In this debut episode of the MyStory segment on Savage Unfiltered, host Jamal Savage opens up like never before.

From growing up in a conservative Muslim home in The Gambia to navigating silence, emotional restraint, and cultural pressure, this is more than just background. It’s a deep dive into how family, culture, and suppression shaped his voice… and why he’s using that voice now.

Jamal answers real questions, the kind we’re usually afraid to ask:

• What was your childhood really like?

• Were you allowed to express yourself?

• How did your family structure affect your mental health?

• Would you raise your kids the way you were raised?

This episode is the origin story behind the mic, and an invitation to others to speak the truth they’ve been carrying too long.

If you’ve ever felt silenced by culture, family, or fear, this one’s for you.

Listen. Reflect. And remember: Your story is worthy too.