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From Writer to Fighter

Wavland
Boxing
Anger
Los Angeles, United States
Television Writing
Family
USA Boxing
Boxing Fam
New York
Wedding
Junebug Mijares

Josh Corey is a comedy writer with a serious obsession: boxing. At age 37, with his wedding fast approaching, Josh gives himself six months to transform from writer... to fighter. What begins as a fun challenge leads to vulnerable conversations about identity, anger, love, and loss. From Wavland, this is From Writer to Fighter, an 8-episode series that publishes every Thursday starting February 26... more

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With his boxing journey behind him, Josh turns his attention to family life, and a new fight emerges: how do we face life's inevitable losses without beating ourselves up?

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Josh finally rips off the band-aid: telling his dad that he's going to fight a boxing match. With just days to go until the Centennial Square Boxing Show, can Josh and his team engineer a miracle turnaround?

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The chaos of the final stretch causes Josh and Coach to butt heads. When Josh gets pummeled during sparring, Coach accuses him of losing focus, leading to an argument that could put the whole fight in jeopardy.

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Mind games. Strategy. Self-esteem. Josh explores all the mental aspects of boxing. In order to be successful, he'll have to stop thinking so much, and just have faith -- a lesson that applies to other aspects of his life.

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Recent Guests

Sarah Greenfield
A fighter with four fights (two wins, one draw, one loss)
Boxing community
Episode: The Body Rebels | Chapter 6
Hillary Matthews
Guest who pitches ideas and comments on the ring-name session
Unspecified in episode
Episode: Attitude is Everything | Chapter 5
Bill Posley
Guest who pitches ideas and participates in the ring-name session
Unspecified in episode
Episode: Attitude is Everything | Chapter 5
Greg Gillott
Guest who participates in the ring-name session
Unspecified in episode
Episode: Attitude is Everything | Chapter 5
Junebug Mijares
Boxer; father/son relationship with trainer
Mijares boxing family
Episode: Taking Punishment | Chapter 4
Emily Jones
Medical professional discussing brain trauma and nose surgery
Cedars-Sinai (medical discussion in episode)
Episode: Taking Punishment | Chapter 4
Junebug Meharis
Coach's son and sparring partner introduced in episode
Unknown boxing gym, son of David Meharis
Episode: The Dark Box | Chapter 3
Neil Swinkles
Guest participant in boxing group
Boxing Fam
Episode: Boxing Makes You Family | Chapter 2
Hillary Sterling
Guest participant in boxing group
Boxing Fam
Episode: Boxing Makes You Family | Chapter 2

Host

Josh Corey
Host and writer guiding the narrative of the journey

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • So fun and heartfelt, and I don’t even care about boxing

    I loved this podcast. You can feel the amount of care and consideration that Josh puts into his practice and into his relationships. I love how deep the conversations go and how willing Josh is to be vulnerable and transparent about every aspect of this process.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PizzaCatParty21
    United States19 days ago
  • Fantastic Series

    Josh takes what sounds starts as a sports story and immediately becomes a deeply personal journey about challenging and understanding himself. The storytelling is incredible and every episode is a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CoolRC
    United States20 days ago
  • Episode 8?

    Love the podcast. Reminds me of my time boxing and my journey to fight in a tough man at 36. Where’s episode 8?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dave d 71
    United States21 days ago
  • Writer to Fighter

    Josh had so much heart and is real. This is a great story, the journey is very moving.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    March fighter.
    United States2 months ago
  • Episode 1 - great so far!!

    Josh is so witty and really fun to listen to. Such a good story, and really well presented with family and friends involved throughout the telling. Looking forward to the next episode!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reecette
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners praise the honest, vulnerable storytelling and the blend of humor with emotional depth.
Production quality and pacing are frequently highlighted as engaging and cinematic.
The host's storytelling ability and family-centered angle draw in audiences beyond boxing fans.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Why Are You Doing This? | Chapter 1
Q: How will you manage safety and training with a wedding coming up?
Coaching and protective gear are planned, with USA Boxing-sanctioned rounds and clear safety standards discussed with the coach to reassure Vanessa.
Why Are You Doing This? | Chapter 1
Q: What is driving you to actually pursue a real boxing match at 37?
A burning desire to fight for a meaningful reason beyond a writer's life, exploring anger, identity, and the need to prove something to loved ones and to himself.

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Frequently Asked Questions About From Writer to Fighter

What is From Writer to Fighter about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show follows a comedy writer as he trains for a high-stakes boxing match while balancing a wedding and personal relationships. Across episodes, listeners hear about identity, anger, vulnerability, and the toll of pursuing a dream in the face of real-world risks. The format blends training footage, medical and safety context, and intimate conversations with family, coaches, and friends, creating a cinematic, character-driven journey that marries humor with emotional depth. A standout aspect is the fusion of storytelling with documentary-style reporting, plus recurring emphasis on safety, mental resilience, and the impact of boxing on loved ones. Potential listeners who enjoy intimate, character-forward narratives about ambition, craft, ... more

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1. Sarah Greenfield
2. Hillary Matthews
3. Bill Posley
4. Greg Gillott
5. Junebug Mijares
6. Emily Jones
7. Junebug Meharis
8. Neil Swinkles

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