This conversation delves into the harrowing realities of human sex trafficking through the personal story of Tina Dixon. It explores her chaotic childhood, the trauma she faced, and her eventual entrapment in the sex trafficking industry, including her experiences with the Dixie Mafia. The discussion highlights the complexities of abuse, control, and survival in a world that often overlooks the victims of such exploitation. This conversation delves into the harrowing experiences of a survivor of sex trafficking, detailing the control exerted by the Dixie Mafia, the brutal realities of life on the circuit, and the long-lasting effects of trauma. The discussion highlights the importance of empowerment through education and the establishment of nonprofits like the Queens of Digital Marketing, which aim to provide survivors with the skills and support needed to rebuild their lives.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Human Sex Trafficking

03:53 Tina's Chaotic Childhood and Early Trauma

10:05 Running Away and Entering the French Quarter

15:59 Life in the Brothel: The Reality of Sex Trafficking

21:53 The Dixie Mafia Connection and Exploitation

27:56 The Cycle of Abuse and Control

29:43 The Dixie Mafia's Control and Drug Management

30:14 Life on the Circuit: A Glimpse into the Brothel Business

32:41 The Circuit: Moving Girls and Managing Clients

34:03 Violence and Trauma: A Personal Account

36:03 Life After Trauma: Marriage and Motherhood

38:53 Returning to the Old Life: The Struggle with Addiction

40:44 The Dark Side of Sex Trafficking: Organized Crime

42:55 Understanding Sex Trafficking: A Survivor's Perspective

45:22 Empowering Survivors: The Queens of Digital Marketing

49:44 Building a Nonprofit: The Journey of the Queens

52:45 The Mission: Saving Lives and Creating Opportunities

human sex trafficking, exploitation, childhood trauma, Dixie Mafia, brothels, Louisiana, abuse, survival, resilience, awareness, Dixie Mafia, sex trafficking, organized crime, survivor stories, drug addiction, brothel business, trauma recovery, nonprofit, empowerment, digital marketing

Here is the main link with a "Sponsor A Survivor" option

https://givebutter.com/X0cAa3

https://givebutter.com/c/QDM-CFC-2025/auction

https://givebutter.com/c/QDM-CFC-2025/auction

Executive Producer: Leah Marie

Sponsors:

AVOCADO

Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com

Save up to 10%

Hormone Harmony

Reduce your menopause symptoms by trying Hormone Harmony.

15% OFF for listeners!

Visit https://www.happymammoth.com and use code rlrc at checkout.

MOOD

Check out Mood and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://mood.com for $30 off your entire purchase – first time buyers only

Check out Mood and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://mood.com

Hailey's CONTACT HUB

https://sites.google.com/realliferealcrime.com/justiceforhaileycontacthub?usp=sharing

LIVE EVENT TICKETS:

bit.ly/rlrcvip

bit.ly/rlrcgeneral

Our Sponsors:
* Check out Effecty and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.effecty.com
* Check out IQbar and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.eatiqbar.com
* Check out Mood and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://mood.com
* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com
* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code RLRC for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.com


Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-life-real-crime/donations

Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy