Kinks & Cuddles (w/ Jean Franzblau)

Jean Franzblau is an Intimacy Coordinator, Writer, Performer and Creator of the Cuddle Sanctuary originally from Hollywood Florida where her mother didn't know she was kinky! In this episode we talk about: 01:11 Different Roles in the Sex Industry 03:03 The Physiology of Orgasm 04:00 The Impact of Shame on Pleasure 05:23 Creating Authentic Intimacy in Film 08:13 The Complexity of Faking Orgasms 10:32 The Fascinating Anatomy of the Clitoris 12:51 The Grit and Strength of Pole Dancing 15:22 The Diverse Backgrounds of Intimacy Coordinators 23:46 The Potential Benefits of Sex Dolls 25:29 The Importance of Touch and Cuddling 27:22 The Complexity and joy of Kink and BDSM 35:33 The Impact of Shame and Ignoring Red Flags 43:22 The Slow Process of Change in the film Industry 45:33 The Importance of Safety and Pleasure in Creation 48:30 Agents' Involvement in Addressing Behavioral Issues with cast (aka their clients) 53:33 Transition into Intimacy Coordinating 55:50 Experience on Set and Sense of Belonging 01:01:00 The Embarrassing Part of the Job 01:04:43 The importance of Consent and Boundaries You can find Jean on Instagram at @jeanfranzblau and her website https://hollywoodintimacycoordinator.com/ You can catch Jean's sex positive one woman show, "My Mother Doesn't Know I'm Kinky" on March 3, 2024 in Los Angeles. Find all of her performances here: https://mymotherdoesntknow.com/ Support the show and give us a 5 star review… and if you're really into it, https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ariellezadok   Like to watch? Check out the video version of this podcast on YouTube!   Stay connected through Birds and Bees Don't Fck on Instagram at @birdsandbeesdontfck & follow your host @ArielleZadok   Want to get more of what you want in bed? Download your free Yes / No / Maybe list at www.birdsandbeesdontfck.com to get clear, get inspired and get what you want!  LOS ANGELES: Join Arielle and Nadége as we celebrate the release of Rena Martine's new book "The Sex You Want" on Feb 7th at The Ripped Bodice. Tickets here: https://www.therippedbodicela.com/events-and-tickets