Barbara Brents
Sociologist at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and co-editor of Sex Work Today; contributes expertise on policy, legal contexts, and sex worker rights.
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Oct 5, 2025 • 37min
Angela Jones and Barbara G. Brents, "Sex Work Today: Erotic Labor in the Twenty-First Century" (NYU Press, 2024)
Join sociologists Bernadette C. Barton, Barbara G. Brents, and Angela N. Jones as they explore the complexities of sex work in the digital age. They discuss how the internet has reshaped erotic labor, creating diverse markets like camming and sugar dating. The trio emphasizes the importance of recognizing sex workers' rights beyond empowerment narratives, advocating for labor-focused policies. They also delve into critical issues such as intersectionality, structural inequalities, and the impact of race and disability within the sex industry.
Oct 5, 2025 • 37min
Angela Jones and Barbara G. Brents, "Sex Work Today: Erotic Labor in the Twenty-First Century" (NYU Press, 2024)
Join sociologists Bernadette C. Barton, Barbara G. Brents, and Angela N. Jones as they dive into the complexities of modern sex work. They discuss how the internet has revolutionized erotic labor, from camming to AI sex dolls. The conversation highlights the diverse experiences of sex workers, addressing pressing issues like empowerment versus exploitation. They also emphasize the importance of intersectionality in understanding race, gender, and class dynamics within the industry, advocating for labor-focused rights and policies.
