In the Thickk Of It - with Amanda Thickk

Ep #28: BBW Highway- The Producer Who Launched Hundreds of Careers Finally Speaks

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2415145/fan_mail/new] 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 behind the scenes of the adult industry—and why professionalism, boundaries, and reputation matter far more than most people realize. They discuss how performers break into the business, the reality of STI testing and industry safety, common mistakes newcomers make, dating after years in adult entertainment, traveling the world while running a production company, and why resilience, emotional maturity, and protecting your peace are essential both in business and in life. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2415145/support] 🔥 Find all Amanda's links HERE: https://solo.to/amandathickk Thank you for listening!

Ep #27: Carmen Valentina- After 17 Years, Nothing Surprises Her Anymore

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2415145/fan_mail/new] 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 authentic after nearly two decades in the business. Carmen shares how she got her start through Craigslist, what has changed over the years, and why communication, boundaries, and genuinely enjoying the work have been key to her longevity. The conversation dives into industry misconceptions, domination and fetish content, fan encounters, social media struggles, and the difference between on-camera performance and real-life connection. Carmen also opens up about being an introvert, her love of painting and art, navigating industry politics, and the advice she would give to anyone thinking about entering the business today. In This Episode: *How Carmen got started in adult entertainment *Industry myths and behind-the-scenes realities *Intimacy vs. performance *Domination, fetishes, and custom content *Life as an introvert in a public industry *Art, painting, and creativity *Advice for new performers *Industry politics and professionalism *Building a brand beyond adult content Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2415145/support] 🔥 Find all Amanda's links HERE: https://solo.to/amandathickk Thank you for listening!

Ep #26: Kris Cherry- She's Been Through Hell... And Still Believes in Love

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2415145/fan_mail/new] 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 attending swingers parties and navigating modern relationships to surviving toxic relationships, raising a daughter as a single mom, and coping with the devastating loss of her twin sister. The two discuss red flags, green flags, dating after heartbreak, why Kris still believes her person is out there, and how friendship, family, and hope can carry us through even the darkest seasons of life. This episode is filled with laughter, vulnerability, relationship advice, and a reminder that no matter what you've been through, it's possible to keep your heart open. Topics Discussed: *Dating and relationships after 40 *Why some women don't see porn as cheating *Swingers parties, open-mindedness, and modern sexuality *Single motherhood and raising children alone *Red flags vs. green flags in relationships *Domestic violence and recovering from toxic relationships *Grief after losing a twin sibling *Maintaining hope after heartbreak *Friendship, healing, and emotional resilience *Why Kris still believes in true love Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Finding Out Amanda's Secret Job 03:00 Women Watching Porn 04:15 Swingers Parties & The Green Door 08:00 Wild Party Stories 10:00 Becoming a Mom at 37 12:00 Is Porn Cheating? 13:30 Still Believing in Love 15:00 Surviving a Toxic Relationship 20:00 Forgiveness & Boundaries 22:00 Dating the Wrong Men 25:00 Losing a Twin Sister 28:00 Dating Advice for Amanda 29:00 Red Flags vs Green Flags 32:00 The Little Things Matter 35:00 Staying Positive Through Hard Times 36:00 Grief, Depression & Healing 40:00 Never Giving Up on Love 42:00 Final Thoughts Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2415145/support] 🔥 Find all Amanda's links HERE: https://solo.to/amandathickk Thank you for listening!

Ep #25: Eddie Jaye- Hall of Fame Porn Star Opens Up About War, Trauma & Love

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2415145/fan_mail/new] 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 this episode of In The Thickk Of It, Amanda Thickk sits down with Hall of Famer Eddie Jaye for a raw, funny, and surprisingly deep conversation about war, relationships, masculinity, meditation, creator burnout, and finding peace in chaos. Eddie opens up about military trauma, being blown up multiple times overseas, how meditation changed his life, and why structure, routines, and mental discipline became essential for survival — both in life and in the adult industry. The two also discuss dating while working in p*rn, male insecurity and competition, emotional connection, money, retirement plans, and why Eddie is considering leaving the U.S. for Thailand. This episode is about resilience, reinvention, emotional intelligence, and learning how to move through life with intention instead of fear. Topics Covered *Eddie Jaye’s military background and surviving war *PTSD, meditation, and mental discipline *Dating and relationships in the adult industry *Competition and insecurity between male performers *Porn, money, and content creation evolution *Masculinity, vulnerability, and emotional growth *Building routines, structure, and internal peace *Fear, confidence, and taking action anyway *Retirement plans and moving to Thailand *Creating a life with freedom and options Find Eddie Jaye on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eddiejayeallday Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2415145/support] 🔥 Find all Amanda's links HERE: https://solo.to/amandathickk Thank you for listening!

Ep #24: Brian Jackson- Midlife, Music, & Making It Back

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2415145/fan_mail/new] 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 unraveling: losing millions of dollars, his son's incarceration, the collapse of his business, and the identity crisis that followed — and how he's rebuilding from the ground up. They talk about what it really takes to make it as a musician today, the truth about record labels, the crypto trade that made him millions during COVID, and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people. Honest, funny, and unexpectedly moving — this one hits for anyone navigating a major life reset. Follow Brian Jackson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyngb333 [https://www.instagram.com/kyngb333/] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2415145/support] 🔥 Find all Amanda's links HERE: https://solo.to/amandathickk Thank you for listening!