LOS ANGELES – Holly Randall's interview series, "Holly Randall Unfiltered," was named Adult Podcast of the Year at the 2026 FapHouse Awards. The award was announced on October 29, 2026, at 5:15 PM PDT.

Award Recognition

The FapHouse Awards recognized "Holly Randall Unfiltered" as the top adult podcast for 2026. Randall started the podcast in 2017. She stated that she began the podcast because she was "tired of hearing people talk about our industry without actually listening to the people in it." Randall also noted that "Almost 10 years and hundreds of conversations later, I'm still surprised by the stories my guests bring to the table."

Randall expressed gratitude for the fan vote, stating it was "such a great feeling." She also extended thanks to the guests, team, and supporters of the show over the years, saying, "It means the world to me."

About Holly Randall

Holly Randall, born September 5, 1978, in Los Angeles, California, is an American photographer, film director, producer, publisher, entrepreneur, and podcast host. She is known for her work in adult entertainment photography and filmmaking, as well as for hosting "Holly Randall Unfiltered." Randall is regarded as one of the most influential female creative executives in the adult entertainment industry. AVN named her among the industry’s most influential women in 2013. In 2024, Randall was inducted into the AVN Hall of Fame.

Randall's parents are erotic photographer Suze Randall and author Humphry Knipe. She was raised in a household influenced by British cultural traditions and progressive attitudes toward sexuality and creative expression. Her name was derived from Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center, where she was born. Randall was exposed to photography and visual storytelling from an early age.

She studied photography at Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara before transferring to the University of California, Los Angeles, where she graduated in 2003 with a degree in world literature. Randall entered the adult entertainment industry at age twenty while still a university student, assisting with operations for the family-run website Suze.net. She has been working professionally in the industry for over 20 years.

About "Holly Randall Unfiltered"

The "Holly Randall Unfiltered" podcast aims to share what the adult industry is like, countering what Randall describes as negative and erroneous portrayals by mainstream media. Randall states that while it is not "all unicorns and rainbows," it is "most of the time a really fun job to have." She also notes that she has "met some of the smartest, funniest, and most ambitious people in porn." The podcast seeks to allow listeners to get to know these individuals. Randall states that listeners will "laugh, you’ll learn, you’ll cringe, and you might get a little turned on." She also adds, "I also can’t promise I won’t actually make you cry sometimes— but I can promise you that you’ll be entertained." The podcast "strips down the public’s misconceptions about the porn business, and reveals the real people behind the fantasy."

Industry News and Events

The announcement of the FapHouse Awards coincided with other industry news. On October 29, 2026, McKenzie Mae made her debut for Vixen Media Group studio imprint Blacked Raw alongside Sly Diggler. Evil Angel also debuted the 30th volume of director JD’s “Transgressive” on the same day.

On October 28, 2026, Octavia Red starred alongside Codey Steele in "The Unmasking," the latest release from Bellesa Plus. Chloe Amour starred with Milan Ponjevic and Christian Clay in the latest release from Vixen Media Group studio imprint Tushy Raw, directed by KGB. Gal Ritchie starred with Leigh Raven in "Oil-Soaked Slut," the latest installment of Kink.com’s "Whipped Ass" series. Penny Barber and Lexi Lore starred with Clarke Kent and Vince Vicious in the latest release from TeamSkeet.

Earlier in the week, on October 27, 2026, reigning XMAs Female Performer of the Year Jennifer White starred with Milan Ponjevic in "Vampire Night," the latest release from Dorcel, directed by Ricky Greenwood. Armani Black starred with Jax Slayer in "Candy for the Boogeyman," the latest release from Elegant Angel. Octavia Red and Abigaiil Morris starred with Van Wylde in "Never Have I Ever," the latest release from Brazzers.

Looking ahead, the XMA Nominations Party is scheduled for November 17 at Avalon Hollywood. Red-carpet arrivals for the event, which sets the stage for the flagship XMAs, will begin at 8 p.m.

Key Facts

  • "Holly Randall Unfiltered" won Adult Podcast of the Year at the 2026 FapHouse Awards.
  • The award was announced on October 29, 2026, at 5:15 PM PDT in Los Angeles.
  • Holly Randall launched the podcast in 2017.
  • Randall is a photographer, film director, producer, publisher, entrepreneur, and podcast host.
  • She was inducted into the AVN Hall of Fame in 2024.
  • The XMA Nominations Party is set for November 17 at Avalon Hollywood.