Love Unbxd

Manny Golden
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Love Unbxd is a podcast that celebrates the love stories and experiences of melanated Queer couples and throuples. The space creates an open dialogue about how melanated Queer people love without being defined by stereotypical hetero norms and limits.

Episodes

  1. Un-Filtered: Kyle Price on Visibility, Worthiness, and Telling Our Stories

    MAR 12

    Un-Filtered: Kyle Price on Visibility, Worthiness, and Telling Our Stories

    In this episode of Love Unbxd, Manny sits with Kyle Price for an honest conversation about visibility, self-worth, and what it means to grow in public while doing the work in private. Kyle reflects on turning 39, closing out his thirties, and building a life rooted in intention, creativity, and community. Together, they talk about Black queer representation in media, the impact of Love at First Night, the vision behind Make It A Moment, and the internal work required to believe you deserve the opportunities meant for you. This episode is for anyone learning how to let go of ego, honor their becoming, and trust that what’s meant for them is already in motion. What We’re Unboxing in This Episode Turning 39 and reflecting on the final chapter of your thirties Visibility, vulnerability, and being seen beyond the surface Why Black queer stories deserve real investment in media The lasting impact of Love at First Night Building community through storytelling and conversation The role of ego, rejection, and resilience in creative work Learning to believe you deserve success, love, and rest What it means to grow in public while healing in private New episodes of Love Unbxd drop weekly. Follow the show and stay connected: @loveunbxd on TikTok and Instagram Follow Kyle Price: @kp_official1 and @makeitamoment.official Instagram, TikTok and YouTube |  @kp_official_1 Twitter Follow Manny: @iammannymade on Instagram and @iam.mannymade on TikTok Produced by Shaté Hayes (@iamshate on Instagram and YouTube)

    50 min
  2. Un-Contained: Joshua Cruz on Liberation, Desirability, and Becoming at 35

    FEB 26

    Un-Contained: Joshua Cruz on Liberation, Desirability, and Becoming at 35

    In this episode of Love Unbxd, Manny sits with Joshua Cruz for a candid conversation about sexual liberation, body positivity, respectability politics, and turning 35 as a queer man. They discuss nude yoga for Black and Brown queer men, mental health, desirability standards, and what it means to be fully seen without shrinking. From Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl moment to masculinity and self-worth, this episode explores liberation, identity, and living un-contained. What We’re Unboxing in This Episode Sexual liberation and why nudity can be healing, not provocative Launching Nude Yoga for Black and Brown queer men Respectability politics in the Black queer community Desirability, visibility, and body politics Mental health and loving yourself beyond aesthetics Being Boricua and queer in today’s cultural landscape Bad Bunny at the Super Bowl and cultural representation Masculinity, shame, and reclaiming your body What it means to live un-contained New episodes of Love Unbxd drop weekly. Follow the show and stay connected: @loveunbxd on TikTok and Instagram Follow Joshua Cruz: @joshuamichaelcruzon Instagram, TikTok and YouTube Follow Manny: @iammannymade on Instagram and @iam.mannymade on TikTok Produced by Shaté Hayes (@iamshate on Instagram and YouTube)

    59 min
  3. Un-Matched: J’Lamar on Dating, Self-Worth, and Breaking Patterns

    FEB 12

    Un-Matched: J’Lamar on Dating, Self-Worth, and Breaking Patterns

    This episode feels like friends catching up about dating, astrology, and the people we had to learn from. J’Lamar and I talk patterns, compatibility, emotional lessons, and the moments where you realize a connection felt good, but still wasn’t aligned. There’s laughter, truth telling, accountability, and a lot of reflection about what it means to recognize when you’re simply unmatched. Produced by Shaté Hayes.

    57 min
  4. Un-Hidden: Hope Giselle on Love, Visibility, and Being Seen

    FEB 4

    Un-Hidden: Hope Giselle on Love, Visibility, and Being Seen

    In this episode of Love Unbxd, Manny sits with Hope Giselle for a grounded, intimate conversation about visibility, love, and choosing not to hide. Hope reflects on her relationship with her husband Xander, what it means to be fully seen in partnership, and how love shifts when you stop performing and start showing up honestly. Together, they explore identity, emotional safety, joy, and the freedom that comes with living un-hidden. This episode is for anyone learning how to be seen, without explanation, without apology, and without fear. Produced by Shaté Hayes.

    51 min
  5. Un-Shackable with Monny & Chann: Building Black Queer Love, Marriage, and Community

    12/24/2025

    Un-Shackable with Monny & Chann: Building Black Queer Love, Marriage, and Community

    Monny and Chann join Love Unbxd to talk about building a relationship rooted in safety, empathy, and intention. From falling in love quietly to becoming husbands and community builders, they share what it takes to create home, honor individuality, and grow together. This episode explores love languages, breaking family patterns, building business with purpose, and why not everything needs to be shared online. A conversation about Black queer love that is practiced, not performed. Produced by Shaté Hayes. What We’re Unboxing in This Episode How Monny and Chann met and who they were when love found them Why their relationship started privately and what that taught them Building safety, trust, and emotional home together How love languages and polarity shaped their partnership Creating “home” through food, hosting, and intention Sharing their life online without sacrificing what’s sacred The origin story of House Sanguine and what “sanguine” really means Breaking family patterns and creating new traditions Why individualism is essential inside long-term partnership The unseen work behind their marriage and business What empathy, communication, and grace look like in real time What they’re each unboxing in this current season of life New episodes of Love Unbxd drop weekly. Follow the show and stay connected: @loveunbxd on TikTok and Instagram Follow Monny and Chann: @M_wazhisname, @M_littletinkitchen | @channdaily | @howsanguine on Instagram and Chann: @channdaily on TikTokFollow Manny: @iammannymade on Instagram and @iam.mannymade on TikTok Produced by Shaté Hayes (@iamshate on Instagram and YouTube)

    52 min
  6. Un-told with Ashton Legadoé: Nana’s Boys, Queer Love, and Choosing Yourself

    12/17/2025

    Un-told with Ashton Legadoé: Nana’s Boys, Queer Love, and Choosing Yourself

    Filmmaker and storyteller Ashton Legado joins me for a layered conversation about love, truth, art, and becoming. We talk about the origins of Nana’s Boys, what it means to tell a story you can’t look away from, and the parts of yourself you meet when you stop performing and start telling the truth. Ashton opens up about growing up fast, navigating HIV disclosure with honesty and courage, reconnecting with the love of his life, and creating art rooted in vulnerability and Black queer joy. This episode is about identity, healing, and the freedom that comes from choosing yourself first. What We’re Unboxing in This Episode The origin story behind Nana’s Boys and why Ashton had to tell that truth Growing up fast and becoming a caregiver before he became himself How art became a mirror he could no longer avoid The reality of navigating HIV disclosure with honesty and courage The unexpected reconnection with Fern The eight-hour phone call that turned into a love story How partnership stretched him, softened him, and held him accountable The responsibility of portraying Black queer love on screen Why Ashton stopped performing the version of himself people expected What vulnerability has cost him and what it’s returned The fears he carries, the truths he’s ready to name, and the freedom he’s stepping into New episodes of Love Unbxd drop weekly. Follow the show and stay connected: @loveunbxd on TikTok and Instagram Follow Ashton: @ashtondreams on Instagram Follow Manny: @iammannymade on Instagram and @iam.mannymade on TikTok Produced by Shaté Hayes (@iamshate on Instagram and YouTube)

    54 min
  7. Un-bxd with Manny: Identity, Healing, and Choosing Myself Out Loud

    11/26/2025

    Un-bxd with Manny: Identity, Healing, and Choosing Myself Out Loud

    Season 2 opens with me unbxing myself in a way I’ve never done publicly. After taking a year and a half away, I’m talking honestly about what these last 18 months have looked like for me. Losing my job. Leaving my family’s business. Moving to Atlanta. Choosing softness. Rebuilding boundaries. And letting go of the version of myself that other people created in their heads. This episode is about identity, healing, and reclaiming my narrative on my own terms. If you’re navigating change, growing through transition, or learning to choose yourself again, you’ll feel this one. It’s honest, unfiltered, and grounded in where I am right now. What We’re Unboxing in This Episode Why I took a year and a half away The moment I learned my job was ending Leaving my mother’s business and breaking patterns How I decided Atlanta was the next chapter What softness looks like for me now Dating in Atlanta + communicating boundaries The performance of being “mysterious” on social media Family dynamics during the holidays “To know me is to know…”, the truths I’m ready to say out loud The fear of being loved + sabotaging it Why freedom feels close New episodes of Love Unbxd drop weekly.Follow the show and stay connected: @loveunbxd on TikTok and InstagramFollow Manny: @iammannymade on Instagram and @iam.mannymade on TikTok Producer, Love Unbxd Season 2:Shaté Hayes

    52 min
  8. Building a Home Within a Relationship: Unboxing with RK and Evin | S1 E5

    04/10/2024

    Building a Home Within a Relationship: Unboxing with RK and Evin | S1 E5

    Join us as we unravel the journey of RK and Evin, a Black lesbian couple, in this episode of Love Unbxd. Dive into their story of love and resilience, from navigating family dynamics to the intricacies of living 'out' at varying degrees. Discover how they've crafted a sanctuary of belonging and security within their bond, celebrating the beauty and strength of Black queer love. Please remember to subscribe, rate, review, and share "Love Unbxd" to support our mission of amplifying melanated Queer voices and stories. Learn more about the vision and future episodes: https://linktr.ee/loveunbxd Socials Follow Love Unbxd for the latest updates:  TikTok: @loveunbxd Instagram: @loveunbxd Follow Evin:  Instagram: @evinnicole Follow RK: Instagram: @who.is.rk Follow Manny: TikTok: @astoldbymanny Instagram: @astoldbymanny

    1h 24m
  9. Unbxd and Uncoupled with Chris and Gio | S1 E4

    03/27/2024

    Unbxd and Uncoupled with Chris and Gio | S1 E4

    Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions! In this episode, join host Manny as he takes you on a ride with Gio and Chris, from the highs of their marriage vows to the twists and turns of realizing that love is an ever-changing adventure.as we navigate the journey of Gio and Chris. They spill the tea on marriage, monogamy, and the journey of building a life post-divorce. Join us and unbox the lessons learned in living authentically beyond the usual love stories. Please remember to subscribe, rate, review, and share "Love Unbxd" to support our mission of amplifying melanated Queer voices and stories. Learn more about the vision and future episodes: https://linktr.ee/loveunbxd Socials Follow Love Unbxd for the latest updates:  TikTok: @loveunbxd Instagram: @loveunbxd Follow Chris:  TikTok: @bswithchris X: @bswithchris Instagram: @chris.vrgs1 Follow Gio: TikTok: @Giordanny17 Instagram: @Giordanny17 Follow Manny: TikTok: @astoldbymanny Instagram: @astoldbymanny

    1h 19m
  10. Getting into good trouble: Unbxing with Preston and Donald | S1 E3

    03/14/2024

    Getting into good trouble: Unbxing with Preston and Donald | S1 E3

    Preston and Donald, a dynamic Black queer couple navigating love, identity, and growth amidst the complexities of modern life join Love Unbxd for episode three. In this must-listen episode, we delve into their personal narratives to unbx how they balance the impacts of childhood trauma, becoming “Lockdown Lovers” and emotional connection in a “non-traditional” queer relationship. Preston, is a Midwest-born Black queer attorney, activist, CEO of PDM Consulting LLC, and stars on Bravo TV's 'Summer House: Martha's Vineyard' to the conversation. Donald, is an attorney with roots in North Carolina and over seven years in DC. Both offer a complementary perspective on love, support, and professional endeavors.  Please remember to subscribe, rate, review, and share "Love Unbxd" to support our mission of amplifying melanated Queer voices and stories. Learn more about the vision and future episodes: https://linktr.ee/loveunbxd SocialsFollow Love Unbxd for the latest updates: TikTok: @loveunbxd Instagram: @loveunbxd Follow Preston:  TikTok: @Preston.Mitchum Instagram: @Preston.Mitchum X: @PrestonMitchum Follow Donald: Instagram: @decooley Follow Manny: TikTok: @astoldbymanny Instagram: @astoldbymanny

    1h 11m
  11. Balancing 'Me' and 'We': Unbxing with Erin and Amanda | S1 E2

    03/06/2024

    Balancing 'Me' and 'We': Unbxing with Erin and Amanda | S1 E2

    Balancing “me” and “we” with Love Unbxd! This episode features Erin and Amanda, a married Black lesbian couple, as they share their journey of balancing individuality with togetherness. Discover their strategies for maintaining personal identities, fostering open communication, and navigating their relationship as a lesbian couple.  Join host Manny for a conversation that celebrates the power and beauty of queer love, unbxd. Please remember to subscribe, rate, review, and share "Love Unbxd" to support our mission of amplifying melanated Queer voices and stories. Learn more about the vision and future episodes: https://linktr.ee/loveunbxd Socials Follow Love Unbxd for the latest updates:  TikTok: @loveunbxd Instagram: @loveunbxd Follow Erin:  TikTok: @eccentric_beauty_ Instagram: @eccentric_beauty_ Follow Amanda: Instagram: @first.take.ace  Follow Manny: TikTok: @astoldbymanny Instagram: @astoldbymanny A Production by: GoBeGolden

    1h 10m
  12. Taking the Leap: Embracing the Unknown | S1 Ep1

    02/27/2024

    Taking the Leap: Embracing the Unknown | S1 Ep1

    Embark on a journey of self-discovery and unapologetic love experiences with "Love Unbxd"! In our premiere episode, host Manny shares why Love Unbxd and his personal narrative of staying in a relationship out of fear and the courage it takes to embrace one's true self. Please remember to subscribe, rate, review, and share "Love Unbxd" to support our mission of amplifying melanated Queer voices and stories. Socials Follow Love Unbxd for the latest updates: TikTok: @loveunbxd Instagram: @loveunbxd Follow Manny for more insights: TikTok: @astoldbymanny Instagram: @astoldbymanny

    27 min
  • 12 Episodes

Ratings & Reviews

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About

Love Unbxd is a podcast that celebrates the love stories and experiences of melanated Queer couples and throuples. The space creates an open dialogue about how melanated Queer people love without being defined by stereotypical hetero norms and limits.

Information

  • Creator
    Manny Golden
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Manny Golden
  • Show Website
    Love Unbxd