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Intimacy Directors and Coordinators Podcast

IDC

Arts

Tv & Film

Arts

Frequency: 1 episode/12d. Total Eps: 11

Where Intimacy Professionals in TV, Film, and Theatre come together to keep their finger on the pulse of the industry.

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🇨🇦 Canada - performingArts
28/08/2026
#54
🇨🇦 Canada - performingArts
20/08/2026
#90
🇨🇦 Canada - performingArts
19/08/2026
#60
🇬🇧 Great Britain - performingArts
19/08/2026
#92
🇬🇧 Great Britain - performingArts
18/08/2026
#67
🇨🇦 Canada - performingArts
11/08/2026
#65
🇬🇧 Great Britain - performingArts
22/07/2026
#88
🇺🇸 USA - performingArts
22/07/2026
#83
🇬🇧 Great Britain - performingArts
21/07/2026
#51
🇬🇧 Great Britain - performingArts
15/07/2026
#53

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IC's Unionize

Season 1 · Episode 2

Sunday, April 26, 2026 • Duration 28:57

🎙️ Podcast Show Notes Introduction

This is the moment our industry has been building toward.

Intimacy Coordinators are now officially unionized with SAG-AFTRA and this changes EVERYTHING.

In this episode, we break down what this milestone really means, beyond the headlines you've been seeing in the media. From the early days of explaining the role on every set to securing protections, pay standards, and long-term sustainability for intimacy professionals.

If you’ve ever wondered where this work is headed or what it actually takes to build a lasting career in this field, this is essential listening.

👂 What to Listen For

How intimacy coordination went from unknown role to union-recognized profession
The behind-the-scenes story of how SAG-AFTRA became a key partner in this work
Why early advocacy required constant education, negotiation, and persistence
Avoiding burnout: how unionization provides professional legitimacy and industry standards, and sustainable careers.
What this milestone means for the next generation of intimacy professionals

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Department of One, Movement of Many

Season 1 · Episode 1

Monday, April 13, 2026 • Duration 24:57

🎙️ Podcast Show Notes Introduction

What does it actually feel like to be an intimacy professional right now?

Not the polished version.
The real version.

In this inaugural episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on what it’s like to do this work in an industry that’s still catching up. From being a “department of one” on set to realizing you’re part of something much bigger.

Because here’s the truth:

You can’t build this career alone.
Not well.
Not sustainably.

If you’ve ever felt isolated, overwhelmed, or unsure where you fit in this field, this conversation is going to hit home.

👂 What to Listen For

What it really means to be a “department of one” on set and why that’s harder than it sounds
How intimacy work has evolved from unknown to industry-standard in under a decade
Why feeling isolated in this role is common and how community directly impacts your confidence and effectiveness on the job
The difference between freelance competition and community-driven growth
A common mistake people make when trying to connect and a better way to build relationships

🔗 Important Links

How to Become an Intimacy Professional Free Webinar
Intimacy Directors and Coordinators Home Page
How Aspiring Intimacy Professionals Can Build Their First Kit
Email mentioned in episode: info@idcprofessionals.com

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Certification FAQ

Season 1

Sunday, May 3, 2026 • Duration 41:38

🎙️ Podcast Show Notes Introduction

Thinking about becoming a certified intimacy professional, but stuck in the questions?

You’re not alone.

This field has grown fast. Really fast. And with that growth comes confusion. What training actually matters? Do you need certification? Is there even enough work to build a real career?

In this episode, we break it all down with real, grounded insight from inside the industry.

We’re diving into what certification actually does, how careers in intimacy work really get built, and what separates people who struggle from those who build something sustainable.

Because this isn’t just about getting trained.

It’s about building a career that lasts.

👂 What to Listen For

Why the “rush to get hired” mindset is quietly sabotaging new intimacy professionals
The truth about whether intimacy work is a sustainable long-term career
What most people don’t see when they watch experienced ICs and IDs work
How credibility and trust actually get built in this industry
How certification helps you get your foot in the door (even without connections)
A behind-the-scenes breakdown of IDC’s 5-phase certification pathway

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Prep Days!

Season 1 · Episode 3

Monday, May 11, 2026 • Duration 20:34

🎙️ Podcast Show Notes Introduction

You got the call. They need you tomorrow. Just come in, make sure everyone feels comfortable, and then we shoot. Simple, right? Not even close. In this episode, Alicia Rodis and Amanda Pulcini break down one of the most common myths in intimacy coordination: that this work can happen overnight. They pull back the curtain on what actually makes a set run smoothly, why prep days are not optional, and how skipping them doesn’t just create chaos, it compromises trust, consent, and the quality of the work. If you have ever felt pressure to say yes without the time you need, this conversation will give you language, clarity, and a stronger foundation to stand on.

👂 What to Listen For

Why being hired the day before a shoot sets everyone up for stress, not success
What actually happens during prep days and why they are essential to your role as a department head
How strong prep builds trust with actors and prevents consent from being rushed or compromised
The real reason you should never negotiate your work as hourly instead of full prep days
How to hold the line on industry standards without burning bridges or undercutting your peers

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Storytelling!

Season 1 · Episode 4

Sunday, May 24, 2026 • Duration 31:25

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Something has shifted in this industry and if you’ve been paying attention, you’ve felt it.

The resistance that once defined intimacy work? It’s fading.

In its place, something far more exciting is emerging: better storytelling.

In this episode, we unpack what happens when intimacy professionals are no longer fighting to justify their role and they can finally focus on what they’re truly there to do: tell nuanced, authentic, deeply human stories.

From high-profile productions to personal experiences on set, this conversation explores why intimacy storytelling is entering a new era and what that means for both professionals and audiences alike.

👂 What to Listen For

Why so many intimacy professionals are no longer facing resistance on set and what changed in the industry to create that shift
The hidden skill of navigating bias, discomfort, and personal assumptions
Why less resistance means more time for actual storytelling and how intimacy work is expanding into more nuanced and diverse narratives
The role of intimacy professionals in shaping authentic representation and how intimacy work is expanding into more nuanced and diverse narratives
The responsibility of ICs to honor complexity—not simplify it

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Building Both Artistic and Networking Skills

Season 1 · Episode 5

Sunday, June 7, 2026 • Duration 31:16

🎙️ Podcast Show Notes Introduction

If I just get better… I’ll get more work.

That belief is everywhere in this industry.
And it’s quietly exhausting a lot of really talented people.

In this episode, we’re breaking down one of the most persistent myths in intimacy work, and honestly, across the arts as a whole.

Because yes… your craft matters.
But it’s not the whole picture.

We talk about what actually creates a sustainable career in a gig-based industry. The part no one teaches. The part that determines whether you keep getting hired or quietly get passed over.

From perfectionism and self-doubt…
To networking, finances, and follow-through…
To redefining what it means to be a “successful” artist…

This conversation pulls back the curtain on what’s really going on behind the scenes.

If you’ve ever questioned your talent because the gigs aren’t consistent…
This episode will give you a different lens to look through.

👂 What You’ll Learn in This Episode

Why being a highly skilled artist doesn’t automatically lead to more gigs
The overlooked business and relationship skills that actually drive repeat work
How perfectionism and “not good enough” thinking can stall your career
What’s really happening during slow seasons—and how to respond without panic
A practical strategy for turning your intimacy skillset into multiple income streams

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Hidden Transformation in Becoming an IP

Season 1 · Episode 6

Monday, June 22, 2026 • Duration 31:33

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What if the biggest thing standing between you and becoming a more effective intimacy professional is not another certification, protocol, or tool, but your own personal growth? In this episode, Marie Percy and Claire Warden tackle one of the most important and least discussed aspects of intimacy work: the internal work required to do this role ethically and effectively. From managing your own reactions and assumptions to understanding your relationship with power, validation, and control, this conversation explores why self awareness is not a bonus skill for intimacy professionals. It is a professional responsibility. Whether you are brand new to the field or years into your career, this episode offers a powerful invitation to examine how your inner world impacts every room you enter.

👂 What to Listen For

Why personal growth and self awareness are essential professional skills for intimacy coordinators and directors
How your emotional state, body language, and energy influence the people around you, even when you say nothing
The difference between sharing power and trying to control a room through fear, judgment, or assumptions
Claire and Marie’s unforgettable cookie oven metaphor for identifying what belongs to you and what belongs to others
How ego, validation seeking, and the desire to be the hero can quietly interfere with your ability to serve collaborators

🔗 Important Links

Instagram: @idcprofessionals
Email: info@idcprofessionals.com
How to Become an Intimacy Professional Free Webinar
Intimacy Directors and Coordinators Home Page
How Aspiring Intimacy Professionals Can Build Their First Kit

You Can Make It!

Season 1 · Episode 7

Monday, July 6, 2026 • Duration 18:04

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Have you ever been told that making it in the entertainment industry is nearly impossible? That even if you do succeed, you'll spend your life overworked, underpaid, and burned out? In this episode, Jessica Steinrock and Marie Percy challenge one of the most persistent myths in the arts and entertainment world. Together, they unpack what it really means to "make it," why success looks different for everyone, and how limiting beliefs about the industry stop talented people from pursuing meaningful careers. Whether you're an aspiring intimacy professional, actor, director, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation will help you rethink what's possible and take ownership of the career you actually want to build.

👂 What to Listen For

Why the myth that "nobody makes it in the entertainment industry" keeps so many talented people from even trying
How defining success on your own terms can completely change your career trajectory
The surprising opportunities available to intimacy professionals beyond traditional film and television work
Why waiting to be "discovered" may be holding you back from creating your own opportunities
How resilience, creativity, and a willingness to adapt can help you build a sustainable career in the arts

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Less is More

Season 1 · Episode 8

Monday, July 20, 2026 • Duration 26:52

🎙️ Podcast Show Notes Introduction

You want to do a great job. You want to support the actors, protect the process, and make the work better. But somewhere along the way, that instinct can tip into something else. Overstepping. In this episode, Alicia Rodis and Amanda Pulcini unpack one of the most common mistakes intimacy professionals make in the field. Not because they are untrained or careless, but because they care deeply. This conversation breaks down how overstepping shows up, why it happens, and how to stay grounded in your role without losing your voice. If you have ever second guessed whether you were doing too much or not enough, this episode will give you the clarity to find that balance.

👂 What to Listen For

The subtle ways overstepping shows up and how it can unintentionally take power away from actors and directors
Why reading the room and understanding each set’s culture is essential to doing your job well
How too much structure or technical language can actually break trust instead of building it
The difference between facilitating collaboration and controlling the process
Why feedback in the moment is a gift and how to use it to adjust and grow in real time

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Industry Drama

Season 1 · Episode 9

Monday, August 3, 2026 • Duration 31:12

🎙️ Podcast Show Notes Introduction

What kind of community are we building as intimacy professionals? As our field continues to grow, so do the conversations, disagreements, and differing approaches to the work. In this episode, Jessica Steinrock and Marie Percy take an honest look at the social dynamics shaping the intimacy profession today. They explore why good intentions can sometimes lead to judgment, policing, or division, and why building a thriving profession requires something much more powerful: trust, accountability, and genuine support for one another. If you've ever felt frustrated by conflict within the industry or wondered how to navigate disagreements with integrity, this conversation offers a thoughtful roadmap for creating a stronger community together.

👂 What to Listen For

Why good intentions can sometimes turn into judgment, policing, and division within the intimacy community
How to offer feedback that builds trust instead of damaging professional relationships
Why context matters before making assumptions about another intimacy professional's work
The difference between accountability, mentorship, and trying to control someone else's career
How creating a culture of generosity and collaboration strengthens the future of the entire profession

🔗 Important Links

Report concerns about an IDC Certified Professional through the accountability process on the IDC website.
Email: info@idcprofessionals.com
How to Become an Intimacy Professional Free Webinar
Intimacy Directors and Coordinators Home Page
How Aspiring Intimacy Professionals Can Build Their First Kit

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