The Determined Society

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What started as a way for Shawn to inspire his players and colleagues, The Determined Society is now one of the Top Podcasts in the World. But, the road to where we are was neither a stright line or a smooth one. But it was certainly fuled by pure determination!

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Featured Episodes

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...

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...

GRONK!

Episode Overview: Rob Gronkowski on Pain, Purpose, and Being Built Different Rob Gronkowski joins host Shawn French for a raw and hilarious look at what it really takes to win, on and off the field. From getting beat up by his older brothers to building a football...

From NFL Star to Youth Savior: Marlin Jackson’s Mission to Heal Trauma

Episode Overview: From NFL Star to Youth Savior: Marlin Jackson’s Mission to Heal Trauma Super Bowl champion Marlin Jackson opens up about surviving childhood trauma, picking off Tom Brady in the AFC Championship, and why he created a tech-driven movement to save kids...

Reversing Aging and Living Longer with Bryan Johnson

Episode Overview: Reversing Aging and Living Longer with Bryan Johnson: The Blueprint for Longevity In this episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with longevity expert Bryan Johnson, the creator of the Don't Die Summit and founder of Blueprint....

FuelFest: Tyrese Gibson & Cody Walker

Episode Overview: Fuel Fest 2025: Tyrese & Cody Open Up About Paul Walker, Car Culture, and Raising $700k for Charity In this emotional and inspiring episode of 'The Determined Society', Tyrese Gibson, Cody Walker, and Shawn French discuss the legacy of Paul...

‘Beyond The Rush’: Mena Suvari, Bill Barrett & Robert Sayegh

Episode Overview: Behind the Scenes of Oscar-Worthy Film 'Beyond The Rush': Mena Suvari, Bill Barrett & Robert Sayegh In this episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with writer and director Robert Sayegh, along with actors Mena Suvari and...

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Unlocking Your Fitness Potential with Josiah Novak

Unlocking Your Fitness Potential with Josiah Novak

Episode Overview: Unlocking Your Fitness Potential with Josiah Novak: The Power of Consistency and Self-Belief Listen Now on Apple > Stream on Spotify > In this episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French interviews fitness expert Josiah Novak. Discover...

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Training High-Performance Athletes

Training High-Performance Athletes

Episode Overview: Training High-Performance Athletes with Giovanna Giancola | The Omni Performance Institute Listen Now > Welcome to another episode of The Determined Society Podcast! Join us as we dive into an inspiring interview with Giovanna Giancola at the Omni...

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Mindset Mastery: Joe Pavich Jr.

Mindset Mastery: Joe Pavich Jr.

Episode Overview: Mindset Mastery: Joe Pavich Jr. Shares His Journey to $1.9 Billion in Sales Listen Now > In this episode of "The Determined Society," host Shawn French converses with accomplished real estate professional Joe Pavich Jr. The episode highlights how...

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Rising from the Trenches: John Huffman

Rising from the Trenches: John Huffman

Episode Overview: Rising from the Trenches: John Huffman’s Journey from Struggle to Success on The Determined Society Listen Now > In the latest episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French interviews John Huffman, a local entrepreneur and CEO of Huffman's...

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Finding Hidden Gems with Travis Wallace

Finding Hidden Gems with Travis Wallace

Episode Overview: Finding Hidden Gems with Travis Wallace: Uncovering the Best-kept Secrets and Unexpected Adventures Listen Now > In this dynamic episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French engages in an inspiring conversation with Travis Wallace, a...

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