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ILL REPUTE! on Apple Podcasts
34 episodes Writer and comedian Sovereign Syre teams up with VR innovator and former librarian Ela Darling to chronicle the lives of women and gender nonconformists that got a bad rap. Whether they were pioneers in male dominated fields, criminal masterminds, or just epic sl*ts, we here at ILL REPUTE! support women's rights, but more importantly we support women's wrongs.
From Roswell to Ramtha on Apple Podcasts
Judith Darlene Hampton was born March 16, 1946, which makes her a Pisces and a boomer. In the first part of our series on JZ Knight, we follow her from her humble beginnings in rural New Mexico, the daughter of itenerant cotton pickers to her ascent into comfortable upper middle class existance and the malaise the got her caught up in Pyramid Power. Enjoy this deep dive into the origins of one of the most successful (alleged) cult leaders living today. Sources: J. Z.
Riley Star Featured in 4 Titles, Including 'Super Cute 11' for Hard X
Jul 30, 2020 4:44 PM PDT HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Riley Star is among the featured ingénues in "Super Cute 11" from Hard X. She appears opposite Jax Slayher under the direction of Mason. "She’s only 5’3 and weighs 95 pounds, but don’t let her membership in the 'Under-100 Club' let you think she can’t take on the industry’s biggest guys — she takes Jax with no problem and the cocksman is able to find all of her secret spots," a rep enthused.
Wolf Hudson Pens Candid Essay on Bi Representation in Adult for Men's Health
JC Adams Jul 30, 2020 4:13 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — Wolf Hudson is described as "the king of bisexual porn" in a candid essay the performer penned for MensHeath.com that covers his storied career and advocates for bi representation in adult. "Before I become a porn star, I was living in the Bronx working as a bookkeeper at a button factory. After a merger, the factory laid me off, and I told myself I never want to work for anyone else again," Hudson recalled.
Starlet Lydia Love Launches Official Website
Jul 30, 2020 7:53 AM PDT LOS ANGELES — "Fresh-faced, effervescent, curvy beauty" Lydia Love has launched her official website with a menu of exclusive content. The site will feature "super-hot" solo clips, G/G scenes and serve as "a venue for fans to get closer to the brunette with the big blue eyes through private cam [shows] and even have her whisper sweet nothings on the phone through an exclusive private number," a rep explained. The starlet enthused about the new venture.
The Challenges, Opportunities of Camming While Pregnant
I first started camming in 2016 when my partner and I had lost our business, home, vehicle … everything. I was also 16 weeks pregnant with my second child and needed to find a way to save my family. Finding work as a pregnant woman is nearly impossible. I had tried camming before, but only as a guest on another broadcaster’s channel, so — with a lot of support from my partner — I decided to take the leap and create my own cam account.
Maya Sinstress Interviewed by ThePackie, Reveals 'Slutty Sissy' Contest Winners
Jul 29, 2020 12:19 PM PDT LAS VEGAS — BDSM expert Maya Sinstress was recently interviewed by mainstream site ThePackie, a mainstream site specializing in news, sports and comedy. “Ms. Sinstress recently sat down with Ryan Glover for an informative and entertaining interview,” the rep continued.
Jay Romero Makes SeeHimFuck Debut Opposite Nia Nacci
Jul 29, 2020 4:46 PM PDT HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Jay Romero makes his SeeHimFuck.com debut opposite Nia Nacci in "He Deserved This," now available as a member exclusive. The site produces B/G content focused on the male performer. "She took him places he had never been before, which means this scene has some porn star firsts and fans get to see the real reaction in real time — just as it unfolded for the cameras," a rep enthused.
XBIZ Miami Virtual Show Schedule Announced
LOS ANGELES — XBIZ is pleased to announce the full show schedule for the first-ever virtual edition of XBIZ Miami, presented by Chaturbate, set to deliver an unrivaled worldwide conference program for talent, content creators and webmasters August 24 to 27 via XBIZ.net.
Bianca Burke Stars in New Titles for Naughty America, Hustler
Jul 29, 2020 4:12 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — Bianca Burke stars in two new titles, "Cheating Lesbian MILFs 2" from Hustler and "My First Sex Teacher," a 3D VR experience from Naughty America. “I’m very excited at the prospect of putting out two films right now, while adult film fans are at their peak of entertainment hunger,” Burke said.
Coconu Releases New 'Intimacy Gift Set'
LOS ANGELES — All-natural sexual wellness brand Coconu now has a trio of products in a gift set available. “These lazy summer days are about to get sexier with the help of Coconu — the revolutionary personal lubricant brand that’s the expert with helping you have better sex naturally,” the company said.
Oxballs Launches New B2B Website
CHATSWORTH, Calif. — Oxballs and hunkyjunk have a new online destination for retailers with the launch of its new B2B website, OxballsWholesale.com. “Our new B2B website has everything we do in one easy to use place — product pics, details, categories that are clear, search menus that work,” the company said in an email announcement.
Lance Hart Launches Brand-New Bi Studio
JC Adams Jul 29, 2020 3:36 PM PDT LAS VEGAS — Prolific performer, director and producer Lance Hart, the reigning XBIZ Male Clip Artist of the Year, is "on a mission" with his newest venture: paysite BiFuck.com, featuring "more bi porn made by bi people." The site joins SweetFemdom and ManUpFilms on Hart's Pervout network and launched with six scenes starring new faces alongside members of the filmmaker's repertory company: Lydia Black, Dillon Diaz, Kat Dior, Wolf Hudson, Colby Jansen, Lilith...
Indiana Bones Rebrands Himself as Dan Ferrari
Jul 29, 2020 3:02 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — Adult performer Indiana Bones has announced he is rebranding himself professionally as Dan Ferrari, effective immediately. According to a rep, "He entered quarantine as Indiana Bones and emerges as Dan Ferrari, with a new name and a new look. All of those quarantine workouts have really paid off." Ferrari said his decision was not easy, but that “Indiana Bones” no longer represented the vision for his career.
Mariska is Sultry 'Executive Secretary' for Marc Dorcel
JC Adams Jul 29, 2020 3:12 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — European headliner Mariska and director Franck Vicomte have partnered on "Mariska, Executive Secretary" for Marc Dorcel. The feature, a follow-up to 2017's "My Father's Secretary," is now available in all formats; Wicked Pictures is managing its U.S. distribution. Alyssia Kent, Jessica Portman, Liv Revamped and Lana Roy fill out the cast; male talent includes Kristof Cale, Charlie Dean, Yanick Shaft and Thomas Stone.
Czech Company Netlook Denies 'Casting Couch' Content Charges
PRAGUE — Czech online adult entertainment company Netlook has finally released a statement in connection to the July 13 arrests of owner Martin Stiborek and several employees, charged with “coercing women to have sex on camera,” over content on one of his company's casting-couch themed websites.
Lance Hart Celebrates AltPorn Awards Noms, Including Male Performer of the Year
Jun 24, 2020 7:58 AM PDT LAS VEGAS — Prolific performer, producer and director Lance Hart is celebrating several 2020 AltPorn Awards nominations, including Male Performer of the Year. He clinched the title in 2019. Hart's SweetFemdom.com is also among the contenders for Best AltPorn Membership Site. "Wow, this is awesome. I’d love to win Best Male Performer of the Year again," he enthused. "I’m extremely honored that the AltPorn Awards has also nominated my site, Sweet Femdom.
Dolf Dietrich to Kick Off Squirt.org's Live Cam Series Friday
JC Adams Jun 24, 2020 8:13 AM PDT TORONTO — Squirt.org is tub-thumping the launch of a live cam series toplined by top skin studs from around the world and beginning with Dolf Dietrich. Squirt.org, established in 1999 and operated by Pink Triangle Press, is a "completely uncensored hookup and cruising site for gay, bi and curious men around the world who want to avoid the pitfalls of dating and get right to the sex," a rep explained.
Rose Delight is a Tempting Treat in 'Anal Virtue' for Evil Angel
JC Adams Jun 24, 2020 7:49 AM PDT LOS ANGELES — Filmmaker David Perry returns to Evil Angel with "Anal Virtue," toplined by Rose Delight with Stacy Bloom, Tina Kay and Cherry Kiss. The title, Perry's first for the studio in four years, is available now in all formats. Perry also produced and performed in "Anal Virtue," which he shot in his hometown of Budapest. Male talent includes Vince Carter and Yanick Shaft.
Quantox CEO Filip Karaicic Guests on Podcast 'Adult Site Broker Talk' Today
Jun 24, 2020 7:00 AM PDT PATTAYA, Thailand — Filip Karaicic, CEO of Quantox Technology, is the featured guest on Wednesday's episode of "Adult Site Broker Talk," the recently launched business-oriented podcast from AdultSiteBroker.com. Quantox is "a leading development and outsourcing company in the adult and affiliate industries, [including] web and mobile development, native apps and design," a rep explained.
Max Konnor: CAM4's 1st Male Brand Ambassador Cultivates Intimate Connections
CAM4 turned heads this spring with the announcement of Max Konnor as the platform’s first male ambassador. The fan-favorite performer has parlayed his cam stardom into a thriving career in all-male adult, but hasn’t left behind the platform that introduced him to the world. “We’ve watched Max build his empire and really thrive in the industry,” Program Manager Gwen Coleman explained. “When we were looking for our first male ambassador, he was at the top of our list.
Woodhull Freedom Foundation's Ricci Joy Levy to Guest on 'Sex Tech Connect' Sunday
JC Adams Jun 23, 2020 4:03 PM PDT LOS ANGELES — Ricci Joy Levy, CEO of the Woodhull Freedom Foundation, will appear as a special guest of "Sex Tech Connect" on Sunday, June 28. The teleconferencing event series is organized by the recently formed networking group for the sextech and adult retail industries, and professionals involved with sexuality research, journalism and the arts.
Ember Snow Celebrates 3 Spank Bank Awards Noms
Jun 23, 2020 3:43 PM PDT HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Ember Snow is celebrating her three nominations for the annual Spank Bank Awards, for Asian Empress of the Year, Hand Job Heroine and Royal Majesty of the Stripper Pole. “The dynamic performer continues to see her popularity rise due to her stand-out work in well-received adult videos,” said rep. "I'm completely thrilled with my Spank Bank Awards," said Snow. "To be in consideration for the Asian Empress of the Year category is incredible.
Nalpac Features Wicked Sensual Care During Week 8 of 'F*ck 'COVID-19' Campaign
Jun 23, 2020 2:19 PM PDT FERNDALE, Mich. — Nalpac has teamed up with Wicked Sensual Care for week eight of its F*ck Covid19 Campaign. Fom now through July 22, any customer who spends the designated amount on products from the Wicked Sensual Care Simply Collection will receive 144 Simply packets, as well as testers, POS materials and swag. "We are excited for another week of manufacture retail support,” said Amy Lazzara, Nalpac creative director.
Roxie Rae Reloads Her Clips Sites
Jun 23, 2020 1:45 PM PDT TAMPA, Fla. — Prolific fetish specialist Roxie Rae has uploaded a fresh batch of clips featuring Sydney Paige, Rennadel Ryder, Stefania Mafra, Carissa Montgomery and Rae herself. Rae appears on Best Wedgies, Mafra on Roxie Rae Fetish, Montgomery on Karate Domination and Ryder and Mafra on The Foot Fantasy. To watch the new clips, visit Roxie Rae online. For more from Roxie Rae, follow her on Twitter.
Adreena Winters Celebrates Her 1st AltPorn Awards Nom
Jun 23, 2020 2:00 PM PDT LONDON — Adreena Winters is celebrating her nomination from the AltPorn Awards for Best Solo AltPorn Membership Site for her site adreenawinters.com. It is Winters’ first nomination for an AltPorn award. Fan voting decides the winners of the AltPorn Awards, and Winters is asking her fans around the world, as well as her industry friends, to vote every day here.
Natalie Porkman Returns to SeeHimFuck to Service John Long
Jun 23, 2020 1:08 PM PDT HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Natalie Porkman returns to SeeHimFuck.com to offer Long John his first experience with ass-eating in a new member-exclusive update. SeeHimFuck produces B/G content focused on the male performer. "Natalie can do a lot of things, but does she have any skills that rise above her enthusiastic rimming and ability to take enormous cock? It seems impossible," a rep enthused.
Ela Darling, Epiphany Jones Rep Adult Industry in Cambridge Union Debate
CAMBRIDGE, United Kingdom — The Cambridge Union, a 205-year-old debating society connected to the U.K.’s prestigious Cambridge University, hosted a debate today concerning “Online Pornography.” The debate, framed within the peculiar customs of the Cambridge Union, was scheduled months ago to occur live in Cambridge, but was relocated to Zoom due to COVID-19-related travel and social distancing protocols.
PervCity Relaunches Site With 4K Scenes
Feb 21, 2020 1:05 PM PST LOS ANGELES — PervCity.com just announced a "new and improved" relaunch with many added features, including 34 4K scenes and new anal scenes starring Khloe Kapri, Whitney Wright, Cali Carter and Chanel Grey in Ultra-HD 4K resolution. "I’m confident our fans will be as excited to discover all the upgraded features that the new PervCity.com has to offer," said owner Maestro Claudio.
Will Pounder is Triple Threat With New February Releases
Feb 21, 2020 12:57 PM PST LOS ANGELES — Beefy cocksman Will Pounder stars in three new February releases for MYLF and Hustler Video. MYLF’s kinky new release “Cougars Tamed & Trained" co-stars Cherie DeVille. "Cherie is absolutely gorgeous and an icon in this industry,” Pounder said of the noted MILF performer. “We’ve worked together several times and each time I have to pause to think about how blessed I am.” "My Wife & I Tried Double Penetration," directed by B.
xHamster Finds Women Buy More Adult Content than Men
LOS ANGELES — Women outspend men by a nearly two-to-one margin when purchasing adult content, according to the xHamster Data Center. According to the adult site, of the over 100,000 visitors to the site that agreed to complete a short survey, women spend an average of $129 on adult content per year to men's $66. "These are empowered women who are taking pleasure into their own hands," explained xHamster VP Alex Hawkins.
Charlotte Sartre's NSFW Artistic Collaboration with Rammstein's Singer Unveiled
BERLIN — Rammstein singer Till Lindemann finally unveiled the first results of his ongoing artistic collaboration with cult adult performer Charlotte Sartre, a 7’ 30” music video/pornographic short film to accompany the single “Till the End” by his eclectic side-project Lindemann. Like last week’s “Platz Ein” video, “Till the End” was exclusively premiered via European porn platform Visit-X.net.
Mercedes Carrera Pretrial Date Postponed to May
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif. — A pretrial hearing in the Mercedes Carrera case has been postponed once again. The newly rescheduled date of May 1 pushes the start of the actual trial to sometime before July 1. Carrera's public defender, Joshua Castro, told the judge he was still "in an investigative phase." The hearing was held this morning at the Rancho Cucamonga courthouse. Judge Katrina West of the San Bernardino County Superior Court presided.
Sofi Ryan Stars in 'An Indecent Attorney' Trilogy for PurgatoryX
Feb 14, 2020 3:45 PM PST VENICE, Calif. — "An Indecent Attorney" miniseries trilogy starring Sofi Ryan is now available from PurgatoryX. The series also stars Kenzie Reeves, Addison Lee and Donnie Rock. Ryan first appears in the second episode as Lee's friend, whom she brings along to meet her attorney. "Addison really needs a good defense attorney and since she can’t afford it, Rock makes another indecent proposal — she fucks him for a down payment," notes the promotional tease.
Sovereign Syre, Friends Have 'Sorority Hookup' for VR Bangers
Feb 14, 2020 3:33 PM PST LOS ANGELES — Sovereign Syre, Jessie Saint, Jada Doll and Riley Star pledge themselves to the VR Bangers house with the latest in the company's "Sorority Hookup" series. "Sorority Hookup: Happy Valentine's Day" takes the viewer into the classroom where "nerdy girl" Saint, theater kid Doll, sexy teacher Syre and popular girl Star await for a fiveway romp.
Soft Leather Expands into Lifestyle Brand, Community Outreach
Feb 14, 2020 3:12 PM PST LOS ANGELES — Soft Leather, a group that hosts weekly BDSM parties in warehouses across Los Angeles, is expanding into a lifestyle brand and taking part in community outreach.
Williams Trading Adds 6 New Nasstoys Products
PENNSAUKEN, N.J. — Williams Trading has expanded its range of products from Nasstoys. There are six brands included in the release: Devine Vibes; RealCocks Self-Lubricating; Natural Realskin Hot Cock; Dragonz Tale; Vibes of New York Heat-Up Massagers; and the Anal-Ese collection. "For over 40 years, Nasstoys of New York has dedicated themselves to creating products that meet the needs of every consumer," said a Williams Trading rep.
Shameless Sex Hosts Instagram Valentine's Day Contest
LOS ANGELES — Shameless Sex podcast hosts Amy Baldwin and April Lampert are asking loyal listeners to offer up their best out-of-the-box ideas and plans for their 24-hour Instagram contest, “F*ck (On) Valentine’s Day.” The contest, which inspires both couples and singles to shape their own attitudes and create their own Valentine’s Day joy, is meant to be a defiant U-turn on traditional customs and beliefs.
Shameless Sex Host Instagram Valentine's Day Contest
LOS ANGELES — Shameless Sex podcast hosts Amy Baldwin and April Lampert are asking loyal listeners to offer up their best out-of-the-box ideas and plans for their 24-hour Instagram contest, “F*ck (On) Valentine’s Day.” The contest, which inspires both couples and singles to shape their own attitudes and create their own Valentine’s Day joy, is meant to be a defiant U-turn on traditional customs and beliefs.
Machine Gun Kelly Releases 'Lil Devil' Branded Vibrator
LOS ANGELES — Rapper Machine Gun Kelly has released a new, personally branded vibrator in time for Valentine's Day. The "Lil' Devil" vibrator takes one AA battery and has five speed settings. It's part of a line of merch released in conjunction with Kelly's 2019 album "Hotel Diablo." The waterproof vibrator is 3.9 inches in length and 0.8 inches in width. It costs $40. It's available for pre-orders from Kelly's merch site ahead of a March 6 street date.
Doc Johnson Rolls Out Young M.A Line of Branded Sex Toys
JC Adams Feb 14, 2020 1:14 PM PST NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Doc Johnson is tub-thumping a partnership with Young M.A to create branded pleasure products.
XBIZ Honors Toasts Online Industry Innovators
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — On Tuesday, January 14, during the XBIZ 2020 trade show, leading luminaries of the adult online industry gathered at the Rooftop Panorama Ballroom of the Andaz hotel on the Sunset Strip to celebrate the winners of the XBIZ Exec Awards and select categories from the flagship XBIZ Awards show in a new gala event named the XBIZ Honors.
XBIZ Honors Toast Online Adult Industry's Top Innovators
WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — On Tuesday, January 14, during the XBIZ 2020 trade show, leading luminaries of the adult online industry gathered at the Rooftop Panorama Ballroom of the Andaz hotel on the Sunset Strip to celebrate the winners of the XBIZ Exec Awards and select categories from the flagship XBIZ Awards show in a new gala event named the XBIZ Honors.
Forbes Spotlights Best of 'Extended Reality' for 2019
Drew Fox Jan 23, 2020 2:40 PM PST LOS ANGELES — Ela Darling, performer and marketing director of ViRo Club, one of the foremost names in VR and AR development, has helped Forbes Magazine break down the best of XR, or "extended reality," of 2019. "Perhaps even more than we've seen in recent decades, the adult industry is focused on pushing boundaries and finding a way forward in unexplored territories," Darling told Forbes.
Ela Darling, Forbes Spotlight Best of 'Extended Reality' for 2019
Drew Fox Jan 23, 2020 2:40 PM PST LOS ANGELES — Ela Darling, performer and marketing director of ViRo Club, one of the foremost names in VR and AR development, has helped Forbes Magazine break down the best of XR, or "extended reality," of 2019. "Perhaps even more than we've seen in recent decades, the adult industry is focused on pushing boundaries and finding a way forward in unexplored territories," Darling told Forbes.
Lauren Phillips Trumpets Her 1st TEAs Nomination
Jan 3, 2020 3:00 PM PST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Lauren Phillips is welcoming 2020 with her first career recognition from the Transgender Erotica Awards. The “sexy, statuesque redhead” earned a nomination as Best Non-TS Female Performer. “2019 brought her first trans scenes: for Kink with Kayleigh Coxx, and Evil Angel with Natalie Mars. Both scenes were incredibly hot and showed her fans a new side of Lauren, as well as being acclaimed by critics and loved by her fans around the world,” a rep said.
Seth Gamble Scores 2 XCritic Awards, Including Best Male Performer
Jan 3, 2020 2:52 PM PST LOS ANGELES — Seth Gamble has scored two XCritic Awards for his work in 2019. Gamble won the 2019 awards for Best Male Performer, and Best Actor for his performance in Adult Time's "Perspective." "Thanks to the team at XCritic for honoring me with both the Best Actor and Best Male Performer wins — that’s a pretty big deal," said Gamble.
Fairvilla Announces 'F Awards' Nominees
ORLANDO, Fla. — Today, Fairvilla Stores revealed the nominations for its upcoming inaugural “F Awards.” According to the company, the nominations represent the products that their customers and employees love the most, as reflected through the Fairvilla shopping experience.
Alexis Andrews Gets an Ultimatum in DickDrainers' Latest
Jan 3, 2020 2:46 PM PST LOS ANGELES — Alexis Andrews stars in DickDrainers’ latest scene, “Massive 48-Inch Ass Is Makin’ Way Too Much Noise!” The video, in which a tenant uses her curves to appease her irritated landlord, is now available. "A landlord isn't what Branden thought he would be when he was growing up," explained company rep Richard D. Rainer. "Everyone wants to be a football player or a rapper or a doctor or something like that.
FabScout Pairs With Nonprofit on Free Industry Medical Services
OAKLAND PARK, Fla. — FabScout Entertainment has partnered with nonprofit Midland Cares to offer HIV/STI screening and treatment, PrEP education and related sexual health and wellness services for free to adult industry performers and sex workers. FabScout is a longtime talent agency booking for the gay and bi industry; Midland Cares is an initiative of Midland Medical Center in Broward County, Florida.
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