In this flirty and fabulous episode, Jenny Raven cozies up with Anna Richards, the enchanting mind behind Frolic Me, to chat all things ethical, female-centered erotica. They giggle over the juicy details of Anna’s journey, the sultry storytelling at Frolic Me, and the oh-so-real challenges of being a woman in the adult industry. From censorship woes to celebrating pleasure in all its forms, this playful conversation is a love letter to sensuality, inclusivity, and daring to frolic outside the lines. Get ready for a dose of feminine empowerment with a wink!
Quickfire Erotica Questions (00:00:41) Jenny asks Anna rapid-fire questions about preferences in erotica to set the tone for the conversation.
Anna’s Journey into Erotica & Frolic Me Origins (00:02:29) Anna shares her background, inspiration, and the lack of female representation that led to creating Frolic Me.
Mainstream Porn vs. Female-Centered Erotica (00:05:53) Discussion on differences between mainstream porn and erotica, focusing on narrative, foreplay, and female pleasure.
Distinctiveness and Ethics in Frolic Me (00:07:32) Anna explains her approach to ethical, pleasure-focused content and critiques the dominance of tube sites.
Defining Ethical Porn (00:10:29) Exploration of what ethical porn means, Anna’s filmmaking process, and the importance of transparency and collaboration.
Transparency and the “Ethical” Buzzword (00:14:26) Anna discusses the importance of knowing who creates content and warns about misuse of the term “ethical.”
Frolic Me’s Multi-Medium Approach (00:16:26) Overview of Frolic Me’s offerings: video, written erotica, and audio, and how audiences engage with each.
Immersion, Storytelling, and Community (00:19:20) Jenny and Anna discuss character-driven storytelling, audience immersion, and the difference from mainstream porn.
Censorship and Platform Challenges (00:21:14) Jenny shares her Instagram shutdown experience, leading to a discussion on censorship and puritanical attitudes in tech.
Financial and Payment Barriers (00:22:30) Anna details struggles with payment processors, banks, and software providers due to adult content stigma.
Big Porn Industry vs. Independent Creators (00:28:14) Discussion on feeling pushed toward big platforms, the “cartel” effect, and Amazon’s hidden censorship.
Inclusivity, Labels, and Sexual Fluidity (00:30:27) Conversation about Frolic Me’s audience, experiences with trans and non-binary users, and the spectrum of sexuality.
Bisexual Threesomes and Breaking Taboos (00:32:50) Anna describes the popularity and impact of bisexual threesome films and the dialogue they spark about sexuality.
Generational Shifts and Gender Fluidity (00:34:02) Reflection on younger generations’ openness to fluid sexuality and the evolving landscape of erotic exploration.
Personal Journeys and Shame (00:35:39) Jenny shares personal experiences with shame, therapy, and the challenges of exploring non-traditional masculinity.
Audience Feedback and Impact (00:39:26) Anna recounts touching feedback from users, including couples, widows, and cancer survivors, highlighting erotica’s positive impact.
Erotica as Healing and Service (00:42:20) Discussion on erotica’s role in healing, serving marginalized groups, and the importance of ethical creators.
Advice to Younger Self (00:44:48) Anna reflects on overcoming fear of judgment and encourages embracing pleasure and self-expression earlier in life.
How to Find Frolic Me (00:46:47) Anna shares how listeners can find Frolic Me online and on Instagram.
Podcast Closing and Jenny’s Mailing List (00:48:16) Jenny thanks listeners, promotes her website, and invites them to join her mailing list for stories and audio experiences.
