James Bartholet was featured as a guest on "Sapphire's Earplay," hosted by Mehgan Sapphire, in an episode released on September 21, 2026. The discussion covered Bartholet's career, the adult industry, mainstream filmmaking, and horror.

Episode Details

The episode, titled "Lights! Camera! Bartholet!", was released on September 21, 2026, and has a duration of 63 minutes. During the episode, Sapphire welcomed Bartholet for a discussion on the past, present, and future of adult entertainment, mainstream filmmaking, and horror. Bartholet reflected on his decades-long career, the evolution of the adult industry, and lessons learned from working in film and radio.

Sapphire stated that she and Bartholet had a conversation about horror, adult industry legends, and the importance of storytelling. She noted that Bartholet shared lessons from his career in adult and mainstream entertainment, along with behind-the-scenes stories from "Scissors Chapter 2," "Fans Only 2," and other horror projects. Bartholet expressed enjoyment regarding his appearance on "Sapphire's Earplay," describing Sapphire as a master of conversation and noting that they covered a lot of ground. He recommended the episode to his fans.

The episode is available for streaming on Apple Podcasts. Bartholet can be followed on X.com.

"Sapphire's Earplay" Podcast Overview

"Sapphire's Earplay" is hosted by Mehgan Sapphire, who is described as a radio personality, queer icon, and sexuality connoisseur. The podcast's description states, "It’s foreplay for your ears...just press play." It is categorized as a Health Fitness, Sexuality, Health, LGBT, and Dating Advice podcast. The podcast aims to be unfiltered and unapologetic, speaking truth even when uncomfortable, particularly in a world where sexuality and Black Identity are not always accepted.

As of September 21, 2026, "Sapphire's Earplay" has 403 episodes listed. Other recent episodes include "From The Pile : A 9/11 Untold Story with Neil Adams," released on September 8, 2026, and "C*mming For Jesus with Shoshanna Blanca," released on August 19, 2026. The podcast has 73 followers and has been mentioned in podcast lists such as "(NSFW) Best Sex Podcasts and Erotic Audio," "NSFW and/or Erotic," and "PARENTING."

Related Industry News

Several other news items were reported around the same time as Bartholet's podcast appearance, indicating activity within the adult industry:

  • On September 21, 2026, Juliana Marie starred with Nathan Bronson and Robby Apples in a new release from New Sensations.
  • Also on September 21, 2026, Charlotte Stokely, a two-time XMAs Girl/Girl Performer of the Year, starred with Anissa Kate in "A Lucky Delay," the latest release from Girlsway.
  • Elegant Angel released "Cherry on Top," a showcase of multi-XMAs winner Cherry Kiss, on September 21, 2026.
  • On September 18, 2026, reigning XMAs Female Performer of the Year Jennifer White launched her website, JenniferWhite.com, and announced the first feature-length showcase from her new production company.
  • Brandi Swan performed her first anal scene in her Evil Angel debut, "Anal & MILFY #2," alongside Mark Wood, on September 18, 2026.
  • Audrey Bitoni returned to New Sensations, starring with Nathan Bronson in a new release on September 18, 2026.
  • Brazzers premiered "Mega Perv," a Los Angeles-based science fiction comedy film from multi-XMAs winner Ricky Greenwood, on September 18, 2026.
  • On September 17, 2026, Alice XO and 2025 Euro XMA Male Creator of the Year Irish Bull debuted for Immoral Productions, alongside John Price and "Porno Dan" Leal.
  • Chloe Lin made her adult debut with TeamSkeet, alongside Wendy Raine, on September 17, 2026.
  • Hotel booking for XBIZ 2027 at the JW Marriott L.A. Live opened on September 16, 2026.

Key Facts

  • James Bartholet was a guest on "Sapphire's Earplay."
  • The episode, "Lights! Camera! Bartholet!", was released on September 21, 2026.
  • Mehgan Sapphire hosts "Sapphire's Earplay."
  • The discussion covered Bartholet's career, the adult industry, mainstream filmmaking, and horror.
  • The episode is 63 minutes long and is streaming on Apple Podcasts.
  • Bartholet can be followed on X.com.