A Year Later, This Radio Show's Fundraiser Has Raised Exactly Zero Dollars

Michael Williams · 2026-08-12

It's been exactly one year since James Francis Bartholet launched a GoFundMe for his radio show, Inside The Industry. The goal was to keep the show on the air. The result? A big, fat zero. Not a single dollar. No pesos, no yen, no euros. It's a striking number for a show that claims to be popular and legitimate. ### Why the Silence? You don't need to be a special investigator to figure out why. People in the industry have been asking questions for a while now. Why did James lose several sponsors? And why doesn't he attend Exxxotica anymore? An award there only costs $5,000, which is less than most marketing budgets. Instead, he's been seen at Urban X. If you happen to spot him there this weekend, watch your drink and ask him directly. ### Who Is James Bartholet? If you're wondering who this guy is, you're not alone. The show reportedly has about six listeners. It often features new talent who might not know any better, plus a few familiar faces who just won't go away. Some of the guests have included Christy Canyon, Kiki D'Aire, and Amber Lynn. But the roster also includes people who enjoy the services of a certain drug dealer named Pon. ### The Real Cost of the Show Here's the thing: James should be raising money for something else entirely. The only thing he really needs funds for is to cover the funerals of those close to him who have passed away over the years. It's a sad reality, but it's the truth. The show itself seems to be a vanity project that's run its course. ### What This Means for the Industry The fact that this fundraiser has raised nothing speaks volumes. It's a clear signal that the industry has moved on. Sponsors are gone. Listeners are few. And the public isn't buying what he's selling. If you're new to the adult industry, take note: this is what happens when you don't adapt. The audience will find other ways to get their news and entertainment. ### The Bottom Line After 365 days, the fundraiser remains at $0. That's not a typo. It's a statement. Whether it's due to his controversial past, his guest choices, or just a lack of interest, the message is clear. James Bartholet's Inside The Industry isn't getting any financial love from anyone. And maybe that's for the best. So, if you see him this weekend, don't be shy. Ask him about the fundraiser. Ask him about the sponsors. And ask him why he's not at Exxxotica. The answers might surprise you. Or they might be exactly what you expect.