#257 - Intimacy Coordination and the Evolving Landscape of Performance with Brooke M. Haney

About this episode

The episode discusses intimacy coordination in media with guest Brooke M. Haney, focusing on consent, safety, and the evolving landscape post-Me Too.

Folks, we're in the final stretch now! This week, we dive into the topic of intimacy coordination in both adult and mainstream media. Guest Brooke M. Haney , an intimacy coordinator for film and television as well as the adult industry, shares insights into the role of intimacy coordinators, emphasizing the significance of consent, safety, and the evolving landscape of performance in the wake of the Me Too movement. The conversation explores power dynamics, protocols for safety, and the intersection of adult film and mainstream media, highlighting the need for transparency and communication on set. In this conversation, Brooke discusses the complexities of intimacy coordination in performance art, emphasizing the importance of consent, especially when working with minors. We explore the need for specialization within the field and the significance of including diverse voices, particularly from marginalized communities. The discussion also highlights the historical context of intimacy professionals and the necessity for authenticity in storytelling, particularly in the representation of sex work. The conversation concludes with insights on connecting with audiences and the…

People in this episode

Host: Steph Sia

Guest: Brooke M. Haney

Topics covered

• intimacy coordination
• performance art
• consent
• safety protocols
• adult film
• mainstream media
• representation of sex work

Keywords

• intimacy coordination
• consent
• safety
• adult film
• mainstream media
• performance
• Me Too
• representation
• storytelling

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