The Determined Society
A Top U.S. Podcast
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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From Heartbreak to the Gridiron: Noel Devine’s Journey of Resilience
Episode Overview: In this powerful episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Noel Devine, a former standout football player whose life story transcends the boundaries of the gridiron. Noel's journey is one marked by profound loss, remarkable...
Special Edition- TDS Orlando Roadshow with Legacy Pro Sports
Episode Highlights: Join us for a special live episode recorded at The Legacy Pro Sports charity event, where we engage in a powerful conversation about the critical importance of mental health support for former athletes. Our esteemed guests include former NFL stars...
The Power of Community in Battling Cancer with Jace Yawnick
Jace Yawnick, a cancer survivor, shares his journey of battling cancer and how he is inspiring others through his platform. He talks about the emotional experience of writing his will with his father and the realization that material possessions don't matter compared...
Unstoppable Determination: Chris Mazza’s Path to Major League Baseball
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Chris Mazza, a professional Major League Baseball pitcher, to delve into his remarkable journey of determination and perseverance. Chris Mazza, despite being considered undersized for a professional athlete, defied the odds...
Focusing on the Work, Not the Reward with Dr. Eric Thomas
The conversation between Shawn French and ET revolves around the themes of determination, clarity, and personal growth. Dr. Eric Thomas Eric Thomas, Ph.D., is a critically acclaimed author, World-renowned speaker, educator, pastor, and audible.com Audie Awards...
The Journey of The Determined Society with Shawn French
Listen Now > In this episode, Shawn French reflects on the journey of his podcast, The Determined Society, and announces exciting changes and developments for the future. He expresses gratitude to his listeners and shares how the show started as a small hobby and...
From Homeless To The NFL with Freddie Stevenson
Listen Now > Summary In this episode, Shawn French interviews Freddy Stevenson, a former NCAA football national champion and NFL player. Freddy shares his inspiring story of growing up in a homeless family and facing adversity. He talks about his journey from...
Resilience & Radiance: A Journey of Overcoming with Jessica Weaver
Listen Now > In this conversation, host Shawn French interviews Jessica Weaver, also known as Jesse cakes, about her journey of overcoming challenges, including cervical cancer and domestic abuse. They discuss the importance of being a positive role model,...
Authenticity Unleashed: Navigating Adversity, Overcoming Failure, and Embracing Change with Marques Ogden
Listen Now > In this conversation, Shawn French and Marques Ogden discuss the importance of authenticity, embracing change, and overcoming failure. They emphasize the need to be true to oneself and connect with others genuinely. They also highlight the significance...
Journey of a Cancer Survivor: Jody Younker’s Story Addressing Trauma and Healing for Success
Listen Now > Jody Yonker shares her journey as a cancer survivor, discussing the emotional impact, family dynamics, and the transition from corporate life to entrepreneurship. Shawn French reflects on his own health scare and the challenges of corporate culture....
Exposure or Exposed?
Listen now! Shawn French In this show Shawn French gets perfectly clear on what is broken within youth sports. I go into great detail as to what I truly believe the issues are and I also explain that I AM NOT against Travel Ball or Showcases. What I AM AGAINST is it...
Navigating Fame: Kelly Chase’s Inspiring Path to Prioritizing Mental Health
Listen Now > Join entrepreneur and reality TV star from Netflix Love is Blind, Kelly Chase as she confronts her deepest insecurities and fights to reclaim her worth, inspiring listeners to prioritize mental health and self-care in the face of overnight fame and...
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