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Part 2 is here.Justin Whitehead returns to Talk Les Show to share the story behind his journey, from selling crack and facing serious criminal charges to hearing God tell him to become a comedian. Along the way, he opens up about Karlous Miller, 85 South, childhood trauma, going viral with My 600-lb Life commentary, and the moments that completely changed his life. We talk about going viral during COVID, why he originally wanted to become a lawyer instead of a comedian, his first stand-up set, surviving childhood trauma, and the mindset that helped him build one of the most recognizable voices in comedy today.This episode is raw, honest, funny, and inspiring all at the same time. If you missed Part 1, make sure you watch that first before diving into this one.🚀 This episode is proudly sponsored by HoneyDrip NetworkIf you've been thinking about learning how to trade but don't know where to start, HoneyDrip Network makes it simple.Whether you're a complete beginner or already have experience, you'll get access to:✔️ Live trading sessions✔️ Professional market analysis✔️ Beginner-friendly education✔️ Mentorship from experienced traders✔️ A community focused on helping you growThe best part? You can try everything completely FREE for 7 days.👉 Start your FREE 7-day trial: https://bit.ly/49WflLU🌐 Learn more: https://www.honeydripnetwork.com/Chapters0:00 — Book Talk (Untethered Soul & Sex Positive Books)13:18 — Comedy Career: Going Viral During COVID (My 600-lb Life)14:10 — Wanted to Be a Lawyer, Not a Comedian19:36 — Getting Arrested in 2011 — The Turning Point26:08 — First Stand-Up Show & Meeting K-Dub40:37 — Official Introduction — Justin Whitehead46:23 — How His Parents Met (Wild Origin Story)48:24 — Opening Up About Childhood Trauma51:13 — Telling His Story for the First Time1:00:06 — 85 South Love & Building in Atlanta