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I Didn’t Feel Seen Until I Started Podcasting (with Emili Johnson)
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In this episode, I’m joined by Emili Johnson, creator of the Black Girl Iowa podcast. Emili shares how starting a podcast became a powerful act of self-love and resistance. We talk about finding your voice when you’ve spent years feeling invisible, navigating mental health as a Black woman in Iowa, and the unexpected burnout that comes with podcasting solo.
Emili opens up about her journey with anxiety, depression, and PMDD—and how therapy, journaling, and storytelling helped her reclaim her peace. If you’ve ever questioned your voice, felt unseen, or wondered if your story matters, this episode is for you.
Topics covered:
• Mental health and healing
• Podcasting without a team
• DEI rollbacks in Iowa
• Black women’s voices and validation
• Journaling as self-care
• Building creative confidence
👉 Stay connected and find mental health resources in the show notes.
If You Need Immediate Support
Text or Call: In the U.S., you can reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
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