CANBERRA, Australia — The head of Australia’s eSafety Office, the country’s official online regulator has unveil her proposal to censor adult content in the country through a position paper and an exclusive interview with a local newspaper.

In an interview with The Australian, eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant called the censorship measures a “child safety code,” although the position paper boasts the rather more generalizing title “Development of Industry Codes Under the Online Safety Act.”

Inman Grant told The Australian’s David Swan that her goal was to target “the likes of Facebook and Instagram, which she said had not done a good enough job of protecting their users — particularly children — from accessing violent and extreme pornography.”

“Much of our success is contingent on working with industry and using the carrot to the extent we can, and then we’ve got sticks to use,” Inman Grant told The Australian, deliberately deploying a corporal punishment metaphor.

Through the months when she has been selling her proposal to the public, Inman Grant has continuously fudged the line between “protecting children” from what she calls “extreme pornography,” and creating censorship rules that affect all Australians, regardless of age.

Neither Inman Grant nor the MPs who have demanded an age verification scheme have clarified how “extreme” pornography will be distinguished from “regular” pornography, or who would be in charge of making that decision.

Last week, Inman Grant boasted of her participation on the podcast from NCOSE, a group whose avowed mission is “to eradicate all pornography,” an umbrella term it has used for all sexual expression, including Sports Illustrated magazine, works of literature and LGBTQ+ education materials.

Australia’s top government censor was featured on a podcast by NCOSE, a religiously-inspired lobby formerly known as Morality in Media.

“Thanks NCOSE for the opportunity to discuss Australia’s eSafetyOffice to combatting [sic] child sexual exploitation material and online access to inappropriate content for minors,” Inman Grant tweeted from her own account, fully aligning herself with NCOSE’s mission.

“The approach of prevention, protection and proactive and systemic change will continue to drive our efforts,” Australia’s national censor added.

She later removed the tweet after users began confronting her about her alliance with such a controversial American group.

Main Image: Australia’s eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman Grant

LOS ANGELES — Thank Me Now has announced the Mini Halo collection as its flagship brand, joining Gender Fluid, Get Lucky, Hello Sexy, Triton Maxx and Voodoo Toys.

“The new Mini Halo collection offers the bestselling compact wand with 20 vibration patterns and eight speeds in seven color options, allowing customers to select a color to suit their mood or personal style,” noted a rep.

“The colors are a range of pastel and bold colors,” the rep added, including amethyst, lilac, midnight black, minty green, “peach fuzz,” “pink pink” and powder blue.

“After the powerful compact wand began to develop a customer-driven cult following in the Voodoo range, CEO Kevin Mirarchi saw the need to give the bestselling product a spotlight of its own and offer loyal customers the product they loved in their favorite color,” the rep noted. “The wand is designed for both solo self-love and partner play and it has proven to be a consistent bestseller for brick-and-mortar stores and e-commerce stores alike.”

Thank Me Now is also offering a free iridescent display stand to customers who purchase nine or more Mini-Halos.

Visit ThankMeNow.toys and contact danielle@thankmenow.toys, joe@thankmenow.toys, michelle@thankmenow.toys or terry@thankmenow.toys for additional details.

Sep 30, 2021 3:58 PM PDT

NEW YORK — Dr. Victoria Zdrok, aka Dr. Z, guests on a new episode of the “Man School 202” podcast, which focuses on dating and relationships for men.

Zdrok, a former Playboy Playmate and Penthouse Pet of the Year, is now a clinical psychologist and discussed “how men can get the women they want and her past appearances on ‘Howard Stern’ and ‘Opie and Anthony,'” noted a rep, as well her more recent work.

“I had a wonderful time on ‘Man School 202.’ Dante Nero, the host, is so smart,” Zdrok said. “We had a really great conversation. I think everyone could benefit from it.”

Her episode of “Man School 202” can be found on YouTube; follow the show on Twitter.

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LOS ANGELES — ASACP has announced that PleazeMe has become its newest Corporate Sponsor.

A rep explained ASACP’s sponsors are among the industry’s most respected companies and serve as “excellent examples of how corporate responsibility, ethical operation and basic proactive measures all help to protect minors and other viewers from accidental exposure to age-restricted materials online.”

According to the company, PleazeMe is “a private online space for adults looking to explore and discover their sexual desires and interests with others in seven different erotic ‘worlds’ — soft and sensual or edgy and experimental — men, women, trans, gay, straight, bi, pansexual, demisexual, curious — all are welcome and included. PleazeMe’s platform offers many of the same features found in popular social media apps, including GIF, video, and text sharing, user feed posting, commenting and ‘Heart’ button functionality, friend suggestions, private messaging, user followers, and name linking.”

“PleazeMe’s goal is to create the gold standard of child internet safety for sites that support our need for sexual wellness, edutainment, and pleasure,” Founder and CEO Heather C. Montgomery  explained. “We are dedicated to keeping children off our platform and taking every measure possible to keep all CSAM and nonconsensual crimes and materials away from this incredibly important resource for us all.”

“We believe there is a way to support healthy adult sexuality in a manner that doesn’t put children and victimized people at risk,” Montgomery added. “We are grateful for all the work the ASACP has done to lift and support this mission for the last 25 years and honored to be sponsoring such an important non-profit organization in our industry and the world.”

ASACP Executive Director Tim Henning said that the nonprofit association relies on the support that it receives from companies such as PleazeMe that are willing to take a leadership role in the fight to keep children out of and away from adult-oriented materials.

“By supporting the association and its initiatives, ASACP’s sponsors share in the credit for our success in improving the safety of the daily digital lives of minors,” Henning said. “Without our sponsors, we would not be able to carry on our vital work in making the modern world safer for children.”

ASACP sponsors such as PleazeMe empower the association and its 25-year record of success by underwriting its free child protection resources, including market-specific Best Practices and a comprehensive Code of Ethics for businesses, app publishers, and all operators of age-restricted websites.

“ASACP is grateful to PleazeMe for its commitment to child protection,” Henning concluded. “We encourage other brands to step up and follow PleazeMe’s lead in sponsoring our association and our mission to improve online child safety and look forward to the positive impact that the PleazeMe community will have in this valiant fight.”

For additional information, contact tim@asacp.org and visit ASACP.org.

Sep 30, 2021 2:43 PM PDT

LOS ANGELES — Jenevieve Hexxx stars alongside Scott Hancock in the latest oral tryst from BigGulpGirls.

“Set in a Moroccan-themed pillow room, the breathtaking beauty is dressed like a traditional belly dancer with her supple, flexible form and enchanting body art on full display as she performs a sexy tease before setting to work on Scott’s nine-inch nail,” a rep teased.

Hexxx shows off “her well-developed talent for milking men and leaves Hancock paralyzed with pleasure.”

The performer enthused about her experience.

“He came so hard I think I might have accidentally realigned his chakras in the process,” Hexxx joked. “Thanks for a hot scene. Don’t miss this one!.

A trailer and additional details can be found at BigGulpGirls.com.

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Sep 29, 2021 5:57 PM PDT

CERRITOS, Calif. — The Sportsheets Reseller Support (SRS) hub now includes 13 new GIFs, for a grand total of over 100 available for download, highlighting important product features and benefits.

“Retailers can now download GIFs for the Solid Red Ball Gag, Sunset Lace Corsette Strap On and the Leather Ankle Restraints, to name a few,” noted a rep. “Ideal for social media, websites, email campaigns and various other promotional channels, ‘Sportsheets GIF Collection Four’ has been compiled as a zip file for a quick, grab-and-go download.”

Sportsheets B2B Sales Manager Julia Harney praised the efficacy of GIFs as a sales tool.

“They play automatically so the consumer doesn’t even need to click on them to view. They showcase a quick, detailed view of the product, and are versatile so retailers can include them just about anywhere,” Harney said.

The SRS site launched last year and includes over 40 gigabytes of promotional and marketing materials.

Visit SportsheetsB2B.com and follow the company on Twitter.

LOS ANGELES — Chaturbate wrapped its first annual Health & Wellness Week this past Sunday, closing out a seven-day event featuring “fun, kinky and informative workshops” covering mental, physical and spiritual health, specifically for Chaturbate broadcasters.

“As a community-centric platform, our goal at Chaturbate is to provide our broadcasters with informative and educational resources so they can lead healthy and happy lives. We were very pleased with the turnout and response we got from the Chaturbate community and have decided to make this an annual event,” COO Shirley Lara said.

“The health and wellness of Chaturbate broadcasters is one of our top priorities,” she added.

Health & Wellness Week kicked off with a support group for broadcasters, hosted by Pineapple Support therapist Elliott Endre, and ended with “Queer Sex-Ed: LGBTQ+ Sexual Health,” moderated by professor and sex educator Angela Jones, PhD.

“It was a pleasure to host Chaturbate’s ‘Queer Sex-Ed’ workshop during health and wellness week. I am so grateful to have been in conversation with such amazing broadcasters,” Jones said. “The open and honest dialogue was both moving and informative. Panelists provided critical information regarding resources and tips for caring for our sexual health as LGBTQIA+ people.”

The live events were hosted by Chaturbate from September 20-26; each day featured a different workshop geared toward overall wellness, including “Yoga for Sex,” “Cooking for Sex,” and “Meditation for the Soul,” among others, livestreamed at 12 p.m. (PDT).

“I was overwhelmed by the support and response from the community of broadcasters,” said Jessica O’Reilly, PhD, a sexologist and relationship expert who hosted a “Business of Sex” workshop during Health & Wellness Week.

“These conversations about relationships, mental health and physical well-being are essential across all industries — and especially important in the adult industry where performer voices and needs ought to be amplified,” O’Reilly continued. “I feel lucky to have shared space and a microphone with Colby Chambers and Mickey Knox, and Honey and Tom [aka 19Honeysuckle]. Kudos to Chaturbate for prioritizing the relational, mental and physical health of their broadcasters. I feel very lucky to have been a small part of it.”

Chambers and Knox, both Chaturbate broadcasters, praised the week’s focused agenda.

“It was refreshing to see an industry leader focus on the models in such a way. In addition to the direct benefits models got from the event, we think stuff like this goes a long way to educate and spread awareness that this is a legitimate profession, made up of living breathing human beings, not just sex bots,” they said in a joint statement.

The panels from Health & Wellness Week are now available on Chaturbate’s Vimeo channel; follow the platform on Twitter.

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif. — Doc Johnson has announced holiday-themed editions of their Tryst and iVibe vibrators.

“These limited-edition holiday-themed vibes have all the features that have made the originals such successes, and now in a gorgeous red shade perfect for getting in the holiday spirit,” said a rep.

The Tryst Multi Erogenous Zone Massager is designed with men, women and couples in mind.

“It is a versatile toy, comprised of two curved vibrating arms and a vibrating base, each powered by strong seven-function motors,” the rep added. “The arms can flex to hug the clitoris, nipples or glans and users can position the base in a variety of stimulating ways.”

iVibe Select iPlease is described as “a small, quiet and yet unbelievably powerful vibrator that keeps user’s play discreet without sacrificing pleasure.”

“Featuring 20 unique vibration patterns and a fun, feminine lipstick shape, iPlease is made to satisfy and is suitable for external and internal use,” the rep said. “Simple push-button control, a strong silicone grip ring and convenient USB charging capability make this versatile vibrator a must-have.

Doc Johnson’s Director of Product Development Cheryl Hanslip said, “We’re really proud of these new versions of Tryst and iPlease. These new colors celebrate the feeling of the holiday seasons all the way from Thanksgiving to Valentine’s Day.”

For more information contact sales@docjohnson.com, visit B2BDocJohnson.com and follow the company on Twitter.

SEATTLE — Kheper Games has expanded its “Hedonism” collection of adult party games with the “Hedonism Card Game” and “Hedonism Game Set.”

The new products “help us celebrate as we come out of the pandemic,” noted a rep, with games that can be played by a couple or in a group as a party game or sex party game. Both can be played with any couple or any mix of gender groupings.

“Hedonism Card Game” includes two decks of cards: a red deck has sexual actions that a couple can play to “enjoy foreplay and sexual activities with each other,” while a black deck is meant to be played as “a flirty and fun adult party game,” the rep said. “If you are looking for hedonistic hookups, combine the two decks together and play with whatever size group you want to get naughty with. All cards are gender-neutral.”

The “Hedonism Game Set” includes four room cards and 12 reusable body stickers.

“There are six male stickers and six female stickers. The stickers are naked and the males are noticeably turned-on,” teased the rep. “Any couple can play by using half of the stickers for their gender. When playing with a group, each player takes one or more stickers to represent himself or herself. To play, take turns laying out the stickers in the various rooms, then act out the positions you create. If playing as a party game, act out the positions with some clothing on if you don’t dare to get so naughty.”

The “Hedonism” collection “addresses the needs the fans of our games have to go out and get naughty again,” Kheper CEO Brian Pellham said.

“Of course, we want people to be safe, be vaccinated and play safe with these games. They are timed to help us celebrate as we come out of the pandemic and build upon the success we’ve seen with our equally flexible ‘Let’s Fool Around’ line,” he added.

The company boasts an extensive line of romance games, including “100 Date Nights,” “Sex!!!,” “Mind, Body & Soul,” “Lust!,” “Let’s F*ck!,” “Fantasy Affairs,” “Intimate Encounters,” “Creative Kisses” and more.

“Kheper is also happy to share that it is back above it’s typical 95%-plus fill rate, and encourages it’ customers to order soon for the holidays and Valentine’s Day,” said the rep.

Visit the newly revamped KheperGames.com, call (877) 426-3755 or email info@khepergames.com for additional information.

Sep 29, 2021 4:39 PM PDT

LOS ANGELES — Girlfriends Films (GFF) has announced the VOD debut of “Lesbian House Hunters 21” featuring cover models Madi Meadows, Asia Rivera and Crystal Rush.

Meadows and Kendra James mark their return to GFF with the release, whose cast includes Eva Long and Katie Morgan and the studio debuts of Annie Archer and Harley King.

Cast members tweeted behind-the-scenes moments during production.

Meadows shared a picture of her and Morgan with the caption, “We love to see it,” while Long also posted a photo expressing pleasure with her costar.

“My day was all smiles with Annie for Girlfriends Films. Stay tuned!” she enthused.

Visit GirlfriendsFilmsVOD.com for additional information about “Lesbian House Hunters 21” and click here for BTS details.

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