In this episode of Fight the Burnout, Chris sits down with retired LAPD Lieutenant Jeff Wenninger to unpack a career and life shaped by resilience, integrity, and purpose.From being adopted into a multiracial family in Ohio, to a wrongful arrest in college that unexpectedly set him on the path into policing, Jeff’s story is one of transformation through adversity. Over his 33-year career, he served in some of the most high-pressure roles in law enforcement: SWAT, K9, Metro Division, and the Rampart CRASH unit during its federal oversight period, while never losing sight of the importance of empathy, diversity, and community connection.Jeff shares how he avoided severe burnout by refusing to let the badge define him, maintaining outside passions like hockey and coaching youth, and mentoring others in the importance of masculine leadership rooted in integrity. He also opens up about the reforms he believes policing urgently needs today: smarter hiring, more comprehensive training, better mental health support, and building public trust through consistent, authentic engagement.If you’re a man navigating leadership, purpose, or high-pressure environments, this conversation will inspire you to rethink strength, not as unfeeling toughness, but as the balance of discipline, vulnerability, and service.Learn More About Jeff Wenninger🌐 Website: ⁠https://jeffwenninger.com/⁠📚 Book: On Thin Ice – Insights into policing culture, leadership, and reform.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeHow early life experiences shaped Jeff’s perspective on justice and leadership.The mindset shifts that helped him navigate and prevent burnout in a demanding career.Why mentoring and positive role models are critical for shaping young men’s futures.Practical ideas for reforming law enforcement culture from the inside out.How to maintain mission and purpose after leaving a long-term career.Connect with Motivated Masculine Men📱 Follow on social media: @MotivatedMasculineMen⭐ Leave a rating and review to help us reach more listeners.🎧 Subscribe so you never miss an episode.