A podcast hosted by three experienced intimacy coordinators — Rachel Lee Flesher (they/she/he), Katherine O’Keefe (she/her), and Annie Spong (she/her). Join them in their warm and inclusive conversations as they delve into the intricate world of their craft, and how it interacts with the production process. They'll also share insightful stories from their experiences on (and off!) set working as ICs. In each episode, they attempt to unravel the standards, culture, and complexities surroundin ...
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Intimacy Coordinators Unionize with SAG-AFTRA | A Special Episode!
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SURPRISE EPISODE & SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT In between seasons, Annie and Katherine are coming back to the mic to talk about a huge announcement, intimacy coordinators are unionizing with SAG AFTRA! In this episode, they discuss what this means for intimacy coordinators going forward, Annie and Katherine’s involvement in this whole process, and how gra…
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That's A Wrap on Season 1! - Episode 20
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Today, Annie and Katherine wrap up the first season of Romancing The Screen by talking about how far they've come in these 20 episodes, and what else is in store for Season 2! They also discuss what makes them proud to be an Intimacy Coordinator. You can follow us at @RomancingTheScreenPod, and email us new questions and topics for season two at Ro…
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A Conversation with Alessa Carlino - Episode 19
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Alessa Carlino is the director of Spam Risk and Going Home: Homelessness and the Resiliency of the Human Spirit, which has garnered several awards on the film festival circuit, with both films from Unstoppable Pictures. With Katherine and Rachel out for this episode, Annie and Alessa share an insightful conversation, with questions about intimacy, …
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How Do Intimacy Coordinators Prep For A Scene? - Episode 18
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We've talked about how ICs work with actors before filming to make sure everyone is on the same page, but how exactly does that go? What are the one-on-one prep moments like, and how do they change from project to project? Today Rachel, Annie, and Katherine talk about how they prep for the prep, and what makes this such a crucial aspect of the prod…
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How Do You Get A Job As An Intimacy Coordinator? - Episode 17
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We talk about the need for IC's, but how are they hired, and how often? Is there a network of intimacy coordinators? Today, Annie, Rachel, and Katherine discuss how they've been hired in the past, and how they search for more IC work, along with some general tips on getting hired in the entertainment industry. You can find us at @RomancingTheScreen…
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What Gear Do IC's Bring To Set? - Episode 16
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What do IC's bring to set while working, and how is it beneficial? Do Makeup and Wardrobe not have everything they need? The answer is a little complicated, as discussed by Rachel, Katherine and Annie in this week's episode. You can find us at @RomancingTheScrenPod, and email us at RomancingTheScreenPod@gmail.com. Thank you for listening!…
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Why Have an IC on Set? - Episode 15
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Do productions that don't use Intimacy Coordinators ever wish they had one in the middle of production? How do productions with ICs differ from ones without them, for the crew and actors? In today's episode, Rachel, Katherine, and Annie discuss times when they were glad they were on set, and times when their input was needed, but not requested. The…
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Intimacy Directing and Intimacy Coordination, What's The Difference? - Episode 14
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We've talked about Intimacy Coordinators and Intimacy Directors, but where exactly do these jobs differ? Are they done by the same person? Does the experience for the actors and crew on set change? Today Rachel, Katherine, and Annie discuss when a scene requires Intimacy Direction, when it requires Intimacy Coordination, and if the process is diffe…
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What Is A Closed Set? - Episode 13
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In previous episodes, we've referenced "closed sets" or "closing the set", but what does it mean, and how does it work? Does the Intimacy Coordinator actually decide who stays and who leaves? In this episode, Katherine, Rachel, and Annie talk about how closing a set is handled, and what happens when it is. You can find us @RomancingTheScreenPod, an…
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What Do We Wear On Set? - Episode 12
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On a film or television set, is an Intimacy Coordinator seen as one of the "executive suits" or one of the "crew?" In this episode, Katherine, Rachel, and Annie discuss how their personal styles influence how they dress on set, and touch on the question "What should an IC wear?" You can find us @RomancingTheScreenPod, and email us at RomancingTheSc…
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Defining Some Common Terms - Episode 11
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Rachel, Katherine, and Annie all sit down to expand upon some of the film production terms they've used in past episodes... and will definitely use in future episodes too! Never been on a film set before? Need a refresher? Want an Intimacy Coordinator's perspective on how a set works? This episode is for you. You can find us @RomancingTheScreenPod,…
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Actress Louise Barnes - Episode 10
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We're delighted to talk with actress Louis Barnes! Louise has worked on many sets and has participated in numerous intimate scenes, with the majority of her work having been done without an Intimacy Coordinator. Katherine and Annie talk with Louise about the impacts of not having an IC on set, how one could have been beneficial on those sets, and t…
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Filmmakers Amy & Richard Janes - Episode 9
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Our first pair of guests are Producers, Directors, and accomplished Filmmakers Richard & and Amy Janes! Annie and Katherine talk to Amy and Richard about how their filmmaking process has changed over the years with the advent of Intimacy Coordinators. The conversation touches on topics like Richard dealing with an inappropriate costume designer as …
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How Do I Become an Intimacy Coordinator? - Episode 8
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Rachel and Annie discuss the path to becoming an IC... and if there's even a path in the first place! They also teach producer Adam about the differences between Intimacy Coordinator, Intimacy Consultant, and Intimacy Director. You can find us @RomancingTheScreenPod, or email us your questions at RomancingTheScreenPod@gmail.com!…
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Director Jann Turner - Episode 7
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We're so happy to welcome Director Jann Turner to the podcast today! Katherine and Annie talk with Jann about her career, how Intimacy Coordinators can improve the production process, and what directing intimate scenes was like before ICs. Jann has extensive experience directing movies and television, having directed episodes of Jack Ryan, Grace an…
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Director Brenna Malloy, Our First Guest - Episode 6
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Today, we're so excited to welcome director Brenna Malloy onto the podcast! Annie, Katherine, and Brenna discuss how intimacy coordination is approached from the director's perspective, and how an Intimacy Coordinator can help make a director's life easier...even if they ask the same questions to the talent. Brenna has directed episodes of shows li…
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Answering More Listener Questions, Part Two! - Episode 5
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Rachel and Annie get into more of our listener-submitted questions. We would love to hear from you! Find us @RomancingTheScreenPod, or email us @RomacingTheScreenPod@gmail.com! Tune in next week for our first interview.Oleh Katherine O'Keefe, Annie Spong, Rachel Lee Flesher
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Answering Listener Questions, Part One of Many! - Episode 4
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Annie and Katherine discuss a few of the questions we've received in the past few weeks since starting the podcast. If you'd like to submit a question or topic, please write to RomancingTheScreenPod@gmail.com, or find us on social media @RomancingTheScreenPod!Oleh Katherine O'Keefe, Annie Spong, Rachel Lee Flesher
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When Do You Know You Need an Intimacy Coordinator on Set? - Episode 3
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When exactly is an intimacy coordinator brought on in the production process? When should they be brought onto a project? During casting? The day before filming? The day of? This week, Annie, Katherine, and Rachel discuss the answers to these questions and share experiences when they probably should have been brought onto set a little bit earlier t…
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The Benefits of Having an Intimacy Coordinator on Set (or not!) - Episode 2
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"Your yes means nothing if you cannot say no." - Meshell Ndegeocello ~ Katherine, Rachel, and Annie start to delve into what happens when an intimacy coordinator is on set, and when they're not. "Don't they just get in the way? Aren't intimacy coordinators the sex police?" These are a few of the misconceptions that the team begins to tackle in this…
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In this introductory episode, Annie Spong, Katherine O'Keefe, and Rachel Lee Flesher begin to discuss what they do as Intimacy Coordinators, why they do it, and what brought them all together to start this podcast!Oleh Katherine O'Keefe, Annie Spong, Rachel Lee Flesher
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