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Jocko Podcast

Jocko DEFCOR Networkredcircle.com

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

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Episodes

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...

Jun 03, 20261 hr 36 min

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 — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content...

Jun 01, 202615 min

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...

May 27, 20262 hr 58 min

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 podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content...

May 25, 202614 min

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

May 20, 20262 hr 1 min

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/exclusive-content...

May 18, 202611 min

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...

May 13, 20263 hr 29 min

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/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content...

May 11, 202612 min

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...

May 06, 20262 hr 6 min

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...

May 04, 202613 min

538: The Legendary Speech on How Leaders Should Lead. Major C.A. Bach Back, 1917.

Jocko and Echo delve into Major C.A. Bach's influential 1917 leadership speech, contrasting its traditional views with modern interpretations. They explore how genuine leadership stems from earning the respect of subordinates, not just rank, emphasizing self-sacrifice, mental and physical preparedness, and the critical balance between authority and empathy. The discussion covers practical aspects like temper control, tailored discipline, and taking ownership of mistakes, alongside humorous diversions about Jocko's wild animal encounters.

Apr 29, 20261 hr 47 min

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...

Apr 27, 202611 min

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

Apr 22, 20261 hr 24 min

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-content...

Apr 20, 20268 min

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

Apr 15, 20263 hr 45 min

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...

Apr 13, 202611 min

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

Apr 06, 202610 min

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...

Apr 01, 20263 hr 25 min

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 podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content...

Mar 30, 202611 min

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...

Mar 25, 20261 hr 41 min

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/exclusive-content...

Mar 18, 20261 hr 39 min

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...

Mar 16, 202613 min

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

Mar 09, 202610 min

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, Three Navy and Marine Corp Achievement Medals, Two Combat Action Ribbons, and the presidential Unit Cita...

Mar 04, 20263 hr 45 min

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...

Mar 02, 202612 min

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 that got them off the hill alive. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive...

Feb 25, 20263 hr 54 min

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...

Feb 23, 202612 min
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