Jocko Podcast 236 w/ Jeff Higgs: You Will Get Beat Down. The Projects, SEALS, and Martial Arts

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0:00:00 - Opening
0:05:49 - Jeff Higgs. The Projects, Military, and Martial Arts.
2:07:21 - Final thoughts and take-aways.
2:35:30 - How to stay on THE PATH.
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2:50:40 - Closing Gratitude.

[@JamieBordbar]

This podcast started off slow - but oh my god it was worth it, once Jeff loosened up, man this was good to hear about jockos past. It was like hearing your dad talk to an old friend, and you find out loads of stuff about your dad

[@Boltman47]

You can tell jocko likes this dude. I don't think I've ever heard him giddy quite like this on a podcast. Good stuff guys.

[@hakhopkin9638]

Podcast 192 is a close second. Great energy on both

[@Flyingshou]

I can tell her

[@Jattmafia313]

Bro I laughed harder at this podcast than most comedy podcasts 😭

[@lashropa]

Yooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!

[@vanPoll]

That humor... YOOOOOOOO!

[@annabergmann6365]

27:30 - Potentially the hardest I’ve heard Jocko laugh. 😂 29:11 - “It’s about magic!” So many parts of this episode made me laugh so hard. Much needed.

[@cuickoo1085]

I think he laughed harder in the “skinny knees” video😄

[@Rvns556]

Cuickoo I was JUST about to comment this!!! The best damn clip of Jocko in history

[@JamieBordbar]

The best laugh was the last brother platoon was said and Jeff Answers; “or sister platoon”

[@mr.shin.5138]

18:33 , 19:20 , 20:05 & 47:32 as well haha

[@arlsan]

"My dad said I was creepy" cracked me up for a bit.

[@crazymacedonianboi]

my dad said I’m nuts but so is he . hypocrite. he’s a ski bum . he’ll ski in between trees and do the ones where u jump off like a cliff before u hit the actual wall steep slope. I don’t ski with him anymore because he’s out of his mind. lived in a crappy area but he always made sure he had money to go to Colorado. he lives out there now so I take my vacation there every Summer. I mainly just bike with him or hike.

[@ulive1time]

Higgs is a solid dude, great guest Jocko and Echo. I think his sentiment is one we all hope to strive for.

[@AngryOscillator]

And yet I sense a sadness in him. There's something in the way he talks, I recognise it. Perhaps I'm projecting.

[@JDeezy10]

I’ve never heard Jocko laugh so much.

[@baby-carrot6011]

JD check out episode 90 with trevor mills. quadruple army amputate and funny af. most jockos ever laughed on the podcast if i’m not mistaken

[@diegoacosta8312]

@@baby-carrot6011 oh totally true

[@diegoacosta8312]

@@baby-carrot6011 but Tony was more laughing

[@MyEric90]

Pretty cool seeing Jocko laugh. Glad to see the Cyborg is human at times 😂

[@kreggkohl9066]

Hey Higgs. Kregg Kohl here. That was Debbie my wife yelling. Crank it!!! NOT BREAK IT.. Hope to see you soon!! Debbie says hi too 👍

[@emmettfitz-hume9408]

Of all Jocko's podcasts, this has been my favorite. Jeff Higgs is a quietly inspiring man with a distinctively understated, earned wisdom. This was one was the best.

[@willgrissom5398]

This is the most I’ve heard jocko talk about buds

[@JamieBordbar]

Yes. He always down plays it as a screening process, so it was hella nice to hear him really go in to detail with someone else who was there. Loved it

[@martelprayer416]

@@JamieBordbar I know right - totally agree with your assessment of this video.

[@PermanentHigh]

That's because he's sitting with one of his best buds *huehuehuehue* I'll see myself out, thank you.

[@JustinFaiLz]

thats a joke right lol. All I hear this man talk about is BUDS

[@williamthorpe4109]

One of my favorite episodes ever. You can hear the respect and, dare I say, manly affection they have for each other.

[@annabergmann6365]

19:20 - 19:45 ... Haven’t laughed that hard in a longgg time. The combo of Jocko, Echo, and Higgs is right up there with Jocko, Echo, and BTF Tony.

[@tee5210]

And when he brought it into seal training 🤣

[@peteraskew4990]

Hilarious man omg

[@Cyworldabcd]

I keep coming back to this podcast for this part lol

[@thatswhatxisaid3229]

The world needs more Jocko

[@Andreypog]

..and more people like Jeff Higgs to show humility and unity

[@JR-ju3kj]

Indeed.But there are a lot of people like Jocko out there,believe it or not,as Jocko himself has said.There are plenty of people like Jocko in the military(who have served and who currently ARE)serving but as Jocko has said,they're in the shadows but Jocko chose to step out of the shadows so people know about him.

[@Jordan-sv6lt]

Really enjoyed this podcast, what a humble inspiring guy. I lost my dad at about the same age as Jeff Higgs and Johnny Kim. I instead went down another path of using drugs and self destruction. I wish I could have let it transform me to work harder and motivate me into being a better, stronger person. If i could do it all over again I certainly would, but there is no time machine and no going back. Life is short and it goes by quick like in one of Jocko's other videos. Make every second count because there are no do overs. I also share the same reluctance as Jeff toward social media. I can understand how it can help with networking and new business contacts but i also feel it takes the mystery out of meeting new people face to face. Anyways great podcast as always!

[@Trollificusv2]

Also, just going off the observed evidence here, social media makes you insane.

[@crazymacedonianboi]

I like meeting people face to face.

[@garydaly]

I’m 54 and just sent off an email to a local Jujitsu school. Never had martial arts training. No idea if at 54 years of age this is a dumb idea. I’ll find out I guess.

[@douglasrobertson3763]

My Dad started at 63 and loves it, sure you will to!

[@jacobepetersen]

Get after it! Investing in yourself is never a dumb idea.

[@Bathaling]

Stand by to get some

[@Rvns556]

Best of luck to you man! It’s so much fun. I’d not roll with any spazzy white belts tho, they tend to go hard and hurt people on accident one good time. Still so worth it

[@garydaly]

Mr Calcium thanks, I started running four months ago after over a decade of being a fat slug couch potato and also started some light weight training (3 times a week) about three months ago during Covid and yes I have thought a lot about the reality of the jujitsu experience and I will definitely let people know I’m an old bloke. It’s funny in my youth I was extremely fit, ex army and served in Iraq 1991 and now I say to young people I meet, “...restless soul enjoy your youth...” (Pearl Jam circa 1993). Thanks for your advice I will take heed.

[@Andreypog]

Thank you Jocko, Echo, and Jeff for the sincere, thoughtful, and enlightening conversation. One of the best podcasts on this channel because of the Jeff's story and humility.

[@cesarcastillo6513]

Hope Jordan Peterson makes a full recovery so Jocko can have him on his podcast again. Really miss Jordan Peterson talking and Jocko listening. Mabey this time Jocko can get through some of what he wants to talk about. These two guys are like the Fathers I didn't have. Thank you for adding Discipline to my life and lowering my Chaos. Also just got my GI from Origin which is top notch. Sadly all the Jujitsu schools and gyms are closed again in Arizona. Still going to get after it running and cleaning my room. So thanks again!

[@Clipperdude123]

What happened to peterson? Im out of the loop

[@BostonsF1nest]

Clipperdude123 got addicted to Xanax

[@cesarcastillo6513]

@@Clipperdude123 Jordan Peterson entered a rehabilitation facility after experiencing symptoms of physical withdrawal when he stopped taking clonazepam, an anti-anxiety drug. There is videos and post of people attacking saying he is fraud and how can someone be an addict while trying to fix other people's lives. He just gives really good advice. Good advice is Good advice no matter were it came from. Jordan Peterson and Jocko got me out of a really dark place so I admired them. Jordan Peterson went dark for a couple months and finally came out to the light. You can listen to him on his daughter podcast. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn26mImmotRkm5I

[@masonclark531]

And to add. I heard his wife was struggling with cancer. Let the dude be human.

[@MyRevoltec]

Bruce Gilder do I have to put a tinfoil hat on before listening?

[@anthonywaters8988]

Jocko, Echo: Thank you for hosting Higgs. Hearing Jeff walk through our days with 177 was quite nostalgic. What a great American and great perspective he shared. I always thought Jeff was the "heart and soul" of our Class 177 experience. High Energy and defiant to be kept down. That 177 mindset lives on. Again, thanks for hosting Jeff.

[@darrelllehde3029]

Memorize the eye chart. Get some.

[@williamsilva8413]

One of the most entertaining podcasts ever. I was on the USS JFK in the 80s and grew up in NY. I studied martial arts, boxing, read comics and fought in the street growing up. It’s a NY thing so I just laughed my ass off on the way to work. Thanks gentlemen for putting a huge smile on my face.

[@stevej822]

Supposed to sleep at 9, it's 10 and you had to bring up capoeira. I'll sleep on Saturday. Excellent podcast gentleman!

[@SkuseyBoy]

anyone else notice that jocko was like "alright anybody else got anything to say.. nope ok" proceeds to carry on for another hour and half jocko is so god damn awesome

[@dionthomas5418]

Jeff Higgs great story, from nerd to Navy Seal, Martial Arts warrior

[@andrewrussell7152]

How good is this podcast. His story is inspirational. Well done Jocko and Echo you have nailed it again.

[@zippoar88]

Ive watched a few in the past but this podcast by far has been the best ...now i want to watch more ..please bring this guest back loved it....

[@joecefalu4190]

Listened to this on my run through the neighborhood. Jeff’s laugh kept visibly cracking me up and I’m pretty sure everyone I live near thinks I’m insane. GOOD.

[@mr.shin.5138]

Guys got the classic villain laugh 😅

[@saisaiverba7658]

Jeff’s Laugh kills me 😂😂😂😂

[@7331warrior]

Dude me too

[@laserwave7]

Higgs changed my life. He’s way more badass than this podcast will ever tell or he will.

[@jmethos]

He was really interesting to listen to - thanks for having him on!

[@justinmckellar313]

Running with bricks then jugs of water while keeping your hands up sounds like a Pat Mac exercise. Episode 236 was another cool guest.

[@wullff5478]

That's what I was thinking lol,pat Mac has a video doing kettle bell excersises with a cinder block

[@yootoober49]

Jeff Hicks seems like a good human.

[@firehorse_44alpha-omega]

Top kick Jocko ! Mr Higgs is a Titan among men. His genius level of intelligence and wisdom was a honour to listen to. Hat is off to Jeefffffrrrrryyyyyy ! Ton of laughs this ep.... Thank you gentlemen !

[@zacharymckay9019]

I am a firehorse on the Chinese zodiac also

[@davehunt8088]

Really love your approach to the pod cast when you have the guest speaker start from the beginning of their life.Not sure why but that is so enjoyable.I think it shows me that we can overcome difficulty and set backs.Thanks for the great work👍👍

[@DIRKCHRISTIAN]

one of the best conversations in my life, I had the honour to listen to. THANX!

[@christopherhall2931]

“YOUuuuu, jeffrey im coming for youuuu 😂😂

[@WhiskeyTangoFoxtrot290]

This dude's stories were hilarious. Especially the way he told them. This dude was so laid back about his trauma growing up with those metal brothers 😆

[@lebereenie]

Jocko we need more of this guy!

[@TheSherahprincess]

That gentleman on this podcast is the true definition of someone with an indomitable spirit. Thank-you, after watching the world go to hell in a hand basket I needed this more than you know.

[@jalonwalker8518]

This has become one of my favorite podcast. Insightful, inspiring, and funny as hell!

[@ByWayOfDeception]

It is uploaded! Thanks Echo.

[@GenePanasenko]

Outstanding program! Thank you for your Service, Gentlemen!

[@MyEric90]

@27:33 Seeing Jocko laugh his head off is pretty cool. Good to see the cyborg feels human emotion 😂 this made me laugh even more 😂

[@gregstokes7117]

I like Mr Higgs. Very smart and laid back dude. Great story.

[@ednigma6526]

I think that if Mr. Higgs was to write a book about the formative part of his life, leading up to his successfully getting into the SeaLS, that alone would be a very interesting and instructive read. I really do hope they get him on again if for no other reason than his quiet, dry humour appeals to my British sensibilities! He comes across as a very decent man.

[@wpb5876]

Thank you Jeff, and thank you guys (as always) for putting together another great podcast with insight and inspiration. The closing comments are words to live by, but not to take away from the entire session which is worth even a second listen. Unified Grappling needs to become a thing! If it’s not already slowly happening

[@shawnmann9491]

Juuusssstttttt AWESOME !! I needed this humor very much this week. A great story. Thanks for all that you have sactificed, and these awesome podcasts.

[@Sebastian-pb9hm]

Great podcast: Higgs is an interesting guy and your friendship really shone through. Thank you!

[@carlnaeseliusoffgrid]

Thank you for your positive energy. You participate with good input in confusing times.

[@RageWindUS]

Thank you Jeff, Echo, and Jocko for this podcast absolutely love listening to you.

[@Bsteinkwateur]

One of the best interviews. Awesome.

[@v0ltaaa]

Jeff Higgs is the man. Owned Jocko in his own play.

[@nicklepsch4960]

Just another legendary pod w Jocko Echo and Higgs...maaagic . . .omfg...this one incident I was saved at the beach...there was this TROPICAL storm coming in 😂🤣😂...he has to know it by now..Higgs is a legend

[@albewillbuild]

awesome guest, story, and conversation.

[@jvv1786]

Thank you Higgs, Jocko, and Fabio.

[@cdarnau]

How does this only have 1000 views. This is greatness! Jocko and Echo are AMAZING! Jeff is also a BEAST!

[@BostonsF1nest]

Dude ... it was literally just uploaded a couple hours ago...

[@leoafurlongiv]

Thanks for sharing your story, Jeff.

[@sandrafledglingmixologista2221]

Jeff is such a good story teller! He has to be the best dinner guest.

[@JUSTGROWWITHIT]

How to stay on the path. GO.

[@nickfuri437]

What a great fun interview, Jeff is awesome!

[@jimhunter8870]

We do not have to love one another, we just have to get along.

[@alwaysbreedlove8366]

Love you all. God bless and thank you. 🙏🇺🇸💪🏼🥷

[@BC-lo7kv]

Wow! A very unique cat coming from the projects and making it out! He seems more level headed and intelligent than a lot of suburbia or royal area cats I new! Power to ya! Well done! This was a great podcast! Reminded me of some my childhood! Inspiring even! 🤜🤛🏿🤟✌🏿✌️ 💯

[@JR-ju3kj]

I'd like to see Jocko get Wes Moore and Remi Adeleke on the podcast.I'm surprised he hasn't yet,actually.They're both veterans,they're both authors,really smart guys and both of them are also from the projects in New York City.

[@zacguizamckay251]

God Bless You and Your Family...with all due Respect ...Mr.Higgs and Loved ones...

[@zacguizamckay251]

Echo know that i am not your enemy.. but the machine is better with man than just man.. sorry your global sit.uation .. which i know you more than eye doesn't look to good for boots on the ground with Rus. China.

[@zacguizamckay251]

My Instagram name is sunsolxlosnus pale horse

[@jimhusselman4012]

Thank you for all you contributed to the country, missions and our freedoms!! HOOAAH!! Ssg H, US Army Retired

[@hdthhr3988]

excellent display of "never quit " mentality. I am not talking about being a seal etc. I am talking about being a complete , good human being. This guy by the way, has given the black belt to Dean Lister. He is no fucking joke!

[@seanpatrickrichards5593]

1:31:22 i love the way he says "Is it open TODAY, cause i'll go there TODAY" lol

[@everettlindell5483]

Who's the big lumbering guy drinking milk? Have him on the cast if hes still around? Another great show btw!

[@d.j.mcdonald2856]

Right ! Agreed

[@deanallen8450]

Sasquatch

[@JR-ju3kj]

I want to see and hear from this guy,too! Also the Marine that was a former gang leader or member(or both) from Houston that Jocko has talked about that he met while in the Teams,sounds like someone I would like to see on the podcast.

[@noahmccormick525]

If I'm not mistaken that fellow passed away in training

[@everettlindell5483]

@@noahmccormick525 which guy? Wasnt the "big lumbering guy drinking milk" at his first team? @jocko any insight on this

[@MrThorain]

Echos guns are insane. If this dude grabs ahold of you your done. Its scary thinking about this dude using his BJJ Blackbelt for evil. Good thing he's so chill.

[@gypsyfirefly8009]

I never get enough of looking at Echo’s radically sexy guns‼️ They hit the spot🎯

[@APGMs]

Gypsyfirefly Same bro, Hard on incoming ‼️‼️‼️

[@Nevermore093]

It's arms day everyday three times a day.

[@tommyparker6466]

So crazy to listen to this podcast on Spotify picturing what this man would look like, to then go and watch the KZbin video to see and have your mind blown. Pictured a skinny tall white guy with a mustache. Great podcast JEEEEEFFYYYYYY

[@ZombieLincoln666]

He’s got an old NY accent I think

[@JamieBordbar]

If we get invaded by aliens that grapple, then what’s gonna happen!? We need unified grappling

[@AngryOscillator]

Could you see the cogs turning? 10 years time there'll be a new sport, mark my words.

[@meistert6060]

Bullets son. . . don't worry until they're flying towards you

[@ayron419]

WHAT ABOUT THE ALIENS JEFF??

[@Florescj12]

One if the best episodes I've heard so far. Yooooooo

[@ralphalvarez5465]

Jeff Higgs much respect... Like how you let James and Paul off of the hook and took their cruelty to you and used it as motivation. This guy has some serious skills in martial arts but his attitude towards life is even stronger...

[@garyharnish2395]

I’m a strict vegan other than pizza, burritos, grass fed meat, fish, etc.

[@Trollificusv2]

Me too! Other than those things.And bacon. And SPAM.

[@nicholasemerson9852]

And raw wild game

[@dimebagdarrell4949]

S yes I am banana

[@paulmc4414]

@Rvg kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmXFc613rbGLfLs

[@InTheGranite617]

Smart!

[@lukehunter2362]

Remembering HM2 Keith M. Kimura, class 177, KIT in 1997 in Coronado, CA. RIP

[@shempasaurus7639]

Best yet. Thank you!

[@erich2169]

Does anyone know what happened to Studio 540? It´s closed down? I´ve always wanted to stop by and train there

[@beardization]

all the stuff they're saying around 2h10, absolutely nail on head.

[@arenaissanceishman6689]

Jeffreyyyyyy 😅 his childhood reminds me of the two trouble kids in a Christmas story. His life should be a movie.

[@bobby5139]

Your episodes just keep getting better jocko.keep em coming.would be cool if you got a sapper or marsoc operator on here.

[@joenorwood6687]

Great podcast fellas. All love from the east coast

[@iansimmons8826]

I just can't get over Jocko saying "Turning Tricks".

[@andrethomas2292]

That $h!t just made my day lol

[@PermanentHigh]

Next it's gonna be "Hitting licks"

[@hannibal6173]

Wow ! Talk about determination 💪🏾

[@kellenhietpas7349]

thank you, jeff.

[@asherray4969]

2:39:00 Now it makes sense. I was wondering why he looks crappy for how active he is... but him being a strict vegan explains it.

[@jerrymarshall2095]

South Park has to make an episode with Cartman going thru BUDS.

[@editheden1739]

Excellent show guys.

[@garydaly]

A brilliant awesome story. Thank you

[@jerrymarshall2095]

Great guest,funny guy,good guy,indomitable.

[@alanmiller4122]

Higgs is the best, love that guy.

[@TeslaRifle]

Fantastic episode

[@emgmin]

His dad honestly sounds so amazing!

[@quinnsack]

they talk about echo not lookin like he sounds.... i listened on spotify and i totally though higgs was a white dude lol this was a good one... i love when jocko has friends on... im waiting on another tony guest appearance lol

[@MrPatrickmartin1985]

I came here to say the same exact thing

[@saisaiverba7658]

He sounds like a Brooklyn Italian

[@johnsona6428]

BTF

[@annabergmann6365]

BTF Tony needs to get back on the podcast. Stat. That man has some funny stories. 😂

[@diegoacosta8312]

@@annabergmann6365 the way he tells stories with his accent is so funny ,uh cuss (of course)

[@JB0010]

Jeff is a humble respectable guy to say the least.

[@brizzel424]

Love Jeffrey’s laugh!!

[@Rchevyman7]

A picture of a watch every single morning. :)

[@christianmadden1301]

Fantastic podcast

[@stainlesssteal]

this episode was mad dope

[@JRMoreno882]

I always watch a little bit of the video to visualize the guest while I finish the pod. 😂

[@highlander511]

Jeff Higgs Needs his own podcast he has much to teach humanity

[@caramelmosaicmosaic7940]

Love this channel+ this episode. Very insightful. And hilarious as a mug! I literally cried laughing ……. SEVERAL times, especially @ “jeeefryyyy”… Really enjoyed. Thanks for sharing 🙏.

[@Edgar-Friendly]

Noticed this video has the subject markers. No distraction and sort of helpful.