Ep. 83 - Race Questions You're Not Supposed to Ask

🎧 Welcome back to The Unmasked Project!This week, Layla and Brian throw off the last of their filters for the realest episode yet. No guests. No script. Just two co-hosts at a crossroads, confronting their creative and personal tensions head-on.They break down the behind-the-scenes struggles of running a sex-positive show in a platform-hostile algorithm, the burnout from doing it all themselves, and the existential question: is The Masked Swingers still serving their lives—or stalling them?From Layla’s passion for addiction recovery to Brian’s drive for purpose over clout, they explore what it means to evolve publicly, vulnerably, and messily. They don’t have all the answers, but they’ve got the courage to ask the hard questions.Whether you've been here from the first masked mic check or just stumbled into this unfiltered spiral, you're getting the truth.💥 In this episode:Why the podcast’s original mission no longer fitsSex content vs. searchability: fighting the algorithmBrian's pivot toward coaching & high-impact workLayla’s secret side hustle helping addicts—for freeThe real reason they're burned out (spoiler: it’s not each other)Why viral clips don’t convert to real listenersCan this show still evolve, or is it time to part ways?What happens when your creative partner wants out⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Intro: couches, mics, and chaos0:35 – Reflecting on 18 months of podcasting1:20 – How the show started: masks, apps, and pivots2:15 – What’s changed—and why they’re confused4:00 – Podcasting as a business vs. a passion project6:30 – Layla’s tension: wanting to expand, fearing audience backlash9:10 – Brian’s struggle: impact vs. irrelevance12:45 – Burnout, the algorithm, and sex content suppression15:00 – Going viral isn’t enough: lessons from failed traction17:15 – The dark side of self-funded media19:50 – Layla’s addiction recovery work: the unpaid calling23:00 – What value looks like beyond the sex25:40 – Can you be an addict and still help addicts?28:20 – Ethics, imposter syndrome, and monetizing purpose32:10 – Brian on boundaries, value, and not editing sh*t35:40 – Layla on why she won’t do this alone37:30 – Can they still create together—without compromise?40:00 – The end of an era… or just a new chapter?🔗 Links & Love:💬 Join our Discord🌶️ Products we love📸 Follow us on IG🎵 TikTok chaos📧 Send your juicy stories: [email protected]

🎧 Welcome back to The Unmasked Project!This week, Layla and Brian are joined by filmmaker and Monogamish TV creator Tracy for a deep dive into how ethical non-monogamy, sex, and power are portrayed—or butchered—by the media.From Fifty Shades of Misrepresentation to secret sex cults, condom taboos, and what Eyes Wide Shut got hilariously wrong, this episode rips the mask off how Hollywood shapes our sex lives. They debate if safe sex can be sexy on screen, why ENM characters are always creeps, and what kind of show would actually represent the lifestyle right.It’s juicy, it's smart, and it’s got just enough conspiracy theory to make you check your HBO history.Whether you're poly-curious or just tired of seeing threesomes used as relationship death rattles—this one’s for you.💥 In this episode:- Why Hollywood loves to get polyamory wrong- Is ethical non-monogamy the new villain trope?- Eyes Wide Shut, Epstein, and secret society sex clubs- Why no one ever uses condoms in movies- Is the media keeping us dumb, horny, and controllable?- The surprising 1969 film that finally got it right- What a show about real lifestyle couples could look like- How Monogamish TV is making space for sexy, responsible storytellingCurious about Monogamish TV?📸 Follow them on IG: https://www.instagram.com/monogamish.tv🎵 TikTok chaos: https://www.tiktok.com/@monogamish.tv▶️ Catch Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@Monogamish_tv⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Burps, intros & finally getting Tracy on the mic0:34 – Representation of ENM in media: why it’s trash1:30 – Polyamory ≠ the death rattle of a relationship3:15 – Where are the hot, healthy, non-monogamous couples in TV?5:45 – Why conflict doesn’t have to mean toxicity7:40 – BDSM, Fifty Shades & the line between fantasy and gaslighting11:35 – Safe sex in media: why condoms are never shown14:20 – Can entertainment and realism coexist in sex scenes?17:50 – Is the media keeping us in sexual cages on purpose?20:30 – How “Eyes Wide Shut” warped play party perceptions24:00 – Was your first poly representation porn? (Same.)26:30 – Is the media scaring us away from ethical sex?30:00 – “Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice”: a 1969 ENM gem34:00 – Cults, self-help, and the origins of personal development38:00 – The Monogamish TV vision: friends, fun, and f**king—ethically42:10 – Why the industry “isn’t ready”—and why that doesn’t matter44:00 – Final thoughts: community, courage, and creating the future🔗 Links & Love: 💬 Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/TPBUgSxzwb🌶️ Products we love: https://www.unmaskedpod.co/products-we-love📸 Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/theunmasked_project🎵 TikTok chaos: https://www.tiktok.com/@theunmaskedproject🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uOOhjA1H9K5psXdIFBqYz?si=16738043f345462f📧 Send your juicy stories: [email protected]

🎧 Welcome back to The Unmasked Project!This week, Layla sits down with visionary director Mercedes Bryce Morgan to pull back the curtain on Bone Lake — the bold erotic‑thriller that’s got audiences simultaneously horny and horrified. What starts as a romantic getaway turns into a psychological nightmare of power, secrets, and deadly desire.The question no one asked but Layla had to: “Would you have sex with your clone?”Get ready for juicy behind‑the‑scenes revelations, taboo talk, and real relationship lessons—because in Bone Lake, what you don’t say will kill you.Final thoughts: permission to explore sexpositivity, taboo, and authentic relationships🎬 In Theaters: October 3, 2025🎟️ Get your tickets here📸 Follow Mercedes Bryce Morgan on IG📸 Follow Bone Lake on IG📸 Follow Bleeker Street Films on IGAbout Bone Lake: A couple’s romantic vacation at a secluded lakeside estate is upended when they are forced to share the mansion with a mysterious and attractive couple. In this darkly hilarious and seductive horror story, a dream getaway spirals into a nightmarish maze of sex, lies, and manipulation, bringing terrifying secrets to light and triggering a bloody battle for survival.⏰ Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Meet Mercedes Bryce Morgan & Bone Lake’s world01:15 – Film breakdown: setup, tone, what to expect03:20 – The opening scene that set Layla reeling05:10 – Bringing sex back into thriller films07:05 – Faking orgasms: why it matters more than we talk about09:10 – Jealousy, envy, and the “wibbles” framework11:15 – Vulnerability: depth, danger, or both?13:00 – Gray areas: when playful becomes uncomfortable14:45 – What happens when you ignore gut feelings16:20 – Pushing for taboo: why audiences crave it18:00 – Tension formula: sex, death, and mystery19:30 – Intimacy coordinators & consent in sex scenes21:15 – Casting choices & fresh faces vs. known talent23:00 – Equal nudity: balancing the gaze24:30 – What Mercedes wants people to take away25:45 – Pleasure politics: masturbation, toys, and space27:20 – Clone question & taboo talk29:00 – Closing reflections on desire, risk, and connection30:10 – How to find your own path in messy relationships31:30 – Outro & where to find Mercedes / Bone Lake info🔗 Links & Love: 💬 Join our Discord🌶️ Products we love📸 Follow us on IG🎵 TikTok chaos📧 Send your juicy stories: [email protected] on Bone Lake: Directed by Mercedes Bryce MorganStarring Maddie Hasson, Marco Pigossi, Alex Roe, Andra Nechita, Eliane Reis, Clayton SpencerWritten by Joshua FriedlanderProduced by Jason Blumenfeld, Joshua Friedlander, Mickey Liddell, Pete Shilaimon, Jacob Yakob

- -🎧 Welcome back to The Unmasked Project!This week, Layla and Brian sit down for their most unfiltered conversation yet—asking each other the racial questions you're not supposed to ask.From creepy location-checking habits to camo fashion debates, bathhouse stereotypes, and whether Black people really don’t f**k with Ouija boards—nothing's off limits. They get personal, cultural, and occasionally controversial (with love).We’re talking washcloth culture wars, base tans gone wrong, ghosts vs. God, and the almighty Swiftie takeover. Oh, and yes—aliens do come up.Whether you're curious, confused, or already canceling us in the comments—this episode is your permission slip to get uncomfortable, get curious, and maybe get a little educated.💥 In this episode:- Location tracking or low-key stalking?- Creepy bathhouse moments and the secret washcloth drawer- Camo, Carhartt, and white people sh*t explained- The swimming stereotype and its painful origins- The cult of Taylor Swift: Is she really all that?- Ghosts, demons & why Black folks won’t play with spirits- The unspoken pressure of representing your race in every room- Cultural myths, spiritual boundaries, and spicy conspiracy theories- Candace Owens: black excellence or black erasure?⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Intro: Who’s creeping with location sharing?2:30 – Bathhouses, vibes, and the towel guy who knew4:00 – Camo culture & why white folks love it so much6:30 – The swimming stereotype: myth or lived reality?10:15 – Why Black people don’t mess with ghosts or Ouija boards13:00 – Taylor Swift: Queen of mid or misunderstood icon?16:50 – Cultural expectations & performing for your people22:00 – Religion, roots & why Jesus beats voodoo in the U.S.27:15 – Spray tans, base burns, and color-coded insecurities32:00 – Aliens, AI & whether Earth is just a reality show37:00 – Candace Owens: Carlton with a mic?44:00 – Final thoughts on representation, race, and owning your voice🔗 Links & Love: 💬 Join our Discord🌶️ Products we love📸 Follow us on IG🎵 TikTok chaos📧 Send your juicy stories: [email protected]

🎧 Welcome back to The Unmasked Project!This week, Layla sits down with Naat—a fan-turned-social-media-slaya—for a brutally honest deep dive into her very first (and very dramatic) polycule.What starts with a locked door at a lifestyle party ends in heartbreak, healing, and a hot mess of jealousy, boundaries, and group chat tension. Naat spills everything: the friend-group-turned-polycule, watching her boyfriend hook up across the room, and the moment she realized… maybe poly just isn’t her vibe.But it’s not all drama—there’s flirting, forgiveness, and a whole lot of boots-the-house-down Gen Z slang. (Yes, we’re saying Boots now. Slay is over. Apparently.)Whether you’re a seasoned swinger or ENM-curious, this episode is your permission slip to feel it all—jealousy, joy, and the chaos in between.💥 In this episode:From fan to team member: how Naat joined The Unmasked inner circleLocked out at a lifestyle party and finding polyam fam vibesFirst-time polycule: roommate romance and the friend group falloutWatching your ex hook up in the same room—and staying chill(ish)The unsexy truth about poly breakups and staying in the same friend circleCuck queen confessions, background checks, and bad Twitter menWhy communication is everything—and honest communication is moreBoundary fails, party faux pas, and that time Naat turned the lights on mid-gangbangTaking people as they are—not their potential (ouch)Layla’s take on poly growth, heartbreak, and loving someone through their breakup⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Fan turned social media slay-ess: Meet Naat 0:54 – Gen Z slang audit: Slay is out, Boots is in 1:24 – That one lifestyle party with a locked door (and fate) 2:51 – Nat’s first polycule: friends, hookups, and chaos 4:30 – Breakups, boundaries, and bad communication 6:07 – Poly heartbreak: "Maybe this isn’t for me" 7:17 – Dating the roommate and hooking up in the friend group 9:05 – Trying to stay friends after a messy breakup 10:57 – The “I walked in on them” moment—ouch 13:04 – Layla on poly, soulmates, and the “Devil Woman” effect 16:32 – Jealousy vs. anger and how to talk through it 20:05 – Being cute-jealous vs. being a problem 23:34 – Cuck queen problems and red tape reclaiming 26:05 – Boundaries, broken agreements, and too-long hookups 30:36 – Light switch mishap during a birthday gangbang 31:50 – Advice for poly newbies: Figure out your why 33:20 – When your partner sets time limits on your other dates 35:00 – Condoms, double standards, and imaginary flowers 38:30 – Favorite part of the lifestyle? Flirting. Duh. 40:00 – Finding your crew and building the community you want 43:00 – Final thoughts on jealousy, love, and lessons learned🔗 Links & Love: 💬 Join our Discord: https://discord.com/invite/TPBUgSxzwb🌶️ Products we love: https://www.unmaskedpod.co/products-we-love📸 Follow us on IG: @theunmasked_project🎵 TikTok chaos: @themaskedswingers🎧 Listen on Spotify: The Unmasked Project📧 Send your juicy stories: [email protected]

🎧 Welcome back to The Unmasked Project!This week’s episode kicks off with heartbreak, hurt feelings... and a wildly inappropriate text message to an ex’s best friend. Oops.Layla gets raw about her breakup with James—who, btw, wrote a breakup song about her—and the impulsive decision that followed: sliding into his best friend’s DMs. The result? Some rejection, some reflection, and a whole lot of hilarious chaos.But that’s just the warm-up. From public play party orgasms with electric wands to navigating OF fallout and the uphill battle of scrubbing nudes from the internet, this episode is a full-on emotional striptease.We’re talking ovulation-fueled decisions, ethical dilemmas, boundary wins, and whether trying to hook up with your ex’s bestie is ever actually worth it. (Spoiler: usually no. But maybe sometimes?)Oh, and we may or may not have helped facilitate a sex scene live at a party. It’s fine. Everything’s fine.💥 In this episode:- When your ex writes a song called “Devil Woman” and you kinda love it- Shooting your shot with his best friend (and the very respectful curve)- Regret, ovulation, and horny mistakes we learn from—maybe- The real cost (and process) of deleting your adult content from the web- Electric play, party orgasms, and the vibe of curated chaos- Why the podcast is taking a short break—and what’s coming next🎧 Whether you’re team “text the bestie” or team “what the hell is wrong with you,” this episode is pure unfiltered fire. Hit play and dive in.🔥 Bonus episodes & behind-the-scenes tea in Discord🌶️ Products we love⏰ Timestamps: 0:00 – Breakup confessions & devilish songs from exes 3:30 – “I walked in on you with him” (James, if you're listening... hey) 6:50 – The text to the best friend and the respectful rejection heard 'round the world 10:30 – Ovulating and out of pocket: why she did it anyway 14:40 – Ethics, egos, and dating within the friend group 18:20 – OnlyFans regrets: what happens after you quit 21:00 – Scrubbing adult content from the internet: time, cost & trauma 25:30 – NSFW content gone viral (not in a good way) 30:00 – Party talk: peptides, play spaces, and power tools 33:00 – Electric wand + vibrator = public orgasm, no notes 36:00 – From awkward to electric: how safe play feels 40:00 – Party vibes, curated vs. casual, and the burnout is real 45:00 – Behind-the-scenes: podcasting, purpose, and a retreat reset 50:00 – What's next for the pod (and why we’re taking a breather) 53:00 – Burning Man plans & unmasked future teasers 56:00 – Wrap-up: Try something—try someone—new🔗 Follow us on IG🔗 Follow us on TikTok📧 Questions or stories? [email protected]

Welcome back to The Unmasked Project!This week, we’re lifting the veil on one of the most tantalizing rites of passage in the lifestyle: your first curated play party. And we didn’t just talk about it—we brought in a couple who lived it.Meet Ray & Andy: longtime listeners who won tickets to The Play and walked in wide-eyed… only to become the stars of the night. From mirror spanking scenes that stopped the room to blindfolded sensory experiences, energetic makeouts, and even some accidental hypnosis—it’s the kind of wild ride you only get when it’s your first time.It’s raw, it’s curious, and it’s a little chaotic—in the best way. We talk about what makes a curated event hit different, how expectations line up with reality, and why chocolate representation still matters in these spaces.If you’ve ever wondered what really happens at these parties—or if you're planning your first—consider this your unofficial survival guide.💥 In this episode:How a podcast and a Google search sparked a play party origin storyTheir spicy meet-cute at a pool party (and a crowd-stopping spanking scene)Inside The Play: vibes, attractions, and activities galoreThe “Helen Keller” room, sensory games, and the orgy of handsParty politics, wristband signals & navigating first-time nervesWhat they’d do differently—and why they’re already planning to go back🎧 Whether you’re lifestyle-curious or seasoned and jaded, this one brings you back to that electric first-time energy. Grab a drink, press play, and maybe even take notes.🔥⁠ Bonus footage in Discord⁠🌶️ ⁠⁠Products we love⁠⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Welcome to The Unmasked Project0:40 – Meet Ray & Andy: Listeners Turned First-Timers2:00 – Their Sketchy First Parties & Why They Searched for More4:30 – Chocolate Representation & Feeling Seen6:00 – How They Met: Pool Party + Spanking Scene = Magic9:00 – Room-Stopper: When the Whole Party Watched12:00 – First Impressions at The Play15:20 – Massage Tables, Snakes & Sensory Rooms18:30 – Blindfolds, Hands & Accidental Orgies22:00 – Hypnotized to Climax?! (Yes, Really)26:00 – Parallel Play, Shy Guys & Consent Talks30:10 – Real Talk: Is There Enough Chocolate at These Events?34:00 – Playroom Dynamics & What Surprised Them39:00 – Party Themes: Hits, Misses & Dressing to Impress44:00 – Role Play Dreams & Why Cocktail Attire Is King48:30 – Advice for First-Timers: Boundaries, Connection & Saying Hi52:00 – Would They Go Back? (Spoiler: Hell Yes)54:00 – Wrap-Up: Try Something—Or Someone—New🔗 ⁠Follow us on IG⁠🔗 ⁠Follow us on TikTok⁠📧 Questions or stories? ⁠[email protected]

🎧 Welcome back to The Unmasked Project!Second date, and we're bringing back a banger! We brought a masked OBGYN into the playroom. Dr. Arianna joins us to answer all your burning questions about BV, UTIs, birth control, vaginal hygiene, and the mysterious condition known as PMDD. From what your discharge actually means to whether boric acid is your best friend or a quick fix fail, we’re getting clinical without killing the vibe.This isn’t your high school health class. We’re talking real talk about vagina smells at parties, post-play infections, and why some women feel like they’re losing their damn minds once a month. Plus: Do pregnancy salads work? Is it okay to birth on all fours? What’s the deal with Lotus births? Reddit brought the chaos—and Dr. Arianna brought the facts.If you’ve ever whispered “Is this normal?”—this is your episode.💥 In this episode:BV, yeast, and why your vagina isn’t dirtyThe great soap debate: What’s safe to use down there?What causes post-party infections (and how to prevent them)The truth about birth control and hormone mythsPMDD, mood swings, and the partner pain no one talks aboutWTF is a Lotus birth, and should you actually do it?⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Welcome + Meet Dr. Ariana, Masked OBGYN 1:05 – What is an OBGYN (and yes, she does C-sections too) 2:52 – What exactly is BV, and why does it smell like that? 6:04 – How sex, toys, and yoga pants trigger infections 8:29 – Can soap cause BV? (Short answer: yes) 10:31 – Boric acid, BV myths, and treating the wrong thing 12:11 – Do you need antibiotics or just vibes? 13:28 – Yeast vs. UTI vs. WTF: What are you actually feeling? 15:47 – What partygoers should know about hygiene & handwashing 17:48 – Condoms, toy cleaning & washing your damn hands 20:12 – Let’s talk about birth control (and the anti-hormone panic) 24:00 – Is it bad to skip your period? Not always. 26:32 – PMDD: The mood monster in your luteal phase 29:02 – Fighting with your partner? It might be your hormones 30:50 – How birth control + SSRIs treat PMDD 34:09 – Reddit rapid-fire: pregnancy salads, all-fours births, and Lotus weirdness 39:39 – Birth plan vs. emergency plan: when doctors have to pivot 42:00 – Final thoughts + massive respect for Dr. Ariana🔗 Stay connected:🌶️ Products we love🔥 Bonus content in Discord📷 Follow us on IG🎵 Follow us on TikTok📧 Questions or [email protected]

Welcome back to The Unmasked Project!In this tell-all episode, we rip the mask off one of the lifestyle’s most whispered-about topics: the No-Fly List. Who gets put on it, why they’re there, and how it feels when you find out you made the cut. From unspoken boundaries to repeated STI scares, we’re digging deep into what keeps people “off limits” in open relationships and Lifestyle circles.It’s raw, it’s real, and sometimes… it’s personal. We swap stories of awkward “not with you” moments, playing politics in play parties, and the awkward truth about why some people just can’t get past your partner’s rules. Plus, the surprising ways being single changes how couples treat you—and why some flirtations never make it past the DMs.If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I being respectful… or am I about to get grounded from the hot list?”—this one’s for you.💥 In this episode:- What a “No-Fly List” really means in the lifestyle- The fine line between safety, jealousy & politics- How STI patterns can land you on the list (and keep you there)- Why being single changes the party dynamic- The real reason some couples won’t play with you- Respect, boundaries & calling out repeat offenders🎧 If you’re navigating ethical non-monogamy, Lifestyle etiquette, or just want to avoid the “banned” list, grab your drink and buckle up—this one flies close to the sun.🔥 Bonus footage in Discord🌶️ Products we love⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Welcome to The Unmasked Project0:40 – “No-Fly List” 101: What It Means & Why It Exists2:15 – Have You Ever Been On One? Confessions From the Crew4:10 – The Role of Trust, Safety & Past Drama6:00 – Pikme Behavior & Disrespecting Couples’ Dynamics8:15 – Playing Together vs. Playing Solo10:00 – STI Patterns & Drawing the Line12:45 – When Being Single Changes the Game15:10 – Why Some People Feel “Silently” Rejected18:20 – Navigating Insecurities & Hotness Ratios21:05 – The Siren Effect: Attractive Energy as a Double-Edged Sword24:00 – Respecting Boundaries Without Killing the Vibe27:40 – Do You Confront Repeat Offenders or Just Add to the List?31:15 – Being Misunderstood in the Lifestyle34:20 – Flirtation, Friend-Zoning & Why Men Don’t Approach38:10 – Power Dynamics & Party Hosting41:00 – The Slap Heard ’Round the Playroom44:20 – Lessons Learned: Communication, Respect & Reputation47:30 – Final Thoughts: Flying High Without Crossing the Line🔗 Follow us on IG🔗 Follow us on TikTok📧 Questions or stories? [email protected]

Welcome back to The Unmasked Project!This week, we left a play party… to crash a gym crew happy hour. Yep, it was that kind of night.In this cheeky yet vulnerable episode, Layla and Brian unpack everything from flirty gym crushes to emotionally confusing “friendships” that only show up when someone’s single. We’re talking about hot bodies, hotter boundaries, and the real communication gaps hiding in open relationships.From sweaty workouts to sweaty situationships, we explore what happens when fitness motivation meets lifestyle temptation. Is it ever safe to hook up within your gym crew? Why do some “friends” vanish into monogamy and pop back up like clockwork? And most importantly—are you washing yourself correctly?Whether you’re navigating modern love, trying to avoid cheating tales, or just here for the real talk, this one’s packed with humor, heart, and a little sweat.💥 In this episode:Leaving a play party for a gym crushFlirty friends, emotional boundaries & communication skillsWhen “he’s just a friend” hits different in an open marriageWhy your gym might be the new lifestyle hotspotConfessions about hygiene, hand towels, and honestyThe power of couples therapy (and group chats)🎧 Whether you're on a fitness journey, a wellness journey, or just trying to find your people, this episode serves gym motivation and romantic insights.We’re sweaty, unfiltered, and still your favorite unmasked crew.🔥 Bonus footage in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/TPBUgSxzwb🌶️ Products we love: ⁠https://www.unmaskedpod.co/products-we-love⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Welcome to The Unmasked Project0:13 – Guys who are “100% straight”... but watching what?0:31 – Inside LA’s hottest gym party1:52 – We left a play party for this?3:06 – Gym happy hours: messy, sexy, or both?5:00 – Why we don’t date at our gym7:16 – DIY cut-offs & Michaels cart therapy11:27 – When friends only text you single14:15 – Flirting or emotional cheating?17:00 – How to keep the peace with your partner20:35 – Fitness motivation or forbidden vibes?24:20 – The great washcloth debate28:00 – Soap, sex, and sweat: body talk gets real30:00 – Reddit reactions: swingers, poly, and play rules34:10 – Do couples who swing together really stay together?37:00 – Emotional growth vs. hot mess express40:00 – Dating profiles decoded: what those bios really mean🔗 Follow us everywhere:🔥 Instagram🔥 TikTok💌 Questions or stories? [email protected]