Jocko Podcast
Retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink and director Echo Charles discuss discipline and leadership in business, war, relationships, and everyday life.
Episodes
562: The Deadly Cost of Bad Leadership. Lessons From Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. With Bing West
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Marine combat veteran, author, and former senior defense official Bing West joins Jocko to discuss the brutal realities of war, the strategic failures of military and political leadership, and the lessons America continues to overlook. Drawing on firsthand experiences from Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan, West reveals how flawed decisions at the highest
Jocko Underground: When You're Ready For a New Chapter | Battling Fatigue In Life
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< 00:00:00 – When You're Ready For a New Chapter?00:06:33 – Struggling with chronic fatigue syndrome?00:13:32 – Are leaders born with natural leadership abilities, or can leadership be learned?00:24:00 – How do I choose between multiple job offers, and what advice do you have for starting my career?00:43:28 – How do I recognize that I'm not good e
561: The Art Of Command. Action, Initiative, and Judgement.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Breaking down General Melvin Zais’s 1977 speech Leadership and the Art of Command, exploring action, initiative, delegation, discipline, judgment, and the realities of leading people. After a lifetime of combat and command, Zais ultimately reduces effective leadership to one essential principle: you must care about your people. 00:00 – General Melvin Z
Jocko Underground: My View on Non-Combatant Military Members | How to Get Your Life Back
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< 00:01:06 — Do combat veterans view conscientious objectors/noncombatant medics as honorable?00:05:34 — My 3-year-old may have autism and kids are starting to make fun of him. How do I help him—and myself—handle it?00:24:30 — I got sober and used harsh self-criticism to stay disciplined. How do I shift toward self-compassion without losing discipline?00:
560: Leadership Is A Skill. Train It. With Jamie Cochran.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Jamie Cochran breaks down real-world leadership lessons from Echelon Front clients and organizations. They discuss overcoming resistance, merging cultures, developing leaders, taking ownership without doing everything yourself, and why leadership is a skill that must be continuously practiced. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcas
Jocko Underground: The Reality When Your Boss Sucks and You Don't Respect Him At All.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< 00:40 — How do I respect a leader I don’t respect or trust?15:21 — How do I solve problems aggressively without being out of control?27:22 — Should I keep pursuing more responsibility if it’s making work stressful?38:55 — How do I stay calm when my kids are melting down?54:38 — How important is competing in Jiu-Jitsu, and is it worth the injury risk?Sup
559: Turning Unimaginable Loss Into Purpose. The Legacy of Marc Lee. With Debbie Mama Lee
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Twenty years after Navy SEAL Marc Lee was killed in Ramadi, his mother Debbie “Mama Lee” Lee joins Jocko and Echo to reflect on grief, faith, brotherhood, and the legacy Marc left behind. They discuss the work of America’s Mighty Warriors, helping veterans heal from the invisible wounds of war, supporting Gold Star families, and turning unimaginable los
558: What We Can Learn From John Spencer Almost Dying 20 Times.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Urban warfare expert and retired Army officer John Spencer returns to share stories from 20 Times I Almost Died, from Ranger School and Iraq to Ukraine, Gaza, and some incredibly close calls. Along the way, John and Jocko break down leadership, intuition, modern warfare, resilience, and the importance of developing a personal code to live by.00:00 – Joh
Jocko Underground: This is How to be a Dependable Warrior.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< How to be a dependable warrior.At what point does being ultra competitive become a weakness?How to mentally get back on track in life.How to kick the remaining vices in your life.How to guide a 3 year old in life.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
557: Stop Waiting for the Perfect Answer. Go.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Every decision has consequences—and the small decisions made repeatedly can eventually shape your entire life. Jocko and Echo break down how to make better decisions under uncertainty, when to trust experience and intuition, how to avoid paralysis through analysis, and why effective leaders take action, learn, and adapt.00:00 — Decisions: The Choices T
Jocko Underground: The Guy Who Called Out Rener Gracie's Purple Belts and Got Embarrassed.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< The Guy Who Called Out Rener Gracie's Purple Belts and Got Embarrassed. Maxed out for time, but training for a personal challenge.How to solve a problem riddled worker on your team.When a workout partner doesn't have as much dedication.Got beat up by my wife's guy friend.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusiv
556: The World Belongs to the Brazen and The Brave.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Continuing examination of René Quinton's Maxims on War, exploring courage, danger, ambition, leadership, obedience, and the randomness of combat. The discussion ultimately comes back to a powerful principle for war and everyday life: learn to distinguish real danger from the danger created by your imagination.00:00 — Maxims on War: Extreme Views and
555: The Nature Of Man Is War
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< René Quinton’s extreme ideas about war, human nature, struggle, and heroism. They examine why humans are drawn to conflict and why a life of comfort may be something worth fighting against.0:00 – René Quinton & Maxims on War 4:21 – Does Human Nature Love War? 13:22 – Competition vs. Collaboration 16:10 – The Male Psyche: Friend or Foe 24:05 – Why M
Jocko Underground: The Safety Protocol for Your Kids When They're On Their Own.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< What is the safety protocol for your kids when they are on their own.Training Jiu Jitsu with limitations.The difference between a leadership failure and a hiring failure.How to eliminate crippling doubt while achieving your goals in life.What to do if you suspect your leadership is working against you .Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jo
554: Maximum Efficiency On The Front Lines of Battle and Life
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Breaking down raw, firsthand combat lessons from U.S. Army soldiers fighting their way through World War II—lessons written in the field by men who had just experienced the consequences of good decisions, bad decisions, aggression, hesitation, discipline, and leadership.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: Jonah Hill's Tough Talk About His Jiu Jitsu Skill.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Jonah Hill's Tough Talk About His Jiu Jitsu Skill.The best way to get forgiveness after terrible behavior in the past.Thoughts on the worries of climate change and the worlds problems.How to save your marriage if it's on thin ice.Sacrificing sleep for more time during the day.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusi
553: Becoming Brothers Through Battle, Death, and Honor in Ramadi. With Miguel "Pitbull" Santana.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Book: Unheard Voices The Fight For Ramadi: A Soldier’s Memoir From Combat Outpost Falcon In 2006, Miguel “Pitbull” Santana and his soldiers entered Ramadi, Iraq—a city many believed was already lost. What followed was months of relentless combat, sacrifice, loss, and brotherhood. Miguel joins Jocko to tell the story from the ground: the firefights, the
Jocko Underground: Why Do People Refuse to Learn or Talk About The Future Of The World Around Us?
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< People don't want to learn about what's coming in the future.The differences in our definition of "Leadership".How to get your kids to take on interests that stick.What to do when you've outgrown the drinking crowd.What to do if you have trust issues with women.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-
552: How The Mindset of A Sniper Apply to Life. With JP Dinnell.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Being a sniper isn't just about shooting. It's about observation, patience, preparation, adaptability, and making the right decision at exactly the right moment. Jocko and JP Dinnell explore the unseen skills behind elite snipers, telling stories from combat while revealing how those same habits create success in leadership, business, and life.S
Jocko Underground: If Someone Is From Iran and Wants to Move to The USA?
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< If Someone Is From Iran and Wants to Move to The USA?How to earn respect from people with more experience in life.How to be excellent while balancing family, health, and life.How to be more of an action-taker.How to make things happen when you don't think you have the power or authority.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/
551: Relationships Over Rank. Trust Over Authority
>Subscribe to Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Breaking down why strong relationships consistently outperform rank, how great leaders develop confident teams instead of micromanaging them, and why every interaction is an opportunity to train. From chain of command to building trust, this episode is a practical guide to creating teams that win under pressure.Support this podcast at — https://
Jocko Underground: Keep Your Insanity In a Frustrating World
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< How to Keep Your Insanity In a Frustrating World. Uncontrollable hygiene issues on the Jiu Jitsu mats? Moral-driven altercations in public. What to do. Feeling aimless in life, here's what to do. Rebuilding your life after you messed it up. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
550: The Company Commander's Playbook for Leadership
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Using the Marine Corps Company Commander's Handbook as a guide, Jocko and Echo discuss what every leader should know before taking over a team: setting expectations, establishing a command philosophy, earning trust, leading through influence, and creating a culture where people thrive.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/ex
Jocko Underground: Break The Cycle - Getting Over The Trauma of An Abusive Parent.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Getting Over The Trauma of An Abusive Parent.Should you get in shape before starting JiuJitsu?What to do when your ex is publicly smearing your reputation.How to get two groups to work together who don't like each other.How to handle people around you who don't seem to care about your emotions.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/joc
549: Everyone is Judging—and Being Judged. Breaking Down Self-Awareness, Humility, and Respect
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Everyone is judging—and being judged. Breaking down how self-awareness, humility, and respect determine your effectiveness as a leader, why perception matters, and how ego quietly destroys influenceSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: Is It Possible to Get The Actual Truth From Modern Media?
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Is It Possible to Get The Actual Truth From Modern Media? How to prepare for a baby on the way. Getting the most out of learning Jiu Jitsu moves as a beginner. How to motivate a complacent person. Chasing a risky dream when you have a stable job. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
548: The Importance of Morale and How to Develop It.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< The military review US Army Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, again, November 1960Drawing from rarely discussed military journals written during the Cold War, Jocko and Echo explore the timeless principles behind morale, trust, courage, and why some leaders inspire extraordinary effort while others don't.Support this podca
Jocko Underground: What to do When Life Seems To Be Unsatisfying.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< What to do When Life Seems To Be Unsatisfying.How to excel when you get promoted quickly.Are you living life by any code?Are you contemplating law enforcement?The best way to get over a bad day on the mats and in life.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
547: How to Master Uncertainty. With (Ret) SEAL Commander, Rich Diviney
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Retired Navy SEAL officer Rich Diviney returns to break down why fear isn't the enemy—uncertainty is. From combat and BUD/S to business and everyday life, Rich explains practical methods for staying composed under pressure, overcoming anxiety, and performing when the stakes are highest.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/ex
Jocko Underground: Getting Over Overwhelming Sadness and Guilt from Tragedy.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Getting over overwhelming guilt from tragedy. How should civilians respectfully ask veterans about their combat experiences without minimizing their sacrifices or making them uncomfortable?As a new Navy chaplain, how can I best earn the trust of sailors and Marines while helping them through life's toughest challenges?Should I transfer to another o
546: The Myth of Being in Control: Marine Corps Doctrine on Command and Control
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Why the best leaders stop trying to control everything. Jocko and Cory break down Marine Corps doctrine on command and control, explaining why decentralized leadership, trust, feedback, and initiative outperform micromanagement in business, combat, and life.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: Is It Reasonable to Relax Your Situational Awareness Sometimes?
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< 1. Sleep or Stay Alert?Question: As a frequent traveler, how do you balance situational awareness with the need to sleep while traveling?2. Is It Time to Leave Law Enforcement?Question: With police officers increasingly being prosecuted after use-of-force incidents, when should an officer consider changing careers?3. Missing the Team I BuiltQuestion: Af
545: The Journey Through Pain, Purpose, and Resilience. With Mason Wright.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Mason Wright ("Buff Runner") went from childhood trauma, loss, and depression to completing a 1,000-mile run around a high school track. In this conversation, he shares how sports saved him, how he survived some of the darkest moments of his life, and why suffering can become a tool for growth. A powerful discussion on resilience, discipline, an
544: How Good Men Lose Their Moral Compass
>Join Jocko Underground: Full Episodes< Drawing from hard lessons learned during wartime, Jocko and Echo explore the psychological traps that cause individuals and organizations to drift from their values. A deep discussion on ethics, responsibility, leadership, and the warning signs that trouble is ahead.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
543: Don't Wait to Get Punched in the Face. The Best Way to Adapt And Learn.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< The world keeps changing. Your competition is learning. Are you? Looking into the power of adaptation, effective teaching, uncertainty, and the mindset required to keep growing when everyone else is standing still. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: Losing My Faith in Humanity and The World.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Losing My Faith in Humanity and The World. Could you take a dangerous submission to the limit if you had to? Taking a promotion and more money but stress on the family. Should you move out of your town because of social political reasons? Can't seem to get into the shape I want to be in. Feeling a bit useless after service.Support this podcast at
542: Stronghold: War, Rescue, and Resistance. With Ephraim Mattos
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Ephraim Mattos explains how Stronghold Rescue & Relief trains local people to save lives in one of the world’s deadliest ongoing conflicts.Stronghold Rescue | https://strongholdrescue.org/The Overwatch | https://www.theoverwatch.co/Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: When Your Disciplined Life Has Left You Lonely w/ No Social Connections
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< When your disciplined lifestyle has left you lonely and lacking social connections. Meeting The Standard To Be Prepared For Service And Life. What to do: I committed my life to a career I don't like. Establishing boundaries with parents and in-laws. Moving to up to the "Political" level in your job--Things to be aware of. Support this p
541: Skills, Struggle, and Responsibility. With Jimmy May.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Jimmy May returns to discuss life after the military, helping veterans transition, building stronger families, and teaching the next generation resilience and responsibility.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: The Dangers and Protocol of Carrying A Gun in An Altercation.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< The Dangers and Protocol of Carrying A Gun in An Altercation.When there's a problematic co-worker that is in good with the boss.How Ecclesiastes wisdom informs the philosophy of Extreme Ownership.How to teach and be a role model to modern young people.What path to pursue in life, and why.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/
540: Saved By The Corps. From A Path of Destruction, to Success. With Ben Ingram.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Ben Ingram was headed toward prison or worse. Drugs, street fights, and survival mode defined his youth—until one decision changed everything: joining the Marines. Warriors In Need <Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: How To Deal With Public Transgressions Against You from Someone.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< How To Deal With Public Transgressions Against You from Someone. Teaching the new generation when the odds are stacked against them. Dealing with jealousy, grief, and loss... all at the same time. How do we feel about crying in Jiu Jitsu? Dealing with resentment that can happen in a blended family. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/j
539: Elevate From The Gray Slop In Your Head.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Breaking down the battle between the limbic system and the prefrontal cortex — emotion versus reason. Why people panic, escalate conflict, make terrible decisions, and how to detach from the “gray slop” in your head.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: Struggling with Measuring Up to Your Fiance's Ex.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Insecurity with comparing yourself to her ex. Insecure and sensitive boss. What to do when you feel stuck in your career. What to do when your kid is scared to take Jiu Jitsu class. What to do when you're struggling to find purpose in life.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
538: The Legendary Speech on How Leaders Should Lead. Major C.A. Bach Back, 1917.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Breaking down Major C.A. Bach’s legendary 1917 leadership speech and separates timeless leadership truths from outdated doctrine. They cover earning respect instead of demanding it, why confidence comes from preparation, when leaders should apologize, how to avoid becoming a power-tripping boss, and why the best leaders quietly sacrifice for their teams
Jocko Underground: Would Jocko Do An MMA Fight? | Career Opportunity VS Family Needs
>Get Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Would Jocko Do An MMA fight? When you should and shouldn't get a dog. Getting a hold of a haphazard schedule and staying on the path. What to do if you think you have a good leader, but a bad team. Career opportunity VS family needs.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
537: We See What's Happening But Miss What's Going On.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< We see the movement, the noise, and the surface-level events—but miss the forces shaping the bigger picture. This episode breaks down how to see what’s really going on. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: When To Walk Away From Your Significant Other. And Don't Look Back.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< When To Walk Away From Your Significant Other.When your kid seems to be losing their drive to succeed. When you feel like you are not up to the standard at your job. Dealing with the conflict of how your wife deals with emotions. Finishing school might not be the right move. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-conten
536: Ramadi: Sacrifice, Brotherhood, and The Return. w/ William "Spanky" Gibson
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< A Marine’s journey through Ramadi, the realities of combat, and the strength required to return after devastating injury. A conversation about duty, brotherhood, and enduring hardship.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: Sometimes We See People Treating Kids Horribly.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Seeing other's mistreat kids is bothersome. When should you move out of the house?Dealing with a traumatic experience on the job. Dealing with setbacks when your physicality is part of your identity. The basic tenets to live by.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
535: Keeping Things Humorous Can Keep You Humble. With Kingsley A. Pinderhughes III aka KingPix Media.
>Join Jocko Underground< Kingsley Pinderhughes III not only teaches how humility can keep you humble, but also how to PUNCH OUT AND GO TO WORK. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: Is Kids' Screen Time Stunting Their Development?
>Join Jocko Underground< Kids and screen time. Tips for managing your home. Should you always stick to your life's plan and goals? 90% of Fights go to the ground... is this true? Conundrums with dating a co-worker. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
534: Soldiers, SEALs, and Ramadi. Leading In The Most Challenging Combat Environment. With Company Commander, Jason Pelletier
>Join Jocko Underground< A U.S. Army infantry officer forged by a brutal childhood and hardened in the Battle of Ramadi, Jason Pelletier shares how his unit fought, adapted, and passed on hard-earned lessons that helped keep SEALs and soldiers alive in one of Iraq’s most violent cities.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: Should Dogs Be Allowed On The Jiu Jitsu Mats? The Debate.
>Join Jocko Underground Full Episodes< Should dogs be allowed on the mats?Should you stick it out for 2 more years in a difficult job to get good retirement benefits?Dealing with a massive ego hungry for recognition.How to calm your brain of guilt and regret for the outcome of your past actions?What to do when your son falls of the disciplined path and puts his future at risk.Support this po
533: Vietnam '68-War, Life, Leadership, and Loss w Marine NCO Jack W. Jaunal
>Join Jocko Underground<A raw look at war through Vietnam 68: Jax’s Journal by Jack W. Jaunal. Learn to write things down before they’re gone, own your mistakes before they grow, and understand the true weight leaders carry in life and death.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: Make It All Happen On Your Own Steam - No Support, Home Gym, Your Future
>Join Jocko Underground< Home Gym, Easy. Jiu Jitsu Training schedule on limited time. Want to join, but family might not approve. My parents worry about my joining. Good job and salary VS my desire to serve.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
532: Economic Warfare. The Power of Business In America. Sam Rogers, Joe Cruz, Steve Simar.
>Join Jocko Underground<Three men, Sam, Joe, and Steve, from different backgrounds come together to build a company from scratch—through risk, setbacks, and relentless execution. This episode breaks down what it really takes to start and grow a business, the power of small business in America, and the mindset required to win.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclu
Jocko Underground: How To Develop The "I Don't Quit" Mind Set.
>Join Jocko Underground<How to develop the "I don't quit" mind set. Great job with lots of money, but no passion. How to deal with your spouse complaining about everything and not fixing it. How to balance staying on the Path and Having a Life. Understanding suicide. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
531: Technology is Advancing and You Can't Stop It. Blackbox A.I. Robert and Richard Rizk.
>Join Jocko Underground< Blackbox unifies every major AI agent into one powerful platform. One subscription. One workflow. Unlimited possibilities.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: What Would You Do If Someone Steals From You?
>Join Jocko Underground< How to prepare for a future to be proud of.How to deal with a pathological liar.How to bounce back from failure.How to get back on the Path after you fell off.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
530: The 8 Life Lessons to Keep Your Head Above Water. With Andy Stumpf
>Join Jocko Underground< Throughout his 17-year career, Andy executed hundreds of combat operations throughout the world in support of the Global War on Terror. He was medically retired in June of 2013. His awards and decorations include 5 Bronze Star Medals (Four with Valor), the Purple Heart, the Joint Service Commendation Medal, The Navy and Marine Corp Commendation Medal with Valor, Thre
Jocko Underground: The Ups and Downs If You Won The Lottery
>Join Jocko Underground< The Ups and Downs If You Won The Lottery. What to do against the evil in the world today. How to support your partner in the way that they need. What to do if your daughter develops an eating disorder. How to lead people who have no responsibility to you.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
529: Firebase Kate Was Under Siege, Surrounded, Outgunned. With Capt. Bill "Hawk" Albracht
>Join Jocko Underground< Abandoned in Hell: The Fight for Vietnam's Firebase Kate: When Firebase Kate was surrounded by a determined enemy force, there were no guarantees of relief and no easy way out. Cut off, outnumbered, and under constant attack, the men on the hill had one mission: hold the line and survive. This is the story of fear, faith, leadership under fire, and the breakout
Jocko Underground: Making The Mental Shift Upward
>Join Jocko Underground< How to make the mental shift upward.How to overcome feelings of inferiority after failure.More money VS More Family time.How to deal with Long-Talkers who waste time with words.Lost motivation after success. How bad do you want it?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
528: Real Rank and Real Authority is Earned.
>Join Jocko Underground< Breaking down a 1965 U.S. Army manual, Basic Problems in Small Unit Leadership, and show how its lessons still apply today. They explore the fundamentals of leadership: building trust, developing confidence, balancing mission and people, and creating psychological “steel” within a team.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
Jocko Underground: How to Get Your Wife on The Path | Wife Won't Let Me Be The Man of The House
>Join Jocko Underground<How to get your wife on The Path. How to take the role of The Man Of The House / traditional man. What to do when you're calling is to serve. How to utilize confidence without letting pride get in the way. Bounce back better than ever after a break up.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
527: From Ego to Execution, and The Path to Command. With Nate Fry
>Join Jocko Underground< Nathan Fry shares the hard lessons that shaped his journey from a frustrated young officer to a battalion commander in the Vermont National Guard. Through failures, second chances, elite mountain training, and combat leadership, he explains why mentorship matters, why ego gets leaders in trouble, and why preparing people — not just equipment — is what ultimately wins
Jocko Underground: How Can Jocko Not Step Up and Talk About America's Short-Comings?
>Join Jocko Underground<How Can Jocko Not Step Up and Talk About ICE and Their Actions? Dealing with favoritism in the workplace. Is getting a dog just added stress? Is it a good idea to bring a child into this world we live in today? How to find the "good" in illness.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
526: The 18 Things That Make You A Bad Soldier and a Bad Leader, In Battle and in Life.
>Join Jocko Underground< Breaking down a 1951 U.S. Army research report based on interviews with 57 infantrymen fighting in Korean War. The episode pulls blunt, field-tested answers on what makes a good vs. poor combat man and leader—things like combat know-how, staying on task under pressure, remaining calm, taking care of gear, putting the team first, and giving clear, fair leadership. The
Jocko Underground: What to do When You're At a Low Point In Life with No Options and Surrounded by Toxicity.
>Join Jocko Underground<How and when to teach your kids to lead. How to handle confrontations in public. Training advice for a hard goal. I'm at rock-bottom with nothing going for me. Being grateful for your position and job VS. Living up to your potential.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
525: Why Action Beats Analyzing. The Soldier and The Statesman.
>Join Jocko Underground<Breakdown of Soldiers and Soldiering by Field Marshal Archibald Wavell. They discuss the tension between soldiers and politicians, the importance of initiative and decentralized command, and what truly defines good leadership in war and life. The conversation covers discipline, toughness, morale, training, communication, and why action beats hesitation. Throughout, th
Jocko Underground: A Message For You If You Think You Should Be More Than You Currently Are.
>Join Jocko Underground< A Message For Your If You Think You Should Be More Than You Currently Are.Getting older, but you can still stay in the game and on the path.How to settle Disagreements with future inlaws about wedding details.When I'm off duty, I still feel like a scared kid. What to do.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
524: How Soldiers and Soldiering Reflect Real Life Every Single Day
>Join Jocko Underground<Focusing on what makes effective commanders: robustness under stress, calmness, boldness, common sense, logistics, and staying connected to the troops—plus why “luck” usually follows action and risk. Breaking down leadership lessons from Field Marshal Archibald Wavell (and his “In Praise of Infantry” / Soldiers and Soldiering). Support this podcast at — https://redci
Jocko Underground: Would You Take a Loss of Rank For More Convenience?
>Join Jocko Underground< Would you take a demotion in rank for convenience? Handle vindictive gatekeepers. Feeling ashamed of your service like you didn't do enough? How to deal with people who need to be put in their place. Give big time advice to small-time people.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content
523: Honor, Commitment, Sacrifice, and Faith. What It Takes to Get Through Hell. With U.S. Marine, Landon Longgrear
>Join Jocko Underground<Landon Longgrear was a United States Marine who answered the call to serve with quiet resolve, carrying the weight of duty far from home into the unforgiving terrain of Afghanistan. His life stands as a testament to courage without fanfare—proof that honor is often written not in words, but in sacrifice.U.S. Marines at the Battle for Sangin is a battle-intensive and d
Jocko Underground: How To End Drama When You're Caught In The Middle.
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