Off Script with Josh Fisher: A Leadership Podcast For People Who Don’t Like Leadership Podcast

In this episode of Off Script with Josh Fisher, leadership coach, professor, and author Dr. Wayne Applewhite joins the show to explore what it truly means to lead. Wayne doesn’t just talk about leadership—he lives it. From his unexpected start as a cook in the Air Force to becoming an officer, author, and leadership voice, his journey is proof that leadership is less about titles and more about the actions you take every day. Tog...

In this episode of Off Script, we step into a leadership workshop that wasn’t about policies, new rules, or checklists — but about people, connection, and the human work of leadership.

Josh takes us inside a room full of seasoned, gritty leaders — boots-on-the-ground types whose decisions carry life-or-death weight. When one of them asks a deceptively simple question — “How do we bridge the...

In this solo episode, Josh Fisher dives headfirst into why presence—not polish—is the ultimate leadership flex. He shares a raw, personal story of his first love and how it robbed him of presence, leaving him disconnected from life’s most meaningful moments.

Josh unpacks his journey from hiding behind the haze of alcohol and the mask of perfection to discovering the power of showing up authentically. You’ll learn the difference bet...

In this week’s Thursday Thoughts, Josh Fisher reflects on Frank Davis’s thought-provoking question from Episode 5:

How do we love our neighbor while holding space for freedom of thought?

Josh dives into the paradox of human connection, how we can honor others’ perspectives without compromising our own, and how love and freedom of thought don’t have to be opposites.

From emotional intelligence to curiosity over certainty, Josh exp...

Listener Discretion Disclaimer: This episode contains honest conversations about childhood challenges, racial experiences in the military, and personal growth. We discuss difficult topics with authenticity and respect. If you're looking for real talk about leadership, identity, and service, this conversation is for you.

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In this powerful episode of Off Script with Josh Fisher, Marine Corps veteran and leadership coach Josh Fisher...

🎙 Thursday Thoughts: Emotion Isn’t the Enemy—Avoiding It Is

In this heartfelt solo episode, Episode 3.

Josh opens up about the powerful role emotions play in leadership—how they can hinder decisions, deepen relationships, and ultimately shape the way we lead. He shares raw, unfiltered insights from his own journey, reminding us that vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s a bridge to connection.

This episode is a call to explore your o...

Listener Discretion Disclaimer:

Before we begin this episode, I want to let you know that the conversation you're about to hear is raw, honest, and at times, heavy. We talk about difficult topics including mental health, emotional burnout, and suicide. There's also explicit language throughout the episode.

If you or someone you know is struggling—whether it's a passing thought, a quiet mention, or something deeper—please don't igno...

In this episode of Off Script, Josh Fisher delves into the complexities of personal identity, self-reflection, and the importance of vulnerability in leadership. He shares his own journey of self-discovery, including struggles with insecurity, trauma, and coping mechanisms. Through candid storytelling, he emphasizes the value of authentic connections and the potential for community building through shared experiences.

Who am I, rea...

In this first episode of Off Script with Josh Fisher, we strip leadership down to its bones—no polish, no performance, just the raw truth. I dive into why I started this podcast, the deep disconnect so many leaders feel behind the mask, and how perfectionism, imposter syndrome, and societal expectations keep us from leading with real presence. You’ll hear parts of my story, the doubts I’ve carried, and why I believe the perception ...