In this powerful HeroFront episode, Chief Master Sergeant Jason Stone Weiss shares the raw truth behind real leadership in the military. From losing his hearing twice to serving with elite Special Operations teams, Chief Weiss reveals how rank is earned through trust, service, and sacrifice—not chased.

Bottom Line: In this military podcast, Chief Jason Weiss reveals why defaulting to your training is more powerful than motivation. His Air Force leadership story will challenge what you think you know about rank, mentorship, and purpose. Explore veteran stories like never before on HeroFront — the podcast that gives service members a voice.

💥 Hear how he turned setbacks into strength
🧠 Discover the philosophy behind “Default to your level of training”
🤝 Learn why every Airman deserves to be heard

Whether you’re active duty, a veteran, or a leader in any field, this conversation will change how you think about purpose, mentorship, and resilience.

🎙️ Hosted by Josh White
📍 Filmed at Eglin AFB, FL Medical Group

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⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps

0:00 - Kadena Hearing Loss + Promotion Setbacks
10:24 - “Your Stripes Don’t Belong to You”: Leadership Truths
14:28 - The Joy of Notifying a Promotion
18:04 - Mentorship From Combat Medic Chief Jason Robbins: Know the Regs
25:52 - From Special Ops to Senior Enlisted Leader
31:49 - Family, Fatherhood, and Finding Balance
35:22 - Parenting Wisdom: Just Love Your Kids
42:13 - Why Purpose Outranks Pain in Training (TCCC)
46:01 - “You Default to Training, Not Expectations”
54:31 - The Books That Changed His Life
1:07:17 - A Trying Time (Cliffhanger Moment)
1:18:25 - History’s Boldest Young Military Leaders
1:20:22 - Civil War & Modern Decentralized Leadership
1:22:12 - AI & Adaptation in the Military Future
1:24:06 - Gratitude, Legacy, and a Leadership Salute

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📚 Mentioned in this episode:
• The Alchemist
• The Daily Stoic
• The Way of the Peaceful Warrior
• National Defense Strategy
• Real-world TCCC Training Insights

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