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The Determined Society

The Determined Society isn’t just a top-ranked podcast. It’s a home.

A signal for the ones who refuse to sit it out.

For the builders, the breakers, the comeback stories.
For the ones who lost themselves to survive… and are now ready to remember who they really are.

This is for the fiercely accountable. The radically honest.
The people who show up bleeding, exhausted, or doubted—and still ask for more.

You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be Determined.

Welcome to the Society.

Derik Fay

How He Lost $300M and Came Back Stronger Podcast: The Determined Society with Shawn FrenchDuration: 52 minutesRelease Date: June 2, 2025Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTube Episode Overview: In this compelling episode, serial entrepreneur Derik Fay joins host Shawn French...

Dr. Gregory Albert

Fixing Confidence Through Cosmetic Surgery Podcast: The Determined Society with Shawn FrenchDuration: 46 minutesRelease Date: May 30, 2025Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTube Episode Overview: In this enlightening episode, Dr. Gregory Albert, a renowned cosmetic surgeon,...

Steve Williams

️What Tiger Woods’ Caddie Learned From 13 Majors Podcast: The Determined Society with Shawn FrenchDuration: 59 minutesRelease Date: May 26, 2025Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTube Episode Overview: In this episode, legendary caddie Steve Williams joins host Shawn French...

Dr. Jason Wersland

️ From Chronic Pain to Global Healing: The True Story Behind Theragun Podcast: The Determined Society with Shawn FrenchDuration: 48 minutesRelease Date: May 23, 2025Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTube Episode Overview: In this week's episode, Dr. Jason Wersland, founder...

Tommy Davidson Opens Up: Pain, Comedy, and the Fight to Belong

  Listen: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Episode Overview: In this compelling episode, comedian and actor Tommy Davidson sits down with host Shawn French to delve into his extraordinary life journey—from being abandoned as a baby to becoming a comedy icon. Davidson shares...

Built by Rejection: How Kindness Became Brad Meltzer’s Superpower

Episode Overview: What if every "no" was actually building you for something greater? In this powerful episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Brad Meltzer—a man who has transformed rejection into rocket fuel and turned kindness into a...

Turning Pain into Purpose: The Jeremy Anderson Story

Episode Overview: Turning Pain into Purpose: The Jeremy Anderson Story In this powerful episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with renowned motivational speaker Jeremy Anderson to explore his transformative journey from addiction and despair...

Brande Roderick’s Journey of Grit and Growth

Episode Overview: From Playmate to Filmmaker: Brande Roderick’s Journey of Grit and Growth Brande Roderick joins Shawn French to share her incredible journey from Baywatch and Playmate of the Year to directing and producing her first feature film, Wineville. In this...

Leaving Corporate and Betting on Yourself

Episode Overview: Leaving Corporate and Betting on Yourself | Kiera Palmer on The Determined Society Kiera Palmer shares her powerful story of leaving toxic corporate life, betting on herself, and building two thriving businesses. From emotional lows to building her...

Luxury Living Redefined With Gil Dezer

Episode Overview: Luxury Living Redefined With Gil Dezer In this powerful episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Gil Dezer, the visionary behind South Florida’s most iconic luxury towers. From Porsche Design Tower to the new Bentley Residences,...
Media & Appearances

Book Shawn French or one of our Partners or Affiliates for your next event, keynote, or media feature. As the host of a global top 1% podcast, Shawn brings unmatched energy, real-world insight, and a voice that moves rooms. From corporate stages to cultural spotlights, he shows up ready to shift perspective and ignite action.

The Bangers

Start with the heavy-hitters. These are the episodes people can’t stop sharing—the ones that shook the feed, broke the loop, and became instant classics. Celebrities, comeback stories, and moments that live rent-free in your mind. The name says it all—these are The Bangers.

Curated Walkout Songs. The Society’s Playlist. Weekly Drops to Fuel You.

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This is the official TDS playlist—updated every week with high-impact tracks to move, charge, and anchor you.

Shawn French

Top Podcast | Thought Leader | Motivator

Shawn French, the host of The Determined Society podcast, is deeply passionate about personal development and self-motivation. With a dynamic and engaging presence, Shawn has the unique ability to connect with his audience and ignite a sense of determination within them.

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