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Comedian Juston McKinney’s childhood wasn’t very funny. At the age of 6, he witnessed his mother’s sudden death at a school event. He was raised by his mother’s sister and his alcoholic father who would eventually become homeless. Along with his three brothers and two cousins they found ways to make it through. Juston shares his inspiring story of overcoming adversity, following dreams, holding onto hope, and breaking the cycle.

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