Shady and Safe

Daddy Black XXL sits down to discuss his journey from content creation to his personal life and career path.
In this episode, we explore the reality behind his online persona, including his transition into the industry, the origin of his stage name, and his international following. He opens up about his experiences with past collaborations and the specific reasons why he decided to stop escorting to focus on his current goals.
We also cover his dating outlook and why he maintains strict boundaries regarding his personal relationships. Whether you are a long-time follower or new to his story, this conversation offers a candid look at the man behind the content.
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Bad Boys Cancun’s GMF Tutu joins Q and Brandi on Shady & Safe to talk Dully beef, supporting Mustang, fighting Dukane, and preparing for the reunion.

Tutu explains the chain disagreement behind his fallout with Dully and why he reached out to Mustang. Plus, Q, Brandi, and Tutu debate whether you should take fighting lessons before entering the Bad Boys house.

We also get into:

• His Zeus Network audition and his dad’s support

• Modeling, nail designs, and assumptions about his sexuality

• His response to Mustang’s Percocet allegation

• Clearing the air with TT from Baddies

• His top five Bad Boys and Baddies

• Which Baddies he would date

• Aries energy and what viewers didn’t see when he became man of the house

There’s plenty of back-and-forth as Tutu shares how he wants to be remembered beyond the fights.

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She Lavon joins Q for an honest conversation about coming out as a trans woman, her transition journey, mental health, and finding acceptance.

On this episode of Shady & Safe, we explore the person behind the journey—and how coming out can change friendships, family relationships, and the way people treat you. Q also reflects on his own response when his close friend came out as trans.

From anxiety and navigating change to becoming comfortable in your identity, this conversation makes room for vulnerability, reflection, and growth.

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Bad Boys Cancun star Mustang opens up about the Dukane fight, Dully drama, losing three teeth, and life beyond Zeus Network in this candid Shady & Safe interview.

Joining Quinton and Brandi, Mustang shares his account of the conversations before the Dukane fight and why he believed they would wrestle rather than exchange punches. He also discusses Mos City Jaybee, responds to Dully’s flirting claims, explains the cologne purchase, and confirms who paid for his dental treatment.

Beyond the reality TV drama, we explore Mustang’s upbringing as a preacher’s kid, his adult entertainment past and regrets, bisexuality, dating women, and a possible father-son relationship. We also discuss Black LGBTQ representation, reunion plans, his books, acting goals, and his upcoming podcast, Make It Make Sense with Mustang.

It’s a conversation about friendship, accountability, faith, and being seen as more than your past.

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Guest accounts and opinions reflect the speakers’ perspectives.

Gemini vs Sagittarius, cheating, dating exes, open relationships, and unconditional love take center stage as Q and She Lavon welcome fashion designer Chyloh to Q & She: Gemini Talk.

We debate going through a partner’s phone, staying friends with exes, sleeping in separate bedrooms, love languages, and whether loving someone unconditionally means staying after betrayal. Chyloh also shares his creative background and joins “Sew It or Cut It” for opinions on fake designer clothes, bonnets, matching outfits, and fashion rules.

Along the way, we get into R&B, zodiac compatibility, birth charts, childhood bullying, and body confidence.

A TikTok LIVE replay presented on Shady & Safe.

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Catch Q & She: Gemini Talk on TikTok LIVE, Mondays at 10 PM Eastern / 7 PM Pacific.

Can poetry help us heal from trauma?

Q sits down with author and spoken-word poet Brandon for an honest conversation about mental health, sexuality, sexual assault, domestic violence, grief, therapy, and turning painful experiences into art.

Brandon shares how poetry became an emotional outlet, what he learned from being “the strong friend,” and how therapy helped him understand borderline personality disorder and establish healthier boundaries. He also discusses grieving a close friend, taking accountability for people he has hurt, and telling his story through his poetry collection, B Notes.

The conversation gets lighter as Q and Brandon debate Capricorn behavior, Brooklyn culture, traveling, Young Miami, and what it means to be “sophisticated ratchet.”

Follow Brandon at @BNotesPoetry and find B Notes on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited.

Content warning: This episode discusses sexual assault, domestic violence, grief, and trauma.

14 relationships and situationships?! Yeah… we’ve got some stories. 😂

This week on Shady & Safe, we’re getting into relationships, situationships, toxic exes, embarrassing dating stories, and some of the wildest things we’ve ever done for love.

We also get into gay culture and masculinity, crazy rumors people have spread about us, whether $30 is enough for lunch, relationship dealbreakers, posting your partner on social media, marriage vs. freedom, and the oddly specific things we find attractive.

It gets messy, it gets personal, and somehow we still made it out alive. 😂

Would you count a situationship as a relationship? And how many relationships is TOO many?

Stay Shady. Stay Safe. 🖤

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“They want me, but they don’t really want me—they want me just for one night.”

Venezuelan creator AJ Mambie joins Q for an honest, hilarious, and very grown conversation about dating with a public image, open relationships, jealousy, body confidence, masculinity, and judgment within the gay community.

AJ also shares his emotional coming-out story, his father’s initial reaction, how his family eventually found its way back to love, and the cultural differences he has experienced between Venezuela and the United States. We get into Latino masculinity, closeted men, racial preferences, Trio Desigual, his Behind the Creator project, and what social media gets completely wrong about him.

Plus: AJ reveals he’s been married three times, answers Q’s rapid-fire questions, and explains why Shakira beats absolutely everybody.

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This episode contains mature conversations and explicit language.

How many chances should someone get after cheating?

In this episode of Shady & Safe, we get into cheating, staying after betrayal, catching lies through an Apple Watch and being cheated on with 12 different people. We also talk about emotional manipulation, dating standards, speed dating, bottom shaming and whether a hierarchy exists among gay men.

Plus, we discuss the judgment surrounding a tragic viral Lake County crash and whether consuming constant negativity online is unhealthy.

Would you stay after someone cheated? And what are your biggest dating dealbreakers?

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Q and Brandi are back with another unfiltered episode of the Shady & Safe Podcast.

This week, we discuss Trina reportedly requiring promoters to book her husband, Keyshia Cole dating younger men, the “Quiet on the Creek” trend, and Jess Hilarious’ controversial VladTV interview. We also get into ATL Tayh’s prison content, Porsha Williams and Shamea Morton’s friendship fallout, Cardi B defending Stefon Diggs, and the controversy surrounding Streamer University.

The celebrity conversations quickly become personal as we debate loyalty in relationships, whether former friends should remain connected to your children, the pressure to create drama online, and how far parents and coaches should go when disciplining children.

Are our opinions shady, safe, or completely wrong? Listen and decide for yourself.

Robby from the Linkin Wit Robby Podcast joins me for one of my most honest conversations yet. We talk about life after OnlyFans, modern dating, cheating, open relationships, marriage, creator life, mental health, and the mistakes that taught us our biggest lessons.

As two Black gay men, we get real about how our experiences have shaped the way we approach love, sex, relationships, and life online. Nothing is off-limits—from dating younger and being friends with an ex to tops and bottoms, relationship rosters, turnoffs, and whether we actually want children.

Honest, funny, and a little messy—just how we like it. Tap play and let us know which part you related to most.

In this episode of Shady & Safe, we sit down with Reign McFadden, the transgender woman behind the viral Orlando taser videos, for an honest conversation about the incidents that put her in the spotlight.

Reign discusses the viral confrontations, the incident at Orlando's LGBTQ+ Resource Center, the legal case she says she's facing, life as a transgender woman, mental health, dating, relationships, accountability, and the experiences that shaped her perspective.

Whether you agree with her or not, this conversation goes beyond the headlines and gives listeners the opportunity to hear her story in her own words.

n this episode of Shady & Safe, I sit down with my cousin Brandi for one of our most honest conversations yet. We dive into childhood memories, family dynamics, dating, trust, narcissism, motherhood, boundaries, mental health, faith, and the lessons life has forced us to learn.This isn't a polished conversation, it's a real one. We laugh, disagree, tell embarrassing stories, and get vulnerable about the experiences that shaped us. If you've ever struggled with family relationships, toxic partners, depression, anxiety, or simply figuring out how to protect your peace, this episode is for you.*Topics we cover:*

• Childhood memories & growing up together
• Trust, going through phones & cheating
• Narcissistic behavior and red flags
• Setting healthy boundaries
• Motherhood and raising three children
• Mental health, anxiety & depression
• Faith, healing & forgiveness
• Family conflict and difficult relationships
• Funny stories and rapid-fire questions
• Dating standards and relationship advice

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This might be one of the wildest conversations I’ve had so far. I brought a guest on and somehow we ended up debating dating, patriarchy, and how men and women move today.I’m not gonna lie… some of these takes had me questioning everything.Be honest, are these dating takes actually insane or is there some truth to it? I need y’all in the comments on this one.Subscribe for more real conversations, messy topics, and unfiltered opinions every week.Follow my special guest on Instagram @officialyungmiracle

We sat down with Rob Vickers (Moneybagg Robb) to talk about what’s really going on in Orlando’s club scene, and why it feels like everything fell off. From losing major spots to people not wanting to work together, we break down the real issues nobody wants to say out loud.We also get into the business side of things. Rob talks about leaving traditional jobs, running multiple businesses, and what it actually takes to make money for yourself. Not everybody is built for it, and we had to be honest about that.And of course, it wouldn’t be Shady and Safe without getting a little messy. We talk about broke behavior in the club, flirting for drinks, terrible dates, and the type of people who act rich but really aren’t.This episode is funny, unfiltered, and way too relatable if you’ve ever been outside, dated in this generation, or worked in nightlife.Follow us everywhere:Instagram: @shadyandsafe TikTok: @shadyandsafe Facebook: @shadyandsafepodcast Follow Rob:Facebook: Rob VickersInstagram: @moneybaggrobbTikTok: @moneybaggrobb_3

Welcome back to Shady and Safe where we keep it a little shady but always safe. This episode is all about real life, taking a break, and what happens when you actually step away and live in the moment.

We get into cruise stories, the reality of those all inclusive drink packages, and how a trip can turn into nothing but bar to room to bar real quick. From doing absolutely no activities to fully committing to the vibes, we break down what vacation really looks like when you are just there to enjoy yourself.

The conversation also shifts into the importance of rest, unplugging from social media, and learning how to be present instead of constantly recording everything for the internet. We talk about the balance between living your life and feeling like you always have to perform it.

Of course we had to tap into some messy takes too, from pop culture opinions to heated debates about what people do versus what they expect in return. Nothing is off limits and the opinions are real.

If you have ever needed a break, taken a trip that did not go how you expected, or just enjoy real conversations with a little chaos, this episode is for you.

Welcome back to Shady and Safe. This episode we are joined by special guest Chef Pablo for a real and unfiltered conversation you do not want to miss.

We get into his experience on Chasing Orlando, what it felt like seeing himself portrayed as the villain, and how reality TV editing can completely change the story. Pablo opens up about going through depression after the show and how he found his way back to a better mental space.

We also talk business, growth, and how being on the show actually helped expand his brand, bringing in bookings and new opportunities across the country. From building a name as a chef to stepping into media and creating his own projects, Pablo shares what it really takes to level up.

The conversation gets even deeper as we discuss relationships, including the truth behind open relationships, long term love, and what can happen when a partner holds you back from your full potential. We also tap into zodiac signs, personality differences, and how people move when it comes to love and communication.

And of course we had to have some fun. We end things with a freaky edition of Be Real where nothing is off limits and the answers get wild.

If you are into real conversations about growth, relationships, business, and a little chaos, this episode is for you.

Welcome back to Shady and Safe where we keep it a little shady but always safe. This episode gets real from the jump as we dive into celibacy, sexual energy, and what it really means to protect your peace in today’s dating world.

We break down red flags that people love to ignore like lying on dating apps, catfishing, and why authenticity matters more than ever. The conversation gets even deeper as we talk about social media stalking, how much is too much, and whether scrolling back years is smart or straight up creepy.

Of course it would not be Shady and Safe without a little mess. We get into some wild real life stories, questionable decisions, and the kind of drama that will have you questioning everybody around you. From relationship boundaries to the pettiest behaviors that give us the ick, nothing is off limits.

If you have ever dated, been lied to, trusted your intuition, or just love a good chaotic story, this episode is for you. Tap in and join the conversation.

This episode gets real as we talk about the messy realities of friendship, dating, and navigating life as Black queer men.

Topics we get into:

• Why people hate when friends fall out and make up
• The unspoken rules of Black queer culture
• Ghosting — toxic behavior or just modern dating?
• Would you defend a friend who is loud and wrong?
• Should friends split the bill or just take turns paying?
• Dating your friend’s ex — is it ever okay?
• Is it weird to have a hierarchy in your friend group?

And of course… plenty of shady stories along the way.

This week on Shady & Safe, we talk about the conversation that sparked drama after the podcast dropped. From dating people raised on survival vs love to trauma bonding, reality TV culture, and the chaos of internet beef, the conversation gets real, messy, and honest. As always, we keep it shady… but safe.