From my basement, on the October day of Iowa's firs snow of 2020--shutting the TV off after another very poorly played first half of the Sunday Vikings game--I start adventure in podcasting--ORBITS--an initial effort to get us thinking about more than the gloom and doom of the pending Second Civil War.

From my basement, on the October day of Iowa's firs snow of 2020--shutting the TV off after another very poorly played first half of the Sunday Vikings game--I start adventure in podcasting--ORBITS--an initial effort to get us thinking about more than the gloom and doom of the pending Second Civil War.

ORBITS

Two items today: 1.) No stimulus money for tour buses? 2.) What is a "Boogaloo" rally?

Two items today: 1.) No stimulus money for tour buses? 2.) What is a "Boogaloo" rally?

What is a "Boogaloo" rally?

Reading from two articles in Des Moines Register Eight strategies got managing mental health "It was a quiet death"

Reading from two articles in Des Moines Register Eight strategies got managing mental health "It was a quiet death"

COVID-19 April Update from Iowa

Boys and sex

The Impeachment struggle. Elite failure ails us, not just Trump's abuses. That's the important lesson from two weeks of impeachment hearings. We have learned that not just Trump is suffering from uncontrolled chaotic thinking, but of something much worse: that the American people are in decline due to systemic elite failure. We are not alone. The same plague has overtaken the English. Just consider Brexit. The elite that has failed and continues to fail is the management class raised up by the industrialized society. It is most easily defined by its system of recruitment (higher education); by its social function (providing regulatory technical expertise); and by its culture and mind-set of privilege and entitlement.

The Impeachment struggle. Elite failure ails us, not just Trump's abuses. That's the important lesson from two weeks of impeachment hearings. We have learned that not just Trump is suffering from uncontrolled chaotic thinking, but of something much worse: that the American people are in decline due to systemic elite failure. We are not alone. The same plague has overtaken the English. Just consider Brexit. The elite that has failed and continues to fail is the management class raised up by the industrialized society. It is most easily defined by its system of recruitment (higher education); by its social function (providing regulatory technical expertise); and by its culture and mind-set of privilege and entitlement.

Elite fail us

As reported by Rick Barrett, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Dairy farmers are in crises -- and it could change Wisconsin forever Wisconsin lost almost 700 dairy farms in 2018, an unprecedented rate of nearly two a day. As of Feb. 1, Wisconsin had 8,046 dairy herds, down 40 percent from 10 years ago. This Iowa grandfather is very concerned. I like a cold glass of milk, every day. This should be front page news...not the comical, wasteful Trump crimes!

As reported by Rick Barrett, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Dairy farmers are in crises -- and it could change Wisconsin forever Wisconsin lost almost 700 dairy farms in 2018, an unprecedented rate of nearly two a day. As of Feb. 1, Wisconsin had 8,046 dairy herds, down 40 percent from 10 years ago. This Iowa grandfather is very concerned. I like a cold glass of milk, every day. This should be front page news...not the comical, wasteful Trump crimes!

Dairy crises

First podcast in 2019. New refurbished Toshiba Satellite. New download of Audacity. New Blue Snowball mic. Time to get busy on a number of fronts. Writing(started 7th book--BOOMER SHORTS, on Amazon. Couple new counselors as I try a renewed effort on controlling my demons. Excited about my new commercial, as face of the 50+ Club for Wild Rose Casino, in Jefferson, IA. Also, the commercial is running on local TV. You can view it on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/u-Z7kwlG1nM.

First podcast in 2019. New refurbished Toshiba Satellite. New download of Audacity. New Blue Snowball mic. Time to get busy on a number of fronts. Writing(started 7th book--BOOMER SHORTS, on Amazon. Couple new counselors as I try a renewed effort on controlling my demons. Excited about my new commercial, as face of the 50+ Club for Wild Rose Casino, in Jefferson, IA. Also, the commercial is running on local TV. You can view it on YouTube at: <a href="https://youtu.be/u-Z7kwlG1nM" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://youtu.be/u-Z7kwlG1nM</a>.

Magic Card

Podcast from Colorado. The Senior Flatlanders are reporting in from 9,100 feet above sea level. Out here in Silverthorne, CO. GOOGLE The Dairy. Check this place out. Then take a look, online, about Breckenridge, OC. There is something for all ages.

Podcast from Colorado. The Senior Flatlanders are reporting in from 9,100 feet above sea level. Out here in Silverthorne, CO. GOOGLE The Dairy. Check this place out. Then take a look, online, about Breckenridge, OC. There is something for all ages.

Colorado "High"

Reality has been altered and we are all standing silently as it controls our lives. Social media has made lies easy and commonplace. We believe what we want to believe. Along with writers Leonard Pitts (Miami Herald) and Nathan Bomey (USA TODAY), I talk about the crises of our times.

Reality has been altered and we are all standing silently as it controls our lives. Social media has made lies easy and commonplace. We believe what we want to believe. Along with writers Leonard Pitts (Miami Herald) and Nathan Bomey (USA TODAY), I talk about the crises of our times.

Fake News?

It's been a year since Mr. Trump surprised us all with his election. It's been a year of more and more abnormal behavior. As I publish this, the government is shut down. Unacceptable.

It's been a year since Mr. Trump surprised us all with his election. It's been a year of more and more abnormal behavior. As I publish this, the government is shut down. Unacceptable.

Trump's behavior is wrong

After years of driving a school bus, this Podcast will talk about experiences on the bus. There will also be more stories from my experiences as a motor coach (tour bus) driver. I also have input from around the U.S. via HARO (online).

Summer vacation and the weather is hot and muggy. The sweet corn will enjoy this weather, while this school bus driver is enjoying having the summer off...sleeping until past 9 AM! Today, as a enjoy the coolness of my basement, I am recovering from the lower back impact brought on my a 10-day visit from my daughter Jenna and her three boys. The 2-year-old is a challenge with his 35 pounds needing a boost. Don't get me wrong, I miss him already. I love being a Grandpa!!!! Today I am reading from two articles: 1.) Des Moines Register article, written by Marc Hansen, "Ankeny loses far more than great bus driver", then 2.) A short segment on Senior Living, by Shelly Charter, of Valley View Village, "Staying social is good medicine."

Summer vacation and the weather is hot and muggy. The sweet corn will enjoy this weather, while this school bus driver is enjoying having the summer off...sleeping until past 9 AM! Today, as a enjoy the coolness of my basement, I am recovering from the lower back impact brought on my a 10-day visit from my daughter Jenna and her three boys. The 2-year-old is a challenge with his 35 pounds needing a boost. Don't get me wrong, I miss him already. I love being a Grandpa!!!! Today I am reading from two articles: 1.) Des Moines Register article, written by Marc Hansen, "Ankeny loses far more than great bus driver", then 2.) A short segment on Senior Living, by Shelly Charter, of Valley View Village, "Staying social is good medicine."

Remembering great school bus driver

Congressional reports show that Iowa is rock bottom, as far as care for the elderly. AND, dead last in the childcare. The state of Iowa votes on the use of fireworks, but not on the care and nurturing of our young or elderly.

Congressional reports show that Iowa is rock bottom, as far as care for the elderly. AND, dead last in the childcare. The state of Iowa votes on the use of fireworks, but not on the care and nurturing of our young or elderly.

Caregiver shortage

Mixed thoughts as I spend my first Spring Break 2017 day with a physical and a doctor's appointment. There are good thoughts, as I recall that 44 years ago I randomly selected Florida as my only Spring Break escape, in 1973, and found my life's mate. Yesterday, from my school bus driver's seat, I hear two stories that gave me pause. One, a young man from a split marriage, being told by his distant mother to pack his PASSPORT. The other story coming from the sad side on the aisle, where two youngster's were not looking forward to the long break due to the volatility at home.

Mixed thoughts as I spend my first Spring Break 2017 day with a physical and a doctor's appointment. There are good thoughts, as I recall that 44 years ago I randomly selected Florida as my only Spring Break escape, in 1973, and found my life's mate. Yesterday, from my school bus driver's seat, I hear two stories that gave me pause. One, a young man from a split marriage, being told by his distant mother to pack his PASSPORT. The other story coming from the sad side on the aisle, where two youngster's were not looking forward to the long break due to the volatility at home.

Forget suspension. Embarrass students who misbehave.

We can't end mental health's stigma if we won't talk about it.

We can't end mental health's stigma if we won't talk about it.

Ending the mental health stigma

"If we design workplaces that permit people to find meaning in their work, we will be designing a human nature that values work." (Psychologist Barry Schwartz) For me, the US Postal Service drained all the energy out of me. Enough to cause clinical depression. After retiring, and writing four short books on that damage, I have found the 'perfect' job for me...driving a school bus.

"If we design workplaces that permit people to find meaning in their work, we will be designing a human nature that values work." (Psychologist Barry Schwartz) For me, the US Postal Service drained all the energy out of me. Enough to cause clinical depression. After retiring, and writing four short books on that damage, I have found the 'perfect' job for me...driving a school bus.

GET OUT OF BED!

We had another accident in our school bus family. A new driver was coming off the highway and took the inside turn lane, INSTEAD of the recommended outside turn lane. Resulting in too much bus and a wrinkled car. Almost got free pizza, as that is the prize if we go one month without an accident. As the holidays are upon us and the traffic increases, we must be diligent. We need to be on trop of our game--taking good care of our passengers and taking good care of our buses.

We had another accident in our school bus family. A new driver was coming off the highway and took the inside turn lane, INSTEAD of the recommended outside turn lane. Resulting in too much bus and a wrinkled car. Almost got free pizza, as that is the prize if we go one month without an accident. As the holidays are upon us and the traffic increases, we must be diligent. We need to be on trop of our game--taking good care of our passengers and taking good care of our buses.

PODCAST: Take good care of your riders.

It took 50 years and 68 jobs to figure out that I was Bipolar-2. Now, as I write books about it and feel I've got 'things' figured out, the USA goes nuts and elects a man with no experience to take us into a new REALITY. God help us!

It took 50 years and 68 jobs to figure out that I was Bipolar-2. Now, as I write books about it and feel I've got 'things' figured out, the USA goes nuts and elects a man with no experience to take us into a new REALITY. God help us!

Are you a Straggler?

Trump has stimulated more off-the-wall talk. In Iowa, a renegade Congressman (Steve King) has talked about 'cultural suicide'. In an Opinion, printed in the Des Moines Register, Swarthmore assistant professor Sangina Patnair tears into his wildly racist fear-mongering.

Trump has stimulated more off-the-wall talk. In Iowa, a renegade Congressman (Steve King) has talked about 'cultural suicide'. In an Opinion, printed in the Des Moines Register, Swarthmore assistant professor Sangina Patnair tears into his wildly racist fear-mongering.

Cultural Suicide in Iowa?

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. I have decided to share information on social media. The most recent data (2014) tells us that there were 42,773 suicides in the United States. That is 117 per day. One every 12 minutes. Twenty veterans commit suicide every day. We need to talk about this. We need to get a handle on this mental health crises.

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. I have decided to share information on social media. The most recent data (2014) tells us that there were 42,773 suicides in the United States. That is 117 per day. One every 12 minutes. Twenty veterans commit suicide every day. We need to talk about this. We need to get a handle on this mental health crises.

World Suicide Prevention Day

First week back-to-school is over. Same old problems. Our neighbors to the west, Waukee and Johnston, made it on TV and into the Des Moines Register. Our first week kinks were minor compared to their mess. New managers, additional students, drivers quitting over loss of benefits, upset parents--this local soap opera has it all. Check out my blog and my podcast for more information. @postmasterjim #jimthebusdriver busbiz.libsyn.com/podcast http://www.postmasterjimblog.wordpress.com/

First week back-to-school is over. Same old problems. Our neighbors to the west, Waukee and Johnston, made it on TV and into the Des Moines Register. Our first week kinks were minor compared to their mess. New managers, additional students, drivers quitting over loss of benefits, upset parents--this local soap opera has it all. Check out my blog and my podcast for more information. @postmasterjim #jimthebusdriver <a href="http://busbiz.libsyn.com/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">busbiz.libsyn.com/podcast</a> <a href="http://www.postmasterjimblog.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.postmasterjimblog.wordpress.com/</a>

School bus problems, AGAIN?

BUSBIZ

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Journaling is a bit of a buzzword in the productivity space, but with good reason. And in this episode, Mike and Brooks explain why it’s so important. They dive into the many benefits of journaling, and share 5 tips for making journaling actionable and effective. They explain how to implement a journaling habit, recommend some different tools and apps you can use, and explain how to make the habit stick. If you’ve never understood why you should journal or you have trouble doing it consistently, then this episode is for you. <h2>Get Podcast Updates</h2>Do you want to get an email with shownotes each time a podcast goes live? 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Aziz’s life has been a story of chance – and choice. As Michael pieces together Aziz’s journey from Sudan to Manus, he realises Aziz has been searching for a safe place for about eight years. So what gives him the ability, and the energy, to speak out? How has Aziz fought for so long, and what makes him want to be ‘the messenger’? ‘I’m pretending like I’m really happy, and laugh, and you know, smiling on the phones and doing stuff like that – so they feel like, “Oh, my son is really living in a good environment”. So they think like that, but the opposite is the truth.’ Aziz  Aziz tells Michael, ‘I have got some people ...waiting for me. They love me, they want me to be with them.’ Haltingly, and sometimes with great difficulty, Aziz starts to share stories about his home, the family that he longs to see, and why he fled. Looking to find out more, Michael speaks to Sudan expert Anne Bartlett about the current situation there. As Aziz shares snapshots from his past, Anne talks Michael through the conflict in Sudan, which, despite leaving the headlines long ago, continues to unfold. Michael worries that he’s adding to Aziz’s trauma by digging up painful memories – ever aware of how hard it is to have these kinds of conversations in short, overlapping messages, without the benefit of reading someone’s signals face to face. Meanwhile, Aziz weighs up how much to tell his family about Manus, and explains to Michael why he’s sometimes tortured by regret. Warning: This episode of The Messenger includes graphic content and mentions self-harm. If you or someone you know needs help, you can contact one of Australia’s national 24/7 crisis services such as Lifeline on 13 11 14 or at lifeline.org.au, or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. Transcript Download a PDF transcript of this episode here. In this episode  Abdul Aziz Muhamat Michael Green Associate Professor Anne Bartlett, University of New South Wales, President of the Sudan Studies Association  Our theme music was composed by Raya Slavin. Music used in this episode includes: 'Blue Milk' by Stereolab, 'Up the Box' by Andy Stott, 'Feld' by To Rococo Rot, 'Firefly' and 'Four-Day Interval' by Tortoise, 'Cutting Branches for a Temporary Shelter' by Penguin Cafe Orchestra, 'Ending' by Kazumasa Hashimoto, 'Remedios the Beauty' by Oren Ambarchi, 'Lazyboat' and 'Vostok' by Triosk, 'Passages' by Bowery Electric, 'Self Seal Mishap' by Tennis and 'Ba Ba' by Sigur Rós. More information The Messenger is a co-production of Behind the Wire and the Wheeler Centre. It’s produced by Michael Green, André Dao, Hannah Reich and Bec Fary, with Jon Tjhia and Sophie Black at the Wheeler Centre.Narration by Michael Green. With reporting by Abdul Aziz Muhamat. Additional fact checking by the Guardian's Ben Doherty; transcription by Claire McGregor, Victoria Grey, Camilla Chapman, Lena Lettau and many more​. This episode was edited and mixed by Bec Fary and Jon Tjhia. Thank you Dana Affleck, Angelica Neville and Sienna Merope. Also to Cameron Ford and Heidi Pett, and to Behind the Wire’s many participants and volunteers. Behind the Wire is supported by the Bertha Foundation.

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Aziz’s life has been a story of chance – and choice. As Michael pieces together Aziz’s journey from Sudan to Manus, he realises Aziz has been searching for a safe place for about eight years. So what gives him the ability, and the energy, to speak out? How has Aziz fought for so long, and what makes him want to be ‘the messenger’? <blockquote>‘I’m pretending like I’m really happy, and laugh, and you know, smiling on the phones and doing stuff like that – so they feel like, “Oh, my son is really living in a good environment”. So they think like that, but the opposite is the truth.’</blockquote> Aziz Aziz tells Michael, ‘I have got some people ...waiting for me. They love me, they want me to be with them.’ Haltingly, and sometimes with great difficulty, Aziz starts to share stories about his home, the family that he longs to see, and why he fled. Looking to find out more, Michael speaks to Sudan expert Anne Bartlett about the current situation there. As Aziz shares snapshots from his past, Anne talks Michael through the conflict in Sudan, which, despite leaving the headlines long ago, continues to unfold. Michael worries that he’s adding to Aziz’s trauma by digging up painful memories – ever aware of how hard it is to have these kinds of conversations in short, overlapping messages, without the benefit of reading someone’s signals face to face. Meanwhile, Aziz weighs up how much to tell his family about Manus, and explains to Michael why he’s sometimes tortured by regret. Warning: This episode of The Messenger includes graphic content and mentions self-harm. If you or someone you know needs help, you can contact one of Australia’s national 24/7 crisis services such as Lifeline on 13 11 14 or at <a href="http://lifeline.org.au" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">lifeline.org.au</a>, or the Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467. <h1>Transcript</h1> Download a PDF transcript of this episode <a href="https://track.wheelercentre.com/event?target=http%3A%2F%2Fwheeler-centre-heracles.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fwheeler-centre%2Fassets%2F32%2Fc60ef0f06611e68deecd8a9eb8f0a6%2F2017-02-10-The-Messenger-Episode-3-Transcript.pdf&amp;location=http%3A%2F%2Fwheeler-centre-heracles.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fwheeler-centre%2Fassets%2F32%2Fc60ef0f06611e68deecd8a9eb8f0a6%2F2017-02-10-The-Messenger-Episode-3-Transcript.pdf&amp;title=2017+02+10+The+Messenger+Episode+3+Transcript.pdf&amp;path=%2Fwheeler-centre%2Fassets%2F32%2Fc60ef0f06611e68deecd8a9eb8f0a6%2F2017-02-10-The-Messenger-Episode-3-Transcript.pdf&amp;category=asset&amp;action=download&amp;label=http%3A%2F%2Fwheeler-centre-heracles.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fwheeler-centre%2Fassets%2F32%2Fc60ef0f06611e68deecd8a9eb8f0a6%2F2017-02-10-The-Messenger-Episode-3-Transcript.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a>. <h1>In this episode</h1> <ul> <li>Abdul Aziz Muhamat</li> <li>Michael Green</li> <li>Associate Professor Anne Bartlett, University of New South Wales, President of the Sudan Studies Association</li> </ul> Our theme music was composed by Raya Slavin. Music used in this episode includes: 'Blue Milk' by Stereolab, 'Up the Box' by Andy Stott, 'Feld' by To Rococo Rot, 'Firefly' and 'Four-Day Interval' by Tortoise, 'Cutting Branches for a Temporary Shelter' by Penguin Cafe Orchestra, 'Ending' by Kazumasa Hashimoto, 'Remedios the Beauty' by Oren Ambarchi, 'Lazyboat' and 'Vostok' by Triosk, 'Passages' by Bowery Electric, 'Self Seal Mishap' by Tennis and 'Ba Ba' by Sigur Rós. <h1>More information</h1> The Messenger is a co-production of Behind the Wire and the Wheeler Centre. It’s produced by Michael Green, André Dao, Hannah Reich and Bec Fary, with Jon Tjhia and Sophie Black at the Wheeler Centre. Narration by Michael Green. With reporting by Abdul Aziz Muhamat. Additional fact checking by the Guardian's Ben Doherty; transcription by Claire McGregor, Victoria Grey, Camilla Chapman, Lena Lettau and many more​. This episode was edited and mixed by Bec Fary and Jon Tjhia. <h1>Thank you</h1> Dana Affleck, Angelica Neville and Sienna Merope. Also to Cameron Ford and Heidi Pett, and to Behind the Wire’s many participants and volunteers. Behind the Wire is supported by the Bertha Foundation.

#3 I Have Got Some People Waiting For Me

Jocko Willink (@jockowillink) is one of the scariest human beings imaginable. He is a lean 230 pounds. He is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu expert who used to tap out 20 Navy SEALs per workout. He is a legend in the Special Operations world. His eyes look through you more than at you. He rarely does interviews, if ever. But a few weeks ago, Jocko ended up staying at my house and we had a caffeinated mind meld. Here's some background... Jocko enlisted in the Navy after high school and spent 20 years in the SEAL Teams, first as an enlisted SEAL operator and then as a SEAL officer. During his second tour in Iraq, he led SEAL Task Unit Bruiser in the Battle of Ramadi--some of the toughest and sustained combat in the SEAL Teams since Vietnam. Under his leadership, Task Unit Bruiser became the most highly decorated Special Operations Unit of the entire war in Iraq and helped bring stability to Ramadi. Jocko was awarded the Bronze Star and a Silver Star. Upon returning to the United States, Jocko served as the Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams, designing and implementing some of the most challenging and realistic combat training in the world. So why is Jocko opening up? Well, in part, we have mutual friends. Second, he is the co-author of an incredible new book — Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win -- which I've been loving. Trust me. Buy it. This is his first mainstream interview and one you won't want to miss. Show notes and links for this episode can be found at www.fourhourworkweek.com/podcast. This podcast is brought to you by Wealthfront. Wealthfront is a massively disruptive (in a good way) set-it-and-forget-it investing service, led by technologists from places like Apple and world-famous investors. It has exploded in popularity in the last 2 years, and now has more than $2.5B under management. In fact, some of my good investor friends in Silicon Valley have millions of their own money in Wealthfront. Why? Because you can get services previously limited to the ultra-wealthy and only pay pennies on the dollar for them, and it’s all through smarter software instead of retail locations and bloated sales teams Check out wealthfront.com/tim, take their risk assessment quiz, which only takes 2-5 minutes, and they’ll show you—for free–exactly the portfolio they’d put you in. If you want to just take their advice and do it yourself, you can. Or, as I would, you can set it and forget it. Well worth a few minutes: wealthfront.com/tim. Mandatory disclaimer: Wealthfront Inc. is an SEC registered Investment Advisor. Investing in securities involves risks, and there is the possibility of losing money. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Please visit Wealthfront dot com to read their full disclosure. This podcast is also brought to you by 99Designs, the world’s largest marketplace of graphic designers. Did you know I used 99Designs to rapid prototype the cover for The 4-Hour Body? Here are some of the impressive results. Click this link and get a free $99 upgrade. Give it a test run... ***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews!For show notes and past guests, please visit tim.blog/podcast.Sign up for Tim’s email newsletter (“5-Bullet Friday”) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Visit tim.blog/sponsor and fill out the form.Discover Tim’s books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss YouTube: youtube.com/timferriss

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Jocko Willink (@jockowillink) is one of the scariest human beings imaginable. He is a lean 230 pounds. He is a Brazilian jiu-jitsu expert who used to tap out 20 Navy SEALs per workout. He is a legend in the Special Operations world. His eyes look through you more than at you. He rarely does interviews, if ever. But a few weeks ago, Jocko ended up staying at my house and we had a caffeinated mind meld. Here's some background... Jocko enlisted in the Navy after high school and spent 20 years in the SEAL Teams, first as an enlisted SEAL operator and then as a SEAL officer. During his second tour in Iraq, he led SEAL Task Unit Bruiser in the Battle of Ramadi--some of the toughest and sustained combat in the SEAL Teams since Vietnam. Under his leadership, Task Unit Bruiser became the most highly decorated Special Operations Unit of the entire war in Iraq and helped bring stability to Ramadi. Jocko was awarded the Bronze Star and a Silver Star. Upon returning to the United States, Jocko served as the Officer-in-Charge of training for all West Coast SEAL Teams, designing and implementing some of the most challenging and realistic combat training in the world. So why is Jocko opening up? Well, in part, we have mutual friends. Second, he is the co-author of an incredible new book — Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win -- which I've been loving. Trust me. Buy it. This is his first mainstream interview and one you won't want to miss. Show notes and links for this episode can be found at <a href="http://www.fourhourworkweek.com/podcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.fourhourworkweek.com/podcast</a>. This podcast is brought to you by Wealthfront. Wealthfront is a massively disruptive (in a good way) set-it-and-forget-it investing service, led by technologists from places like Apple and world-famous investors. It has exploded in popularity in the last 2 years, and now has more than $2.5B under management. In fact, some of my good investor friends in Silicon Valley have millions of their own money in Wealthfront. Why? Because you can get services previously limited to the ultra-wealthy and only pay pennies on the dollar for them, and it’s all through smarter software instead of retail locations and bloated sales teams Check out <a href="http://wealthfront.com/tim" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wealthfront.com/tim</a>, take their risk assessment quiz, which only takes 2-5 minutes, and they’ll show you—for free–exactly the portfolio they’d put you in. If you want to just take their advice and do it yourself, you can. Or, as I would, you can set it and forget it. Well worth a few minutes: <a href="http://wealthfront.com/tim" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">wealthfront.com/tim</a>. Mandatory disclaimer: Wealthfront Inc. is an SEC registered Investment Advisor. Investing in securities involves risks, and there is the possibility of losing money. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Please visit Wealthfront dot com to read their full disclosure. This podcast is also brought to you by 99Designs, the world’s largest marketplace of graphic designers. Did you know I used 99Designs to rapid prototype the cover for The 4-Hour Body? Here are some of the impressive results. Click this link and get a free $99 upgrade. Give it a test run... ***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tim-ferriss-show/id863897795?mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts</a>/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews!For show notes and past guests, please visit <a href="https://tim.blog/podcast/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-description" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tim.blog/podcast</a>.Sign up for Tim’s email newsletter (“5-Bullet Friday”) at <a href="https://go.tim.blog/5-bullet-friday-1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tim.blog/friday</a>.For transcripts of episodes, go to <a href="http://tim.blog/transcripts" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tim.blog/transcripts</a>.Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Visit <a href="http://tim.blog/sponsor" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tim.blog/sponsor</a> and fill out the form.Discover Tim’s books: <a href="http://tim.blog/books" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tim.blog/books</a>.Follow Tim:Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/tferriss" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">twitter.com/tferriss</a> Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/timferriss/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">instagram.com/timferriss</a>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/TimFerriss/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">facebook.com/timferriss</a> YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/timferriss" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">youtube.com/timferriss</a>

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