What's Your Motive?
#WhatsYourMotivePodcast is a podcast driven by diversified perspectives and insight on variety of topics. Your host, Walter Cullin Jr. , speaks with different members of society to discuss motives, intentions and the "Why" behind what they do. Conversations include discussions on education, marriage, raising children, purpose, morals and lifestyle. #WhatsYourMotivePodcast aims to be a resource and community for all ages. New episodes every week.
Host: Walter Cullin Jr. Instagram: @intrinsicallymotivated TikTok: @intrinsicallymotivated Get in touch and lets discuss your motive, intrinsicallymotivated4@gmail.com
What's Your Motive?
Justin Young on Firefighter Life, Mental Health Battles, and Teaching Tomorrow’s Heroes
What’s it like to be a firefighter, husband, father, mental health advocate, and instructor—all at once?
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Justin Young, Milwaukee firefighter and instructor at Milwaukee Area Technical College, to discuss:
🚨 The real-life pressures behind the sirens
🧠 Mental health challenges first responders face
👨🏫 How he’s shaping the next generation of firefighters
💬 Balancing life as a husband, father, and community servant
Whether you’re curious about the fire service, passionate about mental wellness, or mentoring future leaders, this conversation is full of purpose and heart.
Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro
1:45 – Justin’s journey into firefighting
6:20 – The mental toll of being on call
11:35 – How he supports young recruits in the classroom
18:10 – Balancing work, family, and personal healing
24:00 – Advice for future firefighters
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