Jocko Podcast 217 w/ Gary Sinise: Gratitude and Service With Gary Sinise: Grateful American

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0:00:00 - Opening
0:09:56 - Gary Sinise, "Grateful American"
4:13:19 - Final Thoughts and take-aways
4:18:30 - How to stay on THE PATH.
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4:33:46 - Closing Gratitude

[@justinwatkins438]

It's great to see an actor doing something more than preaching at us.

[@unitedstatesofamerica9948]

Their job is to act in plays and movies. Don't be so irritated by what they say or do in their personal lives, just like everyone else.

[@cdrtej]

Used to love seeing him every Independence Day

[@cavscout62]

Agreed. Gary Walks The Walk. They rest are just Static Between Stations.

[@JR-ju3kj]

Agreed! And since Jocko had on an actor like Gary Sinise, I'd love to see Jocko get Oliver Stone, Dale Dye and Rob Riggle on the podcast ( they've all served in the military and Jocko did say that he's been trying to get Dale Dye on the podcast, so I really hope that that happens because that would be such an amazing interview).

[@kennethkernen7031]

My favorite quote from Gary “I turned from self to service.” He’s an inspiration.

[@darthvaderginsburg4694]

Gary is a legit national treasure. This man makes me proud to be an American and a Veteran.

[@musclemetz6910]

This is one of the best guests in a while Jocko.. he thoroughly loves our country and those who've served it.

[@gambar]

It's really difficult to hear a man like Jocko struggle to talk, being overcome with emotions... I salute all of you!

[@M.STAR.MEDIA1]

Yes! Jocko choked up with emotion! This is a very emotional episode. 🙏❣️

[@robertrosenberger1404]

When I was deployed my parents were at a charity gala and Gary Sinise was there, someone had said that my parents had a son deployed and he took a picture with my parents; they (my parents) sent it to me in Iraq. We all watched the news and saw support for the war falling in 05, it was a great morale booster for me and my buddies that people cared. I really appreciated it and I have always been a big fan of Gary and always will be.

[@M.STAR.MEDIA1]

I thank you for your service 🙏❣️and I loved Gary Sinise the actor and of course Lt Dan, but I now love the person way more than ever before!

[@garyworley5806]

There is no other "Lt. Dan" than Gary Sinise. Thank you Mr. Sinise for all that you do for our young warriors.

[@andrewwestman2407]

I love Jocko’s long pauses when he’s talking about something deep/intense (which is most of his podcast and I appreciate it) but I find myself having to check my phone to see if my KZbin app is lagging or accidentally paused lol.

[@only5186]

I wish he would have narrated "Tilts" audible book. I enjoy hes reading that much

[@drewsson]

Tip: Take action daily and stop asking how LONG it will take and instead ask how FAR can I go. And remember, sometimes you win & sometimes you LEARN.

[@caseyosborn444]

BAM!

[@113charlie7]

Thanks I like that shit 👍🏼

[@silascochran9705]

I'm 4 minutes in I would never say that I was crying my eyes out. His first words were is everyone okay? What a badass. This one will be burned. Into my memory I will never forget we never leave a fallen. Are they okay, 🇺🇸🌇🌆🦅

[@jedidiahcook2548]

You have me in tears. Mr. Sinise, thank you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for what you have done for my brothers. Thank you so much.

[@Nerdbuilt]

Met Gary in late 2010 or early 2011 in bagram. He truly embraces what he’s doing for the troops and truly a decent down to earth guy. Got to talk w him for about 20 min. after the concert he threw.

[@cameronfindlay5574]

"It's funny Lieutenant Dan said that, cause right then, God showed up."

[@Menaceblue3]

Got you some 🍦 LT Dan!

[@JR-ju3kj]

Yeah, also, I'm thrilled to hear that Jocko wants to get Dale Dye on the podcast. He would make such a great guest.

[@macgearalit]

This conversation between these two honorable men has been worth every minute I've spent listening to them .Thank you .

[@Paranoidsniper1]

This man os a legit Saint. Its quite clear why all veterans love him. What an emotional interview.

[@MarineMike77]

God bless you Gary! Thank you for all you do for the veteran community. You Sir, are a true Patriot.

[@Crazy_boots]

That was an emotional roller coaster. Gary Sinise is a class act. I was gripped all 4.5 hrs

[@MoLickeyNuu]

Her: tell me something that makes you happy? Me: Jocko podcast just uploaded a video.

[@RaoulDuke1776_]

Gary Sinise is a American treasure!!!!! God bless that man.

[@catt99mahal8]

Thank you Soldier Eden Pearl for your service! God bless your family. 🇺🇸

[@papalou7171]

One American’s effort....why is the government not as committed to our veterans as this man?

[@cavscout62]

Because The Majority Are Committed Only To Themselves.

[@MereMortalsBookReviews]

Some of these stories really bite to the core. Even as an Australian I appreciate the attitude of these true warriors (a word thrown around a bit too much nowadays). Amazing job by Gary & Jocko (& Echo) spreading the word of these amazing people.

[@Jenufir]

I don't think it can be stressed enough how much Gary Sinise does and has done, for our veterans, wounded warriors, and active military. You are an amazing man. Thank you for every thing you've done, and do!

[@twrecks9119]

I have been dying to see Gary on this or one of my favorite podcasts. I really appreciate Mr Sinise. This is my most anticipated podcast.

[@josephwhiting109]

My World War II veteran father went on a honor flight with the Gary Sinise foundation he was in his 90’s at the time. It was truly the trip of a life for him . Everything was done 1st class . Our family owe you a debit of gratitude for providing him that experience.

[@Wightzebra]

"Good evening Echo" "Good evening" love this.

[@nobody-ly9ef]

what a good person.... completely humbled, yet again, by a guest on the podcast.

[@firehorse_44alpha-omega]

Epic podcast. Thank you for taking the time to share your story Gary. Hats off to Jocko and Echo Charles for keeping the tempo and motivating me to "get after it".... Cheers

[@Bushwookie_18]

Jocko’s “and that’s all I have to say about that” killed me. Great episode.

[@rupertohernandez8242]

I caught that too 😆

[@paulmurphy3922]

Jocko is low key funny. He was on the Theo Von pdocast and used a few phrases from him. Really caught me off guard, but got me good.

[@cdrtej]

@@paulmurphy3922 great podcast

[@musicalfringe]

I understand why Mr Sinise didn't want to broach the alcoholism topic, but I'm happy Jocko ploughed into it anyway and even more glad Sinise relented and opened up. Even though he didn't want to discuss his wife's personal problems on air, he also wrote about that topic for a reason: his family's struggles are the struggles of countless others. Being sensitive to others' privacy is important, but sometimes it's even more important to share stories like this to give hope, comfort, and inspiration to others (oh look, 3:04:00). For me, it was one of the most deeply moving parts of the episode. Thanks for being vulnerable Gary!

[@unitedstatesofamerica9948]

Gary would've rather not gone in as much detail, and it was not Jocko to decide for Gary to be vulnerable and go in depth beyond his comfort for others' benefit - it should have been Gary's say completely. Jocko messed up in terms of social intelligence when it came to that.

[@lcobb5214]

Always liked Sinise's acting, and respected everything he's done for veterans and active troops. But never knew his other accomplishments and personal struggles. Thanks

[@rmv4646]

The most incredible podcasts, the most incredible lessons, stories that anyone could ever hear. My son is two years old. I will play these for my son when he can understand some of what is going on. I served in the Marine Corps and this podcast is where I go to remember what life is about. I can not wait to share these stories with my son. Jocko, thank you for getting these heros on the air to share their stories! Thank you.

[@sdsuperdobe9167]

Makes me embarrassed that I've had a shitty month and complained about it..... sure puts things into perspective

[@DruggedoutDragon]

sd superdobe I had a moment just like that this past week. it is all about perspective we’ll get it back brother

[@caseyosborn444]

SD, we all have shitty times & yes we do complain sometimes. But what's important is what we we learn from them and then do with what we've learned that count. Chin up.

[@t0rm13]

My mom said something to me today that resonated a lot with me. It's not the load you carry, it's how you carry it.

[@WOMPITUS]

If there is one podcast that will humble you, it’s a Jocko podcast.

[@caseyosborn444]

@@WOMPITUS that ain't no shit

[@astondriver]

I'm from New Zealand. I visited the WW2 museum in New Orleans and I cried during the movie. It was well done. so moving. Even saw a soldiers diary, from his posting near my birthplace. Gary is a national treasure. And really good example about how anyone can serve, regardless if its not in uniform.

[@frostyboo2]

Gary the ledge Sinise, great actor, great human.

[@jmethos]

I'm glad you had him on - I have watched what his foundation and he himself have done for veterans for years - I admire his dedication!

[@WhiskeyThree]

Bermanis the triple amputee was in my company. When he was wounded and Gavin Neighbor was KIA, we where in a low place. Our company was sent to that USO show with kid rock and gary denise. I was in that hanger with you. It was a great pick me up! Thank you mr. Senise!

[@IrishTechnicalThinker]

Just awake to discover this upload, 5am here in Ireland. Who's going to carry the boats!? Getting after it early!

[@Konstantinos143]

On my way to work in Norway right now

[@JoeSmith-iv3sf]

That's great, how did you discover Jocko all the way over there. Always wondered what others perspective of Jocko is. Was curious if Americans were just fascinated w him because he was one of our soldiers.

[@caseyosborn444]

I'll carry em. Ireland 🇮🇪 eh? I'm Irish #GetAfterIt 💪

[@IrishTechnicalThinker]

@@JoeSmith-iv3sf I discovered Jocko on JRE and he blew me away! Then got inspired by his words. I love story telling too, some of the books I've acquired over the years through Jocko is great.

[@dalcassian9098]

Another Irishman here. My cousin clued me into Jockos channel. What an incredible education we get here!

[@kennewickaf2597]

Jocko, you're a life saver. Thank you.

[@nategd313]

Thank God for Gary. A noble individual from Hollywood. One of the few that seem to be decent, caring people who puts his money where his mouth is from that industry.

[@zebulon8819]

I've always liked Gary as an actor and now I know why hats off to you Sir 👊🙏♥️

[@matthewjones5450]

GARY i have never said this to a non service member thank you for your service to the young men and woman who buy our freedom with sweat and blood

[@jerrymarshall2095]

Synchronicity all thru Gary's life.Thank you Gary,you've done ur country proud.My God this man is a saint.

[@Electronicsflippa]

Lieutenant Dan!!!! Great podcast and thank you.

[@HectorRodriguez-qr4dm]

Gary is one of the good guys of Hollywood and Chicago very own God bless him

[@rsinnal910]

Gary Sinise is a great human being! Very grateful there's people like both of these men out there.

[@rubboardcindy]

He is one of the few actors I like anymore....He does such awesome things for Our Military....

[@M.STAR.MEDIA1]

Best, most moving podcast guest other than the Nam Vets🙏I have so much love and respect for the 3 men on this screen but especially Gary Sinise 🙏🙏❣️

[@chrisdavis469]

I have a military family...my only regret in life is not serving. I love to see this!

[@kryptichands968]

Dont regret it, theres plenty of men on the other side of the fence maby regretting things theyve endured, loosing their brothers, seeing the darkness of human inhmanity, not being able to do the job anymore, feeling like theyve missed out on inportant milestones of their lives, families lives, watching their kids grow, not being home for the last moments of loved ones lives, maby not regretting the job, but regretting the weight we have to carry. Make the most of youre life, if you feel the need you can voulenteer at youre local VA. Best wishes.

[@rossgadsby9663]

You can always serve by being a good citizen and s kind neighbor. Be what they died to protect. Our force is volunteer because most people don't need to do that. And it's a beautiful thing

[@BadSatanClaus]

most upbeat Jocko podcast so far - Gary is a badass

[@legionarulsquad6676]

Amazing podcast with an amazing guest . Respect from Romania.

[@momotaher3965]

Wow. Such a moving story to start off the podcast

[@TRockett55IRISH]

Mr. Sinise is just outstanding he's such a Patriot and what he does with his foundation and band is just a great thing to do he's a true Patriot.

[@andrewdevois5550]

I like how whenever Mickey is brought up you can tell Jocko gets uncomfortable talking about the subject but then he does anyway. This is why people struggle so much with their emotions because they refuse to acknowledge stressful issues. No matter how difficult, it's always better to talk.

[@DieselDick03]

Video won’t play. Good, I’ll go listen to it on the podcast app.

[@towelie4774]

Jashan Preet Singh Apple podcast

[@montananomad2247]

AWESOME PODCAST!!! This one has it all...Thanks again Jocko "the Dichotomy" Willink.

[@Sukerkin]

That part around the hour mark where the point was being made about how important the environment of your country is to what you do, that was very telling and something we all forget most of the time.

[@Sukerkin]

And, wow, four hours and riveting all the way. Very emotionally impacting and a fascinating peek at the background of someone who has clearly grown through his life to become a person of substance.

[@Johnny5907]

This podcast never fails to get me choked up

[@BROperatorTIME]

God bless you, Gary.

[@enshk79]

Gary left such an impression and influence on me. One of those moments as a kid when you experience something for the first time. And that was seeing Gary’s performance in Forrest Gump. I think because I hadn’t ever thought of someone having that kind of personality, and the way the character carried himself. So he will always be one of my favorite actors. Thank you Gary!!!

[@seanforehand755]

I got to meet Mr. Sinise at a uso event. Really awesome guy.

[@SeanHollingsworth]

What a genuine good human being!

[@josephbarnard6069]

Well done boys. Every minute was a great listen.

[@tomburroughes9834]

Gary Sinise, what a top, top-class individual. I sensed from the parts he plays (Apollo 13, his crime TV dramas, etc) that he is a serious character. I have got his book on my list of items to read. Massive respect for what he and others like him are doing. It is also refreshing to know that there are people in our entertainment industry who take this sort of issue seriously.

[@1low8te]

What a MAN..... Gary thank you for everything!

[@TheGonzoArt]

I love Gary Sinise, he's such a wonderful man (my neighbor used to go to the same charitie events as him and had nothing but amazing things to say about the man) So glad that Jocko had him on to talk about his book!

[@cavscout62]

Gary You Walk The Walk And Do So Much For My Brothers & Sisters While The Rest Of The So-Called “entertainment industry” PLAYACTOR’S Are Just Static Between Stations. For What You Do For My Brothers & Sisters And Their Families, I Thank You.

[@patriciacorahharter5447]

get this book on Audible please.

[@celestemorton6797]

I listened to Gary’s book because of this podcast. It was great to get to know more about the path that was created in this man’s heart due to that one supporting role. I enjoyed it.

[@shaste11]

Powerful Podcast! Thank you!

[@garydaly]

Fantastic podcast! Thanks guys.

[@austindillender6524]

Thank you for this episode, I have been using alcohol as a medicine for too long. It really puts a new perspective in my head, and now I’m finally ready for change.

[@calebp6667]

Love the Gary Sinese Foundation

[@mexicansoutherngirl]

More of this interview!!!!! Please!!!

[@Dustin_N]

Jocko: you're crying? What emotion is that?

[@Jagd204]

44:30

[@brianferguson3833]

notice how Jocko puts the social tags for his guest and cohost before his own. True leadership up and down from this man.

[@BostonsF1nest]

lol

[@zs-art7141]

Can't believe it took me one hour into the podcast to realize who this actor is. I thought he looked very familiar. Its Lieutenant Dan!

[@bc_cimmerian]

Wow what a great episode!

[@sikiej]

Great interview

[@itsa_me_amikey]

Got to see him in Misawa, JP when he came to perform for us back in 2013. Before that time, I didnt know he did all that he does, hes a very impressive man!

[@fukitfreddie1228]

This is the best Podcast. BY FAR... I had an idea of what he did. But dang.

[@JoeFootball55]

Gary Sinise is a class act. 🇺🇸

[@jdtsquirt]

Powerful....

[@SensusFidelium]

Sounds familiar in my family. We traced our dad's side and every male served in some war beginning with the Tennessee militia in Lincoln's war. Dad was in Vietnam (died after 15 yrs of agent orange slowly killing him off) and he never spoke of his time there. Didn't even want to teach us to shoot. We learned on our own when we grew up. I wasn't till after he died that we saw photos from his time there. Only knew he was a Navy Corpsman and the officers loved him because he was a tremendous golfer (he was on the mini tour in Florida) … he was looking to put us in OTC when a threat of the draft came up but then pulled us saying "we fought in enough wars". My favorite job was working for Upstate Warriors for a few months (I couldn't live off the paycheck) and going into the prison to help the vets who were in there. We kept it small. County money to support those in our county in South Carolina

[@hongo3870]

i'm glad you called it 'lincoln's war' not a whole lot of people understand.

[@VerMirror]

@@hongo3870 would you care to elaborate? Or point me in the direction of an enlightening info source. The esoteric/occult always harbors 100x the wisdom the mainstream ever could.

[@docholiday7087]

36 adult male. In tears. Thank u for the podcast.

[@mikeedwards8466]

A terrible demon addiction is.. What you said has helped me going thru the same thing with my wife...

[@TylerSmith-go8sy]

Wish I could listen to jocko during bootcamp

[@keithbirdsong1036]

Tyler Smith it should be required. The fact that they don’t, should only be met with 2 word response. No Factor! Or if ur there just GOOD! Best of luck

[@robroberts1473]

God bless Gary sinise.

[@WOMPITUS]

I don’t think people quite understand how awesome it must be to be a MARSOC Marine known as “The Viking”.

[@nelsonsanchez9055]

Hey Lt. Dan you got legs 😁

[@Sarge80]

Jocko: PEOPLE GOTTA BUY THE BOOK!!!! Me: Almost threw my coffee over the desk.

[@69adrummer]

Tears for 7 minutes but that throat clear at 7:34...goddamn

[@BostonsF1nest]

He definitely did not want Jocko to read that chapter about Moira’s alcohol problem... you could just see on his face about halfway through it he’s like wtf

[@jeremyc5152]

I know right? I dont think Jocko understood when he said to skip through it

[@dan96b6]

Yeah, Iistened to the audio only first, and it was clear that Gary was waving Jocko off of that chapter. Watching the video, I can see where in person the body language makes it unclear.

[@JR-ju3kj]

I noticed that, too but also in fairness, he DID put it in the book, right? If he didn't want to talk about it, that's certainly his right not to and if he didn't want Jocko to read the chapter, that's also his right but I think that people reading the chapter about Moira's alcohol problem is fair game if he already WROTE about it in a chapter in his book in the first place. He didn't have to talk about his wife's problem with alcoholism in the book but he did, so I think Jocko reading the chapter is still fair. Jocko missed the cues Gary was giving but again, if you don't want to talk about something or hear about it in an interview then maybe don't write about it in a book where everyone can read about it to begin with.

[@BostonsF1nest]

@@JR-ju3kj I mean sure but that doesn’t mean he wants to relive it either

[@M.STAR.MEDIA1]

Addiction is a difficult animal so to speak. It's humbling, sad, and a myriad of emotions. My husband and I relive his Addiction in stories we discuss and his birth Father also an addict he never got to have a relationship with. I have an addiction and it's complex, it's a Jordan Peterson podcast, lol. I suppose it's not a time in their life he wants to relive on this particular day. I have a certain respect for Recovering Addicts it takes a lot of strength to get through Addiction and for their families as well 🙏

[@MrTinopena]

Awesome

[@steadyg3388]

Gary Sinise!

[@jacoblowe2460]

What an amazing representative of what our society should be to our Vets. You're a great Man Gary! ...but am i the only one who wanted him to sing about his darling Lorraine?! 😄

[@novicereloader]

When three heroes sit together and have a long meaningful conversation:

[@JeepersCreepers2013]

I kept wondering if Gary was going to correct Jocko on the Cannes pronunciation. Good stuff ☺

[@John_C.Sanchez]

I was just watching clips “Of Mice and Men” with Gary Sinise and this pops up on my feed.

[@natrone23]

John Sanchez Great movie.

[@alantinoalantonio]

George, tell me more about the rabbits!!

[@clairetheviolinist3489]

Jocko’s impression was priceless.