In the milestone 100th episode of the On The Whorizon podcast, SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels welcomes special guest Elle Stanger. They discuss Elle's diverse career in the adult industry, her journey from retail to adult work, and writing for major publications. Elle shares her advocacy work, insights on sex education, and overcoming stig…

If you’ve ever watched mainstream tv or movies with sex scenes in them, you can appreciate the people who make them look more realistic, while helping the performer be safest. Let’s talk with our guest Jamie Monahan, who works as an Intimacy Coordinator and Director. 3:00 #MeToo history 6:00 actors are taught to Say Yes 8:00 sexual alignment on fil…

In episode 103 of On The Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels explores the controversial topic of low subscription prices in the adult content industry and offers insights on more sustainable business models.MelRose discusses the common struggle of creators setting very low sub prices and shares her “controversial” opinion on why this …

Elizabeth Foreman works sober in New Orleans strip clubs these days. Here she shares her experience with sex work and sobriety which has given her insight, tactics and coping mechanisms while she continues to share her healing journey with others. 4:00 disclaimer - experiential and not academic 6:00 dancing instead of full-service 9:00 confusing la…

In episode 102 of 'On the Whorizon' CEO founder and host MelRose Michaels is joined by the dedicated foot model and fetish content creator, Maleka Myprettyfeet8. Maleka opens up about her journey, the challenges, and misconceptions in the foot modeling industry. From learning the business through her husband's coworker to developing a brand charact…

Erica Smith is a sex educator specializing in purity culture trauma and recovery. Let’s talk about dealing with shame and some tips for better sexual health and lives. 4:00 a controversial event in 2000 7:00 working in abortion clinic, juvenile justice system 10:00 youth in sex work or experiencing trafficking 14:00 how purity culture relates to ju…

In this podcast episode, host MelRose Michaels shares an innovative strategy for adult creators to monetize unsolicited dick pics. Inspired by a post in the CEO Society community, she delves into the concept of creating reactive content that can be sent as a locked response to these unsolicited pictures. MelRose also introduces the use of GPTease, …

Have you ever been made to feel like an object instead of a person? Do you objectify others? What does objectification mean, how can we take our power back, make the best of it, or get off on it? Let’s talk with Suzannah Weiss, author of “Subjectified: Becoming a Sexual Subject” 2:00 See her live August 18th at Sanctuary club in Portland 6:00 growi…

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In episode 99 of On The Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder MelRose Michaels sits down with industry veteran Kari Anthony of iheartbbw to discuss her two-decade journey in the adult entertainment industry, navigating career transitions, fan expectations and much more. Kari shares valuable insights on navigating career transitions, setting healthy boun…

How can intentional psilocybin use help people heal from big life events, or create a better understanding of theirselves? Let’s talk with “trauma queen” expert and educator Jimanekia Eborn. 4:00 policing to psychology 7:00 numbing vs pushing through 15:00 what has changed for you? 17:00 tripping tips 20:00 how did shrooms impact you? 23:00 AD - Fe…

In episode 98 of 'On The Whorizon,' host MelRose Michaels sits down with Mistress Malissia, a former dominatrix and founder of Mistress Mindset, to discuss the transformative power of stepping into one's feminine dominance. Mistress Malissia shares her journey from sex worker to empowerment coach, the importance of psychological and somatic practic…

What’s it like to go to a clinic to receive an abortion? Our guest has been escorting patients for years and talks about the science of medical abortion, care tips and how to advocate for yourself when you need one. Meet the Executive Director of Nebraska Healthcare Resource, Shelley Mann. 3:00 patient to clinic escort to executive director 6:00 wh…

In episode 97 of On The Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder MelRose Michaels proudly unveils GPTease, a groundbreaking uncensored AI GPT tool designed to transform your adult creator business. Drawing parallels to Chat GPT but without content restrictions, GPTease offers unlimited creative and personalized possibilities for generating adult content id…

In episode 96 of On the Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels interviews Mx Tomie, an NYC-based Taiwanese Dominatrix on Pro-Domme work, boundaries and the NYC BDSM scene. They discuss Mx Tomie’s journey into Domme work, client dynamics, the importance of setting boundaries, and the BDSM community in New York. Mx Tomie shares her methods…

In episode 95 of On the Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels tackles overcoming the fear of looking silly when starting something new. She encourages viewers to reframe this fear as an opportunity to inspire others. By sharing her own experiences and discussing the concept of 'quantum change,' Melrose aims to motivate adult creators—an…

Naomi left the strict Amish at seventeen, and worked for twenty years in adult entertainment, and wrote an erotic memoir about that time. We talk about dating, parenting, boundaries and sex clubs. 1:00 raised as strict Amish, left at 17 4:00 literally pushed to audition by friends 10:00 financial advice from a coworker 14:00 the regret was having t…

What is CEO Society? In episode 94 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels unveils the exciting launch of CEO Society, an exclusive private community designed for adult content creators. This episode explores the benefits of joining this supportive network, details the application process, and highlights various features like c…

Miss Mei is a political organizer in Miami Florida and talks sex work, explains what can help prevent trafficking and police abuse, and gives tips on how to look for bad-actor organizations. 3:00 - a friend got her work doing threesomes to begin SW 6:00 - they prefer in-person work 9:00 Slutwalk helped lead to #MeToo 12:00 reclaiming the word Whore…

Finally! Taxes explained for OnlyFans Creators! In episode 93 of On the Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels speaks with Katherine Studley, founder of The Only Consultant and Prisma Tax Group about the unique financial challenges OnlyFans models and adult creators face. They discuss the importance of separating business and personal fi…

Mike Stabile is a journalist and documentary filmmaker and ol’ gay activist who has written about and advocated for sex workers and sexual speech for twenty years. 2:00 - I was an anonymous hand once 6:00 - why Twitter is relevant to free speech and liberties 8:00 - Polari - slang speak of gay sailors and sw’s 10:00 gay porn film history and Chuck …

In episode 92 of On the Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels discusses why it’s important to stop being busy. She shares her insights on how to be more productive as an adult creator and tips on how to audit and reevaluate your daily tasks to ensure you are truly moving towards your long-term goals. Melrose provides examples from her e…

Born in India, neurodivergent, non monogamous, a New York sex therapist who loves sex-positive spaces, let’s talk healing with Nikita Fernandes MHC-LP and learn some healing tips for life and sex. 1:00 meet our guest 3:00 women’s gender studies classes were key to critical thinking 6:00 assimilation as a safety mechanism 9:00 tips for therapeutic m…

In episode 91 of “On The Whorizon”, SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels interviews a group of seasoned adult content creators—Fallon Jane, Titania Orion, and Momma Blonde Bombshell—as they share their experiences and key takeaways from hosting their own booth at the Exxxotica Expo. Learn about the benefits of attending adult expos, the challeng…

He’s telling his life story besides the two random events that led to him working in the xxx industry as a Bull in the cuckold scene. “Thrash: “Penetrating the Business” author talks about filming and life. 4:00 Brickhouse Magazine 6:00 the pros of accessible technology 9:00 @brickhousemag on Twitter 13:00 there’s levels to it 18:00 THEYTALK20 for …

Join host Melrose Michaels in episode 90 of 'On the Whorizon' as she chats with Zuri Love, a non-binary adult creator with a distinct goth, curvy style on mental health and how to stay authentic in the adult industry. In this episode, you'll get to know Zuri's unique journey as an adult creator, from their creative inspirations to their branding st…

Pomma is a xxx content creator who tirelessly informs followers on news, legislation, harm reduction practices, and hazards related to online sex work and adult industry work. Let's talk! 4:00 what kind of work? 7:00 money is tight for many 10:00 socialized to be performative as youth 13:00 banned from social media ooops 16:00 FOSTA SESTA 19:00 fac…

In episode 89 of 'On the Whorizon,' host Melrose Michaels discusses how adult creators are redefining content creation and shedding the stigma of working in the adult industry to find mainstream success. She also shares how creators like Lena the Plug and Lana Rhoades have successfully transitioned to mainstream content creation. Melrose encourages…

His nickname is The Dick Whisperer and he’s spent years perfecting his penis-injections services and science: Meet the founder of PhalloFill . Let’s talk about why some men want to augment theirselves and why you should always follow post-procedure advice! 3:00 - hair removal and penis augmentation 4:00 - the P shot began 7:00 porn, peer comparison…

In episode 88 of 'On the Whorizon,' host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels speaks with Taurus Jerelds from MPOWERR about how they are pioneering sexual health and STI testing for the adult industry. Taurus Jerelds, founder of MPOWERR, is a healthcare provider with a rich public health and epidemiology background to shed light on the significance o…

She’s a model, full contact fighter and martial arts instructor, genderfluid princess and more: lets meet Sybilla Bakzaza. 3:00 martial arts, baseball, football, sailing, relay racing, US NAVY 5:00 a commentary on Marine culture or US Navy 8:00 (devil dock is a penis joke) 9:00 cross-dressing as an entry 12:00 American assimilation 18:00 what can s…

In this episode of On the Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels discusses the truth about success in the adult industry with distinguished adult entertainment creator Cassie Curses. Cassie is a top OnlyFans earner with over a decade of experience, including success with premium Snapchat and OnlyFans. Cassie discusses her initial foray i…

Let’s explore the history behind masturbation misinformation, pseudoscience and shaming, with clinical psychologist and author Dr Eric Sprankle. 3:00 how he got here 7:00 a vast conspiracy to teach education (elle has worked with PH tho) 10:00 history repeating on anti-porn 13:00 misinformation is the same 16:00 exploring negative online comments 2…

In episode 86 of On the Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels welcomes Charlotte Stokely, a renowned adult performer and Chairwoman of the Cupcake Girls organization, to discuss the Cupcake Girls' transformative journey. Charlotte shares her unique perspective as both a sex worker and a sex trafficking survivor, detailing her contributi…

In episode 85 of On The Whorizon podcast, SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels offers a comprehensive guide on how to start an OnlyFans for beginners. This episode serves as a mini-guide outlining steps to set up an OnlyFans account, from choosing a niche, creating a posting schedule, optimizing your profile setup, and promoting your page effect…

In episode 84 of On The Whorizon, host MelRose Michaels interviews adult performer and licensed mental health therapist Ryan Carter. They discuss the intersections of identity, profession, and societal impact within the adult industry. Ryan shares his unique journey from musician to mental health specialist and adult performer, emphasizing the impo…

In episode 83 of “On The Whorizon,” host Melrose Michaels interviews Paige Amaze, who represents Slushy, an innovative adult platform that enhances discoverability in the adult content space. The conversation covers Paige's transition from corporate roles to the adult industry, her devotion to overcoming industry stigmas, and her current role at Sl…

In episode 82 of 'On the Whorizon', host Melrose Michaels delves into the pressing legal challenges facing the adult industry, particularly focusing on the implications of the Fifth Circuit ruling and Texas's age verification laws. Featuring Corey Silverstein, a leading legal counsel for the adult industry, the discussion highlights the potential r…

In episode 81 of On The Whorizon podcast, SWCEO founder MelRose Michaels interviews male adult creator Conor Pills. Conor shares his journey into a female-dominated industry. Highlighting his early challenges and the success behind his unique brand, 'Horny Hiking,' Conor discusses the importance of authenticity, coping with stigma, and the art of a…

In this episode of On the Whorizon, host Melrose Michaels dives into adult content creation 101, offering tips & advice for new creators from adult industry pros. Drawing from her 12 years of experience and advice from industry pros, Michaels shares a range of valuable advice from veteran creators. Topics include the importance of education, buildi…

In this episode, Melrose Michaels, host of On the Whorizon, shares valuable insights into streamlining the content creation process to enhance the customer or fan experience for adult creators. Melrose outlines her personal content creation process, beginning with a photo shoot to get comfortable and warm up. She then creates 'sexting sets' or 'dri…

This episode, hosted by SWCEO Founder Melrose Michaels, aims to teach you how to make money on a free OnlyFans page and debunk the myth that free OnlyFans pages cannot be profitable. Melrose shares insights and personal strategies on building a successful adult creator business using a free OnlyFans page. The approach focuses on parking fans on a f…

In episode 77 of On The Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels engages in a crucial conversation with Mike Stabile, Director of Public Affairs at the Free Speech Coalition, about the dynamic political landscape of adult content creation and its implications for creators, platforms, and consumers. They discuss legislation that threatens c…

In episode 76 of ‘On The Whorizon' host Melrose Michaels discusses the concept of gamification and its application in building a profitable adult content creator business. Topics covered include what gamification is, why it is beneficial, and several strategies to implement it on fansites, such as achievement badges, tiered memberships, exclusive c…

In episode 75 of On The Whorizon, host Melrose Michaels shares insights from her experiences at XBIZ LA and AVN Las Vegas, discussing the networking opportunities, panels, and the success of the first in-person SWCEO workshop. She also provides a detailed breakdown of the workshop's interactive strategy, which aimed to give participating creators p…

Welcome to episode 74 of On The Whorizon “Monetizing Valentine's Day: Effective Strategies for Adult Content Creators”. SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels shares effective tactics to help adult content creators leverage Valentine's Day on OnlyFans, clip stores and other adult platforms to increase income. She presents ideas on how to create en…

In this episode, SWCEO founder and host Melrose Michaels shares strategies to overcome Imposter Syndrome in the adult content creator industry. Emphasizing the importance of positive self-talk and affirmation, Melrose discusses ways to interrupt and transform negative feedback loops into positivity. She shares her own experiences and methods of com…

In episode 72 of On The Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels provides crucial information on protecting your online privacy as an adult content creator. She highlights the risks related to Exchangeable Image File Format (EXIF) data, which can pinpoint exact locations where photos were taken. Melrose suggests ways to scrub off EXIF data…

In episode 71 of On the Whorizon, host and SWCEO founder Melrose Michaels chats with award-winning male adult entertainer Ricky Johnson, discussing his extensive experience, successful career, key industry insights, and strategies for monetization as a male adult content creator. Ricky also gives advice on negotiating collaborations and the importa…

Melrose Michaels, SWCEO founder and host of ‘On The Whorizon’ podcast, examines critical lessons she has learned throughout her 12-year journey in the adult creator business. She stresses the importance of consistency, taking breaks, and understanding that learning often trumps earning in the pathway towards achieving long-term goals. Michaels also…