Paid Companionship: Destigmatizing Intimacy Services (ft. Arik Brückner)

Sexologist Alexa Andre (@sexwithalexa) delves into the world of paid companionship and intimacy with Arik Brückner, CEO and co-founder of CHOICE—a groundbreaking platform designed to provide safe, transparent, and stigma-free services. Arik discusses how CHOICE is redefining an often misunderstood industry, focusing on safety measures like ID verification, behavior guidelines, and post-meeting feedback systems to foster trust between providers and clients. Arik opens up about his entrepreneurial journey, from bootstrapping a SaaS business to its successful exit, to his inspiration for creating CHOICE in Switzerland. We explore the challenges of destigmatizing paid companionship, the ethical considerations involved in building such a platform, and the role of technology in making human connection safer and more accessible.Tune in as we unpack misconceptions about the industry, discuss the importance of open communication, and explore how CHOICE bridges the gap between companionship and meaningful intimacy. If you’re curious about the future of companionship in the digital age, this episode is a must-listen! Topics include: What paid companionship and intimacy really mean- The safety and verification process on CHOICE- Ethical challenges in the intimacy industry Arik’s background and journey to founding CHOICE Destigmatizing conversations about intimacy services How CHOICE is using technology to redefine trust and safety