Jocko Podcast

>Join Jocko Underground< Apache pilot, Dan McClinton recounts the harrowing mission over Baghdad that claimed the lives of two fellow crew members. Through vivid memories and raw emotion, he shares the bond of the Crazy Horse team, the reality of combat in the skies, and the enduring weight of loss.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< Should you always give with no expectation? How to make your daughters mentally tough. Getting my wife on the path of discipline. Ex-Con is a new member at my non-profit. Should I get over my new girls sexual past? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< How the 24-hour news cycle morphed into a 24-minute news frenzy — and how social media’s algorithms are engineered to hijack your attention. From dopamine loops to emotional triggers, discover the hidden mechanics keeping you glued to a screen, and why switching to “manual mode” might be the only way to take your life back.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<Frontline Army medic Rob Black recounts his time with the elite Brigade Recon Troop in Ramadi, fighting alongside Navy SEALs in one of Iraq’s most dangerous cities—and how those experiences shaped his life after war.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< My Career Choice is Haunting Me. A Woman may be holding you back from your dreams. Insulted by my hypocritical coworker. How to handle this situation. Family member is jamming up the family business. Didn't get the promotion and you really thought you were. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< Some things in life you just need to accept... fully. But some things, DON'T ACCEPT. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< Easy Fix for People Playing Games In a Relationship. How do I carry on knowing how life is for me.. Pull-ups. Is There value when you get older? My kid's new Jiu Jitsu instructor is causing it not to be fun anymore. Good resume, but struggling to get a job.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< "Expectant" means when someone is expected to expire. To die. But we are all expected to die.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< Stop living your life on auto pilot. Make conscious decisions.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< Should you leave a secure job that you don't like?Staying on the path when your family depends on you.What actually changes after you get married.Getting called out for an email, or something you wanted to be private.Higher ups treating the front line workers poorly because of race.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<(Live in Chicago)Jocko Podcast 500 marks a major milestone—nearly 10 years of leadership, war stories, personal growth, and hard truths. In this powerful live episode recorded at the Vic Theatre in Chicago, Jocko Deeply personal reflection on the realities of war, the weight of leadership, and the power of choice.From recounting the harrowing cost of combat to the enduring bonds between team mates, Stories of fallen teammates, personal battles with grief, and the lessons learned through pain. Exploring the path of mental resilience, the difference between despair and strength, and why choosing to live—and to lead—is a conscious decision we must make every day.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< How should I train to prepare for the worst conditions?How to react to others bad-mouthing someone you are close to.How to handle suspicious business partner behavior.Moderating people who are feuding.What do Sober people have in common?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< How overreacting to headlines, battlefield reports, or business setbacks creates unnecessary panic and poor decision-making. Using the analogy of a “squelch” button on military radios, he explains the need to filter noise, assess information logically, and avoid emotional responses. Leaders must detach, gather reliable intel, and act with calm deliberation. From combat to media consumption, Jocko emphasizes processing input through disciplined frameworks to avoid manipulation, maintain perspective, and preserve credibility and mental clarity in chaotic environments.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< Staying strong and grieving to get over tragedy.In a slump after a big failure.Finding a new mission to crush life.Facing your traumatic past from family members.Why are pull-ups even important?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<>Explore Jocko Store< Exploring deeper themes from the Marine Corps Institute’s Leadership Credo. Leadership isn’t about rank—it’s about earning trust through action. True leadership requires understanding human will, stress, fear, and mission focus. The will to fight is central in combat—and in life. Emotional control, both personally and within teams, determines success or failure. Jiu-jitsu parallels are drawn to show how will, not just skill, defines performance. Leaders must inspire through hardship, guiding others even amid chaos, loss, and uncertainty. Leadership is the art of influencing people to push beyond their limits toward shared goals.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< Getting past your past mistakes to get back on the track to excellence. My woman brings me stress and refuses to change. Lets talk about people who claim to be progressive, but disparage the troops. What to do if you ruined your reputation in a certain community. If you are anti-social media, listen to this last one. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

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>Join Jocko Underground<The brutal legacy of the Battle of Iwo Jima—America’s bloodiest Marine Corps battle. Drawing from Marine Colonel Joseph H. Alexander’s powerful article Combat Leadership at Iwo Jima, they unpack the sheer scale, strategy, and human cost of the fight. Jocko highlights the critical role of combat experience, disciplined training, and small-unit leadership in surviving such savage conditions. The conversation also explores modern SEAL training, live fire exercises, and how simulated chaos prepares warriors for real-world battlefield mistakes—especially the deadly consequences of “blue-on-blue.” This is a sobering reflection on war, preparation, and the will to lead when it matters most.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< Does Jiu Jitsu ruin more lives than it saves? Does "Playing The Game" cause you to lose the edge? Is being a cheater in the past, a Red-Flag for the future? When superiors go off-script. How to recover from a damaging outburst. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground< Discussing the broad and often misunderstood term "toxic leadership," noting how frequently he’s asked about it. A detailed paper by Colonel Denise F. Williams from the Army War College that identifies toxic leadership traits and categorizes 18 types of toxic leaders. Though the paper focuses on the U.S. Army, Jocko emphasizes that toxic leadership exists in all organizations, not just the military. Explore how such leaders emerge, why they’re tolerated, and whether strong, positive leadership can counteract the damage they cause.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content