471: Better K-9s and Better Humans. With Mike Ritland

>Join Jocko Underground<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!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<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. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<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.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<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.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<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?Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<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.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<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. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<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.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<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? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content

>Join Jocko Underground<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.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/jocko-podcast/exclusive-content