In this episode of Disrespectfully, The Gworlz, we’re joinedby Ifedayo Gatling, a member of the Harlem Gospel Travelers — the first openly queer group to ever be nominated for a GRAMMY in the gospel category. 🎶✨

Ifedayo shares their journey of faith, artistry, andauthenticity — and what it means to live out loud as a queer person who still finds deep connection and purpose in God’s love. They remind us that spirituality isn’t about exclusion, but about belonging.

In their own words from a recent GRAMMY red carpetinterview: “There’s enough space for us all at the throne of grace.”

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

Ifedayo’s journey in gospel music and queerrepresentation

The rumors spread about The Harlem Gospel Travelers

How faith and authenticity can coexist beautifully

The belief that God created and loves all queer people

Building community and joy through music and purpose

🎙️ Guest: Ifedayo Gatling (Pronouns: They / Them)

🎧 Hosts: Destin & BB

🏳️‍🌈 Podcast: Disrespectfully, The Gworlz

💬 Join the conversation:How do you see faith, identity, and love coexisting in your own life? Share your thoughts below.

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Welcome back to another episode of Disrespectfully, The Gworlz. Tonight, we're discussing how to be an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community.

Are allies actually needed? What does true allyship look like? What about people who only support a part of our community?

We're diving in deep and holding nothing back. Come see what your two favorite ponks and sissies on all of Planet Earth have to say.

Overcoming Addiction: Brittany's Inspiring Journey from Heroin to Hope | Disrespectfully, The Gworlz - Episode 13.

In this moving episode of Disrespectfully, The Gworlz, Destin and BB welcome Brittany to the show, who bravely shares her powerful journey to overcoming addiction. Brittany opens up about her struggles with heroin, the challenges of withdrawal, and the path to recovery.

The trio also discusses societal misconceptions about addiction, the importance of empathy, and the role of Brittany's faith. With a mix of humor and raw emotion, this episode aims to shed light on the realities of addiction and inspire others to seek help. Join us for an episode filled with inspiration, tough love, and a little bit of shade.

In this episode of Disrespectfully, The Gworlz, Destin and BB sit down with the unstoppable Delequa — the artist behind the hits “LYL (Live Your Life)” “New Me," and "Soft and Feminine." Delequa opens up about transformation, staying grounded in her artistry, and how living her truth shaped the new version of herself we see today.

Between the laughter, the chaos, and the quotable moments (because there’s always a few!), this episode is a reminder that self-reinvention is powerful — and a little bit of delusion never hurt nobody.

In this episode of Disrespectfully, The Gworlz, we sit down with Cedric, a singer and actor who opens up about the harsh realities of being a gay, black, plus-sized performer in the entertainment industry. From racism to fatphobia in musical theatre and acting spaces, Cedric gets real about what it takes to keep showing up when the industry wasn’t built for you.

🎭 Tune in for raw truth, laughter, and some much-needed honesty about what it means to be seen in entertainment.

💬 Drop a comment and tell us — have you ever felt underestimated because of how you look?

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In this episode of Disrespectfully, The Gworlz, Iris — a trans woman of color — opens up about her journey of transition, identity, and self-discovery. From documenting her experiences online to navigating everyday life, Iris shares what it truly means to live authentically and embrace your truth.

Join Destin and BB for a raw and heartfelt conversation about courage, resilience, and the power of representation within the trans and LGBTQ+ community. This episode is a celebration of growth, self-love, and the freedom to become who you are.

Welcome back to another episode of Disrespectfully, The Gworlz. Episode 9 is all about Society vs. Black women.

We're joined by our special guest, Dee, as we unpack the realities, struggles, and double standards that black women face in today's world. From navigating relationships and expectations to cultural perceptions and everyday disrespect, we get very real about what it means to carry these responsibilities while fighting to be seen, valued, and respected.

Topics covered in this episode: (1) Daily struggles black women face (2) The weight of social expectations placed upon black women (3) Insecure men and their expectations for black women (4) Interracial relationships and related obstacles (5) How we can move forward with supporting black women

Will this episode make you laugh? Yes. Will this episode make you think long and hard? Yes. Is this episode a necessary conversation that everyone needs to be having? Also yes.

New episodes are released every Friday! Full-length episodes will be available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts. Follow us on all social media for clips, updates, and behind-the-scenes footage.

Welcome back to another episode of Disrepsectfully, The Gworlz.Episode 8 is all about our coming out stories. All the way from Hollywood, we're joined by Synthia Yvonne as our special guest. Synthia is a 53-year-old black trans woman. Not only is she a Marine Veteran, but she came out as transgender ON NATIONAL TELEVISION!We're diving deep into the power, pain, and liberation of our coming out stories. Stay tuned as we discuss the courage it takes to live authentically!If you're interested in submitting topic suggestions or would like to be a guest on the show, email us at [email protected]

Welcome back to another episode of Disrespectfully, The Gworlz!Breakups hurt bad enough already, but losing yourself in the process is even worse. In Episode 7, we're diving into the messy middle of heartbreak - when the person you thought you needed is gone, and now you're left asking: Who am I without them?Letrelle is our special guest for the day, and he's fresh off the release of his new EP "Been Having Mixed Feelings." His EP, as well as this episode, are all about losing love, losing yourself, and the journey of finding your way back to YOU. From the pain to the lessons, from the breakdowns to the breakthroughs, this one's for anyone who's ever had to rebuild after love.If you've ever lost someone and felt like you lost YOU too, this episode will remind you that you can always come back home to yourself, baby.Listen, laugh, cry, heal, and realize . . . "IT'S ALL IN YOU" (in the words of Letrelle himself).If you're interested in being a guest on the show, please email us at [email protected] You can find Letrelle's music on all major streaming platforms. Please consider streaming his newest EP "Been Having Mixed Feelings." Your sould needs it.

Welcome back to another episode of Disrespectfully, The Gworlz! Episode 6 is all about cutting ties, and we're beyond excited for y'all to hear it.

 Sometimes love isn’t enough. Sometimes history isn’t enough. And sometimes, choosing yourself means letting go of the people who disrupt your peace.

In this episode, we sit down with our first special guest ever, Destiny Boudreaux, to unpack the art (and the heartbreak) of cutting ties - with family, friends, and romantic partners. We’re talking:

(1) The motives behind walking away (2) The process of letting go (3) The emotions that come with it (4) And the aftermath of choosing yourself

The overarching theme? It’s time to be selfish. It’s time to do what’s best for US.

Whether you’re on the fence about walking away, in the middle of your healing era, or just reflecting on the power of boundaries, this episode will speak to you.

Tune in, laugh a little, cry a little, and remember: choosing you is never wrong!

If you have any recommendations or would like to be a guest on a future episode, please contact us at [email protected]