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.

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.

Breaking down Major C.A. Bach’s legendary 1917 leadership speech and separates timeless leadership truths from outdated doctrine.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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

Kingsley Pinderhughes III not only teaches how humility can keep you humble, but also how to PUNCH OUT AND GO TO WORK.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Blackbox unifies every major AI agent into one powerful platform. One subscription. One workflow. Unlimited possibilities.

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.

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 Citation.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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 wars.

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.

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. They connect those traits to everyday life and work: master your job, take quick appropriate action, control emotions, avoid selfishness and excuses, and build trust by sharing risk and being consistent.

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.

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, they connect historical lessons—from Lincoln, Grant, Rommel, and others—to modern leadership, combat, business, and personal responsibility.

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.

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).

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.

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 deeply personal war memoir following a small Marine infantry detachment who arrive in Afghanistan with acts of killing beginning immediately. Not a week goes by before the Marines experience the deaths of friendly forces, Marine casualties, enemy combatants killed, numerous IED strikes, air strikes, predator drone strikes and around-the-clock patrolling in hostile territory where death is ever present.

How to end drama when you're caught in the middle.

How to get out of a massive slump from injuries from life.

What to do if your peers are progressing faster than you.

Walking the line between taking the responsibility and allowing others to.

Got on the path with great results and now my ego may be out of control.

Examining the wartime leadership of Air Commodore Leonard Burchill, a Canadian POW who protected and unified fellow prisoners under brutal conditions. His story illustrates extreme ownership, integrity, discipline, and selfless leadership, showing how character, competence, and comradeship sustain teams through the harshest adversity.

Cover and Move does not always work. Solved: Lacking in the capability to be the defender and protector. Household chores, dishes, trash. Who does it? The man? Or the woman? My current career has me stuck and is draining my soul. How to easily pass any exam regardless of the demands and odds

Jocko and Echo break down why “discipline wins wars” is not just about D-Day and SEAL teams, but about the quiet war in your own head every day. Using a 1944 Army pamphlet, combat lessons, and real-world examples (from donuts to debt to doom-scrolling), they show how tiny daily choices add up to victory or defeat—and how to train yourself to obey your own orders so you can actually reach your long-term goals.

How to not obsess over your partner's past.

What to do if your family does not accept your life choices.

What to do when your spouse does not follow through with the important things.

How to be a good student. On and off the mats.

Jocko in Las Vegas for UFC BJJ, coaching his daughter Rana in a tough match against Bella Mir. He recaps the fight—Bella’s wrestling and top control versus Rana’s constant submission attempts—then shares what sticks with him most: after losing, Rana says, “If I only had one more minute.”

That comment becomes the episode’s main point: in life, you don’t get extra time. Jocko ties it to Shakespeare (“I wasted time, now time doth waste me”), calls for an honest end-of-year time audit, and stresses time is the one resource you cannot control or recover—so wasting it has real consequences.

He closes by promoting the January “DEF Reset,” a four-week discipline challenge built around daily habits like getting up earlier, doing morning physical activity, planning priorities (especially long-term strategic goals), hydrating, eating clean, cutting junk/sugar, reading or writing daily, and reflecting with gratitude—ending with a reminder that the clock never stops.

After a catastrophic parachute failure, Major Joe Clayburn’s life became a daily fight: against pain, against odds, against losing who he was. But what emerged was something deeper than survival. Joe talks about recovery, fatherhood, leadership, the impact of losing Seth Stone, and what it means to carry forward the stories of fallen warriors. A powerful look at resilience, identity, and the lifelong strength of the combat brotherhood.

Joe Clayburn is a U.S. Army infantry officer who rose from a turbulent childhood to command Charlie Company, 1st and 506th — the “Gunfighters” — during the brutal Ramadi 2005–2006 fight. He led his unit through daily firefights, IED strikes, and ambushes, while building the company into a highly effective combat force. After Ramadi, he was selected to lead the 101st Pathfinder Company and later served with the British Parachute Regiment. His career reflects intense frontline experience, high-stakes leadership, and a deep commitment to developing soldiers.

Be the person your family needs you to be with this guidance. How to never let drama stand in your way. Introducing trauma to toughen up your kids. How to execute on a massive transformation into a top performer. How to capitalize on nepotism in the group.

Rob Jones reveals the mindset that carried him through pain, blisters, heat, back injury, self-doubt, and the “terrorist in his mind.” A raw, emotional, and powerful story of leadership, purpose, and the daily decision to stand up and lead — literally and figuratively.

Preparing your kids for evil in the world. 

How to get in shape as fast as possible. 

How to balance maximizing self-development and family/life obligations. 

How to serve when you're "unfit to serve."

Developing new skills: How to fit it in.

The conversation moves from military service and trades to online warfare, explaining how misinformation spreads, why memes are weapons, and how an entire digital community defended two creators from institutional falsehoods.

How to stay on The Path on a budget.

Should you stay in a secure job that you are okay with? Or go for your dream job?

How often should we be learning new things?

How to overcome the psychological barriers keeping some of us from returning to training.

This is why you never feel like you're doing enough.

After 15 years away, Dakota Meyer reenlisted in the Marine Corps because, in his words, he had “more to give.” In this episode, he and Jocko talk about the lifelong duty to serve others, the cost of freedom, and the honor of carrying forward the legacy of fallen brothers. A raw, unfiltered look at sacrifice, resilience, and living for something greater than yourself.

My best man insulted me and my wife. Should I forgive him?

What to do when your leader has checked out.

Valuable tips to become move vocal when you take action and lead.

What's the best direction to go in life when you move out on your own.

Getting over the loss of a dog (or pet) can be harder than you think.

Everyday combat, devastating losses, and the weight carried long after leaving the battlefield. Army medic Adam Anderson shares his raw story of Ramadi, recovery, and the ongoing fight at home — with Ryan Jackson on Canines for Warriors.

How To Deal With Having a Child From a One Night Stand.

When to speak up at work when things have not been going the way they should. 

How to get back on top when your drowning in stress from Work, Home, Kids, and a new town. 

How to achieve your goals when you have trouble as a finisher and keep failing. 

How to get your great life back after you lost your dream job.

Ryan Manion joins to share stories from her brother Travis — Naval Academy graduate, Marine officer, Silver Star recipient — and how his character and choices live on through her new children’s book and the Travis Manion Foundation.

Heavy Duty Ex-con in Jiu Jitsu class.

How to create the best relationship with your co-workers to out perform everyone else.

How to smash life even when it seems impossible.

Best way to recover from injury FAST, and get back to the path.

How do you choose between to girls that you love?

From boat insertions under monsoon rains to surprise assaults on hidden VC camps, this episode takes you deep into the Mekong Delta with SEAL veterans Tom Boylan and Hal McNulty. They reveal the challenges of intelligence, leadership, and survival—plus the hard lessons carried into life, family, and business long after the war.

How to Get Through Life With No support.

Why haven't any women become SEALs?

Capitalizing on moving away from your hometown comfort zone.

Encountering strange threats to your family in public.

Starting a Jiu Jitsu group in your neighborhood.

From the chaos of Ramadi to the pain of losing his best friend, Ben Sledge recounts combat, moral injury, and how faith and storytelling became his path to healing.

What to Do When Your Boss’s Plan Will Destroy EverythingIs It Betrayal to Train Somewhere Else?How Do I Lead When I Feel Like I’m Not Good Enough?Why Can’t I See My Progress When I’m Getting Better?How Do I Escape the Grind Without Losing Everything?

The second part to The Need to Lead, by Dave Berke. How ego quietly sabotages leaders and teams. When we see others’ failures as our wins, frustration and judgment take over. We talk about how that mindset damages trust, limits growth, and creates division. The conversation shows how shifting from ego to ownership not only builds stronger relationships but also unlocks the real strength of leadership—helping others rise instead of hoping they fall.

Accept That The People Around You May Not Want To Do Their Best

How to have the best relationship with your family members when they do not want to improve themselves.

How to influence people to be a better version of themself.

If you're struggling with balance and have an addictive personality.

The 1-5 system of evaluating your performance on ANYTHING.

Dave Burke breaks down why humility, detachment, and rejecting perfection are the foundation of true leadership. Jocko adds his perspective from the SEAL Teams to reveal what separates leaders who win from those who fail.

Up before the enemy. Disciplined vs. Crazy

Balancing it all. Training as a Specialized Officer

Discovering a family member's Infidelity

Homeschool vs. Public School Debate

Friendship Destroyed by Politics. What to do.

Retired Marine Major Scott Huesing, author of Echo in Ramadi, to walk through the brutal realities of combat in Iraq’s deadliest city, the cost of leadership, and the transition back home. Scott shares the powerful story of his Marines, the memorials for the fallen, his personal battles after service, and how writing became a new mission to honor and preserve these stories. From Gold Star families to fellow veterans finding their voice, this is a conversation about sacrifice, resilience, and keeping the legacy alive.

Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins about the realities of leadership in war, ministry, law, Congress, and now the VA. Collins shares hard lessons from funerals and eulogies, where grief and writing become tools for healing. He reflects on the brutality of “full-contact politics,” bipartisan wins that mattered, and the chaos of impeachment battles. From his close work with President Trump to his current mission inside the nation’s second-largest department, Collins lays out the scale of the VA—health care, benefits, cemeteries—and the fight to cut through bureaucracy. This conversation is about service, accountability, and the relentless effort to honor veterans not as victims, but as warriors who deserve the best care their nation can give.

How to honor your commitment when it gets hard.

Physical confrontations and how to handle them.

Doing well in life on paper, but deeply unhappy--What to do.

How to handle a toxic romantic relationship.

Developing Jiu Jitsu techniques to deal with good wrestlers.

Clay Martin, former Green Beret and author, shares his journey from brutal combat in Iraq to the battles of life after war. He reveals how writing saved him, how visions of an ancestral spirit reshaped his path, and why Barbarian Spirit is a call to purpose and survival for veterans today.

Leading at Home Without Anger

(How to earn respect, guide your kids, and avoid becoming a tyrant parent.)

When a Neighbor Crosses the Line

(Handling heartless comments after the Charlie Kirk tragedy while keeping peace next door.)

Finding Peace After a Father’s Failings

(Moving forward when your dad wasn’t the hero you needed.)

Bipolar Disorder and the Fight for Balance

(Using sports, discipline, and creativity to manage the highs and lows.)

Set Up to Fail at Work?

(Navigating redundancy, lost progression, and building an exit strategy.)

00:00 – Intro

Symbolism and sacrifice behind the 228th Brigade Combat Team memorial.

00:12 – Early Life & Coast Guard

Knight’s unconventional path into military service and lessons in structure.

00:25 – Joining the Guard

Transition from law enforcement to Army Guard officer and active duty.

00:55 – Ramadi Deployment

Preparing for and arriving in one of Iraq’s most dangerous cities.

01:30 – Hard Lessons Learned

Complacency, casualties, and the importance of humility in leadership.

02:12 - How to Stay on The Path.

How to Survive a Shaky Company

Do You Have What It Takes for Special Forces?

Drowning in Debt While Chasing a Dream

Is Your Past Blocking Your Future in Law Enforcement?

Escaping the Grip of a Toxic Relationship

Congressman and former Army Apache pilot Wesley Hunt, who shares his journey from West Point and combat deployments to the halls of Congress. He reflects on his family’s history from slavery to public service, the lessons of struggle and resilience, and the values of faith, family, and country. Hunt and Jocko discuss leadership, authenticity in politics, America’s challenges and strengths, and the importance of discipline, service, and personal responsibility in building a stronger future.

Weight loss drug and discipline

“Am I cheating myself by using a weight-loss drug?”

Belt test fees in jiu jitsu

“My new BJJ school charges $70 for a belt test—should I see this as a red flag?”

Discipline cycles vs. laziness

“How can I tell if I’m slipping into laziness when discipline wanes, and how do I stay truly on the path instead of lying to myself?”

Working at a nonprofit with doubts

“Is it moral or ethical to keep working for a nonprofit whose mission or practices I don’t fully believe in, even though I help vulnerable people every day?”

Leadership, influence, and ownership

“If I’m the only one who clearly sees a looming problem, how do I take ownership, persuade my team to act, and prevent failure without damaging relationships?”

Norm Hooten was a U.S. Army Special Forces soldier (a Green Beret) who became well known because of his role in the Battle of Mogadishu in October 1993, the operation later depicted in the book and film Black Hawk Down.

How to turn your rival into an ally?

Acceptance vs Desire – How do you move forward without giving up hope?

Toxic Family – When is it time to cut someone off?

Discipline vs Motivation – How do you stay consistent when life gets hard?

Love and Timing – What do you do when feelings don’t align?

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

Some things in life you just need to accept... fully. But some things, DON'T ACCEPT.

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.

"Expectant" means when someone is expected to expire. To die. But we are all expected to die.

Stop living your life on auto pilot. Make conscious decisions.

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.

(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.

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?

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.

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?

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

More valuable tools for getting over a break-up and crushing forward.

Being someone you can be proud of.

Managing adrenaline dumps, nervousness, and high-stress situations.

Embracing responsibility to get to the next level.

Get "Check Engine Light", by Rob Wilson >> HERE

Rob Wilson is a Human Performance Specialist with over twenty years of manual therapy, coaching, and education experience. Rob's work spans a variety of avenues in the field of health and human performance. This includes multiple trademarks, the creation of global seminars and curriculums, and the research, development and implementation of best practices in human performance.

In UNDENIABLE, I bring together outliers of today-men and women who are experts in their field, to share their unique and motivating perspectives on reaching the pinnacle of success and remaining there. From popular neuroscientist Andrew Huberman to ultramarathon runner Courtney Dauwalter, you will hear how undeniable individuals have obtained their winning mindset.

• Strategizing life with a special needs child. 
• Advice for how to handle a parent with Dementia and aggressive issues. 
• Keeping an effective workout schedule with a new child. 
• When your team grows, relationships may not be as strong? 
• Where to draw the line between hard training and pointless risk of injury.

Chris "Cappy" Capelluto is a former US Army infantryman, Iraq veteran, and YouTube content creator. He has gained recognition for his YouTube channel, where he focuses on defense analysis, military history, and geopolitical topics. Cappy also worked as a head of video for Task & Purpose before launching his own channel. He's known for his unique perspective, combining his military experience with a media background

Full transparency vs. "need to know". How to capitalize on a negative person. How do you give ownership to someone who is not as good as you? Extreme Ownership with creative people??? How do you stay humble when you're a superior person in life?

Bravo Company 2-6 IN "Team Dealer" owned and controlled its battlespace, Al-Taʾmīm. The regulars of Team Dealer were never attached to the command of other units. All units planning operations in Al-Taʾmīm, including NSW (SEALs) and other SOF or OGA units always reported to Team Dealer before planning ops in Al-Taʾmīm.

What is considered too much physical activity?

Should I abandon my safe life to pursue my dream life?

As as older person, what should your life's mission become?

How to better retain information while learning Jiu Jitsu.

How to easily deal with people with strong personalities.

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The Old Breed… The Complete Story Revealed brings to life an abundance of new material from the original manuscript of Eugene Sledge’s classic memoir With the Old Breed at Peleliu and Okinawa. By interspersing his own personal anecdotes throughout, Henry Sledge takes his father’s work and gives it newfound context, sharing memories of conversations between father and son. The result is a flowing narrative that portrays an intimate look at a WWII veteran and his struggles to adapt to civilian life following the war.

The new standard as we get old and injured. What to do when a loved one seems to be slowly giving up on life. Dealing with neighbors crossing social boundaries. How to deal with a gym rival. What to do when you hate your parent and can't forgive.

After 9/11, Travis Barnes enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps, driven by duty and purpose. He endured grueling training, served three combat tours in Iraq, and rose to Sergeant in a Recon unit, surviving IEDs and earning multiple commendations. After suffering traumatic brain injury and PTSD, he returned home, went to law school, and found healing through discipline — this time in crafting whiskey. In 2014, alongside his wife Hilary, he founded Hotel Tango, named in honor of their bond and his military roots. For Travis, distilling became a new mission: to create with precision, serve with honor, and lead with purpose.

What to do if a superior is gate-keeping. Relationship decisions based on a pessimistic future. People are saying I'm to blunt and abrasive. Managing negative external influences on your family. I have a good life, but I still want to join the military.

Jocko Podcast 489 explores the power of thought control, the vulnerability of the human mind, and historical brainwashing techniques. Jocko and Echo discuss a declassified 1956 CIA document on psychological manipulation, drawing from Korean War POW cases and Soviet tactics to show how beliefs and values can be deeply altered.

The Hunn-Beating Proverb book. Pt. 2.

What to do when you get promoted and you want to stay on good terms with your friends.

How to know when someone is about to NOT take responsibility.

Looking for purpose in life.

I want to make a change, but I'm afraid to.

The people you work with are slackers and too comfortable. How to capitalize on this.

Bobby Holland joins the pod to discuss what we can all learn from the guidelines of being a "New Guy" in the SEAL Teams.

How do you stack up to your self when you were in your prime? How to spread the principle of Extreme Ownership effectively. The results and benefits of hanging around Jocko for 10+ years. Get back on track with your spouse. Is there redemption for "bad" people?

Two of the US Navy SEALS that were in the Battle of Ramadi in the events depicted in the Movie "Warfare".

Don't accept the backslide.

Get out of a depressive slump caused by tragedy.

My wife/spouse seems to be slacking. What to do?

The perfect example how to deal with a person who is chronically late.

How to change physical training as you age. If at all.

Tighten Up Your Life.

Resentment toward the SEAL Teams.

Sober and ready to take on life. Where to begin.

Training and practicing to be more dominant and assertive.

How to build a network for future success.

Jim Foreman is a retired U.S. Navy SEAL Command Master Chief

with 27 years of elite military service, including leadership at

Naval Special Warfare Development Group (DEVGRU – SEAL Team 6) — one of the most selective and operationally demanding units in the world.

How long would you fight to save your marriage?  

How to not drown in negativity after you get demoted.  

What do you exactly mean by "immoral"?  

How to repair your reputation and the damage after telling someone off.  

Memories of my ex girlfriend haunting me. How to get over it once and for all.  

The Potomac Institute for Policy Studies produced a document called "Grayisms: And other Thoughts on Leadership from General Al Gray". Published by the Potomac Institute Press.

Getting young, talented, but arrogant team members on board with the system.  What's Up with the current state of Military recruiting? How to navigate good training for a fulfilling Jiu Jitsu experience. Loyalty VS My career.  Solving recurring problems in my day to day professional life.

Daniel L. Pinion is a military veteran of the Cold War, Operation Joint Endeavor (Bosnia-Herzegovina), and multiple tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He served in numerous Infantry, Armor and Cavalry units and leadership positions during his 28-year career. CSM (R) Pinion has served as Squad Leader, Section Sergeant, Drill Sergeant, Platoon Sergeant, First Sergeant, Instructor, Operations Sergeant Major, and Command Sergeant Major. Born in Ohio, raised in Andover, NJ, CSM (R)

the Value of Cadence.

How to be prepared for war as a civilian.

The geopolitical situation between Canada and The USA.

Overly aggressive Jiu Jitsu student messing up the vibe in class.

Addicted to porn.

Will Bardenwerper was an Airborne Ranger qualified infantry officer in the United States Army. He was stationed in Germany and his service included a 13-month deployment to Nineveh and Anbar Provinces, Iraq in 2006-7. While in Iraq, he helped lead his infantry battalion's reconstruction, civil affairs and tribal engagement efforts in the city of Hit. His unit helped contribute to the beginning of what would later become known as the “Anbar Awakening.” Will was awarded a Bronze Star and a Combat Infantryman’s Badge.

You Might by worrying too much about your kids.

How to treat a friend with a disability.

Plan your professional future THIS WAY.

The problem with "If it ain't broke, don't fix it."

How to advance in your career... if that's really what you want.

Guidelines from Professional Writing Guide from the Command and General Staff College.

Green Beret, Scott Neil. Task Force K-Bar. First boots on the ground in Afghanistan after Sept. 11.

Facing a flagrant hostile bully at work.

Organize your thoughts and get things done correctly.

Getting people on board with things they think are not necessary.

Should you ever become a Navy SEAL?

Your follow-up emails are messing up your relationships.

Jason Wilson faced many challenges growing up-the types of challenges that make many men turn down the wrong path-the demonic path that destroys people and ruins their souls. But, Jason was able to break away from that path-and get on another path: the Righteous Path...and he has helped thousands of people do the same through his books: Cry Like a Man, Battle Cry, and his most recent book, The Man the Moment Demands: Master the Ten Characteristics of the Comprehensive Man. He is an author, the founder and director of The Cave of Adullam Transformational Academy, Star of the Lawrence Fishburne-produced documentary, called The Cave of Adullam, he is a lifelong martial artist, and he is a husband and father.

How to approach life when you find no joy.

Tired of upper management at my job. What do I do?

Is accepting your limitations just an excuse?

I want to get big and strong and also good at Jiu Jitsu.

How to become for comfortable and confident with women.

Is the minimum performance and result "Okay"?

Jason Wilson faced many challenges growing up-the types of challenges that make many men turn down the wrong path-the demonic path that destroys people and ruins their souls. But, Jason was able to break away from that path-and get on another path: the Righteous Path...and he has helped thousands of people do the same through his books: Cry Like a Man, Battle Cry, and his most recent book, The Man the Moment Demands: Master the Ten Characteristics of the Comprehensive Man. He is an author, the founder and director of The Cave of Adullam Transformational Academy, Star of the Lawrence Fishburne-produced documentary, called The Cave of Adullam, he is a lifelong martial artist, and he is a husband and father.

What should I do with my professional life?

Adjusting to life after the loss of a close friend.

How to instill BELIEF into the culture of your team.

Helping getting others get respect from the team as a leader.

How to balance a demanding work/life schedule.

Harold Underdown (aka Dog) is a co-founder of Four Branches Bourbon, where he brings his 30-year career as a Master Chief Naval Special Warfare (SEAL) to the company. As a former Navy SEAL Command Master Chief and VP of the UDT/SEAL Association, Harold leads Four Branches Bourbon's efforts to support special operations veterans and causes. He manages collaboration ventures and giveback initiatives, promoting the company's message of Drink Honorably. Currently, Harold is working onboard at Baker's Bay Golf and Ocean Club in the Bahamas as a Security Training Consultant for logistics, safety, and security. He's always down for a good pour and cigar, fishing, shooting, and anything outdoors. Go Navy!

The "Female" way to communicate with an all-men team.

Do peer reviews work? Or do they just hurt?

Can't seem to stay on the path because the alcohol keeps calling.

Solving the unique problems in a family-run business.

How parents can stay on the path directly after having a new child.

Oliver Anthony, born Christopher Anthony Lunsford, is a musician whose raw, heartfelt songs resonate with working-class struggles. Raised in Appalachia, his music reflects personal battles with mental health and the hardships of blue-collar life.

A high school dropout, Oliver spent years in industrial jobs before turning to music as an outlet. Living modestly in Virginia, he rejects fame and focuses on creating authentic, unpolished songs that connect deeply with listeners. Through his music, Oliver calls for unity, a return to values, and a renewed connection to faith and community.

Jake graduated with distinction from the United States Naval Academy and served seven and a half years in the U.S. Marine Corps as a Platoon Commander in both the Infantry and Force Recon. Following his service, Jake enrolled at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. While at Stanford, he founded Nuru International to eradicate extreme poverty in the world’s most unstable, vulnerable regions to help end violent extremism. Jake played a vital role in drafting, introducing, and passing groundbreaking new legislation called the Global Fragility Act of 2019 that equips America with new authorities and resources to prevent conflict and stabilize some of the most fragile regions of the world.

The choice of stability and benefits VS Significantly more pay.

How to fit in with a hard nose culture of a new job.

How to rebuild the bridges you burnt with your in-laws.

What to do when you "spark" wears off.

What should a woman develop herself into to attract a strong man?

Codey Gandy is a Marine Corps Veteran, and currently a leadership instructor, speaker, and strategic advisor for Echelon Front. Codey spent just over 5 years working as a ground combat leader for various units in the Marine Corps.

Which is more important? Good Instructor? Or good training partners?

Breaking up with your significant other out of boredom?

How to get out of a massive rut involving meds.

How to maybe get your girlfriend back after she broke up with you.

Only child trying to get over insecurity as an adult.

Matt is a retired Navy SEAL, combat leader, and Leadership Instructor at Echelon Front with a distinguished 21-year career. He began at SEAL Team Three and was part of Task Unit Bruiser with Leif Babin and Jocko Willink. Matt's combat and training experiences honed his leadership skills, allowing him to rise through the SEAL ranks and collaborate with various special operations teams. After retiring, he earned an MBA from UCLA's Anderson School of Management and worked as a management consultant, where he applied and validated Echelon Front’s strategies in business.

How to have emotional discipline.

How to turn your grown kids into real adults.

How do I get my extreme discipline back?

Loved ones aren't living right. How do I change them?

Am I overtraining?

For Mike Ritland, the goal has always been to make an impact, and for most of his life, he has done just that, both personally and professionally. Born in suburban Waterloo, Iowa, Mike’s parents instilled a solid foundation of integrity, compassion, and hard work that carried him through his teen years into one of the most pivotal decisions of his life. After graduation, without a second thought, Mike decided he wanted to serve his country as a Navy SEAL.

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Now will pass... and you can't really get it back. Where do you want to be?

I'm getting abused by my girlfriend.

Am I getting abused by my Jiu Jitsu Instructor?

My Ex is lingering in my life and I can't let go of her.

How to set the stage to be a rock star leader when you first start out in a position.

I want to sell my successful business to become a fighter pilot. Should I?

Jeremy Stern is a nonresident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council’s Europe Center and news editor of Tablet magazine. He was previously a senior advisor in the Department of State and an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) officer in the US Army, deploying to five countries in the Middle East and Central Asia. His writing has appeared in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Foreign Affairs, Newsweek, Foreign Policy, and the American Interest, where he was a staff writer. He studied Russian language and literature at Kenyon College and Saint Petersburg State University in Russia.

What is the mark of a man?

How to break it to a friend that they are socially abrasive.

Get over your obsession with women.

Self deprecating approach advice backfired.

What to do if your father is cheating on your mother?

COL (Ret.) William S. Reeder is a legendary aviator who has made contributions to survival, evasion, resistance, escape (SERE) training and the attack helicopter community. His 30-year career included two combat tours in Vietnam flying armed OV-1 Mohawk reconnaissance airplanes and AH-1 Cobra attack helicopters.

On May 9, 1972, he was leading a team of AH-1 Cobras supporting two Vietnamese ranger battalions and their American advisors. He was shot down, his co-pilot/gunner killed. Severely wounded, he evaded the enemy but was eventually captured spending nearly a year as a prisoner of war (POW).

It makes no logical sense to try to be a Navy SEAL.

I can't find a legitimate new "mission" after my service... because of my limitations.

How to make a great impression at a new promotion.

I'm feeling unappreciated and disrespected in my marriage.

I found a new girlfriend, but is it too good to be true??

Sean Glass is a former U.S. Navy SEAL officer, combat leader, and now a leadership instructor with Echelon Front. Sean spent 13 years in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, and Eastern Africa. He led five SEAL platoons in Iraq against Islamic State forces during some of the most dynamic and demanding environments where he saw first-hand the power of leadership on the battlefield. Sean returned from Iraq to serve as Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams where he spearheaded the development of leadership training and personally instructed and mentored the next generation of SEAL leaders.

Sean left active duty in 2019 and became the Chief Operating Officer of a successful venture capital backed construction technology startup, where he helped scale the company’s growth and established a highly successful decentralized, team-first culture.

Sean then joined Echelon Front where he serves as a leadership instructor, bringing unique front-line perspective that blends tactical and executive leadership experience from the military and business environments to help build high performance, winning teams that thrive in ambiguous, adverse conditions

Mighty Oaks President & Founder,

USMC Force Recon Veteran,

Best Selling Author,

Pro MMA Champion.

This man at my Jiu Jitsu gym sexually assaulted my female friend. What to do?

The skills and abilities you need to be a police officer today.

How to get your parents to stop being overbearing.

How to scale a private athletic coaching business. Or can you?

How to easily get ahold of your diet habits to cut down in weight.

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

Fitting workouts into a busy schedule.

Feeling unfulfilled as a vet who didn't see combat.

Recovering from Trauma and ultimate success.

Smashing through set-backs.

How to overcome fear.

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.

Estonian Special Operations Soldier, Remo Ojaste. Extreme Ownership principals and how they apply to leadership and life.

Helping loved ones our of traumatic relationships.

How to negotiate a higher salary.

Crush your new role with confidence.

How to get better socially to build relationships.

How to get your kids in line and be a good parent.

John Spencer is the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern War Institute at West Point and the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies w the Madison Policy Forum.

How to live in peace. now.

Memorizing moves in Jiu Jitsu.

Getting input from others may not always be good.

Concealed carry options. low pro.

How to rebuild your reputation after a huge blunder.

How much should you listen to other peoples perspective or advice?

John Spencer is the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern War Institute at West Point and the Chair of Urban Warfare Studies w the Madison Policy Forum.

Rana Willink is the daughter of Jocko Willink. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu competitor and Instructor. Rana talks about growing up with Jocko as a father, fitness, Jiu Jitsu, and life.

Deal with confrontations on the streets.

Delegate like a pro for maximum results.

Staying loyal to a job vs getting a new one that seems like a step up.

Battling tunnel vision to perform in high stress situations.

How to confront the boyfriend of someone you care about.

It's a common mistake to think your destruction will come from enemies. Or circumstances. But it won't.

How to redeem yourself after a violation you committed against a friend.

Should Coaches Be Able to Date Students?

Get over feelings of worthlessness and no talent.

Lost a dream job and can't get the fire back.

What to do if my career path didn't materialize the way I expected.

Henry L. (Dick) Thompson, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized consultant, educator, speaker and author. Over the past 30 years, he has gained valuable experience developing and leading teams—from the battlefield to the boardroom. He uses his vast experiences and knowledge to help leaders and organizations improve performance.

Career

Dr. Thompson is the founder, president and CEO of High Performing Systems, Inc., an international management consulting and training firm he founded in 1984 to help leaders, teams and organizations achieve high performance. The philosophy of HPS is based on a systems approach to performance improvement. Clients are Fortune 500 companies, government agencies and a diverse group of public, private and international firms. These include AT&T, Georgia-Pacific Corporation, Shell Oil Company, Johnson & Johnson, Apple, Owens-Corning, Delta Airlines, Wipro Technologies, Mohawk Industries and Titan America, to name a few.

How to find a worthy mission.

How to Build self discipline.

Talk politics without repercussions of turmoil.

How to be a Hard target in the streets.

Excel in the team and be the top player. This is how.

Overcome mysterious unexplainable depression.

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. 

Company A, First Battalion, Fifth Marines. Johnnie Clark is an American author and Vietnam Veteran, best known for his 1984 Vietnam War memoir Guns Up!. Many of his works fall into the genre of non-fiction military and contain a tough, no nonsense portrayal of combat, courage, and camaraderie. 

"GOOD...."

Accepting promotions may not allow you to do the tasks you love.

How to properly follow-up with a potential employer.

The perfect workout plan for having only 30 minutes a day.

You have a TON of value and potential, but it's easier to not utilize it.

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.

Do you care too much about other people's opinions about you?

How to capitalize on imposter syndrome.

Capitalizing on time away from your loved ones.

Staying safe in a dangerous world abroad.

My colleague refuses to be cool with me.

Running as exercise. Jocko's running capabilities.

I'm in a good position to take over the world and kill it in life. What do I do?

What to do if you're doing good.. but you want to be even better.

I may have violated some boundaries with a superior. What do I do now?

Follow my dreams? Or stay loyal to my family business?

More red flags when starting Jiu Jitsu.

I'm crushing life, but I'm always tired. What to do?

Sometimes you as a leader, are not at fault.

Living with loss and tragedy.

I was chosen, but those who weren't are upset. How to deal with this.

I grew up and became a tough person. How to deal with a world of snowflakes and wimps.

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?

Col. Tony Dean. Battle of Ramadi.

Check out “Modern Submission Grappling: A No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu Manual”” by the incredibly skilled Miha Perhavec

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.

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.

Kopelman began his military career in the US Navy in 1985, training to become a Naval Aviator, and then transferred to the Marine Corps in 1992, where he continued to fly before becoming a forward air controller and earning his gold naval parachutist wings. His last assignment was as the Deputy Director for advisor training at Camp Pendleton.

Jiu Jitsu Academy pressure from the instructor. Toxic? Or Helpful?

Proper mindset for raising kids with disabilities.

Are vets taking advantage of the system?

When you feel that your military service was worthless.

Another take on the conundrum of Money VS Passion.

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.

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.

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.

former soldier in the Princess of Wale's Royal Regiment who was awarded the Military Cross for gallantry in the Battle of Danny Boy.

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.

Injury holding you back in life.

Balancing obsessions and priorities.

Making sure you're ready to begin a career path.

Overcoming fears of confrontation.

Dean Stott. Special Boat Service.

Find time to get in an uninterrupted workout.

Balancing fatherhood and a career in Special Forces.

Battling subconscious excuses.

How to put loved ones minds at ease.

How to apply discipline to ensure success in learning and examinations.

Tulsi Gabbard (born April 12, 1981) is an American politician, United States Army Reserve officer and political commentator who served as the U.S. representative for Hawaii's 2nd congressional district from 2013 to 2021. Gabbard was the first Hindu member of Congress and also the first Samoan-American voting member of Congress. She was a candidate for the Democratic nomination in the 2020 United States presidential election,[2][3] before leaving the party and becoming an independent in October 2022.

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.

Memorial Day 2024



Lieutenant General Sean Barry MacFarland is a retired three-star general who served in the United States Army. In 2015 MacFarland, then commanding III Corps, was selected as commander of the coalition against ISIS in Syria and Iraq.

0:00:00 - Introduction.

0:04:39 - September 11th.

1:32:40 - The Battle of Ramadi.

5:06:53 - Coming Home.

6:36:00 - Final thoughts and how to stay on THE PATH.

Your Problems Don't Magically Go Away When You Take Extreme Ownership.

Jiu Jitsu as an older guy with some skill. In depth.

Solving problems with a a co-owner who is set in his ways.

Double down on your passion? Or what you're talented at?

What to do when people are rude to your kids.

Managing bad nights of sleep to maximize the day.

Exploring 11 lessons in the book, "In Retrospect", to live a better more informed life.

Don't React To Every Little Thing That Comes At You.

When the team is too talkative and social during tasks.

Suffering from doubt and fear in life. Trying to get ahead.

The struggles of trying to save everybody.

Overcome analysis paralysis.

Getting shined on by a potential employer.

"Send Me: The True Story of a Mother At War", by Joe Kent.

Joe Kent is a retired 20-year-veteran of our nation’s Special Forces and a widower raising his two young sons in Yacolt, Washington State. His first wife, who also served, was killed while fighting ISIS in Syria. Four years later, he married Heather Kaiser.

0:00:00 - Intro

0:03:45 - Joe Kent. Early Days.

0:09:50 - Entering The Military.

0:21:51 - Selection.

0:29:22 - Shannon Kent.

0:55:57 - Baghdad 2007.

0:58:34 - Meeting Shannon.

1:16:50 - Iraq 2011.

1:57:10 - The Last Deployment.

2:00:45 - Tragedy Strikes.

2:22:22 - Joe Kent Running For Congress.

2:42:06 - How To Stay On The Path.

3:03:53 - Closing Gratitude.

Andrew Huberman, Ph.D., is a neuroscientist and tenured professor in the department of neurobiology, and by courtesy, psychiatry and behavioral sciences at Stanford School of Medicine. He has made numerous significant contributions to the fields of brain development, brain function and neural plasticity, which is the ability of our nervous system to rewire and learn new behaviors, skills and cognitive functioning.

More at hubermanlab.com

It's all a test.

How to deal with others whey they lack perspective.

Identifying RED Flags in a girlfriend.

Legitimate tips for conditioning for Jiu Jitsu and physical activity.

My subordinates might be intimidated with how good I am at my job.

Having a dream job but with a lousy boss.

When to let your kids try Jiu Jitsu.

Eliminate distractions.

Is hazing acceptable?

Should you train in martial arts if you're preparing for selection?

Help getting over tragedy.

Can "having a plan B" hinder your chances of success with Plan A?

Is my lifestyle messing up my physical progress?

What strength goals should you set?

How to separate personal interests and group interests.

How to set yourself apart from the rest.

What to do with a cheating wife.

I have evidence that I'm right the they are wrong.

Jiu Jitsu competition? or just train? Or skip?

Jiu Jitsu with Diabetes?

Should I make more money? Or begin to help the world with my current riches?

My older co-workers are giving me their work... and it's working for them.

Bobby Kennedy Jr. comes from an illustrious political family. The son of Senator Robert F. Kennedy and the nephew of President John F. Kennedy, Bobby Jr. was a lifelong Democrat but became increasingly estranged from the party in the 2010s as it drifted away from its traditional values. He made his final break on October 9, 2023, when he announced his candidacy as an independent for President of the United States.

When your boss's tactics are wrong way to to it, and you can prove it.

Wife want me to take ownership of things that are her responsibility.

Should you wash your belt. BJJ.

Understanding loyalty.

Co-workers not taking too much advantage of small work injuries.

Getting your significant other on the path.

Flourishing with a child on the spectrum.

Should you reach out to your estranged family after you burned some bridges?

Calming down after Jiu Jitsu training.

Should you go back to your old job?

How to surround yourself with good people

Bullying and how to deal with it.

Snitching VS doing the right thing.

Well-respected board-certified and fellowship-trained physician, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, is the founder of the Institute for Muscle-Centric Medicine®. Dr. Lyon is a nationally recognized speaker and media contributor specializing in brain and thyroid health, lean body mass support, and longevity.

Jocko and Arnold talk hard work, tenacity, paying attention, and developing skills to succeed.

Arnold Schwarzenegger, Austrian and American actor, businessman, filmmaker, former politician, and former professional bodybuilder known for his roles in high-profile action movies.

Teaching others to have thick skin.

All or nothing fallacy.

The Path, The Code, The Evaluation. What is this?

Joining the military while disapproving of Government decisions.

Getting over your ex as you start a new chapter in life.

Veteran With a Sign is a community of laughing, humor, and conversation.

The goal of Veteran With a Sign is to bring people together through

nostalgia and humor, to create real community beyond the battlefield.

Mental preparation.

Important advice for time management.

Emotional control in high stress situations.

Methods to get out of debt.

Navigation problems within groups.

Financial advice for kids.

How to become the person you need to be.

When your boss or partner is lashing out under the pressure.

How to become "Unbotherable."

Starting Jiu Jitsu for the mental benefits only.

Autistic/special needs kids and getting them on track with teachers and caregivers.

The yearning to do something great.

Married to an abusive drunk, but the love is deep.

How to meet girls.

Skilled, but left on the sideline during the action.

How to effectively interrogate someone. From the Army's FM34-52: Intelligence Interrogation.

How to exact revenge on an enemy.

Trying to balance a night shift with normal life scheduling.

Advice and guidance for after losing a loved one.

Being over-tasked as an hourly employee. What to do.

Taking up Jiu Jitsu with MS.

Trying to save a loved on by getting them on The Path.

Other than death, all failure is psychological.

Why people don't reach their goals. Jocko Willink and Echo Charles.

Is being more disciplined ALWAYS the right call?

Working out with a schedule that's already full.

Wanting to serve but too old with not enough credentials.

Red flags in dating. What to do.

Choosing a Jiu Jitsu gym. Gracie Barra.

ALEX HONNOLD is a professional adventure rock climber whose audacious free-solo ascents of America’s biggest cliffs have made him one of the most recognized and followed climbers in the world. A gifted but hard-working athlete, Alex “No Big Deal” Honnold is known as much for his humble, self-effacing attitude as he is for the dizzyingly tall cliffs he has climbed without a rope to protect him if he falls. Honnold has been profiled by 60 Minutes and the New York Times, featured on the cover of National Geographic, appeared in international television commercials and starred in numerous adventure films including the Emmy-nominated “Alone on the Wall.”

Honnold is sponsored by The North Face, Black Diamond, La Sportiva, Ando and Stride Health and is a board member of El Cap Climbing Gyms. He is the founder of the Honnold Foundation, an environmental non-profit. And to this day, he maintains his simple “dirtbag-climber” existence, living out of his van and traveling the world in search of the next great vertical adventure.

People not coming through VS Betrayal.

Which training methods best for becoming a Warrior.

Self doubt in light of a promotion at work.

Maintaining relationships virtually.

Getting over a break-up and self-destruction.

Reactive Devaluation: Tendency to disparage proposals made by another party especially if this party is viewed as negative or antagonistic.

Living life with a sudden disability.

Teaching honor and culture to groups of kids.

No deployments leaving an feeling of inadequacy.

Going into business with your girlfriend.

Following your own path that different from what your significant other wants.

Mark T. “Coch” Cochiolo has over 30 years of Naval Special Warfare experience ranging from Special Warfare Operator, Operational Tester, Combat developer, Officer In Charge, Training Officer and Weapons Instructor.

Coch has four operational SEAL tours of duty to the Western Pacific (WESTPAC) under his belt and has spent eight years as an assaulter and breacher on the US Navy’s tier one counter-terrorist unit making operational and combat deployments to hotspots in Eastern Europe and the Middle East.

Danica joined the mainstream ranks by succeeding in the male-dominated world of professional motorsports. Danica was named to TIME’s “100 Most Influential People” list, has graced the cover of many prestigious publications and was featured in pictorials in the 2008 and 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. She has appeared in a record-setting 14 Super Bowl commercials

>The DEF Reset<

Chaos for a civilians in The Ukraine. How to deal with it.

Handling Bullies

Her Jealous Ex Causing Problems.

HoolieGolf.com

Going direct on an obnoxious person.

Feeling inadequate in the dating market.

The right decision: Follow your heart? Or Security?

How do you measure up after one year of training?

Jocko's opinion on waterboarding.

Arthur C. Brooks is the Parker Gilbert Montgomery Professor of the Practice of Public and Nonprofit Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School, and Professor of Management Practice at the Harvard Business School, where he teaches courses on leadership, happiness, and social entrepreneurship. He is also a columnist at The Atlantic, where he writes the popular weekly “How to Build a Life” column. Brooks is the author of 13 books, including the 2023 #1 New York Times bestseller, "Build the Life You Want: The Art and Science of Getting Happier" with co-author Oprah Winfrey and the 2022 #1 New York Times bestseller From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life. He speaks to audiences all around the world about human happiness, and works to raise well-being within private companies, universities, public agencies, and community organizations.

Overwhelmed with too much to do. Solved.

Feeling of wanting to join the military wont leave.

Are you training too much?

Should I stay? Or should I go?

A legit debate on who's plan to follow.

Tom DeBlass (born May 14, 1982) is an American Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioner, submission grappler and mixed martial artist currently signed to ONE Championship. He has competed in the middleweight division for Bellator and the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

How to light a fire under your kid's ass to get motivated.

Should you choose passion or money for a career motive?

Losing faith in humanity.

Is the military worth joining now days?

The physical and mental toll of service lasts long after the uniform is retired. Many of those who are suffering are not seeking help or treatment, or they may not even know how to vocalize what they are feeling. They may pull away from family and friends and isolate themselves, a known precursor to suicidal ideation. They may be suffering from undiagnosed traumatic brain injuries that mimics psychological ailments or PTSD.  

How much protein is good for kids?

Situational awareness tips, even if you have ADHD.

Dealing with OVERLY emotional people.

The fix to the "work from home" attitude causing problems.

Dealing with the idea of death.

Train Hard (https://www.th.fit)

With A CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE and EIGHT CONSECUTIVE CROSSFIT GAMES APPEARANCES under his belt, Jason’s record speaks for itself. His lifelong dedication to TRAIN HARD and relentless pursuit of excellence in business and fitness has led him to where he is today — a successful entrepreneur, loving father and husband, and leader in the fitness industry.

James Mukoyama (born August 3, 1944) was (at the time) the youngest American to command a United States Army division. He served over thirty years on active and reserve duty in the Army, including service in Korea and Vietnam.

An examination of Navy Principles of War lecture by Vice Admiral David F. Emerson, 1963.

Embrace the process.

Your temper and anger management.

Do Vets get scared of their own violence sometimes?

Cheaters in gym competitions.

Bronze medal in a 3-man bracket.

The hidden devil behind alcohol... Even in moderation.

How are you representing yourself?

Spanking kids and other methods of punishment.

Doing the best we can in a job we don't intend to keep.

Female finding BJJ training partners.

Coworker who lacks communication and follow-through.

Solving the problem of getting after it in life too hard and burnout?

Vincent "Rocco" Vargas was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, California. Vargas enlisted in the United States Army (2003–2015) and went on to serve 3 combat deployments with the 2nd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment. Vargas also served as an infantry Drill Sergeant. He then left active duty and entered the reserves with the rank of Sergeant First Class. After leaving active duty, Vargas worked in special operations as a medic with the Arizona Department of Corrections and then the U.S. Border Patrol but left in 2013 to pursue his career as an entertainer.

What to do if you think you're a victim of psychotronic weaponry.

Lessons from the world over that last 7 years.

Valuable employee but is late all the time.

What to do if you think you're autistic.

How to surround yourself with productive, like-minded people.

If You're Too Attached, and You Have A Closed Mind.

Eye contact, confidence, and awkwardness.

Communicating importance to emotionally immature people.

Empowering people VS. pawning off work.

How to protect yourself if relationships to avoid getting hurt or betrayed.

Recommended guides to weight lifting.

JP Dinnell is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and now a Leadership Instructor, Speaker and Strategic Advisor with Echelon Front, where he serves as Chief Training Officer. J.P. is also a pro team athlete and spokesperson for Origin Maine and Jocko Fuel, an American clothing and supplement company. J.P. has a signature Energy Drink flavor “Sour Apple Sniper” with Jocko Fuel.

Jeremiah spent nearly a decade in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments. Sent to the violent terrorist stronghold of Ar Ramadi, Iraq in 2006 with SEAL Team Three’s Task Unit Bruiser, J.P. served as point man, machine gunner, and lead sniper for Delta Platoon opposite the American Sniper, Chris Kyle, who was in Charlie Platoon. For his leadership and courage under fire, JP was awarded a Silver Star, 2 Bronze Stars with Valor and the Army Commendation Medal with Valor helping Task Unit Bruiser to become the most highly decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War.

He worked closely with SEAL Officers Jocko Willink, his Task Unit Commander, and Leif Babin, and was the driving force on many of the daring combat operations Jocko and Leif wrote about in Extreme Ownership.

Tension is a form of balance.

Can loyalty get in the way of your personal success?

Making successful career decisions.

The "Tell them I told you to do it" approach.

Nerdy with allergies. Should I start Jiu Jitsu and Lifting weights?

What to do if you wife has given up on you and you want to get her back.

Retired Navy SEAL, Jimmy May discusses The Battle of Ramadi, and his SEAL career. Also his Non Profit, Beyond The Brotherhood.

Finishing what you started when you're so close to the goal.

Keeping a secret for your boss about spying on your colleagues.

Coworker still rubbing me the wrong way even after I took extreme ownership.

Where does Jocko stand on Alcohol now days?

Where does motivation come from?

Sean Glass is a former U.S. Navy SEAL officer, combat leader, and now a leadership instructor with Echelon Front. Sean spent 13 years in the SEAL Teams with three combat deployments to Afghanistan, Iraq, and Eastern Africa. He led five SEAL platoons in Iraq against Islamic State forces during some of the most dynamic and demanding environments where he saw first-hand the power of leadership on the battlefield. Sean returned from Iraq to serve as Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams where he spearheaded the development of leadership training and personally instructed and mentored the next generation of SEAL leaders.

Sean left active duty in 2019 and became the Chief Operating Officer of a successful venture capital backed construction technology startup, where he helped scale the company’s growth and established a highly successful decentralized, team-first culture.

Sean then joined Echelon Front where he serves as a leadership instructor, bringing unique front-line perspective that blends tactical and executive leadership experience from the military and business environments to help build high performance, winning teams that thrive in ambiguous, adverse conditions.

Drama in the business bringing everybody down. What to do.

Best way to stay on The Path with a significant injury.

Needing a mental rest, but life is too hectic and I can't slow down.

How to keep from falling asleep unwanted.

Considered one of the most accomplished Nittany Lions of all-time, Nickal earned the 2019 Dan Hodge Trophy as the nation's most outstanding collegiate wrestler, was a two-time Schalles Award winner as the nation's best pinner and was also named the 2019 Big Ten Athlete of the Year.

A Tendency to Do Nothing or Remain Unchanged. Inertia.

Starting Jiu Jitsu with Knee injuries.

Feeling beat down, hurt, bruised ego, and no motivation.

Jiu Jitsu? Or Krav Maga?

Should you be more social? Would it improve your life?

Overcome self-sabotage.

CEO, HPS, Inc., Speaker, Author, Psychologist, Mensa | Special Forces Operator, Airborne, Ranger, MACV-SOG 1-0 | Ironman, Army Veteran, LTC (Retired)

Remi Adeleke is the author of the acclaimed memoir Transformed. He was born in western Africa. Following his father’s death, his mother, brother, and he relocated permanently to the Bronx in New York City. After years of making regrettable decisions, Remi joined the Navy in 2002 and later became a Navy SEAL

How to teach kids appreciation in life.

Can't figure out why my colleague doesn't seem to like me.

Should you take it easy in Jiu Jitsu training if you're physically superior?

Building trust in the Police force, along with accountability.

Rectifying a wrong professional decision. Getting onto a better path.

One of the most recognizable figures in modern Brazilian jiu-jitsu. He is a well-known and popular coach who has helped develop some top UFC competitors and has also trained celebrities.

As co-owner and head instructor at the Gracie University of jiu-jitsu headquartered in Torrance, California Gracie is known for his initiatives training Police officers in jiu-jitsu based self-defense and his advocacy calling for a nationwide police reform.

Can you forgive a child molester if he feels remorse?

Does my size matter in joining a fighting force?

What if you don't want to accept a promotion?

I think I'm weak, but I still want to be a high-speed operator.

He is a former Navy SEAL, and the author of “City of Death: Humanitarian Warriors in the Battle of Mosul”.

You can support Stronghold’s mission at www.strongholdrescue.org .

Financially improving as a single parent.

Improving relationships when you're on The Spectrum.

How to network with good people.

Getting over past trauma to excel in life.

Being more concise to improve being the leader.

Dr. Matthew Provencher is one of the nation’s leading orthopedic surgeons specializing in the surgical treatment and rehabilitation of injuries to the knee and shoulder.

Captain Matthew T. Provencher, MD MBA MC USNR (Ret.), a native of Barrington, New Hampshire attended Oyster River High School in Durham, New Hampshire and then the United States Naval Academy, where he was appointed the Deputy Brigade Commander (Second in command), graduated with Distinction (Highest Honors) with a Major in Electrical Engineering, and was designated as Secretary of the Navy Distinguished Graduate. He was also inducted into Phi Kappa Phi (The National Honor Society), Tau Beta Pi (The National Engineering Honor Society), and Sigma Pi Sigma (The National Physics Honor Society). During his undergraduate years, Dr. Provencher was also a 4-year varsity oarsman and First-Team All-American at Navy and named Most Valuable Oarsman. He completed his medical education at Dartmouth Medical School where he graduated with Honors and was elected to the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.

Doing good but unfulfilled as a young man.

How to recover from making a terrible impression.

Follow the money? Or follow the passion?

Dealing with an environment full of gossip.

How to raise your kids to be confident and self-assured.

Should you start Jiu Jitsu at 47 if you have a goal to get a black belt.

What about Metallica?

What would you need to go to war by yourself?

How to prepare for a career as a corrections officer.

What to do if a girl is a really good catch and is really into you, but you're not as into her.

Ryan Holiday is the bestselling author of Trust Me, I’m Lying; The Obstacle Is the Way; Ego Is the Enemy; Conspiracy and other books about marketing, culture, and the human condition. His work has been translated into over 30 languages and has appeared everywhere from the New York Times to Fast Company. His company, Brass Check, has advised companies such as Google, TASER, and Complex, as well as multiplatinum musicians and some of the biggest authors in the world.

How to Mentally Prep for a Stressful Situation.

Information fast VS Accurate.

Best leadership advice that Jocko has received.

Wife wants to start Jiu Jitsu. Husband does not approve.

Dealing with the loss of a loved one.

Having trouble with recruitment in the EMT field.

Amongst the scene of unsupportable horror.

How to effectively deal with constant mishaps and frustrations.

How to turn a shabby day into a productive day with momentum.

How to effectively and reliably train your dog.

Pulling rank VS Taking the high ground.

Taking a job that is morally wrong to get ahead??

Peter Attia, MD, is the founder of Early Medical, a medical practice that applies the principles of Medicine 3.0 to patients with the goal of lengthening their lifespan and simultaneously improving their healthspan.

He is the host of The Drive, one of the most popular podcasts covering the topics of health and medicine.

He is also the author of the #1 New York Times Bestseller, Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity.

Developing Prejudice Against Others and Loyalty Toward Your Own. Eagles VS Rattlers.

Abusive BJJ Instructor? Or an instructor who is too laid back?

Dealing with a partner who's ego is getting in the way of your success.

Should 62 year old grandma start Jiu Jitsu?

A very effective body weight workout routine.

Retired Navy SEAL Drago Dzieran takes readers behind the scenes of his incredible life, from an impoverished childhood in Communist-controlled Poland to his time as a political prisoner, to his twenty years as a member of the United States military’s most elite fighting force.

Putting up with disrespectful people and checking your ego.

Effectively communicating with different personalities.

How to find your purpose in life.

Creating more time in the day for things you want to do.

Jocko and JP Dinnell discuss sabotage and the protocols to effectively sabotage the enemy. Also, yourself.

After his graduation from West Point, McCormick went to United States Army Airborne School and to Ranger School; he was named the Honor Graduate of Ranger School. He joined the 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, in 1987.

How to have hard / sensitive conversations with people.

How to build relationships with people who are at odds with each other.

Risking complacency with diffused / shared accountability.

How to raise driven, uncommon, happy, great young men.

How to motivate people with no monetary incentive.

Having trouble speaking up in meetings.

Red teaming and critical thinking.

What path to take as a young man. NoFAP?

How to be successful regardless of your residence.

Getting on the program?

Should you be on a hard program and risk failure? Or a moderate program that is sustainable.

How to get the most out of learning.

How to avoid bitterness when criticized.

How to get more articulate and better at speaking to people.

How to deal with your ex-girlfriend hooking up with your best friend in the same house.

Dealing with the clowns in everyday society.

Dealing with a person who always runs late.

How to succeed in an industry when you have no experience.

How to get over Fear.

How to deal with a person in the group who is supremely disrespectful and egotistical.

Can you always "smell" intent?

Getting out of a depression.

Fixating on the "What if?" driving me crazy.

Taking Extreme Ownership with people who don't take their share of ownership of a problem.

How to implement a system change within a group without ruffling feathers.

Dealing with someone who always "has to be right".

Should "loyalty" to a group Hold you back?

How to manage a weak boss.

Family not supporting your Jiu Jitsu training schedule.

Hygiene and etiquette in Jiu Jitsu.

The value of collective punishment.

Living up to a father's expectations and standards.

How to gracefully leave a job.

What to do when your job superiors are taking advantage of you.

After serving in Afghanistan as an Artillery Gunner at 19 years old and losing friends during battle, Kelsi came home with PTSD. After 7 years of anger and pain she decided to use her struggle for good, and try to help others through their struggle.

Dating a girl with a promiscuous past.

Getting a loved one onto the PATH.

Wife is spending us into a bad place. Refuses to stop or help.

How to know if a Jiu Jitsu Academy is reputable.

Is it "good" to have enemies?

Practicing enough to get good at something.

How to deal with an intimate partner drifting away.

How important are Jiu Jitsu tournaments?

Developing a good work ethic.