intimacy. money. Danny Wylde.

I met Danny Wylde on Tristan Taormino's set about a year ago. His scene with Keni Styles and Adrianna Nicole was the first time I'd seen porn being made in person, and I was fascinated and impressed (and probably very awkward about it). I had seen Danny in scenes previously, but something about seeing the production process in person was an especially powerful experience. Afterward in the green room, talking with Danny and seeing him interact with others, it struck me that he's not much older than most of my students. However, my job would be significantly less depressing and more interesting if more of my students were as insightful and articulate as he. Lately I've been following in his blog, Trve West Coast Fiction, and learning something every time he updates.

Recently he shared a very personal story on his blog about his experience with a fan. The story blurs the solid line we pretend exists between sex work and other intimate experiences. I found myself relating to it on a very personal level, while also recognizing that it was outside my experience. I am always interested to read sex workers' stories, but many come off as quite sensationalistic, seemingly written "in character." Danny's writing never seems to go there- this piece is genuine, open, and very human. Spend the time reading it completely, you'll be glad you did.

Thanks again, Danny, for sharing a piece of your life with us.