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We continue our conversation with adult film actor Ricky Roman, exploring his personal experiences within the industry. Ricky discusses the challenges of dating as an adult film actor, the importance of self-care, and the impact of platforms like OnlyFans. Ricky also gives his own unique perspective on how he has experienced othering and racism within the adult film industry. Also, Ricky shares a heartbreaking, but triumphant story about an awful dating experience that you won't want to miss. Press play!

In this episode, we continue our exploration of the ever-evolving adult film industry with a performer who has nearly 15 years of experience -- Ricky Roman. We delve into his career from inception to present day, the impact of the pandemic, and parts of the industry that are often overlooked--from exploitative hiring practices to the artistic value of adult film. And just for fun, we put our guest's love for Lady Gaga to the test in a game of trivia. Press Play.

Xavier Blanco is a sex entrepreneur, student, and content creator, who is obsessed with two things: sex and sobriety. In this episode, he shares his perspectives on the misconceptions about adult content creation, sexual racism, the stigma surrounding sex work, and how he stays sober. Don't miss out – hit play now! #JustPressPlay #SexEntrepreneur #OnlyFans #Stigma #Sobriety

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Our dear friend Xavier Blanco joins us remotely to discuss his work-life balance as a student and professional sex entrepreneur, 2000-era music nostalgia, and just for fun, we play a game that delves into some of the stereotypes, absurdities, and contradictions of being a gay man. Get ready to laugh.

Mustapha Sanaweh has a big personality and a job he's dreamt of since he was a little boy--he drives busses for the MTA. In our conversation, he explains his childhood infatuation with transit vehicles, his biggest passenger pet peeves, and his goal of changing the narrative about MTA workers through social media. Let his charisma, charm, and kindness prove how he earned the name @Yourfavoritebusdriva

Nostalgia is in! Hardly anything feels new, and sometimes it feels like everything sucks now. Let us take you back to the early 2000s and reminisce about better days -- flip phones, appointment television, and the joy (and trauma) of going to the mall as a teenager.

The gay community consists of many tribes and types, and we often develop preferences and hangups around them. And for some people, circuit gays and the parties they attend, are dealbreakers when it comes to dating. But why? In this conversation with our friend and guest, Ryan Jones, we define circuit parties, and the associated stereotypes to make sense of what exactly makes circuit gays "undatable."

In conversation with Ryan Jones, a TV producer and friend of the show, Ell and Trey discuss our big takeaways from the Grammys, including the best thing about Miley Cyrus' speeches, Nicki Minaj's new (and old) Grammy debacle, Jay-Z's words of wisdom, and why Taylor Swift's win goes against everything the Recording Academy claims to stand for.