Ep 358: ANGLICO Marine, Author, Citizen- Jason Angell

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and inspiring episode of the Ones Ready Podcast, we are joined by Jason Angell – a true warfighter, accomplished author, and dedicated citizen. Jason's journey is nothing short of remarkable. As a member of the United States Marine Corps’ ANGLICO team during his time in Ramadi, he faced intense challenges and came away with invaluable lessons that shaped his life. He shares these profound insights in his book, *Running Towards Gunfire: Courage and Brotherhood in Ramadi*, a testament to courage, leadership, and unbreakable bonds. Join us as Jason takes us through his military journey, from enlisting in the Marine Corps to serving in Iraq during the War on Terror. He opens up about the life-changing impact of 9/11, his return to service, and the realities of combat in some of the most high-stress situations imaginable. Jason's reflection on the importance of leadership and the role of ANGLICO in close air support highlights the critical nature of teamwork and trust under fire. Beyond the battlefield, Jason emphasizes the need for veterans to share their stories, offering invaluable advice for young service members preparing to step into the military. This episode is not just about military service; it’s about resilience, brotherhood, and the power of storytelling to inspire others. Tune in for an episode that will leave you motivated and ready to take on any challenge, with lessons that transcend the military and resonate in all walks of life! Follow Jason everywhere you can find him on socials: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559548294836 Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/runningtowardsgunfire?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== X- Running Towards Gunfire (@Running2Gunfire) Website- www.jason-angell.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of Jason Angell 02:59 Military Journey and 9/11 Impact 05:46 Deployment Experiences in Iraq 09:04 The Reality of Combat and Young Marines 11:58 The Role of Anglico and Close Air Support 14:55 Challenges Faced in Ramadi 17:45 Loss and Recovery in Combat 20:56 Transitioning from Combat to Family Life 24:01 Writing the Book: Running Towards Gunfire 27:01 Reflections on Leadership and Decision Making 29:56 The Importance of Telling Our Stories 33:05 Advice for Young Service Members Support the show Join this channel to get access to perks: HERE Buzzsprout Subscription page: HERE Register for our Operator Training Summit: OperatorTrainingSummit.com Find an Air Force Recruiter: AirForce.com Collabs: Ones Ready - OnesReady.com 18A Fitness - Promo Code: ONESREADY ATACLete - Follow the URL (no promo code): ATACLete Danger Close Apparel - Promo Code: ONESREADY DFND Apparel...