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Some heroes don't wear capes—they open their garage doors.
Jason's bimonthly poker nights have become a sacred space for military personnel and first responders seeking something deeper than cards: genuine brotherhood.
Behind the camaraderie lies Jason’s own battle—his service in the Coast Guard exposed him to trauma that embedded deep, leading to PTSD, and later, injuries during his time in the Army. Like many who serve, he struggled with vulnerability—finding it harder to ask for help than to face danger. Trained to be strong and self-reliant, he wasn’t prepared for a life where even basic tasks required assistance.
A year into recovery and at the brink of ending his life, Jason made a life-saving call to a friend—an act of courage that sparked a mission. Now CEO of Alpha Ready Company, and Alpha Ready clothing brand, he uses his experience to build community and create safe, stigma-free spaces for healing.
As a Christian, husband, father, and Podcaster, he reminds others that strength isn't in silence, but in connection. His story proves that purpose can rise from pain—and that sometimes, the most powerful battles are fought not in uniform, but around a garage table filled with hurting heroes learning to heal.
Connect with Jason:
Instagram: alpha_ready_com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alphareadyco
Website: https://alphareadyco.com/
Order your Alpha Ready t-shirt today! 🇺🇸
Proudly Donating 25% of Monthly Earnings to
Military, Veteran & First Responder Charities
Connect with Jen:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ineedbluepodcast/
YouTube: @ineedblue
Facebook: I Need Blue Podcast
Website: https://ineedblue.net/
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-need-blue/id1567450935
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/62R7ZEcZIp4gqtCVxgqRsv
Purchase my book or Audiobook:
https://ineedblue.net/author
Support the show
By Jennifer Lee4.8
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Some heroes don't wear capes—they open their garage doors.
Jason's bimonthly poker nights have become a sacred space for military personnel and first responders seeking something deeper than cards: genuine brotherhood.
Behind the camaraderie lies Jason’s own battle—his service in the Coast Guard exposed him to trauma that embedded deep, leading to PTSD, and later, injuries during his time in the Army. Like many who serve, he struggled with vulnerability—finding it harder to ask for help than to face danger. Trained to be strong and self-reliant, he wasn’t prepared for a life where even basic tasks required assistance.
A year into recovery and at the brink of ending his life, Jason made a life-saving call to a friend—an act of courage that sparked a mission. Now CEO of Alpha Ready Company, and Alpha Ready clothing brand, he uses his experience to build community and create safe, stigma-free spaces for healing.
As a Christian, husband, father, and Podcaster, he reminds others that strength isn't in silence, but in connection. His story proves that purpose can rise from pain—and that sometimes, the most powerful battles are fought not in uniform, but around a garage table filled with hurting heroes learning to heal.
Connect with Jason:
Instagram: alpha_ready_com
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@alphareadyco
Website: https://alphareadyco.com/
Order your Alpha Ready t-shirt today! 🇺🇸
Proudly Donating 25% of Monthly Earnings to
Military, Veteran & First Responder Charities
Connect with Jen:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ineedbluepodcast/
YouTube: @ineedblue
Facebook: I Need Blue Podcast
Website: https://ineedblue.net/
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-need-blue/id1567450935
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/62R7ZEcZIp4gqtCVxgqRsv
Purchase my book or Audiobook:
https://ineedblue.net/author
Support the show

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