I think my favorite thing about this podcast is as follows: even though Jocko has had such a successful career in the military, and even though he’s had so much success transitioning into civilian life, he never seems to get too big headed. He listens intently. He tells the truth, however hard it may be for anyone to hear. Jocko seems so eager to learn new information. His energy is infectious. Finding this podcast has been one of my favorite things of the new year. I know I’m late to the party, but I’m just happy I’m here.

I have been read Beowulf since I could understand speech. Both of my parents are Medievalists and as a young child I taught myself to say “Beowulf is my name”. I have to say, hearing Beowulf read by a modern day Beowulf who fought the Grendels that prowl the real world was absolutely epic. Thanks, Jocko!

Good evening, Echo.

In normal life, there is no way I would wind up in earshot of this man's story sessions. Truly amazing, thank you all. Especially echo

Finally Jocko reads Beowulf! Get some 😤💪

This guest was my favorite of all!! Love to hear the play by play of these guys careers. Keep them coming cause we’re locked on!

Jason Gardner Rocks! What a cool guy. Jocko and Echo. You guys always rock! Laughed my *** off!

I loved it when the seal teams rolled with us! He said it felt like a beast rolling around us but it felt like call of duty with them!😂🙋🏽‍♂️

This two-part series was one of the most insightful military podcasts I've ever listened to

You notice all a lot of these team guys have voices that sound like they done just a life time of yelling? Their vocal cords seen better days

Finally, Jocko podcast recognizes the genius of Sensei Master Ken.

I feel like a 10 year old boy after listening to these two warriors.

How on Earth could anyone give any of Jocko's podcasts a thumbs down? Love these.

Jocko's thumbnails look like they're scheming world domination.

Echo lookin JACKED

Working for Echelon Front is DEFINITELY a much better plan than, "Doing some type of investment...stuff." That Mr. Gardner had planned the first time he got out of the Navy. Like Jocko says when you are getting ready to leave the service, "Find your next mission." Another awesome podcast!

Stand by to get some.

Jocko uses Theo Von phrases. "use that hitter" too good man

1st time listener, but found you were awesome on Rogan, commenting, liking, and subscribing now! Respect to you and Master Chief Gardner from a former Marine. Semper Fi.

Joined the Navy 1985, born and raised in Detroit got stationed on a GMC out of San Diego where I first herd Black Flag and then the Circle Jerks never heard anything like it and immediately loved it , got into Metallica and Slayer and still jam to them today

Thank you both for these great lessons from the best

Love the Humility from you two. Especially to hear it from the Master Chief who was constantly reminding us how cocky he was. (And then more humbly states it was nothing but insecurity) Great Podcast! Amazing and very inspiring.

The lighting and video treatment on this show is perfect.

It is wonderful watching such an intimate conversation between friends. It is as if nobody else is there. Also so amusing hearing “wasta”.

I could listen to these two talk a lot longer than 3 hours.

Jocko, the warrior-philosopher. Truly a man among boys.

Great interview. Really enjoyed this one.

Hell yeah guys! Great episode. Shout out to gbh and seal teams from San Diego!! Love what you guys are doing here. Cheers

This is my favorite guest of any. The struggle is real.

Old school Jocko Podcast when that’s all there was. Applauding the rapid and much deserved, and Earned, success! But there was something irresistible about this time. I’m sure there are many awesome JP’s yet to be. But this is when I was hooked, hung on every word, becoming a loyal fan. Thank you both for keeping the spirit of JP mostly real and raw.

I love these interviews I find it interesting learning about war and hardship but most of all over coming the beast

This episode is bad ass. I love this guy

Such a great story! Thank you for your service! 🇺🇸

SLAYER \m/Going to see them on my birthday in May! Found out about them when I was 12 from my buddies older brother and they make the hair on my arms stand up to this day 20 years later! Once I heard them, the bar was set!

You can tell jocko is excited. Its nice to see\hear.

It gave me the biggest smile to hear Jocko Willink talking about hardcore.

Love to hear an interview of HARRY CONSTANCE Seal and Author of "Good To Go". Great story the guy went through hell. He was a Seal in Vietnam .

Jocko is Beowulf. Echo is Wiglaf.

This dang Podcast, just listening to Jocko and Echo jab and joke around with each other at the end of each podcast makes it so much more rewarding listening through every podcast. Just Jocko's evil laugh alone is worth waiting for. The genuineness in this podcast is unmatched in the very awkward world of podcasts out there. Thanks Jocko and Echo for your efforts! P.S. - Hoping to see Goggins in your podcast in the future!

These massive podcasts are awesome also!

Love Jocko's bemused expression when the conversation turns to Star Wars costumes.

Is it weird that hearing that initial story of his first sniper contact was actually better then any motivational video I could ever watch?

Its awesome to have such a big fan of the show on the podcast!

Have marcus luttrell on the podcast

Welcome aboard Master Chief , steaming to the west coast:)

Adapt and overcome, the best skill you can have, its the skill to learn new things.

My son is transitioning from civilian to war fighter. At this moment he is engaged in the PAST test Air Force Spec Ops. Aspiring PJ, one of my greatest gifts I gave him was the link to this podcast. Thanks Jocko, for the podcast and the books.

Good stuff ! Guys I like how this guy tells his stories as if it's just him an jocko an echo .

When Jocko left for boot camp he said “pops” I’m leaving now so your the man of the house now.. lol Jockos face looks like it was made to fit in a Spartan helmet.. real deal right there

Listening to this episode is so GD satisfying

When Jocko showed up to BUDs they just gave him his Trident and told him to help the instructors .

A great podcast.

Jason Gardner was a cool guest! Really enjoyed hearing his story! 👍

I like this pod cast. This is like my 4th time listening to it. Jason G seens like a good dude

As soon as i heard Jocko ask how he got into punk and metal i was like this dude is Awesome!

Listening to Echo cracking up was one of the best parts of this one

1:16:01 Beginning of his combat in Somalia story...

I wish I had leadership like Jocko. But then again, so does everyone else! Jocko / EchoCharles 2020 ! But then again, we're not worthy.

More Chicken Patties! Love that! Your guys are awesome!!!!! Appreciate you both!!!

Nine ISIS members have watched this based on current thumbs down. Stay on the path, find them.

Great Podcast - My New Favorite Channel.

I think the closed loop is the best way to operate because we are talking those individuals with specialized training and experience and incorporating them back into our Frontline troops who otherwise may never get that type of leadership.

Excellent podcast.

So true lol.. I always made sure I had friends in the galley and supply,, always needed food and boondockers

This one and the Jonny kim one are my favorite podcast episode

Thank you jocko👏

This guest is top notch entertainment.

"Well, they tell you that but I finally started listening to them".

Amazing convo!

We had to read Jockos book at my office! Very good!

Thank you!

Listening to “Puff the Magic Dragon” while watching Puff the Magic Dragon work over a hillside.

I just imagine jocko, leif, tony, chris and the whole squad rolling into ramadi blasting pantera or slayer or some shit and scaring the piss out of the enemy. Shits like a movie in my head.

I knew Dan Carol from years ago, Great man!

How have I not heard of this Podcast today. I heard Andy on Rogan. Then today Jocko is on my feed today. Strange. Well I can try and clue in while sheltering in place. Great stuff.

this was so damn good

Old single shot McMillan 88! I remember seeing one of those at a gunshow in the 90s when I was in highschool. Not sure any other 50 cal is as cool!

So crazy earlier in this podcast I was thinking damn, being in the water I've never heard any stories about sharks and Baaaam! You guys touch on it.

haha at 2:24:26 Jocko said "Get that Hitta" haha anyone else Theo Von fans in here? #ganggang

Thanks for another great podcast! A bit of explanation on some of the military jargon used during the podcast would have been great for to those of us who have never served in the military. Several times I found myself hoping the jacked Echo Charles would pipe up and ask, "what does that mean?"

Completely missed this episode, like many others but still, what an inspiring and just awesome dude. Jocko, although this has been over a year ago, this still applies now, you are by far the best podcast host ever, like.. I listen to podcasts daily (mentors 4 military, mike ritland, the fieldcraft survival podcast, modern mindset, cleared hot, recon,..), but you really are by far the best host. Not because you're a giant of a man, not because you were a seal, not because of any of that, it's because you don't let ANY of that get to your head and you're just really genuinely interested in their stories, you let them speak you don't interrupt them (a big mistake from a lot of hosts), you really know how to kinda guide the guest into a certain way where they are really comfortable talking and sharing their stories. You sir deserve all the respect you get from the people around you, you definitely do. Kind regards.

Jocko would be the perfect dude to play Letho in The Witcher... Jocko, tiiime to start a movie career!!

It was "Target Focused Training" -- TFT.. the spinal reflex to the strike would dictate the reaction Massive shade thrown.. OTOH jiu-jitsu can't beat a bum rush.. better to shoot from cover...or call in an airstrike :)

Back in the DAYYYYYS

Look for the speech ( on youtube ) that Jason gave to a bunch of seals before starting a mission, its awesome….

You know what is f*(king crazy? I think I did some Training Ops with this Brother in the PI. I was station at VC-5 from 90-92 as a Rescue Swimmer/Aircrewman. I wondered why he looked so damned familiar to me. Small GD world, man. lol

As a former sailor, becoming friendly with someone who works in the galley, and supply is always a smart move

The "Delusion" of "Power".

Fantastic guest, terrific podcast!

Hell yeah! Master chief loves the dead Kennedys!! That’s awesome! US Navy Veteran 1994-2004 ...SH2(sw) we had Navy Seals on our deployment in 1997 onboard the USS Ashland LSD 48..they were crazy but cool as F!!

I was getting ready for bed and literally before clicking in the video thumbnail, I said to myself, "Tell me a bedtime story uncle Jocko, and then i hear that opening excerpt he reads in the beginning, felt like Christmas in July 😂🤣

Mr. Gardener's attitude reminds me a bit of Jesse James' (West Coast Choppers).

Jason with the Star Wars facts

Thank you!♥️😁

Mr. Gardner was in Gordon Forbes documentary about navy seals. He talks about that .50 cal experience

Niland, CA. Always see Seals runnning

SLAYER! 🤘

Jocko.. Brother cant forget Bad Religion and the Descendents.. !

Gator Squares off the coast of Africa for months on end? Whoa....you weren't by chance on the Med Float off the coast of Congo and Zaire aboard the Nassau LHA 4 with me, were ya?

i fuckin love this guest. my two favs: him and meyer