In the Thickk Of It - with Amanda Thickk
Join Amanda Thickk, a bold and unapologetic adult performer, as she shares her personal insights and sits down with fellow adult stars, content creators, and entrepreneurs to uncover the real people behind the public personas.
"In the Thickk of It" goes beyond the spotlight of the adult industry to explore raw, honest conversations about life, personal journeys, and what it really means to be in the business. Expect candid discussions, fun sex stories, and heartfelt moments as Amanda dives deep into the human side of the industry—breaking down stereotypes and celebrating the diversity of the people who live it. Unfiltered, unapologetic, and always entertaining, this is the show where no topic is off-limits.
Tune in for a mix of laughter, vulnerability, and plenty of spicy moments!
Episodes
36 episodes
Ep #35: Crystal Blue- From Church Girl to AVN-Nominated Adult Star
Crystal Blue has built a career by refusing to fit neatly into anyone else’s box. The AVN, XBIZ and Urban X-nominated BBW performer gets candid about the realities of the adult industry, marriage, motherhood, body image, and the surprisingly no...
Ep #34: Should You Hire a Pro or Keep Trying Dating Apps?
Should you keep dating when what you really want is physical intimacy—or is there a more straightforward option?In this solo episode, Amanda answers a listener who wants a genuine relationship but hasn’t been able to move from dating int...
Ep #33: Ted Buras- He Built the “Linked-In for Content Creators”
Finding the right people to collaborate with shouldn't require digging through endless DMs, hoping someone is legitimate, or relying on social media algorithms to connect you.Ted Buras created Collab GPS to give content creators a...
Ep #32: Get Uncomfortable- The Secret to Finally Doing The Thing
In this solo episode of In the Thickk of It, Amanda gets real about procrastination, overwhelm, and the trap of waiting until everything is “perfect” before you start.From a messy house and unfinished to-do lists to putting off ...
Ep #31: Krystal Davis- From Special Needs Teacher to Adult Industry Hall of Famer
What does it take to build a 20-year career in adult entertainment and still keep evolving?Krystal Davis’ story goes far beyond what people see on screen. Before entering the adult industry, she worked in healthcare, earned a busi...
Ep #30: Shaundam- The Secret to Lasting 20 Years in the Adult Industry & Why Talent Isn’t Enough
After 20 years in the adult entertainment industry, Shaundam has learned that longevity has a lot less to do with what happens on camera — and a lot more to do with business, professionalism, adaptability, and constantly learning....
Ep #29: Ash Lauren - What Men Confess to Escorts That They Never Tell Anyone Else
Ash Lauren joins Amanda Thickk for a candid conversation about losing over 50 pounds, overcoming food addiction, navigating body dysmorphia, and rebuilding her confidence through fitness and cosmetic surgery. She shares the realities of using O...
Ep #28: BBW Highway- The Producer Who Launched Hundreds of Careers Finally Speaks
Ken from BBW Highway has spent nearly two decades helping launch careers while staying almost entirely behind the camera. In one of his first on-camera interviews, he joins Amanda Thickk for an honest conversation about what really happens behi...
Ep #27: Carmen Valentina- After 17 Years, Nothing Surprises Her Anymore
In this episode of In the Thickk of It, Amanda Thickk sits down with veteran performer Carmen Valentina for a candid, funny, and surprisingly insightful conversation about life in the adult industry, intimacy, creativity, and staying a...
Ep #26: Kris Cherry- She's Been Through Hell... And Still Believes in Love
In this episode of In the Thickk of It, Amanda Thickk sits down with one of her closest friends, Kris Cherry, for a raw, funny, and deeply personal conversation about life outside the adult industry. Kris opens up about everything from attendin...
Ep #25: Eddie Jaye- Hall of Fame Porn Star Opens Up About War, Trauma & Love
Eddie Jaye has spent nearly 20 years in the adult industry, survived multiple explosions during military service, and built a career by staying disciplined, adaptable, and mentally tough — but this conversation goes far beyond p*rn.In t...
Ep #24: Brian Jackson- Midlife, Music, & Making It Back
Amanda Thickk sits down with guitarist Brian Jackson — known for his work with Skin Lab and Tommy Vext and as the founder of rock band INVIDIA — in a candid conversation that goes far beyond music.Brian shares the story of his midlife un...
Ep #23: Carissma Rizzi DeLuca- How This PTA Mom & Nationaly Pool Champion Became an Adult Star
Carissma Rizzi DeLuca never planned this life. She went from PTA mom and small-town bar manager to award-nominated adult performer, podcast host of 'Explicity Urs Podcast', and now — filmmaker.In this episode of In the Thickk of It, Ama...
Ep #22: Blush Erotica: A Married Couple Running an Adult Business (Here’s How It Actually Works)
Charles and Stacy Lyle are the husband-and-wife team behind Blush Erotica, building immersive adult content with a focus on trust, professionalism, and innovation.In this episode of In the Thickk of It, Amanda Thickk sits down with Char...
Ep #21: Melony Melons- What Nobody Tells You About Owning Your Content
Melony Melons is not just a performer — she’s a former top-tier dancer, Michelin-trained chef, creative producer, and strategic thinker who approaches the adult industry like a long-term business.In this episode of In the Thickk of It, ...
Ep #20: Carmela Clutch: How Trauma Turned Into Unstoppable Drive
Carmela Clutch is an adult performer, creator, and self-made entrepreneur who built her career from the ground up. In this episode of In the Thickk of It, Amanda Thickk sits down with Carmela for one of the most raw and personal conversations o...
Ep #19: Nina Nova: The Truth About Intimacy Most Couples Miss
Nina Nova is an award-nominated performer, sex educator, and rising creative force in the adult industry. In this episode of In the Thickk of It, Amanda Thickk sits down with Nina for a thoughtful, wide-ranging conversation about intimacy, conf...
Ep #18: Kyle Balls- The Man Who Discovered Me & What He Taught Me
Kyle Balls is a veteran independent producer and the founder of WCA Productions, known for reshaping the adult industry through story-driven, episodic content. In this episode of In the Thickk of It, Amanda Thickk sits down with the mentor who ...
Ep #17: Ashlyn Peaks on Weight Loss, Body Image, and Owning Every Version of Herself
Ashlyn Peaks is an adult performer and content creator known for her outspoken personality, confidence, and unfiltered honesty about life in the adult industry.In this episode of In The Thickk Of It, Amanda Thickk sits down with Ashlyn ...
Ep #16: Julie Ginger- What It’s REALLY Like Being a BBW in the Adult Industry
In this episode of In the Thickk of It, Amanda Thickk sits down with iconic BBW star and industry veteran Julie Ginger for an unfiltered, honest conversation about confidence, body image, sex work, and survival in the adult industry.Wit...
Ep #15: Brian Gross- A Top Publicist for Stars Explains How Careers Are Really Built
In this Season 2 premiere of In the Thickk of It, Amanda Thickk sits down with Brian Gross for a behind-the-scenes look at how careers are really built — and why most don’t last.Brian is a longtime publicist who has worked across music,...
Ep #14: Raw, Honest, & Unfiltered with Adult Star Mia James
In this honest and wide-ranging conversation, Amanda Thickk sits down with adult performer and creator Mia James to talk about identity, motherhood, mental health, and life behind the public image.Mia opens up about navigat...
Ep #13: Parenting, Porn & Perfect Camera Angles with Brother Love
A veteran of the adult industry, single dad, and unapologetic straight-shooter… today I’m sitting down with Brother Love for one of the most honest behind-the-scenes conversations you’ll ever hear.We talk about everything...
Ep #12: From Mom Life to Adult Star: Lala Tada’s Unexpected Journey
In this episode of “In the Thickk of It”, Amanda Thickk sits down with creator and performer Lala Tada to talk about her non-linear journey into the adult industry and the life she’s built around it. Lala shares how she went from ...
Ep #11: How a Texas Teacher Became an Adult Industry Icon – Christian XXX Tells All
Amanda Thickk sits down with performer-producer Christian XXX for a raw, hilarious, and insightful talk about the adult industry’s evolution—from VHS and DVDs to fan sites, streaming, and now the rise of AI. Christian shares how he went ...