Celebrating Art, Identity and Empowerment with Kitty Velour
What happens when passion and identity intersect in an art form that defies societal norms?
This week, on the latest episode of “Sexuality and Identity,” host Shireen Ashton converses with Kitty Velour, one of the UK’s top pole dance artists, to explore just that. Kitty, who has captivated audiences with her mesmerising pole dance performances for over 11 years, shares her journey from strip clubs to international stages.
Her love for pole dancing began as an act of personal empowerment, but it quickly became a bold statement against societal taboos. Kitty dives deep into the stigma surrounding pole dancing, challenging the conservative and whitewashed views that have long dictated what is acceptable in the world of art and identity. With her unique perspective on feminism, she reclaims the narrative, arguing that sexuality is not something to be hidden but an integral part of who we are.
As a mixed-race woman excelling in her art form, Kitty’s experience underscores the idea that art is a force for inclusion and empowerment. It doesn’t judge—it embraces. This episode will open your mind to how individuality, creativity, and self-expression can challenge traditional notions of identity.
Join us for an eye-opening conversation that celebrates diversity, dismantles prejudice, and showcases the liberating power of art. Tune in to “Sexuality and Identity” for a powerful discussion on how pole dancing isn’t just a dance—it’s a revolution.
Produced by Global Indian Series for the Global Indian Network.
Script by Rajan Nazran
original idea: Rajan Nazran
Podcast Host: Shireen Ashton
Introduction music: (Sound Title) – by Steven F Allen
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About Kitty Velour
Kitty Velour is a pole dance artist, glittery showgirl and pole dance and floorwork instructor. She is the host of ‘The Pussy Parlour Podcast’.
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