In this powerful and emotional episode of the Brews & Cruise Podcast, host Chris Jacobson sits down with a local DJ Trivia host, Jason Rusert, who opens up about his journey from being a lifelong introvert to stepping into the spotlight after a recent autism diagnosis.

For most of his life, he stayed quiet, unsure of where he fit in. After finally receiving clarity through his diagnosis, everything began to make sense — the struggles, the silence, and the feeling of being different. Instead of letting it hold him back, he used it to understand himself, build confidence, and find his voice.

Today, he hosts DJ Trivia nights around the area, bringing people together, creating community, and standing behind a microphone he once never imagined himself holding.

This conversation dives into autism awareness, mental health, late dia ...