Getting to the real burning questions!

🎧 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]

Welcome back to The Unmasked Project! In this no-holds-barred episode, Layla reads a ChatGPT-generated breakup text that stirs up serious questions about communication, ghosting, and emotional responsibility in polyamory. The relationship started fast—but ended faster, with guilt trips, AI scripts, and passive-aggressive silence.We dive into the messy emotional terrain of non-monogamy, sex parties, and swinger dynamics in a community that's evolving—sometimes for the worse. Are the parties getting younger and riskier? Are people using poly to avoid deeper issues? And what happens when emotional intelligence goes out the window?If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I really poly, or do I just like falling in love?”—this one’s for you. Whether you're deep in the poly lifestyle or just curious about the swinger scene, this conversation hits hard with raw truth and real laughs.💥 In this episode:The AI breakup text that ended it allEmotional boundaries in open relationshipsGhosting, guilt, and poly dating etiquetteSTI awareness & why vetting matters more than everAre you actually poly—or just addicted to NRE?When the lifestyle starts to feel... unsafe🎧 If you’re exploring ethical non-monogamy, sex positivity, or navigating a poly breakup, this one pulls no punches.We’re bold, we’re raw, and we’re still your favorite unmasked truth-tellers.🔥 Bonus footage in Discord🌶️ Products we love⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Welcome to The Unmasked Project 0:12 – Layla Reads the ChatGPT Breakup Text 1:15 – Ghosted: “My Silence Was My Communication” 3:30 – Guilt, Boundaries & Emotional Labor 5:40 – Is He Just Not Poly? 8:00 – Sex Party Etiquette: How Soon Is Too Soon? 11:30 – Why Some People Aren’t Cut Out for This Life 14:00 – STI Spikes & the Responsibility of Vetting 17:20 – Are You Poly or Just Addicted to NRE? 21:00 – Relationship Coaching: Intentions vs. Impulses 24:40 – Lifestyle Fatigue: Are the Vibes Off? 29:10 – When the Scene Feels Less Safe (and Less Sexy) 33:20 – Emotional Intelligence, Party Culture & Calling It Out 36:00 – The Crew Gets Real About Checking Your Friends 40:00 – Getting Off: Rants About Michaels Carts & Costco Carts 43:00 – Final Thoughts on Communication, Sex, and Self-Respect🔗 Follow Jackie: 🔹 Instagram– Come for the sex talk, stay for the cat content.🎧 Subscribe for more bold conversations about intimacy, identity, and unfiltered connection.🔥 Follow us on IG🔥 Follow us on TikTok🔥 Questions or stories? [email protected]

Why do so many women feel pressured to change their bodies? In this raw, revealing episode, Jacki Schechner joins Layla & Brian to talk about boob jobs, Botox, body standards, and the surprising things men actually notice (and don’t).From straight pubes to shrinking boobs, they unpack how the algorithm fuels insecurity, how cosmetic surgery plays out in the lifestyle space, and how aging, sex drive, and confidence evolve with time.This is Part 1 of a 2-part conversation. Subscribe so you don’t miss next week’s episode.⏰ Timestamps0:00 Welcome Back: Jacki Schechner on Beauty, Sex & Pressure 1:30 Botox, Fillers & Cosmetic Work in the ENM Scene 6:15 Do Men Really Care About Cellulite, Scars & Small Boobs? 9:45 Do People Think Breast Implant Scars Look Bad13:00 Penis Size, Disappointment & Bedroom Etiquette 17:00 How the Lifestyle Space Boosts Body Confidence 20:30 Lingerie, First Parties & Feeling Sexy Again 24:00 Peptides, Weight Loss & Testosterone After 30 30:00 Can You Tell If Your Sex Drive Is Declining? 33:00 Jacki’s Breakup, Alcohol Journey & Learning Control38:00 The Algorithm Is Lying to You About Beauty Standards43:00 Part 2 Is Coming Soon. We're Not Done With Jacki—🎧 Subscribe for more stories like this!🔥 Listen to all of our episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uOOhjA...🔥 Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/theunmasked_project 🔥 Follow us on TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@themaskedswingers 🔥 Email us with your questions at [email protected]

Sabrina Baldini—TEDx speaker, sex educator, and host of After Sex Ed—joins us to explore what she calls “The Third Sexual Revolution.” From porn literacy and ED to dating app burnout and non-monogamy, we dive deep into how young men are navigating sex, relationships, and connection in a post-digital world.We talk about what’s broken in sex ed, how porn is shaping sexual expectations, and why so many people are craving something real—both in and out of the bedroom.Whether you're a curious dater, a parent, or just someone questioning what sex means today—this episode will challenge, educate, and probably make you laugh.⏰ Timestamps: 0:00 – Intro: Who is Sabrina Baldini?2:00 – Why adult sex ed is more needed than ever6:30 – Teaching consent in kindergarten: A Canadian model10:00 – Sex ed trauma in the US: Robot babies & scare tactics13:45 – Porn literacy and how young men learn about sex18:00 – Why erections ≠ love (and why many men think they do)23:00 – Premature ejaculation & what it really means26:30 – The problem with 25-minute sex scenes31:00 – The Third Sexual Revolution: What it is & why now34:00 – Dating app fatigue and the rise of in-person connection38:30 – Can men and women really be friends?45:00 – Why non-monogamy might be part of the future51:00 – Is monogamy a spectrum?55:00 – What the cheating numbers really say about monogamy🔗 Want to Connect with SabrinaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@LearnwithSabrinaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/afters3xed/Sabrina's Website: www.aftersexed.com🎧 Subscribe for more stories like this! 🔥 Listen to all of our episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4uOOhjA...🔥 Follow us on IG: / theunmasked_project 🔥 Follow us on TT: / themaskedswingers 🔥 Email us with your questions at [email protected]

Welcome back to The Unmasked Project, fka The Masked Swingers! In this live relationship coaching session, Layla opens up about the emotional intensity of dating while married in an ethical non-monogamy setup. Her partner, brand new to both polyamory and serious relationships, brings passion—but also insecurity and emotional dependency. With the help of renowned relationship coach Mary Jo Lorei, we dive deep into what happens when love overload meets emotional labor and blurred boundaries.If you've ever struggled to balance autonomy and connection in an open relationship, or wondered how to say no without guilt, this is the episode for you. Whether you're navigating non-monogamous dating, redefining love, or stuck in emotional overwhelm, this conversation is packed with clarity and courage.💥 In this episode:Breakup advice that honors love and self-respectA real-time live coaching session on polyamory coaching and boundary settingTools for overcoming relationship guilt, emotional burnout, and over-functioningInsights on conscious relationships and redefining the role of “boyfriend”🎧 If you're seeking polyamory advice, exploring relationship communication, or craving emotional clarity in love, don’t miss this one.We’ve dropped the masks, but kept the raw, unfiltered vibe. The Unmasked Project is the evolution of our show—still hosted by Brian and Layla, still diving deep into intimacy, identity, and human connection. Only now, we’re going even deeper. Same bold energy. New name. Fully unmasked.🔥 Bonus footage in Discord: https://discord.com/invite/TPBUgSxzwb🌶️ Products we love: https://www.themaskedswingers.com/products-we-love⏰ Timestamps:0:00 – Welcome to The Unmasked Project: Live Polyamory Coaching0:58 – Introducing Mary Jo Lorei: Relationship Coach & Self Mastery Mentor1:40 – Layla’s Polyamorous Relationship Setup: Married + Dating3:15 – Dating a Poly Newbie: The Risks of Being Their First4:50 – When Poly Love Moves Too Fast: Emotional Burnout Begins6:30 – The Breakup: Navigating Guilt and Emotional Overwhelm9:15 – Coaching Breakdown: What Do You Really Want from a Relationship?11:50 – Redefining the “Boyfriend” Role in Non-Monogamous Dating14:20 – Boundaries in Polyamory: When You Love Them, But It’s Not Enough18:40 – Coaching on Emotional Labor and Intimacy Fatigue22:30 – From Guilt to Clarity: Taking Back Your Energy27:00 – How to Stop Doing Their Work for Them in Relationships31:45 – Scarcity vs. Abundance Mindset in Poly Dating35:00 – Redesigning the Relationship You Want—Not Just Finding a Person41:20 – What It Means to Be in Charge vs. In Partnership47:10 – How to Hold Space and Set Limits in Ethical Non-Monogamy52:00 – Monogamy vs. Polyamory: What Works for You?56:45 – Final Reflections: Intimacy, Autonomy, and Redefining Love🔗 Want more Mary Jo?🔹  Work with Mary Jo Lorei – Self Mastery Mentoring: Visit SelfMasteryMentoring.com– Coaching for conscious relationships, emotional clarity, and personal transformation.🔹 Follow Mary Jo Lorei on Instagram: @maryjolorei – Insightful posts, coaching gems, and a peek into her soulful world.🔹 Buy Mary Joe’s Book – Practical Inspirations: Where Bumper Sticker Wisdom Meets Real Life: Available on Amazon – A powerful collection of life lessons to live by, straight from the heart.🔹 Watch Layla’s Story Part 1 – She’s Married. She’s Poly. And He’s Brand New to All of It. She’s Married. She’s Poly. And He’s Brand New to All of It. – Start at the beginning for full emotional context.🎧 Subscribe for more stories like this! 🔥 Follow us on IG🔥 Follow us on TT🔥 Email us with your questions at [email protected]