Pornography’s prevalence in today’s society is obvious, with a large percentage of the world choosing to indulge in online free porn, a fact well documented by internet traffic statistics. Simultaneously, American culture, through various mediums of entertainment, has adopted and portrayed adult films as practically a part of daily life. If porn is becoming so much more mainstream, have perspectives about it changed? Adult industry icon Jenna Haze touches upon some of the societal perceptions about pornography, the adult industry, its performers, and its viewers in this era of sexual saturation. Adult Industry Icon, Psychology Student
After spending over a decade in the adult industry as a prominent and award-winning actress, director, and producer, Jenna is currently pursuing a career in psychology. The ambitious brunette made an indelible mark as a top entertainer in adult, winning over 40 adult industry awards. Jenna has infiltrated pop culture with appearances in films. After she retired from performing in films, she started to attend college with a sharp focus on psychology and becoming a therapist. She is also pursuing creative projects and endeavors, such as the release of books and collaborations with artists. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
