Alpha Centauri lol a swing and a miss. You almost had a good comment until you compared a General to a Scientist. If you think studying a particular molecule or form of aquatic life is more intense, takes greater skill, or is just generally on a higher level than leading countless men and women in defense of their country or in the pursuit of an equally massive enemy force, then your perspective isn’t as large or open as it should be to compare the two roles. Both useful and necessary roles, but not equal nor even close to being equal by any standard.
Kyle Weber Swing and a miss ( because we’re not playing baseball anymore) you almost made a good comment until you compared the United States with a nation, by the very definition a nation its required to consist of a stable community of people, formed on the basis of a common language, territory, history, ethnicity, or psychological make-up manifested in a common culture. as a homogeneous people with a shared culture and shared values and social mores under one governmental structure that does not seek to exist in competition from any other group. You have almost none of those things.... what’s your ethical sense of honor rooted in except blind allegiance to a system and nation that may or may not have been around and working somewhat as intended to the benefit of your grandfathers (arguably more likely your great grandfather) interests? Certainly not yours on any meaningful level.
@I Karate Kick Amongst You I’m confused. I don’t think any of your comments were replies to mine. Either that, or you must be having the other half of the conversation with yourself?
General Mook had a sister company to the one I was assigned , both of them part of Colonel Hackworths' 4th battalion of the 39th infantry regiment, 9th Infantry Division. Hack and Mook were / are wonderful leaders and eventually trusted and beloved friends. I was badly hurt by the passing of Hack back in '05 and we almost lost Mook a few years ago. I was devastated when I arrived at the 9th Div HQ as the 4/39 was a WRECK! I was RA, airborne infantry, and fouled paperwork kept me out of Benning and Bragg, and I was as far from my dream as was possible! BUT men like Hack and Mook changed all that and I could not be more satisfied and proud of my service in the presence and under the command of these and other good men and remarkable warriors!! The process of constructing Hacks' "Steel My Soldiers Hearts" was simply off the charts emotionally and that buzz has yet to totally subside. Great to see Mook on the podcast!!!
Jerry, thank you for your service. I am proud to be your friend. Thank you for telling me about General Mook - I made sure to pay special attention to this podcast.
Thank you Susan! It is a pleasure and high honor to be associated with such good people as you and MG Mukoyama. 'Mook' ,by any measure, is a true warrior , which is far more than killing and dying. His human qualities are immense !!! Best to you my friend...
I downloaded this earlier today and listened at work. What a great podcast. General Mukoyama seems like a genuinely respectful and humble man. Thanks for having him on the show.
PeacefulJoint -- You found him humble? It seemed like he was talking about his accomplishments, medals, degrees, and how sharp he is 70% of the time I've been listening to it.
Wow. Incredible story. The fact that his adopted daughter was a match for kidney transplant is a miracle. Thoroughly enjoyed this and all your podcasts.
I really enjoy the way you do these book reviews and interviews. It's not only entertaining, but very inspirational, educational and insightful. Thank you so much!
My gosh what a great interview with a very special General. Jocko has the best guests on the best podcast. How can you not be inspired by this guy, he’s just amazing. Every thing he does is about helping people that are in need.
This was one if my favorite jocko podcasts. And somehow I still listen through and enjoyed the advertisments at the end even though I have heard them all like 40 times.
Thank You Jocko, that was an amazing interview. Thank you for interviewing WWII, Korea, and Vietnam Vets. These guys have paved the way for me as a former military officer. These guys are the REAL AMERICAN HEROs.
Moral Courage … MG Mukoyama lived it. He learned it from a legend, Col. D Hackworth. I’ve got a hand written card Hack sent me after I read About Face as a 19 year old ROTC cadet in ‘89. He helped to shape my leadership style. Great interview. I know this is a few years old but would love to hear some more interviews with people who had served with Hack and are discussed in his book.
What an amazing man!! I recall calling Mook while he was in the midst of his acute medical conditions, and all told he dodged several large caliber rounds when his heart stopped working thereby causing his kidneys to fail etc etc.. The human body does not like those conditions as a cascade of very serious events can easily bring on a terminal event. Now, to see him back standing tall, looking great and as in command as ever, it is apparent that the Good Lord has plans for him!! Thanks for all you do Mook, and blessings all around you! HardCoreRecondo SIR! Sully
25:15 what he says right here is fairly profound. Reading from the classics myself ive learned huge lessons that have been applicable time and time again in my life.
My grandfather was an anglo officer in the 442nd...he was killed in action by sniper fire the day after the rescue of the Lost battalion near St. Lo France....
I was fortunate to be in the 85th division. As a 20 year old young enlisted solider. I grew up with a lot of the 12th special forces guys. Excellant group of warriors. I was there for the the end of the 85th Division. Lost my job and had to find a new mos. I appreciate the video JOCKO. Thank you for this pod cast and all that you have done and will do.
Them not giving Gen. Mukoyama an assignment shows they cared more about their own agenda than they did for our guys that were fighting on the front lines, in other words, the grunts and that is what happened in Vietnam! this man was and is a great asset to our military and to our country and it is a real shame he was treated the way he was but as Jocko just said he is still helping our soldiers both active an inactive! thank you Gen. Mukoyama!
This podcast is full of wisdom given by individuals that have lived the mistakes and successes . It’s like having access to countless mentors . Listen and be humble are a reoccurring theme . Ego is a murderer of self awareness and self improvement. You are your greatest enemy .
Oh man, he was part of macv? The sog teams were absolutely awesome! This guy is just amazing to me... Super intelligent and graceful in how he talks and acts... So cool
Buy running shoes and heart rate monitor. Get good at one thing and others will follow and it will not be long until you feel like you can do anything. Wasn't that the idea of cub scouts?
Jocko, ive just started listening to your POD Cast and ive not had the chance to hear them all....I believe this will/can be the best. What a remarkable man the general is. Thank Jocko
Fantastic podcast. I always look forward to seeing who you guys have on this program and you never disappoint. I am so looking forward to the next one. Keep up the wonderful work gentlemen.... Scorpion1AArmy- Military Police Iraq Comabt Veteran 2/03 - 4/04
These conversations really open a door into a world I find fascinating. These brave men come on and share war stories to give the average joe a peak into that world. Jockos art of the conversation is beautiful. He controls the tempo, lends credibility and relates in a way to help these men really open up, in a way only vets can. I try to imagine myself in their shoes in these situations. Time and time again im left like feeling i wouldve lost control, these men thrive. Thats a hero. God bless gents.👏 Thankyou for your service. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
In June or July of 2001, I flew into BWI and took a train to Union Station to visit family. One objective was to see the United States Postal Museum and a collection of artifacts from the detention camps. When I left the shock of what I saw before the train stopped to when I emerged into the Gleaming facade Of DC there was the USPS museum. What an amazing exhibition it was heart wrenching. Plus the rest of the history of USPS especially air mail just crazy. I am so grateful I was a able to see the detention exhibit....
Pershing Rifles was one of the greatest things to help me through ROTC. The discipline I learned from it expedited my abilities amongst most of my peers.
Does General Mukoyama possibly recall PVT 1st Class Edward Goldstein? My dad, he's now deceased 03/14/17 his birthday 81 years to the day. He was at Fort Lewis and went to South Korea. However, he never saw the front lines. Thank you for your service, gentlemen, and Echo 🙏
I admire Jockos ability to listen and give space. thats what many interviewers lack.
Yes! He reminds me of interviewers back in the late 60s-mid 70s (David Suskind, Dick Cavett etc.) He's an extremely good interviewer.
Right ,Jocko is a dynamite interviewer.
Mike Ritland is the same way, both great interviewers
I agree. I even forgot I was watching his podcast for like 40 minutes and then he started to speak lol
Lex Fridman- Take notes big boi.
This guy is legitimate! Joe Rogan gets fighters in his podcast. Jacko gets two Star Generals. Amazing!
Idiot
They are both good podcasts and jocko might not have a podcast I'd not for Joe Rogan and Tim ferris
Alpha Centauri lol a swing and a miss.
You almost had a good comment until you compared a General to a Scientist.
If you think studying a particular molecule or form of aquatic life is more intense, takes greater skill, or is just generally on a higher level than leading countless men and women in defense of their country or in the pursuit of an equally massive enemy force, then your perspective isn’t as large or open as it should be to compare the two roles.
Both useful and necessary roles, but not equal nor even close to being equal by any standard.
Kyle Weber Swing and a miss ( because we’re not playing baseball anymore) you almost made a good comment until you compared the United States with a nation, by the very definition a nation its required
to consist of a stable community of people, formed on the basis of a common language, territory, history, ethnicity, or psychological make-up manifested in a common culture. as a homogeneous people with a shared culture and shared values and social mores under one governmental structure that does not seek to exist in competition from any other group. You have almost none of those things.... what’s your ethical sense of honor rooted in except blind allegiance to a system and nation that may or may not have been around and working somewhat as intended to the benefit of your grandfathers (arguably more likely your great grandfather) interests? Certainly not yours on any meaningful level.
@I Karate Kick Amongst You I’m confused. I don’t think any of your comments were replies to mine. Either that, or you must be having the other half of the conversation with yourself?
General Mook had a sister company to the one I was assigned , both of them part of Colonel Hackworths' 4th battalion of the 39th infantry regiment, 9th Infantry Division. Hack and Mook were / are wonderful leaders and eventually trusted and beloved friends. I was badly hurt by the passing of Hack back in '05 and we almost lost Mook a few years ago. I was devastated when I arrived at the 9th Div HQ as the 4/39 was a WRECK! I was RA, airborne infantry, and fouled paperwork kept me out of Benning and Bragg, and I was as far from my dream as was possible! BUT men like Hack and Mook changed all that and I could not be more satisfied and proud of my service in the presence and under the command of these and other good men and remarkable warriors!! The process of constructing Hacks' "Steel My Soldiers Hearts" was simply off the charts emotionally and that buzz has yet to totally subside. Great to see Mook on the podcast!!!
Jerry, thank you for your service. I am proud to be your friend. Thank you for telling me about General Mook - I made sure to pay special attention to this podcast.
Thank you Susan! It is a pleasure and high honor to be associated with such good people as you and MG Mukoyama. 'Mook' ,by any measure, is a true warrior , which is far more than killing and dying. His human qualities are immense !!! Best to you my friend...
thank you for your service
Thank you sir for your service!
Jerry Sullivan, thank you for your service.
“What are they going to do... Send us to Vietnam??” I love that so much... many times in Afghanistan I said the same thing. Job well done, gentlemen.
A common refrain brother! Welcome home... Sully
I was an enlisted (E3) USAF SPS perimeter guard at TSN in 1971 - that was one of our favorite sayings too.... that can be repeated.
I downloaded this earlier today and listened at work. What a great podcast. General Mukoyama seems like a genuinely respectful and humble man. Thanks for having him on the show.
PeacefulJoint -- You found him humble? It seemed like he was talking about his accomplishments, medals, degrees, and how sharp he is 70% of the time I've been listening to it.
Trepanation21 He's a retired 2 star General talking about his military career. What do you expect him to talk about? The weather?
im pretty impressed by his accomplishments and dedication. its just how it was, not outright bragging.
What a man. I love this man and am thankful for him and his service. Thank you General!
This was a great one!! What a National Treasure!
Kristy Boo Jocko never ceases to surprise me. The best podcast around!
Jocko delightfully laughs everytime Mook says one of leadership principles in his own words
the way jocko smiles when he's talking and looking at a fellow soldier is amazing to me
This guys mind is still sharp as a razor and well spoken. A pleasure to listen to this podcast for sure. Thank you for your service gentlemen!
Wow. Incredible story. The fact that his adopted daughter was a match for kidney transplant is a miracle. Thoroughly enjoyed this and all your podcasts.
Man what a Podcast!!!!!! Jocko hits a grand slam with having “Mook” on.
One of the best podcasts yet. "Mook" is an inspiring man.
I really enjoy the way you do these book reviews and interviews. It's not only entertaining, but very inspirational, educational and insightful. Thank you so much!
The humility of General Mukoyama is amazing! Thank you for sharing this interview.
This podcast delivered......
Hat is off to this Honoured Guest.
His ethic and integrity are exemplary !
Thank you gentlemen .....
My gosh what a great interview with a very special General. Jocko has the best guests on the best podcast.
How can you not be inspired by this guy, he’s just amazing. Every thing he does is about helping people that are in need.
Needs about 4 billion more views.
This was one if my favorite jocko podcasts. And somehow I still listen through and enjoyed the advertisments at the end even though I have heard them all like 40 times.
...at some point it becomes an inside joke with Echo's long-windedness. It's ridiculously funny. He's the perfect foil to Jocko.
So glad I found this particular podcast!! Gen Mook is a blessing to hear
Thank You Jocko, that was an amazing interview. Thank you for interviewing WWII, Korea, and Vietnam Vets. These guys have paved the way for me as a former military officer. These guys are the REAL AMERICAN HEROs.
This is an honorable man
Keep it going Jocko it helps us that are older that are still dealing with issues.
So much to learn from him. Thank you for having him on.
I could listen to the Mook all day long.
Moral Courage … MG Mukoyama lived it. He learned it from a legend, Col. D Hackworth. I’ve got a hand written card Hack sent me after I read About Face as a 19 year old ROTC cadet in ‘89. He helped to shape my leadership style. Great interview. I know this is a few years old but would love to hear some more interviews with people who had served with Hack and are discussed in his book.
What an amazing man!! I recall calling Mook while he was in the midst of his acute medical conditions, and all told he dodged several large caliber rounds when his heart stopped working thereby causing his kidneys to fail etc etc.. The human body does not like those conditions as a cascade of very serious events can easily bring on a terminal event. Now, to see him back standing tall, looking great and as in command as ever, it is apparent that the Good Lord has plans for him!! Thanks for all you do Mook, and blessings all around you! HardCoreRecondo SIR! Sully
James Mukoyama, God Bless you, SIR, it's a True Honor to take a lesson from you in life. Thank you for your Servies.
25:15 what he says right here is fairly profound. Reading from the classics myself ive learned huge lessons that have been applicable time and time again in my life.
nerd
My grandfather was an anglo officer in the 442nd...he was killed in action by sniper fire the day after the rescue of the Lost battalion near St. Lo France....
Great podcast guys.
Truly inspiring story General Mukoyama, thank your for your service and what you do.
I was fortunate to be in the 85th division. As a 20 year old young enlisted solider. I grew up with a lot of the 12th special forces guys. Excellant group of warriors. I was there for the the end of the 85th Division. Lost my job and had to find a new mos. I appreciate the video JOCKO. Thank you for this pod cast and all that you have done and will do.
no one better to interview all these living legends 📈
Finished up the podcast today. That was awesome. The General is an amazing guy for sure. Really cool.
What an interesting, well-spoken, thoughtful and overall impressive man. Unbelievably good guest
Keep them coming Jocko. Important to get these archived so that the next generation can learn from them. Very much appreciate your effort.
I love this guy, Christ be with us all!
One of my very favorite interviews! Mook is a delight!
General, you were an encouragement to me!
Them not giving Gen. Mukoyama an assignment shows they cared more about their own agenda than they did for our guys that were fighting on the front lines, in other words, the grunts and that is what happened in Vietnam! this man was and is a great asset to our military and to our country and it is a real shame he was treated the way he was but as Jocko just said he is still helping our soldiers both active an inactive! thank you Gen. Mukoyama!
Thanks for getting after it brothers
God bless you James Mukoyama! You're a gift to humanity sir.
Good evening from the rolling green hills of Ireland.
Irish Technical Thinker didn't excpect to see you here
huahuahuahua huehuehuehue Greetings brother. Why? I am a massive fan of getting after it.
huahuahuahua huehuehuehue this guy comments on nearly every jocko video
Ryan Lewis shouldn't be hard for a caucasoid to go back to his homeland.
Another incredible podcast! General James Mukoyama thank you for your service and patriotism.
This podcast is full of wisdom given by individuals that have lived the mistakes and successes . It’s like having access to countless mentors . Listen and be humble are a reoccurring theme . Ego is a murderer of self awareness and self improvement. You are your greatest enemy .
Love this guy! Would love to hear half the stories he has!
Livinthedream oh yeah nnnnnnnnn nn.
I’m loving the Hack stories.
General Mook is a BEAST!
This country needs more of this man
That kidney donor story brought tears to my eyes!!!! God Bless
Awesome podcast and perspective from General "Mook."
I met the General at the Union League club in Chicago. I regret no being able to spend all night talking with him. Hopefully we'll meet again.
I've watched AND listened to every Jocko podcast, in full on UA-cam upto this one. Staying on the path!
Samurai code & spirit. Good podcast/video Jocko!
Oh man, he was part of macv? The sog teams were absolutely awesome! This guy is just amazing to me... Super intelligent and graceful in how he talks and acts... So cool
2 American Heroes sitting at the same table.
Plus Echo! Epic!!!
Outstanding pod cast. Moral injury is a interesting concept.
Learned about it at USUHS, only partially convinced
A great inspiration. The moral injury information was was an eye opener and spoke to my soul. Thank you.
Great interview! Plus, I love seeing that there is 30 min left as Echo starts the supporch. 🤣
Wow this guy is an achiever. I feel like crap at 23. What do I have to show for it?
A john wick skin on fortnite I guess. Worth it.
At 23, you have youth and potential. It's a great time to get serious with training and studying.
Fortnite is not bad if you play it after completing all your tasks for the day
23?? Bro, get to it. You're freaking young. Take advantage of that.
Buy running shoes and heart rate monitor. Get good at one thing and others will follow and it will not be long until you feel like you can do anything.
Wasn't that the idea of cub scouts?
Thanks guys I needed to read these comments.
Awesome guest! Thank you gentlemen
Man, you owe it to Tim for encouraging you to get to a place where you can facilitate this type of conversation getting out there on the web
Jocko, ive just started listening to your POD Cast and ive not had the chance to hear them all....I believe this will/can be the best. What a remarkable man the general is. Thank Jocko
Iam graced to have heard your story.
WOW!! I need to get another notebook and study this podcast in detail to honor this time to pass it on
STRAIGHT UP HERO. Thank you so much, Sir!
Fantastic podcast. I always look forward to seeing who you guys have on this program and you never disappoint. I am so looking forward to the next one. Keep up the wonderful work gentlemen....
Scorpion1AArmy- Military Police
Iraq Comabt Veteran 2/03 - 4/04
Great show, excellent guest!
True American hero! Salute
I’d like to see my uncle on here he fought in Vietnam I loved staying up late listening to his stories at the kitchen table.
My great Uncle John Sakamoto fought for The Fighting 442nd God rest his soul. Japanese John Wayne . . .great man.
God bless your Great uncle-Thank you for his service.
@Blake Ranew
There are much greater allies of the U.S.. The U.K. is one example.
Mook you are truly an America Hero. Thank you for your service. You Got after it waaay before it was called getting after it!! God speed
These conversations really open a door into a world I find fascinating. These brave men come on and share war stories to give the average joe a peak into that world. Jockos art of the conversation is beautiful. He controls the tempo, lends credibility and relates in a way to help these men really open up, in a way only vets can. I try to imagine myself in their shoes in these situations. Time and time again im left like feeling i wouldve lost control, these men thrive. Thats a hero. God bless gents.👏 Thankyou for your service. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I always like revisiting this podcast great history lessons great Americans.
No we LOVE the podcast ads. Idk what it is but the're the best podcast ads of all time lol.
get after it
In June or July of 2001, I flew into BWI and took a train to Union Station to visit family. One objective was to see the United States Postal Museum and a collection of artifacts from the detention camps. When I left the shock of what I saw before the train stopped to when I emerged into the Gleaming facade Of DC there was the USPS museum. What an amazing exhibition it was heart wrenching. Plus the rest of the history of USPS especially air mail just crazy. I am so grateful I was a able to see the detention exhibit....
Pershing Rifles was one of the greatest things to help me through ROTC. The discipline I learned from it expedited my abilities amongst most of my peers.
How does this podcast not have mpre views
Just Jake just came out a hour ago. It will get more views for sure
President Donald Trump ah yeah i jist realozed that, I almost felt actual sadness that a guy like jocko was onpy getting 400 views..
Most people dont listen to Jocko on YT.
ungface yeah, most people listen on ITunes or whatever else they use for podcasts.
People can't handle the truth
Wow this guy is an amazing person
Does General Mukoyama possibly recall PVT 1st Class Edward Goldstein? My dad, he's now deceased 03/14/17 his birthday 81 years to the day. He was at Fort Lewis and went to South Korea. However, he never saw the front lines. Thank you for your service, gentlemen, and Echo 🙏
One of my favourites so far
Mook .... what a beast !
This man is in his 70s and in greater health than alot of people in their 50s.
i love how long these podcasts are!
Great PC, very inspired to look at the Reserves now. Also, at the end there I think Echo was a bit... dare I say... hangry?
military outreach USA, i drive by their location everyday and i didn't even know.
He's very Chicago, hes got a Chicago accent and attitude lol, i love this guy.
What an inspirational and amazing podcast 🙏🏽
WOW praying for the V.C at his feet
Love how the guest isn’t shown and then Surprise! Boom, Mook himself.
Echo Charles if you read this please note: Episode #125 may have been lost somewhere in the tube.
Worth the wait.
Guest Suggestion: 23-year LAPD veteran and current MMA referee Big John McCarthy
7.62 x39 That would be so awesome!
GOOD CALL.. Big John is awesome!!!
This podcast is gold
What an amazing man, massive respect.
great one.
How inspiring!
Amazing, enjoyed this from beginning to end!
I wish either of these gentlemen would run for president.