Madam: Julie Moya & NYC’s Most Famous Brothel

Em Vaughn and Ben Skye•www.madampod.com

Dive into the life of Julie Moya and take a peek behind the velvet curtain of ”Julie’s of NYC,” the legendary and notorious brothel.

Julie reveals the secrets, scandals, and sensational moments that shaped her world in candid conversations with writer/filmmaker Em Vaughn. From her life-threatening encounters with organized crime, to her inspiring efforts to rescue mistreated animals, to her arrest becoming a media circus, to some jaw-dropping stories about her customers and their requests, Julie spills all the juicy details in her own words.

An unfiltered conversation between two generations of sex workers. ”Madam” is a podcast you cannot miss.

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Episodes

When Julie Met Britney...

Text us and tell us what you think of the show This episode features Britney, a sex worker and long time friend of Julie. She offers a nuanced perspective on sex work that counters common stereotypes. • Brittany’s journey and experiences in the sex industry • The complexities of relationships and discretion within sex work • How social media glamorizes the industry while neglecting its realities • The emotional labor involved in providing intimacy to clients • The significance of community and m...

Jan 02, 2025•43 min•Season 1Ep. 7

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Part Two

Text us and tell us what you think of the show In the second part of this two part episode, we hear stories of resilience and heartbreak about the women Julie has worked with over the years as a madam. One of the stories being Heaven, a young woman walking a very similar path with Julie’s former pimp. Julie and Ben also discuss one woman in particular- of whom we will be talking to in the next episode. Shownotes: Stripped By Sia podcast F-cking Sober trailer Follow Us on Twitter Support the S...

Oct 18, 2024•21 min•Season 1Ep. 7

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Part One

Text us and tell us what you think of the show Julie and Em discuss the characters that Julie has come across in her work over the decades. Discussion includes some good characters like her business partners, Lucas, Gigi and Jonathan. But the discussion also includes lots of bad characters like a scamming phone lady and a demanding mob associate. Julie also tells us just how effective a mustache disguise can be when worn during apartment hunting and court cases! Also, featuring Julie’s longtime ...

Aug 29, 2024•24 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Julie’s Arrest: Political Prosecution and Prison Life

Text us and tell us what you think of the show You won’t believe the twists and turns in Julie Moya’s life, especially when it comes to her uncanny, 13-year cycle of arrests in 2005 and 2018. With insights from the Em Vaughn, Julie walks us through the gripping details: being besieged by the FBI, a frantic warning from her son, and a friend’s ill-fated attempt to retrieve a crucial laptop. Facing a staggering 57-count indictment, she shares the legal battles of someone deeply entrenched in the b...

Aug 05, 2024•23 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Dishing about Clients

Text us and tell us what you think of the show Get ready for fantasies, fetishes, and freak experiences. Julie and Em talk about interesting client requests and how they navigated them while preserving their own bodily autonomy. Some stories include water sports, pegging, and necrophilia fantasies. Plus, Julie details some close calls with safety and law enforcement, including a run-in with mafia members disguised as policemen. Support the show...

Jul 12, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Bonus Episode! Illegitimate Beginnings and Secret Fathers

Text us and tell us what you think of the show Every family has skeletons in the closet, and Julie's is no exception. In our first bonus epiosde, you'll hear Julie's candid recount of her quest for connection with a biological father who had a secret life and family. Julie takes us on a journehy from her strict Roman Catholic upbringing to the horseback rides in Kentucky that would forever shape her understanding of family. For more bonus content, subscribe to our Patreon at https://www.patreon....

May 17, 2024•5 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Julie's Origin Story: Child Bride. Teenage Dancer. Witness in Hiding. Drug Lord's Wife. NYC Legend.

Text us and tell us what you think of the show A deep dive into the experiences that made Julie the person she is today. In this conversation with Em, Julie shares stories from her childhood, including stories about her family and being forced into marriage at the age of 13. She explains how she started dancing at Larry Flynt's Hustler Club as a teenager, where she became entangled with a series of murders that eventually led to her entering the witness protection program. She reveals how she me...

May 14, 2024•35 min•Season 1Ep. 3

The Business of Running a Brothel

Text us and tell us what you think of the show In this episode, Em Vaughn and Julie Moya delve deep into the business side of the adult industry, shedding light on its many facets. Drawing from their own experiences, they candidly discuss the pros and cons and share valuable lessons on how they’ve learned to navigate the industry. Link: Acronyms and Abbreviations used in Sex Work . Listen to the Next Episode: Julie Moya's Origin Story Support the show...

Apr 28, 2024•38 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Welcome to Madam!

Text us and tell us what you think of the show Welcome to the first episode of Madam ! Over the next few months we’ll be releasing our series of interviews with Julie Moya, the owner and operator of the legendary brothel, “Julie’s of NYC." Whether you’re an advocate for sex workers’ rights or a seeker of tantalizing tales, we’re thrilled to have you here. For our first episode, we’re offering a taste of the wild ride that is in store for you in the coming weeks. We’ve curated a few provocative, ...

Apr 03, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 1

First episode coming soon!

Text us and tell us what you think of the show Subscribe and listen to "Madam: Julie Moya and NYC's Most Famous Brothel," a new podcast from Em Vaughn and Ben Skye. The first episode releases this Wednesday. More to follow soon! Support the show

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