Philippa Tolley and visual journalist Rebekah Parsons-King investigate the current state of the sex industry more than a decade after it was decriminalised under laws nicknamed "the NZ Model."

New Zealand appears to be becoming a destination for prostitutes from overseas even though it's illegal for them to work here.

Philippa Tolley heads out to the red light areas of NZ's main centres to hear the stories of those working from the street.

Why do people decide to try working in the sex industry? And once in, what is it like? Listen to the first in a series of podasts by Philippa Tolley and Rebekah Parsons-King.

Philippa Tolley and Rebekah Parsons-King head inside boutique brothels to speak to the owners and chat with a client to find out more about the business of sex.