Josh Corey: From Comedy Writer to Getting Punched in the Face

Josh Corey, a Hollywood comedy writer and producer, shares his transformative journey from a lifelong NFL fan with zero athletic experience to training for and competing in a real boxing match, chronicled in his podcast 'From Writer to Fighter.' The episode delves into the emotional and physical challenges of this undertaking, driven by a desire for structure and control during a turbulent period in his life—navigating his fiancée’s wedding, his mother’s terminal illness, and uncertainty in the entertainment industry. Through candid storytelling, Corey reveals how the process became a form of 'violent meditation,' where the intense focus of boxing offered a rare mental clarity. He also reflects on the deep connections forged with his coach David Paul, his mother, and the 'boxing fam,' as well as the personal growth that came from overcoming fear, self-doubt, and the pressure of his father’s opinion. The conversation with hosts Seth Levitt and Dan Marino (Juice) explores themes of vulnerability, identity, and the power of storytelling, culminating in a deeply personal and inspiring narrative that transcends sports.