What does it actually cost to be fully known?

In this powerful episode of the Do Tell Relationship Podcast, host Nina Westbrook sits down with bestselling author, activist, and Emmy-nominated producer George M. Johnson to explore identity, vulnerability, and the healing power of storytelling.

From being labeled "different" as a child to becoming one of the most banned authors in America, George shares what it means to live authentically in a world that often tries to silence certain voices.

This conversation dives deep into:

  • The parts of ourselves we learn to hide early in life
  • How storytelling becomes a tool for healing (for you and others)
  • The emotional toll of censorship and banned books
  • Why representation creates safety and empathy
  • What it takes to move from shame → voice → freedom

If you've ever felt like you had to shrink parts of who you are… this episode is for you.

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