In episode 109 of 'On the Whorizon, ' SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels gets personal with the intertwined fears of failure and success, especially for adult creators. MelRose shares her journey, emphasizing the importance of community-driven narratives and facing new responsibilities head-on. This episode covers her strategies for combating …

In episode 108 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host @MelRose_Michaels sits down for a compelling conversation with Joel Benjamin (Powers of Man) about the interconnection between sex, spirituality, and sustaining a long-lasting career in sex work. Joel shares his personal journey, including the struggles of being shadow-banned on Instagram a…

In episode 107 of On the Whorizon, SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels explores an intriguing strategy used by successful OnlyFans creator Bryce Adams: making content to sell your content. MelRose examines how Bryce’s unique approach—sending free, safe-for-work preview videos that detail the explicit content to come—enhances customer engagement…

In episode 106 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host @MelRose_Michaels sits down with legal expert Corey Silverstein to discuss the implications of Project 2025 for the adult industry. They explore potential legal threats, emphasize the importance of informed debate, and advocate for community activism to prevent regressive policies. ⌚ TIMEST…

In this episode of "Manly Convos," Corey Cummins and Brendan Kwiatkowski delve into the critical topic of men's mental health, focusing on loneliness and its profound impact on men. They explore the societal pressures that discourage emotional expression among men, the importance of emotional safe-havens, and the consequences of loneliness, includi…

In episode 105 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host @MelRose_Michaels delves into the importance of tracking and monitoring traffic for adult creators. She underscores the lack of effective tracking among creators and highlights how understanding traffic sources can significantly enhance conversions and subscriber count. ⌚ TIMESTAMPS00:00 In…

In episode 104 of 'On the Whorizon' SWCEO founder and host MelRose Michaels sits down with Bella Cummins, the longest-serving female legal brothel owner in America. Bella shares her pioneering journey at Bella's Hacienda Ranch in Nevada and discusses the evolution of the legal brothel industry, from regulatory changes to the rise of technology and …

Shoot Me A Message! Take a listen to the final episode of The Kandid Shop Podcast as I reflect on the incredible journey shared with listeners. From deep conversations to funny laughs, I look back on four seasons of engaging content and meaningful connections. While the show may be ending, I am excited for future projects that will continue to fost…

In this episode of Manly Convos, Corey Cummins interviews Neilon about his experience with mental health and therapy. Neilon shares that he struggled with depression from a young age and spent many years trying to find ways to cope. He eventually found relief through hypnagogic states and ketamine journeys. Neilon emphasizes the importance of seeki…

In this inspiring episode, we dive deep with Ben and Jordan, the founders of Good Dude Good Dad, a transformative self-improvement community for men. They candidly share their journeys through mental health struggles, poverty, and PTSD, and reveal how these experiences fueled their passion to create a platform where men can find not just support, b…

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 …

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…

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, …

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…

In this episode, Corey sits down with Melanie, one of the amazing founders of Men Against Mountains, a supportive community dedicated to men's mental health. Melanie shares how her own mental health journey awakened the incredible response she received from men who reached out for support. We dive into how men can truly thrive when they have a safe…

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…

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Reiss Loftus, founder of Brotherhood Legion, a remarkable individual who has triumphed over immense challenges. Reiss opens up about his battle with mental health issues, substance abuse, and poverty, sharing how he turned his life around. Now, he's dedicated to helping others by founding a men's mental he…

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…

In this conversation, Corey and Layla discuss the presentation of depression and stress in men. Layla, a trainee clinical psychologist, shares her observations and experiences working with individuals of different genders and age groups. They explore how men and women tend to show emotions differently, with women often internalizing distress and me…

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…

Luke Eric shares his journey into mental health and his creation of the men's support group called I'm All Right Too. Luke discusses his experience with anxiety and depression, his decision to seek counseling, and the techniques he learned to manage his mental health. He also opens up about contemplating suicide and the importance of having a suppo…

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…

Shoot Me A Message! Summer Break Announcement Hey Podcast Fam!! The Kandid Shop Podcast is taking a well-deserved summer break! We’ve had an amazing season full of kandid conversations, inspiring stories, and thought-provoking topics. We're pausing the show for the summer to spend time with family, recharge, and bring you even more incredible conte…

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…

Shoot Me A Message! Curious about the evolving landscape of love and relationships? You're in for a treat! In this Best Of Season 3 episode, Relationship coaches Gayle Lynn and Jess Lynn(no relation) join me to uncover the intricate world of non-traditional relationships. From polyamory to swinging, we dispel myths and share firsthand experiences t…

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…

Shoot Me A Message! What if you could transform your life from the inside out? Join me, as I sit down with the remarkable Tina C. Hines, a Life Transformation Specialist, empath, intuitive, clairvoyant, medium, and healer as we discuss just that! In this heartfelt episode of The Kandid Shop, Tina opens up about her profound journey from a 30-year c…

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…

George Watkins, a marketing manager, shares his journey into therapy and mental health. He initially sought therapy to overcome his fear of public speaking but soon realized that there were deeper issues related to his childhood experiences and anxiety. Through therapy, George has been able to unpack and address these issues, gaining a better under…

In this episode of "Manly" Convos, Corey Cummins and Dr. Sasha Mitrofanov discuss men's relationships with their partners. They explore the qualities that help sustain a successful long-term relationship, including courage, curiosity, kindness, compassion, authenticity, and attention. They emphasize the importance of self-awareness and self-work in…

Shoot Me A Message! Ready to revolutionize your friendships and set healthier boundaries? Join me, as I sit down with the insightful Dr. Leslie Dobson, a clinical and forensic psychologist and the brilliant author behind "The Friend Cleanse." We uncover her unique journey through the challenging world of psychology, particularly her impactful work …

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…

Shoot Me A Message! How do you navigate life when your identity is constantly questioned? In this heart-to-heart episode of The Kandid Shop, I sat down chat with the inspiring duo, Life Coach & Host of the "Be You, Do You" podcast Sam Castle, and his wife Vanessa Castle, an MSW and LGBTQ+ advocate. Sam opens up about his journey as a transgender ma…

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…

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…

Shoot Me A Message! !!Content Warning!! This episode contains discussions about legal sex work and is for the purpose of supporting legal sex workers' rights, work health, safety, and well-being. If this content offends you, please don't listen further. Thank you and enjoy the show. Join the conversation as I sit down with the insightful Madame Bel…

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…

Shoot Me A Message! Have you ever felt the heavy weight of being told to forgive when your heart wasn't ready? Join me, as I engage in an enlightening conversation with Counselor, Reiki Master, and the Founder of Illuminated Path Counseling, Michelle Agopsowicz. Together, we get kandid about toxic forgiveness and how societal norms rush us into a r…

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…

Corey Cummins discusses his journey with therapy and mental health, which began when his mother was diagnosed with cancer. Initially resistant, he eventually embraced therapy and credits his therapist, David, with significant impact. Corey emphasizes the importance of open communication, support networks, and books for personal growth while focusin…

Shoot Me A Message! In today’s episode of The Kandid Shop, I had the pleasure of chatting with Corey Nathan, the creative mind behind the "Talkin Politics and Religion Without Killin’ Each Other" podcast. Corey shared his unique journey from growing up in an observant Jewish family to converting to Christianity in his late twenties, which sparked h…

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…

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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…

Shoot Me A Message! Ever wondered how a person's life could pivot on a single moment or 2? That's what happened to Darius Wallace, a one-time gang-involved teen whose life took a dramatic turn toward the footlights thanks to a teacher's timely intervention. My guest this week is the extraordinary Darius himself, whose powerful one-man shows breathe…

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…

Shoot Me A Message! Have you ever thought the timeless tradition of card games could reveal profound cultural stories? Well, today's episode was nothing short of a treat as I sit down with the insightful and engaging Lamont Jones, a boxing business attorney and the Author of the critically acclaimed book, "The Gist of Bid Whist: The Culturally-Rich…

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…

Pedro Storni, from Brazil, dives into the significance of therapy and self-awareness in relationships, drawing from Pedro's personal journey. They emphasize the value of setting boundaries, open communication, and prioritizing mental health in partnerships. Pedro recommends resources like 'No More Mr. Nice Guy' and 'Man's Search for Meaning' for pe…