Faking It with Ariel and Morgan
Ariel Leigh Cohen & Morgan SmithTwo intimacy coordinators reveal what actually happens behind the scenes of film and TV's most iconic intimate moments.
We're Ariel and Morgan, two professional intimacy coordinators who choreograph sex scenes for film and TV. We pull back the curtain on how intimacy is really made—from the awkward logistics to the craft that makes it look effortless.
On Faking It, we break down:
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| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 28 | Founded | 10 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Film ReviewsTV & FilmTV Reviews | |||
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Consent can be hot. Who knew? (Us. We knew.)
In this episode, two intimacy coordinators break down the sex and relationship scenes in Off Campus — and ask whether it's really the greenest green flag on TV.
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Intimacy coordinators Ariel and Morgan are joined by Obsession's own intimacy and stunt coordinator Jen Albert to break down the 2025 horror film's most disturbing intimacy, violence, and non-consent scenes.
Together, they explore how Obsession evol... more
Two intimacy coordinators sit down with Pose co-creator Steven Canals to break down how the FX series directed intimacy, queer love, and its groundbreaking sex scenes.
They discuss how the scene evolved from script to screen, the challenges of direc... more
In this bonus episode, two intimacy coordinators break down the orgy scene from the Sense8 series finale — how it was choreographed and why it remains one of the most ambitious intimacy sequences ever filmed.
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- Fun and informative!
Not only do I love learning about this facet of the film and tv production, but Ariel and Morgan are just a ton of fun to listen to. They bring a great perspective and delightful energy and always unique POV to the shows and films we love.
Apple Podcasts5joseqwerty
United States6 months ago - I never thought of it this way
I haven’t seen all of these movies but now I want to watch theme, Ariel and Morgan are spot on! Everyone should listen to this podcast. It brings a whole new light to intimacy coordination
Apple Podcasts5FranticalUnited States7 months ago - incredibly original and insightful
Really unique! An in depth analysis on what really goes into making the scenes hyper realistic. Next time pick a better movie than The Room
Apple Podcasts5JinaTDUnited States10 months ago - Listen!
Funny and Insightful! The hosts have a great chemistry, and very engaging. I’m learning aaaand laughing.
Apple Podcasts5FlavorDeptUnited States10 months ago - Funny, Charming, and Informative!
Love getting the perspective of intimacy coordinators - this is such a unique take, and they add such great stories to each episode. So funny and easy to listen to on my way to work. Love it!
Apple Podcasts5evalosangelesUnited States10 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #95 |  Denmark/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #113 |  Japan/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #201 |  China/TV & Film/Film Reviews |
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What is Faking It about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Two intimacy coordinators pull back the curtain on how sex scenes are choreographed, staged, and shot in film and TV. The show blends technical breakdowns of iconic moments with candid anecdotes about consent, boundaries, and on-set logistics, offering practical takeaways for safe, authentic intimacy work and clever production storytelling. Fans appreciate humorous banter, behind-the-scenes stories, and thoughtful commentary on representation, consent culture, and the craft of making intimate moments feel cinematic. A standout angle is the mix of technical craft with entertaining pop culture discussions, plus active engagement with listeners through Patreon and fan-requested topics.
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