In this episode, we sit down with Jay King, an action-oriented advocate who has dedicated his life to supporting veterans and other vulnerable communities in need. With his extensive experience in social services, Jay works with a spirit of "yes," helping individuals find housing, employment, and critical resources to rebuild their lives. His deep empathy and commitment shine through as he connects with those he serves, offering not just help, but heart and humanity in every interaction. Based in Honolulu, Hawaii, Jay’s work has a profound impact on both the local community and the lives of those he touches. Tune in to hear how he leads with care, gusto, and unwavering dedication to making a difference for each person he supports. Episode Highlights 0:24 Introduction to Jay 1:27 Inspiration from the Peaceful Warrior book 3:15 Family foundations in Hawaii 4:29 Moved to Hawaii in the early 2000s 5:23 "Give what you want to receive" 7:06 Working with everyday heroes 9:44 Veterans' services 10:42 The paradigm shift that encouraged him to enter the Marines 13:45 There are immense humanitarian needs here at home and social workers are real heroes 15:48 Aloha (and research) in action: Getting Michael a motorized wheelchair 20:13 Case workers need the autonomy to be impactful 20:58 Benefits of working for a congressional office - the power of YES 25:00 The value of individuals is not always quantified in systems 25:36 Choice 26:15 Civic entitlement vs. authentic need 27:18 Homeless services - the greatest work is what we don't see 27:55 What does a thriving Hawaii look like? Ending choicelessness, strong leadership, livable wages and affordable housing, allocates appropriate resources 34:17 Workforce development and addressing employment and housing barriers 36:18 Sustainable housing initiative for rapid rehousing 38:08 The rising tide doesn't life all boats 39:35 Miracle workers 42:21 Finding equilibrium between compassion, firmness and service 44:26 Workforce development: We need aloha to go from internet to interview
In this episode, we sit down with Jay King, an action-oriented advocate who has dedicated his life to supporting veterans and other vulnerable communities in need. With his extensive experience in social services, Jay works with a spirit of "yes," helping individuals find housing, employment, and critical resources to rebuild their lives. His deep empathy and commitment shine through as he connects with those he serves, offering not just help, but heart and humanity in every interaction. Based in Honolulu, Hawaii, Jay’s work has a profound impact on both the local community and the lives of those he touches. Tune in to hear how he leads with care, gusto, and unwavering dedication to making a difference for each person he supports.
Episode Highlights
0:24 Introduction to Jay
1:27 Inspiration from the Peaceful Warrior book
3:15 Family foundations in Hawaii
4:29 Moved to Hawaii in the early 2000s
5:23 "Give what you want to receive"
7:06 Working with everyday heroes
9:44 Veterans' services
10:42 The paradigm shift that encouraged him to enter the Marines
13:45 There are immense humanitarian needs here at home and social workers are real heroes
15:48 Aloha (and research) in action: Getting Michael a motorized wheelchair
20:13 Case workers need the autonomy to be impactful
20:58 Benefits of working for a congressional office - the power of YES
25:00 The value of individuals is not always quantified in systems
25:36 Choice
26:15 Civic entitlement vs. authentic need
27:18 Homeless services - the greatest work is what we don't see
27:55 What does a thriving Hawaii look like? Ending choicelessness, strong leadership, livable wages and affordable housing, allocates appropriate resources
34:17 Workforce development and addressing employment and housing barriers
36:18 Sustainable housing initiative for rapid rehousing
38:08 The rising tide doesn't life all boats
39:35 Miracle workers
42:21 Finding equilibrium between compassion, firmness and service
44:26 Workforce development: We need aloha to go from internet to interview