Let's Be Candid

About Let's Be Candid

Hosted by Layla Shay This is a solo podcast about taking the mask off and telling the truth, even when it’s uncomfortable. No small talk. No perfection. No pretending. We talk authenticity, identity, mental health, relationships, sex, creativity, and the messy in-between moments where life cracks you open and asks you to be real. Sometimes it’s just me. Sometimes friends join in. Always honest. If you’re tired of performing and ready for real conversations you’re in the right place. 🎙️ New episodes weekly 🖤 Take it off. You’re safe here.

Publisher

The Unmasked Project

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

15 May 2023

Latest episode

14 Apr 2026

Latest episodes

95 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Apr 2026

   5: UNMASKING Fear

   This week we unmasked fear. Lets dive in! Stefani Megan Broke Girl Therapy: https://www.instagram.com/brokegirltherapy/ Cody Intention is Magic: https://www.instagram.com/intentionismagic/

2. 

   10 Mar 2026

   4: UNMASKING Imposter Syndrome

   Why We Feel Like Frauds (Even When We’re Not) In this episode of The Unmasked Project, Layla sits down with Vanessa and their friend Oyku to unpack something so many of us secretly struggle with: imposter syndrome. Why do capable, talented people still feel like they’re faking it? Where does that voice of self-doubt come from, and why does it show up right when we’re stepping into something bigger? Together, they explore: • What imposter syndrome actually is • Where these feelings often stem from • How childhood, expectations, and comparison culture play a role • Why high achievers and creatives experience it so often • Practical ways to challenge the inner critic and move forward anyway Through honest stories, laughter, and real talk, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the fear of being “found out” and reminds us that growth often happens exactly where we feel the most uncomfortable. Oyku Saran is the Co-Founder and Chief Community Officer of Beyond- a vetted app and community for modern relationships. A Turkish immigrant, proud New Yorker, now based in Miami, Oyku channels her own journey of self-discovery as a bisexual woman into building spaces where people can explore love, desire, and connection on their own terms. Beyond connects vetted, open-minded singles and couples through curated IRL experiences and intentional relationship design so they can explore modern relationships on their own terms- from Modern Social mixers to annual retreats at the intersection of wellness, party, and play. Use our affiliate link to join the community: <https://beyond.app.link/join/theunmaskedproject> If you’ve ever questioned whether you belong in the room, this episode is for you. Oyku Instagram- @cheerswithoyku, @datebeyone Vanessa Instagram- @friskyflirtofficial, @vanessaduffy The Unmasked Project- theunmasked_project

3. 

   10 Feb 2026

   Brian coaches Layla now.... "Idk if I can be your friend".

   In this episode of The Unmasked Project, Coach Brian sits down with Layla for an honest, no-filter conversation about patterns, growth, and the uncomfortable truths that come with real self-development. They catch up on life, unpack Layla’s history of questionable decisions (we’ve all been there), and dig into a recurring theme: self-sabotage. Why does Layla keep getting in her own way and what is she actually afraid of stepping into? The conversation turns toward a powerful new chapter: Layla’s upcoming participation in Atlas, a leadership program that demands radical honesty, emotional exposure, and the willingness to be deeply uncomfortable in order to grow. This isn’t surface-level mindset work, it’s the kind of inner excavation that changes how you show up in every area of life. They also talk about where Brian’s journey has taken him and what he’s building now, including his podcast Growth Snacks, where he dives deep with gurus, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders on business, growth, and personal evolution. If you’ve ever wondered: Why you repeat the same patterns How self-sabotage actually shows up in real life What true vulnerability really requires Or what it looks like to choose growth even when it’s uncomfortable This episode is for you. 🎙 Guest: Coach Brian 🎧 Listen to Brian’s podcast: Growth Snacks Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/07WMkOgk7YftShOwADIoab?si=b9c8b75f558f423f (https://open.spotify.com/show/07WMkOgk7YftShOwADIoab?si=b9c8b75f558f423f) https://www.youtube.com/@GrowthSnacks (https://www.youtube.com/@GrowthSnacks) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/growthsnacks?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== (https://www.instagram.com/growthsnacks?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@growthsnacks.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc (https://www.tiktok.com/@growthsnacks.pod?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc) 🎭 Host: Layla Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share and let us know in the comments what part of this conversation hit home for you.

Who has been a guest on Let's Be Candid

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Mary Jo Lorei
• Vudu Dahl
• Stephanie Megan

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

91,665

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

15 ratings

Spotify

4.6 / 5

45 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 85 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

90

Social presence

97

YouTube

76

Engagement

77

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