Last Sunday I had a brunch date with the femmes of SXT IT UP. It was the first time we’ve been together outside of work and I must admit I was quite nervous. These women are even hotter in person! I’ve never seen so many men (and angry girlfriends) staring, but after countless cups of coffee and heaps of pancakes, our afternoon rendez-vous was quite fun! We chatted about all things under the sun, from our personal lives to their new roles as TXT-TV hosts ...some things were so risqué I’ve been sworn to secrecy, but here’s what flew under the radar:
How did you get started with TXT-TV?
Cher: Two words: Interviews and auditions. By the fourth interview I didn’t know what I was getting myself into, like, was I applying to become a CIA operative or TV host?
Dom: Yeah, same here. I remember seeing Cher in the lobby during my first interview–she must have been my good luck charm!
Dez: I know a lot of people in the entertainment industry, so a friend told me about the position but it was very confidential. People had no idea where I would run off to for weeks until the first show aired!
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Were your friends shocked to find out you were hosts of a show called SXT IT UP?
(The girls look at each other and laugh)
Dom: My brothers were nervous their friends would find out–they didn’t want them “sexualizing” me. I’m a homebody, so I guess it was kinda shocking, but this job lets me come out of my shell. Plus, I can’t think of a better way to earn money while in still school!
Cher: Man, I wish I had this job when I was in college! My friends don’t quite understand the concept of the show, they just say “Cher’s a TV star” which isn’t anywhere near true, but I don’t feel like explaining for the umpteenth time what my role is.
Dez: My friends thought this was perfect for me. I’m a sexy, social butterfly!
Cher: It might come as a surprise to you, but even though I’m not a big party girl and enjoy being curled up on the couch, this show suits me ‘cuz I’m encouraged to own my sexuality.
You’re all so different, but there’s great chemistry here. Why do you think that is?
Dom: I don’t have any sisters, so they’re like my older sisters.
Cher: Meaning we give her terrible advice about boys.
Dez: ...and girls!
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Some people think that it’s empowering to be open about sex and sexuality, but others disagree. What sets SXT IT UP apart from other TV shows?
Dez: The audience is a major part of the show!
Dom: Yeah, they determine what directions we’ll go in and how far the envelope will be pushed each night.
Dez: You know, there’s nothing wrong with fulfilling your fantasies. In fact, I like it because we become a part of their lives!
Dom: You can’t compare SXT IT UP with other TV shows. They’re all the same and so predictable, whereas SXT IT UP is constantly evolving, thanks to the viewers!
Dez: Oh! And the news is just depressing!
Are you able to have romantic relationships when your job is to sxt and flirt with other people?
Cher: It’s difficult to find somebody in general let alone someone who is comfortable with sharing you, but I’m definitely on the market and dating a few people.
Dom: That’s true. What I like about this job more than working at a bar or wherever is that I have my anonymity. My fantasies and relationships don’t follow me home, unless I want them to.
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Are you saying you haven’t been recognized?
Dom: No, the Dominique that goes to school and plays hockey with her brothers doesn’t have the hair and make-up you see on TV.
Dez: I’ve been recognized a few times, but that’s ‘cuz I’ve modeled here and there for years. They don’t know my name, but men approach me with the “have we met before” line all the time!
What do you hope viewers take away from SXT IT UP?
Dez: I hope they have fun and want to come back for more!
Dom: The playful vibe is key! I love PM’ing because we can take the conversation to a whole other level that can’t be done on TV.
Cher: For some people, SXT IT UP is like foreplay, and we’re happy to help. For others, we form these unique relationships. It all depends on what the viewer is looking for, but I like to think that we’re realizing people’s fantasies and helping them to move one step closer to the person they want to become.
