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From Nightmare to Nirvana | "Insecure" Sex Scenes Have The Range
This week we’re diving into Insecure — and honestly? The range.
Morgan introduces Ariel (who has never seen the show 👀) to two wildly different intimacy moments from Season 4: one chaotic, jealousy-fueled nightmare fantasy and one slow-burn reunion that might be one of the most emotionally satisfying TV hookups ever.
We break down:
- How a comedic sex scene can be intentionally not realistic — and why that works
- “Pop the tags” and the audacity of imagining such a thing
- The crackling eye contact, breath work, and micro-choices that make the reunion scene explode
- Tender Black love on screen and why we don’t see enough of it
- The blink-and-you-miss-it position change that tells you exactly who’s in control
This episode is funny, nerdy, and unexpectedly emotional; it's a perfect example of how a show can pull off slapstick fantasy and deeply romantic intimacy in the same breath.
Listen to the episode of the Indie Film Podcast where we were interviewed behind the scenes HERE.
Want to watch along? Our reaction covers Episode 4: Lowkey Feelin' Myself (Time Code: 11:53), Episode 8: Lowkey Happy (Time Code: 25:17). We cut around the clips, so it won’t sync perfectly, but you’ll absolutely get the point.
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CREDITS — Insecure (Season 4)
Creators: Issa Rae; Larry Wilmore/ Showrunner: Prentice Penny
Episode 4x01 “Lowkey Feelin’ Myself”
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: Issa Rae
Intimacy Coordinator: Mia Schachter
Actors (featured in discussed scenes): Issa Rae; Jay Ellis; Christina Elmore
Episode 4x08 “Lowkey Happy”
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: Natasha Rothwell
Intimacy Coordinator: None
Actors (featured in discussed scenes): Issa Rae; Jay Ellis
© 2016–2021 HBO Entertainment / Issa Rae Productions / 3 Arts Entertainment. All rights reserved.
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By Ariel Leigh Cohen & Morgan SmithThis week we’re diving into Insecure — and honestly? The range.
Morgan introduces Ariel (who has never seen the show 👀) to two wildly different intimacy moments from Season 4: one chaotic, jealousy-fueled nightmare fantasy and one slow-burn reunion that might be one of the most emotionally satisfying TV hookups ever.
We break down:
- How a comedic sex scene can be intentionally not realistic — and why that works
- “Pop the tags” and the audacity of imagining such a thing
- The crackling eye contact, breath work, and micro-choices that make the reunion scene explode
- Tender Black love on screen and why we don’t see enough of it
- The blink-and-you-miss-it position change that tells you exactly who’s in control
This episode is funny, nerdy, and unexpectedly emotional; it's a perfect example of how a show can pull off slapstick fantasy and deeply romantic intimacy in the same breath.
Listen to the episode of the Indie Film Podcast where we were interviewed behind the scenes HERE.
Want to watch along? Our reaction covers Episode 4: Lowkey Feelin' Myself (Time Code: 11:53), Episode 8: Lowkey Happy (Time Code: 25:17). We cut around the clips, so it won’t sync perfectly, but you’ll absolutely get the point.
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CREDITS — Insecure (Season 4)
Creators: Issa Rae; Larry Wilmore/ Showrunner: Prentice Penny
Episode 4x01 “Lowkey Feelin’ Myself”
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: Issa Rae
Intimacy Coordinator: Mia Schachter
Actors (featured in discussed scenes): Issa Rae; Jay Ellis; Christina Elmore
Episode 4x08 “Lowkey Happy”
Director: Kevin Bray
Writer: Natasha Rothwell
Intimacy Coordinator: None
Actors (featured in discussed scenes): Issa Rae; Jay Ellis
© 2016–2021 HBO Entertainment / Issa Rae Productions / 3 Arts Entertainment. All rights reserved.
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Support the show
🔗 Connect & Support the Show
👀 Watch the Video Version: See our reactions! The video podcast is available on Spotify and YouTube.
💌 Suggest a Scene & Get Bonuses: Join our Patreon to request movies for us to break down and access exclusive bonus episodes HERE!
📱 Follow Us for Chaos: Get behind-the-scenes content and updates on Instagram @FakingItThePod
🌐 Visit Our Website: Find all our links and more at FakingItThePod.com
🎶Theme Song is Faking It by Mike Goetz
🎧 Subscribe for Free: Never miss an episode! Subscribe on your favorite podcast app.
💬 Review Us: Love the show? Give us 5 stars! It helps other listeners find us.
Stay real, Fakers!
Legal Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are our own. This episode is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Nothing here is intended to defame, slander, or infringe upon any individual or entity. All trademarks and copyrights remain the property of their respective owners.