US University Chancellor Fired For His Pornographic Videos With Wife

The University of Wisconsin Board of Regents made the unprecedented decision to terminate the long-serving Chancellor, Dr. Joe Gow, and his wife, Carmen Wilson. The dismissal comes in the wake of revelations that the couple actively engaged in the creation and distribution of explicit adult content online, causing severe reputational harm to the esteemed university.

The Board of Regents, in a firm and unwavering stance, voted to oust the 63-year-old Dr. Gow, citing his actions as "abhorrent" and having inflicted significant reputational harm upon the institution. 

The Board's Resolute Decision

The explicit videos, labeled under the pseudonym "Sexy Happy Couple," surfaced on well-known platforms such as OnlyFans and Pornhub, occasionally featuring appearances by recognized adult film stars.

UW President Jay Rothman expressed the Board's position, emphasizing, "In recent days, we learned of specific conduct by Dr. Gow that has subjected the university to significant reputational harm. His actions were abhorrent."

Accusations 

Karen Walsh, the president of the UW System Regents, went further, accusing Joe Gow of displaying a "reckless disregard for the role he was entrusted with." Walsh conveyed deep concern, stating, "We are alarmed, and disgusted, by his actions, which were wholly and undeniably inconsistent with his role as chancellor."

The controversy extended beyond the explicit content itself. The couple's online presence reached a platform named "Sexy Healthy Cooking," previously Twitter, redirecting users to their explicit content profiles on LoyalFans and OnlyFans. These profiles showcased fully explicit scenes, intensifying the scandal and public outcry.

Controversial Financial Transactions

Adding another layer to the scandal, details emerged of Dr Gow compensating adult film legend Nina Hartley with $5,000 from university funds for a 90-minute speech reassuring students that it's "OK to like porn." This financial transaction raised eyebrows and stirred controversy back in 2018, prompting questions about the ethical use of university resources.

Legal Defense and Assertion of Free Speech

In an interview with the Associated Press, Dr. Gow defended his actions, asserting that he never mentioned the university or his role in any of the explicit videos. He argued that his firing violated his free speech rights, stating, “My wife and I live in a country where we have a First Amendment. We're dealing with consensual adult sexuality. The regents are overreacting. They're certainly not adhering to their own commitment to free speech or the First Amendment.”

Dr Gow expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of specificity regarding the policy he allegedly violated and claimed he was never allowed to present his case in a hearing. Contemplating legal action, he stated, “I got an email last night saying I was terminated. I wish I would have had the opportunity to have a hearing. When reasonable people understand what my wife and I are creating, it calms them down.”

Literary Ventures and Personal-Professional Interweaving

The couple, under pseudonyms, authored two books detailing their experiences in the adult film industry: ‘Monogamy with Benefits: How Porn Enriches Our Relationship' and ‘Married with Benefits: Our Real-Life Adult Industry Adventures'. These books, available on Amazon, include links to their explicit videos on X and a pornographic website, blurring the lines between their personal and professional lives.

The aftermath of the controversy has not only impacted its reputation but has also ignited debates on issues of free speech, ethical use of university resources, and the evolving landscape of personal and professional boundaries in the digital age.