I do have one question which Salem reminded me of and it's "Why the obscenely long fingernails? I've had this question for months. Is it something the customers expect to see? Is it part of the "act" or is it personal vanity for the woman? Are they weapons just in case? Being "vanilla" as I am, I just look at those nails and wonder how the woman even manages her personal life let alone what the job requires of her.

[@baublesanddolls]

@WendyH The extreme long fingernails is a trend right now which I find very unattractive and ridiculous looking. Many young woman wear them. They obviously can't do much with them on, and I find them gross and definitely unhygenic. How can they even wipe their ass with those things on? There's definitely feces under them. I worked with a girl who wore nails like that and once she put her hands in the chip bag or popcorn bowl, the rest of us were done!! 💩🤢🤮

[@anbux5744]

@@baublesanddolls lol😂😂

[@queengoblin]

I'm a former stripper I worked for 8 years. The nails are a status symbol, customers love them, it is part of the persona, and they're pretty :) you just learn to live with them, you use the sides of your fingers to put contacts in and you wipe your butt differently LOL.

[@shadowdancer2131]

What a beautiful woman, strong, independent, gorgeous body. And she cares about the other girls. Made my see life from her perspective and gave me an interesting view about the kind of work she's doing.

[@pointpleasant6708]

Salem is very open about her life and her assessment of this life. Her REAL talent is counseling and helping other new sex workers. However there is no money doing that as an occupation.

[@baublesanddolls]

I honestly don't understand why any female would ever get into this type of work! It baffles me as it's so dangerous. You can work in a nice lounge making hundreds of dollars a night in tips where it's safe and you keep your dignity. I did it for several years when I was younger. To hear her say that she can't accept the lack of respect in the civilian workforce blew my mind after hearing the horror stories that she's been through working as a stripper!!

[@zuzannasymonowicz1752]

perhaps it is some kind of addiction but I think that abuse is behind most of such cases. I have impression that she doesn t tell truth about her family. However being from Mexican community her experience could be totally different, maybe being marginalized is more painful in fact. I dont know.

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[@alexcisneros2980]

She was almost a victim of a slaughterhouse and the police did nothing. 😑