Sunday, 21 February 2016

Brook Logan

Today I'm interviewing an internationally published model, erotic dancer and a Babestation Unleashed presenter. She's as naughty as she is lovely. She's the very very sexy Brook Logan

JJ: Hi Brook. Thanks for joining us today on Inside the Porn. We have been fans of your work for a while. 

So tell us how did you get into the industry? 

Brook: I started modelling when I was 18, doing lots of photo shoots, website work, and then I was asked if I was interested in doing the Top shelf magazines, which I thought sounded fun, so I gave it ago.

JJ: Well you certainly seem at home with modelling. You're stunning. And moving to the top shelf made lots of people very happy... Sorry I mean horny hehe 

And what's the best thing about the industry? 

Brook: The best thing about the industry I must say I do LOVE being my own boss! Arranging my own bookings, and working for lots of different companys which is always good fun. Oh and being able to choose the days I want to have off.

JJ: Well being your own boss is never a bad thing. Are you hiring of love to apply for a job working for you haha

What's the worst thing about the industry? 

Brook: I would say the worst thing is long distance travelling to shoots.. My longest distance to a shoot here in the UK was 6 hours away,  and then having to work all day long, which is always very tiring.

JJ: I guess the travelling is a bit of a nightmare. I've encountered it for interviews sometimes. I've travelled 5 hours for an interview which lasted 90 minutes. 

What's the funniest thing to happen to you whilst working? 

Brook: I guess every shoot has its moments, but I always remember this one.. I was on a shoot and the photographer's cat had  taken my bra out of my case and into its bed, which when I finally found it, It was asleep with it.  Haha always makes me giggle.

JJ: Well cats seem to be a running theme for funny moments in the industry. They get into everything. 

What are you doing at the moment work wise? 

Brook: I am still modelling full time, I work on Babestation Unleashed every week and I am also a stripper and Lap-dancer, mainly on weekends, or sometimes in the week.

JJ: For some bizarre reason I've suddenly got the urge to go to a strip club haha. 

And where can people find you online? 

Brook: I only use Twitter for social media and put all my work updates on there, so feel free to check me out its @XxBrookLogan
Naked glamour- Is were I put all my exclusive pictures and videos, so feel free to check out my stuff, click the link below..
http://www.nakedglamour.com/model-profile/Brook-Logan

JJ: Don't forget your wishlist too. I know you're too nice to publicise it but I will as you deserve spoiling as you're one of the lovliest women I've had the pleasure of interviewing. 

 If any of you reading this interview and want to spoil Brook then here is her wishlist 

So Brook, what's the best thing about sex? 

Brook: Doing it with some one you're really into, as you always have the best orgasm. Plus its great exercise and free.

JJ: Well who could disagree with that. And what really turns you on? 

Brook: I really love rough sex. Big turn on. 

JJ: Mental note made. Haha

My favourite part of the interview now. What's your favourite film? 

Brook: This is a tricky one as there is lots of films I like - American Sniper, Shawshank Redemption, The House Bunny, Insidious, The Conjuring.  I do like mainly horror films so the list could go on and on.

JJ: Horror is my love. Especially the cheesy 80's ones. We need a horror film night soon!! 

Where do you like to go on holiday? 

Brook: AMERICA... I have only been to Florida, which I absolutely LOVE it there! But hoping to explore more parts of America. 

JJ: Make sure you get yourself to Vegas you'd love it. It's a wonderland. 

Tell me one thing about yourself I wouldn't know just by looking at you? 

Brook: Even though I have travelled to America twice now and other different countries , I am absolutely terrified of flying.. and get very nervous. 

JJ: I used to be a bad flyer but I went to a hypnotist and he really helped me with the fear. Now it doesn't bother me at all. 

What's been your biggest achievement in life or work? 

My biggest achievements in the modelling world, I won Cover Girl of the year in 2014, I have also worked with brilliant Top companies such as Playboy & Twistys

JJ: Well someone as gorgeous and lovely as you should be working with the top companies. 

What's the most challenging thing you've had to overcome? 

Brook: I think my regular trips to America, are kind of making me feel less nervous of flying.. which is helping out my fears a lot.

JJ: Well that's great news. You'll be learning to fly next haha. 

What's the best thing a fan has ever done for you? 

Brook: I really do love and appreciate all what my lovely loyal fans do for me, I have had many lovely gifts sent to me, my regulars that call me on babestation just to talk to me every week, which means a lot, purchasing my content whether i'ts on a website or my Official Brook Logan Dvds. I always try and do as much work as I can to keep you guys happy and satisfied with my content. And for all of you that follow and support me on twitter, I want to say a BIG THANK YOU. 

JJ: I think your fans will read this and be smiling a lot right now. You are as lovely as they hope you are and more. 

What's one bit of advice you'd give to anyone getting into the industry? 

Brook: Be confident and be yourself that's all you can do

JJ: I think if more people followed that advice they'd be a lot more successful. 

What do you think you'll do once you leave the industry? 

Brook: There's a few different things I am interested in doing, so I will have to wait and see for myself.

JJ: Now that just intrigues me so I'll be pestering you when you decide to leave the industry to find out what you're up to haha. 

Finally what's the weirdest rumour you've heard about yourself? 

Brook: None from what I have heard of, and hope to keep it that way.

JJ: Well I can't imagine anyone could start a rumour about someone as nice as you. 

It's been an absolutely pleasure to meet you and interview you and hope you have a great 2016 and look forward to seeing lots more of you. 





Saturday, 20 February 2016

Erika Icon - The Rub PR

Well today's interview is a little different. Have you ever wondered who makes sure porn stars get the right publicity and are working for the right people? Well today we are interviewing the person you want to be talking to if you're a porn star. 

Erika Icon has been running The Rub PR since 2008, working with the top producers and performers. She has forged a reputation as hard working and having contacts with all the big studios and magazines in the industry. And today she is with is here at Inside the Porn to give us an insight into the mind of the PR genius. 

JJ: Hi Erika. It's an absolute pleasure to meet someone who is the brains behind the stars. 

So tell me how did you get into the industry? 

Erika: Prior to working in the adult industry, I worked for six years in advertising as a Copywriter/Art Director. The grind was really getting to me and zapping me creatively, so I decided it was time to find a new career. I started looking on Craig’s List and found a place called WantedList—they were looking for a DVD buyer and someone who would wear many hats in the company. They hired me and I was there for almost three years before leaving to do PR and writing for AVN and XBIZ.

JJ: That's certainly a big departure, it's inspiring to see you take that risk of leaving behind a good job and trying something new. 

What's the best thing about the industry? 

Erika: The people are awesome—I have made friends I know I will have for the rest of my life. I also like that you can be yourself in the adultindustry, in advertising, I had to cover up my tats and take out my piercings.

JJ: Getting to be yourself is a big bonus when you're working. And I know you are always crazy busy so it must be important to feel like yourself. 

What's the worst thing about the industry? 

Erika: I would say piracy. It’s starting to affect us all. People need to pay for their porn

JJ: Piracy is the most annoying thing in the world. It puts so many people out of work. 

What's the funniest thing that's happened whilst you've been working? 

Erika: I went to a local gentlemen’s club to support one of my clients who was featuring. They thought I worked there and were ushering me back to the dressing rooms. When I finally convinced them I was one of the girl’s publicist, they charged me $20 and made me observe the two-drink minimum. I explained to them I was working, just not in the capacity of hitting the stage, and I still had to pay.

JJ: Haha, you should have hit the stage and earned your money back. 

What does a typical day of being in PR look like? 

Erika: There’s no typical day, which is one of the things I love about my job. Each day is very different. Usually, weekends I write all my PRs for the week and send them out throughout the week. I’m always on the phone, texting and on the computer setting up interviews and making the magic happen. There are also meetings with clients and a million other things that make up my days. Let’s just say it’s never boring.

JJ: Well having known you for a little while I know you're always working. Everytime we chat you're hard at it. 

And where can people find you online? 

Erika: They can go to my website http://therubpr.com/, follow me on Twitter @therubpr or Instagram  therubpr, and we also have a Facebook company page. I also blog for XCritic.

JJ: What's the best thing about your job? 

Erika: I like being able to help people. I’ve done a lot for my clients in the eight plus years I’ve been a publicist. Watching someone like Nikki Delano go from a newbie to a big name has been very exciting. Seeing Ryan Driller win Male Performer of the Year and two awards for scenes at XBIZ this year was definitely a proud moment. And when my girls like Sarah Jessie and Summer Brielle are on the covers of magazines, I’m so proud of them.

JJ: You have a long list of amazing clients and you must never get bored of seeing them succeed. 

Have you ever considered performing yourself? 

Erika: Yes, but I feel that it’s a conflict of interest doing PR and being a performer—it’s almost like you’re competing against your clients for the limelight. My job is about my clients, not me. So, no, you won’t be seeing me on your computer or big screen TV anytime soon, although I’ve had a lot of offers over the years.

JJ: Dammit. That's my dreams shattered right there haha. 

My one must have question is what's your favourite film? 

Erika: In the mainstream, it would be “Goodfellas”—yeah, I like some violent mafia movies. If you’re curious about my favorite porn, I’d say “The Fashionistas”. It’s high art and very sexy.


JJ: Goodfellas is a great girl I love it so much. I haven't seen the Fashionistas but always happy to watch new porn haha 


Where is your favourite holiday destination? 


Erika: I rarely get to take vacations because I’m always working. When I do go on vacation, I like places like Vegas because I can sleep late, shop, eat some amazing food, and I get to see my friends that live there.


JJ: Vegas is a favourite of mine too for the very same reasons. Great minds think alike. 


Tell me one thing about yourself that I wouldn't know by just looking at you? 


Erika: I’m a Nichiren Buddhist and have been for almost eight years. I bring my Buddhist practice into my every day workspace. I truly do care about my clients—I try to be there for them when they need someone to listen, support all of their successes, and really do wish the best for them. Other times, I have to be patient with clients, interviewers or other industry people, which isn’t easy, but is part of being a good person. If it weren’t for my Buddhist practice, I wouldn’t have the courage to start my own business.


JJ: Well a lot of people have many reasons to be thankful you became a Buddhist.


What's been your biggest achievement in life of work? 


Erika: I’ve been nominated for multiple AVN and XBIZ Awards, along with an Inked Awards Special Achievement nomination. Cosmo, PR Week and the Wall Street Journal have interviewed me. Being able to share these achievements with my dad and seeing how proud he is of all my success and building a thriving business from the ground up, makes me very happy.


JJ: Making your dad proud must be an amazing feeling and being recognised by so many people for your hard work is very impressive. 


What's been the most challenging thing you've had to overcome? 


Erika: Dealing with haters and trolls. It used to bother me, but now I realize they’re just unhappy and jealous people. It’s made me a stronger person and made me see how successful my company has become. It’s like that saying, “If you have haters, you’re doing something right.”


JJ: I need to get myself some more haters I think haha 


What should someone look for if they're thinking about going to a PR firm? 


Erika: There are quite a few things, but going with a reputable company is very important. Ask around and see what that publicist and/or company has achieved and talk to current and former clients. Make sure they have the connections they say they do and also that they can actually write a press release. If they’re promising you the moon, giving you free or discounted pricing, and are more into being a fan boy than a professional, definitely don’t go with them.


JJ: Well hopefully people reading this who are considering using a PR firm will find that helpful. 


What's one bit of advice you'd give to some one getting into the industry? 


Erika: For the girls, I’d say do your research and make sure it’s what you really want to do. Making just a few movies will follow you for the rest of your life, and could keep you from working in the real world, once your time is over in adult. Also, think about how you would feel if your family and friends found out, and would you risk those relationships. And lastly, never do anything on camera you’re uncomfortable with.

 

If you’re a guy, realize your chances of getting into porn are slim to none, like a unicorn inside of a rainbow, as Ryan Driller would say. There are very few guys who actually film on a regular basis—there’s like 12. There’s more to performing than getting paid to get laid. I get emails all the time with dick pics. I direct them to my blog about what it really takes to be in the industry: http://therubpr.com/blog/?p=781.


JJ: I've read your blog and I have to say it's a great read and people should check it out for some heat views and advice. 


Where do you see yourself in 5 years time? 


Erika: I will have definitely won some marketing and PR awards like AVN, XBIZ, and NightMoves. I’m going to open a mainstream PR company, as well, so my adult clients have more mainstream opportunities. But, one thing that won’t change will be the personalized service that we offer our clients, and the stellar results we produce that astounds even us sometimes.


JJ: I'm starting to think I could do with some PR services myself haha 


And finally, what's the weirdest rumour you've heard about yourself? 


Erika: With me, what you see is what you get, so there’s nothing weird going around about me. But, if you’ve heard Coop’s Devil Girl is based on me that would be true.


JJ: Well I have to say I've not heard anything bad about you. Always in hear in great things. 


Thank you so much for taking the time out of your super busy schedule to do the interview it's been an honour and a learning experience haha. Have a great 2016. 


Friday, 19 February 2016