Unbroken From The Ashes

Unbroken From The Ashes
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Have you ever felt broken? Felt like you couldn’t go on? James and Jessica Ash discuss becoming “unbroken” from life’s traumas, lessons learned through hardships, mental and emotional health, and their journey. James was recently diagnosed with an incurable cancer (Multiple Myeloma); these episodes are a memorial of his experiences for his family, lessons for his sons, and those who might be going through something similar. James is a US Marine Corps combat veteran, a former firefighter, current police officer, combatives and firearms instructor. Jes grew up in a life of hardship in the pro

Episodes

  1. 03/10/2025

    Ep. 11 - Craig Douglas

    Craig Douglas spent 20 years in law enforcement with rolls as a SWAT operator, SWAT commander, and under cover narcotics detective after a tenure as an Army Ranger. Born from eye-opening and nearly life-ending experiences that showed him that traditional martial arts and defensive tactics totally fall apart under real life pressure, he was determined to find what REALLY works. He has since created a body of work that has become the industry standard for how to manage bad-breath range real-world violence, teaching around the world nearly every week of the year. Join us in this episode as we discuss these life lessons as he shares stories he’s never told publicly before. Follow Craig here: Shivworks Online: https://shivworks.com/ ShivWorks Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shivworks_official/ ShivWorks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=shivworks FOOTER: Join us on this journey and share your experiences: Follow us: - YouTube: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes - Instagram: @Unbroken.From.The.Ashes - Facebook: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes - James' Insta: @Tactical.Granola

  2. 10/05/2024

    Ep 10 - Ryan Stephens, Part 2

    Ryan Stephens is a US Marine Combat Vet, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 2nd degree Black Belt, competitive shooter, MMA practitioner, entrepreneur, and host of the viral Mindset Minute video series on TikTok Among his tours to Iraq with the Marines, Ryan served as a Combat Motorcycle Operator during the initial push into Iraq. Ryan is not only a 2nd degree black belt Martial Arts Instructor Trainer for the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, but he also earned instructor ratings in EACH of the various services martial arts programs, including the SOCP and Army Combatives Program under Matt Larsen. While these accomplishments are impressive for any man, Ryan had to overcome a history of unspeakable abuse and brokenness. Join us as Ryan Stephens takes us on the journey of how he became Unbroken. As a special bonus, at the end of each of Ryan’s episodes is one of his most viral Mindset Minute clips. Here’s where you can follow Ryan: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachthanos_actual?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Mindset Minute: https://www.tiktok.com/@mindsetminuteofficial Gray Beard Forge:https://www.instagram.com/graybeardforgemma?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== A special Thanks to Bondoc Productions for all the amazing work on the Mindset Minutes! Bondoc Productions: https://www.instagram.com/thebondoc?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

  3. 09/17/2024

    Ep 8 - Conquering Mountains Pt 1

    In Part 1 of Conquering Mountains, Jes dives into her journey on Kilimanjaro as well as her emotional struggles in surviving an abusive relationship. The courage to continue is crucial, whether facing personal challenges or conquering towering peaks. Each step and risk brings you closer to success. Join us on this journey and share your experiences; let's grow and heal together. Follow us: - YouTube: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes - Instagram: @Unbroken.From.The.Ashes - Facebook: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes James' Insta: @Tactical.Granola

  4. 09/07/2024

    Ep. 9 - Ryan Stephens, Part 1: Let me show you true freedom!

    Ryan Stephens is a US Marine Combat Vet, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 2nd degree Black Belt, competitive shooter, MMA practitioner, entrepreneur, and host of the viral Mindset Minute video series on TikTok Among his tours to Iraq with the Marines, Ryan served as a Combat Motorcycle Operator during the initial push into Iraq. Ryan is not only a 2nd degree black belt Martial Arts Instructor Trainer for the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program, but he also earned instructor ratings in EACH of the various services martial arts programs, including the SOCP and Army Combatives Program under Matt Larsen. While these accomplishments are impressive for any man, Ryan had to overcome a history of unspeakable abuse and brokenness. Join us as Ryan Stephens takes us on the journey of how he became Unbroken. As a special bonus, at the end of each of Ryan’s episodes is one of his most viral Mindset Minute clips. Here’s where you can follow Ryan: Instagram: @CoachThanos_Actual Mindset Minute: @MindsetMinuteOfficial Gray Beard Forge MMA: @GrayBeardForgeMMA A special Thanks to Bondoc Productions for all the amazing work on the Mindset Minutes! Bondoc Productions: @TheBondoc

  5. 07/10/2024

    Ep 7 - Amanda Pulley Part 2 - Becoming Unbroken

    In Part 2 of Amanda’s story, we discussed how she managed to escape from her sex traffickers and her journey to becoming physically, emotionally, and spiritually “unbroken.” Her story is absolutely incredible! Join us on this journey and share your experiences; let's grow and heal together. Follow us: YouTube: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes Unbroken Instagram: @Unbroken.From.The.Ashes James' Instagram: @Tactical.Granola Facebook: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes

  6. 07/02/2024

    Ep 6 - Amanda Pulley Part 1 - Sex Trafficking and Cult Survivor

    Amanda's story of survival of a religious cult and being sold for sex by both her "boyfriend" AND her father is simultaneously gut wrenching and deeply inspiring. Join us as we dive into Amanda's story of overcoming and becoming "Unbroken." James got pretty sick during the recording of this video and was mostly non-participatory. The melphalan chemo for the transplant kicked in hard and he visibly changed during the process of this interview. Join us on this journey and share your experiences; let's grow and heal together. Follow us: YouTube: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes Unbroken Instagram: @Unbroken.From.The.Ashes James' Insta: @Tactical.Granola Facebook: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes

  7. 06/25/2024

    Ep 5: Why We Train - Overcoming PTSD and Trauma

    In this episode, we dive into some of the major driving forces that drive our desire to train and seek out “doing hard things.” Jes talks about overcoming significant PTSD and James discusses a major turning point in his priorities after a loved one was brutally victimized. Join us on this journey and share your experiences; let's grow and heal together. Follow us: YouTube: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes Unbroken Instagram: @Unbroken.From.The.Ashes James' Insta: @Tactical.Granola Facebook: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes

  8. 06/18/2024

    Ep. 4: Battle Plans - Plan for Life's Adventures

    This episode was recorded during my first bone marrow transplant in mid-May, 2024. In this episode, we discuss the concept of "Battle Planning," how we plan for everything between climbing a mountain to managing financial goals. But first, we first have a discussion on when in life it was hardest to persevere, prompted by a random draw of a "Table Topics" card. Join us on this journey and share your experiences; let's grow and heal together. Follow us: YouTube: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes Unbroken Instagram: @Unbroken.From.The.Ashes James' Insta: @Tactical.Granola Facebook: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes

  9. 06/11/2024

    Ep. 3: Jessica Ash - Seek the Lesson

    Who is Jessica Ash?? In this episode, we dive into Jes' history of how she went from living in poverty, having a sociopathic drug-dealing father, and enduring physical and emotional abuse from loved ones to becoming an incredible mother, successful professional, and loving wife. How did Jes reinvent herself, heal, and become Unbroken? How does she find courage to seek the lessons taught through these hardships? Join us on this journey and share your experiences; let's grow and heal together. Follow us: YouTube: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes Unbroken Instagram: @Unbroken.From.The.Ashes James' Insta: @Tactical.Granola Facebook: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes

  10. 06/04/2024

    Ep. 2: James Ash - Gratitude through Suffering

    Who is James Ash?? In this episode, we dive into James' history and what has given him the ability to have fortitude, grit, and perseverance through suffering and how he has now found gratitude despite an incurable cancer diagnosis. Join us on this journey and share your experiences; let's grow and heal together. Follow us: YouTube: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes Unbroken Instagram: @Unbroken.From.The.Ashes James' Insta: @Tactical.Granola Facebook: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes

  11. 06/04/2024

    Ep 1: Find Purpose with Incurable Cancer

    We all face hardships and so many of us have been "broken" by life. We have had incredible challenges in our lives, but now we face the largest yet - an incurable cancer. In our first episode we (James and Jes) talk about why we are making ourselves extremely vulnerable in the face of Multiple Myeloma, our emotional struggles with this diagnosis, our resistance to exposing our struggles to the world, and our strategies of how we are becoming "Unbroken." Join us on this journey and share your experiences; let's grow and heal together. Follow us: YouTube: @Unbroken From the Ashes Unbroken Instagram: @Unbroken.From.The.Ashes Facebook: @Unbroken From The Ashes James' Insta: ⁠@Tactical.Granola⁠

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    Have you ever felt broken? Felt like you couldn’t go on? James and Jessica Ash discuss becoming “unbroken” from life’s traumas, lessons learned through hardships, mental and emotional health, and their journey. James was recently diagnosed with an incurable cancer (Multiple Myeloma); these episodes are a memorial of his experiences for his family, lessons for his sons, and those who might be going through something similar. James is a US Marine Corps combat veteran, a former firefighter, current police officer, combatives and firearms instructor. Jes grew up in a life of hardship in the projects near Pittsburgh and is a physician assistant since 1999. Follow us: YouTube: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes Unbroken Instagram: @Unbroken.From.The.Ashes James' Insta: @Tactical.Granola Facebook: @UnbrokenFromTheAshes

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Have you ever felt broken? Felt like you couldn’t go on? James and Jessica Ash discuss becoming “unbroken” from life’s traumas, lessons learned through hardships, mental and emotional health, and their journey. James was recently diagnosed with an incurable cancer (Multiple Myeloma); these episodes are a memorial of his experiences for his family, lessons for his sons, and those who might be going through something similar. James is a US Marine Corps combat veteran, a former firefighter, current police officer, combatives and firearms instructor. Jes grew up in a life of hardship in the pro

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  • Creator
    Unbroken From The Ashes
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
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