In this episode, we explore the transformation of Black queer narratives and their profound impact on societal perceptions. Join us as acclaimed author and activist George M. Johnson delves deep into the stories that challenge the conventional narratives surrounding Black families raising LGBTQ Black children. Together, we'll unravel the importance of self-identification and the power of labels within the LGBTQ+ community. As George takes us on this poignant journey, we'll also immerse ourselves in the concept of Black joy and its importance in the face of adversity. Furthermore, for those outside the LGBTQ+ circle wondering how to stand in solidarity, we'll touch upon actionable ways individuals can be better allies and champions for LGBTQ+ rights.

About George M. Johnson

George M Johnson is an Award Winning Black Non-Binary Writer, Author, and Activist located in the NYC area. From the scores of places that George has written for to the outlets who have written about George, their connections in the media world run deep with his knowledge and expertise being called upon from publishing to the big screen.
They are the author of the Bestselling Young Adult memoir All Boys Aren’t Blue discussing their adolescence growing up as a young Black Queer boy in New Jersey through a series of powerful essays. Their book has been optioned for Television by Gabrielle Union and Sony TV.


Website: https://iamgmjohnson.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamgmjohnson/?hl=en
Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/george.m.johnson/
Books:
- All Boys Aren't Blue: A Memoir-Manifesto: https://a.co/d/9003ghi
- We Are Not Broken: https://a.co/d/6Nw5V6r

Episodes Mentioned

Polyamory and Open Relationships with Jessica Fearn: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/george-lizos/episodes/Ep-22-Polyamory-and-Open-Relationships-with-Jessica-Fern-e225pcj
The Problem with Top/Bottom with Sergio Zapata: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/george-lizos/episodes/Ep--2-The-Problem-With-TopBottom-with-Sergio-Zapata-e1qpo4s

About Me 

I’m George Lizos, spiritual teacher, psychic healer, and #1 bestselling author. Growing up in a small Christian community, I was judged and rejected for being gay and different. After a futile two-year attempt to change who I was born to be, I called myself a human abomination and almost took my own life. Fortunately, in my darkest moment, I saw the light and ventured on a healing journey of love, forgiveness, and spiritual awakening. 

Yet, my gay dating life since hasn’t always been all roses and rainbows, and my past dramas and traumas have definitely kept things spicy. Fast forward past many awkward dates and disappointing sex, I Created Can’t Host to challenge toxic gay stereotypes, explore the complex dynamics of gay sex and relationships, and create opportunities for healing and growth. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://georgelizos.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠

Connect With Me 

Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/georgelizos/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  
Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://georgelizos.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  
TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@iamgeorgelizos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  
Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://www.yourspiritualtoolkit.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 

My Books

Be The Guru: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1TtCj⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  
Lightworkers Gotta Work: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1TmKf⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  
Protect Your Light: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://l.linklyhq.com/l/1TmJd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠