LOS ANGELES — Tommy Pistol and Selina Imai will guest on tonight’s episode of “Inside the Industry with James Bartholet,” which will livestream at 6 p.m. (PDT).
Bartholet, co-host Christy Love, and their guests will take live listener calls during the broadcast, which is presented by DukesDollz.com.
The episode will be broadcast on Facebook, iHeart/Spreaker, and InsideTheIndustry.net.
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SAN DIEGO — Real-life couple Sumner and Koaty Blayne star in the latest release from Sean Cody.
As the scene opens, “Sumner and Koaty are making out on their couch,” the synopsis reveals. “They take their shirts off, and Koaty straddles the top. The guys get naked, and Koaty sucks Sumner and sits on his face before they 69. Next, the dark-haired bottom rides Sumner’s cock on the floor, then bends over the couch to get fucked.”
“Sumner & Koaty” premieres Sept. 19 on SeanCody.
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LAS VEGAS — Pleasure brand Lightning Star World has introduced its new Aubrey Kate Collection.
The line features the Dream Girl stroker sleeve and the Aubrey Kate Signature Replica dildo, molded from Kate’s anatomy.
“I am incredibly honored to be the first trans girl signed with Lightning Star,” said Kate. “Receiving my custom butt and cock molds is a milestone that reflects my journey and self-expression. I hope this inspires others to embrace their authenticity and celebrate their unique identities.”
Added Lightning Star World Founder Jacky Y., “We believe creators deserve far more than they’ve been given elsewhere. They deserve positive, dignified marketing — not to be reduced to hyper-sexualized meat cups, and fans deserve toys that look and feel better because they’re built with real engineering, not outdated shortcuts.”
For more information, visit LightningStar.World.
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LAS VEGAS — Pleasure brand Lightning Star World has introduced its new Aubrey Kate Collection.
The line features the Dream Girl stroker sleeve and the Aubrey Kate Signature Replica dildo, molded from Kate’s anatomy.
“I am incredibly honored to be the first trans girl signed with Lightning Star,” said Kate. “Receiving my custom butt and cock molds is a milestone that reflects my journey and self-expression. I hope this inspires others to embrace their authenticity and celebrate their unique identities.”
Added Lightning Star World Founder Jacky Y., “We believe creators deserve far more than they’ve been given elsewhere. They deserve positive, dignified marketing — not to be reduced to hyper-sexualized meat cups, and fans deserve toys that look and feel better because they’re built with real engineering, not outdated shortcuts.”
For more information, visit LightningStar.World.
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LOS ANGELES — Leah Hayes and Silas Stone star in the latest release from Grooby paysite TGirls.xxx, titled “Legs Up Leah!”
Directed by Radius Dark, the scene opens with Hayes meeting Stone for some career advice, which transitions into a tryst.
“Leah Hayes is an incredible performer who consistently delivers for our fans,” said studio CEO Steven Grooby. “Her scenes always carry that perfect balance of authenticity and heat, and paired with Silas Stone in ‘Legs Up Leah,’ it’s a must-watch.”
The scene is streaming on TGirls.xxx.
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SAN FRANCISCO — NakedSword and Disruptive Films have debuted their first collaborative release, the action thriller “Wild Game.”
Co-directed by Ben Rush and Jessica Jasmin, the feature stars Paul Wagner, Blain O’Connor, Heath Halo, Jayden Marcos, Andrew Delta, Mike Monroe, Miles Fallon, and reigning XMAs Gay Performer of the Year Derek Kage.
“Mike Monroe presents Derek Kage with a cryptic, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to compete for one million dollars,” the synopsis reveals. “To bag the cash, all Derek has to do is win a furtive competition held by a pair of sinister billionaires who enjoy hunting — and fucking — men for sport.”
The first installment is streaming on NakedSword; the full title will be available Sept. 12 on VOD and DVD from the Falcon/NakedSword store.
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LOS ANGELES — B-Vibe’s 360 Plug has been spotlighted on Wired.com.
In the review article, writer Amanda Chatel discussed using the device with a partner and solo.
“I love it when a B-Vibe product comes my way, even if it’s a P-spot vibrator like the B-Vibe 360 Plug,” said Chatel. “I don’t have a prostate, but my partner does, so it makes for a lot of fun to use together when we want to add some anal play to the mix.
“Not only does the 360 Plug’s shaft and head vibrate, but so does the base that sits perfectly snug against the perianal zone,” she added. “It was here that we realized why it’s called the 360 Plug.”
To read the full article, click here.
For more information, visit BVibe.com.
MONTREAL — Brittney Kade headlines “TS Workout,” the latest title from Mile High Media studio imprint TransSensual.
Directed by multi-XMAs winner Ricky Greenwood, the title also features Anada Riley, Avery Lust, Dakota Wonders, Adam X Lee, Sage Roux, and Cliff Jensen.
“Brittney Kade once again brings her captivating brand of energy and passion to TransSensual,” said Mile High VP Jon Blitt. “Ricky perfectly captures Brittney at her wildest as he directs this exciting new release from some of the hottest trans stars in the business.”
Click here for box art and additional details; follow Kade on X.com.
Direct sales and distribution inquiries to victoria@mile-high-media.com, or call 800-363-0133.
PHOENIX — Former Backpage.com CEO Carl Ferrer was sentenced in federal court today to three years’ probation and a $40,000 restitution fine for a conspiracy conviction related to money laundering through the defunct website.
Ferrer, who pleaded guilty in 2018 to the conspiracy charge when he and site co-founders Michael Lacey and James Larkin were originally arrested, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Diane Humetewa. Former sales director Dan Hyer, who also pleaded guilty to conspiracy and faced sentencing today, was released on time served and not ordered to pay restitution.
“What the company did was wrong, and what I did was wrong,” Ferrer said during the hearing. “I’m sorry. I will carry this regret and shame with me for the rest of my life.”
Prosecutors had asked for five years’ probation, admitting that Ferrer’s cooperation with the investigation had enabled them to achieve “understanding of the nature and circumstances of the offenses,” allowing the government to seize more than $200 million in company assets.
“He is almost entirely responsible for us having that $200 million victims’ fund,” federal prosecutor Kevin Rapp told Humetewa.
Ferrer’s attorneys asserted that he was the victim of “brainwashing” by his co-founders, who he claimed had assured him the First Amendment protected the company’s actions.
“He was surrounded by a stream of misrepresentations and lies,” said Ferrer attorney Jonathan Baum.
During his own sentencing, Hyer said, “My actions at Backpage affected the lives of people I’ll never know. It’s hard to look myself in the mirror. I will continue to try and work on the side of good rather than evil for the rest of my life.”
Humetawa responded, “I feel, Mr. Hyer, your remorse to be sincere.”
As XBIZ reported, former Backpage executives Joy Vaught and Andrew Padilla were found not guilty in a 2023 trial. Humetewa took that acquittal into account in sentencing Hyer, whose lawyers argued he was simply following the directions of his superiors.
“Because you were not a decision-maker, I am reminded that sometimes you were taking guidance from Mr. Padilla,” Humetewa said. “If the jury didn’t find enough to convict Mr. Padilla or Ms. Vaught, I do have to take that into consideration.”
The controversial Backpage case, originally launched by the Justice Department in 2018, contended that the website facilitated prostitution. The initial 2021 proceeding ended in a mistrial after the original trial judge, Susan Brnovich, agreed with the defense’s claim of prosecutorial misconduct. The defendants were set to be retried in August 2023 before Humetawa. Larkin, however, committed suicide days before the retrial commenced.
At retrial, which concluded in November 2023, Lacey was convicted for one count of money laundering, though the jury deadlocked on dozens of prostitution-related charges brought against him. He was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison and a $3 million fine in August of last year for the single conviction. In November, the United States Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit released Lacey on $1 million bail pending an appeal of his conviction. He still faces a possible second retrial on 34 of the charges for which a verdict wasn’t reached at the first retrial, though prosecutors have said they’ll await the outcome of the appeals process before proceeding.
At the time of Lacey’s sentencing, former Backpage executives Scott Spear and John Brunst were each sentenced to 10 years in prison.
Click here for XBIZ’s extensive coverage of the Backpage case.
LOS ANGELES — Serenity Cox performs her first gangbang in the fourth installment of “The Blueprint,” from Vixen Media Group studio imprint Blacked.
Directed by Derek Dozer, the scene features Hollywood Cash, Jax Slayher, Sheem, Sly Diggler, Slimpoke, and Jamie Knoxx.
The feature “is a bold reimagining of the origin of Blacked, following a small but determined team with an audacious vision: to create a site that would redefine adult entertainment,” said a rep. “At the center is Jason (Luv), a bartender with no industry experience but a presence the team knows can change everything. In part four, the site has launched, and everyone is rushing to be in on the action. However, Serenity is getting the gangbang she’s been dreaming of with or without Jason.”
Cox enthused about the career milestone.
“I’m beyond excited to not only be making my debut on Blacked, but also to take on my first gangbang,” she said. “To experience both of these milestones in such a huge feature like ‘The Blueprint’ has been incredible. Filming this scene was unforgettable, my co-stars were all amazing, and I had the best time on set.”
“The Blueprint: Part 4” is streaming on Blacked.
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