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The Jefferson Fisher Podcast

Civility Media

136 episodes

Communicate with confidence so you can argue less and talk more.

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Every episode of The Jefferson Fisher Podcast is packed with actionable strategies you can implement today to improve the way you communicate.

Make your next conversation the one that changes everything.

New episodes every Tuesday.

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  1. Married 30+ Years: "I Like to Resolve Conflict. He Doesn't." with Leanne Morgan

    · 1 h 13 min · S2 E109

    There’s no expiration date on your purpose, and sometimes the best things in life happen when you least expect them. Get tickets to Leanne Morgan's tour here: https://www.leannemorgan.com/ And watch SEASON 2 of…

  2. How to Stop Avoiding Hard Conversations ft. Sahil Bloom

    · 1 h 02 min · S2 E108

    What if the life you’re rushing through right now is the life you’ll one day wish you could get back? Sahil Bloom joins me to talk about our complicated relationship with time—and what happens when we’re so focused on…

  3. Why Your Family Triggers You Ft. The Foster Sisters

    · 1 h 06 min

    What happens when your sister is also your best friend and business partner? In this episode, I sit down with Erin and Sara Foster, better known as The Foster Sisters, for an honest conversation about family dynamics,…

  4. The #1 Sign Someone Is Emotionally Immature ft. Sabrina Zohar

    · 1 h 19 min · S2 E106

    The way you communicate in a relationship can tell you a lot about whether it's actually healthy. In this episode, I'm joined by dating and relationship expert Sabrina Zohar to talk about the biggest communication…

  5. What to Say When Texts Go Badly

    · 33 min · S2 E105

    Ever get a text message that makes you wonder, “What am I even supposed to say to that?” In this episode, I’m breaking down real text messages and emails from people dealing with difficult conversations at work, with…

  6. The Wrong (and Right) Way to Apologize

    · 1 h 10 min · S2 E104

    Cory Asbury joins me for an honest conversation about taking ownership, putting your ego aside, and learning to apologize without making excuses. We talk about why being right isn't always worth it, how to respond when…

  7. Stop Letting Your Boss Disrespect You

    · 23 min · S2 E103

    Some conversations go bad before the other person even has a chance to respond. In this episode, I’m reacting to some of the internet’s most insane texts between bosses and employees—and breaking down exactly where the…

  8. How to Handle Someone You Disagree With ft. Tim Tebow

    · 1 h 18 min · S2 E102

    What do you do when people criticize you, misunderstand you, or challenge what you believe? Tim Tebow joins me for a conversation about what it really means to stand your ground without losing respect for the person…

  9. Stop Absorbing Other People’s Chaos

    · 35 min · S2 E101

    How do you stay compassionate without getting pulled into someone else’s chaos? In this call-in episode, I answer questions about setting boundaries with people who create constant turmoil, dealing with difficult…

  10. ADHD Expert: Why You Feel Motivated But Can't Do Anything

    · 1 h 11 min · S2 E100

    If you’ve ever wondered why a simple conversation can feel so overwhelming with ADHD, this episode is for you. Dr. Sasha Hamdani joins me to explain what’s really happening inside the ADHD brain—and how it impacts…

  11. When Someone Insults You, Ask Them This

    · 24 min · S2 E99

    The best communicators are not the ones with the fastest comeback. They are the ones who know which question to ask. In this episode, I break down how to ask better questions when someone is insulting, pushing against…

  12. How to Raise Kids Who Aren't Entitled Ft. Dr. Becky

    · 1 h 20 min · S2 E98

    What if protecting your kids from struggle is actually making life harder for them later? Dr. Becky Kennedy joins me to talk about what it really takes to raise confident, resilient kids who can handle frustration,…

  13. How to Shut Down Someone Trying to Provoke You

    · 30 min · S2 E97

    Some conversations test your patience. Others test your character. In this call-in episode, I answer your questions about staying calm when emotions run high, setting boundaries with the people you love, handling…

  14. Finance Expert: How You Talk About Money Matters Ft. Vivian Tu

    · 55 min · S2 E96

    Money might be one of the hardest conversations we avoid having. In this episode, I sit down with money expert Vivian Tu to talk about why money feels so uncomfortable, how the way we grew up shapes our financial…

  15. 3 Ways To Avoid Manipulators

    · 20 min · S2 E95

    Manipulation works when someone convinces you that their reaction is your responsibility. In this episode, I break down how to recognize manipulative behavior, why it can be hardest to see in the people closest to you,…

  16. #1 Memory Expert: How to Think Clearly When You’re Put on the Spot

    · 1 h 04 min · S2 E94

    Have you ever known exactly what you wanted to say, only for your mind to go completely blank when the pressure is on? In this episode, I sit down with brain coach and memory expert Jim Kwik to talk about why that…

  17. You Need to Disappoint More People

    · 26 min · S2 E93

    Disappointing people does not make you a bad person. But if you are always trying to manage everyone else's expectations, you will eventually lose sight of your own. In this episode, I break down how to say no without…

  18. How to Talk to Someone With Tourette Syndrome ft. Baylen Dupree

    · 56 min · S2 E92 · Explicit

    *Note: there are unmuted curse words in today's episode* Today, I sit down with Baylen Dupree for a conversation about Tourette syndrome, neurodivergence, and what good communication actually looks like when someone…

  19. How to Get Any Conversation UNSTUCK

    · 21 min · S2 E91

    When a conversation gets stuck, most people try to win. That only sinks both people deeper. In this episode, I break down how to recognize when a conversation has lost traction, name what happened without blaming the…

  20. Relationship Expert: The Biggest Signs of Emotional Immaturity

    · 1 h 22 min · S2 E90

    What makes someone actually ready for a healthy relationship? In this episode, I sit down with relationship expert Quinlan Walther to talk about the communication habits that create connection—and the ones that quietly…

  21. How to Handle Defensiveness

    · 25 min · S2 E89

    Defensiveness can shut down a conversation before you ever get close to resolving anything. But sometimes it’s not just what you’re saying—it’s how you’re approaching the conversation. In this episode, I’m giving you…

  22. Why Honesty Earns More Respect Than Agreement ft. Ben Bruno

    · 1 h 19 min · S2 E88

    What if being more direct actually made people trust you more? My friend Ben Bruno has spent years training some of the most recognizable people in the world, and one of the things I appreciate most about him is that…

  23. Stop Letting One Person Control Every Conversation

    · 35 min · S2 E87

    Some conversations test your patience. Others test your character. In this call-in episode, I answer your questions about staying calm when emotions run high, setting boundaries with the people you love, handling…

  24. Psychotherapist: Should You Go No Contact?

    · 1 h 22 min · S2 E86

    If you've ever wondered how a family goes from talking every week to not talking at all, this conversation is for you. Matthias Barker and I unpack why estrangement rarely happens because of one big moment—it usually…

  25. Never Do This When Someone Gets Emotional

    · 17 min · S2 E85

    What do you say when you start to cry in an argument? Absolutely nothing. In this episode, I break down exactly what to do when your emotions run high and the tears start falling during a tense conversation. We talk…

  26. Dave Ramsey: "How To Actually Change Their Behavior"

    · 1 h 24 min · S2 E84

    The conversations you've been avoiding rarely get easier—they just get more expensive. In this episode, I sit down with Dave Ramsey to talk about what it really takes to tell the truth with kindness, navigate…

  27. Never Say "Let Me Know If"

    · 26 min · S2 E83

    When someone you care about is grieving, the pressure to say the right thing can be paralyzing. You want to help, but you don't want to make it worse. In this episode, I break down exactly what to say—and what not to…

  28. How to Speak Up with Confidence ft. Tori Kelly

    · 1 h 07 min · S2 E82

    Have you ever talked yourself out of speaking before you even opened your mouth? I think a lot of us have. We convince ourselves that everyone else is smarter, more experienced, or has something more valuable to say.…

  29. How To Handle a Toxic Boss

    · 26 min · S2 E81

    If your boss constantly talks down to you, criticizes you, or makes you feel small, you don't have to just take it. In this episode, I share the phrases I would use to set boundaries, communicate with confidence, and…

  30. How To Have Hard Conversations With Friends ft. Bobby Bones

    · 46 min · S2 E80

    What can one of the world's best interviewers teach you about communication? In this conversation, I sit down with Bobby Bones to break down the habits that have helped him interview thousands of people, build lasting…

  31. Stop Feeling Guilty for Your Boundaries

    · 49 min · S2 E79

    Some conversations test your patience. Others test your character. In this call-in episode, I answer your questions about staying calm when emotions run high, setting boundaries with the people you love, handling…

  32. Stop Overthinking Important Decisions ft. Hunter Hayes

    · 55 min · S2 E78

    Every conversation starts with the one you're having with yourself. Hunter Hayes joins me to talk about how self-trust changes the way you communicate, why feeling stuck often starts with the stories you tell yourself,…

  33. Want More Respect? Do This First.

    · 22 min · S2 E77

    Lately I've been wrestling with one idea that keeps showing up—in my own life, in the conversations I have with people, and in the messages so many of you send me. It's the idea of ownership. In this episode, I'm…

  34. Clinical Psychologist on Setting Clear Boundaries ft. Dr. Henry Cloud

    · 56 min · S2 E76

    Most people think boundaries are about telling someone else what they can or can't do. They're not. Boundaries are about deciding what you'll do when someone crosses the line—and that changes everything. In this…

  35. How to Respond to Unsolicited Advice

    · 43 min · S2 E75

    Some conversations test your patience. Others test your character. In this call-in episode, I answer your questions about staying calm when emotions run high, setting boundaries with the people you love, handling…

  36. The #1 Habit That Builds Lifelong Trust

    · 37 min · S2 E74

    Most people think better communication is about saying the right thing. But sometimes it starts with admitting when you're wrong. In this conversation, I sit down with Danica McKellar to talk about the lessons she's…

  37. What To Do When Someone Pulls Away

    · 45 min · S2 E73

    After 33 years of marriage, a woman called in to ask what she should do when her husband won't hug her—and becomes angry when she asks. And y'all, that question opened the door to some really honest conversations about…

  38. The Conversation Every Couple Needs During Hard Seasons ft. Claire Holt

    · 55 min · S2 E72

    I sat down with Claire Holt to talk about something we all face sooner or later: what happens when life changes and you don't quite recognize yourself anymore. We talked about motherhood, marriage, guilt, career…

  39. Stop Apologizing For Things You Didn't Do

    · 54 min · S2 E72

    In this episode, I take your calls. We start with a mom whose daughter-in-law has pulled her son away and left her apologizing for things she never did... and the words to stop. Then I get into how to respond when…

  40. Stop Giving Your Best To Everyone Else ft. Thomas Rhett

    · 50 min · S2 E70

    Thomas Rhett has spent more than a decade at the top of country music, but this conversation goes far beyond music. We talk about fatherhood, marriage, faith, success, and the lessons he's learning in this season of…

  41. The Fastest Way To Lose An Argument

    · 24 min · S2 E69

    In this episode, I talk about why most arguments don’t actually start with conflict—they start with defensiveness. I share the mindset and communication shifts that have helped me reduce tension in my relationships,…

  42. The 3 Relationship Habits Every Couple Should Steal

    · 44 min · S2 E68

    Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson East and former NFL player Andrew East join me for a conversation about marriage, conflict, ambition, and what it really takes to stay committed when life gets hard. We talk about…

  43. Stop Letting People Use Their Personality as an Excuse

    · 49 min · S2 E67

    In this call-in episode, I’m answering your real questions about difficult people, passive-aggressive comments, toxic relationships, setting boundaries, and what to say when someone disrespects you. We talk about how…

  44. How to Make Any Person Feel Seen with Will Guidara

    · 1 h 21 min · S2 E66

    Most people think hospitality is just about service. Will Guidara believes it’s about making people feel seen. In this conversation, Will and I talk about what it really means to care for people well—whether you’re…

  45. Jefferson Fisher Takes YOUR Calls | Ask Me Anything

    · 47 min · S2 E65

    Today’s episode is a little more personal than usual. I’m listening to your voicemails for the very first time and responding right there in the moment—no script, no prep, just real conversations. We talk about what…

  46. Why You Overthink Every Conversation After It Ends ft. Shadé Zahrai

    · 1 h 05 min · S2 E64

    There’s a voice in your head—and it’s shaping more of your life than you realize. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shadé Zahrai to break down the real science behind self-doubt, where it comes from, and why it…

  47. 3 Ways You’re Weakening Your Message Without Knowing It

    · 23 min · S2 E63

    Join me on Supercast for ad-free episodes, bonus content, and AMAs: https://jefferson.supercast.com/ There are three mistakes I see people make in conversations every single day—and they’re quietly destroying…

  48. Stop Letting Emotions Make Decisions with Emma Grede

    · 55 min · S2 E62

    Join me on Supercast for ad-free episodes, bonus content, and AMAs: https://jefferson.supercast.com/ There’s a version of you that keeps waiting—for permission, for clarity, for someone to hand you the opportunity. In…

  49. 3 Steps to Say the Hard Thing

    · 22 min · S2 E61

    Join me on Supercast for ad-free episodes, bonus content, and monthly AMAs: https://jefferson.supercast.com/ There’s a conversation you’ve been avoiding—and it’s already costing you more than you think. In this…

  50. I Launched Something New for You

    · 3:04 · Bonus

    Join The Jefferson Fisher Podcast Premium on Supercast – https://jefferson.supercast.com/ I’m really excited to share this with you—I’ve launched a premium version of the podcast for those of you who want a more…

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