The text discusses the psychological impact of keeping secrets, both the positive and negative sides. It highlights that secrecy requires mental effort and can negatively affect well-being and relationships. The show's psychologist, Leslie John, is the core of the discussion, focusing on the costs of hiding information and the benefits of sharing. The current episode explores these costs, and a future episode will discuss when withholding information might be appropriate. A bonus Hidden Brain+ episode delves specifically into the considerations of when to hide the truth. Listeners are encouraged to subscribe to access the bonus content. Hidden Brain also promotes its upcoming live tour events in Philadelphia and New York City. Information for tickets and additional details can be found on their website. The episode's illustration is credited to an artist from Unsplash+. The episode is hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. Privacy information regarding data collection for advertising is also provided by AdsWizz.