The Mission to Pay Off $25 Million in Veterans’ Medical Bills
Jason and MDV sit down with Bear Handlon, CEO and co-founder of Born Primitive, to talk about purpose, business, and giving back in a big way.Through Operation Debt of Gratitude, Born Primitive has a goal to pay off $25 million in medical bills for U.S. veterans. Bear shares how the idea came to life, the emotional story behind hand-delivering a check, and what drives him to keep serving the veteran community.They also unpack lessons in leadership and entrepreneurship — from being business partners with your ex-wife to staying mission-focused when critics question your intent.Timestamps:0:00 Jason got in trouble with Born Primitive1:10 It all started with some compression shorts4:45 Being business partners with your ex-wife7:30 “I would never go into apparel if I could do it again”11:00 Staying mission-focused (even when people don’t believe it will work)15:05 Staying true to your mission is not being controversial17:30 What is Born Primitive doing for Veteran’s Day? Operation Debt of Gratitude — paying off $25 million of medical bills for veterans21:43 The powerful story of hand-delivering the check23:40 How do people get into this situation in the first place? (The phone call that made Bear go all in)27:18 This shouldn’t be happening at a policy level29:25 Bear is a dangerous man (a man on a mission)33:10 Building a brand to fit your lifestyle36:45 Designing an all-purpose training shoe41:03 Why the BJJ gi needs to be reimagined42:15 What does Bear’s training look like right now? (done with heavy weights)45:10 Gas station ready47:40 Acknowledging risk and picking a course of action50:00 We’re stronger together!!!SUPPORT HERE: Born Primitive Black Rifle Coffee 🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube.#JKPThanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast! 🎥 Follow us on Instagram:JK PodcastJasonMDV30 days FREE on the TRAIN HARD AppFind your programSubscribe to our newsletter
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Shohei Ohtani and the Power of Leading by Example
Jason and MDV kick things off fired up about the World Series — Shohei Ohtani, the intensity of the games, and the lessons you can pull from how pros carry themselves on the biggest stage.From there, the conversation shifts to what it really means to lead by example — especially for young boys watching how men train, compete, and handle themselves day to day.From garage workouts with 11-year-olds to lessons learned from baseball, this one’s all about setting the standard, staying patient, and finding joy in being the example.0:00 Jason’s “calendar shoot” workout2:59 Running a marathon… in jeans?!6:11 Fired up about Shohei Ohtani — best World Series game ever?9:06 Showing the next generation respect in baseball12:55 Star player filling water cups — now that’s leadership15:45 “Act like you’ve been there before”16:15 Training with five 11-year-olds in the garage18:00 Why it’s crucial for young boys to have men to look up to20:30 Conventional gyms in the ’90s were WILD21:30 Teaching kids patience and exposure through training23:07 Being the example is a gift26:00 Celebrating your kids even when it’s “expected behavior”31:08 Water polo wasn’t on Jason’s 2025 bingo card36:00 A parent’s job: help your kid find the physical activity they love40:28 The Virtual TRAIN HARD Men’s Club — come get the juice! (link HERE)45:00 Jason on being called to relentless positivity — men need it51:13 January Challenge is comingThanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast! 🎥 Follow us on Instagram:JK PodcastJasonMDV30 days FREE on the TRAIN HARD AppFind your programSubscribe to our newsletter
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Following Your Personal Legend
Jason and MDV get real about what it means to follow your “personal legend” — a concept from The Alchemist that hits hard when you’re balancing fatherhood, leadership, and purpose.From rethinking what success actually looks like to the importance of staying connected with your kids, this one dives into growth, authenticity, and the power of surrounding yourself with strong men.Timestamps:0:00 This thing called Cooperstown3:00 Success is being able to go to every one of your kid's games6:45 Shifting perspective about driving your kid to school8:50 Re-evaluating life and priorities11:00 Don’t become roommates with your kids13:00 “It’s… 6, 7”14:45 Will your kids want to visit you?15:50 Long-term leadership — it’s okay to change direction18:52 Finding your personal legend (The Alchemist)22:20 Bringing men together — connection through fitness26:00 The Men’s Club is just different30:37 Finding fulfillment in following your passion, even when it’s scary34:40 It all comes down to authenticity35:09 Handling pressure when you make a life change44:00 Why men need to be surrounded by other men47:45 What can we do to help the guys who can’t control themselves?49:00 Being a force multiplierThanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast! 🎥 📘 [Link to The Alchemist on Amazon]🤝 [Link to Captain Form]Follow us on Instagram:JK PodcastJasonMDV30 days FREE on the TRAIN HARD AppFind your programSubscribe to our newsletter#JKP
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Life Updates: Surgery, Ironman Mishap, and My Daughter’s First Date
It’s a full life update kind of episode — MDV’s post-surgery recovery, Gabe’s 41-minute Ironman delay, and Jason’s daughter going on her first “date.”From parenting lessons and perspective shifts to expensive PRP treatments and trailer upgrades, the crew covers it all in this one.Timestamps:0:00 MDV’s surgery and fall festivities1:53 Jason’s daughter’s first “date”2:44 Every dad pictures this day4:20 Spying on the homecoming date6:30 Lessons for dads with daughters9:10 Building trust so kids feel comfortable talking10:25 Meeting the boy — is it necessary?11:30 Family, love, and trust18:06 Preparing sons for dating21:59 Gabe’s Ironman disaster (41-minute delay!)34:18 Why swimming tragedies are more common than you think37:59 MDV’s “nose job”41:00 Breathing strips = PEDs?44:00 Jason’s PRP experiment49:00 The real cost of recovery and treatments53:00 Jason’s new trailer setup (tease for next episode)53:18 Evolution of the podcast54:25 What Gabe’s training for next59:09 Follow your passionsThanks for tuning in to the Jason Khalipa Podcast! 🎥 The Home Team goes live on YouTube every Tuesday at 9AM PST.Follow us on Instagram:JK PodcastJasonGabeMDV30 days FREE on the TRAIN HARD AppFind your programSubscribe to our newsletter
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30 Days of Nicotine: Performance Hack or Dangerous Habit?
We’re recapping Gabe's 30-day experiment with nicotine—was it a performance enhancer, an appetite suppressant, or just a slippery slope? From THMC updates to turning 40, this one covers a lot of ground.Timestamps:0:00 Kaden’s jinx on the Mets should be studied2:15 Khalipa Home Run Derby (and Jason still can’t swing a bat)3:54 Kids, creatine, and coffee??9:55 THMC Captains!!!14:00 Is Gabe addicted to nicotine now?31:16 Tasting victory: men vs. women32:07 The effect of nicotine on your gums (Willie dipped two or three cans a day)33:20 Big League Chew & the responsibility of pro athletes as role models36:32 Cal Raleigh’s ball given to a kid41:09 Jason thrives under short notice42:51 Jason turns the big 4-0! (advice on entering a new decade)
The Jason Khalipa Podcast is a place where your hosts, Jason Khalipa and Gabe Yanez, chat with protectors, providers, parents, entrepreneurs, and all the everyday heroes doing badass stuff on the regular.
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