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564: Overcoming Fear, Making Movies, and the Way of the Warrior Kid. With McG.
28 oktober 2026 · 3 uur 5 min
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Director, producer, and filmmaker McG joins Jocko Willink and Echo Charles to share his extraordinary journey from the Southern California punk rock scene to directing some of Hollywood's biggest films.
McG discusses working with Sugar Ray, Korn, and other legendary bands, breaking into Hollywood with Charlie's Angels, and the crippling anxiety that nearly destroyed his career when he couldn't board a plane to direct Superman. He explains how exposure therapy, discipline, and persistence helped him reclaim his life.
The conversation explores personal tragedy, overcoming fear, leadership, filmmaking, the realities of Hollywood, and the making of Way of the Warrior Kid, starring Chris Pratt.
A discussion about creativity, courage, resilience, and refusing to let fear dictate your future.
00:00:00 - Introduction: McG
00:01:39 - Growing Up in Newport Beach and Discovering Rock & Roll
00:05:47 - Battling Severe Anxiety and Panic Attacks
00:09:40 - Sugar Ray, Korn, and Breaking Into Music Videos
00:14:53 - Directing Charlie's Angels and Breaking Into Hollywood
00:19:03 - Losing Superman and Overcoming Fear
00:38:12 - Tragedy, Mental Health, and Finding Hope
00:59:00 - Personal Loss, Hollywood, and Lessons in Leadership
01:47:00 - Making Way of the Warrior Kid with Chris Pratt
02:35:16 - Bringing the Story to Life and Final Reflections
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Jocko Underground: Turn an Inferior Mindset Into an Iron Mindset
26 oktober 2026 · 11 min
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00:22 – Turn an Inferior Mindset into an iron mindset
18:03 – Military mission-planning principles to the emotional and financial challenges of other missions in everyday life.
24:58 – How do I cope with the death of my son, support my wife and surviving child, and find a way forward through grief?
30:37 – How do I detach from a difficult marriage while remaining fully committed to my responsibilities as a father?
41:27 – How do I distinguish between fulfilling my duty to my family and using responsibility as an excuse to avoid taking risks and pursuing my ambitions?
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563: The 3 Traits Every Great Leader Must Have According to Gen. Matthew Ridgway
21 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 20 min
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Examining General Matthew Ridgway's timeless leadership principles, exploring the importance of character, courage, competence, and the moral strength to challenge bad decisions. From the battlefields of World War II and Korea to the distractions of modern life, they discuss what it takes to lead effectively, stay prepared, and earn the trust of others.
00:00:00 – General Matthew Ridgway: A Legendary Military Leader
00:05:33 – Is Leadership an Art or a Science?
00:10:03 – The Three Keys to Leadership: Character, Courage, and Competence
00:14:21 – Self-Discipline, Responsibility, and Leading by Example
00:20:41 – Physical Courage vs. Moral Courage
00:28:29 – When Good Leaders Must Challenge Orders
00:36:32 – Physical Fitness as a Leadership Requirement
00:48:38 – Modern Convenience Is Making Us Weak
00:56:32 – Be Ready: Leadership Requires Preparation and Presence
01:01:13 – Knowing Your People, Developing Leaders, and Leading from the Front
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Jocko Underground: Issues With Training Jiu Jitsu with Women Partners.
19 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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00:29 — Training Jiu-Jitsu With Women: My wife is uncomfortable with me rolling with women?
08:55 — Being a Warrior With a Disability?
16:06 — Regretting Wasted Years: How do I stop regretting lost time and know I'm doing enough?
23:57 — Dealing With a Disruptive Teenager.
36:47 — Military Service in the Age of Drones.
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562: The Deadly Cost of Bad Leadership. Lessons From Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan. With Bing West
14 oktober 2026 · 2 uur 24 min
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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 levels can have devastating consequences on the battlefield.
00:00:00 – The Brutal Reality of Combat in Vietnam
00:04:17 – Bing West's Early Life and Marine Corps Career
00:08:42 – The Strategic Failures of the Vietnam War
00:14:49 – Winning the Trust of the Local Population
00:21:56 – The Deadly Cost of Search and Destroy
00:33:41 – The CIA, RAND Corporation, and Origins of Navy SEAL Operations
00:44:45 – Iraq, General Mattis, and the Importance of Decentralized Command
00:52:29 – Fallujah, Ramadi, and the Consequences of Emotional Decisions
01:07:00 – Political Leadership and the War in Iraq
01:25:00 – Afghanistan: Repeating the Mistakes of Vietnam
01:44:50 – The Jupiter Complex: The Danger of American Arrogance
01:57:45 – America's Military Readiness and the Future of Warfare
02:12:35 – Leadership, Accountability, and America's Future
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Jocko Underground: When You're Ready For a New Chapter | Battling Fatigue In Life
12 oktober 2026 · 11 min
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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 enough and need to improve without constantly beating myself up?
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561: The Art Of Command. Action, Initiative, and Judgement.
7 oktober 2026 · 1 uur 18 min
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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 Zais: A Lifetime of Leadership
02:16 – Leadership Defies Definition
08:24 – Stop Talking. Take Action.
17:36 – The Basics of Good Leadership
24:59 – The “It Factor,” Luck, and Creating Opportunity
32:30 – Leadership Is Getting Others to Perform
44:40 – Be FOR Something, Not Against Everything
50:02 – You Must Care
52:40 – What Caring Actually Looks Like
59:30 – You Have to Actually Like Your People
1:03:21 – Discipline Without Breaking People
1:05:46 – Finding the Line
1:08:12 – Caring Is in Your Own Best Interest
1:09:34 – Taking Care of Your People Means Pushing Them
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Jocko Underground: My View on Non-Combatant Military Members | How to Get Your Life Back
5 oktober 2026 · 10 min
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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?
00:33:03 — After several devastating life events, I’ve fallen into drinking, weed, and avoiding my goals. How do I get my head right and attack life again?
00:40:00 — I’m a high-school strength coach burned out by an unsupportive administration. How do I stay committed to the kids while deciding whether to fight or build an exit plan?
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560: Leadership Is A Skill. Train It. With Jamie Cochran.
30 september 2026 · 2 uur 29 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: The Reality When Your Boss Sucks and You Don't Respect Him At All.
28 september 2026 · 14 min
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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?
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559: Turning Unimaginable Loss Into Purpose. The Legacy of Marc Lee. With Debbie Mama Lee
23 september 2026 · 2 uur 24 min
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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 loss into a mission to help others.
00:00 – 20 Years Since Mark Lee’s Death
Mama Lee reflects on losing Mark, faith, grief, and the extraordinary legacy that has grown from his sacrifice.
14:40 – Mama Lee Returns
Debbie Lee joins Jocko and Echo to reflect on the Task Unit Bruiser reunion and seeing Mark’s teammates together again after 20 years.
25:12 – Brotherhood Forged in Ramadi
Remembering fallen teammates, reconnecting with old friends, and why staying connected to the people who shared the experience matters.
35:22 – Random Acts of Kindness
How Mark’s final message inspired America’s Mighty Warriors to provide immediate help to veterans, military families, and others in crisis.
39:30 – Choosing to Keep Fighting Through Grief
Mama Lee describes the devastation of losing a child and the decision to turn that pain into purpose and service.
45:28 – You Won’t Feel Like This Forever
Jocko and Mama Lee discuss the overwhelming nature of grief, losing control of your emotions, and learning to ride the wave until you can move forward.
1:00:35 – Get It Out of Your Head
Why talking, writing, sharing stories, and connecting with others can help process pain instead of allowing it to grow darker inside.
1:12:40 – Healing the Invisible Wounds of War
Mama Lee explains Helping Heroes Heal, traumatic brain injuries, blast exposure, sleep problems, suicide, and the veterans whose lives have been changed through treatment.
1:26:00 – Helping Veterans and Gold Star Families Heal
The retreats, treatment programs, and plans for a dedicated facility designed to bring veterans and …
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558: What We Can Learn From John Spencer Almost Dying 20 Times.
16 september 2026 · 3 uur 9 min
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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 – John Spencer: 20 Times I Almost Died
02:53 – Kashmir: India, Pakistan & Modern Warfare
05:10 – Lebanon, Hezbollah & the Changing Battlefield
11:17 – Ukraine, Drones & the Future of War
15:54 – Inside a Hamas Tunnel Under Gaza
24:43 – Iraq: Common Sense, Orders & Leadership
39:08 – The IED Trap: Trusting Your Intuition
45:28 – “Pepper”: The Fight That Cost John His Ear
1:08:27 – The “Sopranos of Baghdad” & Humility
1:29:02 – Ukraine, Bucha & the Will to Resist
1:38:00 – Ranger School: “You Can Always Quit Tomorrow”
1:44:03 – The Best Ranger Competition & a 40-Foot Fall
1:55:48 – Iraq: A Deadly Humvee Crash & Duty
2:01:31 – Azerbaijan’s Special Forces & the Battle of Shusha
2:11:08 – Going Full Rambo as an OPFOR Soldier
2:16:01 – The Mission to Capture Saddam Hussein
2:27:05 – The Current Situation in Gaza
2:42:38 – Who Are You? Building a Code to Live By
2:53:21 – Closing Thoughts With John Spencer
2:54:19 – Jocko & Echo Closing / Supporters
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Jocko Underground: This is How to be a Dependable Warrior.
14 september 2026 · 11 min
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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.
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557: Stop Waiting for the Perfect Answer. Go.
9 september 2026 · 1 uur 37 min
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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 That Shape Your Life
03:33 — How the Marine Corps Teaches Decision-Making
11:50 — Take the Initiative: Keep Them on Their Heels
18:14 — Logic, Intuition, and Emotion
24:57 — Analytical vs. Instinctive Decision-Making
26:28 — Stop Overthinking. Take a Small Action.
34:26 — Detachment: The Decision-Making Superpower
41:34 — The 70% Solution: Stop Waiting for Perfect
46:07 — The OODA Loop: Observe, Orient, Decide, Act
58:46 — Adapt Faster Than the Situation Changes
1:01:23 — Failure, Fear, and Learning Through Action
1:06:13 — Small Decisions, Fast Feedback, Constant Adjustment
1:15:37 — When Being Too Adaptable Becomes a Problem
1:17:59 — Wargaming: Prepare for What Could Go Wrong
1:20:38 — Jocko’s Extreme Ownership Leadership Loop
1:22:29 — Don’t Get Stuck. Make the Decision. Act.
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Jocko Underground: The Guy Who Called Out Rener Gracie's Purple Belts and Got Embarrassed.
7 september 2026 · 21 min
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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.
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556: The World Belongs to the Brazen and The Brave.
2 september 2026 · 1 uur 21 min
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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 Human Nature
05:34 — War, Death, and the Randomness of Combat
16:57 — Courage, Promotion, and the Danger of Ambition
23:27 — Bravery, Jealousy, and the Power of Example
28:51 — When Danger Becomes Real
34:22 — Real Danger vs. Imagined Danger
40:20 — Courage vs. Recklessness
48:44 — The Leader Multiplies the Team
51:07 — Why It's Easier to Obey Than Decide
57:25 — Questioning Orders and the Burden of Command
1:04:55 — Cowardly Leaders and Decentralized Command
1:11:25 — Do Hard Things. Don't Let Fear Stop You.
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555: The Nature Of Man Is War
26 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 30 min
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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 Men Seek Risk, Combat & Danger
31:00 – Tribalism, Fighting & Understanding Jiu-Jitsu
37:04 – Service, Sacrifice & the Nature of Heroes
49:44 – Success, Wealth & Why the Process Matters
58:57 – What Makes a Hero?
1:07:02 – War, Hardship & Why We Reject the Easy Life
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Jocko Underground: The Safety Protocol for Your Kids When They're On Their Own.
24 augustus 2026 · 12 min
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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 .
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554: Maximum Efficiency On The Front Lines of Battle and Life
19 augustus 2026 · 1 uur 45 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: Jonah Hill's Tough Talk About His Jiu Jitsu Skill.
17 augustus 2026 · 25 min
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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.
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553: Becoming Brothers Through Battle, Death, and Honor in Ramadi. With Miguel "Pitbull" Santana.
12 augustus 2026 · 3 uur 23 min
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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 men who saved each other's lives, the leaders who went first, and the bonds that remain unbroken twenty years later.
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Jocko Underground: Why Do People Refuse to Learn or Talk About The Future Of The World Around Us?
10 augustus 2026 · 14 min
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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.
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552: How The Mindset of A Sniper Apply to Life. With JP Dinnell.
5 augustus 2026 · 2 uur 18 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: If Someone Is From Iran and Wants to Move to The USA?
3 augustus 2026 · 9 min
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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.
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551: Relationships Over Rank. Trust Over Authority
29 juli 2026 · 2 uur 4 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: Keep Your Insanity In a Frustrating World
27 juli 2026 · 12 min
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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.
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550: The Company Commander's Playbook for Leadership
22 juli 2026 · 2 uur 11 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: Break The Cycle - Getting Over The Trauma of An Abusive Parent.
20 juli 2026 · 11 min
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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.
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549: Everyone is Judging—and Being Judged. Breaking Down Self-Awareness, Humility, and Respect
15 juli 2026 · 1 uur 29 min
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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 influence
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Jocko Underground: Is It Possible to Get The Actual Truth From Modern Media?
13 juli 2026 · 11 min
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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.
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548: The Importance of Morale and How to Develop It.
8 juli 2026 · 1 uur 30 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: What to do When Life Seems To Be Unsatisfying.
6 juli 2026 · 15 min
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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.
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547: How to Master Uncertainty. With (Ret) SEAL Commander, Rich Diviney
1 juli 2026 · 2 uur 23 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: Getting Over Overwhelming Sadness and Guilt from Tragedy.
29 juni 2026 · 10 min
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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 office that's better for my family even if it means leaving behind a mentor and a promising career path?
How should I handle living near a convicted child predator while protecting my family without compromising my Christian values?
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546: The Myth of Being in Control: Marine Corps Doctrine on Command and Control
24 juni 2026 · 1 uur 15 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: Is It Reasonable to Relax Your Situational Awareness Sometimes?
22 juni 2026 · 7 min
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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 Built
Question: After leaving a leadership role I built from the ground up for a larger company, why do I feel less fulfilled and how do I regain my motivation?
4. Dream or Loyalty?
Question: Should I pursue my lifelong dream of becoming a Marine officer or stay loyal to the wildland firefighting crew that invested in me?
5. Push Through or Let Him Quit?
Question: How do I help my troubled younger brother build confidence and discipline when he wants to quit boxing like he quit other activities?
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545: The Journey Through Pain, Purpose, and Resilience. With Mason Wright.
17 juni 2026 · 2 uur 26 min
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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, and refusing to quit.
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544: How Good Men Lose Their Moral Compass
10 juni 2026 · 1 uur 36 min
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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.
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543: Don't Wait to Get Punched in the Face. The Best Way to Adapt And Learn.
3 juni 2026 · 1 uur 36 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: Losing My Faith in Humanity and The World.
1 juni 2026 · 15 min
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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.
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542: Stronghold: War, Rescue, and Resistance. With Ephraim Mattos
27 mei 2026 · 2 uur 58 min
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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/
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Jocko Underground: When Your Disciplined Life Has Left You Lonely w/ No Social Connections
25 mei 2026 · 14 min
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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.
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541: Skills, Struggle, and Responsibility. With Jimmy May.
20 mei 2026 · 2 uur 1 min
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Jimmy May returns to discuss life after the military, helping veterans transition, building stronger families, and teaching the next generation resilience and responsibility.
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Jocko Underground: The Dangers and Protocol of Carrying A Gun in An Altercation.
18 mei 2026 · 11 min
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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.
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540: Saved By The Corps. From A Path of Destruction, to Success. With Ben Ingram.
13 mei 2026 · 3 uur 29 min
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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 <
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Jocko Underground: How To Deal With Public Transgressions Against You from Someone.
11 mei 2026 · 12 min
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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.
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539: Elevate From The Gray Slop In Your Head.
6 mei 2026 · 2 uur 6 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: Struggling with Measuring Up to Your Fiance's Ex.
4 mei 2026 · 13 min
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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.
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538: The Legendary Speech on How Leaders Should Lead. Major C.A. Bach Back, 1917.
29 april 2026 · 1 uur 47 min
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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.
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Jocko Underground: Would Jocko Do An MMA Fight? | Career Opportunity VS Family Needs
27 april 2026 · 11 min
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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.
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