1. The Dancefloor

John steps back into the story he once tried to outrun. Alongside expert insights and survivors of “Conversion Therapy”, John begins peeling back the layers of how he became one of the most totemic figures of the ex-gay movement. — Atonement: The John Paulk Story is a production of iHeart Podcasts and Goldhawk Productions in association with Marks Media Co. —If you’ve been affected by any of the issues covered in this series, you can find help and support at the following links:988 Suicide & Crisis LifelineThe Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress. Call or text 988 or chat online. Crisis Text LineIf you are in crisis, text CONVO to 741741 in the US for free, confidential, 24/7, support.The Trevor ProjectThe leading suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBTQ+ young people. If you or someone you know needs help or support, The Trevor Project’s trained crisis counselors are available 24/7 at 1-866-488-7386, via the website or by texting START to 678678.RAINNRAINN - the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network - provide free, confidential, 24/7 help. Call 1-800-656-4673 or the website to chat with a support specialist.If you’re in the UK, please find a range of helplines and support networks here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.