PJ the Firefighter on Turning Pain into Purpose

PJ caused quite a blaze among fans with his fire truck entrance on “The Bachelorette” and sadly was eliminated early, but this week he joins Mike and Bryan to share more about his life. PJ details growing up in Texas and his journey to becoming a firefighter. He also reveals heartbreaking details about both of his brothers’ deaths and explains more about the Bakari Foundation, which he started in memory of his brother who was murdered overseas. Then, PJ talks about his brief time on “The Bachelorette” and all the drama that went down on this week’s episode.    Plus, Mike and Bryan discuss vulnerability and why Jamie broke the “cardinal rule” on “The Bachelorette.”   Learn more about the Bakari Foundation:  www.thebakarifoundation.org  bakariluxurysportswear.com  Don’t forget to rate and subscribe so you never miss an episode.  Thanks to our sponsors:   Talkspace: Talkspace.com code TalkingOut  Wealthfront: Wealthfront.com/Talkingitout  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Uncomfortable topics, unconventional viewpoints and thought-provoking conversations about life, love, relationships and more with some of your favorites from Bachelor Nation. Take a deep dive into critical subjects addressed on your favorite Bachelor franchise series with Bachelor Nation's Mike Johnson and Dr. Bryan Abasolo. They’ll pick up right where the show leaves off to break down topical issues, cultural moments and personal stories that are just too big to fit the screen. Join the conversation along with our special guest every week as we learn, reflect and talk it out!