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Retired Navy SEAL, Jocko Willink and Director, Echo Charles discuss discipline and leadership in business, war, relationships and everyday life.

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    • Dec 11, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 712 EPISODES

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    The Jocko Podcast is a truly exceptional podcast that has had a profound impact on my life. As someone who does not have friends who share my passion for discipline, personal growth, and overcoming challenges, I see Jocko Willink and Echo Charles as my virtual buddies in this journey. The podcast has introduced me to a wide range of inspiring individuals and their stories, opening my mind to new perspectives and ideas. One aspect I particularly miss is the book reviews by Jocko himself, where he would discuss combat memoirs and extract valuable lessons from them.

    The best aspects of The Jocko Podcast are the incredible guests and their fascinating stories. Jocko's ability to delve into the lives of his guests, starting from childhood all the way to adulthood, brings out their true character and provides deep insights into their journeys. His thought-provoking questions always hit the mark, keeping listeners engaged throughout each episode. The leadership skills exhibited by both Jocko and Echo are on full display in every episode, offering practical guidance for anyone striving to become a better leader in any area of life.

    On the downside, there is very little to criticize about The Jocko Podcast. However, if there is one aspect that could be improved upon, it would be to bring back the book reviews. These segments added an extra layer of depth to the podcast and provided valuable knowledge from military history.

    In conclusion, The Jocko Podcast is a must-listen for anyone seeking motivation, wisdom, and inspiration in their daily lives. It goes beyond being solely for those in the military or involved in jujitsu; it is relevant for everyone who considers themselves fighters in their own unique ways. Each episode offers invaluable lessons that can be applied across various aspects of life. By staying open-minded and embracing new perspectives shared by diverse guests on this podcast, we can truly learn and grow as individuals. Discipline truly reigns over motivation, and The Jocko Podcast showcases this principle in action.



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    467: All It Takes Is All You Got. Risking it All For The People. With Chad Robichaux

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 153:12


    Jocko Underground: This Man At the Gym Sexually Assaulted my Female Friend. What to do?

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    466: Some Lessons Are Learned By Getting Smacked In The Face. With Lt. James Lechner

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 134:56


    Jocko Underground: Recover From Trauma | Smashing Through Set-Backs

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 11:17


    465: Black Hawk Down. Revealed Details From Somalia. Col. James Lechner

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 198:54


    >Join Jocko Underground< In 1993 Lieutenant James Lechner, a member of the 3rd Ranger Battalion, was selected for a top secret special operations task force being sent to Mogadishu, Somalia, to capture the insurgent leader Mohamed Farah Aideed. In early October, after conducting a number of raids in the city, the Task Force is called upon to conduct a daring daylight mission into the heart of Aideed's territory. During the raid, one of the Black Hawk helicopters is shot down and Lechner and his comrades are soon caught up in the fiercest combat involving US forces since the Vietnam War. Deep in the enemy's stronghold, the small group of Rangers and special operators now find themselves fighting not only to rescue the downed helicopter's crewmen, but also to save their own lives.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    464: Default Aggressive. Combat Ready Leadership From Estonia. With Estonian Spec Ops Soldier, Remo Ojaste

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 191:52


    Jocko Underground: How to Get a Higher Salary | Get Your Kids In Line

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2024 15:24


    463: Urban Warfare Perspective on Ukraine and Israel. With John Spencer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 156:52


    Jocko Underground: How to Live in Peace, Now.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2024 13:56


    462: Leadership and Social Connections in Modern Warfare. With John Spencer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 208:25


    461: A Reflection On Growing Up With Jocko as A Father. w Rana Willink

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 225:10


    Jocko Underground: Perform Under High Stress | Confrontations On The Street

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2024 9:58


    460: IT'S NOT THE OPPS!!! Destruction Comes From Within

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 90:21


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    Jocko Underground: Should Coaches Be Able To Date Students? | In a Funk? Here's What To Do

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 11:26


    459: No Matter What Happens, Keep Moving Forward. w SOG Warrior, "Dynamite" Dick Thompson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 235:39


    Jocko Underground: Your Next Mission | How to Build Self Discipline | Best Questions

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 12:20


    458: Things Will Not Go As Planned. W US Navy SEAL, Sean Murphy.

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 262:57


    >Join Jocko Underground< Sean Murphy served in special operations for 22 years where he tested himself physically and mentally. During his career he gained incredible insight into how elite teams are established, operate, and perform in austere environments. Through these experiences his dedication remains to being the best at what he does. This is the mindset and commitment he brings to you. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    457: Slogging Through Ambushes and Booby Traps. GUNS UP!!! With Vietnam Machine Gunner, Johnnie Clark

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 350:43


    Jocko Underground: How Can You Say "GOOD..." When Real Tragedy Strikes?

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    456: 1st Of The 506th. Protecting Our Way of Life. With Jason Kedzior.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 256:56


    >Join Jocko Underground< In the Battle of Ramadi, in 2005 and 2006, the soldiers from the 1st of the 506th upheld the highest traditions of bravery and professionalism-and it was an honor for SEALs from Task Unit Bruiser to fight alongside them. Jason Kedzior is one of those soldiers.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    Jocko Underground: You Care Too Much About Other People's Opinion About You

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2024 13:49


    455: Pay Attention to The Condition of Your Mind, Body, and Spirit. With Vietnam SEAL, Tom Murphy

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 180:51


    Tom Murphy is a retired SEAL Officer who served for 25 years, including combat tours as a SEAL in Vietnam.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    Jocko Underground: When Your Ready to Take Over The World, Here is Your Next Move

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2024 18:52


    454: Support Your Team and You ALL Will Overcome. With EOD Tech. Nick Kush

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 211:34


    Nick Kush, EOD, Explosive Ordnance Technician. Job: identify and dispose of enemy explosives and I.E.Ds. Battle of Ramadi.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    Jocko Underground: How to Deal with A World Full Of Snowflakes and Wimps

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2024 10:11


    453: What It Takes to Be A U.S. Navy SEAL. With Eric and Debbie Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 124:21


    Eric and Debbie Job reflect and honor the life of Navy SEAL, Ryan Job.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    Jocko Underground: How to Surround Yourself With The Best People - Best Questions Answered

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2024 10:42


    Deal with slumps from break-up or otherwise.Handle co-worker who lashes out but performs well.When you are a positive influence but others are a strong negative influence.Problems everywhere you go.Can you achieve dreams if you're a quitter?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    452: Ramadi Declassified with Col. Tony Deane

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 303:08


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    451: Jiu Jitsu on the Mats and In Life. With Miha Perhavec

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 212:53


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    Jocko Underground: Bus Sh*t Been Happening | Your Friend Group Turned On You

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 8:17


    Bus sh*t been happening.Employer didn't keep their promise. Getting hate and abuse from your friend group. Dealing with teenagers as a step parent. How to succeed in a system that is not based on merit. Leaving a $100M business to serve your country.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    450: Pronounced Dead. Still More to Do. CRACK ON. With Royal Marine, Mark Ormrod.

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 199:35


    Mark Ormrod, award-winning author, coach, mentor, motivational speaker and sought-after ambassador, was born and raised in Plymouth, Devon and in 2001 realised his lifelong ambition of joining the Royal Marines.On Christmas Eve 2007, whilst serving on operations in Afghanistan with 40 Commando Royal Marines, he was blown up by an Improvised Explosive Device, resulting in the traumatic amputation of both legs and his right arm and was twice pronounced dead.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    449: Be Loyal To Your Team, Friends, and Your Dogs. With Jay Kopelman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 165:53


    Jocko Underground: Are Veterans Taking Advantage of The System?

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    448: ONE MILLION DOLLARS. Winner Take All. Submission Fighting with Craig Jones.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 98:48


    Craig Jones talks CJI (Craig Jones Invitational) offering One Million Dollars to the winner. Also, steroids, and his co-ed match with Gabbi Garcia.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    Jocko Underground: Getting People On Board and Enthusiastic to Make It Happen.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2024 9:00


    Some simple nutritional guidance. How to get over imposter syndrome. How to raise the standards in the status quo around you. Some paths are not available to me... What should I do?Getting people on board and enthusiastic to make things happen.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    447: Everyone Who Exalts Himself Will Be Humbled. With Lynda MacFarland.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 209:52


    Lynda MacFarland. Wife of General Sean MacFarland, and Author of "Drowning in Lemonade."Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    446: Using Asymmetric Warfare To Even The Odds In Competition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 126:36


    What do we do when we are outmatched, outgunned, out-resourced? When there is an imbalance in power in competition, war, relationships, and life. Defining Asymmetric Warfare. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

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    Jocko Underground: Being Supportive At Home.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2024 12:47


    How to get your team on board with training and not slack off.When to quit. When to pivot.Does every transgression deserve punishment / disciplinary action?No time for an effective workout routine.How to best be supportive at home.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    445: Pursue Opportunity Over Passion, and Bring Your Passion to The Opportunity. With Ryan Bates.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 179:30


    Ryan Bates, former US Navy SEAL talks Military career, business, and seizing the opportunities in this life for massive success.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    Jocko Underground: Physical Punnishment.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2024 12:30


    Abandoned US Military Equipment being used against Israel?Not getting internal support to move up the chain.When your boss(es) are out of touch.Lead a team to victory with very few A-Players.Physical training as punishment, and other punishment techniques.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    444: When Outnumbered and Outgunned, FIX BAYONETS, Attack, and KEEP ATTACKING. W/ Brian Wood.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 259:41


    >Join Jocko Underground< former soldier in the Princess of Wale's Royal Regiment who was awarded the Military Cross for gallantry in the Battle of Danny Boy.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    Jocko Underground: Women Joining The Army? | Too Big, Too Heavy For Jiu Jitsu

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2024 12:13


    Problematic director of the team.Applying for a job with massive egos involved.Screen time, and productivity tips.Women in the Army? Good and safe? Or no?Big and heavy in Jiu Jitsu: how to keep everyone safe.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    443: Spiritual Warfare On The Battlefield. "Fight The Good Fight"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 107:45


    Chaplain Robert Rayburn, Army Chaplain. "Fight the Good Fight" on Chaplain Rayburns experiences in The Korean War and the lessons he learned.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    Jocko Underground: Self Confidence | Overcoming Fear of Confrontation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2024 11:58


    Self confidence issues you might be causing. Injury holding you back in life. Balancing obsessions and priorities. Making sure you're ready to begin a career path.Overcoming fears of confrontation. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    442: Breaking Records and Saving Lives. With British Special Forces Soldier, Dean Stott

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 177:19


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    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2024 9:47


    D-Day 2024. We Must Never Forget What They Did.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 16:32


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    441: Love Of Country and Aloha Spirit with Tulsi Gabbard

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 249:13


    440: Why WE Don't Learn From History.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 178:16


    History usually is the best help being a record of how things usually go wrong. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

    Jocko Underground: To Achieve Things, You Commit... But Don't Overcommit.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2024 8:42


    To Achieve Things, You Commit... But Don't Overcommit.Improving your position when an unexpected tragedy happens.Getting out of an environment that does not set you up for success.Not feeling like a man because he doesn't contribute financially to the household.In Jiu Jitsu, I might be a danger to myself and others.Getting a good routine when work hours are really odd.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

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