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Stalwart Defender: Jeffrey Douglas on 30 Years Fighting for Free Expression

“If you had told me in 1995 that I would be on the FSC board for 30 years, I would have laughed out loud,” says Jeffrey Douglas.

Nerdgasm: A Look at the Naughty Side of Pop Culture Geekdom

From “Call of Duty” to cosplay, from tabletop dice rolls to dungeon-inspired dirty talk, the worlds of geek fandom and fantasy are no longer confined to the basement. They’ve kicked down the door, shed the “Firefly” tee and gone full frontal.

A Look at What's Driving the Booming Demand for Imagination-Inspired Sex Toys

It’s a tale as old as time. In childhood, we are captivated by fantasy stories that allow us to escape into a world of make-believe, where anything is possible. For adults, fantasy can also shape sensual experiences, allowing people to be whoever they want, do whatever they wish and go wherever they desire through role-playing — and an expanding array of imagination-inspired pleasure products.

Violet Myers: From Shy Girl to Social Media Queen

Clad in a futuristic, form-fitting, barely-there black ensemble that somehow evokes both bedroom wear and combat gear, Violet Myers looks like a character from “The Matrix” or the heroine of some “Blade Runner” reboot, trapped in a glowing virtual-reality maze.

Taboo Porn: A Look at the Ethics and Allure of the Forbidden

Taboo lurks on the edge of human curiosity, where power, transgression and fantasy collide. Taboo turns the illicit into the irresistible, appealing to our deepest, most secret urges.

Anna Claire Clouds: From Nashville to XMA Gold

The photo shoot is going great. Anna Claire Clouds knows all her angles. The moment the cap comes off the camera lens, Clouds tilts her head just so and deploys her signature dreamy eyes with all controls set to “smoldering.” Girl knows what she’s doing.

Emma Rose, Adult Time Collab for Introspective Journey in 'Discovering Myself'

Not everyone gets to tell their story to the world. But then again, not everyone is twice-crowned XMA Trans Performer of the Year Emma Rose.

What Changes in DC Could Mean for the Adult Industry

On November 5, 2024, American voters were called to the polls. The results of that election revealed an unquestionably uncomfortable truth for everyone, regardless of party or ideology: the “united” part of United States does not appear to be holding strong.

Agatha Vega: From Venezuela to Venerated Vixen

Agatha Vega was brought up in a small neighborhood in Caracas, Venezuela, a city known for its urban dangers. Yet despite her surroundings, she says, she had very positive experiences growing up. With various relatives living in close proximity, she was always able to enjoy the company of her family.

Gal Ritchie: From British Dominatrix to Rising L.A. Starlet

Gal Ritchie left her home in the U.K. and arrived in Los Angeles on Aug. 12, 2023. She remembers the exact date because it was such a key moment in her life.

Riley Reid Makes Studio Comeback With Dorcel's 'Strip'

France-based studio Dorcel has convinced Riley Reid to return to studio work for a starring role in the company’s latest feature, “Strip,” which focuses the company’s glamcore lens work on a distinctly unglamorous subject: the seedier side of strip clubs.

Kayley Gunner: From Combat Boots to Bombshell Heels

When Kayley Gunner started shooting porn in 2020, it wasn’t just her military background that made her stand out. There was also the “bombshell factor.” In this OnlyFans and Instagram “girl next door” era, Kayley was glamming it up and bringing old-school sexy back.

Eve Sweet Talks Keeping It Real On-Screen

The word “cosmopolitan” is rarely used to describe up-and-coming adult performers, but in the case of Eve Sweet, the shoe — quite possibly Louboutins purchased at the flagship store on Rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau in her home base of Paris — does indeed fit.

Chanel Camryn: From Alaska Bikini Barista to Breakout Starlet

As a proud, outdoorsy Alaskan, Chanel Camryn is unfazed by our very important first interview question: Has she ever encountered a bear?

Cosplay Unraveled: A Look at the Art of Monetizing Costume Play

For fans of pop culture and personality-based content, cosplay is the ultimate convergence. Seeing their favorite fictional characters portrayed by their favorite real-life creators doubles the fun — and when adult creators supercharge the action with a sexy twist, the excitement triples.

Kazumi: It's Her World - We Just Live in It!

Kazumi eases herself into the passenger seat as we get ready to leave the inaugural X3 magazine cover photo shoot, for which she has been specially selected from among the entire firmament of adult entertainers.

Road Warriors: Pleasure Brand Heroes Share the Grit and Grind Behind Empowering Retailers

The brand ambassadors and sales executives who travel worldwide, representing their companies and educating on products and sexual wellness, are the social butterflies of the adult retail industry.

Made in Europa: Creators Discuss Strategies for Staying on Top of Their Game

While the internet offers instant connection for a truly global community of adult creators and the fans who adore them, the reality is that there are genuine regional differences that go well beyond mere language barriers.

Gen Z: How Social Media Is Driving Pleasure Product Modernization

“Zoomers,” another term for Gen Z, is a play on “boomers.” It references the fact that — unlike their millennial and Gen X predecessors, who had to acclimate to the digital world as it was still dawning and exponentially growing — this generation grew up in a world that was already fast-paced and technology-driven.

Sextech 2024: A Look at the Latest Innovations in Pleasure Products

From classic designs amplified with extra power to unique functions and one-of-a-kind shapes intended for deep stimulation, the current wave of pleasure products is bringing customers new ways to push boundaries and immerse themselves in pleasure.

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