Intimacy Choreography in Conversation – Details, episodes & analysis

Intimacy Choreography in Conversation is a podcast about how we create care, consent, and connection in performance, and what it takes to do it well. Hosted by industry leaders Ann James and Carly DW Bones, this series brings you grounded, expansive conversations with intimacy professionals, artists, educators, and advocates working across theater, film, and television. Together, we explore the evolving field of intimacy choreography: how it emerged, how it's practiced, and where it's headed. Whether you're a seasoned intimacy director, a student, a performer, or just curious about the behind-the-scenes work of storytelling, Intimacy Choreography in Conversation offers a rare look at the values, politics, and practices shaping one of the most vital new disciplines in the arts. This is not a how-to podcast. It's a space for deep listening, honest reflection, and critical dialogue, rooted in the belief that safety, vulnerability, and imagination can coexist in powerful ways. In each episode, you'll hear firsthand accounts from working intimacy professionals navigating real-world challenges. You'll hear nuanced discussions about power, identity, training, and collaboration. You'll hear practical insights into tools, language, and rehearsal room culture. You'll also hear personal reflections on community, burnout, boundaries, and joy. Our episodes center the voices and experiences of those who are often underrepresented in the industry and who are actively reshaping what it means to make art ethically, safely, and beautifully. If you're new to intimacy work, you're welcome here. If you're looking for a place to feel less alone in this work, you're in the right spot. If you're trying to imagine a more sustainable, care-centered future in the arts, we are too. Created by intimacy professionals, for intimacy professionals, and for everyone who believes storytelling should be brave, collaborative, and transformative. Hosted by Ann James and Carly DW Bones. Produced by David Gonzalez and Hazel Lozano. Subscribe and join the conversation.