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Ladies and gentle-peoples, it is with insane amounts of glee that I present the latest edition of Talking Tickling, featuring arguably the greatest producer out there, Tommy from Tickle Abuse! There's no need to say any more, so let's get to it!
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How long have you been interested in tickling?
Ever since my aunt used to tickle torture me when I was about 7yrs old, I have been looking for payback ever since.
What made you decide to produce your own tickling content?
I used to have a foot fetish site years before I had tickleabuse.com, I had mostly tickling on it though. One of my members told me about TMF and I couldn't believe there were so many people into what I am into. I wasn't very computer savvy so I was rarely online looking at anything. I started my first clips4sale store first, it was called "interracial tickling," basically me tickling gorgeous ebony woman, most were my friends. I stopped doing it after a few months since I didn't want to work so hard at something that was personal for me, I guess I was afraid of ruining its personal appeal. But I had a lot of encouragement from customers, hired a webmaster, and built tickleabuse.com. Later I made Tickle Abuse and Tickle Abuse 2 clips4sale stores. I always wanted to do something I loved for a living, never imagined I could be where I am now.
How do you juggle the work of a producer with the work of being a single dad?
I don't have any other job anymore, I gave up my construction business when my daughter was born , so I get most of my work done on the weekend. I basically work nonstop from Friday to Sunday evening when my sister is watching my daughter. I refuse to put my little girl in daycare and use it as babysitting, so I have her all week and try to get a little done here and there and when she goes to bed. She will be starting preschool soon, so watch out, I may have some new projects in mind!
For those who may have been hiding under a rock lately, how would you describe your tickling content?
To the point hardcore tickling, no fluff. Also I would say I have something for everyone, all kinds of models, all kinds of tickling.
How did you and Tasha meet? When did Brooke come into the picture? Why do you think you three have such a great partnership?
I met Tasha through a friend, Brooke I met on the street outside of my building when a friend of mine was trying to get her number, lol. Brooke came a few years ago when there was a little too much tickling for Tasha to do by herself. Tasha and Brooke have a rivalry, it isn't always pleasant, lol. Mostly shoots are done with either Tasha or Brooke, not both at the same time.
Originally, you were the primary tickler in most of your videos. Now, it seems Tasha and Brooke are doing the “dirty work”. Did you tire of the tickling personally, or was this a production choice?
I chose to do the ticking in my personal life only, plus it made more sense production wise to be behind the camera and direct.
How do you find your models?
Friends and referrals. Modeling sites stink, craigslist has been a waste for a long time.
Who has been your favorite model to work with? Why?
Blonde Amazon, she is so big, so tough, yet she crumbles when tickled. She's also a lady, wears dresses and heels, she just has huge muscles. She is kind and genuine also, a very nice person who I always look forward to seeing again.
Of all the models you’ve worked with, who would you say is the most skilled tickler? Which one is the most “sadistic”?
Most skilled, Tasha, sadistic, Tasha for sure.
Who would you say is the most ticklish model you’ve worked with?
Charlie
Have you ever had a shoot with someone who wasn’t that ticklish? How did you handle that?
Every week. Simple, they have to go! Sometimes a model is very nervous, that kills ticklishness. That model can come back if he/she wants to.
Your work is considered by many to be the best out there now, and possible some of the best all-time. What do you attribute your success to, and why do you think your work is so popular?
I have sacrificed a lot to do this, my money, all of my time, even my old business. I am totally dedicated to making the best tickling content and refuse to release any videos that aren't to my standard. I don't even use all of the videos that I have paid to produce, probably 25% of what I produce I delete. I dont use fake models, I use less than half of the models who show up to try out. My mother says that I could have been great at anything I put my mind to, but she completely respects that the fact that I do what I love. If you don't love what you do, no way you can be one of the best at it. Staying humble is probably the main reason I have been able to keep producing and stay on top. I never take my status for granted and I am always listening to my customers to see what I can do better. I will rarely send mass emails to promote my videos, but I will send emails asking what I can do to improve. I always believe that I can do better.
You always seem to be creating new devices. Have you always been handy? Where do you get the idea and materials for your creations?
I have always been handy, always been making things. I just imagine the kind of device that I would NOT want to be in and then build it!
Lately, you’ve been opening up your studio for private sessions, and even parties. What made you decide to do this?
Many of my customers had asked, and I have done it but recently decided to not do it very often anymore or not at all. It interferes with production and I just don't have enough time for now, not until my daughter starts school. I still want to have a party here and there, but it seems people think it will be some kind of tickle orgy when what I would really like is just a chance to chat with everyone, with some tickling on the side.
From what I can tell, it was your videos that coined the phrase “lickling.” What made you decide to use this extensively in your videos?
One of my customers and member of TMF coined the term after I did a lick tickle video or two. Sounded about right to me! Well Tasha is the more hardcore tickler, and since Brooke is the lesbian foot fetish tickler, it made sense for her to use her tongue as often as possible since it tickles so many models. The girls have two different styles that give my videos a good variety I think.
In the last few months, you have expanded your videos to include more sexual scenes. What made you decide to delve into this area? Are there other areas we should expect you to explore in the near future?
I have toned that down lately. My customers ask and I do, simple as that. I probably won't do any more ticklish handjobs, just not my thing and too pornographic I think. I dont mind two naked women going at it though! I will continue to do the f/f ticklish orgasms since the focus is intensifying the tickling with orgasm. In the future I plan to work on some f/f footworship, also some videos with stories for my members site.
Does tickling hold the same appeal it did for you before your production career, or does it seem more “clinical” now?
I am around it all week, in my home and in my studio. I think I enjoy tickling so much more when I get away from it all, which hasn't happened in some time, lol. But once in a while I meet a young model here who is brand new to tickling, never heard of it, never been tickled. It's those times that make me feel like I am tickling someone for the first time again and renews my ticklelust!
Where do you do your shoots? If at home, how do you go about storing all the equipment?
I have a studio in the building I live in, two doors away. Very convenient!
What do you find to be the most fun part of your producing? The most difficult part?
Building new devices is the best for me. The most difficult part is finding my videos everywhere on file sharing sites. File sharing is a real problem and hurts everyone, producer and consumer.
If the TMF were to make a time capsule, and included one of your videos in it, which one would you prefer them to use?
Damsel in Distress. Funny thing is that I almost didn't use this video, I just didn't care for it. It is my best selling and most downloaded video by far.
Who is your dream ticklee?
My Aunt, still havent got that revenge, though I want Tasha to punish her for me!
Besides Yaqi, who appeared on Howard Stern, you are the only producer who has appeared on mainstream media (Tyra Banks show)? How did this come about? Looking back, how do you feel about the whole experience?
I also recently filmed with a new Brazilian mainstream show, it will be airing in January, though only in Brazil. The content will be available on their website after the show airs. The host was so cool, she tickled my helper and had a blast. She also got tickled in my chair, and although her feet weren't ticklish, her body was super ticklish. That experience was so much fun. My experience at Tyra, well, that sucked. It started out promising since I thought I was going to tickle Tyra briefly. I didn't take it personally, they have a show to produce, but it was a cold and impersonal experience for me.
What advice would you give to any aspiring producers out there?
Don't copy anyone, have your own style, your own devices, your own models. Don't do it if you think you will get rich, you won't. Also, don't think everyone is going to be your friend, models and other producers, life just doesn't work that way.
What message do you want to give to those reading this interview?
Thanks to those who have supported my site and appreciated my efforts.
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How long have you been interested in tickling?
Ever since my aunt used to tickle torture me when I was about 7yrs old, I have been looking for payback ever since.
What made you decide to produce your own tickling content?
I used to have a foot fetish site years before I had tickleabuse.com, I had mostly tickling on it though. One of my members told me about TMF and I couldn't believe there were so many people into what I am into. I wasn't very computer savvy so I was rarely online looking at anything. I started my first clips4sale store first, it was called "interracial tickling," basically me tickling gorgeous ebony woman, most were my friends. I stopped doing it after a few months since I didn't want to work so hard at something that was personal for me, I guess I was afraid of ruining its personal appeal. But I had a lot of encouragement from customers, hired a webmaster, and built tickleabuse.com. Later I made Tickle Abuse and Tickle Abuse 2 clips4sale stores. I always wanted to do something I loved for a living, never imagined I could be where I am now.
How do you juggle the work of a producer with the work of being a single dad?
I don't have any other job anymore, I gave up my construction business when my daughter was born , so I get most of my work done on the weekend. I basically work nonstop from Friday to Sunday evening when my sister is watching my daughter. I refuse to put my little girl in daycare and use it as babysitting, so I have her all week and try to get a little done here and there and when she goes to bed. She will be starting preschool soon, so watch out, I may have some new projects in mind!
For those who may have been hiding under a rock lately, how would you describe your tickling content?
To the point hardcore tickling, no fluff. Also I would say I have something for everyone, all kinds of models, all kinds of tickling.
How did you and Tasha meet? When did Brooke come into the picture? Why do you think you three have such a great partnership?
I met Tasha through a friend, Brooke I met on the street outside of my building when a friend of mine was trying to get her number, lol. Brooke came a few years ago when there was a little too much tickling for Tasha to do by herself. Tasha and Brooke have a rivalry, it isn't always pleasant, lol. Mostly shoots are done with either Tasha or Brooke, not both at the same time.
Originally, you were the primary tickler in most of your videos. Now, it seems Tasha and Brooke are doing the “dirty work”. Did you tire of the tickling personally, or was this a production choice?
I chose to do the ticking in my personal life only, plus it made more sense production wise to be behind the camera and direct.
How do you find your models?
Friends and referrals. Modeling sites stink, craigslist has been a waste for a long time.
Who has been your favorite model to work with? Why?
Blonde Amazon, she is so big, so tough, yet she crumbles when tickled. She's also a lady, wears dresses and heels, she just has huge muscles. She is kind and genuine also, a very nice person who I always look forward to seeing again.
Of all the models you’ve worked with, who would you say is the most skilled tickler? Which one is the most “sadistic”?
Most skilled, Tasha, sadistic, Tasha for sure.
Who would you say is the most ticklish model you’ve worked with?
Charlie
Have you ever had a shoot with someone who wasn’t that ticklish? How did you handle that?
Every week. Simple, they have to go! Sometimes a model is very nervous, that kills ticklishness. That model can come back if he/she wants to.
Your work is considered by many to be the best out there now, and possible some of the best all-time. What do you attribute your success to, and why do you think your work is so popular?
I have sacrificed a lot to do this, my money, all of my time, even my old business. I am totally dedicated to making the best tickling content and refuse to release any videos that aren't to my standard. I don't even use all of the videos that I have paid to produce, probably 25% of what I produce I delete. I dont use fake models, I use less than half of the models who show up to try out. My mother says that I could have been great at anything I put my mind to, but she completely respects that the fact that I do what I love. If you don't love what you do, no way you can be one of the best at it. Staying humble is probably the main reason I have been able to keep producing and stay on top. I never take my status for granted and I am always listening to my customers to see what I can do better. I will rarely send mass emails to promote my videos, but I will send emails asking what I can do to improve. I always believe that I can do better.
You always seem to be creating new devices. Have you always been handy? Where do you get the idea and materials for your creations?
I have always been handy, always been making things. I just imagine the kind of device that I would NOT want to be in and then build it!
Lately, you’ve been opening up your studio for private sessions, and even parties. What made you decide to do this?
Many of my customers had asked, and I have done it but recently decided to not do it very often anymore or not at all. It interferes with production and I just don't have enough time for now, not until my daughter starts school. I still want to have a party here and there, but it seems people think it will be some kind of tickle orgy when what I would really like is just a chance to chat with everyone, with some tickling on the side.
From what I can tell, it was your videos that coined the phrase “lickling.” What made you decide to use this extensively in your videos?
One of my customers and member of TMF coined the term after I did a lick tickle video or two. Sounded about right to me! Well Tasha is the more hardcore tickler, and since Brooke is the lesbian foot fetish tickler, it made sense for her to use her tongue as often as possible since it tickles so many models. The girls have two different styles that give my videos a good variety I think.
In the last few months, you have expanded your videos to include more sexual scenes. What made you decide to delve into this area? Are there other areas we should expect you to explore in the near future?
I have toned that down lately. My customers ask and I do, simple as that. I probably won't do any more ticklish handjobs, just not my thing and too pornographic I think. I dont mind two naked women going at it though! I will continue to do the f/f ticklish orgasms since the focus is intensifying the tickling with orgasm. In the future I plan to work on some f/f footworship, also some videos with stories for my members site.
Does tickling hold the same appeal it did for you before your production career, or does it seem more “clinical” now?
I am around it all week, in my home and in my studio. I think I enjoy tickling so much more when I get away from it all, which hasn't happened in some time, lol. But once in a while I meet a young model here who is brand new to tickling, never heard of it, never been tickled. It's those times that make me feel like I am tickling someone for the first time again and renews my ticklelust!
Where do you do your shoots? If at home, how do you go about storing all the equipment?
I have a studio in the building I live in, two doors away. Very convenient!
What do you find to be the most fun part of your producing? The most difficult part?
Building new devices is the best for me. The most difficult part is finding my videos everywhere on file sharing sites. File sharing is a real problem and hurts everyone, producer and consumer.
If the TMF were to make a time capsule, and included one of your videos in it, which one would you prefer them to use?
Damsel in Distress. Funny thing is that I almost didn't use this video, I just didn't care for it. It is my best selling and most downloaded video by far.
Who is your dream ticklee?
My Aunt, still havent got that revenge, though I want Tasha to punish her for me!
Besides Yaqi, who appeared on Howard Stern, you are the only producer who has appeared on mainstream media (Tyra Banks show)? How did this come about? Looking back, how do you feel about the whole experience?
I also recently filmed with a new Brazilian mainstream show, it will be airing in January, though only in Brazil. The content will be available on their website after the show airs. The host was so cool, she tickled my helper and had a blast. She also got tickled in my chair, and although her feet weren't ticklish, her body was super ticklish. That experience was so much fun. My experience at Tyra, well, that sucked. It started out promising since I thought I was going to tickle Tyra briefly. I didn't take it personally, they have a show to produce, but it was a cold and impersonal experience for me.
What advice would you give to any aspiring producers out there?
Don't copy anyone, have your own style, your own devices, your own models. Don't do it if you think you will get rich, you won't. Also, don't think everyone is going to be your friend, models and other producers, life just doesn't work that way.
What message do you want to give to those reading this interview?
Thanks to those who have supported my site and appreciated my efforts.
