Leadership, Service, and Mental Health
February 18, 2025
In this compelling episode of Coffee with Ken, Jason Kander—former Army Captain, Missouri Secretary of State, and founder of Veterans Community Project—joins Ken Biberaj for a powerful discussion on leadership, service, and mental health.
Jason shares the incredible story of Operation Bella, where he and a team of veterans orchestrated a daring rescue of nearly 400 Afghan allies following the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. From late-night strategy calls to staging a fake wedding to evade the Taliban, Jason details the emotional and logistical challenges of getting families to safety.
The conversation also dives into Jason’s mental health journey, his decision to step away from politics, and his work tackling veteran homelessness through Veterans Community Project. He offers valuable insights on how communities can support veterans, how America can improve veteran services, and why authentic storytelling matters in politics.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation on courage, resilience, and making an impact—one that goes beyond headlines and highlights the power of service.
