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Judge Rules
2257 Law
Constitutional
BY RHETT PARDON
Born to Perform PHILADELPHIA — The federal
MANUEL FERRARA statutes that mandate performer
DISCUSSES CAREER record-keeping for

§ 2257
UNDER THE LIGHTS adult entertain-
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are constitutional
under the First Amendment,
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LOS ANGELES — 
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over Measure B on July 11 said
he has concerns with 4th Amend-
ment and prior restraint issues
over the statute.
Special Occasion U.S. District Judge Dean
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Mile High, Gamma Partner to Launch OpenLife Entertainment
M
ONTREAL — Mile
High Media and
Gamma Entertain-
ment have part-
nered to launch
OpenLife Entertainment.
The companies said the
new venture offers adult
consumers high-quality
content over multiple
platforms, including two
networks: OpenLife.com,
for porn star sites, and
MyXXXPass.com for stu-
dio and niche sites.
The partners bring a
combined 30-plus years
of experience to OpenLife
Entertainment. Gamma is
an industry leader in web
technology, while Mile
High Media is a content
specialist with wide rang-
ing distribution in all
other media.
The starting point for
OpenLife came when Mile
High Media and Gamma
Mason Joins OpenLife Entertainment
M
ONTREAL — Adult
filmmaker Mason
has been brought
on as an exclusive
director for Open-
Life Entertainment, the
recently launched joint
venture between Mile
High Media and Gamma
Entertainment.
The director will bring
her talents to two new
studios soon to be an-
nounced. She will direct
high-end erotica with an
emphasis on aesthetics,
romance, and eroticism,
as well as her more styl-
ized form of gonzo that
includes her trademark
DPs, massive facials, and
porn star hardcore firsts.
“I’m ecstatic and grate-
ful for the opportunity
to work alongside Mile
High Media and Gamma
Entertainment in the cre-
ation of O.L. Entertain-
ment’s production depart-
ment,” Mason said.“This
new and exciting venture
provides me the chance
to continue celebrating
female sexuality in its
gonzo form, while deliver-
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Entertainment took over
BlazingBucks.com in col-
laboration with the site’s
partner Mark Schechter.
OpenLife is re-launching
all the popular sites
from the former network,
including Throated.com,
1000Facials.com, Mommy-
BlowsBest.com, and more,
which will be available
through MyXXXPass.com.
OpenLife.com includes
sites from past and pres-
ent stars Bree Olson,
Dylan Ryder, the Lane Sis-
ters, Aaliyah Love, Ashley
Fires, Abbey Brooks, Cas-
sandra Calogera, Devon
Lee, and Hanna Hilton,
with more to come.
Spotlighted Stars
Christy Mack, left, and Mia Malkova are among the performers featured in Mason’s upcoming work.
ing memorable visuals
and intense sexual ex-
changes. I look forward to opportunity to explore
directing the niche driven romance and art direction
products I’m known for,
including star showcases
and a gangbang series.”
She added, “Addition-
Mile High Media Vice
President Jon Blitt sees
the partnership as a way
to take adult content to
the next level.
“We’ve spent a lot
of time developing the
premium-quality, visu-
ally stunning content
now in production for our
new venture,” Blitt said.
“OpenLife is the culmina-
tion of the joint knowledge
and experience between
Gamma and Mile High.
We are implementing a
lot of innovative concepts
utilizing the absolute best
production team and most
sought after talent in the
business. I’m honored to
ally, O.L. Entertainment
is presenting me with the our work and providing
in a way I’ve never done
before.It’s been an incred- for her visual aesthetics,
ibly fulfilling experience
thus far, and I’m looking
call Gamma my
business partner.
Together our suc-
cess is limitless.”
Claude Hyp-
polite, president
of OpenLife En-
tertainment and
part owner of Gamma En-
tertainment, remarked, “I
am so excited for this new
venture between Gamma
and Mile High. With our
combined experience in
web, broadcast, DVD,
and production, we have
the ability to completely
control the quality of our
products and distribution
methods.
“By regularly gathering
feedback from members
about our content, we are
able to quickly adapt to
forward to the fans seeing redefine perceptions of
valuable feedback.”
The award-winning
director is best known
art direction, and gonzo
style. The companies said partner. X
trends in the
type of content
they want us to
deliver, creat-
ing a stronger,
higher quality
product.”
Both net-
works, OpenLife.com and
MyXXXPass.com, will
provide members with
content from the sites’
catalogs, while continually
filming and adding new
content. The companies
said OpenLife will employ
“the best directors and
porn stars in the industry
to arouse, excite, and keep
visitors coming back for
more.”
All content will also be
released via DVD, VOD,
mobile, and cable. X
Mason was also influen-
tial in the creation of the
sensual and passionate
“Club 59” brand.
“I’d like to thank
Elegant Angel for the im-
mense opportunities over
the past seven years and
the incredible performers
I’ve been so fortunate to
work with,” Mason said.
“It’s been an amazing
experience I hope to con-
tinue at O.L. Entertain-
ment with Mile High and
Gamma.”
The companies will dis-
tribute Mason’s content
through DVD, the Inter-
net and broadcast.
“We are extremely
excited to announce Ma-
son’s role in the creation
of O.L. Entertainment’s
production department.
She is an industry icon
whose work has helped
female sexuality. Fans
are going to love what’s
in store from our new
brands, ” said Jon Blitt,
Mile High Media vice
president and OpenLife

Brazzers Signs First Contract Girl Madison Ivy
L
UXEMBOURG —  com and is quite active on her
Brazzers.com has signed
Madison Ivy as its first ex-
clusive female contract star.
The German native will
appear
in Brazz-
ers scenes
and make
cross-brand
appearanc-
es on Twistys.com and Babes.
com, as well as in Digital Play-
ground videos — all Manwin-
owned brands.
Ivy made her adult enter-
tainment debut in 2008 and
has become one of the most
requested stars across all
Manwin products, the stu-
dio said. She has more than
22,000 followers on Brazzers.
L.A. Mayor Signs Amended Porn-Condom Law
L
OS ANGELES — Former
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa
signed the amended Safer
Sex Act on June 25, adding
another chapter to the city’s
porn-condom saga that began
more than three years ago and
predates Measure B.
According to the City Coun-
cil notes, the law will become
effective Aug. 6.
Villaraigosa signed the
original measure in January
2012, more than a year after
it moved along the legislative
Smash to Unveil ‘Bound by Desire Act II’
L
OS ANGELES —  Story Continues
Smash Pictures
has released
“Bound by Desire
Act II: Collared
& Kept Well.”
The second act
continues the story
of dominance and
submission that
started in “Bound by
Desire Act 1: Leap
of Faith” released
earlier this year.
Both are directed by industry
veteran Jim Powers.
“Act II” stars Allie Haze,
Casey Calvert, Chanel Pres-
ton, Teal Conrad, Ryan Driller,
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WHORE’S INK
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VIVID ENTERTAINMENT
SEX IN PUBLIC 14
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The second in to see her engage in whip play, TONIGHT’S GIRLFRIEND 17
the series picks up bondage and sex with one of 44 NAUGHTY AMERICA
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and her best spends her nights being flogged 46 ADAM & EVE
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47 DEVIL’S FILM
Conrad), who have unexpect- Teal who is now discovering CHEER SQUAD SLEEPOVERS 6
edly fallen in love with a pair nothing excites her more than 48 GIRLFRIENDS FILMS
domineering, powerful men a little whipping before sex? AMAZING ASSES 9
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TOP
Marc Dorcel Launches ‘Erotica TV’ Channel
VOD
P
ARIS — Marc Dorcel always very concerned about
has announced the creating original TV chan-
launch of softcore TV nels and new editorial lines;
Adult Empire
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channel, “Erotica TV.” by developing this new TV

MIA
The studio said the channel, we intend to widely
1 ELEGANT ANGEL offering is designed for a spread the ‘made by’ Dorcel
2 BRIDESMAIDS large European audience, both “Eroticism obviously be- quality and diversify today’s
DIGITAL PLAYGROUND
TEACHERS
male and female, providing comes an entertainment market of soft erotic TV chan-
3 DIGITAL PLAYGROUND 24-hour erotic and glamorous appreciated by lots of women nels in Europe.”
4 UNFAITHFUL HOUSEWIFE content. as well as men. The audience’s Erotica TV is the third TV
MARC DORCEL
THE VAMPIRE MISTRESS
From sexy reports and shows expectation for these kinds of channel to be launched by the
5 SPARKS ENTERTAINMENT to soft adult movies, Erotica programs is huge; Marc Dorcel company, after Dorcel TV and
6 MOTHERS & DAUGHTERS TV serves up a slate of mainly therefore has to once again Dorcel XXX, and is already
DIGITAL PLAYGROUND
ANAL GIRLS
European programming. The prove that sexy content can available in the Turkish opera-
7 ELEGANT ANGEL 10-to-15 films broadcast every be high quality and valuable tor D.SMART’s Xtra package.
8 SEX day have been selected from for the public,” CEO Gregory It targets all of the European
WICKED PICTURES
LEX VS. LISA ANN
among the best soft contents of Dorcel said. platforms including cable, sat-
9 EVIL ANGEL the studios’ catalogs. He added, “Marc Dorcel is ellite, IPTV and hotels. X
MASSAGE CREEP 9
10 PORN PROS

AEBN.net
1 REMY LA CROIX 2
ELEGANT ANGEL
Wasteland.com Debuts Digital Magazine
B
MOMMY AND ME 7 OSTON — Colin Rown- venture for Wasteland and
2 FILLY FILMS
IT’S OKAY, SHE’S MY STEP DAUGHTER 13 tree’s Wasteland.com we’re excited to be the first true
3 DEVILS FILM empire has announced BDSM digital magazine cater-
NOBODY’S DAUGHTER its expansion with the ing to the fetish community,”
4 HARD CANDY FILMS
STRAP FOR TEACHER 2 introduction of Wasteland Rowntree said. “We have always
5 EVIL ANGEL Digital Magazine on adult been on the forefront of technol-
MANDINGO MASSACRE 8 newsstand SkinMagz.com. ogy and this marks yet another
6 JULES JORDAN 8
MOTHER HAS A SECRET The company describes the milestone for Wasteland.”
7 TABOO HEAT magazine as the “first-ever ex- Co-publisher RJJ noted that
THE GANG BANG OF BONNIE ROTTEN plicit BDSM digital publication.” the magazine offers BDSM
8 DIGITAL SIN
MORE MEMOIRS OF BAD MOMMIES Rowntree said the advent of aficionados a new tablet and
9 FORBIDDEN FRUIT FILMS tablets and mobile phones have mobile-ready experience in a
EXCHANGE STUDENT 5 vaulted the digital magazine familiar and friendly print-like
10 SWEET SINNER
market into high gear. He package — but with the bells
saw this as an opportunity to and whistles digital publishing
add another digital avenue for delivers.
HotMovies.com Wasteland’s exclusive content “Having on-the-go content
1 LESBIAN STORYTIME THEATER EPISODE 1 distribution. from the leading fetish website
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CHEER SQUAD SLEEPOVERS EPISODE 1
Wasteland digital maga- lets users be entertained with
2 GIRLFRIENDS FILMS zine joins Hustler, Evil Angel, Brand Expansion new content and video with-
3 LESBIAN SEDUCTIONS OLDER/YOUNGER VOL. 40 Penthouse and other top adult Wasteland launches print edition. out having to click through
GIRLFRIENDS FILMS
LESBIAN PSYCHODRAMAS VOLUME 9
companies and publishers who a traditional website. It also
4 GIRLFRIENDS FILMS have added digital publications Wasteland magazine was lets advertisers reach a new
5 TS PLAYGROUND 2 — THE BOYS GET IT on SkinMagz.com. created and is being published generation of fans and consum-
JAY SIN VIDEO
MEMOIRS OF BAD MOMMIES 5
The quarterly hardcore mag- in conjunction with adult pub- ers used to immediate page-
6 FORBIDDEN GRUIT FILMS azine features photo sets (some lishing and production company by-page social media gratifica-
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TANYA TATE’S RUNAWAYS
Wasteland.com proper), videos, cipal RJJ, serves as co-publish- The publication will be pro-
8 FILLY FILMS instructional BDSM features, er and editorial director. moted to Wasteland’s impres-
9 COUPLES BANG THE BABYSITTER #8 fiction, amateurs and more. “This is another exciting sive membership each month. X
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GameLink.com
1 THE CHAMBERMAID
Pink Visual Taps Lela Chavis for Marketing
T
MARC DORCEL
COUPLES SEEKING TEENS 12 UCSON, Ariz. — Lela I’m most eager
2 REALITY JUNKIES Chavis has been appointed to share with
GANGBANGED 6 Pink Visual’s new market- everyone.”
3 ELEGANT ANGEL
SAMANTHA BENTLEY IS FILTHY ing and PR specialist. Pink Vi-
4 HARMONY FILMS Chavis previously mar- sual President
MOTHER-SON SECRETS 2 keted a variety of independent “I’m excited to be here and I Kristin Wynters said, “Lela’s
5 FORBIDDEN FRUITS FILMS
WHORE’S INK musicians and record labels think this is a great fit for both energy has been contagious
6 EVIL ANGEL through her website, The Vinyl myself and the Pink Visual/ and she’s already become an
ROGUE ADVENTURES 38 Scout. She is an Arizona State TopBucks family,” Chavis said. active contributor launching
7 EVIL ANGEL
ANAL CASTING CALLS 2 University grad, with a major “We have a variety of projects promos for JuicyPinkBox and
8 EVIL ANGEL in sociology. happening right now that I’m DMCA Force that we’ve seen
LESBIAN BABYSITTERS 9 “Lela now brings that same thrilled to be a part of. In great results and an increased
9 SWEETHEART VIDEO
MY DAUGHTER’S BOYFRIEND 8 fierce energy to Pink Visual,” particular, our release of the penetration with our social
10 SWEET SINNER the company said in a release. PV Glasses next month is what marketing efforts.” X

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Devils’ Gang Bang
Feature Premieres
M
ONTREAL 
— Gamma
Entertain-
ment’s Fam-
eDollars
affiliate program on
July 16 announced
the launch of Dev-
ilsFilm.com’s first
exclusive premiere
release, “The Devil’s
Gang Bang: Lisa
Ann vs. Chanel
Preston.”
The series pits two
stars against each
other in opposing
gangbang scenarios.
Ann and Preston Devil Made Me…
star in the first vol- Gangbang unveiled.
ume as estranged
sisters who die together in an automobile accident
and discover that their souls have crisscrossed on
their way to the afterlife.
“We couldn’t be more excited about having this
incredible gang bang in the can,” Steve Volponi,
Devil’s Film’s vice president of sales and produc-
tion said. “It’s gonna be a huge hit for us; the big-
gest since our ‘50 Guy Cream Pie’ line.”
The title is also available now on DVD and for
download on DevilsFilm.com.
“We’re very excited for Devil’s Film to start
taking part in our world premiere release model,”
Magalie Rheault, FameDollars director of product
development said. “It’s proven to be a very success-
ful tool for affiliates to promote with and it really
adds another level of value for current members.” X

Walters Challenges
Zoning Board in
Pro Bono Case
BY RHETT PARDON

D
ANVILLE, Va. — 
Lawrence Walters,
the Florida-based
adult entertainment
industry attorney,
has decided to take a case
challenging a local zoning
board on behalf of a Vir-
ginia retailer selling erotic
lingerie, sex toys and porn
DVDs that was shut down
by authorities.
Walters told XBIZ in Legal Battle
July he is taking on the Walters targets zoning board.
case pro bono because
Pittsylvania County’s Board of Zoning Appeals
can’t enforce morality.
“This is a small, mom and pop business that is
being pushed around by a local government using a
facially defective zoning code,” Walters said. “In this
SEE WALTERS, PAGE 118

AUGUST 2013  XBIZ PREMIERE   13

 Biz Beat Video
GameLink Promotes Jeff Dillon to VP of Marketing
S
AN FRANCISCO —  be leading our marketing
GameLink an-
nounced the promo-
tion of veteran Jeff
Dillon to the posi-
tion of vice president of
marketing and business
development.
Dillon will continue
to oversee all business
development and industry
relations for GameLink.
com.
The executive is also
celebrating his 10-year
mark with the company.
“I am very excited to
Pink Visual Leaks ‘PV Glasses’ Debut
L
OS ANGELES —  splash page asks, “What
While some adult com-
panies are scrambling
to figure out how to
get adult content onto
Google Glass, it looks like
Pink Visual has taken
the matter into its own
hands and is about to
release porn-friendly “PV
Glasses.”
Information about the
headset, described as
“3D Virtual Reality video
glasses” was leaked to
Business Insider in July.
“It’s a standalone adult
movie theater for your
face and the market-
ing material says it will
interface with cameras,
mobile devices, tablets,
and computers to bring
a world of potential to
your adult entertainment
options,” Business Insider
SugarDVD Developing Porn Features for Google Glass
N
ORTH HOLLY-
WOOD, Calif. —  woman Rebecca Bolen
SugarDVD is the lat-
est company to jump
on the Google Glass
bandwagon.
In July, the company
said that it plans to de-
velop a new set of features
made specifically for
Google Glass, despite the
porn ban set in place for
the technology.
“While Google Glass
has shut down adult apps,
SugarDVD continues to
reign as the app authority
when it comes to working
around possible limita-
14  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
department,” Dillon said.
He added, “This is great
opportunity to utilize
my industry knowledge
and relationships to take
GameLink to the next
level. I’ve spent the past
10 years striving everyday
to make GameLink a bet-
ter company and market
leader in VOD and ecom-
merce. I never thought I
would be somewhere for
so long, but I love what I
do and the people I work
with. GameLink has the
Tech Move
Pink Visual creates porn-friendly glasses.
reported.
Pink Visual confirmed
the story.
“Once the site is live,
individuals will have the
ability to purchase the PV
tions,” company spokes-
said.
SugarDVD, so far,
has apps on iPad, Play-
station 3, Roku, Xbox
360 and more, and Bo-
len says that it shows it
has “no problem getting
past adult content re-
strictions” on any device.
“SugarDVD is cur-
rently an app, similar
to Netflix, that allows
subscribers to access
unlimited adult movies
for $7.95 a month from
their preferred device,”
Bolen said. “Google Glass,
best team I have ever seen
in my 10 years here and
we are working on some
awesome new projects.”
GameLink noted that it
has made headlines in the
past months with articles
in Business Insider, The
San Franciso Chronicle,
The San Francisco Bay
Guardian, The San Fran-
cisco Weekly as well as
Glasses from there. We
will be releasing a prod-
uct video for PV Glasses
as well,” a Pink Visual
spokesperson said.
She added that the
however, opens up a new
world of possibilities
for the adult space, and
namely, SugarDVD.
“In the SugarDVD app,
users can browse catego-
ries like ‘All Girl,’ ‘Ama-
teur,’ and more instantly.
With Google Glass comes
other news media outlets.
The company contin-
ues to celebrate its 20th
anniversary and said it
will be soon making more
announcements with op-
portunities for its custom-
ers. X
Moving Up
Dillon accepts promotion.
company is not yet sure if
the video will be released
before the site goes live
or if it will be integrated
with the site.
The site’s available
the inevitable influx
of porn shot with the
mobile headset record-
ing device. Google
Glass will allow a
new kind of up close
and personal feel to
the POV genre, as the
porn stars themselves
become the directors,
without the constraints
of being forced to hold a
camera.”
SugarDVD said it is
also developing facial rec-
ognition technology to use
with Google Glass.
“Users see a porn star
they like, and SugarD-
if the hottest porn were
yours to behold, unno-
ticed … anytime?”
But PV Glasses may not
be just for users viewing
porn. Pink Visual hinted
about its POV shooting
potential in the tech press
last year.
And what makes the
announcement more
compelling is that adult
app store MiKandi — that
provides Pink Visual’s
Android app — has just
released a new soft, sexy
“Tits & Glass” app for
Google Glass (after pull-
ing its first adult content
app when Google issued
a strict no-porn policy for
the headset), that could
mean a new ready-made
app for Pink Visual’s PV
Glasses. X
VD’s technology will tell
the user who she is, what
her other movies are,
where to watch them, and
recommend similar con-
tent,” Bolen said. “The
adult company is looking
into using this technol-
ogy for mainstream
actresses as well, so us-
ers can find that perfect
adult actress look alike
for their celebrity crush.
Even though Google has
‘banned’ facial recogni-
tion, it is unenforceable,
especially when reverse
image lookup will be al-
lowed.” X
Adam & Eve Releases
Taormino’s ‘Guide To
Kinky Sex For Couples’
H
ILLSBOR-
OUGH, N. C. 
— Adam & Eve
Pictures has
released the
latest educational
guide, “Kinky Sex
for Couples,” from
writer, sex educa-
tor, speaker, direc-
tor, and radio host
Tristan Taormino.
The four-scene
show-and-tell stars
Asa Akira, Adri-
anna Nicole and
Derrick Pierce in a
three-hour erotic
journey of bondage, How-To DVD
dominance and sub- Taormino releases new guide.
mission, sensation
play, safe words and BDSM.
Taormino discusses how to explore and act out
the viewer’s wildest fantasies. Four couples demon-

Pure Play
strate the terms, definitions and bedroom etiquette
that makes it all work.
The scenes include Lyla and Danny who use
blindfold, candle and vibe before a blow-job. Evan
bosses cougar Adrianna and makes her his sex
kitten. Dominant babe Aiden puts a leash on her
boyfriend.
Akira demonstrates anal sex. Taormino said, “A
vibrator on the clitoris... can transform anal sex
into a...full body experience.”
The film runs for nearly three hours and con-
tains 108 minutes of extras. X

Skin Diamond
Launches Official Site
With Puba
L
OS ANGE-
LES — Skin Dia-
mond, the 2013 XBIZ
Award-winning Best
Supporting Actress,
has launched her official
website through the
Puba network of porn
star sites.
The performer’s site is
SkinDiamondVIP.com.
“At long last and Online Home
after a lot of hard work, Skin Diamond unveils site.
I am very excited about
announcing the launch of SkinDiamondVIP.com,”
Diamond said. “I have had so much fun working
with everyone at Puba on this and we are all anx-
ious to let the fans revel in all of my favorite kinds
of debauchery.”
SkinDiamondVIP.com will feature weekly updates
SEE DIAMOND, PAGE 122

AUGUST 2013  XBIZ PREMIERE   15

 Biz Beat Video
Porn Star Tweet Creators Launch Crowdfunding Site
L
AS VEGAS — The
creators behind Porn-
StarTweet.com have
announced the launch
of their new adult
crowdfunding website,
FanFund.XXX.
Specifically designed for
use within the industry,
FanFund enlists the help
of porn fans to finance
projects ranging from
personal appearances to
big-budget productions.
Contributing fans have
the option to donate to an
existing campaign or col-
lectively raise money with
the goal of jump-starting
a new project. Contribu-
tors are typically given
rewards based on their
monetary contributions.
“Like many startup
companies, we have had
some amazing ideas
over the year but not the
capital to develop them”,
said Pete Housley, CEO of
Porn Star Tweet. “Adult
entertainment has been
swiftly ‘shown the door’ in
the crowdfunding arena
because of the narrow-
minded thinking of com-
panies like Kickstarter.
FanFund.XXX is designed
to kick start newcomers or
provide capital to industry
Girlfriends Films Unveils B. Skow’s ‘Homecoming’
L
OS ANGELES —  they ended up with the
Girlfriends Films has
released the latest boy/
girl feature from direc-
tor B. Skow, “Home-
coming.”
The cast of
“Homecoming”
includes Casey
Calvert (Gloria),
Presley Hart
(Gloria’s Friend),
Jenna J. Ross
(Bitty), Raven
Rockette (Norma),
Steven St. Croix
(Tony), Zoey Holloway
(Cora), Ralph Long
(Jim), and Michael Vegas
(Bradley).
“Homecoming” is an
emotional drama about a
family in turmoil. Tony
and Cora always wanted
the perfect family, but
16  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
veterans to expand and
grow,”
FanFund.XXX is cur-
rently accepting campaign
applications from estab-
lished or would-be porn
stars, directors, produc-
ers, toy manufacturers
and production companies.
Applications are free and
include different options
like “all or nothing” or
“flexible” funding, allow-
ing projects to get off the
ground even if they miss
their target by a small
amount.
The site takes 7 percent
of the money raised by
fully funded projects, in
addition to a 2.9 percent
credit processing fee. “All
or nothing” campaigns
that fall short of their
financial goal are not
charged anything
To commemorate the
kick-off, the first 10 ap-
proved campaigns that re-
ceive full funding will be
only be charged a credit
card processing fee.
“Our $15-billion-a-
year business needs an
infusion of new ideas to
continue to thrive and
we developed and priced
FanFund.XXX to the
benefit of the industry as
one they have: an oldest
daughter who is an adul-
teress, a cross-dressing,
sex-addicted son, and a
youngest daughter
who ponders
breaking off her
engagement to
a wealthy play-
boy because she
questions her
sexual prefer-
ence. When the
kids come home to
visit, it’s a weekend
of simple truths for
the family, and they
find happiness through
honesty and acceptance.
Skow remarked, “The
cast did an amazing job of
bringing their characters
to life. ‘Homecoming’ is
about a family that finds
a whole,” said TJ Little,
NaughtyTweet COO and
leader of the FanFund
project. “If you’re part of
the adult entertainment
industry and looking for
funding, even if it’s $500
to get a plane ticket to
Exxxotica or the entire
budget for film produc-
tion — FanFund.XXX is
a resource that is at your
disposal.”
Porn Star Tweet
launched the first ap-
proved campaign “Restore
the 1962 Porn Star Tweet
Trailer” to renovate the
company’s vehicle and send
it to adult conventions.
Also sourcing is
Streamate cam model
Paige Little’s campaign to
expand her technical infra-
structure to include a new
HD multi-cam function.
Through tight integra-
tion with Porn Star Tweet
and the other 16 sites in
the NaughtyTweetNet-
work, FanFund says it
exposes projects to more
than 750,000 porn con-
sumers who follow the
company on Twitter. X
Engaging the Fans
Porn Star Tweet launches new
venture.
love through acceptance,
so for the message to come
across, it was extremely
important for the cast to
create a strong connection
between each other, as
well as with the audience.
I believe all of them were
extremely successful.”
In August 2012, Girl-
friends Films began a
one-year distribution deal
for productions with boy/
girl sex content directed
by B. Skow. The first title
was the award-nominated
“Voilà,” a modern boy-
meets-girl-meets-girl tale
starring Penny Pax, Veru-
ca James, and Kris Slater,
followed by “Paint,” a
romantic-triangle drama
featuring Dana DeAr-
mond, Chastity Lynn and
Ryan Driller. X
New Feature
B. Skow’s latest is about a family.
 Biz Beat Video

Tasha Reign Signs Distro Deal With Girlfriends Films

BY BOB JOHNSON and I’m looking forward to ated through the deal a dynamite director and
getting even more creative is slated to release in an intelligent producer.

V
ALENCIA, Calif. —  with my movies,” Reign August, with a new We’re happy to distribute
Tasha Reign has said. “Bringing Reign movie scheduled ev- her titles under our ban-
signed a national and Productions to Girlfriends ery other month from ner where we’re sure her
international DVD Films is the perfect pro- Girlfriends Films fans, as well as ours, will
and video-on-demand gression for my projects. thereafter. find her projects a worth-
distribution deal with Girlfriends Films’ brand “Reign Productions’ while purchase.”
Girlfriends Films. of filmmaking, combined high quality and In addition to her
The lesbian-themed with its loyal fan base, is keen eye for creating production studio, Reign
studio will now offer films a great fit with my vision female-centric adult owns and operates her
directed and produced of creating fun, sex-posi- New Pact entertainment is in membership site, Tasha
by Reign’s Studios and tive adult videos.” Reign aligns with GFF. perfect sync with what Reign.com. Her new site
Reign’s Productions. She added that Girl- we offer to our fans,” said CallTasha.com allows
“I’m honored Girl- friends Films’ “mul- have to wait long to see Moose, Girlfriend Films’ fans to speak one-on-one
friends Films selected my tiple VOD accolades” will her films after they debut. vice president. “Tasha is with Reign from any-
titles for their company ensure that fans will not Reign’s first title negoti- an in-demand performer, where in the world. X

AEBN Streams ‘Gia: Lesbian Supermodel’ Exclusively

C
HARLOTTE,
N.C. — AEBN
at press time
began exclusively
streaming Girl
Candy Films’ “Gia:
Lesbian Supermodel”
directed by Nica Noelle.
Raven Rockette stars
as Gia, a free-spirited
model that gets taken
advantage of cut-throat
fashionistas.
The movie description
reads, “Gia was young and
wild but never free from
her secret vulnerability.
As fierce as she was, Gia
of beautiful-but-dam- dangerous quality” she
aged women many needed to bring the tragic
times in her movies but character to life.
this time she’s outdone “I would have never at-
herself,” said Jerry tempted this movie with-
Anders, AEBN vice out Raven and I’m sure
president of sales and anyone who sees “Gia:
made an easy target for marketing. Lesbian Supermodel” will
the broken women who According to Noelle, understand why,” Noelle
wanted to seduce her. Not the project is an hom- said. “She’s a revelation.”
even a photographer’s hot, age to Rockette who The film co-stars Alyssa
bright lights could drive she says has “charisma Branch, Maddy O’Reilly,
out her inner darkness. and natural beauty,” as Samantha Ryan, Sinn
Gia’s beauty was rare and well as a “wild, slightly Sage and Veronica Snow.
edgy, something for the “Gia: Lesbian Super-
fashion world to exploit.” model is now streaming
“Nica Noelle has cap- Raven’s Role on AEBN in HD ahead of
tured the sexual intrigue Rockette plays ‘Gia.’ its official street date. X

Paul Schrader’s ‘The Canyons’ to Premiere in New York

N
EW YORK — “The
Canyons” starring
Lindsay Lohan and
James Deen at press
time was scheduled
to make its U.S. premiere
at Lincoln Center on July
29 as part of “An Evening
With Paul Schrader,” giv-
ing the public an opportu-
nity to witness what the
director calls “cinema for
the post-theatrical era.”
The event was set to
feature a discussion be-
tween Schrader and Kent
Jones, the New York Film
Festival program director,
following the screening.
A poster project for
crowdfunding hope-
fuls, the film grew out of
Kickstarter and garnered
attention for its controver-
sial focal actors: porn star
crossover Deen and Lohan,
a perennial tabloid target.
Schrader recently told
Film Comment Magazine
that Lohan was initially
worried Deen’s conten-
tious presence might
overshadow her own.
“The first read-through,
I looked over at her note-
pad and she was making
a list of other actors who
could play these roles,”
Schrader said in the July/
August issue. “I said,
‘Lindsay, I’m not going to
let you recast this movie.’
She was always wary of
Deen. A little bit because
of the porn thing, but also
her fear was that he would
steal her thunder.”
Bret Easton Ellis’
original script follows the
tribulations of a young
movie producer Christian
(Deen) who makes films to
preserve his trust fund and
his actress girlfriend Tara
(Lohan), who tries to hide
a former love affair. When
Christian discovers Tara’s
secret, the “past unravels
all of their lives, resulting
in deceit, paranoia, cruel
mind games and ulti-
mately violence,” the film’s
Facebook page says.
“‘The Canyons’ is a vi-
sually and tonally precise,
acid-etched horror story of
souls wandering through
a hyper-materialist hell,
with a fearless and, I
think, stunning perfor-
mance by Lindsay Lohan
at its center,” Jones said.
The film is slated for a
general theater release on
August 9 and will be avail-
able on video-on-demand
platforms August 2. X
Big-Screen Debut
Deen stars in ‘The Canyons.’

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 Biz Beat Retail

Good Vibrations Launches Rebranded Sexual Health Workshops

S
AN FRANCISCO —  lege classes, conferences,
Good Vibrations
has announced its
rebranded outreach
program, Good
Vibrations Sexual Health
Outreach Workshops
(GVSHOW).
The company said the
Workshops provide an-
swers to tough questions,
present up-to-date and
accurate sex information,
promote pleasure explora-
tion, and build community
dialogue on topics that are
sometimes fraught with
sexual shame and stig-
matized due to political or
cultural influences.
Hosted by Good Vibra-
tions’ Sex Educator-Sales
and numerous service
organizations as well as
presenting to counselors,
therapists and educators
Associates (SESA) — who She added, “SESAs, from different fields.
are certified through an and our off-site SHOW Each personalized
extensive training pro- Educators, are chosen for retail store tour features
gram led by staff sexologist their comfort level dis- new product information,
Dr. Carol Queen and the cussing sex and their sex Good Vibrations’ company
education team — the pro- ed and community back- history and Q&A sessions.
gram offers in-store tours grounds. Good Vibrations In addition, the SHOW
and off-site workshops. was founded more than 36 tour can host birthdays,
“Good Vibrations SE- years ago specifically to reunions, ladies’ nights
SAs have more experience integrate sexuality knowl- out and bachelorette par-
speaking to people about edge with the shopping ex- ties.
their sexual concerns, in- perience, and we’ve been Visit GoodVibes.com for
terests, and informational an informational resource booking details and rates. X
needs than almost anyone ever since.”
else — including most The company said it Carol Queen
medical doctors,” Queen offers workshops and Good Vibrations sexologist leads
said. provides panelists for col- training.

Eldorado Releases 2013 Supplement Catalog Nalpac Adds

Alfredo Villarreal
B
ROOMFIELD, Colo.  lines from Pipedream, CalEx- ers with this catalog twofer,”
— Eldorado Trading has otics, LELO, Screaming O, Doc Eldorado CEO and founder

released its pleasure
products and lingerie dual
catalog supplements for
2013–2014.
Johnson, Laid, Booty Parlor,
Hott Products, Topco, and more.
They also include lingerie
from Dreamgirl, Rene Rofe, Al-
to Sales Team
Larry Garland said. “These
are the most current catalogs
in the industry packed with
many exciting new products

Eldorado described the new
offering as being “chock full of
the latest products and fash-
ions from the adult industry.”
The latest supplements fea-
ture all new items and product
F
lure, Pink Lip- and unique Eldorado offerings ERNDALE, Mich. — Nalpac
stick, Escante to help strengthen our custom- announces the addition of
and Forplay. ers’ success and profits.” Alfredo Villarreal to its sales
Unique innova- Eldorado said it looks for- team.
tions from Je ward to heating up sales for Villarreal’s experience in the
Joue, Cascade, Rianne S and the next year as the supple- industry is complimented by his
G-Vibe round out the supple- ment hits stores. ability to speak English, Spanish
ment. To order a copy of the and Portuguese.
“Cheers to the Eldorado supplement contact an Eldo- Nalpac said the new sales
crew for creating a double help- rado account manager at (800) professional’s ability to converse
ing of sales tools for our retail- 525-0848. X in three languages now allows the
company to relate to any of the
Spanish and Portuguese-speaking
countries or Americas.

MunkeyBarz Drops Retail Price

“As an adult novelty distributor
we invite you to have a top-notch
customer service experience in a
language that suits you,” Nalpac

T
ORONTO — MunkeyBarz
has dropped the retail
price on its sex belt to $99.
The new price is reflected
online at MunkeyBarz.com
as well as in retail stores.
“We have a fun product and
we wanted to make it a little
more affordable for the consum-
er,” MunkeyBarz CEO Mike
Beadle said. “We have more
fun products on the way, so it’s
important to us that the whole
product line is affordable.”
Munkey Barz is a sex strap said.
device that essentially creates For more information on the com-
handles for the hips, allow- pany’s product line call (800) 837-
ing users’ partners to grip the 5946 or email sales@nalpac.com. X
“bars” and enhance certain
sexual positions. The toy is
available in three sizes. X

Sex Accessory
MunkeyBarz is a wearable
positioning device.

Alfredo Villarreal
Bilingual sales pro joins Nalpac.

20  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013

 Biz Beat Retail

Honey’s Place Introduces BodiSpa to Product Line

S
AN FERNANDO,
Calif. — Honey’s Place
announced the addi-
tion of the BodiSpa
Personal Massagers
to its increasing line of
products.
The BodiSpa packag-
ing has been specifi-
cally designed to reflect
the change of attitude
by women toward toys,
Honey’s Place said.
The creators of BodiSpa perfect for any retailer, ranges between 50 to 122
set out to design a main- whether be an adult shop, degrees.
stream, therapeutic line a novelty store or even a Bodi Spa management
of products rather than a wellness store.” indicated it would work to
line of sex toys, the com- The BodiSpa collec- develop new products for
pany added. tion also includes the the Honey’s Place market
“We’re excited to add Almighty, a personal this coming year, based on
the BodiSpa Massag- massager that has the the feedback Honey’s Place
ers to our inventory,” ability to go from hot to receives from its custom-
said Honey’s Place Pur- cold with the switch of a ers. Retailers interested
chasing Manager Lou An- sagers is sophisticated, button, and thus provides in the BodiSpa Personal
ginone. “The mainstream yet simple and elegant. two different feelings and Massagers may email
packaging for their mas- This type of product is massage functions that sales@honeysplace.com. X

Entrenue Signs Exclusive Distro Deal for ‘Tingle Me’ Panty Vibe
P
HOENIX — Entrenue and soft bullet-shaped purchases. We recommend Wearable Device
announced that it has vibrator that focuses displaying the Tingle Me Tingle Me is a
been named exclusive stimulation directly to the at the point of purchase as disposable pleasure
adult distributor of clitoris. a fun add-on or impulse product.
the new “There is sale.”
Silky Vibra- nothing else The Tingle Me vibrates
tion “Tingle like the Tin- for up to 30 minutes and
Me” panty gle Me on the attaches to the user’s
vibe. market and undergarments with an
Described we are so ex- adhesive strip.
as a discreet, cited to bring Featuring upscale
disposable this cute mini cardboard packaging with
mini mas- vibe to the an oval peek-through
sager, the vibe adult market,” window, Entrenue said
attaches inside Entrenue the product is designed
of a user’s un- President Joe for eye-catching display,
derwear to give ordinary Casella said. optimal shelf appeal and
undergarments a vibrat- He added, “The easy-to- value priced for afford-
ing boost. use and disposable design ability.
The panty vibe can be appeals to both first-time To order the vibe, call
worn anytime, anywhere and experienced users (800) 368-7268, or email
with a heart-shaped base and encourages repeat info@entrenue.com. X

SexToyDistributing.com Launches Revamped Website

H
UNTINGTON
BEACH, Calif. —  categories, larger product
SexToyDistributing.
com has launched the
3.0 version of its site,
adding new user-friendly
features and a fresh look.
The site now includes
an inventory management
system with a live data
feed to keep customers
up-to-date on new and
popular brands.
Updated every 15
minutes, the feed high-
lights current stock levels
to keep client’s websites
and online auctioneers
updated. Should an item
be temporarily out of
stock, SexToyDistributing
says the site will suggest
a selection of related alter-
natives.
“Customer service is
Facelift our number one priority,
Sex toy destination gets online overhaul. so naturally our website
site’s addition of new sub-
images and faster page
load times.
To celebrate the re-
launch, SexToyDistribut-
ing is offering a 10 per-
cent discount on all Icon
Brands products for the
remainder of the month.
revamp revolved around SexToyDistributing.
creating a faster, easier com specializes in niche
and more accurate order- BDSM and fetish brands
ing process,” SexToyDis- like Sportsheets, Fetish
tributing.com Wholesale Fantasy, Kink Industries,
Manager Beth Brown Master Series and Zeus
said. “We’re quite proud Electrosex. Products in-
of our site’s new look and clude restraints, shackles,
functionality and we look penis plugs, deprivation
forward to hearing what hoods, blindfolds, vinyl
our loyal customers think.” and latex bedding; over-
Brown added that sized dildos, crops, whips
SexToyDistributing and floggers. The whole-
clients also can enjoy sale distributor also prof-
more detailed product fers “softer” sex toys from
categorization and better popular adult novelty
search results with the brands. X

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 Biz Beat Pleasure Products
‘Fifty Shades’ Director Named, LoveHoney’s Official Products Thrive
B
IRMINGHAM, U.K.  brated the an-
— News broke last
month that Sam
Taylor-Johnson will
direct the cinematic
adaptation of E.L. James’
erotic novel “Fifty Shades
of Grey,” projected to
release in 2014; the hype
continues to boost BDSM
novelty sales by leaps and
bounds.
Taylor-Johnson was
selected for the highly
sought-after position
despite having previously
produced only one feature-
length title “Nowhere Boy”
about John Lennon’s youth.
LoveHoney, a U.K.-based
novelty company that
debuted the official Fifty
Shades toy collection, cele-
CalExotics Releases Body & Soul Collection
L
OS ANGELES —  tions of vibra-
CalExotics’ entire Body
& Soul Collection of
products is now in stock
and available for order.
Susan Colvin, president
and CEO of California Ex-
otic Novelties, says, “Char-
acterized by body-friendly
designs, stylish packag-
ing, and the most popular
features one could ask
for in pleasure products,
Body & Soul is quickly
becoming one of our most
popular collections.”
There are 13 new items
total. According to the
company, among the most
popular are the Body &
Soul Rechargeable Lover
and the Love Bunny. Both
dual stimulators, they
boast seven intense func-
24  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
Pipedream’s ‘Icicles’ Featured in Women’s Health
C
HATSWORTH,
Calif. — Pipe-
dream Products’
Icicles glass mas-
sagers are fea-
tured in the latest issue of
Women’s Health Maga-
zine that hit newsstands
last month.
The Icicles No. 8 mas-
sager was mentioned in
the magazine’s “Chilling
Mainstream Appeal
Pipedream’s glass line gets spotlighted in women’s magazine.
nouncement
by surveying
customers
about their
opinion of the film.
The survey revealed
that 90 percent of respon-
dents do not want the
book’s sex scenes to be
toned down for the silver
screen. Fans also voted for
their ideal Christian and
Anastasia and chose Ian
Somerhalder and ex-Gilm-
ore Girl Alexis Bledel,
respectively.
The LoveHoney team
believes that sales of their
James-approved products
will only increase as the
mainstream film contin-
ues to trend worldwide.
tion, pulsation
and escalation.
They are USB
rechargeable
with an in-
cluded, magnetic
cord that’s easy
to use.
The Body & Soul Cap-
tivation is a fluttering,
rotating massager de-
signed for foreplay. It has
three speeds and an LED,
push-button control.
Jackie White, vice presi-
dent of sales, says, “Body
& Soul is an absolute
must-stock. The items are
gorgeous, made of body-
safe materials and have all
the bells and whistles one
expects from a company
with a team of all-women
Effect” story’s four tips for
“scorchin’ foreplay with-
out overheating.”
“Demand for the Icicles high-quality erotic glass
Collection has grown by
leaps and bounds since it multiple awards and
was originally released
“The huge interest
around this announcement
shows that ‘Fifty Shades
of Grey’ is still the biggest
name in the business,”
LoveHoney commercial
director Ray Hayes said.
“The recently launched
Fifty Shades of Grey Sen-
sual Care Collection and
the original Fifty Shades
of Grey Pleasure Collec-
tion give retailers the ideal
opportunity to convert this
interest into sales.”
“I’m so excited that
the toys I described in the
books have come to life
product devel-
opers. These
items appeal
to woman and
couples — the
largest pleasure
toy demograph-
ics.”
The Body & Soul
10-Function Transcend
offers a combination of
body massager and vibrat-
ing bullet. The two can be
used together or indepen-
dently. It features 10 func-
tions, a satin finish, and a
push-button controller.
“Body & Soul is a
fast-growing collection
that offers a lot of vari-
ety and versatility,” said
Lupe Martinez, account
manager for California
Exotic Novelties. “Like our
in 2010,”
Pipedream
CEO Nick
Orlandino
said.
He added, “In just a
few years, Pipedream has
set a new standard for
manufacturing, winning
becoming the best-selling
Branding Boost
“Fifty Shades” movie heightens
sales.
and can now be enjoyed
around the world,” James
said about LoveHoney’s
collection.
The Fifty Shades col-
lection features sleek
products done in gray-
slogan states — there is
‘something for everyone.’
The collection looks great
on a wall together. Stores
can take advantage of our
free Visual Merchandising
Plan for this, and other col-
lections, to help them make
a bold impact at retail.”
Also in the line are:
Body & Soul Attraction,
Seduction, Entice, Cher-
ish, Affection, Infatuation,
Inspiration, Passion and
Adore.
The entire selection of
Body & Soul products are
available now from Cali-
fornia Exotic Novelties.
To learn more and to find
the Body & Soul Visual
Merchandising Plan, as
well as other sales tools,
visit CalExotics.com. X
glass toys brand in the
world.”
The company said
information about Icicles
is available in all Pipe-
dream catalog formats
including a new interac-
tive supplement.
Product videos are also
available to download
for in-store or online use
from PDTV. X
scale, with shiny metal
and black matte silicone
accents. Several toys are
adorned with written ref-
erences to the novel.
One vibrator bears
the inscription “Charlie
Tango” in black script, an
homage to the helicopter
that Christian uses to
literally sweep Anastasia
off her feet.
Other novelty com-
panies have reported
an elevated demand for
products given cameos in
the book. Good Vibrations
reported that its sales for
kegel balls have increased
by 1,800 percent since the
novel debuted and fea-
tured the once-relatively-
obscure item. X
Body Friendly
Body & Soul line launches with
13 items.
Burt Silverstein Joins Evolved Novelties
C
HATSWORTH, Calif. —  Transworld News in Cleveland.
Evolved Novelties has
announced the addition of
Burt Silverstein to their
executive sales team.
“Burt’s got that perfect com- marketplace and expanding
bination of big picture thinking our horizons to include other
and one-on-one approachability business sectors as well,” Mar-
that makes him indispens-
able in our industry,” Evolved
Novelties President Greg Alves flexibility and requisite busi-
said. “We’re excited to work
with him on our next big phase tegic shifts we need to cross
of initiatives because we know over to those new markets.”
he has so much to bring to the
table. Plus, he rides a Harley, working with the team at
so we know no one will mess
with him.”
Silverstein began his career from there. I have a feeling it’s The industry vet previously worked for
in adult 30 years ago with
XGEN Presents Bodywand In-Store
Merchandising Display
B
RISTOL, Pa. — XGEN
Products has revealed a
merchandising display
package for the Bodywand
line of personal massagers.
The display kit, contains
all required display equip-
ment and
merchandise,
offers a way
to present the
Bodywand
collection to
customers,
the company
says.
At the heart of each display
package is a slender, organized
display shelf with Bodywand
brand signage. Additionally,
XGEN is providing free testers
of each of the five main fea-
tured items from the Body-
wand family, including the new
Minis, Midnight, Recharge-
able, USB Rechargeable and
the Original Plug-in.
XGEN says it hopes retailers
will find the package pricing as
powerful as the products them-
selves. Besides the free shelf
display and product testers,
the Bodywand display package
TOP
PLEASURE
PRODUCTS
He mostly recently worked a
seven-year stint as a retail
customer relations manager at
Topco.
AdamEve.com
WILD G-SPOT VIBRATOR
“We’re inter- 1 ADAM & EVE
ested in build- 2 ADAM & EVE COUPLE’S ENHANCER RING
ADAM & EVE
ing deeper and WET WABBIT VIBRATOR
more meaning- 3 ADAM & EVE
ful connections 4 A&E BEGINNER’S POWER PUMP
ADAM & EVE
in the retail CRYSTAL JELLIES ANAL STARTER
5 ADAM & EVE
6 BLUE DOLPHIN VIBRATOR
ADAM & EVE
A&E BLUE SWIRL GLASS 4-WAY
keting Director Marcus West 7 ADAM & EVE
said. “Burt has the personal 8 MAGIC MASSAGER
ADAM & EVE
MASTURBATOR LUBE
ness sense to identify the stra- 9 ADAM & EVE
10 SUPER HEAD HONCHO MASTURBATOR
ADAM & EVE
“I’m looking forward to
Evolved,” Silverstein said.
“Then we’ll create our strategy Burt Silverstein
HustlerHollywood.com
ID GLIDE LUBRICANT
1 I-D
going to be a great fit.” X PLEASURE BULLETZ — ASSORTED COLORED
Topco. 2 PIPEDREAM
ALL TIME PUSSY PLEASER
3 CALIFORNIA EXOTIC NOVELTIES
G-SPOT SLIMLINE VIBRATOR
4 BLUSH NOVELTIES
5
6
ID PLEASURE LUBRICANT
I-D
WET ORIGINAL
WET
7
8
STAY HARD DONUT ERECTION RINGS — 3 PACK
BLUSH NOVELTIES
SASHA GREY CREAM PIE PUSSY
DOC JOHNSON
BJ BLAST
includes 24 Mini Bodywands 9 PIPEDREAM
(12 pastel, 12 neon), 10 USB HITACHI MAGIC WAND
10 HITACHI
Rechargeables, 6 Recharge-
able Bodywands, six Midnight
Bodywands, four Bodywand
Attachments, and 16 Original Drugstore.com
Plug-in Bodywands, available 1 K-Y JELLY, PERSONAL LUBRICANT
K-Y
for $1,500. LIQUID SILK — SENSUAL LUBRICANT
“This is 2 LIQUID SILK
the perfect 3 TROJAN — SENSITIVITY BARESKIN PREMIUM LATEX CONDOMS
TROJAN
package for ASTROGLIDE PERSONAL LUBRICANT
any retailer, 4 ASTROGLIDE
whether or 5 DUREX — LUBRICATED LATEX CONDOMS EXTRA SENSITIVE
DUREX
not they’re TROJAN — NON-LUBRICATED LATEX CONDOMS
new to the 6 TROJAN
Bodywand family,” XGEN 7 K-Y — PERSONAL LUBRICANT JELLY
K-Y
President Andy Green said. LUVENA — PREBIOTIC VAGINAL MOISTURIZER
“We put a lot of thought into 8 LUVENA
this display, and I’m certain it 9 CALIFORNIA EXOTIC NOVELTIES — BUTTERFLY KISS MASSAGER
CALIFORNIA EXOTIC NOVELTIES
will help our customers in- REPHRESH — PH BALANCING VAGINAL GEL
crease their Bodywand sales.” 10 REPHRESH
XGEN manufactures and
distributes the Bodywand
family of personal massagers
and accessories. Interested Amazon.com
TRINITY VIBES PINK WATERPROOF RABBIT VIBRATOR
retailers can contact an XGEN 1 TRINITY VIBES
representative, email sales@ CALIFORNIA EXOTICS “NEW” BUTTERFLY KISS
xgenproducts.com , visit 2 CALIFORNIA EXOTIC NOVELTIES
XGENProducts.com, or call BERMAN CENTER ATHENA WATERPROOF MINI MASSAGER
3 BERMAN CENTER
(877) 450-9436. X DOC JOHNSON LUCID DREAM 14 MULTI SPEED WATERPROOF G-SPOT VIBRATOR
4 DOC JOHNSON
HITACHI MAGIC WAND MASSAGER INCLUDING 2 ATTACHMENTS
Presenting Bodywand 5 HITACHI
XGEN releases new in-store display. CALIFORNIA EXOTICS WATERPROOF DELIGHTS BLUE JELLY
6 CALIFORNIA EXOTIC NOVELTIES
CALIFORNIA EXOTICS WATERPROOF JACK RABBIT WITH FLOATING BEADS
7 CALIFORNIA EXOTIC NOVELTIES
DOC JOHNSON THE ORIGINAL POCKET ROCKER 4-INCH IVORY VIBRATOR
8 DOC JOHNSON
G-SPOT WAND ATTACHMENT
9 TRINITY VIBES
TRINITY VIBRATING SILVER EGG
10 TRINITY VIBES
AUGUST 2013  XBIZ PREMIERE   25
 Biz Beat Pleasure Products
Fun Factory Unveils Stronic Zwei, 1st Unisex Pulsator
B
URBANK, Calif. —  utilizes in-house
German manufac-
turer Fun Factory
launched its first-ev-
er unisex “pulsator,”
the Stronic Zwei, at the
2013 ANME show.
The company is ada-
mant that the Stronic
Zwei is an “alternative” to
traditional vibrators and
26  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
CEO Frederic the vagina,” said Carol not fluent in German)
developed “drive Walme said. He Queen of Good Vibrations. differs from its prede-
technology” says that the “Within the vagina, the cessor (Stronic Eins) in
that delivers only way to tru- nerves mostly respond structure only. The Zwei
pulsations in ly understand to pressure, motion and has a flat base designed
lieu of vibra- its functionality fullness. This makes the to achieve two things: to
tions. is to see it in thrusting Stronic a really stop the toy from going
“I cannot stress action. good technology for inter- too far inside the anal
enough that Stronic “Most of the nerve nal stimulation.” tract; and to stimulate the
is not a vibrator, it’s a endings that appreci- The Stronic Zwei clitoris, if used vaginally.
pulsator,” Fun Factory ate vibration are outside (Stronic “Two” for those This dual-action silicone
addition makes the
toy applicable and
safe both men and
women.
Marketing Director
Emilie Rosan added
that the device has a
rounded tip designed
to deliver targeted
jolts to either the
prostate or the G-spot
as it pulsates back
and forth inside the
user.
“Pulsators are
changing the way we
masturbate,” Rosan
said. “Their back
and forth motion is
impossible to replicate
using the turbine
motors found in any
existing vibrators.”
Fun Factory is now
shipping the product. X
His and Hers
Fun Factory’s new pulsator
is unisex.
 Biz Beat Pleasure Products

The Screaming O Revamps ‘Ovation Intimacy Kit’

L
OS ANGELES — The Screaming O
has announced a revamped Ovation
Intimacy Kit.
The product opens like a book to
reveal two convenient all-in-one kits
separated with an easy-tear perforation.
Inside each kit are one lubricated condom,
one water-based lubricant packet, one
warming lubricant packet, a cleansing
towelette, a sweet mint and the Scream-
ing O Vibrating Ring.
“We revamped the Ovation Intimacy
Kit to give couples a fun and convenient
way to add some romance and a little sexy
vibration to their love lives,” The Scream-
ing O representative Conde Aumann said.
She added, “With a condom, lube,
mint, towelette and especially our fa-
mous Screaming O Vibrating Ring men
and women have the power to turn any
ordinary evening into a night to remem-
ber — and once the first kit is used, there’s
another ready to go.”
The Kit is portable for romantic get-
aways or sexy stay-cations, the company
said, with two packs in one so “couples
can have twice the fun with just one
purchase.”
Contact a Screaming O distributor for
order details or email conde@thescream- All-In-One Kit
ingo.com for more information. X Screaming O’s Ovation kit features a condom, lube, towelette, a mint and a Screaming O Vibrating Ring.

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 Biz Beat Pleasure Products
Paradise Marketing Debuts ‘Tantalize’ Massage Lotions
V
ISTA, Calif. — Para-
dise Marketing an-
nounced that it is the
exclusive source for
the “Tantalize” line
of massage lotions.
Developed by Biofilm,
the makers of Astroglide
lubricants, Tantalize is
infused with a combina-
tion of pheromones and
34  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
consistency and L-citrulline, Tanta- ing manager Suzanne
that glides lize helps transform relax- Kongkeo said. “So we
on the skin- ing massage into exciting added proven aphrodisiacs
like silk. foreplay. and pheromones to rev the
The com- “Consumer research sex drives of both part-
pany said showed that massage is ners to ensure a mutually
natural aphrodisiacs. The with infusions of phero- one of the most enjoyed satisfying experience.”
lotions are the first of mones including androste- pre-sex activities, but for A full marketing pro-
their kind to emulsify sili- none and estratetraenol, some couples it can be a gram that includes nation-
cone, oil, wax and water to and aphrodisiacs such as little too relaxing,” Biofilm al advertising supports
create a uniquely refined jasmine, horny goat weed senior sales and market- the Tantalize line along
with a comprehensive
social media plan to
promote the use of
these personal mas-
sage products among
key demographics.
Matching full-color
posters and window
clings are available to
adult retailers upon
request.
“Tantalize is the
only product on the
market made for
exhilarating couples
massage — we’ve
never seen a massage
lotion that combines
skin-soothing oils
with naturally occur-
ring aphrodisiacs and
pheromones,” Para-
dise Marketing CEO
Dennis Paradise said.
“This is an impres-
sively effective debut
from Biofilm and will
without a doubt be
one of our hot summer
products.”
Tantalize is avail-
able in 3-ounce tubes
with a flip-top cap for
one-handed dispens-
ing.
To order the prod-
uct, email tmcgowan@
paradisemarketing.
com or visit Paradis-
eMarketing.com for
more information. X
Pheromone-Infused
Astroglide’s new massage
lotions are also attractant.
 Biz Beat Pleasure Products

California Exotic Novelties Grows

Love Rider Collection
L
OS ANGELES —  quality Love Rider prod-
California Exotic Nov-
elties has expanded its
Love Rider
harness and
strap-on collec-
tion with the ad-
dition of several
new products.
“The prod-
ucts are made
to merchandise
well together, making it
easy for retailers to dress
a wall in their harness
section,” Cal Exotics CEO
Susan Colvin said. “Now
there are even more high-
for solo play.
ucts to choose from.” Other new products in
One of the new products the line include the Love
is the Beaded Rider Hipster Harness,
Dual Penetra- Universal Power Sup-
tor, a strap-on port Harness and the
that hooks onto 7-function silicone Lover’s
the penis or a Thong.
dildo and can “There are so many
be worn during exciting new toys in the
sex and accom- collection,” said Jackie
modate double White, vice president of
penetration. sales. “It’s the perfect
The 7-function sili- example of a line that is
cone Butterfly Bliss is a intended to be merchan-
strap-on butterfly-shaped dised together to increase Beaded Dual Penetrator
vibrator that is designed up-sell and after-market Love Rider strap-on design is for
to be worn during sex or sales.” X double penetration.

Pipedream Releases New Neon Vibes

C
HATSWORTH, Calif.  the Neon Lil’ Gems. The
— Pipedream has
unveiled 12 new ad-
ditions to the Neon
collection of
vibrators.
The entry-
level collection is
phthalate-free,
perfect for beginners, and
comes in bright, colorful
packaging designed to
shine in any retail envi-
ronment.
The Neon Gems feature
lifelike textures recogniz-
able from its sister vibes,
slender PVC vibes feature
an easy-access multi-
speed dial at the base that
controls whisper-quiet
vibrations.
“You’ll hit all the right
spots with ease using
the Neon Finger Fun
Vibe,” the company said.
“A stretchy ring at the
base wraps around your
finger, allowing you to
bask in the intimacy of
you or your partner’s
touch. Don’t let its small
size fool you,
because this G-
spot stimulator
packs plenty of
pulsating power.
It even includes free bat-
teries!”
Both additions are
available in the tradition-
al Neon color palette of
pink, purple, blue, green,
yellow and orange. Totally
waterproof, they can be
taken to the shower or hot
tub to turn bath time into
playtime.
View the complete list
of Pipedream’s latest new
galley. For customers who
haven’t already received
them, all Pipedream
catalogs are available by
request from a distributor.
Online catalogs are avail-
able in multiple formats,
including the Neon PDF.
Product videos are also
available to download for
in-store or online use from
PDTV. X

Colorful Collection
Pipedream’s Neon collection gets 12 new additions.

We-Vibe Launches ‘The We-Book of Delights’

O
TTAWA — We-Vibe
launches “The We-
Book of Delights,” a
new guide to discov-
ering sexual plea-
sures.
The 56-page
book — “a market-
ing marvel” — il-
lustrates ideas
for sexual play,
both solo and shared. The
free POS booklet offers “a
warm, playful and invit-
ing approach to exploring
sensuality and enhancing
stimulation with We-Vibe
products,” the company
said. “The We-Book of Dr. Marty Klein, author
Delights” is available in of seven books on sex
packs of 25, with a holder,
and relationships, includ-
from authorized We-Vibe ing “Sexual Intelligence:
distributors. What We Really Want
From Sex — And
How to Get It.”
Additional
new content
includes tips on
introducing a
An enriched and vibrator into a relation-
expanded version of the ship, and communicating
“We-Vibe 3 Playbook,” sexual wants and needs.
“The We-Book of Delights” It also includes myth-
includes expert guidance busters about vibrators
by leading sex therapist including answers to
and marriage counselor common questions and
misconceptions such as
“Will I like it too much?”
and playful games to get
couples in the mood. The
entire book is filled with
water-color and hand-
drawn illustrations.
We-Vibe retailers can
order “The We-Book” now
from their authorized dis-
tributor. Direct partners
can order them on the
We-Vibe Partner Center
at we-vibe.com/partners.
“The We-Book” is current-
ly available in English;
additional languages are Instruction Guide
coming in fall 2013. X We-Vibe’s new book offers tips.

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 Biz Beat Gay
Raging Stallion Signs Boomer Banks
S
AN FRANCISCO —  in the upcoming
Raging Stallion
Studios has signed
an exclusive long-
term contract with
Boomer Banks, who “has
the biggest dick in porn
today,” Falcon and Raging
Stallion President Chris
Ward says.
Ward says that Banks’
penis is more than 10
inches long.
The openly gay fashion
designer and NYC party
promoter was initially
brought in by director
Steve Cruz to shoot his
debut porn performance
Falcon, Raging Stallion Launch Merged Blog
S
AN FRANCISCO —  All-in-One
Falcon and Raging
Stallion Studios have
merged their blogs,
refreshing the look,
expanding content and of-
fering banner advertising.
The official blog of
Falcon Studios & Raging
Stallion Studios can be
found at blog.falconstu-
dios.com, and offers free
action galleries, model
news, studio news and
new release information
in a modern layout that
the studio says is easier to
navigate and read.
The studio has also
incorporated banner
38  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
feature “Tim-
berwolves.”
After check-
ing out the foot-
age and the photos from
the set, Ward initiated
talks with Banks to sign
with the studio.
“Boomer has the big-
gest dick in porn today,
hands down,” Ward said.
“And even more impres-
sive is that Boomer is the
entire package: sexy Latin
features, hot tattoos, a
great body and an amaz-
ing performer.
“I’m so excited to intro-
Falcon, Raging Stallion Sign Donnie Dean
S
AN FRANCISCO —  “Donnie Dean
Raging Stallion and
Falcon Studios an-
nounced it has signed
an exclusive, long-
term contract with gay
porn newcomer Donnie
Dean.
Company president
Chris Ward said he “took
immediate notice” of the
nascent performer when
he showed to shoot Hard
Friction’s “Throb.”
Contract Guy
Dean agrees to deal.
advertising opportunities,
and has plans to expand
the content in the coming
months to include new
special features as well as
free video.
The blog is closely
linked to HUNT Ezine,
serving as the destination
duce Boomer to gay porn
fans everywhere. He is not
only a dynamic performer
with one of the biggest
dicks I have ever seen,
he’s an intelligent and tal-
ented man who we hope to
work with for many, many
years to come.” X
Ready for Action
Banks becomes exclusive with
Raging Stallion.
is a pleasure
to be around,
and he has the
potential to take
the gay adult
market by storm,”
Ward said. “He’s an
impressive man with a
laundry list of attributes
he shares with the hot-
test stars who have ever
worked for our studios.
When I saw the footage
of the exceptional perfor-
mance that he delivered,
we started the conversa-
for most of the content
links in the studios’ bi-
weekly electronic maga-
zine. The studio said that
updates to the site were
made in an effort to give
blog visitors and HUNT
readers “a more enjoyable
experience.”
tion with him
about becoming
our newest ex-
clusive.”
Primarily
a bottom per-
former, Dean will
mostly appear in
Raging Stallion produc-
tions, the companies said.
“Being fairly new in the
business, it’s an extreme
honor to be offered an ex-
clusive contract with Rag-
ing Stallion and Falcon
Studios,” Dean said. “I
was happy to accept their
Studios join blog forces.
“When we started look-
ing at options to revamp
and merge our blogs, we
always kept our amazing
gay porn fans in mind,”
said Toby J. Morris, mar-
keting director for Falcon/
Raging Stallion Studios.
“We put all the focus on
creating a new blog that
would feature our award-
winning content, make it
easier for our fans to find
what they’re looking for
and give them the best ex-
perience once they found
it. I am confident that
offer because it’s the best
studio to work for, with a
great staff and amazing
directors.”
Dean’s first scene
“Throb” is currently avail-
able in the Hard friction
release. His second film
“Monster’s Banghole” is
also now available.
Other DVDs featur-
ing the freshly-minted
exclusive include Falcon’s
“Musclebound,” which was
released July 8 and Hard
Friction’s “Magnetism,”
releasing Aug. 2. X
we’ve achieved all these
goals with the relaunch
and merging of the blogs.”
Chris Ward, president
of Falcon/Raging Stallion,
added, “I am so pleased
with how the new, merged
blog showcases the work
of our talented direc-
tors, producers, artists,
writers and models, as
well as news about all of
our partners and team
members. We’re poised to
continue expanding the
blog’s content, offer more
advertising opportunities,
and give our audience a
way to see all the amazing
products we offer.” X
Joey Vierra Joins Jet Set Men as
Director of Casting and Marketing
N
ORTH HOLLYWOOD,
Calif. — Joey Vierra has
joined Jet Set Men as the
new director of casting
and marketing, where he
will be responsible for oversee-
ing all casting, social media
and public relation aspects of
Jet Set and their respective
brands.
Prior to joining Jet Set Men,
Vierra worked for Men.com
director Leslie Borodi at Relief
Studios. There Vierra designed
and built sets, wrote scripts,
assisted with casting and
recruiting and exercised his
camera skills.
Falcon’s ‘Musclebound’ Streets
S
AN FRANCISCO —  Donnie Dean.”
Falcon Studios has
released its newest full-
length feature “Muscle-
bound,” directed by Steve
Cruz.
“Musclebound” stars Ryan
Rose, Donnie Dean, Trenton
Ducati, Jimmy Durano, Angel
Rock, J.R. Bronson, Mike An-
ders and Angelo as gym rats
who burn calories in unconven-
tional ways between reps.
“Forget the steam room,
these ‘Musclebound’ men get
each other so horned up in the
gym they get right to sensa-
tional, beefy action,” said Chris
Ward, Falcon and Raging Stal-
lion president. “Fans will see
why we signed new exclusive
Raging Stallion Presents ‘Hole 1’
S
AN FRAN-
CISCO —  where you’re never quite sure
Falcon and
Raging Stal-
lion Studios
have released the
first installment of
their newest fea-
ture, “Hole 1,” now
available in stores
and online.
Tony Dimarco
and Adam Killian
teamed up as co-
directors to create
a bleak, neo-futuristic world
in which men are imprisoned
and deprived of all amenities
except one: a fellow inmate to
fulfill their sexual fantasies.
Key Role
Vierra on board with Jet Set.
“I feel very fortunate that
during my time with Men.com/
Relief Studios I was given a lot
of responsibility,” Vierra said.
“I got to work around some
big names in porn like Topher
DiMaggio and Landon Con-
rad and learn from some very
Ducati and Rose kick off the
feature by taking their trainer/
trainee relationship to a new
level; Dean bottoms for Rock in
a aerobic romp; and the others
couple muscles in additional
hardcore scenes.
“Everything aligned per-
fectly during the shooting
of ‘Musclebound,’ Cruz said.
“Each of the performances are
stellar. Ryan Rose and Tren-
ton Ducati gave me one of the
best scenes I’ve ever had the
pleasure to direct” X
New Release
Ducati stars in “Musclebound.”
Future Shock
‘Hole’ features DiMarco,
Killian.
Each cell is outfit- “Our goal is to leave the viewer
ted with closed-
circuit monitors,
allowing all the
prisoners tune in
to the “prime time” ing for — the intensity and the
action.
Josh West stars the fans.”
as the master of
the domain, who
sits back and
strokes his cock while watch-
ing the sexual havoc unfold
from the comfort of his seclud-
ed room.
“With ‘Hole 1’ and ‘Hole 2,’
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Industry Leaders Examine
Game-Changing Technologies

AUGUST 2013  XBIZ PREMIERE   41

Technology:
Porn Films’
Secret
Formula
Directors, Studio Execs
Stay on Cutting Edge

L
BY BOB JOHNSON
ike the old song says, “kicks just keep
getting harder to find.” And no where is that
more true than in creating porn productions
that can satisfy a generation of Internet view-
ers who have been oversaturated with every
type of adult content imaginable.
Producers and directors are well aware
that there are just so many positions, scenes,
combinations — and even extreme scenarios — 
that can be put on film and video.
So as always, the porn business has grasped what’s traditionally
been its saving grace — adapting the latest technology way ahead of
the curve.
Although embracing some tried-and-true developments like CGI
special effects, high-definition using the latest cameras, and pump-
ing up the use of 3D technology has helped, the advent of more mo-
bile porn-on-the-go delivery methods is again forcing pornographers
to find more exciting ways to create their productions for tech-savvy
consumers who want more than just standard porn.
There’s hope that new devices like Google Glass and advanced
haptic technology where the user/viewer becomes part of the action
will boost the porn market, but most are still in their infancy (and
porn-restricted in some cases), so it’s up to the creators to give the
fans what they want — and that means different.
One of the most progressive and well-known adult directors, Axel
Braun, who has created popular parodies involving legendary comic
book heroes Superman, Iron Man, Batman and more, has used just
about all of mainstream Hollywood’s state-of-the-art technology
available. But although he embraces new tech, he says the impor-
tant thing is the skill that’s used in implementing technology rather
than the tech itself.
“Every new tool has its strengths, limitations and quirks,” Braun
says. “It’s knowing how to play to those strengths and turn the
limitations into advantages that differentiates the work we do.”
When the director does embrace the tech — old and new — he
makes sure it really works. “In the past two years, we’ve made the
move onto cameras with full-sized, super 35mm imaging sensors vs.
the smaller chips we were limited to in the past. We’ve also commit-
ted to shooting with better glass, and short-flange camera bodies
that allow the use of lens adapters to give us a wider selection of
lenses for different looks, all while maintaining very shallow depth
of field.
“The advances in CG software engines like Lightwave and 3DS
Max have given us a whole new set of toys to play with in the post-
production side as well,” he says.
But adopting newer and more helpful technology’s not always
easy. Braun says it has largely helped. But there’s always a slight
learning curve, like the challenge of keeping up with delivery
networks that aren’t matching increasingly large, movie file sizes.
“We’re back to the point where my editors or my FX artists have to
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physically deliver drives because it simply isn’t feasible to transfer
files any other way. And hardware is another issue. ‘Moore’s Law’
doesn’t seem to apply to render times. I nearly missed deliver-
ing ‘Man of Steel XXX’ on its due date because I was waiting for
renders,” Braun explains.
Kink.com CEO Peter Acworth is also concerned about post-pro-
duction and says his company is streamlining the editing process by
moving to a new hardware-encoding platform. Kink is also moving
its Content Delivery Network (CDN) and has been “doing clean-up
work on its databases.”
Braun likes to follow mainstream’s lead when it comes to editing
but says the technology has largely grown stagnant. There are new
plug-ins that improve on the old plug-ins, but Braun maintains that
there are no real groundbreaking technologies. He says they are
simply all-incremental improvements. “The big move seems to be
back to old ideas; since the death of Final Cut, Avid wants to get
back into the proprietary tech game, which I feel is a losing busi-
ness model. RED is pushing their RED Rocket cards, but at least
those aren’t a requirement to edit their footage, just a recommenda-
tion. Everyone is scrambling to fill the void left by FCP [Final Cut
Pro], and it still remains to be seen who the ‘industry standard’ is
going to be,” he says.
Commenting on the buzz about the next generation of Apple
editing software, Braun says that unless the news is about Final
Cut X, he doesn’t believe anything exciting is on the horizon. “In
the professional film industry, Final Cut X is nothing more than the
punch line to an unfunny joke. Nothing they could do to tweak or fix
it will save it. Apple could roll out the best NLE [non-linear editing]
ever seen on Earth next month, but as long as it’s based on FCX, no
one will ever take it seriously, or give them the benefit of the doubt
again. In the meantime, everyone has moved on.
“A few people still limp along on FCP 7.3.2, but that becomes
less feasible every day as newer codecs aren’t supported, new
plug-ins don’t exist, and new delivery formats outstrip it. Where the
post-production industry will go from here is a huge question mark…
but I can tell you that wherever mainstream is going, we’ll go too.
We’ll just have a little more fun getting there,” Braun says.
Adam & Eve Pictures’ General Manager Bob Christian is also
in Braun’s camp when it comes to Apple’s approach to editing. He
says the company just doesn’t seem to be supporting the “pros”
much now, and the A&E team is sticking with Final Cut Pro 7. We’re
not planning on moving into “X” but we are evaluating whether to
switch to Adobe Premiere,” Christian says.
But Evil Angel director Kevin Moore’s no fan of Final Cut X, and
like Christian may move to Premiere. He agrees with Christian about
Apple doing a disservice to pros by trying to make something more
accessible to the iMovie crowd and combining it with Final Cut Pro.
Moore says that he’s been using Final Cut Pro software for years
but when Apple moved to “X” he had to consider new options.
“While I love the original Final Cut, the new one just isn’t robust
enough for me,” Moore says. “This has led me to look at Adobe’s
Premiere Pro. It still has qualities that remind me of Final Cut but
also include major improvements in rendering times. Adobe has put
serious resources into improving Premiere and allowing it to make
use of the newer video cards that support CUDA drivers. CUDA is
a programming model that enables increases in performance by
utilizing the GPU (graphics processing unit) that comes with most
systems. The original Final Cut has limitations, namely a 4GIG limit
when it comes to using available RAM and makes no use of the
extra horsepower more modern GPU’s have. With Premiere, you
could see massive increases in render times because it will use all
the available VRAM on a GPU.”
Lamenting some more over Apple’s lack of support, Moore says,
“One thing that really bothered me was in the current version, Apple
removed the simple ability of audio cross-fades, which just makes
no sense to me. Having to do audio cross-fades by hand is highly
tedious. I’m also not a big fan of the magnetic timeline. I feel Apple
was trying to make editing easier for non-professionals, but in the
process made it more difficult for professionals. This is why I started
looking at Premiere.”
French studio Marc Dorcel’s CEO Gregory Dorcel isn’t as critical
of Apple, or any of its potential improvements. Whatever the com-
pany may develop, his druthers would be to get on board especially
if he has the ability to edit special effects in real time.

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 formats, noting that the technol-
ogy doesn’t really improve the
footage unless the viewer is only a
couple inches away from their TV
If we just keep making great screens. Until 4K becomes more
movies, the fans will keep buying of the norm in filmmaking, Lucas
is sticking to its 1080p way of
them. Every tech bandwagon we shooting.
jump onto has to be motivated Dorcel notes that his studio was
only by making the film better. thinking of testing 4K this year so
its teams are up on the latest tech,
but the resolution of the format is
so high that he feels it’s mainly de-
signed for projections on screens.
“We will maybe use it in the future
Axel Braun if a project implies the distribution
DIRECTOR of adult movies in theaters. But as
far as we are concerned, we work from
a scenario, a story to tell. The choice of the
Although editing software and other post-production video recording technique comes after.”
tech are essential to movie making, what excites filmmak- Of course any shooter’s lifeblood are cameras. And new
ers most is the sexier side of tech with buzzwords like 4K camera technology continually seduces adult filmmakers
images, and 5D cameras. despite their practical usefulness.
Asked if the next step is 4K, Braun says it’s already here. Dorcel says that in the last two years the studio’s
“4K monitors are available now; there are 4K broadcast productions have been entrusted to different directors that
channels in Japan. 4K is exactly where HD was 10 years mainly work with 5D. He maintains that the format offers a
ago. It’s proven, it exists, and it’s just beginning to trickle much higher quality than many cameras, and allows a more
down from the extreme upper reaches of content creation cinema-like image that suits the storytelling of most of its
into standard professional use. You’ll see 4K Blu-ray up- productions. He admits however that he hasn’t given up on
converters at CES this coming January. In five years, cell standard video cameras, as they are much less demanding
phones will be shooting 4K, and cable broadcasters will be technically and allow for more “realistic,” more dynamic and
trying to figure out how to exploit the existing spectrum to sometimes stronger images. “It is up to us to choose the
serve 4K to home users,” Braun predicts. best technology according to our needs and the different
Moore knows of some studios shooting with RED projects,” Dorcel says.
cameras, that he says uses the 4K format, and provides the Moore reveals that he’s been closely following camera
advantage of shooting two angles at the same time while al- firmware upgrade Magic Lantern, a free “hack” that has
lowing very wide angles for large images, expanded detail in been around for several years. He says it offers many solu-
post production for close-up shots, or tighter framing. “This tions that Canon either didn’t think about or chose not to
allows you to cut between two shots (wide and close-up) add to their camera. “A recent Alpha build of Magic Lantern
but only having to do it with one camera,” Moore says. now includes the ability to shoot RAW video. This is video
But the director feels there’s no current use for 4K cur- taken directly from the DSLR’s sensor, which creates an
rently beyond the editing ability, noting that most consumers image with even more detail and dynamic range. Currently
still view content on DVD and wouldn’t be able to display a the workflow to pull RAW video images from
4K image. He adds that most websites wouldn’t have the the DSLR is cumbersome, but over time
bandwidth for streaming or offering downloads in 4K. that may improve. Since this build of
Acworth’s Kink team feels 4K is “way off” from their Magic Lantern is an Alpha release,
perspective, and Christian says Adam & Eve’s not rushing to it isn’t designed for a professional
shoot in 4K, waiting instead to see if it takes off. “We were environment, but the ability to
extremely early adopters of HD and were shooting in HD shoot in RAW is very exciting.
even before the wars settled on Blu-ray over HD-DVD as a The RAW images the 5D Mark III
DVD format. But we are not jumping into 4K,” Christian says. produces is right up there with
But like Braun, Moore believes things will change in the BlackMagic camera or even
years to come as more and more computer monitors and the RED ONE,” Moore says.
TVs begin supporting 4K. “Cameras that produce 4K resolu- So does all this hands-on tech
tion will also start to get cheaper and cheaper. Right now, lust actually pay off?
cameras like the RED or the Canon C300 or C500 are out Braun, who’s put his stock into
of the range of most companies to use because of cost,” he big-budget films that appeal to
notes.
Lucas Entertainment marketing and creative director,
mainstream and porn fans alike,
believes that even though fans
Marc MacNamara, and production manager Chris Crisco may not be aware of what’s going
both say that right now, they don’t see a need to use 4K on behind the scenes, they like
the results. “If we just keep making great movies, the fans
will keep buying them. Every tech bandwagon we jump onto
has to be motivated only by making the film better,” he says.
And although Dorcel’s filmmakers moved to costly 5D
cameras, he says most of his additional costs were more
in post-production: a higher quality of image is heavier,
therefore more complex to handle.
In a number of circumstances it’s not the tech itself but
the actual steps required to make it useful that sucks up a
budget.
Adam & Eve’s Christian reveals that the only big costs
incurred were in the multi-scene-choice interactivity in the
studio’s film “Killer Bodies,” since it required more scenes
then usual and had additional programming costs for the
DVD. But Christian notes it was quite a challenge and quite
fun, and paid off in consumer attention, sales and award
recognition.
As far as hardware goes, Acworth maintains that Kink’s
encoders were expensive, and although not yet completely
integrated, he feels the payoff will be when the company
encodes its catalog in more modern codecs.
Like Braun, Moore believes fans see the difference in
new tech investments. “Yes I believe the improvements do
pay off. Consumers notice the improved quality. I get lots of
feedback from fans on social networking sites and in email
that they love the look of it, even if they don’t understand
what that look entails. For me to add aftermarket products
to make my DSLR into a something that was video friendly
wasn’t very costly, when compared to what some video
cameras cost these days,” he says.
The Lucas team admits an increased cost in editing and
cameras but feels it has given the studio the ability to shoot
things previously thought of as too risky for larger equip-
ment. They said that in their movie, “Original Sinners,” the
crew used smaller, more compact HD cameras to film aerial
shots from the plane, zip-lining footage and underwater HD
cams for the waterfalls. This allowed them the liberty to cre-
ate scenes and stories that were previously restrictive.
Although on the surface technology might be a sexy hot
button in the movie world, being progressive has allowed
porn to keep fans happy. And all of the pros agree that’s what
will continue to keep it in business for decades to come.
We were extremely early
adopters of HD and were
shooting in HD even before the
wars settled on Blu-ray over HD-
DVD as a DVD format. But we are
not jumping into 4K.
Bob Christian
GENERAL MANAGER
ADAM & EVE
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The Changing Front Lines
of Adult Commerce
How Technology Boosts Adult Retailing
T
BY JARED RUTTER
he adult industry has long been
in the forefront of technological
advances, from DVDs to member-
ship sites, from editing software
to programmable sex toys. In step
with the producers, the industry’s
retail segment has made use of
technology to enhance sales.
Especially in the essential area of
e-commerce, they have met with
great success.
XBIZ contacted representatives of four retail giants—
CNV.com, ECN/IVD, Honey’s Place and Williams Trading
Company—for their thoughts on how tech advances have
transformed the way adult products are sold.
According to Eric Van Riper, technology developer at
Honey’s Place, technology impacts retailers “in many differ-
ent facets: from inventory management, reordering, sales
forecasting and analytics to having an online presence. Not
having all the right tools can mean the difference between
success and failure.”
He pointed to some interesting statistics. “According to
research firm Forrester, ecommerce will generate $262 bil-
lion in 2013, up from $231 billion in 2012. For U.S. retailers,
the growth of e-commerce already accounts for 8 percent
of total retail sales and is expected to outpace sales growth
at brick-and-mortar stores over the next five years, reaching
$370 billion in sales by 2017.”
Van Riper also provided some back story. “Businesses
have had to adapt to a quickly changing landscape—from
the economic downturn to the rise of Amazon. These two
factors alone have impacted the adult products industry in
ways that were not imagined five years ago, when we felt
we were ‘recession proof.’
“Those retailers that primarily used data to understand
their customers and marketing efforts saw a far less severe
impact from these two major shifts. Looking for Software
as a Service (SaaS) solutions is one way many retailers are
pushing a lot of the work off their plates to remain relevant
in an increasingly online world.”
Dave Levine, owner of CNV.com Inc. and its retail arm
SexToy.com, agreed. “Local search is growing quickly and
being integrated into phones. Businesses not only need a
website, but one that comes up for local search. The key to
that is getting listed in Google, Yahoo local, Yelp and others,
and then getting some positive reviews on those profiles.”
Levine emphasized how technology has changed the way order online. They still prefer the old-fashioned route.”
business proceeds. “The Internet brought down store prices, Social media, Internet-based, has had a profound effect
but things seem to have settled and now pricing in stores on adult retailing as in every other aspect of the world we
and online are mostly in line with each other. But brick-and- live in.
mortar stores (and online stores) are all thinking—or better “Most traffic comes from Google,” said CNV’s Levine.
be—about what to do about the Amazon.com juggernaut.” “Google is starting to use social signals from Facebook and
Twitter and Google Plus to affect
rankings in the search engine.
Businesses have had to adapt to Social media can drive sales, but
a quickly changing landscape— if they make you appear as an
authority with conversations about
from the economic downturn to your keyword, this will help you
the rise of Amazon. These two come up in Google, which is the
factors alone have impacted real driver of customers.”
“Honey’s Place,” Van Riper
the adult products industry in pointed out, “has active social
ways that were not imagined five media campaigns ongoing through
years ago, when we felt we were every major channel to reach our
customers. It has always been that
“recession proof.” communication with customers is
key. What has changed is that cus-
Eric Van Riper tomers want to be communicated
with when they are ready. That
TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPER
HONEY’S PLACE could mean 3 a.m.—or 3 p.m. Having
a strong social media presence to let
customers know what specials or informa-
Technology, said Bob Pyne Jr., vice president of Williams tion about ecommerce trends is a critical path
Trading Company, “keeps retailers on their toes. Brick-and- to our success.”
mortar stores need to keep up with all the new products Kelly Szwed, marketing coordinator for Williams Trading,
that the Web owners can just throw up on a website and added, “Social media provides an additional avenue to reach
start selling immediately. This makes communication be- our target market as well as the potential market in a more
tween the distributor and the retailer much more important relaxed, less sales-ey way. Facebook and Twitter create an
than in the past. awareness and also drive leads that might not otherwise
“All retailers have to be on top of their game more now been tapped into.”
than ever,” he continued. “With the number of products on One of the most significant recent developments in adult
the market and the increased value in technology, retailers, retailing has been the widespread and successful implemen-
whether brick and mortar or web-based, need to pres- tation of white-label sites.
ent product in a way to make it easy for the consumer to Build The Store, the white-label platform at Honey’s
research, recognize and in the end, purchase the product.” Place, was the creation of Eric Van Riper. “We have a large
Dan Shaw, WTC sales specialist, added, “Our customers number of features that go beyond standard adult-distribu-
are taking advantage of today’s technologies to help their tor thinking,” he said, “such as the ability to add your own
business succeed. Whether it is brick-and-mortar or online products, editing existing ‘system’ products, best-practices
stores, the ability to reach across geographic areas is easier SEO capabilities and more. Even something as simple as
to do making business transactions more lucrative.” renaming categories can make a huge difference in organic
According to WTC sales manager Rich Pyne, “Most search-engine rankings. Our customers that are using
people are online ordering now, which is huge for us, this BuildTheStore.com have been greatly benefiting from these
means less mistakes in processing orders. Still, one of our capabilities for almost a year now.”
challenges is in convincing the more seasoned customer to SEE CHANGING, PAGE 122
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TALKBACK CONTINUED FROM PAGE 46

We are particularly enamored

with digital printing. It is so
inexpensive now and allows
smaller companies like ours
to investigate new designs
with very little up-front costs.
We love maker-bot!
Suki Dunham
FOUNDER
OHMIBOD

USB rechargeable products

are currently one way
California Exotic Novelties
is adapting to the latest
technology. People use them
for their phones, tablets, and
other mobile devices. The
comfort-level people feel with
this technology increases
as more and more devices
Susan Colvin use it. Adapting this for the
PRESIDENT
CALIFORNIA EXOTIC novelty industry is a natural
NOVELTIES progression. Additionally,
people tend to frown on
the use of batteries. Rechargeable items are preferred
in general as they are more environmentally friendly.
This trend is certainly in demand. Since we believe in
responding to consumer needs you’ll be seeing more
and more USB charging options with California
Exotic Novelties’ products.

As everyone knows, Fun

Factory has an international
patent pending for the Drive
Technology motors they
invented to build the Stronic
Pulsator family in 2013.
Pulsators are an entirely new
category of sex toys that
look like vibrators but behave
radically differently. The
Emilie Rosan Stronic pulsator technology
DIRECTOR OF MARKETING
FUN FACTORY allows toys to thrust back and
forth, mimicking the motions
of lovemaking, something no vibrator has ever achieved to
date. Fun Factory is the most technologically innovative
novelty manufacturer since 1996. The company was the
very first company to ever put a motor into a silicone
sleeve, back in the 90s.

Revel Body has adopted the

latest and truly revolutionary
technology with the Revel
Body sonic vibrator that
contains an adjustable linear
motor offering multiple levels
of sensation. Adjustable
battery-powered vibrators
have a limited range of
speed, power and sensation,
Linda Cox delivering around 60–120Hz.
CHIEF MARKETING OFFICER
REVEL BODY The Revel Body sonic vibrator
delivers almost double the
sensation at approximately 241Hz. Not only does this new
technology provide advanced power and sensation, the
diverse range of vibrations promotes sexual fulfillment,
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lifestyle needs and purposes.

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Sex Toy Tech
Form Follows Function in Adult Pleasure Product Market
T
BY GRAM PONANTE
here’s a reason that the adult
novelty market has slowly been
rebranded as pleasure products,
and that the transition has paral-
leled the growth of social media
and a backlash against fly-by-night
technology. As shame decreases
(thanks, Facebook), consumers
are more free to discuss things
that used to be dirty little secrets,
and are demanding quality and practicality—elegant tools
rather than easily breakable bachelorette party gag gifts.
This is because sex toys are like Iowa’s Field of Dreams;
if you build them (right), they will come. More and more,
savvy adult companies incorporate technology to go where
human extremities can’t, trading gimmicks for innovation,
and serving the emerging rival functions of secrecy—the
clever vibrator that looks like a lipstick—and pride of
purchase—the gold-plated Crave vibrator displayed on the
computer desk.
“We’re at a tipping point,” says Brian Vatter of OhMiBod,
the family of elegant adult products that brings the rhythms
of your digital music library to your most private places.
“We’ll be selling high-end adult products in mainstream
stores sooner rather than later. And it’s because people
expect the technology.”
Suki Dunham, OhMiBod’s co-founder (and Vatter’s wife),
demonstrates the company’s Club Vibe, which comes with
its own special thong.
“It translates ambient club music directly to (the
wearer’s) clitoris,” she says. “Hands can’t do that.”
Simple, functional, sleek design—think Apple-meets-high-
er-end-IKEA—is moving the marital aid industry away from
the stigmatizing term “novelty” (“‘Novelty’ sounds cheap,”
says Taylor Means of Synergy Erotic, a Las Vegas company),
toward “adult pleasure products.” JimmyJane vibrators find
their way to the “Rachael Ray Show” and Real Housewife of
Atlanta Kandi Burruss has her own licensed vibes through
OhMiBod: The “Bedroom Kandi” line.
Social media technology has played a major part in
marketing and acceptance of sex toys, as what would have
been an eyebrow-raising revelation 10 years ago (“I use a
vibrator”) is a nonchalant tweet today.
“We moved to a new level when Kandi Burruss tweeted
about us,” says Vatter.
And that gradual (but technologically measurable)
breakdown of shame amidst an ocean of blogger entries
and Facebook “Likes” made the national sex toy dialogue
that much more present.
Asked how soon her company’s stylish, high-tech vibra-
tors would be selling at Macy’s, JOPEN’s Robin Stewart The Form series is recharged in a cradle via metal
says, “Under five years.” contacts, the technology allowing it to be like a piece of
Why? Because tech trends point to elegant design, and insertable art.
elegant design necessitates raising the stakes for adult The pleasure product that most exemplifies the
products, both in discretion in mixed company and glamour technology-as-personal-earnings-statement is the Duet Lux
among friends. from Crave.
“These are pieces you’re proud to show people,” says A vibrator that incorporates a 16GB flash drive for
Stewart (“But you can also hide ’em easily,” says Dunham). charging and data storage (“for your most intimate bits and
This trend is also reflected in packaging, from OhMiBod’s bytes”), the Duet Lux is 24-karat gold-plated and sells for
distinctly Apple-esque font choice to Synergy’s reserved $349 ($359 with personal engraving). The chic and petite
graphic design. device vibrates through its silicone horns rather than at its
“I would never buy an (adult pleasure) product with a na- base, so there is less risk of dropping it in the champagne-
ked woman on the package,” says Synergy’s Means. “Which filled tub.
is why our packaging is very discreet in its imagery but very What with all the plug-less, waterproof, USB-powered
clear about what the product does, so women aren’t forced sex toy innovation available, people might be reminded of
to ask at the counter.” The Dude’s reaction to progressive pornographer Jackie
Treehorn in “The Big Lebowski.”
When Treehorn extols the vir-
tues of interactive erotic software
Many of our customers wanted and a 100 percent electronic ex-
to use something like our Rabbit perience, The Dude replies, “Yeah
well, I still jerk off manually.”
vibe with a partner, and didn’t (“Of course you do,” Treehorn
need the penis, because their replies.)
partner already had a penis. Which brings us to California
Exotic Novelties, the venerable sex
So we made the Forms remote- toy institution with a Bible-sized
controlled, so a partner can 2013 catalog. While the company
operate them. touts its own waterproof, double-
motor tech marvels, it proudly
displays an old-school flourish on
Molly Murphy its Futurotic Dong series; custom-
ers can get the vibrators in either
MARKETING DIRECTOR
JIMMYJANE “Ballsy” or “Veined.”
For many years the adult industry in
general has gone to lunch on its early adop-
Means points to a line of Synergy’s submersible vibra- tion of VHS, the Internet, and video-on-demand.
tors. “You can use them in the tub,” she says. “Even the But just as often it follows trends or ignores them, like
battery pack is submersible.” “reality” programming or comprehensive piracy litigation,
Technology-aided discretion is central to JimmyJane’s respectively. But one trend that has caught on with adult’s
products, many of which feature a lock function. “It prevents pleasure products wing is popular design aesthetics, and
the vibe embarrassing you in your carry-on bag,” says that might be the ticket to these fancy personal machines
marketing director Molly Murphy. breaking through to the exponentially more lucrative
At the same time, a growing popular acceptance of sex mainstream market, with vibrators lining the shelves at
toys brings those same products out in the open—for use Walgreen’s and Macy’s.
with a friend—such as JimmyJane’s creation of the Form Aside from the increased warehouse space and cash
series, vibrators disembodied from a shaft. flow, what will the major benefit of mainstream acceptance
“Many of our customers wanted to use something like if sex toys break through?
our Rabbit vibe with a partner, and didn’t need the penis,” “It’s not if, but when,” says OhMiBod’s Vatter. “And the
Murphy says, “because their partner already had a penis. benefit will be when you meet people at cocktail parties,
So we made the Forms remote-controlled, so a partner can you tell them what you do for a living, and they consider
operate them.” what you’re doing as a legitimate profession.”
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 Features
Now I hand-pick the
people I work with, the
people I work for. And
people hire me to fuck the
way I fuck and not the way
they think I should fuck.
 — Manuel Ferrara
TALENT SHOWCASE

Born to Perform
Manuel Ferrara Discusses Career Under the Lights
BY DAN MILLER they’re really fucking and not just rial shoots. So I was making a little man. I really never thought about

I
t would be difficult to find a
more humble adult film per-
former than Manuel Ferrara,
which makes the veteran
French stud all the more lik-
able.
Ferrara likes to let his work
speak for itself. And during the
past 16 years, the former physical
education student from Gagny,
France, has built a body of work
that few can rival. Now as one
of the most accomplished male
performers of all time, Ferrara
has reached a stage in his career
where he can carefully choose his
projects both in front of and behind
the camera.
That professional freedom only
comes with a proven track record
of 1200-plus movie credits as
talent, another 120-something as
a director a couple dozen industry
awards from every major orga-
nization along the way. Ferrara’s
namesake production company
is exclusively distributed by Evil
Angel, which releases one new title
per month from his top series such
as “Slutty & Sluttier,” “Raw,” “Evil
performing sexually.”
Evil Angel General Manager
Christian Mann said that as porn
stars go, the 2009 XBIZ Male
Performer of the Year is the total
package.
“One, he’s a member of the
good DNA club. He’s handsome,
he’s tall, he’s athletic and well-
endowed,” Mann explained. “That’s
the nature part, then there’s the
nurture part. He’s charming, he’s
affable. The female performers
love working with him not only
because it’s an intense sex scene
with some level of athleticism, but
also with some level of charm and
seduction. And not a coercion type
of seduction. Often it’s the female
performer trying to seduce him.”
Not bad for the self-proclaimed
“regular dude” who plays basket-
ball in his free time and says he
never did porn for the money or
the fame.
In this exclusive interview, the
quiet superstar talks about his
lifestyle, his career and his plans
for the future.
When you reflect on your
bit of money and I was having sex
with different girls a lot. And for
me in my mind, I thought ok once I
graduate, I’ll be done with that and
I’ll move on.
And right when I graduated, I
met Rocco Siffredi and he definite-
ly made me change my mind and
wanting to do it more like profes-
sionally. Then I met John Stagliano
who brought me 11 years ago to
LA. Now I’m where I’m at because
of those guys. I’m having a fun
time.
I definitely didn’t see me where
I’m at right now back then. But it’s
still as fun as it was when I started
so, it’s good.
What motivates you each day
to go and do your best scene?
I think you’re born with it. It’s
like … basketball. Everyone can
play basketball. Not everyone’s
going to be Kobe. You know, you’re
born to do that or not. Everyone
can fuck at home, not everyone
can do this.
But you see the girls in the in-
dustry being able to change every
day. It’s really good for your libido
a career. I never did that thinking
career. It just took off by itself. And
then you have other people telling
you, ‘Hey, you’re good, you know.’
So you’re happy that they think so.
But, I think it’s weird to think, ‘yeah,
I’m really good at this, you know.’ I
wouldn’t be here after 16 years if I
was bad at it, but you know, just go
with the flow.
What goes through your mind
while driving to a set?
Nowadays, it’s very different
than when I started. Nowadays,
there’s zero pressure. I show up,
I know I’m going to have sex with
a girl, or two or three or four. The
people I work for now are people
I am friends with. I hand-pick the
shoots I do. So it’s much easier
than it used to be when I started
and I had to go do a gangbang
with a girl I’m not that attracted
to. And I had to push the guys with
my elbows to get in and do exactly
what the director asked me to do.
Now I hand-pick the people I work
with, the people I work for. And
people hire me to fuck the way I
fuck and not the way they think I
PHOTO COURTESY OF WIRE IMAGE.

Anal” and “Phat Bottom Girls.”
“Manuel has a big sexuality in
terms of liking lots of different
fetish things and he’s capable of
fully enjoying those fetishes with
girls,” said Evil Angel founder John
Stagliano. “The bottom line is that
Manuel works well when he has
a connection with the girl, when
career so far, what comes to
mind?
When I started in Europe 16
years ago—a long time ago—it
was just for fun, man. I didn’t think
I would make it my job. I was in
college to become a P.E. teacher
and I had three years left and I had
the opportunity to do a few edito-
to have a different girl every day
and keep you excited about it.
Was there any point along the
way where it just clicked that,
‘OK, I can do this and I’m pretty
good at this’?
I never thought of that. When I
started, I just wanted to have sex,
should fuck.
Because I’ve been around long
enough and people know the way
I do and they seem to like it. So
there’s no pressure or mental
preparation. I just show up, I’m like,
‘hey what’s up, what’s up.’ And,
let’s have sex.
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Manuel Ferrara and Kayden Kross walk the red carpet
at the 2013 XBIZ Awards.

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The way she moves with the

camera is better than I move.
I think she’s the better camera
person but I think I’m more
COMPANY PROFILE responsible for coming up
with the scenes.

Hardcore Couple  — Mark Wood

LÉWOOD CO-OWNER ON HIS WIFE AND CO-OWNER, FRANCESCA LÉ

LéWood’s Husband-Wife Team of Francesca Lé,

Mark Wood Create Porn for the ‘Raincoat’ Crowd
BY SCOTT ROSS as on-camera talent but within a girl says or does.” For example, Multimedia. Wood notes that their

L
éWood Productions has been
producing its brand of quality,
unassuming smut for more
than a decade, but according
to Francesca Lé, who runs the
studio alongside her husband
and business partner, Mark
Wood, some people think the com-
pany launched last year when Evil
Angel released the debut volume of
their fetish-oriented anal flick “Gag,
Gasp, and Gape.”
“It seems like more people
are aware of us now that we are
at Evil Angel,” Lé told XBIZ. “We
have been around [as a produc-
tion company] since 2002 but a
lot of people seem to think we’re
new. I guess it is true what they
say about the porn industry not
having any memory. I suppose it is
because there are always so many
new people in the business.”
Lé and Wood have nearly four
decades of experience between
them as performers, videogra-
phers and directors. Lé began her
career as talent in 1990, and Wood
started 15 years ago; LéWood
was formed after Lé and Wood
became an item. At the time, Lé
had retired from mainstream porn,
although she worked in various
capacities behind the scenes and
still appeared in bondage and
wrestling videos. With the launch
of their own company, Lé returned
few years, Wood began teaching
her to shoot stills and the basics of
videography.
“I always tell women who are
interested in staying in the indus-
try that their time in front of the
camera will end but there are still
plenty of things they can do,” Wood
said.
Yet even 23 years after she
debuted, Lé’s time in front of the
camera still has not to come to an
end, although she readily admits
that she finds herself in front of
the camera less and less these
days. She limits her hardcore ap-
pearances to scenes for her own
company. She appears alongside
her husband in “The LéWood Anal
Hazing Crew” and “Facial Viola-
tion,” two series where the couple
initiate young women in the joys
of hardcore humiliation. The latter
is essentially a spin-off of the
former series that focuses on oral
instead of anal sex. Both series
deviate from the standard LéWood
formula in that they include set-ups
that provide the context for each
scene.
“That is something you do not
always see at Evil Angel but [owner
John Stagliano] said he likes a bit
of story from time to time,” Wood
explained. “There’s no script. We
come up with a storyline for each
scene that is all ad-libbed. We
usually base it on something the
the scene featuring Lily LaBeau as
a ballerina in the debut volume of
“The LéWood Anal Hazing Crew”
was inspired by LaBeau’s back-
ground in ballet.
“Lily told me that she was a bal-
let dancer and that she was once
very serious about it. I saw her on
a set doing a couple of steps in
front of a mirror and I thought that
seemed pretty cool and we took it
from there,” Wood said. The result-
ing scene was LaBeau proving she
was willing to do whatever it took
to be a ballerina by allowing Lé
and Wood to double-team her in a
hardcore three-way.
However, these days Lé spends
far more time behind the camera.
In fact, her videography skills have
surpassed those of her teacher,
Wood, who readily admits his wife
is now a better shooter.
“The way she moves with the
camera is better than I move,”
he said. “I think she’s the better
camera person but I think I’m more
responsible for coming up with the
scenes.”
At the time they started with Evil
Angel, the market was saturated
with parodies and couples porn.
“There wasn’t really any hardcore
raincoat, jerkoff material and so we
set out to make some,” Lé said.
Prior to signing with Evil Angel,
LéWood was distributed by JM
Productions and then Exquisite
move to Evil Angel did not result in
movies that differ much from their
earlier work. “We’ve been making
these movies all along but we did
not really get the same level of
attention,” he said. “With Evil Angel,
it is more anal intensive and maybe
a little more intense but we shoot it
the same way we always have.”
The LéWood style is eloquently
simple, no-frills, anal sex. Their
productions always emphasize
the women in the scene, typically
on simple sets. “We don’t have a
big crew on our sets,” Wood said.
“A lot of the time it is just me and
Francesca. I think that sort of envi-
ronment leads to the best sex. It’s
just me and the Mrs. and that cre-
ates a relaxed environment where
everyone feels like they can have
fun. That’s the way it should be.”
Lé notes that while many things
have changed in the adult industry,
one thing that hasn’t changed is
that people still love porn. “They
are never going to get enough
porn,” she said. LéWood intends to
provide people with what they want
for years to come.
Recent LéWood releases include
“Butthole Barrio Bitches 2” and
“The LéWood Anal Hazing Crew 4.”
One of their next releases is called
“Anal Required,” which features
Bonnie Rotten and Savannah Fox,
who performs her first DP and her
first double vag. X

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ON THE SET
Discovering ‘Underworld’
Jessica Drake Stars in Fantasy Epic From Director Brad Armstrong
BY JARED RUTTER
W
hen director Brad
Armstrong shoots a
tentpole production for
Wicked Pictures, he
gets the time and the
money he needs. On his
latest, “Underworld,”
his budget allows for ample SFX
and a six-day shooting sched-
ule — twice the time of most porn
features — and it’s his way to make
the most of it.
“Underworld” is an epic fantasy
in the same vein as “Dream Quest”
and “Euphoria,” two of his most
celebrated movies. It stars Jessica
Drake, Wicked’s contract queen
(and Armstrong’s spouse) as a
victim of gun violence who enters a
purgatory-like half-life in an emer-
gency room. The medical proce-
dures she undergoes turn into
people — and sex partners — in the
story.
Most of the shoot is taking place
on a large soundstage in North
Hollywood’s small-industry zone.
Around mid-afternoon on a Friday
the place is almost empty. They’re
starting later than scheduled since
54  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
Thursday’s work wooden frames. They are decorat- “three or four” parodies. “I like hav-
didn’t end until ed with rows of Xs, woven of thick ing dialogue” — and she has more
five o’clock that black yarn, signifying scars. They than a little in “Underworld.”
morning. will serve as a backdrop to sex — a “I had Asphyxia in mind while
As the talent threeway with Jessica, Asphyxia writing the character,” Armstrong
gets made up, Noir and Toni Ribas. says.
today’s set is Asphyxia plays Stitch and The starlet reads from her
under con- Ribas plays Suture (Toni was script: “Struggle not, my pretty
struction by supposed to be Suture #1, but little thing. All we can get blamed
two men and when the actor cast as Suture for is the scars.” Brad keeps ap-
a woman who #2 dropped out, he got the plying the stitches as she runs
turns out to be title to himself). through her lines.
porn legend Asphyxia is now out of He explains that after Jessica’s
Kylie Ireland. makeup, in black lipstick and character is shot in an under-
One of the men heavy black eyeliner. But she’s not ground parking garage, she is
is her partner done yet. Armstrong, using a black- rushed to a hospital for surgery. All
Andy Appleton; ink Sharpie, applies new marks to the procedures she undergoes in
they specialize the already tattooed starlet: rings the effort to save her life become
in production of Xs and lines around her right leg characters in the movie.
design. Their just below the knee, then more on Yesterday, a scene was shot with
main client is the her wrists and arms. They look like Xander Corvus as Slice, an Edward
Axel Braun parody bracelets but they’re supposed to Scissorhands type, and Julia Ann
factory, but now be stitches and suture marks. as Mecca, one of the machines
they’re collaborat- Brad is relentless with his keeping Jessica alive. Brad shows
ing for the first time Sharpie, and Asphyxia patiently off the round, ventilating machine
with Armstrong, who submits as he goes to work on her that’s part of Julia Ann’s costume. It
usually designs his own sets. neck. She says she finds the movie was covered with a big skirt, mak-
Kylie, in shorts and a loose t-shirt “Alice in Wonderland-y.” She does ing her half person, half ventilator.
that keeps falling off one shoulder, mostly gonzo, but has appeared in SEE UNDERWORLD, PAGE 124
looks like a really proficient set
builder. She and Andy are stretch-
ing sheets of muslin over 7x8-ft.
Feature Film
Wicked went all out for “Underworld.”
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WOMEN IN ADULT
Finishing Touch
Gabrielle Anex Says Key to Editing is ‘Patience and Pacing’
BY DAN MILLER
G
abrielle Anex remembers
being shy about handling
the adult movies at the
video store where she
worked after high school,
not wanting to look at the
racy box covers.
If only her old bosses could see
her now.
Anex in the past 16 years has
become one of the adult industry’s
most trusted editors, working
closely with New Sensations on
dozens of the company’s award-
winning porn titles. The 2013 XBIZ
Award-winning Studio of the Year
has established a reputation for
creating quality features and all-
sex movies that maintain dramatic
tension without skimping on the
sexual heat.
If it’s on your screen today,
chances are that Anex spent sever-
al hours with the footage a couple
months ago making sure what
made the cut was only what was
necessary to tell the story. The art
of editing can elevate a movie to
exceptional levels and Anex makes
her living in the details.
In this exclusive interview, the
seasoned vet discusses her path
to the profession, her biggest chal-
lenges and her favorite projects.
Where were you born and
raised?
I was born and raised in South-
ern California in the small town of
Rancho Cucamonga.
What were you doing for work
before you started editing pro-
fessionally?
Before I started editing profes-
sionally, I was making a living and
putting myself through college
by arresting shoplifters as an
undercover security officer for
major department stores. I wore
plain clothes and acted like I was
shopping, all the while watching
other people while they shopped
or, hopefully shoplifted. We had
cameras all over the store and I
enjoyed the voyeur aspect of what
I was doing, but it was also dan-
gerous if you arrested someone
who fought with you or tried to
get away. I knew it wasn’t what I
wanted to do with my life forever,
so I applied to UCLA’s film school
and got accepted.
What other jobs did you have?
Besides the undercover security
position, I also was a video store
clerk right out of high school where
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I was very shy about having to put
films back in the “Adult” section.
My bosses used to tease me be-
cause I would run in and throw the
tapes back on the shelf while trying
to avoid looking at the covers! The
irony of that is that now, a good
majority of those adult films would
be edited by me.
How did you learn how to edit?
I went to UCLA’s film school
and graduated in 1995 with my
Bachelor’s Degree. While there, we
learned to do all the basics of film-
making; directing, camera, editing,
sound, etc. I edited my 16mm stu-
dent film on an 8-plate, flat-bed ed-
iting system which is how they did
it back then. We actually had the
film developed and then physically
cut it with what is called a guillo-
tine splicer. We would take out the
frames we didn’t want and tape it
back together with actual tape like
Scotch tape but with perforations.
It was a tedious process, but it
taught me the tangible feel of what
it means to “cut” a film. Nowadays,
everything is done on computers
but I’m glad I had that background
in actually touching film and having
to really think about edits before I
made them.
How did you get into profes-
I think having a musical
background helps because I
understand a tempo that dialogue
and action should have. I can tell
immediately if I have a scene that
feels off when I watch it. A lot of
times it’s knowing when not to cut.
 — Gabrielle Anex
EDITOR
sional video editing? really like my choices, both with
Like most film school graduates, picture and sound.
I couldn’t find a job after graduation.
So I went back to catching shop-lift- What are the biggest challeng-
ers full time. A woman I worked with es to editing porn?
told me her husband was a post- This is going to sound odd, but
production manager at an adult after 16 years the biggest challenge
company and offered to give him to editing porn is the sex. By that I
my resume. She did and he hired mean, making something I see over
me. I started off editing compila- and over interesting. I liken editing
tions and then very quickly director the sex part to doing the same
James Avalon took me under his jigsaw puzzle over and over. Some
wing and I began editing his films puzzles have a lot of pieces, some
at Metro. He taught me so much have few, but I have to put them
about editing and really believed together and then the next day,
in my abilities. My first complete dump them out and start again.
feature for him was “White Angel” So that part gets redundant. I’m
which I received my first of 15 AVN lucky in that during my career, I’ve
nominations for Best Editing. edited some really big feature-type
films with dialogue and effects and
What do you like about editing decent actors. That’s my forte, the
porn? porn with dialogue or action. But the
Editing porn has given me a sex is obviously necessary so I try
freedom to really experiment with to put a lot of care into that as well.
different styles and ways to tell
a story. I like that I have so much On average, how long does it
creative input into the films, much take for you to edit a feature
moreso than a mainstream editor movie, an all-sex movie?
would have. I am also really big into A feature film with minimal sound
sound design and so I try to incor- work takes me on average three
porate sound into all my feature- to four weeks. If there is sound
type films I work on. I also enjoy effects work or design, it will take
finding the right type of music for a me a little longer. An all-sex movie,
film. In mainstream, I wouldn’t have depending on the director, I can
that kind of creative freedom. Luck- cut in three to five days.
ily, I have found that most directors SEE ANEX, PAGE 122
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FSC BULLETIN COMMENTARY
The Story of AB 332
By Diane Duke
I
n February of 2013, AB 332 had
its first read in the California As-
sembly. The bill was sponsored
by Assembly Member Isadore
Hall (D) from Compton for AHF
(AIDS Healthcare Foundation).
The Bill was referred to the
Committee on Arts, Entertainment,
Sports, Tourism and Internet Media
and The Labor and Employment
Committee.
On Feb. 19, I lobbied with VICA
(Valley Industry and Commerce
Association) and they added our
bill to their list of bills to oppose.
Additionally, FSC sent information
and lobbied all members of Arts
and Entertainment Committee and
worked with our lobby consultant
in Sacramento to shore up votes.
On March 19 the Bill was to have
been heard in the Arts and Entertain-
ment Committee. The day before
the Committee hearing, our count
indicated that AB332 would be
defeated. On that same day, Hall,
the bill’s sponsor, pulled the bill
from the agenda. We believe that he
pulled the bill because he knew the
bill would be voted down.
I received a call from Hall’s office
stating that Assembly Member
Hall would like to meet with me in
his Compton office. On March 27,
Assembly Member Hall and I met to
discuss AB 332. He told me that he
was willing to work with the industry
and possibly offer some amend-
ments to the bill if we would discon-
tinue our opposition. I told him that
the industry was opposed to manda-
tory barrier protection, that we are
currently suing the County over
Measure B, that we have a proposed
bloodborne pathogen plan submit-
ted to Cal/OSHA and that adult in-
dustry testing protocols currently in
place are highly effective, resulting
in no on-set transmission of HIV na-
tionwide since 2004. I told him that
I would be more than happy to work
with him on industry-appropriate
regulations if he would table his bill
and start from where he should have
started in the first place, creating a
plan with industry stakeholders. He
was not willing to table the bill. As
I walked away from that meeting, it
was clear to me that we had made
an impact on the process and Hall
recognized that FSC and industry
member advocates were a threat to
his bill’s success.
I suspect this is when Hall realized
that he would need to call in all his
favors in the Assembly to get this
bill passed. Hall made it clear to
any and all that would listen that
this was his number one priority for
this session. It is not uncommon
for Assembly members to support
each other’s bills—even if they
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Hot-Button Topic
Assembly Member Isadore Hall is sponsoring AB 332.
don’t agree with them—early on
as a courtesy in a, “If you wash my
hands, I’ll wash yours,” mentality.
On Tuesday, April 9, AB 332 was
back on the agenda of the Arts and
Entertainment Committee. Bryn
Pryor, Lydia Lee, Alana Evans and I
testified on behalf of the industry.
Hall was able to get the bill passed
out of committee.
Later that week, Morgan Som-
mer, Bob Christian, Jeffrey Doug-
las, Lydia Lee and I met with the
Speaker of the Assembly, John
Perez. Although the Speaker was
not a fan of the bill, he told us that
he supports his committee chairs
if they are behind a bill and get it to
the floor.
The bill was referred to the Labor
and Employment (L&E) commit-
tee where it received a hearing on
April 25. Prior to the hearing we
did a big push for folks to email
and call the members of the L&E
committee. FSC and the newly
formed APC4C (Adult Performers
Coalition for Choice) represented by
performer activist Lydia Lee, and
director Lorenzo Marr testified on
behalf of industry stakeholders. A
number of industry members came
to Sacramento in opposition of the
Bill, but were only allowed to state
their name and profession and that
they oppose AB 332. Hall continued
to spout lies about the industry and
call in his favors in order to get his
bill through. The bill passed out of
the Labor Committee but it did so
without the support of the Labor
and Employment Committee Chair,
Roger Hernandez. His lack of sup-
port was key because we know that
the Speaker of the Assembly backs
his committee chairs.
From the Assembly Labor and
Employment Committee, the bill
went on to the Assembly’s Appro-
priations Committee. This is where
bills that have costs associated with
them are considered from a budget-
ary prospective. If the cost estimate
for a bill is $150,000 or more, it au-
tomatically goes on to the Suspense
file where it is considered in a group
of other bills that are at that level of
expense or higher.
We worked to make sure that the
cost of AB 332 was understood by
the legislative staff putting the cost
estimates together. Although Cal/
OSHA put in estimates much lower
than the program would cost, the
Bill came out with a price tag of
between $145,000 and $160,000.
The cost ultimately assigned to AB
332 was $150,000—the minimum
required to have it put on Suspense.
On May 8, AB 332 was referred to
the Appropriations Suspense file.
This was a big success for our side.
Between May 8 and May 24, the
next time AB 332 was scheduled
to come up in Appropriations, we
devoted a great deal of time and
effort lobbying and educating the
key decision makers for this step of
the process about the problems and
issues with AB 332. The evening
of May 23, Assembly Member Hall
reportedly was in the office of As-
sembly Member Chair Gotto’s office
until 6:30 p.m. in a last-ditch effort
to push AB 332 out of committee.
The morning of May 24, I was
glued to the live feed of the Appro-
priations Committee Hearing from
Sacramento. The Chair announced
that of the bills being considered
only 60 percent of them would move
forward. The remaining bills would
be held in committee — extensively
killing their chances for this ses-
sion. The chair began reading bill
numbers and titles for hundreds of
bills announcing “Do pass” or “Held
in committee.” When the Chair finally
got to AB 332, in a split second the
words “held in committee” followed.
We were elated. However, sources in
the room reported that Hall was dis-
turbed and turned to the Chair with
an angry reaction to the decision.
Hall later made derogatory state-
ments to the press about the Chair
stating that “Gotto did not care
about employee safety,” that he was
only in it for the “money shot.” It is
considered bad form for peers in
the legislature to make such com-
ments to the press and Hall made
few friends with his unprofessional
behavior. And interestingly, it is Hall,
not Gotto, who has received contri-
butions from the adult industry.
After his failure to move AB 332
forward, Hall gutted and amended
a tobacco bill, AB 640, that he had
passed out of the Assembly. The
former tobacco bill is now a bill that
would let local jurisdictions — like
Los Angeles County — regulate adult
filming to mandate barrier protec-
tion. But the story of AB 640 will
have to wait until next issue.
Hall is spending a great deal of
time and effort on a solution without
a problem. There has not been a
transmission of HIV on set since
2004 and our industry’s STI rates
are much lower than that of like
populations. I guess the real ques-
tion here has got to be … What is
Assembly Member Hall’s obsession
with porn? X
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Personalize Shopping
Honey’s Place Helps E-tailers ‘Build The Store’
BY TOD HUNTER

L
aunched in September 2012,
BuildTheStore.com is a white
label ecommerce platform
from longtime distributor
Honey’s Place that enables
e-tailers to build their own on-
line presence, using all-in-one
shopping cart software that can be
customized to fit the personality of
the retail outlet and the shopping
needs of the e-tailer’s clientele.
E-tailers may select items to sell
in their store from the 15,000-plus
items offered by Honey’s Place.

BONNIE FEINGOLD
OWNER, HONEY’S PLACE

We’re always looking at

what our customers are
requesting, and when we
built “Build The Store”
we had the concept
that technology is ever
changing, and if we’re
going to stay relevant we
have to be ever changing
as well.
Build The Store manages all
product inventory, payment pro-
cessing, shipping, and customer
service, and clients have control
over all aspects of their sites. Cli-
ents can get started without having
a business license or reseller cer-
tificate, because Build The Store
handles credit card processing
and shipping, and the monthly fee
covers the hosting of the client’s
site on the Build The Store secure
server.
Since the initial launch, Build The
Store has added new page layout
templates, a more intuitive search
engine, and new shipping options.
“We’re always making changes
and improvements,” Honey’s Place
owner Bonnie Feingold told XBIZ.
“We’re always looking at what our
Customized for Profit
Honey’s Place online retail solution puts operators in control.
customers are requesting, and
when we built ‘Build The Store’ we
had the concept that technology is
ever changing, and if we’re going
to stay relevant we have to be ever
changing as well.”
Build The Store offers clients
three different levels of service. All
three offer the e-tailer the ability
to select a page template for their
own online store. “It’s very quick
and easy to get set up,” Feingold
said. “It’s available to everybody.
They can change the colors and
add in their own logo. At the high-
est level, they can make their own
pages with HTML. You don’t want
a site that looks like everybody
else’s.”
Another way e-tailers can dif-
ferentiate their pages from the rest
of the Internet is to edit and write
their own product descriptions.
This enables the e-tailer to add
personal touches to each prod-
uct, reflecting their own personal
outlook and transmitting their own
personality. “Search engines see
the same copy as the same page,
so this is a way to make your page
stand out,” Feingold said.
A new feature in Build The Store
lets e-tailers offer merchandise
from other sellers besides Honey’s
Place.
“There are a few items Honey’s
Place doesn’t carry,” Feingold
said. “Maybe you have purses, or
you have shoes or some specialty
items and you really want them on
your site. You know you can ship
them from your store or you can
have a vendor that you work with
ship them for you. You can add
those items onto our platform.
They’ll show up on the site just like
anything else would show up. It
allows you to have that uniqueness
for your website. You don’t want to
only have in stock what I carry. The
world is much larger than that.
“We all make money, and it’s
beneficial to all.”
Build The Store is also equipped
to deal with the wide variety of tax
laws across the U.S.
“If you live in Texas, you’re con-
sidered to have nexus in that state,
and because you have nexus in that
state you are required to collect
sales taxes,” Feingold said. “If you
have five stores in five states, you
are considered to have nexus in
those states, and you are required
to collect for that state. We are
tax ready, and you can list all the
states where you have nexus and
we collect all those taxes for you
on your behalf, then relinquish
them to you so you can make sure
you are in compliance with the
rules of your state. We have every-
thing ready for that.
“We did a considerable amount
of research and programming to
make sure that the white label plat-
form has all of that for you.”
New clients are signing on to the
platform every week, and sales are
increasing twofold every month,
Feingold told XBIZ.
For more information, visit the
Build The Store website at build
thestore.com. X

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Retail Royalty
Castle Megastore Hosts Vendor Expo, Megawards
BY ARIANA RODRIGUEZ
C
astle Megastore hosted
an expanded version of its
annual vendor expo in June
at the Phoenix Marriott
Tempe at The Buttes, which
concluded with the first-
ever Castle Megawards that
honored the retail chain’s stand-out
locations and managers.
The awards included 16 cat-
egories and also acknowledged
Castle’s top vendors.
Vendors that received special
recognition at the Castle Mega-
wards included: Evolved, Pipe-
dream, Goldreallas, System Jo,
Secret Desires, Electric Lingerie,
ID Lubes, Liberator, Lelo, Nass-
toys, Wicked Sensual, California Ex-
otic Novelties, Jopen, International
Intimates, Fun Factory, Paradise
Marketing, XR Brands, Tantus, NS
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Novelties, We-Vibe, Icon Brands,
MD Science, Seven Til Midnight,
Sportsheets, Screaming O, XGEN,
Doc Johnson, Aneros, Topco, Hott
Products and Blush.
The awards were presented
by Castle Megastore executives,
including CEO Mark Franks, during
a cocktail and dinner reception
that featured a Hollywood theme
complete with parody movie
posters featuring Castle’s staff,
a red carpet and Oscar-themed
trophies.
“Castle is known for carrying the
best brands and the biggest selec-
tion in adult retail and each store
prides itself on providing the best
customer service,” Franks said in
his opening of the show.
The Castle Megawards also
awarded its top-performing retail
locations in a variety of categories,
including Best Statistical Perfor-
Celebrating Success
Castle Megastore acknowledged leading vendors and its high-performing stores.
mance in sales, items per transac-
tion, average dollar per sale, email
capture and zip code capture. The
Best Performances in Departments
category acknowledged stores that
excelled in particular departments
such as toys, premium toys, lubes,
romance, performance enhancers,
bondage, lingerie, books, novelties
and DVDs.
As part of the show, Castle
Megastore produced a behind-the-
scenes video titled “Castle Code,”
modeled after MTV’s “Guy Code”
and “Girl Code.”
From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., vendors
had an opportunity to provide
education through one-on-one
meetings with Castle Megastore
retail managers and associates
with their products on full display in
exhibition booths that filled one of
the ballrooms in the Marriott hotel.
Participating vendors included
Aneros, Screaming O, Nasstoys,
Sportsheets, XGEN Products,
CalExotics, Icon Brands, Electric
Lingerie and LELO, among several
others.
“It was a great expo, we had
32 vendors,” Franks said. “It was
the biggest expo that we’ve ever
done — we opened it up this year
because there were so many
vendors that wanted to be a part
of it and never any participating
exhibitors wanting to give up their
spots. We expanded it and brought
in all of our associates, assistant
managers and supervisors from
all of our Phoenix stores plus we
brought in the managers from all of
our stores, plus our corporate of-
fice and distribution center. We had
a very good turnout and everyone
was really pleased with the quality
of the event and what we got out
of it.” X
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Show Success
‘Biggest’ ANME Show Draws Expanded Crowd
BY ARIANA RODRIGUEZ
T
he ANME Founders Show was held
last month, with an expanded spread
of exhibitor spaces displaying a
wide mix of pleasure products and
lingerie.
On the main exhibitor floor,
Pipedream welcomed its guests with
an expanded center booth. Pipedream
took advantage of the increased space to
showcase several new collections and its
Planogrammer software, and to meet with
visitors.
Rob Phaneuf, vice president of product
development, told XBIZ that among its new
products, the Ceramix Pleasure Pottery
and Pure Aluminum collections were the
biggest draws.
“The theme is ‘feeling is believing’ and
that’s the reaction we’ve been getting at
the show,” Phaneuf said. “Ceramix is the
ultimate line for temperature play and it’s
unlike anything else so it’s gotten a huge
response at the show.”
The ceramic line includes vibrating and
non-vibrating styles which can be filled with
hot or cold water. The Ceramix and Pure
Aluminum lines’ packaging also is meant
to be touched, with raised patterns and
textures.
“There’s really not really anything more
to say than it’s the biggest and best show
ever,” Pipedream and ANME CEO Nick
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Orlandino said.
CalExotics’ space grew with the addi-
tion of JOPEN’s own, unique space. JOPEN
marked its three years in the marketplace
this year with the launch of a catalog,
which includes new massager styles and
the Essence sub-collection of enhancing
sprays.
“Within the first few hours of the show,
we began getting an overwhelming re-
sponse to our booth,” said Susan Colvin,
president of founder of CalExotics. “Across
the board, we’ve gotten a great response
to our new products. They like the power
and dual stimulation of the JOPEN and
Envy lines and they love the glass bottle
packaging of Essence.”
Not to be outdone, Doc Johnson’s ex-
pansive booth hosted a signing in promo-
tion of its MILF in a Box line, which was
launched in partnership with Vicky Vette’s
Vette Nation (VNA). MILF performer Julia
Ann was on hand for the apple-pie themed
affair.
“I’ve been in the industry for 21 years
so I’ve had my fair amount of relation-
ship with Doc Johnson and [founder] Ron
Braverman,” Julia Ann said. “From day one
I’ve wanted to have a product with Doc
Johnson. I’ve always felt that their quality is
superior.”
Chad Braverman, Doc Johnson COO,
added, “We couldn’t be more excited
about working with VNA. They are by far
the most aggressive marketers and are
business –saavy. They are very in tune with
than their fans want. It’s been a treat to
work with them. We know they’ll give the
products that push.”
Stockroom displayed its new set of
Electro Erotic Neon Wand attachments,
offering users light to extreme electrosex
experiences.
“I love the quality of this show,” said
Layla Ross, Stockroom’s distribution and
packaging director. “The buyers that it at-
tracts and the way it’s organized allows me
to walk away feeling confident that we’ve
made new business and strengthened
existing relationships.”
Kama Sutra held a taste testing of its
range of edibles in its booth, including the
newly repackaged Oils of Love collection.
“We’re now really hitting a new genera-
tion,” Kama Sutra’s Rob La Joie said. “All of
the retailers that we’ve encountered are re-
ally impressed with all of the brilliant colors
of our packaging, which really engages the
customer.”
The Screaming O flexed its marketing
prowess with “mustache rides,” a photo
booth setup offering visitors an oppor-
tunity to pose on a vibrating mustache,
wearing fake mustaches.
The promo was in support of its new
MusiachiO vibrator that is wearable on the
face. Screaming O also debuted the Paco’s
Taco stroker, as well as its high-end PrimO
silicone line and the Opium collection
of flexible vibes, which will soon feature
interchangeable attachments, Screaming
O President Justin Ross said.
Topco Sales’ booth focused on its new
CyberSkin Reality Girls love dolls. The
foam-filled life-sized dolls weigh about 44
pounds and come in various sexual posi-
tions.
“The main reaction we’ve gotten is just
‘wow,’” Topco Sales’ Scott Tucker said.
“We gathered some feedback and imple-
mented it into new packaging.”
The CyberSkin Reality Dolls were pro-
moted through commercials, including a
doll skydiving, that were shown on a 3D TV
screen.
As part of ANME’s expansion, a newly
added tent held more vendors of pleasure
products and lingerie. Among the main
attractions of the tent exhibitor space was
the Crave booth’s Build-A-Vibrator station,
where visitors where taken through the
steps of assembling Crave’s USB-recharge-
able Duet vibe. Buyers picked the compo-
nents and went through a guided assembly
tutorial that included testing functions and
waterproof sealing.
Alvin Chang, who runs the engineering
department for Crave, said the idea for
Build-A-Vibe originated with the company’s
launch on crowd-sourcing site.
“We had friends and family help assem-
ble Duet in order to for us to fulfill orders,”
Chang said. “We saw that people enjoyed
it and now it’s a good way for retailers
and distributors to see how the product is
made.”
Blush Novelties presented its 12-piece
Real Nude range of Platinum cured silicone
dongs. Eric Lee, product developer of
Blush Novelties, said the combination is
the cleanest you can get.
“Everyone’s been saying that they have
to have this line,” Lee said. “There is a lot
of demand for dual density silicone.”
Impulse Novelties also presented a
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silicone line of vibes. The Closet Collec-
tion features 32 items geared towards a
younger crowd, said Tanica Tome.
“The line is doing very well – especially
our rabbits,” she said. “The theme of
women’s shoes is also very appealing to
the ladies.”
From every corner of the ANME Show
floor, exhibitors praised organizers for a
successful event that brought together
new and repeat participants for an expand-
ed edition of the biannual manufacturers’
trade show.
Nasstoys President Elliott Schwartz
told XBIZ that the weekend’s ANME Show
brought increased traffic to his booth, with
attendees “flowing through” the show’s
three rooms of exhibitors.
“The show was really fantastic,” Elliott
said. “As soon as the bell rang, everyone
filed into the exhibitor floors. Val did a
tremendous job with the setup, and I
really think she and her team should be
commended. ANME had a great selling
atmosphere and everything was conducive
to business. We picked up new costumers
and met with existing ones — all in all, it
was an excellent show.”
Evolved Novelties debuted newly
rebranded lines including its line of Zero
Tolerance Toys. In place of porn stars and
humorous adult imagery, ZT products now
feature cleaner, couples-friendly packag-
ing. Evolved also is refocusing on bringing
its Love Candy by Kendra line into adult
stores and boutiques.
“The response has been incredibly favor-
able at the show,” Evolved Novelties’ Mar-
cus West said. “Everyone is excited about
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bringing Kendra into their stores. We’re
working on marketing material that can be
utilized in storefronts and on walls inside
the store. The Adam & Eve line was also a
big hit — Adam & Eve really is like the Nike
of adult. It’s the most recognizable brand
next to Trojan.”
CB-X showcased its range of male
chastity devices with a summer special on
its new Points of Intrigue accessory kit that
kicked off at ANME.
“We’ve had a great response at the
show,” CB-X’s Nikki Yates said. “Everyone
likes a show special, and I’m happy to pass
along the savings to our customers.”
Vibratex, which is celebrating its 30
years in business this year, debuted
updated looks on some of its iconic items
and presented a new trio of rechargeable
egg vibes that are yet to be named. Vibra-
tex’s Eddie Romero said that the unnamed
vibes will be part of a luxury line that the
company is currently working on finding
the perfect marketing pitch for.
“We got really positive feedback on our
new products and our placement in the
tent was perfect — we were really visible,”
Romero said. “Attendees are still really
excited about the updated look of the
Magic Wand and there was a lot of buzz for
Vibratex’s other new releases.”
Vibratex Vice President Shay Martin said
that every ANME Show since the beginning
has been a positive experience for Vibra-
tex.
“It always goes so well for us,” she said. “It
just can’t be topped — every show is great.
It was even better this time with the expand-
ed exhibitor space, it was great to have such
a variety of products displayed.” X
 Features Pleasure Products
Nature’s Ally
Sliquid Goes Green With Eco-friendly Overhaul
BY BOB JOHNSON
O
rganic lube and lotion devel-
oper Sliquid announced that
it is implementing a com-
pany-wide eco-conscious
overhaul.
The transition has been
more than a year in the
making kicked-off with the installa-
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tion of a SolarFlex, a heat-reflective
rooftop shield that dramatically
increases its headquarter building’s
cooling efficiency during the hot
summer months.
Since its inception, Sliquid
said it has followed Earth-friendly
manufacturing processes by using
100 percent recyclable bottles
and creating labels and sample
pillow-packs made of recycled
paper stock. Office communica-
tion is strictly electronic with only
essential items printed on recycled
paper, and over the last 16 months
the office lights have been re-
placed with low-watt bulbs.
Radiant barriers have also been
installed on all exterior doors,
contributing to a new level of eco-
friendly efficiency.
“Every step we take to reduce
our environmental impact and
support a ‘green’ business envi-
ronment benefits the Earth, our
unique brand, and the industry as
a whole,” Sliquid CEO Dean Elliott
said.
DEAN ELLIOTT
OWNER, SLIQUID
We can help
set a positive
example with
our progressive
actions and
hopefully
inspire others to
follow suit.
He added, “Reducing
waste, manufacturing
with recycled materi-
als, and modifying our
company procedures
directly connects us
to consumers who
share our passion for
preserving the environ-
ment. We can help set
a positive example with
our progressive actions
and hopefully inspire
others to follow suit. It’s
certainly not an easy
feat, but it’s absolutely
worth every effort.”
Sliquid is also
researching modern
recyclable alternatives
to its most-used office
appliances, exploring
state-of-the-art radiant
barriers, and continu-
ing the search for more
post-consumer com-
ponents for its popular
body-safe lubricants,
massage oils, body
washes and other inti-
mate products.
For more information
about the company,
email sales@sliquid.com
or visit Sliquid.com. X
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A Dream Realized
Pipedream Products Celebrates ‘40 Years of Pleasure’
BY ARIANA RODRIGUEZ
T
his year, international plea-
sure products manufacturer
Pipedream Products cel-
ebrates “40 Years of Plea-
sure.” Producing bestselling
brands across the spectrum
of pleasure products and
adult novelties, Chatsworth, Calif.-
based Pipedream Products hit its
stride in 1992 with the addition of
Nick Orlandino, who now serves as
the company’s CEO.
In 1992, Orlandino relocated to
Los Angeles from New York and
joined Pipedream Products as
vice president of sales/marketing.
In 1994, he became a partner in
the corporation at the age of 23,
and today Orlandino continues to
run all day-to-day operations at
Pipedream.
“When I walked in here we had
seven employees, now we operate
on 150,000 square feet and have
250 employees,” Orlandino said.
“Pipedream’s also now distributed
in over 110 countries.”
With roots in the novelty gifts in-
dustry, Pipedream not only stayed
true to its beginnings but with the
addition of Orlandino, expanded
the scope of its range of products
to offer everything from traditional
sex toys to high-end designs in
virtually every category, from linge-
rie to fetish products and life-size
masturbators.
In addition to pleasure product
brands, Pipedream Products has
made a name for itself worldwide
as a leader in merchandising and
retailer support, thanks to its
state-of-the-art Planogrammer
software and Pipedream University
training.
“Pipedream is known as a leader
in packaging, merchandising, prod-
uct design and marketing,” Orland-
ino said. “Our planogram software
is the best in the industry and has
given us a tremendous amount of
shelf space around the world.”
According to Orlandino, while
the company has reached several
milestones in its 40 years, it’s
the sheer volume of its growing
production that’s most remarkable.
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NICK ORLANDINO
CEO, PIPEDREAM PRODUCTS
There’s been a pattern of
people trying to figure out
my formula. “How is he
doing this?” It’s product,
it’s commitment. …We
have a dream team that
believes in what I’m selling
and shares the same
passion.
“We shipped over 15 million units
last year and we’re coming up on
20 million this year,” he said.
Orlandino says that his vision for
Pipedream has materialized and is
still emerging.
“We’re celebrating our 40th year
and letting people know that we’re
going to keep growing continu-
One Wall at a Time
Pipedream’s showroom displays multiple categorized walls.
ously, globally,” Orlandino said. “My
vision was to have a very well-
rounded line and now we have one
of the most comprehensive brand
portfolios in the industry. Our
entire showroom is branded with
categories and sub-categories.”
“It’s been a crazy road for all of
us,” Orlandino said. “Things have
changed dramatically for all of us
personally as well as in business.”
In his tenure with the company,
Orlandino has seen Pipedream
earn international accolades within
the industry and mainstream.
Orlandino also has earned multiple
individual executive awards, includ-
ing two Hall of Fame titles and
Business Man of the Year.
In a previous article, Orlandino
told XBIZ that he takes a hands-on
approach to leading his company
by participating in the development
process of Pipedream’s products
from start to finish.
“I have a passion for this indus-
try like no other,” Orlandino said.
“It’s my business and my hobby,
and I won’t stop working until I’m in
a coffin. I’m completely hands-on
from A to Z. I know everything and
everyone in our facility. My office
has two doors and both are always
open to talk to employees. We’re
nimble; we move quickly to stay
competitive.”
Pipedream’s tight-knit “Dream
Team” also collaborates to of-
fer the ultimate retailer support.
During its Pipedream University
seminars, the full team participates
to each impart their own unique
wisdom. During the event, a
tutorial and hands-on training on
Pipedream’s exclusive Planogram-
mer merchandising software is
provided. Featuring the voice of
Pipedream Brand Ambassador
Cheryl Flangel, Planogrammer FAQ
videos are also available online that
explain the different functionalities
of the program.
Flangel, as well as Pipedream
Vice President of Sales Steve Sav,
Vice President of Product Devel-
opment Rob Phaneuf, and visual
merchandiser Briana Honz provide
feedback and they attempt to at-
tend all PDU trainings, given that
they are not out on the field.
What results from Pipedream’s
team effort, Orlandino says, are
exciting, off-the-wall products
that make people laugh, think and
then buy. Success, however, also
breeds imitators.
“There’s been a pattern of peo-
ple trying to figure out my formula,”
Orlandino said. “‘How is he doing
this?’ It’s product, it’s commitment.
The difference between Pipedream
and the competition is that we
have a dream team that believes
in what I’m selling and shares the
same passion.”
While competitors attempt to
replicate Pipedream’s success,
Orlandino says Pipedream will con-
tinue to redefine the industry.
“We’re not done yet — not even
close to done,” Orlandino said.
“There’s another milestone that
we’re working on. We’re preparing
to make a major announcement in
September. … We will be mak-
ing some changes at Pipedream
that will really push us to the next
level.” X
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Overseas Outlook
ETO Show 2013 Forecasts Industry’s Coming Success
BY ALEX AND SUZE, SEXTOYSBUZZ.COM
I
n June’s edition of the ETO Maga-
zine editor Dale Bradford gave an
upbeat appraisal of the prospects
for the U.K. adult industry looking
forward and we found this echoed
in the 2013 ETO show in Birming-
ham, England. It was noticeably
busier than in recent years, which
bodes well for the rest of 2013 and
beyond.
The cleanest-looking and
most recognizable stand in the
whole show was that of German
toy manufacturer OVO whose
considerable presence at last
year’s eroFame in Hanover was
distilled down to the 12 cock
rings and 24 battery-operated vi-
brators that they now offer. This
still represents a large number
of products for a young com-
pany but Hendrick Wibbing of
OVO explained that the rea-
son the company felt the
need for 36 products so
early in its existence
was because of the
diversity of require-
ments expressed by
product testers dur-
ing the range’s
extensive
develop-
ment
pro-
U.K. Fetish
ETO welcomed popular and niche vendors.
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cess. OVO says it is on the look-out for a U.K.
agent who can look forward to distributing an
additional 12 designs in early 2014, all of which
will be rechargeable.
British lube supplier Give Lube appeared for
the first year with the aim of building on the
success of its Classic Premium Silicone and
Premium Aqua Gel. Give Lube picked up the
ETO “Editor’s Choice” award and is building on
its success by developing a warming gel and
flavored lube for release over the course of the
next 12 months.
Distributor Net 1on1 showed off the new
packaging for its in-house ranges and an
expanding number of toys conceived in-house.
Its Oui vibrators are silicone, rechargeable
and ready to challenge some premium brands
with a lower price point; These sit alongside
simple but high quality new, realSkin dildos in
the Loving Joy range. On the upscale section
of the 1On1 booth, LELO U.K. displayed part
of its range, including a white leather and satin
themed bridal bondage set aimed at post “50
Shades” wedding nights.
In one of the few examples of a residual “50
Shades of Grey” effect, the company House of
Eros displayed a concept range of corsets that
its aim to put into full production after focus
group testing. With Celtic and Steam Punk
themed collars, cuffs and corsets, the company
is leveraging its experience in the BDSM market
and expanding its product range into practical
and quality fetish wear.
The Mister B stand was dedicated almost
exclusively to the Keep Burning range with its
signature black/fluorescent color scheme,
Hoolalass ring and B12 Silicone Lube packaged
in a pouch designed to be hung from a harness
during anal sex. Leendert van Wordragen told us
that excellent levels of interest in Keep Burning
had been key to the decision to focus entirely
on that range at the show. He went on to
say that “[the ETO show] is as much about
making contacts and expanding our brand
recognition as taking orders on the day.”
Rocks-Off’s Ian Marshall fronted a col-
orful stand that highlighted the firm’s ever-
increasing range of products, all of them
“with a rock theme, which suits an old
rocker like me,” he said, and in updated
packaging. They include the 40 Lixxx cock
ring reminiscent of John Pasche’s iconic
Rolling Stones logo, Little Cocky — a small
phallic silicone vibrator powered by the new
7 speed RO-80mm bullet, two anal plugs
and the 8 Ball silicone cock ring. Perhaps
the most interesting new product is the
Rock-Chick Mini which is small enough to
be worn under clothing. The company’s
new 7 speed RO-80mm bullet range
in its funky new animal print designs
won in the Best New Product Range
category at the ETO Awards.
Planet Earth, the supplier of a
diverse range of products came
to the show, determined to
emphasize its focus
on Über Lube, which
is now the only lube
line that the com-
pany distributes.
Planet Earth’s
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Hamed Allen said, “It takes very
little to get [the required] results,”
and “[Über Lube has] a wide range
of applications including preventing
chaffing during sports [and] can
be used by hair stylists as well as
during sex.” Planet Earth displayed
a range of packaging options and
simple but practical point-of-sale
display stands for Über Lube.
Looking decidedly like a certain
iconic Japanese back massager,
Doxy is a new name in plug-in oper-
ated vibrators. Demonstrated to us
by William Garland this U.K.-man-
ufactured product was conceived
out of Garland’s experience of
quality issues with similar Chinese
sourced products. Made with a
cast aluminium body and featuring
variable speed and pulse setting
could this be the new Magic Wand?
Creative Conceptions, U.K. dis-
tributors of the Russian-designed G
Vibe devoted a section of its stand
to that particular silicone vibrator.
This company based in the English
Midlands distributes a wide range
of products, including ID lubricants
and interestingly four new games:
An intriguing entry-level dice game
called “Roll Play” and three adult
games Path to Pleasure, Strip or
Tease and You and Me, designed
in-house.
Continuing the theme of adult
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games Tie & Tease is the new of- The mix of suppliers at the ETO industry trends. The backbone of
fering from Matthew Parker which Show 2013 changed as it does established and successful sup-
develops his original Tease game every year with a few new faces pliers return year after year but a
into the BDSM arena with a seduc- but many more established players reduction in emphasis on erotic
tive new look, game play, blindfold who are displaying a maturity and literature and lingerie, and total
and tie. Still in development this sophistication in their product lines absence of R18 producers reflects
game will appeal to vanilla couples that has been occasionally absent how sales directed to the end-
looking for a fun way to venture in the past. user via new channels mean some
into bondage. The ETO Show is like all trade products are perhaps one day
Event organizer Jonathan Kirk events, a dynamic and chimeric destined to skip traditional retailers
told us, “I am absolutely over the creature that adapts and absorbs altogether. X
moon with the ETO Show this
year — there was a real energy
around the event that we really
haven’t had for the past four or five
years. The show has broken the
all-time visitor attendance record
and I can confirm that we are over
1,300 visitors for the first time in
the show’s history.
“The show really benefitted
from the increased presence of
overseas suppliers which of-
fered a wide variety of product
ranges — meaning that visitors
were really spoiled for choice
over their buying decisions. The
lingerie catwalk was once again a
fantastic feature of the show that
brought some fun and glamour to
the event whilst still promoting the
companies which participated. It’s
certainly an area I would like to ex-
pand on for the next show, possibly
moving the whole area to a central
location so it becomes a real hub
and focal point of the show.”
Diversity on Display
Exhibitors from all walks of life participate in ETO.
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Sex, Shame and Retail
Getting Free From the Effects of Cultural Sexual Shame
BY CHARLIE GLICKMAN
I
t’s hardly news to those of us
who work in the sex retail trade
that a lot of folks have difficulty
talking about sex. But have you
thought about what that means
for your customers?
We live in a world that sends
a lot of mixed messages about
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sex. It’s everywhere you look, and
it’s rarely talked about with any real
honesty. It can be an expression
of love, and it’s so dirty that most
people can’t even refer to it without
euphemisms. It’s something that
almost everyone does, and it’s the
one thing that almost everyone lies
about. It’s no wonder that so many
people are confused about sex.
All of that means that most
people are walking around with
shame, embarrassment, or guilt
about their sex lives. Some of
them might never talk about it,
even with a partner. Even the folks
who can talk about it with a partner
might not ever talk about it with
anyone else. And while a lot of us
might scoff at the idea that we
have those emotions, if you’ve ever
hesitated to tell your partner about
your sexual past, your fantasies,
or what turns you on, you’re on the
same spectrum. Just because we
work in the sex retail world doesn’t
mean we’re automatically free
from the effects of cultural sexual
shame.
When customers come to your
stores or websites,
they’re bringing all of
those difficult feelings
with them. It might be
really obvious, like the
shy woman who can’t
make eye contact and
rushes out the door,
or the guy who asks
whether cock rings can
fix his erectile dysfunc-
tion. Or it might be
more subtle, like the
man who won’t ask
any questions because
he can’t admit that he
doesn’t know every-
thing about sex. And
don’t forget the folks
who make loud com-
ments or jokes about
your products when
they come in with their
friends, only to return
solo a few days later to
buy a dildo or anal toy.
Whatever the reason
and however it shows
up, if you want to maxi-
mize sales, you need
to know how to make
your store or website
comfortable and safe
for these folks.
One thing you can do
is make sure that your
staff takes all of your
customer’s questions
and concerns seriously.
I’ve been in a few stores
in which I heard staff
gossiping, laughing,
or making fun of the
customer who just left.
Sure, they waited until
the customer was out
the door, but the rest
of us heard it and I can
guarantee that nobody
else in the store was
going to be asking any
questions. That’s a
missed opportunity for
cross-sells and upsells.
Another easy step
is to remind staff that
they need to let the cus-
tomer guide the interac-
tion. Some people are
really comfortable when
talking about sex, and
you certainly don’t want
to coddle them. Other
folks, though, need
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WOMEN IN ADULT
Finding Solutions
Rebecca Cook Juggles Variety of Executive Roles
BY ARIANA RODRIGUEZ
E
leven years ago, Rebecca
Cook left a career in the cor-
porate world to join Sinclair
Institute — a leading source
for information, guidance and
products focused on improv-
ing the quality of sexual
health, intimacy and communica-
tion in relationships. Her dedication
to sexual health education and
acceptance keeps her busy playing
multiple roles as the company’s
director of marketing, new busi-
ness development and wholesale
operations. One of her upcoming
projects includes the rebranding of
the Sinclair Institute brand. In this
month’s WIA Woman of the Month
spotlight, Cook discusses her mo-
tivation and accomplishments with
Sinclair Institute.
What is your role and responsi-
bility at Sinclair Institute?
I am director of marketing, new
business development and whole-
sale operations. Sinclair is in the
business of empowering people
to live positive, healthy lives by
providing sexual health and well-
ness solutions. To that end, I not
only design new products for our
Sinclair Institute SELECT branded
line, but I also seek out the oppor-
tunities to distribute our products,
brand and message. Whether we
are collaborating with the Discov-
ery Channel, or delivering one of
our free webinars, training a chain
of retail stores, or educating Whole
Foods why sexual health is the
most natural product category they
should carry, I wear many hats
that lead to one ultimate goal, and
that is for Sinclair Institute to be
the trusted resource for innovative
sexual health solutions, products
and information.
What is a typical day at the of-
fice like for you?
First thing in the morning, I
catch up with the wholesale team
to make sure that we are on task
meeting our clients’ immediate
and long-term needs. We work with
very large mainstream catalogs,
Internet and retail chains who
require detailed, deadline-oriented
customer service. We are mas-
ters in our B2B space. I then have
varied projects in the hopper that
are ongoing, long-term and include
new customer acquisition presenta-
tions, new product development,
box design, copy for sell sheets,
email and print ads, press releases
and social media. We then col-
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Rebecca Cook
Sinclair Institute exec is hands on with multiple duties.
laborate weekly to brainstorm
company-wide branding initiatives
whether we are working on a new
webinar series, public TV project,
PR holiday event or trade show.
There are never enough hours.
How did you get into the plea-
sure products business?
I started with Sinclair Institute in
2002, nearly 11 years ago. I was
working as a Biotech Recruiter in
the same office building as Sinclair changes as they evolved and we
and they clearly seemed to be hav- moved into designing and manu-
ing a lot more fun than I was every
day at work. As a good recruiter
would do, I walked into their office
and introduced myself to then
[Sinclair Institute] President Peggy
Oettinger. I was working with them
within the year, and ever since. I
knew very little about the industry,
but I did know how to sell. To me
a product was a product was a
product. Sinclair, however, is a
brand that crosses over into many
markets and has been successful
legitimizing sex I have to say that the education
education and part of my position is most reward-
toys in the main- ing. When I am at a mainstream
stream world. I show where we are the only sexual
appreciate how health company represented, and
Sinclair was the a person comes to me with a ques-
first to bring in- tion or issue, usually with much
structional DVDs anxiety and trepidation, but at the
into the home end of the conversation gives me
in 1991 and has a hug and thanks me profusely for
ever since been listening, hearing them, educating
supplying valu- them and giving them a solution.
able, permission That is what it is all about. It is
giving, advice, even better, when they return the
instruction and next year to thank me again for
products. It is a “changing their lives.” It can be
really fantastic very rewarding.
company to
work for. What is your personal motto or
mantra that you live by?
What chal- In this industry, as in life, I do
lenges have my absolute best not to judge
you con- others — live, and let live. I recog-
fronted in nize that there is a huge swathe of
your career sexual behaviors and interests, and
and how have it is not my job to decide right or
you overcome wrong, but to provide the informa-
them? tion and products that answer
The economy those needs and interests.
has challenged
our wholesale What career accomplishment
business since are you most proud of?
90 percent I spent many years in corporate
of it is large America where I learned a tremen-
mainstream dous amount, traveled the world
retail. The demo- and feel like I truly benefited from
graphic of that all of the hard lessons and valu-
customer is an able information acquired. In this
average age of industry, I put all of that into action
65, which is pre- by approaching sexual health as
cisely the group though it is any other “mainstream”
that needs our business. We provide valuable ser-
sexual health vices and products to the market-
solutions, but who were also most place and we do so in a profession-
directly affected by the recession. al, knowledgeable and authoritative
In addition, Sinclair instructional manner. We are experts in our field
sex education DVDs as a hard and I feel that Sinclair Institute is
good is declining due to this same a pioneer who blazed the trail and
demographic, but also due to the opened the market for many other
move to digital. This age group companies to be successful. I am
is not yet digital savvy so we are proud that Sinclair continues to be
right now in the middle of the a positive influence and feel that
change in medium that they are we are not only an “institute” but
comfortable using. We thankfully an “institution” in the industry.
had the foresight to see these
What are your professional
goals for the remainder of
facturing the SELECT brand of his, 2013?
hers and couples’ toys. We also We are currently working on a
recognized other evolving channels large re-branding project encom-
with huge opportunity, and that passing everything Sinclair. This
despite the recession have contin- includes B2B and B2C channels,
ued to grow exponentially. We are the SELECT line packaging, new
moving Sinclair in the direction of line extensions especially in organ-
the largest potential return on our ics and a further push into the
strengths and are really excited mainstream channel utilizing our
about the future. incredible Advisory Council. We are
working on many exciting projects
What is the most rewarding and initiatives and will keep you in-
part of your job? formed as they come to fruition. X
On the Rise
Lorraine Weinberg’s Impulse Novelties
Offers Range of Luxury Vibes, More
BY BRIAN ROBERTS
W
hen William
S. Burroughs
referred to a
plastic penis
as “Steely
Dan” in his
1959 novel
“Naked Lunch” and 15
years later when Donald
Fagen and Walter Becker
used the term to name
their musical band, it’s
doubtful they ever imag-
ined a $10,000, diamond-
embedded vibrator would
be marketed to the public
in 2013.
But that is what
Sherman Oaks, Calif.-
based Impulse Novelties
has been doing since
January, when Lorraine
Weinberg started a sex
toy business designed to
appeal to mostly female
consumers in the same
way women cherish their
shoe collection.
Impulse Novelties
(theclosetcollectiontoys.
com) offers a modest se-
lection of vibrators, plus
a couple of items in the
Egg and Ben Wa Balls
category. It currently
carries 10 individual mod-
els of vibrators that are available in
different colors.
Barely six months old, the
company has seen consistent
growth and does have aspirations
of expanding.
“We will be bringing in new
items, and we want to keep grow-
ing and growing,” Weinberg said.
“We are having very good re-
sponse to our toys. It’s been very
exciting for everyone. It has done
very well, and we didn’t
expect the re-
sponse. [At first] we sold out
immediately. As a new company,
you try to do it slow and be posi-
tive. So, we hope to continue to
keep everyone’s interest. Also, we
will have a couple new toys at the
upcoming shows. We go to all of
the shows.”
The company’s crown jewel
product, valued at $10,000, is a
model appropriately named the
“Carrie B. Diamond.” The Impulse
website describes the piece as
an “opulent pleasure item” with “a
two-carat total
weight,
diamond
bezel set into
white gold and a
one-carat stone at the
massaging tip.
“Valued at $10,000
and knowing ‘diamonds
are a girl’s best friend,’
this is the ultimate luxury
adult toy.”
The vibe has 12
escalating functions and
comes in a discreet car-
rying bag.
But for consumers on
a more conservative bud-
get, Impulse offers the
“Carrie B. Twister,” which
has a twisted head and is
the Diamond model with-
out the elaborate jewelry.
There are also several
vibes that have curved
tips, designed for G-Spot
stimulation.
Out of the entire
vibrator collection, two
of the top sellers are the
“Dulce Bunny” and the
“Carrie B. Slim G.” The
“Dulce Bunny” (dulce
originating from the Latin
word for “sweet”) tickles
in multiple speeds and
functions, is somewhat
compact, and colored in
either pink or turquoise.
The “Carrie B. Slim G,”
described on the company’s
website as “where classic design
and sensory pleasure meet,” is
one of the rounded G-Spot models.
It has 12 functions, and like all of
the company’s products, comes in
attractive packaging that includes
a discreet, silky carrying bag.
Weinberg said she finds the G-
spot models are growing in popu-
larity and “they sell very well.”
But Weinberg noted that her top-
selling item is her lone Egg/Bullet
item, the “Stellah Obsession.”
This 10-function massager has a
remote control which works
from as far as 25 feet away.
It comes in two colors
and is phthalate-free, as
are all of the products.
Phthalates are an
For the Ladies
Impulse Novelties’ Closet Collection
features a fashionable shoe theme.
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early
ingre-
dient of
plastics
development
that have recently
been phased out in many plastic
products due to health concerns.
Rather than utilize phthalate-
related materials, ABS, or acrylo-
nitrile butadiene styrene materials,
and silicone are used in produc-
tion. ABS materials are much safer,
softer and durable, and can bend
without snapping, according to
Weinberg.
She added, “They are mostly sili-
cone and they are just very lovely,
soft feeling toys. And we’re getting
a lot of attention because, of
course, the packaging. Our boxes
are very, very nice—very feminine.
“In every box, there is a silk bag
to put the toy in. And on each box,
there is a take-off of a fashion shoe
designer, so they’re named like the
shoes.”
Other models of their vibrator/
massagers have names such as
“Emili Oh!,” “Donatella,” “Jimmee,”
“Lorenzee,” and “Roberta.” For
example, the “Jimmee Lightening
Rod” is quite interesting as a multi-
tasking massager with a “dazzling
light show” in the toy.
All of the Impulse products come
with a one-year warranty. Rather
than taking an unusable product
back to the retailer, customers can
deal directly with the company for
a replacement.
“The customer can send the toy
to us and we will replace it so the
store doesn’t have to be bothered,”
Weinberg said.
Distributors and retailers can
contact Impulse Novelties at their
website TheClosetCollectionToys
.com or by calling the office toll-
free at (888) 923-9224. X
 Features Pleasure Products
Defending Toys
Sex Toy Prohibitions in the Bible Belt: Where Things Stand in 2013
BY ALEX HENDERSON
F
rom the Pleasure Chest to
the Seattle-based Babeland
(which celebrated its 20th
anniversary this year) to the
U.K.-based Ann Summers
chain, sex toy sales continue
to be a highly profitable part
of the adult entertainment industry.
Ann Summers, in fact, has cred-
ited the popularity of E.L. James’
softcore BDSM novel “Fifty Shades
of Grey” with a 60 percent increase
in blindfold sales and a 30 percent
increase in handcuff sales (both
leather and metal). But some parts
of the U.S. are still problematic
if one earns his/her living selling
vibrators, dildos and nipple clamps.
The good news for sex toy provid-
ers in the U.S. is that selling them is
legal in the vast majority of states;
the bad news is that in 2013, some
parts of the Bible Belt still prohibit
or greatly restrict their sale.
States that have had so-called
“obscene device” laws have
included Georgia, Texas, Louisiana,
Kansas, Virginia and Mississippi,
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but prohibitions in most of those
states have been struck down.
Presently, the strictest prohibi-
tion is in Alabama, which in 1998,
passed a statewide ban on the sale
of sex toys — and violations can re-
sult in a year in jail and a $10,000
fine. That law has been challenged
in the courts, but so far, the U.S.
Supreme Court has declined to
examine its constitutionality. And
in 2009, the U.S. Court of Appeals
for the 11th Circuit upheld the law
as constitutional.
But in 2008, Texas’ obscene
device law was rendered unen-
forceable by a 5th Circuit deci-
sion — which, according to First
Amendment attorney Lawrence G. Lisa S. Lawless
Walters, applies to Mississippi’s law The founder of Holistic Wisdom is an outspoken critic of obscene device laws.
as well because Mississippi is also
in the 5th Circuit. The Texas law 2003 was also the year in which unconstitutional. But while the 5th
was passed in 1973 but was only the U.S. Supreme Court handed Circuit agreed with that viewpoint,
enforced sporadically; in 2003, down its landmark decision in Law- the 11th Circuit didn’t.
however, Texas-based Joanne rence v. Texas, which struck down “The Lawrence v. Texas deci-
Webb (a former schoolteacher) was a Texas sodomy law and invalidated sion essentially recognized that
arrested for selling vibrators to two sodomy laws all over the U.S. — and you have a right to be free from
undercover police officers posing opponents of obscene device laws governmental interference in your
as a married couple (the charges contend that the Lawrence ruling intimate sex life,” Walters ex-
were later dropped). makes all obscene device laws plained. “The 5th Circuit relied on
that language and on that concept there’s a clear prohibition there. phenomenon and more emphasis tion’s highest judicial body, the U.S.
when it invalidated the Texas law Certainly, I would recommend to on sex toy parties,” Lawless as- Supreme Court, declining to weigh
and said that Texas’ prohibition any of my novelty clients that they serted, “the general public is more in one way or another, the future of
on the sale of obscene devices geo-block Alabama.” comfortable with sex toys than at those laws is still up in the air.
interferes with your ability to One online retailer/sexologist any other time in history. Anyone “I’m not sure the Supreme Court
engage in intimate sexual activity who has been a consistent and attempting a ban on the sale of wants to extend the Lawrence v.
either with yourself, your spouse or outspoken critic of obscene device such products is going to have a Texas decision to protect dildos,”
your partner. The Texas law didn’t laws is North Carolina-based Lisa difficult time winning the consen- Walters said. “They caught enough
prohibit possession of the devices, S. Lawless, founder of Holistic sus of the majority.” flack from the morality groups for
but you couldn’t buy them any- Wisdom, Inc. and the National As- Lawless and others who sell invalidating sodomy laws. If the
where because the promotion and sociation for the Advancement of sex toys online are hoping that Supreme Court did look at the
sale of the items was prohibited. Science & Art in Sexuality (NAAS- eventually, the U.S. Supreme Court obscene device laws, they would
So the 5th Circuit said that if you’re AS). Lawless said that at this point, will strike down obscene device be forced under Lawrence v. Texas
going to prohibit companies from sex toys are so ubiquitous — even laws all over the country. But with to invalidate them — and I’m not
selling them, you are essentially in the Bible Belt — that obscene obscene device laws having been sure they want to go there yet.
prohibiting people from obtain- device laws are way out of the upheld in the 11th Circuit and invali- They might at some point in the
ing them and using them and are mainstream. “With the Fifty Shades dated in the 5th Circuit and the na- future.” X
banning them from the
marketplace. But the
11th Circuit didn’t agree
with that interpretation
and did not recognize
the fundamental right
to privacy in your sex
life, emanating from
Lawrence v. Texas. The
11th Circuit found that
states can use enforce-
ment of public morals
as a sufficient basis for
legislation, and there-
fore, that the obscene
device law in Alabama
was constitutional.”
Walters said that Vir-
ginia’s obscene device
law “could potentially
be applied to sex toys
given the language”
but that the law has
not been challenged
in court. Virginia is not
covered by the 11th or
5th Circuit rulings on
obscene device laws
because Virginia is in
the 4th Circuit.
These days, sex toys
are sold in a variety of
environments, ranging
from brick-and-mortar
stores to sex toy par-
ties (female-oriented
gatherings similar to
Tupperware parties) to
adult industry conven-
tions to cyberspace.
And obscene device
laws make life compli-
cated for online sex toy
merchants who have
customers in different
states and even differ-
ent countries. Walters
said that if a webmas-
ter based outside of
Alabama sells sex toys
online to an Alabama
resident, Alabama
authorities have the
right to confiscate the
items when they enter
that state.
“We don’t see a
whole lot of active
geo-blocking of juris-
dictions,” Walters said
of American websites
that specialize in selling
sex toys. “Alabama is
probably the one clear
exception because

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 Features Pleasure Products
Building an Icon
In 3 Years, Icon Brands Has Established Itself as an Industry Mainstay
BY TOD HUNTER
L
aunched in July 2011 as a
boutique label focusing on a
small number of branded lines
focused on specific merchan-
dising categories, Icon Brands
starts its third year at the
Summer 2013 ANME Show.
The Icon Brands inventory currently
offers six lines, half of which are
inspired by successful production
companies: Evil Angel — extreme
and fetish items; Falcon and Raging
Stallion — men’s products; plus Eat
Play Love — romantic edibles; Icon
Brands Signature — soft novel-
ties; and V Lubricants — premium,
paraben-free lubricants.
Founded by Evil Angel owner
John Stagliano and Urban Graph-
ics owner Jeff L, the company’s
personnel includes Joanie Lee,
vice president of sales; Rebecca
Weinberg, director of product
development; and Jenny Tse, sales
and merchandising. Lee started
in the adult industry in 1999 and
was previously VP of Sales at
Video Team. Weinberg was an
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e-commerce buyer from 2002 and
product developer at several adult-
novelty companies, and Tse was an
account executive at Doc Johnson
for more than 15 years before
moving to Icon.
“The three of us have strong
opinions, but we also have a lot of
respect for one another,” Lee told
XBIZ. “I think our passion for what
we do and our common goal to
grow Icon Brands to its full poten-
tial makes us an even stronger
team.”
The company offers some 200
items, each with its own distinctive
tie-in to the company’s standing
brands: “We aren’t just creating
new and innovative items. We are
growing existing and success-
ful brands,” Lee said. “All of our
almost 200 items fall under only
six brands and that allows for easy
merchandising and quicker sales
through brand recognition. A fan
of Buttman can go to an Evil Angel
section of a store and find a Butt-
man Viewable Butt Plug. He’s going
to recognize the brand he loves,
identify with it and feel confident
Wide Range
Icon Brands carries products in multiple categories.
buying it. A Falcon fan will follow
a star on DVD, and then find his
dong on a wall. Name recognition
is everything, and with our iconic
brands it’s built-in.”
“Every item indeed has a
backstory and a reason why
it was added to our line,”
Weinberg said. “As the market
has shown, making a cut-out
paddle that can leave a cool
shape mark on the receiver has
been all the rage over the past
few years — everything from
a cute little heart to a full tire
tread. With thoughts of the big
burly men of Falcon, one of our
very reserved owners yelled
out ‘How about a boot paddle?’
My thoughts were ‘what a great
idea’ … it has to exist already.
But lo and behold we were the
first. And so we say at Icon,
‘Nothing says love like a kick in
the ass.’”
“A big reason why our video
branded toys have done so
well is because we create
items specifically targeted to
the consumer of that brand
category,” Lee told XBIZ. “You
wouldn’t blink to see our Rag-
ing Stallion Helmet Head Plugs
or Jackboot Paddle on the set
of a Raging Stallion movie. That
means a fan of Raging Stallion
movies or the consumer they
target will likely appreciate that
item. We don’t blindly throw
products into a line to see
what sticks. From product to
package design to marketing,
we remain focused on who is
buying the item and how they
are using it. “One of the tie-ins
at Icon Brands’ launch was Evil
Angel toys.
“Evil Angel toys was an obvi-
ous venture, being that John
Stagliano is a partner in Icon
Brands,” Lee told XBIZ. “Luckily,
Evil Angel Video is also one of the
most well-known adult production
companies in the world. Several
key personnel at Icon Brands have
career backgrounds in video pro-
duction and sales, including myself.
Awareness of the numerous video
companies and their impact on the
adult market helps when choosing
brands to partner with.”
The company’s gay lines are tied
in with leading gay studios Falcon
and Raging Stallion. “Falcon Stu-
dios has been at the forefront of
the gay adult production business
for over 30 years,” Lee said. “The
first molds we released have been
around for quite some time and
have always been super-popular,
due to their quality and size. When
we took over the license, these
legacy dongs were not being ac-
tively distributed. We repackaged
them, and added a whole range
of new Falcon and Raging Stallion
products to revitalize the line. We
believed in the Falcon name and it
paid off. Today Falcon and Raging
Stallion are a huge success — the
leading novelty lines in gay. And
when it comes to new molds, we
consult with the experts at Falcon
to guide us in choosing the right
performers for their brand, like
Jesse Santana and D.O. who were
the most recent Raging Stallion
molds.”
Falcon products include signa-
ture cocks from Falcon Exclusive
performers as well as plugs, pros-
tate massagers and strokers. The
rougher-trade Raging Stallion lines
include giant butt plugs, big toys,
and the previously mentioned boot
paddles, in keeping with the harder
Raging Stallion appeal.
The Fashionistas-branded toys
tied in with John Stagliano’s award-
SEE ICON, PAGE 126
 Features Pleasure Products
BDSM for All
Helping Consumers Get Their Kink On
BY SUNNY MEGATRON, CLUBCALEXOTICS.COM
B
DSM has become a fixture
in mainstream culture. Fifty
Shades of Grey opened the
floodgates leaving increas-
ing numbers of consumers
eager to dip their toes in
the kinky waters. Lack of
clear information, an overwhelming
number of product choices, and
apprehension about the unknown
can make it difficult to take that
first kinky step.
When giving guidance and
product information to the kink
curious, it’s important to dispel
BDSM myths. Remind your custom-
ers that:
BDSM Is Not That Weird
Broken down to simplest terms,
BDSM isn’t as intimidating or
severe as it seems. Many sexual
activities “vanilla” folks engage in
can be considered kinky. Consen-
sually tying someone’s hands with
a necktie, being domineering in
bed, wearing costumes, and hair
pulling are all aspects of BDSM.
Many of us are kinky without even
realizing it.
The acronym BDSM stands for:
bondage/discipline, dominance/
submission, and sadomasoch-
ism. These words represent most
activities included under the kinky
umbrella. It’s rare to find a
kinkster who likes ev-
erything the acronym
represents. For
instance, if you
only like bond-
age, you’re still
considered a
practitioner of
BDSM. Although
pain can be one
aspect of kink,
it’s very possible
to get your freak
on without it.
The Purpose of
BDSM Is Very
Individual
Some people
enjoy BDSM because
they like playing
with dominant/
submissive
power
dynamics.
Others
love the
endorphin
rush that
results
from pain.
Sometimes
kink gives us the
permission we need to
shed sexual inhibitions. Some
believe sharing new sensual experi-
ences creates deeper intimacy
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with partners.
BDSM is appealing for many dif-
ferent reasons. The one thing they
have in common is they are done
for the mutual and consensual
enjoyment for all involved. Encour-
age your customer to think about
what result they wish to achieve by
exploring kink. Have them consider
the following types of play:
Sensory Deprivation
For sensual players, sensory de-
privation is a wonderful start. The
premise is simple: if you remove
one or more of the five senses,
the remaining senses become
amplified. Putting on a Plushy
Gear Eye Mask makes every touch
and sound seem more intense.
More daring kinksters can opt for
the Lover’s Headgear Advanced
Eyemask and Mouth Gag or add
sensation play, bondage, or pain
into the mix.
Sensation Play
Sensory deprivation and sensa-
tion play go hand in hand. Running
a Playful Tickler over the skin, teas-
ing with an ice cube or drizzling a
First Time Fetish Flogger across a
blindfolded partner’s sensual areas
will kick their sense of touch into
overdrive. This type of play can
be tender or adrenaline
packed depending on
the participants’
preference and
style.
Bondage
Some
submissives
feel closer to
their lovers
when sur-
rendering
all control,
or to switch
things up
reverse
roles. Use
restraints
on the
dominant
partner,
allowing
them to lay
back and
enjoy the
ride. The
Plushy Gear
Ankle and
Wrist Cuffs
are com-
fortable,
vegan-
friendly and
have a quick release.
They can be used in conjunction
with ropes or attached to other
objects for advanced play.
Pain Play
Pain in sexual scenarios can
be very pleasurable. Spanking
the butt and thighs with a Scan-
dal Paddle increases blood-flow
to the erogenous zones aiding
in arousal. Adjustable First Time
Fetish Nipple Teasers can be used
on the nipples, labia or scrotal skin
for a similar effect. After a few min-
utes of even mild pain, the body
releases “feel good” chemicals
known as endorphins. Similar to a
“runners high” endorphins cause
us to enter a mildly euphoric state.
This is especially pleasurable when
combined with sexual activity and
sensory deprivation.
Overall, it’s important to remind
consumers that BDSM isn’t some-
thing alternative people practice.
It’s normal, healthy and most of
us already engage in it to some
extent. Kicking it up a notch
doesn’t require fetish clothing
or expensive BDSM gear. With
a few simple items, a little
creativity, and some encour-
agement, anyone can explore
their kinks. X
Sunny Mega-
tron is a sexu-
ality educa-
tor and
blogger,
host of
X3Sixty’s
Outside
the Box,
and
California Exotic Nov-
elties’ Expert Sexpert.
You can find her at
SunnyMegatron.com or
on ClubCalExotics.com
Levels of Exploration
Couples can start soft and move into
kinkier territories.
 Features Pleasure Products
Infinite Possibilities
NS Novelties Introduces Infinit Customizable Vibe
BY ALEX GLASS
N
S Novelties has introduced
its latest innovation — the
Infinit vibe, which include
three, fully independent
operating motors, each
located in one of the three
bendable arms for a fully
customizable experience.
NS Novelties aptly named this
massager, Infinit, “given the infinite
number of sensations a user can
enjoy with it,” the company said.
Not only can the arms be bent and
twisted to one’s personal needs,
but each of the seven-function mo-
tors provides a limitless number of
combinations. The Infinit is suitable
for women as well as men. It can
be used in vaginal and anal play,
and also an added stimulant to
other erogenous zones like nipples
and testicles.
“Our aim has always been to
develop products that are different
than all other items out there — to
find a way to expand on current
technology and create something
incredibly unique,” said Lavi Yedid,
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director of operations for NS
Novelties. “The design and con-
struction of the Infinit sets us apart
from our competitors. One of the
frustrations people have vocalized
with vibrators, are the limitations
that exist with both vibration and
shape of an individual product. The
Infinit now gives users the ability
to mold the vibrator into a shape
that is most gratifying to their own
personal needs and with an infinite
number of customized vibrational
settings, they can’t go wrong!
There is absolutely nothing in the
market like it!”
The fully rechargeable Infinit fea-
tures high-end construction, with
a base made from durable, body
safe aluminum and flexible arms of
a silky silicone.
According to the company, re-
tailers at the Adult Ex show in Aus-
tralia this past April immediately
recognized what made this product
so unique to the marketplace.
The number of pre-orders on the
Infinit, exceeds almost every other
pre-ordered item released by NS
Novelties in the past three years.
“However, it isn’t just the retail-
ers and distributors that have been
wow’d by the Infinit, therapists
specializing in Somatic Sexual
Therapy have also discovered the
widespread appeal of the product,”
the company said. “Somatic Sexual
Therapy involves touching to im-
prove physical sensation aware-
ness and professionals in that field
see how they can incorporate the
Infinit into sessions where patients
need enhanced touch sensation.
The item’s unique bendable arms
can be positioned into finger-like
poses and the addition of vibration
can add tenfold to sensory stimula-
tion.”
The Infinit rechargeable mas- Multi-functional Design
sager joins several other success- NS Novelties’ latest release is bendable
ful predecessors in NS Novelties’ and rechargeable.
luxury releases — The Alise, The
Muse, the Virtue Trio, etc. as izable design that caters to the
premium options for discriminating varied needs of the consumer.
buyers. The debut items boasts ev- Distributors and retailers that
erything one would expect from a have not yet experienced the won-
high-end product — groundbreaking der of the Infinit had the opportu-
technology, body safe materials, nity to get a first-hand look at the
rechargeable functionality making recent ANME show in Burbank on
it eco-friendly, and a fully custom- July 13–15. X
 Features Gay

Rough & Wilde

With a Mix of Mainstream and Extreme, Director Paul Wilde
Has Stepped Out of the Shadows and Into the Limelight at Titan
BY DAN CAMERON

I
t’s fitting that after Paul Wilde
discovered his interest in fetish
in the 1990s — when his first
boyfriend introduced him to the
AA Meat Market and the old
Touché in Chicago — the first
adult film he purchased was
“Fallen Angel.” Little did he know at
the time how influential that Titan
film would have on his life — and
how influential a voice he would
have for the powerhouse studio.
“Thank you, Bruce Cam,” says
Wilde of the “Angel” helmer and
his eventual boss. “I pretty much
played that VHS tape until it gave
out. It introduced me to a fantasy
world that has become a very real
part of my personal life. There’s a
level of intimacy and connection
inherent with kink that often isn’t
a part of more vanilla activities.
It has an intensity that I love. We
have a vibrant kink community here
in San Francisco, and I’m proud to
be a part of it.”
It was a long road he traveled
from his beginnings on the other
side of the country, where Wilde
grew up in central North Carolina
the youngest in a family of five.
“The area was very conservative
and intensely religious, so growing
up as a gay kid wasn’t easy. Theatre
became an interest of mine in mid-
dle school — it was a place where I
could be myself and still be ac-
cepted. It was a safe space through
my high school and undergradu-
ate years,” he says. “I was a late
bloomer as a gay man. I remember
watching ‘The Wild Wild West’ as a
kid. Here was a handsome, hairy
man in skintight pants with his
shirt off, tied up (usually spread
eagle), drenched in sweat and
being tortured by a little guy. No
wonder I’m kinky. Robert Conrad,
Sam Elliott (remember “Lifeguard”?) Porn was my introduction
and Sean Connery were my child- to gay sex. The men I
hood crushes. I didn’t know about
Daddies or bondage back then, but I encountered taught
did know it turned me on.” me how to navigate
But growing up in the South the subculture and the
at that time, there weren’t many
places to learn about being gay. importance of looking out
There was no Internet, but there for each other.
were tearooms and adult book-
stores, so that’s where Wilde went  — Paul Wilde
to explore his sexuality. DIRECTOR, TITAN
“Porn was my introduction to
gay sex. The men I encountered
taught me how to navigate the
subculture and the importance of
looking out for each other. This
was where I learned about cruising,
sex and relationships. Fortunately,
there are amazing resources avail-
able online today that help men
explore their sexuality in a safer
environment.”

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 After earning a BA in theatre,
Wilde headed to graduate school in
Bloomington, Indiana — where he
conveniently bloomed into the man
he would become after finding the
fetish community and beginning
his transition from college life to
the professional world. He taught
technical theatre at a small liberal
arts college south of Indianapolis,
moving up through the hierarchy
during his 15 years: receiving
tenure, designing and building over
60 productions, and working as an
administrator. Wilde describes it
as a great experience, and about
seven years ago he (along with his
partner) decided to move to San
Francisco and begin a new adven-
ture starting his own life-coach
practice.
“It was difficult to make ends
meet, so I went searching on
Craigslist for a part-time job. Fortu-
nately, Titan was looking for a pro-
duction assistant with experience
building sets. It was a fast track: I
applied on Monday, interviewed on
Tuesday and started on Thursday.
I’ve been here ever since.”
Wilde started out in 2006 as
a part-time production assistant
building sets and “holding crotch
lights.” It quickly became a full-time
position, and he began to learn the
business side of the industry. Wilde
expressed an interest in directing
JOE GAGE
DIRECTOR
When he began taking on
camerawork, his eye for
detail was revealed to be
both sophisticated and
gritty — just the way I like
it. He is a gem.
in 2008, and fetish seemed the
natural place to start. He co-direct-
ed a number of projects with Brian
Mills and finally directed his first
feature in 2009. Wilde also moved
into managing and co-directing the
Rough line with performer/director
Tony Buff about the same time.
“When Brian retired in April
2012, I was asked to take over
as the production manager and
primary director. It’s been an inter-
esting journey from an entry-level
position to where I am now. I have
been fortunate that, as my skills
and interests expanded, I’ve been
able to move into more challenging
roles,” says Wilde, who vividly re-
calls his first foray into solo direct-
ing. “‘Triage’ was my first title, and
my first scene was directing a six-
man group scene including fisting,
watersports and scrotal inflation. In
the scene, I remember thinking to
myself, ‘What have I gotten myself
into?’ Afterwards, I realized I had a
blast!”
Wilde cites Mills as having the
most influence on him as a director:
“He taught me the mechanics of
lighting and shot lists, but he went
further to show me how to incorpo-
rate my own artistic interests into
the mechanics of production. Brian
encouraged me to find my own
way of directing that meshes with
my personality and style. I’ve been
fortunate to work with Joe Gage as
well. I’ve always admired his skill in
creating a sexual tension within his
scenes. Joe has been in this indus-
try for a while and he’s watched it
evolve. He’s helped me put what I
do as a newer director in perspec-
tive and to look at the larger picture
rather than the details.”
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Gage remembers the day he met
Wilde — it was on a Titan sound
stage where they were starting
production on “The Road to Red-
neck Hollow.” “Paul had designed
and built the main set, and I was
knocked out by the craftsmanship
that had gone into it. Turned out we
both came from theatre back-
grounds, and we bonded pretty
quickly as we shared our past ex-
periences in the trenches. When he
began taking on camerawork, his
eye for detail was revealed to be
both sophisticated and gritty — just
the way I like it. He is a gem.”
Wilde notes that he tries very
hard to keep the Rough scenes
as authentic as possible. He has
been a part of the fetish line since
its launch in 2009 with “Shock
Treatment.” Since then, the off-
shoot has explored the extreme
in titles like “Bound and Beaten,”
“Kennel Master,” “Fist Deep” and
“Smack” — perhaps an odd collec-
tion of titles coming from a man
with such a genuine, inviting smile
and affable, friendly demeanor.
“This scene might be someone’s
first foray into the fetish world, so
I want to keep it accessible. I try
to work with skilled players doing
the things they like to do so their
connection and enthusiasm comes
through. I’ve been in the fetish
SEE WILDE, PAGE 126
 Reviews
Bikini Outlaws
WICKED PICTURES
In this Wicked Pictures/Barrett Blade “vision,”
a quartet of female bank robbers—yes, they’re
all dressed in bikinis—are partying together in a
cheap hotel room after a big heist… with each
chick having a flashback revealing her some-
what sordid past—and some hot-fucking sex!
You get five hump scenes with the best
undoubtedly featuring Jessa Rhodes and
box-cover girl Samantha Saint. Even the les-
bian threesome between Anna Morna, Jessa
Rhodes, and Saint is somewhat of a scorcher,
with Morna really munching on Rhodes’ luscious
butt. And speaking of Rhodes… She must have
one of the best rumps in town. A cute little thing
from Oregon, she fills any room with absolute
eroticism, particularly in her scene as a, will-
Director: Barrett Blade
Cast: Samantha Saint, Anna Morna, Jessa Rhodes, Teal Conrad, Danny Mountain, Eric Masterson, Keni
Styles, Mr. Pete.
Facial Violation 2
LÉWOOD / EVIL ANGEL
Francesca Lé is not a nice girl, but she is a
great wife. That’s the feeling you take away af-
ter watching Lé and her sick-nificant other, Mark
Wood, facially violate eight pretty young starlets
in the most humiliating and disturbing manner
possible. It’s a bad cop/worse cop routine with
Lé playing the worse cop this side of L.A.’s
infamous Rampart division.
Each scene has a set up, one that usu-
ally justifies or explains the abuse. Once the
punishment starts, each girl’s throat is throttled
violently with hands, fingers and Wood. Lé is
absolutely diabolical, pinching girls’ noses with
Directors: Francesca Lé, Mark Wood
Cast: Riley Reid, Anikka Albrite, Maddy O’Reilly, AJ Applegate, Jodi Taylor, Sierra Sanders, Madelyn Mon-
roe, Jordana Heat, Francesca Lé.
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ingly exploited, stripper/hooker with vintage
stud Eric Masterson.
Limey Keni Styles, excellent here as a creepy
villain, gets to bang Samantha Saint in a junk-
yard. Romantic.
“Bikini Outlaws” is, hands down, one of direc-
tor Blade’s best Wicked titles. Yes, he does
make his four “Outlaws” hard-spirited and rather
unlikable, making you scratch your head and
justifiably wonder, ‘These girls look like such
great fucks … but, man, they’re such terrible
human beings.’ Blade, however, deftly delivers a
highly satisfying, even somewhat artistic (but no
less cool) ending. Check it out.
 — George Mainwaring
her toes and mocking them in ways that would
make the meanest bullies cry. Even when she
asks “do you need a break” or “aren’t you hav-
ing the time of your life,” it’s pure venom hidden
behind a sing-song delivery.
Sierra Sanders gets it especially vicious, and
Riley Reid’s cuteness is destroyed in a matter
of minutes. AJ Applegate has her gullet cock-
punched while bent over backwards in a spider-
walk position. Every scene is a keeper. Just like
Wood’s wife.
 — Derek Richards
 Hot Body Ink
ELEGANT ANGEL
Five tattooed tarts each get seriously penetrat-
ed with needles filled with sperm as opposed to
ink in this colorful Elegant Angel outing.
Since this is a sex movie and not a documen-
tary on tats, it’s good that director William H. fo-
cuses on — and succeeds in — getting the most
out of his painted ladies’, sexually speaking,
skin-deep talents, the best of lot being the stick-
ings and prickings heartily delivered to Bonnie,
Bailey, and Christy. Each of the five sex scenes
is proceeded by glamour interludes of the girls
posing in rather elaborate, tasteful settings.
Attacking our totally torrid three in chronologi-
cal order… Cover model Bonnie Rotten, sport-
ing some pretty impressive tats, winds up on
an imitation-black-leather couch with Mick Blue,
who eventually pounds her crapper silly. Bailey
Blue is paired up with Manuel Ferrara  for plenty
of Kissing, choking, sucking, and poking here—
Director: William H.
Cast: Bonnie Rotten, Sarah Jessie, Bailey Blue, Dana Vespoli, Christy Mack, Mick Blue, Erik Everhard,
Manuel Ferrara.
Welcome Back Kotter XXX:
A DreamZone Parody
DREAMZONE ENTERTAINMENT
Mr. Kotter’s “Sweat Hogs” finally made it to
graduation, so it’s time for them to celebrate
by getting laid or finding prom dates, whichever
comes first. That’s the premise for this likeable
spoof from director Jordan Septo, who took on
the classic 70’s television sitcom based on a
teacher in Brooklyn, N.Y., circa 1975.
The “Sweat Hogs,” played by Tommy Pistol,
Jon Jon, Seth Gamble, and Ryan McClane, each
do an admirable job with Brooklyn accents and
mannerisms reminiscent of the original charac-
ters. And Anthony Rosano, one of porn’s best
actors, delivers another entertaining perfor-
mance, this time as Gabe Kotter.
Director: Jordan Septo
Cast: Allie Haze, Eva Angelina, Mia Gold, Scarlet Banks, Anthony Rosano, Seth Gamble, Tommy Pistol,
Ryan McClane and Jon Jon.
and, yes, she does take it up her anus.
And Christy Mack? She’s got a notably lus-
cious body and a really cool haircut. Lucky prick
Mick Blue taps Mack—on a good, old-fashioned
white sofa this time. She enjoys having ass
slapped, just as much as we enjoy watching her
getting it smacked. No anal here.
And while “Hot Body Ink” does well to zero in
on the sex — and frequently blistering it is! — it
still would have been neat if director William H.
let his camera linger just a little longer on some
of these ladies’ incredible body art, especially
the relatively extensive work on Bonnie Rotten
and Bailey Blue. For instance, the ghoul on the
right side of Bonnie’s stomach is particularly
eye-popping. In fact, much of her body looks
like the panels of an E.C. horror comic from the
1950s or something. Cool!
 — Riley Greenleaf
The standout sex scene sees Kotter cheating
on his wife with his sexy neighbor Christy (Scar-
let Banks), who gives as good as she gets and
does a great job cleaning up Kotter’s spooge
after taking a big facial. But Allie Haze, who
plays Kotter’s wife Julie, also made a lasting
impression hooking up with fan favorite Arnold
Horseshack, played by Ryan McClane. Looking
incredible in glasses and a plaid shirt, Haze
fucks McLane in the finale to put a nice bow on
the movie. Anyone who’s spent any time with
the original series will find plenty to like in this
silly send-up from DreamZone.
 — John Sanford
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 Reviews Video
Director: Tommy Pistol
Cast: Bonnie Rotten, Nikki
Hearts, Phoenix Askani, As-
phyxia Noir, Annie Cruz, Mark
Wood, john Strong, Tommy
Pistol.
Director: Jim Powers
Cast: Chanel Preston, Allie
Haze, Elexis Monroe, Kimmy
Olson, Casey Calvert, Richie
Calhoun, Ryan Driller, Danny
Wylde, Evan Stone.
Director: Nica Noelle
Cast: Annika Albrite, Phoenix
Marie, Gracie Glam, Jessie
Andrews, Laurie Vargas,
Melina Mason, Alia Starr, Faye
Reagan.
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Beyond Fucked
SMASH PICTURES
“Beyond Fucked” is a horror/porn hybrid set in the
aftermath of a zombie apocalypse. Only the heavily tatted
have survived. Bonnie Rotten is one of them, and she is
on a mission to collect whatever human sperm is left to
repopulate mankind. It’s a great premise that falls victim
to budget restraints. There’s plenty of blood, but nothing
on the screen goes beyond backyard filmmaking, and
while that could be campy fun, there’s just not enough
humor to make it so.
Rotten, in her first leading role, looks crazy-hot as the
flick’s femme fatal, and delivers its hottest sex scenes.
Unfortunately, what feels like a rushed storyline prevents
her character from being more than a caricature. It’s
especially disappointing to see her lack of emotion when
she encounters her former lover in a zombie fight tank —
easily the best twist in the film.
 — Peter Gibbons
Bound By Desire: Act 1
SMASH PICTURES
Romance takes a beating in this latest BDSM feature
from Smash Pictures and director Jim Powers. Allie Haze
and the irresistibly cute Casey Calvert play best friends
caught up in a world where women submit to men’s
every sexual command — regardless of how perverse. But,
don’t be scared. The danger is implied and eroticized for
couples to enjoy.
Haze performs in two scenes with Ryan Driller, one on
board a yacht and the other in a bedroom with a bowl of
whipped cream. Calvert doesn’t fuck in the film, but has
a sultry solo that holds its own. Chanel Preston steals the
show with a romp that finds her whipped by Evan Stone
and fucked by Richie Calhoun.
 — Chad Meyers
Girls Tribbing Girls 2
GIRL CANDY FILMS
When girls “trib,” they rub their twats together. And if you
dig watching such scenarios — along with down-home
face-suckin’ and muff-munchin’ — then you’re definitely
gonna wanna sink your into this.
Interestingly enough, the best scene comes right at the
start of GTG2: namely Annika and Phoenix Marie. In each
of the four scenes, the pairs of ladies featured first talk
separately to the camera about their likes, in just about
all respects, and, eventually, their opinion of the girl with
whom they’re about to … trib.
The Gracie Glam/Jessie Andrews hookup is somewhat
potent; Laurie Vargas/Melina Mason and Alia Star/Faye
Reagan round out the action.
 — Walter Paisley
Director: Uncredited
Cast: Rilynn Rae, Emily Austin, laugh, however, when he texts a pic of his cock inside
Bella Noire, Evi Foxx, Kurt
Lockwood, Anthony Rosano,
Talon.
Director: Francois Clousot
Cast: Lola Foxx, Gisele Leon,
Molly Bennett, Casi James,
Brenne Benson, Rocco Reed,
Derrick Pierce, Barrett Blade,
Bill Bailey, Danny Mountain.
Director: Uncredited
Cast: Chanel Preston, Jada
Stevens, India Summer,
Bridgette B, Lexington Steele.
Boffing the
Babysitter 16
DEVIL’S FILM
While these babysitters are terrible at their jobs, their
wanton behavior is exactly what makes them attractive
hires for husbands and single dads tired of their wives
and looking for a little more than child’s play.
Bella Noire, a cute and dark-haired girl too chipper to
truly pull off her goth/pinup look, delivers the movie’s hot-
test scene, in which she’s caught texting nude selfies to
her boyfriend while on a babysitting gig. When confronted
by her employer Mr. Lockwood, she just laughs and urges
him to spank her and eat her pussy. He gets the last
Bella to her boyfriend.
 — Chad Meyers
College Daze
ROCK STAR ENTERTAINMENT /
ADAM & EVE PICTURES
Francois Clousot, Wicked Pictures’ ace director of
photography, is one of the best in the business, but this
independent venture, is pretty tame. The videography
(David Lord on camera) is good, and all the girls are fresh
and pretty, but it all looks like just a job, with very little
excitement.
Lola Foxx narrates. She wonders what college girls do
when they come back home on break, and then we see
some examples. Gisele Leon gets flirty-flirty with Rocco
Reed. Molly Bennett makes a pass at Derrick Pierce, who
is putting up some curtains for her.
Casi James, who just may be the cutest of the cute,
has a fling with rocker Barrett Blade. Breanne Benson
gives UK visitor Danny Mountain something special to
remember her by: first her mouth, then her pussy. This is
the movie’s hottest scene.
 — David B. Lewis
The Housewives
of Lex Steele
DREAMZONE ENTERTAINMENT
Lexington Steele plays a variety of morally compromised
characters in what are presented as reenactments of
tales of desperate housewives, pressured into doing very
bad things by their crappy husbands.
Bridgette B. is an ex-porn star forced by her hubby to
find a job outside the industry. Coincidentally, her new
employer is also a former porn star, eager to relive old
times (ain’t that a bitch). Chanel Preston hires a PI to find
out if her significant other is screwing another woman,
but decides that fucking a big, black private dick is better
than knowing the truth. India Summer is so unhappy with
her spouse; she fucks an intruder who tells her that the
expensive vase in her home isn’t the only thing with a big
hole he’s going to take.
Jada Stevens, however, owns the show as a woman
battling foreclosure with nothing more than a pearl thong.
 — Derek Richards

Director: Eddie Powell
Cast: Adriana Chechik, Ashley
Stone, Mia Malkova, Angel Del
Rey, Bruce Venture, Jordan
Ash, Mick Blue, Ramon Nomar.
Director: Uncredited
Cast: Katie St. Ives, Cassan-
dra Nix, Ashli Orion, Britney
Young, Dillion Harper, Eva
Notty, Natalie Heart, Sophia
Jade.
Director: Uncredited
Cast: Simone Sonay, Teagan
Riley, Peyton Leigh, Brittany
Paige, Cali Haze, Danica Dil-
lon, Mellanie Monroe, Valerie
White, and several unidentified aboard his throbbing gristle … but, as the title clearly
males.
Innocence of Youth 5
DIGITAL SIN
All-natural cuties in high-fashion settings do the lowdown
in this well-shot hybrid gonzo series from Digital Sin.
Interestingly, each of the four young sexpots dresses
up in maid’s clothing, giving them a unique Victorian
look, before they separately burn up the screen with their
molten sex shenanigans. Dark-haired and striking-looking
Adriana Chechik starts off the show with Bruce Venture
who gets her all sweaty and breathless.
Next up, in my own favorite scene, Ashley Stone takes
on Jordan Ash in an erotic, intense, and memorable
matchup.
Mia Malkova and Mick Blue engage in a passionate
hookup in another highlight.
 — Janos Skorzeny
Lesbian Parties
GIRLFRIENDS FILMS
If your idea of a lesbian party involves pillow fights, Pink
CDs and a daisy chain orgy, you’ve never partied with
Girlfriends Films. “Lesbian Parties” is like watching a
Lifetime movie, an Afterschool Special and a TLC reality
program — all in one sitting. There’s a lot of drama here.
Resentful Sophia Jade’s babyshower for her well-to-do
half-sister not only leads to epic bickering, but reveals
that party guest Cassandra Nix once miscarried a rape
baby and is tormented by that memory when the expect-
ant mother arrives. Fortunately, secretly pregnant Natalie
Heart would rather give her baby to Cassandra than raise
it alongside her abusive husband. Either that or abort it.
Heavy stuff for a porno, but it’s their lesbian party, and
they can cry if they want to.
 — Peter Gibbons
Wanna Fuck My
Daughter, Gotta Fuck
Me First 18
ZERO TOLERANCE ENTERTAINMENT
The popular newbie/MILF series from Devil’s Film finally
comes of age with this 18th installment, in which, out of
the four included scenes, the best two at the start and
finish.
In the opening scorcher, Jack plays one lucky older
dude who must fuck his girlfriend’s mom (the well-kept
Simone Sonay) before he bangs the sweet, younger
daughter (Teagan, complete with tight body and off-kilter
good looks
Later, in the movie’s closing whack-worthy sequence,
the intensely curvaceous Mellanie Monroe takes control
of her daughter’s (pleasantly surprised!) boyfriend before
her younger offspring can even think about climbing
implies, Mom shares with make-believe daughter (played
by the waif-like Valerie White).
 — Walter Paisley
Director: Uncredited
Cast: Cameron Canada,
Savannah Fox, Charity Bangs,
Lyla Storm, Mark Wood, An-
thony Rosano, Kurt Lockwood,
Marco Banderas.
Director: Axel Braun
Cast: Penny Pax, Dillion
Harper, Ana Foxxx, Bailey Blue, romp. But, Ana Foxxx totally kills it in two scenes, one a
Scarlett Fay, Evan Stone, Mi-
chael Vegas, Marcus London,
Jake Taylor, Richie Calhoun,
Will Ryder (Non-Sex).
Director: Rocco Siffredi
Cast: Abbie Cat, Lyen Parker,
Angel Wicky, Cassidy, Emylia
Argan, Henessy, Others.
I Wanna Buttfuck
Your Daughter 15
DEVIL’S FILM
Four budding young women find themselves in compro-
mising positions when they meet unscrupulous and horny
men looking to take advantage of their raging hormones.
Lyla Storm opens the movie as a spunky teen hoping to
convince the cable guy to add the porn channels to her
father’s tier by allowing him to fuck her in the ass. Lyla is
pure sugar-pop energy in the scene, screwing with gusto
and giggling throughout up to and including the sloppy
finale.
Charity Bangs looks a day out of high school and oozes
naivety in a scene that has her asking her father’s friend
to help her into her tiny dress, only to be embarrassed
when her ample bosom spills out. Her dad’s bud gets her
to forget the humiliating incident by fucking her butthole
wide open.
 — Peter Gibbons
This Ain’t Star Trek 3
XXX
HUSTLER VIDEO
Red Alert: the third entry in Axel Braun’s “Star Trek”
parody series is showing signs of wear, but Evan Stone
and Michael Vegas do squeeze out a couple of laughs
from its script, counting on exaggerated mannerisms
and delivery to make it happen. This time out, Capt. Kirk
(Stone) is accidentally beamed back in time where he
meets his younger self (Vegas) on board a very new USS
Enterprise.
Penny Pax plays the ship’s doctor and has an energetic
screw with Spock (Richie Calhoun). Bailey Blue and
Scarlett Fay are very pretty and sexy during their lesbian
double blowjob and the other opposite Stone.
 — Chad Meyers
White Mommas, Vol. 4
ELEGANT ANGEL
Seems L.T., aka Mr. Taylor, is regularly dreaming of having
sex with (we shit you not) “lambs.” What to do? What
else? — the disturbed L.T., naturally, goes to “psychiatrist”
Veronica Avluv. Apparently the “only way (our man’s
dreams of cornholing lambs) go away is when (he)
thinks about having sex with an older woman.” Dr. Avluv
gives L.T. the cure in the form of her voracious mouth,
hotter-than-hell twat, and absolutely-nuclear anus. Avluv
also knows how to crazily pulsate her two southernmost
orifices! Awesome! Ultimately, our patient potently fills her
asshole with his cum.
A true showstopper in “WM4” is Tory Lane, who not
only gets a facial, but blows the cum like bubble gum.
 — Jack Browning
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 Reviews Pleasure Products

Door Jam Sex Sling

SPORTSHEETS
Sportsheets makes phenomenal couples-friend-
ly products that bring better intimacy to any
relationship. They are by far one of my most
favorite manufacturers of intimacy products.
I absolutely love this Door Jam Sling or — as I
like to call it, my swing for the door. It is very
durable and really holds a plus-size girl like me
with ease. I have always wanted to have sex
in the air, but didn’t want the hassle of bolting
hardware into the ceiling or having a swing set
in my room. This sex sling is very portable, so
I can sex it up all over the house and anywhere
there is a door. It was easy to install on the
door and fairly easy to get into. With my strong
husband, he just lifted me in and held me until
(714) 698-0877, joanne@sportsheets.com
I was in a good position … then it was on from
there! If your partner is not strong you should
use a stool for assistance and definitely use
a solid, durable door if you get overly excited
during your lovemaking session. I would hate to
see you put a hole in the door or bring the door
down with you attached to it.
 — Tamara Payton Bell
Market Appeal: Sportsheets’ new packaging
is ultra attractive and sturdy. It is designed for a
retail store or could stand alone well for a home
party company. Its name and picture is on the
packaging which will definitely catch the eye of
the female or male shopper.

Eden’s Rabbit
BLUSH NOVELTIES
The rabbit itself is incredibly pleasing. The sili-
cone is velvet soft and a very pretty pink. It has
a pleasing flexibility to it that doesn’t sacrifice
desired firmness. It is incredibly easy to use.
Just pick your favorite of the seven settings,
insert, and then let the rabbit do its thing. It’s
hands-free, in case you need them to search out
your favorite sexy entertainment. We love this
toy. Every girl should own a rabbit!
 — Chelston and Tracey-Lynn
(718) 661-4490, info@blushnovelties.com
Market Appeal: You can tell immediately this
is a piece of well designed, quality made work.
The box doesn’t have frills. A simple picture
of the Blush Novelties’ Eden’s Rabbit against a
white background allows the product to stand
out. They give you a silk bag to store your new
rabbit in, however, we prefer to use the nice
foam cut out in the box. The rabbit includes a
brief instruction and care guide and the plug-in
charger. Any toy that doesn’t require batteries
is a plus. It would be a terrible thing to be out of
batteries when the right sexy moment strikes.

Envy 2
JOPEN
It’s amazing how high-tech toys have changed
my rock and rolling. The Envy 2 by Jopen (the
middle size of, yes, you guessed it, Envy 1 and
Envy 3), has a universal USB charger and pin
that slips effortlessly into the base to get it
going. Once it’s charged, the two buttons on
the bottom control the speed and frequency of
the vibrations that emulate from the tip to the
base of the firm, smooth, silicone shaft. There’s
particular ways that you can click the buttons
to get your perfect throb and pulse and I always
seemed to just keep it on the variety setting be-
cause I got to the point that I simply didn’t care:
(909) 590-5210, robin@jopen.com
all of the speeds and sensations felt perfect to
me and the steady frequency changes made
me grab the sheets even more.
 — Kim Airs
Market Appeal: Include this simple looking
vibe selection (Envy 1, 2, 3) in your high-end de-
partment and encourage customers to give it a
try. The vibrations are solid enough to convince
even the pickiest of connoisseurs that this is
the perfect choice for a high quality, easy-to-
use vibe. The packaging is crisp and clean and
it has a one-year guarantee as well.

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 Icicles No. 40
PIPEDREAM PRODUCTS
Have you ever looked at a sex toy and thought
“hm, I wonder where I can display this in the
house. It looks like a piece of art!” Well that’s
what I did when I opened up my new Icicle. I am
a big fan of glass toys, but it’s not for everyone.
It is definitely an acquired taste. But those who
love it, Love it! This item is wonderful for the
person who enjoys temperature play. The little
beauty of a toy was amazing! You can also fit this
into a harness for you strap on junkies out there.
The ridges along the shaft feel delightful. But for
now, this toy is going on my mantel piece.
 — Lucy Vonne
(818) 772-0100, lynn@pipedreamproducts.com
Market Appeal: Pipedream makes designing
a planogram for your store super easy. If you
have a big glass customer base in your store
you could design a whole Icicles planogram to
display. The line is not incredibly expensive too
so it’s great for that person looking to jump into
the glass world but not blow their pay check.
The box has a nice presentation and is made to
sit on a shelf. It would make a good addition to
any store’s glass section.

Sweet Peach Tight Ass

Masturbator
CALEXOTICS
Are you like me and watching some well drawn
Japanese anime girl with purple hair and per-
fectly shaped breasts, getting rammed 16 ways
till Sunday on a far off planet by an alien with
tentacles coming out of his back? Oh, just me?
Ok so if you are a total creep like me, first off,
it’s totally cool. If people didn’t like to jerk it to
those types of things they wouldn’t be pumping
the videos out of Japan by the trillions. Second
thing is that you are well aware that those girls
aren’t exactly real but the Sweet Peach Tight
Ass Masturbator from CalExotics definitely is
(909) 606-1950, al@calexotics.com
real. The Sweet Peach is pretty damn sweet
indeed, squishy soft insides with loads (and I do
mean loads) of entertainment.
 — Brian Street Team
Market Appeal: Some stores might have
a small Hentai section that they have some
trouble moving. It is a smaller niche market in
the U.S. But pair up the Sweet Peach with some
of your more risqué cartoon porno and watch
both the porno and the Sweet Peach fly off the
shelves.

Vibrating Panty Liner

and Nen-Wa Balls
NASSTOYS
The panty liner sits in close contact to the Market Appeal: The Vibrating Panty Liner and
good bits. Its design makes it easier to wear Nen-Wa Balls set by Nasstoys seems like a neat
and more discrete than most vibrating panty little beginner kit. Nen-Wa Balls appear to be
options. The bullet in charge of the vibrating has the Nasstoys take on Ben-Wa Balls. If one is
multiple speeds. We actually enjoyed having the curious about their ability to use Ben-Wa balls,
balls inserted while having intercourse, adding this is a decent place to start.
some internal texture for the both of us. How
they got paired up with a vibrating panty liner is
beyond us.
 — Chelston and Tracey-Lynn
(800) 556-5562, sales@nasstoys.com

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 Reviews Pleasure Products
Body & Soul
Lover
CALEXOTICS
Another day, another dual stimulation product!
I was impressed with the three motors this toy
is running, that was fun. But I did wish it had a
little bit more power for me. But that’s just me;
I need more power than most. There are three
fun functions to play with in the shaft and clit
piece. It is rechargeable but only comes with
a USB plug; I personally prefer a wall charge.
But in the end the toy did the trick and got my
juices flowing. Perfect for the customer who
wants something simple to control and won’t
confuse them.
 — Lucy Vonne
(909) 606-1950
al@calexotics.com
K1
OVO
This gently sloping, dual stimulating vibe is
classy and sophisticated. The crisp white box
holds the K1 in a foam encasement which
makes it the perfect storage box, too. The
silicone body is a unique shape, kind of like
a flattened oval, with multispeed vibrators in
both the body and the thumb-sized, clitoral
buzzer. The controls are easy to use while
self-pleasuring and my favorite part was that
the body of the toy didn’t bend during use,
guaranteeing it to vibe right up against the
G-Spot without any hesitation. It also has a 15-
year warranty so I’m glad I love it as much as I
do…. I’ll be keeping it for a long time.
 — Kim Airs
(800) 999-2483
sales@ecn.com
Marcia Twistty
MAIA TOYS
With all the rabbits out there these days, it’s
hard to get impressed with them much. But
this little beauty caught my attention. The
package presentation is really lovely and the
front flap of the box opens to view the toy. The
pure silicone feels really silky smooth. You can
control the shaft and clit piece separately. The
clit piece has multiple functions to play with
and the shaft has three speeds that spin and
can switch directions. Bonus, it also comes
with a bag to store it in.
 — Lucy Vonne
(310) 801-3452
maraepstein@maiatoys.com
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Fetish Fantasy
Extreme Vibrating
Pussy Pump
PIPEDREAM PRODUCTS
I always giggle like a frisky teenage school girl
when I use one of these crazy pussy pumps.
I’ve never had a partner whose whole mouth
could suck in all my girly bits to the point of
enlargement the way the Pussy Pump can.
Now what’s that I see? It vibrates, too? I don’t
know if I can take it! The separate bullet clicks
into the clear plastic pump gizmo and makes
the edge of the pump vibrate, offering a little
extra stimulation when you want to pump it
up. If you really want to go over the top, get
three of the vibrating pussy pumps and put
one down there and two on your boobs and
turn them on at the same time.
(818) 772-0100  — Kim Airs
lynn@pipedreamproducts.com
Le Rêve Silicone
Posable
PIPEDREAM PRODUCTS
This was made for the dual vibrator fan who
wants a little something extra around back.
There are three speeds to play with and it
packs quite the punch. The vibration is super
strong in the anal or clitoral piece until you
get to the top speed, then you really feel it.
The bendable aspect is great so I can move
it to hit my sweet spots. Took me a minute to
get it work since it doesn’t tell you how to put
the batteries in, but once I did I was happy
as a clam.
 — Lucy Vonne
(818) 772-0100
lynn@pipedreamproducts.com
Mega-VAC
Power Pump
PIPEDREAM PRODUCTS
Every time I open a new cock pump I think
of early to mid-’90s hip-hop jams. I honestly
couldn’t tell you what group or rapper says
“pump, pump, pump it up” but it is instantly in
my head and I imagine girls with big booties
jumping around a pool pumping it up. Any-
ways, the Mega-VAC Power Pump from Pipe-
dream Products is the straight dope. Once you
get the pump on your winking willie, the power
is exponential. So much sucking power I was
able throw on some shorts and go check my
mail box outside my apartment (which I don’t
recommend during the day time, there were
some odd looks thrown my way).
 — Brian Street Team
(818) 772-0100
lynn@pipedreamproducts.com
 Reviews Pleasure Products
Mood Exciter
Stroker
DOC JOHNSON
Everyone goes though mood swings. Some-
times you’re super happy and then boom out
of nowhere you have a raging hard-on that
will not go away and you just want to stick Mr.
Veiny in the warm baby maker of the girl in
the cubicle next to you. Either way it’s not the
best plan of action. So reach down into your
locked drawer in your desk and get the Mood
Exciter Stroker from Doc Johnson. This stroker
just looks sexy, it’s a great visual design and
the functional design is great to boot. Solid
construction and clean up is a breeze, cause
let’s face it when you’re rubbing one out in the
office bathroom you don’t want to be cleaning
out your jizzem in the office kitchen sink for
(800) 423-3650 an hour and a half.
orders@docjohnson.com  — Brian Street Team
Rotating Rabbit
G-Spot
NASSTOYS
I really loved this Rotating Rabbit G-Spot Vibe
by Nasstoys. First, the design was very pretty
and it is made of 100 percent silicone, which
is by far, one of the best materials for anyone
because it is non-porous and safe for the
body. With the three speed reversible rotating
beaded shaft and the seven-speed variable
vibrating rabbit ears, it took me to many
places in a short period of time. I was able to
concentrate better because of the quiet motor.
I love the feel of this vibe and am definitely
adding this to my personal stash and to my
home party kit.
 — Tamara Payton Bell
(800) 556-5562
sales@nasstoys.com
Twistty Duo Balls
MAIA TOYS
One thing I have to say about Maia Toys — just
looking at them will make you happy. The col-
ors are bright and chirpy and won’t get lost in
your morass of sex toys in the bottom of your
nightstand. You won’t want them to because
you’ll be using them all the time. Maia’s take
on the ever-popular Duotone Balls are simple
to use with a pure silicone pull loop at the end
and a completely non-porous, silicone surface.
The perfectly weighted balls tumble silently
around the inside while the two 1½" rippled
spheres handily do their job to both stimulate
and exercise those all important PC muscles.
The solid silicone connecting neck of the balls
is firm enough to use these balls like a short
dildo since the ripples can easily stimulate the
G-Spot as well.
(310) 801-3452  — Kim Airs
maraepstein@maiatoys.com
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Palm Ballers
NS NOVELTIES
Everyone wants to be a baller. Basketball
players are ballers, podcasters are ballers, un-
talented, egotistical reality TV show stars that
were once in a “leaked” sex tape are ballers,
so why not you? There is a reason you can
be a baller all the time, even when you’re on a
cheap flight from Omaha to Tampa because of
NS Novelties with the Palm Ballers. Now I say a
cheap flight because this little wonder is totally
travel size, it fits (as the name would imply)
right in the palm of your hand. It’s a sturdy de-
sign too and with plenty of lube, you can enjoy
the little nubbies in the Ballers hole for minutes
on end. ’Cause — let’s face it — when you’re
jerkin your gherkin on the plane you want to
be a minute man, not a marathon man.
 — Brian Street Team
(800) 748-6767
sales@nsnovelties.com
Sex Dominos
KHEPER GAMES
Kheper Games’ Sex Dominos silver box shows
a lineup of dominos decorated with photos
of sexy, sweaty, models about to get it on.
It boasts there are 14 sexually stimulating
rewards on these dominos. The directions on
how to play the game are on the back of the
box, a good thing, since there is no instruction
booklet inside.
Images include a cartoon bottle of whip
cream and strawberries, a cartoon of
binoculars, and a few cartoon silhouettes of
sex positions. In summary, the instructions to
the dominos say to simply play dominos and
the winner gets to pick their favorite picture
to try out.
 — Chelston and Tracey-Lynn
(877) 426-3755
info@khepergames.com
W1
OVO
Don’t let the small size fool you. This compact,
sleek and powerful bullet vibe holds a punch
that will send you to another planet. When I
opened the box and saw the size of this toy,
I thought, what is this tiny thing going to do?
When I turned it on, I was shocked and ex-
cited. The power was more than I expected — I
guess good things do come in small packages!
The German designed W1 Bullet from Ovo is
rounded for comfortable use and features a
soft feminine shape.
 — Tamara Payton Bell
(800) 999-2483
sales@ecn.com
 Reviews Gay
Concrete Jungle:
Auditions 49
LUCAS ENTERTAINMENT
Costa Rica takes center stage for three of the four
scenes in this long-running series, with co-director
Adam Killian doing triple duty by also perform-
ing and interviewing. He gets the ball rolling with
newbie Fernando Torres in the opener, the two
interviewed by Rafael Carreras before getting
naked. It’s hot watching Killian gulp and gag on his
bud’s thick cock before fucking him fast and hard.
Carreras returns to fill the holes of Marco Trop-
er, while cute Spencer Fox flip fucks with hairy
newbie Brayden Forrester. But the most fun is had
Director: Chris Crisco & Adam Killian
Cast: Rafael Carreras, Darius Ferdynand, Brayden Forrester, Spencer Fox, Adam Killian, Fernando Torres, Marco
Troper, Johnny Venture.
Knockouts & Takedowns
JOCKS STUDIOS
“Holy shit dude!” exclaims shocked wrestler
Dylan Roberts in the locker room. “Don’t you
know you’re supposed to blow your load before a
meet?!” He’s staring at the boner that is practically
bursting out of Spencer Fox’s singlet, the tight
blue spandex covering the bulge like a second
skin. “I suggest jerking off,” advises the dark-
haired Roberts. “You want some help?” It’s a hot
setup made all the more delicious by Roberts’
dedication and expressions, his handsome face
quickly stuffed with Fox’s tan pole — the two soon
flip-fucking each other on the bench. It’s the most
memorable of the four boxing- and wrestling-
themed encounters here.
Director: Andrew Rosen
Cast: Devin Adams, Jimmy Fanz, Michael Keys, Evan Mercy, Spencer Fox, Tucker Phillman, Dylan Roberts.
Twinks in Training
NEXT DOOR STUDIOS
If Next Door Studios is smart, it’s going to groom
Hayden Michaels as the next big thing. This young
man is a bona fide star — his smile and eyes are
dangerous, an inviting gaze that will instantly have
all who see it powerless. Throw in that smooth,
toned bod and a beautiful big dick, and the sky’s
the limit for this stud — he just has that “it” quality
(and despite the “twink” label on this entry, he’s a
jock with crossover appeal). He’s paired with Tyler
Sweet in “Sneak a Twink,” the two sneaking onto
a porn set where Cody Cummings once strutted
his stuff (an appropriate comparison, considering
that’s the kind of career Michaels should have).
Director: Uncredited
Cast: Jaime Aero, Cody Cachet, Hayden Chandler, Tommy DeLuca, Hayden Michaels, Ryan, Philip Ryan, Leon
Styles, Tyler Sweet, Elijah White.
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in the finale, which starts with a fun interview with
Johnny Venture and smooth Darius Ferdynand.
The two have a good sense of humor, and are the
most relaxed of all interview subjects. That makes
the dirty stuff all the more fun, and your jaw will
ache so good just watching Ferdynand open wide
to try and please Venture’s beast meat — which
is so big and ridiculously thick, it’s almost unreal.
“You love it,” says Venture as he gets serviced.
“Get in there!”
 — Dan Cameron
Alpha coach Tucker Phillman also makes a last-
ing impression — especially on hairy athlete Jimmy
Fanz, who heads to his office for some one-on-one
instruction. Fanz works up Phillman’s cock nice
and shiny before it fucks him.
Fanz also engages in some wrestling ring play
with aggressive Evan Mercy. And tan super-cutie
Devin Adams (an underappreciated talent) shows
off his smile, cock and arm strength when he
bottoms for Michael Keys in the ring, his legs
supported by the ropes as he holds his body up to
get fucked — a facial his final reward.
 — Mark Branson
Michaels tops like a pro, showing a nice verbal
command and a dick that won’t quit.
Also standing out are the monster schlongs of
shaggy haired, similar-looking smoothies Elijah
White and Cody Cachet, which fuck a watermelon
before White bends over and takes Cachet’s
pierced penis up the ass in “Melon Balls.” Tommy
DeLuca stands out in a threesome where he fucks
both Jaime Aero and Hayden Chandler; blond Leon
Styles strokes side-by-side with Philip Ryan before
fucking him; and Ryan jacks off in the bathroom.
 — Dan Cameron
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 Buyers Guide Pleasure Products
Every month, XBIZ compiles the latest and greatest intimacy products to stock from every category, ranging from accessories
and lingerie to BDSM and novelty items. The Pleasure Products Buyers Guide showcases the month’s top picks and hot sellers
as suggested from the industry’s top manufacturers and distributors, with “Best Bet” denoting the products with the most
potential. Hand selected from the vast range of pleasure products around, XBIZ Pleasure Products Buyers Guide
showcases a round-up of the best of the best, making it easier than ever for retailers to make purchasing decisions.

LoveBotz MAESTRO Multi- The Super Stroker

Faceted Sex Machine
XR BRANDS
This fucking machine has adjustable speeds of 90 to 300 RPM. The frame can
easily be adjusted by height, angle, stroke speed and depth. It comes with a
silicone tapered attachment, a 7" realistic dildo and a vibrating silicone dildo
remote, to adjust the speed of penetration and can be used to stimulate.
NS NOVELTIES
The Super Stroker and Girth Enhancer is where pleasure meets func-
tionality. This body-safe TPE masturbator is safe to use with your
favorite lubricant. The tapered tight opening guides you into a firm, yet
accommodating tunnel lined with intense ridges providing extraordinary
pleasure. For intimate encounters, this must-have also doubles as a girth
enhancer. It comes in clear, black and blue for varied tastes.

MSRP: $999.96 MSRP: $46.60

(888) 261-4181 (818) 773-4999
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We-Vibe II
STANDARD INNOVATION CORPORATION
An industry revolution, the We-Vibe II is scientifically designed to stimu-
late her G-spot and clitoris. At the same time, there’s plenty of room
for him to share the vibe with complete comfort. The patented flex arm
gently holds the We-Vibe II in place while both partners enjoy pleasure
pulses that resonate throughout her pelvis. It is rechargeable and has
nine vibration modes.
Yuzu
BODISPA
Exclusive touch-sensitive Temperature Sensor System increases vibration
intensity when body heat is detected during use. It has a subtle raised stim-
ulating band around shaft with a quiet three-motor system and 10 vibration
levels. The YUZU is constructed of top quality, odorless, body friendly,
medical grade silicone. It is lightweight, splash-proof and rechargeable.
The Li-ion battery allows for up to three hours between charges.

MSRP: $89.99 MSRP: $109.95

(618) 604-8150 (514) 855-0045
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 Buyers Guide Pleasure Products
ACCESSORIES  ▶ Posh Silicone Ice
Massager Tease
CALIFORNIA EXOTIC NOVELTIES
Just fill with water, freeze and enjoy vibrating
self-contained ice massager with seven functions
of vibration, pulsation and escalation.
MSRP: $28.99
(909) 606-1950
al@calexotics.com
Jolie Pleasures
Anal Trainer Kit
NS NOVELTIES
These backdoor best sellers are now available
as a four piece kit. Made from crystal-clear TPE,
these seamless beauties are tapered and firm for
easy insertion but flexible for everyone’s comfort.
The stretchy ring at the base expands around
your finger or favorite bullet. Jolie Pleasures Anal
Trainer Kit is phthalate free, waterproof and safe
to use with your favorite lubricant.
MSRP: $50
(818) 773-4999
sales@nsnovelties.com
Lover’s Body Paint
KAMA SUTRA
For those who have been tempted by their
creative side, indulge your artistic muse with this
decadently rich body paint. Includes body paint
and a supple paintbrush to create your master-
piece. Choose from Milk Chocolate, Rich Caramel
or Dark Chocolate Raspberry.
MSRP: $11.99
(800) 778-7921
customerservice@kamasutra.com
DILDOS  ▶ Butch
BLUSH
Go for a really wild ride with Butch from Hung
Rider. If you’re up for a challenge, these extreme
dildos are up too. Butch measures in at 9 insert-
able inches and 2.5 inches of girth (diameter). The
suction cup allows you to ride him on the surface
of your choice, or wield him in a harness. Made of
phthalate-free PVC.
MSRP: $45
(718) 593-4904
info@blushnovelties.com
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ANAL  ▶ Butt Quiver
ROCKS-OFF
Shake Your Butt Sexy. Feel quivering waves of
pure potent posterior pleasure when Butt Quiver
tickles and tantalizes your prostate passion spot.
With smooth tapered contours, Butt Quiver will
get straight to the point and make your Butt Strut.
So what are you waiting for, why not take the
plunge and let Butt Quiver bump your booty. It of-
fers seven settings and is made of silky body safe
silicone. It is also waterproof and offers 3 inches
of insertable length. It also has a tapered tip.
MSRP: $39.99
(866) 308-9897
info@rocks-off.com
BATH & BODY  ▶ Intimate Caress
KAMA SUTRA
Indulge yourself in this ultra-rich moisturizing
shave creme. Made with Aloe Vera and Jojoba
Seed Oil for smooth, sensual skin; this specially
formulated creme gives your body the tender
loving care it needs for personal shaving. Rich,
moisturizing and gently scented, it leaves your
most sensitive skin silky, smooth and ready for
love. Choose from Honeysuckle, Pomegranate or
Coconut Pineapple.
MSRP: $12.99
(800) 778-7921
customerservice@kamasutra.com
Ride Razor
Scented Shave
Creams
SLIQUID
Even the toughest cowboys need a clean shave,
and Ride Razor is the perfect tool. Featuring a
non-foaming and lanolin-free formula, Ride Razor
is designed to soften the coarsest body hair and
leave skin soft, smooth and hydrated. Ride Razor
is vegan-friendly and available in two invigorat-
ing scents: refreshing ginger lime and energizing
desert sky.
(800) Sliquid
sales@sliquid.com
Helio
BLUSH
Dildo lovers delight- Helio from Real Nude is the
perfect choice for discerning customers! Made of
pure platinum cure silicone, Real Nude delivers a
truly realistic dual density experience. The outer
layer is sensually squishy, and the core is firm to
do the job right. Seriously, once you touch one
of these dildos, you won’t want to put it down!
Real Nude also excels in suction cup strength.
We tested the suction cups on many different
surfaces and their tenacity will surprise you. There
MSRP: $105.80 are six semi-realistic styles in all, each one care-
fully sculpted and harness compatible.
(718) 593-4904
info@blushnovelties.com
 Buyers Guide Pleasure Products
FETISH  ▶ Collar with
Nipple Clamps
SPORTSHEETS INTERNATIONAL
Gorgeous, vegan leather collar with attached
nipple clamps provides constant stimulation. The
soft, double-layered, hand-stitched, PVC collar
adjusts with a quality, roller buckle closure. The
two coated nipple clamps have tension adjust-
ments and are attached to the collar with 10.5
inch chains. It is perfect for nipple stimulation and
many other sensitive areas. It is nickel-free.
MSRP: $24.99
(714) 698-0877
joanne@sportsheets.com
Fetish Fantasy
Series Bows &
Bondage Kit
PIPEDREAM PRODUCTS
Get tied up in romance with the Bows & Bondage
Kit. These playful cuff and ankle restraints are
perfect for beginners, yet strong enough to ensure
your lover won’t escape. The soft, cushy vinyl cuffs
feel great against the skin and easily adjust to fit
most sizes. The cuffs are adorned with cute little
red bows that make the wearer the perfect pres-
ent for unwrapping. The kit features an adjustable
collar and leash as well, allowing you to create
(818) 772-0100 endless submissive situations with your partner.
lynn@pipedreamproducts.com
LUBES  ▶ Ride Dude Lube —  MEN’S TOYS  ▶
Silicone
SLIQUID
Dude Lube Silicone features a proprietary blend of
medical-grade silicone carefully blended to create
a super-slick and luxurious Ride. Perfect for dude-
on-dude or solo use, Dude Lube Silicone is 100
percent waterproof, latex-friendly and body-safe
for all cowboys.
(800) Sliquid
sales@sliquid.com
Ego by Jopen — e3.5
JOPEN
Rechargeable complete charge in three hours pre-
mium rechargeable lithium ion battery unscented,
non-porous, hypoallergenic satin finish and virtu-
ally seamless Intense incremental speed control
Whisper quiet Instant on/off button security travel
lock LED indicator light.
MSRP: $112.99
(909) 590-5210
robin@jopen.com
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Electro Erotic
Neon Wand
Accessory Kit
STOCKROOM
Get more spark with the Neon Wand Accessory Kit.
It offers eight different attachments giving you lots
of room for experimentation and is perfect for the
dominant or submissive who gets off on variety.
Light up your scene with these quality crafted
electrode attachments. Our development team drew
upon more than 20 years of experience with electric
MSRP: $88 ray wands, e-stim devices and fetish products to
create our own wand that’s a step above the rest.
(323) 484-3882 Try it for yourself and see how satisfying electro sex
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Leather and Lace
Luxury Kit
SPORTSHEETS INTERNATIONAL
This four-piece, lingerie-inspired kit is sure to be-
come a new Sportsheets best-seller. The luxurious
play set, with exquisite detail, features a blindfold,
tethered cuff set and all suede flogger. Chantilly
lace frames the black blindfold and tethered cuffs.
The 43-inch satin tethers attach to each other, to
bed posts, or wherever your imagination suggests.
The beautiful 12-inch red and black suede flogger
provides the perfect accessory for teasing tickles
MSRP: $36.99 or tender flogging.
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40 Lixxx
ROCKS-OFF
Get some satisfaction. You can’t always get what
you want or maybe with 40 Lixxx you really, really
can? It is a powerful tactile iconic vibrating cock
ring that instantly turns your penis into an orgas-
mic buzzing beast of burden. 40 Lixxx will keep
you harder and longer lasting so your erection will
not just fade away. It is a perfect pulsating pas-
sion pleaser for couples who want to spend the
night together. So show no sympathy for the devil
and give yourself 40 Lixxx.
MSRP: $29.99
(866) 308-9897
info@rocks-off.com
Keith Haring
Tenga Egg Party
TENGA
Keith Haring Tenga Egg Party. Let’s get the party
started! The fine details ascend from a mellow
stimulation, building up slowly for a slow, deca-
dent stimulation.
MSRP: $7.40
(303) 444-0696
sales@eldorado.net
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Master Series O Man Spark

Inertia Flexible THE SCREAMING O

Cum Thru Plug
MASTER SERIES
Sensory play with comfort in mind… The Master
Series Inertia Penis Plug is a pliable plug that
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Flynt
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3
LFP say, is trading off on
the “goodwill, fame and
secondary meaning as-
sociated with the famous
‘Flynt’ marks.”
Larry Flynt and LFP
continued on to say that
Flynt Sexy Gifts “palms
off” its store as being as-
sociated with the larger
retail chain owned by
Larry Flynt — Hustler
Hollywood — “while Jim-
my has not achieved any
fame or secondary mean-
ing for his own name.”
Jimmy Flynt operates
other Flynt Sexy Gifts
stores in Florence, Ky.,
and Cincinnati that have
come under scrutiny from
his brother. Flynt Sexy
Gifts also operates a retail
website.
Walters
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 13
struggling economy, gov-
ernment should be helping
small businesses succeed,
not crushing them using
unconstitutional laws.
“I am honored to lend
my assistance in a situa-
tion like this.”
118  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
The new Naples store
sells an array of sexy lin-
gerie, personal massagers,
lubes, oils, candles, shoes,
apparel and jewelry,
but no sexually explicit
merchandise — including
adult videos — due to local
ordinances.
Larry Flynt gained
rulings on his side for in-
junctions at the Florence
and Cincinnati stores, but
Jimmy Flynt has appealed
them and they are cur-
rently pending.
The legal drama
between the Flynt broth-
ers has been going on
for years, perhaps set
off by LFP’s termination
of Jimmy Flynt in 2009
after his sons, Dustin
and Jimmy II, decided to
compete LFP in the adult
Shhh … Intimacy on a
New Level had been shut
down by Pittsylvania
County’s Board of Zoning
Appeals several months
ago because officials said
that the sale of sex toys
and pornography isn’t al-
lowed in the county.
video market under the
name Flynt Media Corp.
In 2010, however, a
federal judge in Los Ange-
les granted Larry Flynt’
s request for permanent
injunction against Jimmy
Flynt’ s sons that pro-
hibited them from using
“Flynt” without includ-
ing their full name and
prominent disclaimer of
any connection to Larry
Flynt.
Later, Larry Flynt suc-
cessfully sued Jimmy Flynt
and his Ohio company,
Hustler Cincinnati Inc., for
trademark infringement.
“Despite the two prior
court decisions prohibiting
Jimmy and his sons from
using the ‘Flynt’ marks,
Jimmy has willfully and
deliberately infringed up
Through Walters, Shhh
co-owner Trish Post, who
opened the store April, is
now appealing the zoning
board’s decision. A public
hearing on the case has
been slated Sept. 10.
The county is allowing
her to operate her busi-
on plaintiff’s intellectual
property rights by promot-
ing his new store as ‘Flynt
Sexy Gifts’ without using
his full name or any dis-
claimer,” the suit said.
Larry Flynt and LFP’s
lawsuit alleges trademark
infringement, dilution of
trademark, unfair com-
petition, common law
trademark infringement,
violation of Florida’s anti-
dilution statute and viola-
tion of Larry Flynt’ s right
of publicity.
The suit seeks a pre-
liminary and permanent
injunction, unspecified
damages — including
treble and punitive dam-
ages — and attorneys fees.
Larry Flynt, when
reached for comment, told
XBIZ: “The legal action
ness pending the case’s
outcome.
Pittsylvania County’s
zoning ordinance lists types
of allowed stores and sales
of items that are allowed,
but it does not expressly
forbid sex toys or porn.
The county’s order to
speaks for itself.”
Jimmy Flynt told XBIZ
that the suit is frivolous
and has no merit.
“I was the first to use
the Flynt name in retail,”
Jimmy Flynt said. “I have
used Flynt for the last
year and a half in retail
operations. Larry has
unsuccessfully tried this
before in Ohio but was
denied. In fact, in 2009
Larry was denied by the
[U.S. Patent Office] for the
use of Flynt in retail ser-
vices ‘because the applied-
for mark is primarily
merely a surname.’
“I look forward to a
judge seeing this for what
it is … continued harass-
ment and retaliation
against me for standing
up for my rights.” X
cite the shop, however, is
a blatant violation of the
First Amendment and
has not been permitted by
the U.S. Supreme Court,
Walters said.
The attorney said he
hopes to negotiate with the
county over the issue. X
§ 2257
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3
Baylson also said that the
statutes, 18 U.S.C. §§ 2257 and
2257A, are constitutional under
the Fourth Amendment, except
for in one regard — “the allow-
ance of inspections at the resi-
dences of producers, without prior
notice, cannot be justified on this
record.”
“The court has concluded the
government largely succeeded in
defending the constitutionality of
the statutes,” Baylson said.
The ruling comes after an
eight-day bench trial where 21
witnesses presented testimony
and over 300 exhibits were en-
tered into evidence.
The Free Speech Coalition,
along with 15 other plaintiffs,
alleged in the long-running cased
that they were subject to an un-
fair and unnecessary burden over
the federal record-keeping laws.
“Producers under Sections
2257 and 2257A are not a
uniform group — they include
primary producers of commercial
films, secondary retailers, pho-
tographers, and even couples who
upload sexually explicit videos
of themselves onto tube sites,”
Baylson said. “But the unity of
the players in the industry was
never the determinative factor in
the administrative search cases.
“Rather, it was the pervasive-
ness of laws aimed at ensuring
120  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
the industry’s practices did not
undermine the safety of the
public, which justified the re-
duced privacy expectations of
the businesses. And here, federal
anti-child pornography laws are
similarly extensive.”
Baylson used the three-factor
Burger test when he looked at
whether warrantless inspections
under 18 U.S.C. §§ 2257 and
2257A were “reasonable.”
“The first Burger factor asks
whether there is a ‘substantial’
government interest that in-
forms the regulatory scheme.
The third factor asks whether
the application of the inspection
program provides ‘a constitution-
ally adequate substitute for a
warrant,’ because the statute or
regulations inform businesses
that ‘inspections will be made
on a regular basis’ and limit the
inspections in time, place and
scope.
“These two factors are satisfied
with respect to the inspections
authorized by the statutes. The
governmental interest informing
the regulatory scheme — com-
batting child pornography — is
substantial. Meanwhile, the stat-
utes and regulations provide ‘a
constitutionally adequate substi-
tute for a warrant’ because they
notify producers that inspections
can occur on a regular basis
“The record developed at trial
reinforces that the inspections
effectuated in 2006 and 2007
were far less intrusive than are
searches effectuated pursuant to
search warrants.
“The second Burger factor,
however, poses more problems for
the inspections program autho-
rized by the statutes. The second
Burger factor asks whether the
warrantless nature of the inspec-
tion program is ‘necessary to
further [the] regulatory scheme.’
In Burger, the court found this
factor satisfied because stolen
cars and parts often pass quickly
through an automobile junk-
yard, [and] ‘frequent’ and ‘unan-
nounced’ inspections are neces-
sary in order to detect them.”
“[The] records mandated by
the [2257] statutes are so exten-
sive that they cannot realistically
be manufactured on the eve of
an impending search. Both FBI
agents testified that it was highly
unlikely that a producer could
assemble Section 2257 records
within 24-hours’ notice of an
inspection.
“Further, in about nine of the
29 inspections conducted in 2006
and 2007, advance notice was
given, to ensure the producer
or custodian of records was on
site when the FBI team arrived,
and there is no evidence that it
undermined the integrity of those
inspections.”
With the Burger test, Bayl-
son concluded that producers
of sexually explicit depic-
tions as defined by Sections
2257 and 2257A constitute a
“closely regulated” industry
for the purposes of the ad-
ministrative search doctrine,
and therefore subject to
inspections.
Baylson in his 74-page
findings gave the FSC only
one victory in the case: In-
spections at bona fide resi-
dences of producers violates
the Fourth Amendment.
“The court is mindful that
were the FBI to revive the
Section 2257 inspections pro-
gram, and were the DOJ to
decline to update the regula-
tions so as to require ad-
vance notice at inspections of
residences, a producer could
bring a lawsuit requesting
an injunction at that time,”
Baylson said.
Bayslon said that as a
result of his findings, the
“remedy of an injunction is
not warranted at this time.”
“The evidence shows the
government has not conduct-
ed a Section 2257 inspection
since 2007. Rather, the FBI
dismantled the inspections
program in early 2008, and
there has been no intent or
effort to revive it. It is mori-
bund,” Baylson said.
“As a result, plaintiffs do
not face a realistic threat of
‘irreparable harm’ — due to
an inspection — at any point
in the foreseeable future,” he
said. “A judge must take a deep
breath before enjoining the na-
tion’s top law enforcement officer
from doing something that the
Department of Justice has shown
no interest in doing for the last
six years.
“Under these circumstances,
the court believes it would be an
abuse of discretion to enter an
injunction against the attorney
general.”
Jeffrey Douglas, Board chair
of the Free Speech Coalition,
said at press time that FSC was
reviewing the 74-page opinion.
Douglas said that while the
trade group will be issuing a
more detailed statement later,
the organization was not sur-
prised by Baylson’s refusal to
grant more extensive relief, es-
pecially in the First Amendment
arena.
“We are pleased by much of
his Fourth Amendment analysis,
where he acknowledges the struc-
tural incompatibility of the stat-
ute and regulations with Ameri-
cans’ rights against unreasonable
searches and seizure,” Douglas
said. “Although he did not issue
an injunction against unan-
nounced, warrantless searches,
he declined only because he was
convinced that the government
would not do so in the foreseeable
future.
“He went out of his way to say
that if the government did again
proceed with unannounced,
warrantless searches, injunc-
tion relief would be available.
Most significantly, he did hold
unconstitutional unannounced,
warrantless searches of private
homes for 2257 records, some-
thing the government did in over
20 percent of the past inspections.
“Even on the First Amendment
issues, the trial court record
gives us great optimism for ap-
peal by the 3rd U.S. Circuit of
Appeals. Many of Judge Baylson’s
findings in both First Amend-
ment and Fourth Amendment
areas provide a strong basis for
reversal and the ultimate dis-
mantling of 18 U.S.C. § 2257.”
XBIZ queried a number of adult
industry attorneys to get their
takes on the landmark ruling.
Adult industry attorney Law-
rence Walters, of Florida-based
Walters Law Group, told XBIZ
that “the decision is obviously
disappointing for the FSC, and
the industry in general,” particu-
larly after a larger victory after
the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Ap-
peals remanded the case back to
the trial court to consider some of
the FSC’s constitutional claims.
“The FSC and its counsel have
fought valiantly against difficult
odds, but it appears that the vast
majority of Section 2257 has
been upheld, again, with limited
exceptions,” Walters said. “The
First Amendment claims were
rejected largely due to a lack of
evidence that non-commercial
sex pics were being targeted for
SEE § 2257, PAGE 129
Diamond
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 15
shot in HD video, behind-
the-scenes looks at Dia-
mond off camera and doz-
ens of her porn star friends.
She may even give a d.p.
scene a try for her site.
“Anyone who has
watched porn in the last
Changing
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 47
One of the most talked
about platforms in adult
retail is Adult Drop Ship-
per (ADS), the fulfillment
service from IVD and
ECN. According to its
director, Jamie Horne,
“ADS offers a number of
technology services to
adult businesses, from
data feeds to turn-key
ecommerce solutions.
“From our perspective,
Anex
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 56
Which movie in your ca-
reer took you the longest
time to edit and why?
Immediately two films
come to mind, “Hearts
and Minds 2” directed
by Andre Madness and
“Horizon” directed by
Sam Hain. I have a very
fond place in my heart
for “Hearts and Minds 2”
because I did all the pic-
ture and sound work and
there was a ton of sound
design. When you’re doing
a war film, the actors are
shooting guns that make
no sound and so it’s my job
to put that in and make it
believable. You can’t just
use the same machine
gun sound for every gun
otherwise it’s just a big
mess of the same sound.
So each actor’s gun had
to have a different sound
during the fight sequences
and that was a major
challenge. If you watch
that film, you’d never
know that most of the
fight scenes were filmed
Shame
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 78
to take smaller steps.
Most of the time, your
staff won’t know where
your customer’s comfort
zone is until they inter-
act with them, so make
sure they’re trained and
ready to look for the cues
that will tell them how to
handle each situation.
You’d think that this
wouldn’t be necessary to
tell retailers, but you also
need to ensure that your
employees will give your
122  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
few years, knows just who
Skin Diamond is,” said
Puba’s co-owner and di-
rector of production, Ivan.
“She is gorgeous, exotic
and always ready to give
everything she has. Build-
ing a site that could bring
her sexuality to life has
technology has had a tre-
mendous impact on retail
business. Adult retail-
ers have most definitely
become part of the ‘on-de-
mand’ customer culture. To
support the buying public’s
need-it-now behavior,
many businesses are set-
ting up websites or utiliz-
ing our fulfillment services
to ship the product directly
to their customers.
“We offer two state-of-
without sound. “Horizon”
also took a long time for
the exact same reasons. I
enjoyed that one because
of the sci-fi aspect to it,
much like “Star Trek, The
Next Generation: A XXX
Parody” that I also cut.
What are the keys to ef-
fective editing?
Patience and pacing.
There are so many dia-
logue scenes in adult that
make me cringe when I
watch them because they
just don’t sound real.
Granted sometimes the
dialogue is just badly
written but a good edi-
tor can often fix that. I
think having a musical
background helps because
I understand a tempo
that dialogue and action
should have. I can tell im-
mediately if I have a scene
that feels off when I watch
it. A lot of times it’s know-
ing when not to cut.
Do you have a method
you follow every time?
customers their attention.
I’ve seen store staff barely
acknowledge a customer,
or not give them eye con-
tact and a friendly smile.
That’s bad enough in any
kind of retail, but in our
industry, it’s even worse.
Customers need to feel
welcomed before they feel
comfortable asking ques-
tions. If they don’t open
up, that’s another sales op-
portunity that slips away.
I’m not suggesting that
we need to become thera-
been a challenge, but we
are very proud and excited
to present SkinDiamond-
VIP.com.”
Diamond, who started
her career in 2009, won
the XBIZ Award for her
role in AMKingdom’s “Re-
venge of the Petites.”
the-art, white-label solu-
tions: Adult Drop Shop,
a wholesale-based, fully-
custom web-store option,
and MyFreeSexStore, an
affiliate-based platform.
Both services deliver an
array of features and are
designed to make getting
online an easy experience
for business owners.” fic online is its own big
For CNV’s Levine,
traffic is paramount. “I
strongly recommend any-
On a feature, I will
rough out all the dialogue
and then start thinking
of sound and music as
I go along. Sometimes I
know specifically what
kind of music I want so I
will start pulling music
from our music library
and place it in to see if
it works. Once I get the
dialogue close to what I
want, I will sit with the
director if they choose and
let them see it and make
whatever changes they
might have. Then I cut the
sex because it doesn’t take
as long. I clean up audio,
lay more music in and do
a sound mix.
Which editing projects
are you most proud of
and why?
I am very proud of
“Hearts and Minds 2” for
the reason I mentioned.
I really am proud of
the “Sex Files I” and II
parodies because I was a
huge “X Files” fan and I
really tried to stay true to
pists. But it’s easy for peo-
ple who work in the sex
retail world to forget that
most people don’t have the
same chances to become
as comfortable with sex as
we are. Think about that
family member or neigh-
bor who changes the topic
when you talk about work.
A lot of your customers
are much the same, and
we often lose track of that
when we spend so much
time around folks who can
talk about buttplugs and
Among her other movie
credits are “The Official
Hangover Porn Parody,”
“Facial Overload,” “Spin-
ners” “Skin Diamond: No
Limits,” and “Trifecta 2”
and “Boom” from Pornstar
Empire.
Her mainstream credits
one to use a white-label
store and focus on getting
traffic. Unless you are
ready to spend many tens
of thousands and years of
work, there is no way you
can build a store that can
compete with Amazon on
converting traffic to sales.
Meanwhile, getting traf-
project and is where the
money is.”
Levine pointed out that
the feel of that show, same
thing with “Star Trek:
The Next Generation: A
XXX Parody” and I really
loved “The Friend Zone”
because the story was just
so genuine and fun and
the actors were great.
How did you come to
work with New Sensa-
tions/Digital Sin?
I was working freelance
when I met Nic Andrews,
who in turn, introduced
me to Scott Taylor, the
owner of New Sensations.
New Sensations was
starting to do more fea-
ture porn and so I arrived
at the right time. I really
enjoyed all the parody
work we did for a few
years there. And now I
really enjoy the Romance
and Couples lines we are
doing.
What other editing jobs
do you do?
I’ve done some main-
stream editing gigs,
including a UFC series
vibrators.
Successful retail starts
with meeting custom-
ers where they are. The
best way to do that is to
remember that they often
have much smaller com-
fort zones than we do, and
to train your staff accord-
ingly. When you and your
employees know how to
help customers feel com-
fortable, there’s a lot more
room to suggest products,
answer questions, and
boost sales.
include modeling gigs for
Louis Vuitton and Ameri-
can Apparel. Additionally,
Skin was recently featured
in a Marvel comic “Dare-
devil: End of Days” where
artist David Mack used
her as a model reference to
draw the character Echo. X
“we created the first af-
filiate program for adult
products back in 1995 and
we remain the leader in
this space. We build these
for online marketers as
well as brick-and-mortar
stores.”
He concluded, “I wish
I had the profit margin
my affiliates have. They
get the lion’s share of the
profits, because traffic is
where the value is.” X
on SPIKE TV and some
small stuff on KCAL. I’ve
also done sound design
on a number of indepen-
dent films, including
animation. I really enjoy
cutting trailers and I’ve
had several of my parody
trailers be recognized by
mainstream media.
What are your hobbies?
I am a martial artist,
currently an Orange Belt
in Tae Kwon Do and I do a
lot of biking and reading.
I also write and am work-
ing on a book about my
experiences in the adult
industry. And I really dig
video games, which is
unusual for someone of my
age and gender.
What are your future
plans?
I’d like to continue
editing professionally and
maybe someday branch
out to mainstream trail-
ers and films. I also really
would love to do some more
sound-design work. X
Charlie Glick-
man, PhD, is
a sexuality
speaker, trainer,
writer, blogger
and coach. He’s
an AASECT-
certified sex edu-
cator and has
been working in
this field for more than 20 years.
Charlie is the co-author of The
Ultimate Guide to Prostate Pleasure:
Erotic Exploration for Men and
Their Partners. Find out more about
him at CharlieGlickman.com. X
Underworld CONTINUED FROM PAGE 54 the script has alternate
Movie Magic The director is once endings. “Either I live or I
No one said shooting porn was easy. again using a formula die.” Actor that she is, she
that worked well in his leans toward a great death
previous fantasy ventures: scene. But at this point the
“The other world meets call hasn’t yet been made.
this world, crazy char- She does get to “inter-
acters come to life, and act with Death,” played
debauchery ensues.” by Derrick Pierce, in the
Jessica, fresh from the post-op recovery room.
makeup chair, looks ultra- When her character starts
glamorous. “Everything to flatline, she is trans-
we’ve shot so far has been posed to an alternate real-
astonishing,” she says. “I ity “where death is.”
love working for Brad and “I’m not ready,” she
I hate working for Brad. tells him, and offers him
He pushes you so hard. sex in exchange for her
He’s a perfectionist.” life.” Remnants from their
The star explains that sex scene — a pile of dead
leaves and ashes — re-
main in a corner of
the soundstage floor.
This, Jessica
emphasizes, is her
most demanding role
since “Fallen.” She
was prepared for the
five sex scenes but not
for the unexpected
aerial work. After her
dialogue with Death,
Brad surprised her
with, “OK, time for
the harness.”
“I had no idea!
Brad said, ‘Oh, we
mentioned it the other
night.’ Well, that does
not constitute discuss-
ing it with me!”
Soon recovered
from the shock, she
was strapped into
a “repelling har-
ness” with hooks and
motorized drive. She
had to “go limp in the
air” as cameras shot
from above and below.
““Death thinks he has
me. Then we see light
from above,” she says,
adding, “It made me
so dizzy.”
On the final day of
the shoot, they’ll re-
turn to the high desert,
near Lancaster, where
they’ve already shot
one day. She’ll have
a sex scene with Asa
Akira and two men.
They will be giving her
character life support
during surgery. Jes-
sica calls it the “blood
scene.” There will be
another crane, there
will be an aerialist,
there will be a water-
fall. It will be night.
Today at 5 p.m.,
with just one sex scene
but more dialogue to
shoot, Jessica esti-
mates they’ll wrap
around midnight. For
the moment, the set
is beginning to take
shape, and Brad and
his Sharpie are getting
busy painting suture
marks on the muscular
arms of Toni Ribas. X

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Ferrara
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 50 not always that fit. But, How often do you get
How often do you per- the days I’m fit, I play recognized in public?
form now? basketball. I do Brazilian It’s becoming more and
I try not to perform as jiu jitsu. When I’m fit that more now. Unfortunately,
much as I used to. When also means I’m watching what kills our industry is
I first came to America I what I eat. Usually I get what’s making us more
used to work twice a day fit before I go on vacation popular, all those free
almost every day. I think to France so when I’m sites. People have easier
one month I did 57 scenes. there I eat as much as access to porn so they see
It was crazy. But it was I can. When I’m not fit, you more and you’re more
also very easy. It was the usually it’s because I just recognizable. I think that
high peak of the gonzo. It got back from France. But and also I think the way
was like in and out in 45 no secrets man … I’m a I fuck is different than
minutes. It was very easy. regular dude, man. what other people do. So
Now, I try not to work as it’s becoming more and
much. But it’s difficult, What do you do to take more and it’s always like
because I’m good friends your mind off of porn? the weird, awkward thing
with a few people and they I really switch off once where you’re at the gym
all shoot. They all ask me I’m done shooting or showering and there’s
to work with them. And directing or performing. that dude who’s like, ‘Hey,
I’m very weak and I will I’m completely different. you’re the porn guy, right!’
say yes. They know how I spend time with my And there’s 20 people
to talk to me. They know family or my girlfriend. around. Or you’re with
how to get me there. Or I do my sports. I re- your family Christmas
ally turn it off. I can’t shopping and someone’s
You’re a pleaser? be one of the people that like, ‘Hey!’ But yeah, I
I’m a pleaser, definitely. live only for porn. I don’t don’t do this for fame at
think it’s healthy to do all. But it partly comes
How do you balance the it that way. When I first with it.
performing with your came to America I only
own projects for Manuel knew people from porn. What do you still want
Ferrara Productions? And it was like an OD of to accomplish in the
I just shoot what I like porn for me. I would have industry?
to shoot as a director. I to go back to France so I I’ve done a lot of gonzo
figured out that if I like could see my family and all my career. I like to do
it, some other people will my friends. Now, it’s more different things, maybe
like it. Before I was in diverse and the people I do a little feature here
porn, I would jerk off to hang out with are gener- and there. Definitely not
PHOTO BY JEFF KOGA.

anything, that’s the truth. ally not from porn. parodies. This is noth-
I would jerk off to features ing that I want to do as a
to gonzo, to everything. ... What do you think of performer or as a direc-
I had my preferences, but your signature sex toy? tor. Again it’s not about
really whatever I would Sex toy companies the paycheck. I don’t do
find I would jerk off to it. have approached me in everything just for money.
And it’s pretty much like the past, but it was never But do a little feature that
that for everyone else. Re- something I was inter- I would write and work on
ally if I like what I shoot, And then my series “Raw,” movie. I worked a few ested in. It was never a and do something again
I’m sure some other people it’s more like my personal, times with Sheena Shaw good offer. Let’s be honest, fun that I like. That’s
will like it. Some won’t, private collection. It’s my and I think she’s incred- those people just want something that can be
but who cares. As long as little thing. I still watch a ible. She really loves what to make their money but fun. Let’s see.
I do it the way I like it. lot of porn. I’m really tired she does. She really loves they’re not really good at
of all the basic set-ups— anal. She really loves d.p. giving money. But I have How much longer do
Could you describe the you know the funny pizza She’s like the perfect porn a very good relationship you plan to perform?
differences between guy and all the different star because she loves with New Sensations and Well there is a lot of
each of your top series? ways to show that. ‘Oh my doing it. So I shot that Scott Taylor the owner of new guys now that are
I really wanted to make God, my husband’s about movie. I had fun doing it. the company. When I first doing good. And you
series that show people to show up.’ No. I really She had fun. It’s very rare came to America I used know, it’s their time. I’m
different things. Obvi- wanted to go more toward for me to do a movie that to work a lot for him and close to the end I think,
ously, with “Evil Anal” the more realistic and focuses on one girl. And I consider him one of my performing-wise, for
the focus is on the anal more intimate porn. And this one was very fun. friends in the industry. sure. Not that I don’t feel
sex. I like anal sex. But I the sex-tape format was Then I met Bailey Blue, And one day we talked like performing. It’s just
like anal sex with women perfect for that. That’s which will be the next about it and he had that you arrive at a point in
who like anal sex, not just why I started “Raw.” It “Wide Open” movie. She’s toy company and he said, life where you’re like,
with women that just do can be more intimate, just a lot like Sheena. She re- ‘Why don’t you do it with ‘Hey this was cool, this
it because it’s an extra a girl and a camera and ally wants to be here and me?’ So we started doing was fun, but I need to
paycheck. And that’s what me. No one else around. has fun and enjoys anal that and I went to do the focus my energy on other
I want to show to the anal The girl appears the way sex. Enjoys sex, period. So mold which was like inter- things.’
fans. “Slutty and Sluttier,” they want to appear. Don’t I decided to make it a se- esting experience. People
that just allows me to need them to wear fish- ries. And then later on I’ll will tell you, ‘You have to What is your fan-base
book girls that don’t nec- nets and big eyelashes. I find another girl to keep stay an hour hard, keep it like in France?
essarily do anal, but also want them to look as real going on and on and on. like this.’ And really, it’s It’s funny. When I go to
do love sex. Same thing. as possible and show sex five minutes, it’s not that France, I get recognized
I never want to book a as real as possible too. When can people look long. It’s just a weird pro- too, a lot. A lot more than
girl or shoot a girl that Intimacy is very im- for “Bailey Blue Wide cess where you put that here, but it’s also because
doesn’t like what she does. portant for me. That’s Open”? weird thing on your dick. we walk a lot more there.
If she shows up on set and why I really like that I’m preparing it right It’s just a weird process It’s the same thing. People
clearly shows that she series “Raw.” It became now. That’s the next movie to do but it’s funny now are cool about it in gener-
doesn’t want to be here, my favorite now to shoot, I’m going to shoot. to see that, like, wow, it al. I never hear something
I’m sending her home. actually. does like, it is my dick. like, ‘That’s the guy that
I really want to people How do you stay fit for But it’s not a real one. does porn.’ It’s always like,
that watch my movies to What is your vision for the camera? Actually I used it in my ‘Hey man, you’re the man!’
see that those girls are the “Wide Open” series? A lot of the people at movie “Sheena Shaw Wide But it’s similar to here
having fun and are here I started the series home that watch my mov- Open.” I did a double-anal when people recognize
because they want to fuck. “Wide Open” as a single ies or my scenes know I’m with myself in it.” you. It’s very similar. X

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Icon
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 84
winning DVD series and
long-running Las Vegas
show, have been a big hit
for Icon.
“The Fashionistas line
certainly has been one of
our major homeruns. The
concept for this line is
unique to Icon Brands,”
Lee told XBIZ. “The
element of printed glass
was never incorporated
into the BDSM genre.
Each item is beautifully
printed with elegant de-
signs. The glass handles
provide not only perfect
balance, but truly feels
like a piece of art in your
hands. From the Nipple
Suckers to the Piggy Tail
Plug to the Whip and
Riding Crop, Fashionis-
tas has certainly raised
the bar in high-end
BDSM gear.”
The company’s roots
in graphic design are
evident in Icon Brands
packaging, which high-
lights the product and
synchronizes with other
products in the same
line, and won the com-
pany a 2011 XBIZ Award
for Excellence in Packag-
ing. “Icon’s upper man-
agement comes from the
world of design, so our
products and packaging
will always have a strong
graphic orientation,”
Weinberg said. “We’re
frequently told we have a
Wilde
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 91
community for over 20
years, and I’ve experi-
enced just about every
activity I’ve directed in a
Rough scene. The play in
my personal life is cer-
tainly reflected by what
I put on the screen,” he
says. “Obviously, I enjoy
fetish play and explor-
ing power relationships.
What could happen in
a fantasy world when a
cop, coach, supervisor
or teacher crosses the
line most of us shy away
from? I’m also a big
voyeur. I like to watch
people having sex, and I
want to present sex in a
way that’s worth watch-
ing.”
For his own part,
Wilde notes that he has
loosened up as a director
over the past few years.
“In my theatre
days, each project was
scripted, blocked and
rehearsed. Everything
was very structured. My
work with the Rough
line has taught me to
work with what’s in
126  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
Icon Execs
Rebecca Weinberg and Joanie Lee attend a B2B trade show.
‘fresh, new look,’ and we
really appreciate that be-
cause we’ve really work
hard to achieve it. And
as more and more women
become novelty buyers,
that design orientation
will only become more
important.
“We definitely have
merchandising on our
minds when we launch
new products,” Lee said.
“Each brand has a broad
selection of items that
complement each other.
We suggest our items not
go into a ‘Gay’ or ‘Cou-
ples’ section, but rather
a Falcon, Evil Angel or
Icon Brands section. Our
products look most ap-
front of me and to col-
laborate more with those
around me. No director
ever captures the scene
playing out in his or her
head. I’ve learned just
because it’s ‘different’
doesn’t mean it’s less ex-
citing. I still have more
to learn when it comes
to starting a scene and
incorporating dialogue.
How do you establish
a scenario that doesn’t
peg the ‘cheese meter’ or
have the viewer reach-
ing for the remote to fast
forward? I’m working on
that one.”
Wilde adds that he
takes a different ap-
proach with TitanMen
features than with
Rough projects. He has
become more aware of
the challenges it pres-
ents, being careful not to
“direct the spontaneity
out of the scene” — a trap
he notes is harder to fall
into in the fetish proj-
ects. His workload on the
more mainstream fea-
tures has increased over
the years, with hits like
pealing when merchan-
dised together and that’s
something we carefully
plan.”
Tse herself represents
another part of the com-
pany’s commitment to
merchandising in stores
around the country. Lee
calls her “absolutely one
of the best at motivating
salespeople. She does
Ladies Nights, trainings,
and in-store merchandis-
ing. Retailers love Jenny,
and Jenny loves to travel,
demonstrate product and
cheer up the place!”
For more information,
visit the Icon Brands
website at IconBrands
.com. X
“Surveillance,” “After
Hours,” “Powerstroke”
and the recent “Scruf.”
Wilde notes he would
love to tackle a ’60s- or
’70s-themed porn, or
another stylized project
like “Folsom Funhouse,”
“H2O” or “Flux.”
“One of the reasons
I enjoy this industry
so much is that sex is
a passion for me. I’ve
worked with a number of
organizations to de-
velop content or present
workshops dealing with
sexual expression and
alternative lifestyles.
I’ve been with my hus-
band for over 15 years
and part of a poly family
of five for over six years,”
he says. “Everyone who
works in the industry
has his or her own war
stories and inside jokes.
My favorite memories
come from the extended
times we spend on loca-
tion. When you’re living
with someone for a week,
you have the opportunity
to see the person behind
the persona.” X
Measure B
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3
Pregerson said that he had big
concerns over Measure B’s lan-
guage that includes a “suspicion-
only requirement” for a general
search and seizure of adult film
producers’ premises, including at
their homes.
Pregerson noted that the ordi-
nance could be abused and that
it wouldn’t take much to trample
4th Amendment rights by mere
suspicion.
“My big concern is the suspi-
cion standard, reasonable suspi-
cion standard, or probable cause
standard,” Pregerson said. “The
concern is that the door is open
to general searches of homes that
have nothing to do with the ac-
tors or production.”
Pregerson also noted that
there could be prior restraint
issues involving preconditions
before adult producers can even
film. “I tend to agree that there
may be some issues in terms of
implementation,” he said.
Pregerson, in an hour-and-
a-half hearing at Los Angeles
federal court, listened to argu-
ments from Vivid attorney Paul
Cambria and Samantha Azulay,
counsel for the AIDS Healthcare
Foundation, which has been
appointed intervenor for Los An-
geles County in the case.
Vivid, as well as co-plaintiffs
Kayden Kross and Logan Pierce,
128  XBIZ PREMIERE  AUGUST 2013
is suing Los Angeles County
seeking a stay of enforcement
through a preliminary injunction
of Measure B, the Los Angeles
porn-condom ballot initiative ap-
proved by voters in November.
Vivid earlier told the court
that they would seek the court’s
reconsideration of an earlier
ruling granting AHF intervenor
status in the case because of last
month’s U.S. Supreme Court de-
cision in Hollingsworth vs. Perry,
which held that the sponsors of
California’s Proposition 8 do not
have standing to appeal an ad-
verse decision when public official
refuse to do so.
But Pregerson said that he
believed that the argument over
whether the AHF lacks standing
to act as intervenor in the case
had been well-briefed by Vivid.
“Let’s go on with next issue,”
said Pregerson, moving on to
discussion for the motion for pre-
liminary injunction.
In his opening, Cambria told
the court that the statute is
unconstitutional for a number of
reasons.
“It begins by the fact that it
deals with expression. It deals
with the First Amendment,”
Cambria said. “It is a content-
based statute.”
Pregerson, however, said that
he agreed with Cambria that the
ordinance is a content-based stat-
ute, and he asked
him to discuss
restrictions on
First Amend-
ment-pro-
tected ex-
pression
in the
making
of adult
films.
“First
of all, the
expres-
sion that
we are deal-
ing are all of
the machinations of
making movies and whether
this statute in some way dictates
content of the movies, which it
does,” Cambria told the court. “It
indicates that individuals cannot
be portrayed as having sexual re-
lations of a defined nature in the
statute unless they are wearing
a condo, which of course affects
the content of the film and the
expression of the producer.”
“It dictates the storyline, how
they edit the film,” he said. “If
my client wants to convey lawful
sex not obscene without a condom
this statute prohibits that.”
But the AHF’s Azulay refuted
the notion that Measure B affects
the fantasy erotic message in
adult films by making condoms
mandatory.
“We don’t believe it is
content-based at all,” Azulay
said. “We don’t think any
expression is being curtailed.
“And they can produce a
product with any storyline
they want they have the
digital capability to express
themselves any way they
want.”
Cambria, in discussing
the 4th Amendment issue,
said it is a large one and that
anyone who makes com-
mercial porn in Los Angeles
County — even performing
married couples— must ap-
ply for permits, pay fees and
wear mandatory condoms.
“It permits a general
search and one not based on
probable cause,” Cambria
said. “A husband and wife
who are making a commer-
cial movie in their own home
are subject to this statute.
There is no exception.
“With Cal/OSHA, when
they have inspected in the
past, it is not a prior re-
straint; if there is a any type
of violation the production
will stop,” Cambria said.
“With Measure B, the statute
will make the production stop
as well as any other movies a
producer is involved in. And
by mere suspicion they can
seize anything ... samples,
bodily records or the only
copy of the movie.
“What the statute is saying
is that particular storylines
will be approved or not by the
government by this legisla-
tion.
They are
disapprov-
ing sex with-
out condoms
and the law is
making it a crimi-
nal act to portray
such a thing.”
Cambria said that
the U.S. Supreme
Court in U.S. vs. Ste-
phens decided for pro-
tected speech involving
animal crush movies despite
how ghoulish the content was.
“There is no exception to the
First Amendment for a storyline
that is reprehensible, for ex-
ample,” Cambria said. “That is
essence of First Amendment; the
First Amendment is to protect
that which may not be popular.”
Pregerson said he was wary
of Measure B’s objectives and
hopeful the parties could come to
some agreement over the issues
because, “I do not fully under-
stand the concerns that underlie
the ordinance,” he said.
“I understand the health
concerns,” he said. “But when
you look at this statute it seems
like what it does is just push the
problem, if there is one in adult
entertainment, to Nevada or to
some other county.
“If the idea is to protect work-
ers in this trade and reduce the
risk of these diseases it seems
like it is taking a balkanized ap-
proach — pushed away to make it
someone else’s problem.”
Cambria was joined by attor-
ney H. Louis Sirkin and Vivid
co-founder Steven Hirsch at the
plaintiffs table.
Other adult entertainment
industry figures attended as well,
including Vivid’s March Hirsch,
Free Speech Coalition CEO
Diane Duke, FSC Membership
Director Joanne Cachapero and
attorney Allan Gelbard.
Duke told XBIZ after the hear-
ing that the FSC was pleased
how things went for Vivid’s case
seeking the preliminary injunc-
tion over implementation of
Measure B.
“We are very happy that Judge
Pregerson clearly knew the issues
surrounding the case,” she said.
Pregerson did not indicate
when he would rule on pending
motions in the case. X
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inspection (or even being
produced).
“This case represents
a growing trend of deci-
sions which require the
parties to introduce
tangible evidence of the
overbreadth of a chal-
lenged statute, as op-
posed to relying solely on
hypothetical applications
of the law in unconstitu-
tional ways,” he said.
“Disturbingly, the
decision recognizes that
Section 2257 does apply
even to non-commercial
JEFFREY DOUGLAS
CHAIRMAN, FSC

The trial court

cable regulations, or just
follow the dictates of the
court’s opinion,” Walters
said.
“Undoubtedly, the de-
cision will be appealed — 
at least by the FSC, but
possibly by both parties.
This has always been
an uphill battle for the
industry, and the deci-
sion reinforces the need
to comply with 2257 re-
quirements while the law
is being challenged.
“The DOJ could
resume inspections at
any time, although such
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Rocco who put more weight
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The 3rd Circuit in
its April 2012 ruling SEPT. 23–25
said that as “a matter of INTERNATIONAL
law the administrative- LINGERIE SHOW
search exception to the LAS VEGAS
Fourth Amendment’s
ILS, a leading lingerie show, is held at the Rio Hotel and Casino
warrant requirement and is free to attend for qualified buyers. Attendees can visit free
does not justify the war- seminars hosted by industry experts that will discuss maximizing
rantless inspections au- holiday sales and web techniques for independent retailers.
thorized under sections
2257 and 2257A.” SPECTRADE.com/Shows/Lingerie
Obenberger said that
Baylson took the law into SEPT. 27–29
his own hands when he
ruled 2257 inspections CATALYST CON — WEST
WOODLAND HILLS, CALIF.
constitutional.
Apparently, I’m the only one who buys “He’s playing chess CatalystCon is a conference created to inspire exceptional conver-
with the 3rd Circuit,” sations about sexuality. It is about reaching out and stimulating
Rocco’s adult videos, so he’s a little Obenberger told XBIZ. “I those who attend to create those important conversations in
overprotective. think they are going to their own communities, changing how we as a society talk and
let him really have it.” X treat sexuality. The fundamental principle behind CatalystCon
is “knowledge is power, and sharing that knowledge is the first
spark in igniting change.”
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127 53 109 59 42, 44, 56, 48

57 124 Back Cover 89

84 78 4–5, 27, 37 31 91

55 99 75, 77 21, 23, 61

19 87 103 128 119

9 120 57

121 126 26 28–29

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 83 101 63 111

91 113 70–71 45, 47, 49

117 7 False Cover, Inside False Cover, 32-33

13, 15, 17 118 82 68

67 43 30 73, 77

76 35 88 85

123 35, 37 138–139 79, 115 34

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 On the Scene
ANME Founders Show

JULY 13–15 AT BURBANK AIRPORT MARRIOTT HOTEL IN BURBANK, CALIF.

PHOTOS BY BOOTS BRYANT

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 On the Scene
Castle Megawards

JUNE 28 AT PHOENIX MARRIOTT TEMPE AT THE BUTTES IN PHOENIX

PHOTOS BY CASTLE MEGASTORE

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X’ Show

MAY 31–JUNE 2 AT THE T-TEC MODULE IN MOSCOW

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 On the Scene
Adam & Eve’s ‘T&A’

MAY 7 IN GRANADA HILLS, CALIF.

PHOTOS BY JEFF KOGA

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Tara Lynn Foxx’s Birthday Party

JUNE 15 AT COLONY NIGHTCLUB IN HOLLYWOOD, CALIF.

PHOTOS BY RICK GARCIA OF INDUSTRYBYRICK

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