The Courage To Live
The Courage to Live podcast is hosted by retired Police Captain Josh Bitsko and his wife Jenna, and it explores resilience, leadership, and the real stories behind critical incidents and everyday challenges. Each episode blends lessons from Josh’s career in law enforcement including his response to the 1 October mass shooting in Las Vegas with honest conversations about trauma, growth, and the courage it takes to face both professional and personal battles. The show covers everything from leadership and decision making under stress to mental health, family, and the daily choices that help us live with purpose.
Podcasting since 2025 • 60 episodes
The Courage To Live
Latest Episodes
Ep. 60: Courage Casts- Trust Your Gut
In this episode of The Courage to Live Podcast, retired Las Vegas Police Captain Josh Bitsko breaks down what it really means to “trust your gut.” He shares a powerful story from his time as a K9 handler when listening to his in...
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Ep. 59: Courage Casts- Perfect Practice Makes Perfect
In this episode of The Courage to Live Podcast, retired Las Vegas Police Captain Josh Bitsko breaks down the real meaning behind “practice makes perfect.” He explains why it’s not just the amount of training that matters, but the quali...
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Ep. 58: Courage Casts- Finding Joy in Leadership
In this episode of The Courage to Live Podcast, retired Las Vegas Police Captain Josh Bitsko reflects on how the meaning of joy evolves throughout a career. Early on, it came from making arrests and protecting the community. But as he ...
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Ep. 57: Courage Casts- You Are More Than Your Career
In this episode of The Courage to Live Podcast, retired Las Vegas Police Captain Josh Bitsko talks about the danger of letting your career become your entire identity. He shares how easy it is for police officers and anyone in a...
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Ep.56: The Courage to Live- Loki's Lesson Part 2
Josh and Jenna continue the story of Loki, Josh’s K9 partner, with honest, funny, and gritty moments from the street and the training yard. You’ll hear how a high-drive dog taught a handler to manage emotions under pressure, read a team’s...
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