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.
The Courage To Live
Ep. 94: Courage Casts - Be The Dumbest Person In The Room
In today’s episode, I talk about why I never wanted to be the smartest person in the room and how that mindset shaped my leadership. Surrounding myself with people who challenged me, questioned me, and brought skills I didn’t have made every project stronger, from rewriting a thousand page policy manual to managing high pressure operations. Smart teams outperform smart individuals, but you only get there if you set your ego aside, stay open to other opinions, and avoid the comfort of echo chambers. Whether it's policy work, the gym, or learning Jiu Jitsu, growth happens when you’re pushed by people who are better than you. If you’re not the smartest person in the room, that’s a gift because it means you’re in the right room to get better.