The Determined Society with Shawn French | Mindset, Adversity & Growth

What happens when you stop negotiating with yourself and start doing what you said you were going to do?

In the first-ever Dose of Determination, Shawn French breaks down a simple but powerful truth: real change starts by keeping the promises you make to yourself.

Determination is not about waiting for motivation. It is about showing up when you are tired, frustrated, overwhelmed, or simply do not feel like doing the work.

Whether your promise is getting to the gym, starting the business, making the extra sales calls, improving your health, or being more present with your family, every promise you keep builds confidence, discipline, and self-trust.

In this episode, Shawn shares why discipline matters more than motivation, why self-shame does not create growth, and why becoming the person capable of achieving your goals starts with what you do today.

Ask yourself:

What is the one thing I keep telling myself I am going to do but continue putting off?

Make the promise. Keep the promise.

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In the new episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Justin Colby, real estate investor, entrepreneur, coach, speaker, and podcast host, for a powerful conversation on failure, discipline, fatherhood, wealth, health, ego, and what it really takes to keep going when life knocks everything out from under you.

The episode dives into different chapters of Justin’s life, including:

• Losing everything during the market crash
• Sleeping on a friend’s couch with no car, no money, and no place to live
• Making 100 phone calls a day for months with almost no results
• Growing up with alcoholic parents and building a “so what, now what?” mentality
• The five laws of success
• Removing time expectations from your goals
• Why most people quit too soon
• Fatherhood, marriage, pressure, and the weight men carry
• Building businesses through KPIs, sales, and relentless execution
• The hardest financial year of his life in 2024
• Ego, humility, and rebuilding with clarity
• Health, longevity, wealth, and planning for the long game
• Why happiness, family, and freedom matter more than chasing more

This conversation goes beyond real estate and entrepreneurship. It is about scars, resilience, discipline, clarity, and the kind of determination it takes to keep moving forward when there is no easy way out.

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In the new episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Daria Berenato for a powerful conversation on reinvention, identity, WWE, entrepreneurship, authenticity, trauma, healing, and building life without permission.

The episode dives into different chapters of Daria’s life, including:

• Growing up with a drive for independence
• The South Jersey “shut up and do it” mentality
• Launching Demon and the meaning behind Built Without Permission
• Being doubted and still choosing to show up
• Walking into an MMA gym as a teenage girl
• Becoming the first female WWE talent with an MMA background
• Coming out on national television
• Living authentically and helping others feel seen
• Losing her WWE identity after ten years
• Winning a championship, tearing her ACL, and not getting renewed
• Healing, ayahuasca, and learning to let things flow
• Surviving a terrifying home invasion and stalking incident
• PTSD, safety, and the deeper story behind Demon
• Reinvention, purpose, and finding her fire again

This conversation goes beyond wrestling and entertainment. It is about identity, courage, heartbreak, authenticity, healing, and the determination to keep building even when life strips away the version of you that everyone knew.

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In the new episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Jay Roberts for a powerful conversation on adoption, ambition, Wall Street, failure, rebuilding, real estate, health, family, and what it really means to play the long game.

The episode dives into different chapters of Jay’s life, including:

• Being adopted from Korea and raised in America
• Growing up with a single mother and no safety net
• Turning insecurity into drive
• Losing family during the financial crisis
• Why success is built through process, not shortcuts
• The power of writing goals down
• Building a vision for your life, family, and business
• Wall Street, investment banking, and extreme work ethic
• Public failure and starting over in Miami
• Real estate, big deals, and thinking bigger
• Health, longevity, and quality of life
• Family, presence, freedom, and what really matters

This conversation goes beyond money and business. It is about process, resilience, ownership, health, family, and building a life that is not just successful on paper, but meaningful in real life.

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Ulysses "Uly Monster" Diaz broke cycles of adversity, prison, and street life by walking into a boxing gym at 35. In this raw conversation, he opens up about breaking norms, fatherhood, faith, and the discipline that transformed his identity. One of combat sports' fastest knockout artists shares how accountability and daily discipline changed everything.

 Together, we dive into:

• Growing up in Miami with no male role models

• Learning to fight at six years old

• Street life, prison, and the consequences of bad choices

• Touring with Pitbull and still trying to find his path

• The moment he asked God to pull him out

• Starting his fight career at 35

• The discipline and accountability of the boxing gym

• One of the fastest knockouts in combat sports history

• Fatherhood, marriage, faith, and family

• His son’s cancer battle and what it taught him

• Why consistency is the key to changing your life

• Letting go of people who cannot grow with you

This episode is about redemption, faith, fatherhood, consequences, discipline, and the determination to stop repeating the past and become the man your family needs you to be. Watch the full episode now on The Determined Society

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Adversity and loss can destroy families—or forge them. Susan Malzoni shares how protecting her peace, preserving family energy, and building intentional wellness habits became her path to honoring her son and late husband Victor. In this raw conversation, discover the discipline, boundaries, and purpose-driven mindset that transformed grief into a blueprint for lasting resilience and connection.

This conversation explores what it means to speak kindly to yourself, move through fear, protect your energy, and choose purpose even in life’s hardest seasons.

In this episode, we dive into:

• Protecting your energy and keeping your circle aligned
• Why connection at home matters
• Women, insecurity, confidence, and support
• Men’s mental health and emotional expression
• Health, wellness, supplements, and biohacking culture
• Speaking kindly to your body and practicing gratitude
• The difference between motivation and determination
• Taking fear out of decision-making
• Grief, resilience, and moving forward after loss
• Honoring Victor’s legacy through dogs and rescue work
• Relationships, shared passions, and creating a meaningful life

This episode is a powerful reminder that healing does not always mean hiding from pain. Sometimes it means choosing purpose, protecting your peace, loving what still remains, and finding the positive even in life’s hardest moments.

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Eric Spofford survived five overdoses and rebuilt his entire life through discipline and spiritual growth. In this raw conversation, he reveals the moment of surrender that led to sobriety on December 7, 2006—and how the habits forged in recovery became the competitive edge that built and sold a $115 million enterprise. A masterclass in overcoming obstacles, breaking limiting beliefs, and turning adversity into actionable discipline.

In this episode, we dive into:

• Eric's fifth overdose and the reality of late-stage addiction
• Getting sober on December 7, 2006
• What surrender really meant for him
• The difference between abstinence and true recovery
• Losing friends to the opioid epidemic
• Building sober houses and treatment centers
• Scaling a recovery business to a $115M exit
• Learning business through relentless self-education
• The loneliness that comes with success
• Why money and material things do not create fulfillment
• Fatherhood, character, loyalty, and human connection

This is a raw conversation about addiction, recovery, loss, leadership, success, money, loneliness, and the determination to rebuild a life that once felt impossible to save.

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Karlton Dennis, CEO of Tax Alchemy and former athlete turned tax strategist, reveals the discipline and identity shift required to build lasting wealth. In this conversation, Shawn French and Karlton explore the mental toughness that helped him transition from sports to entrepreneurship, the tax strategies high-earners use to keep more of what they make, and how breaking norms around money shapes your financial legacy. A powerful conversation on discipline, overcoming obstacles, and the authentic conversations that change lives.

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On The Determined Society, authentic conversations and hard questions separate growth from stagnation. Ben Swann—journalist, truth-seeker, and cultural disruptor—sits down with Shawn French to explore why asking difficult questions takes real discipline, how breaking norms demands determination, and what happens when you refuse to accept surface-level answers. Discover the mental strength it takes to challenge the status quo and the resilience required to stand by your convictions. Perfect for anyone tired of shallow discourse and ready to dig deeper.

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Jake "Brutal" Bostwick's adversity turned discipline. Growing up surrounded by violence in Southeast London, he reveals how overcoming failure and hardship became his greatest assets. In this raw conversation, Jake unpacks the discipline techniques, mindset shifts, and unforgiving lessons that transformed survival instinct into elite fighting performance—and why loss was never the end.

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When adversity strikes, most people rebuild alone. In this raw conversation, Shawn French sits with Tyrese Gibson and Cody Walker to explore how breaking norms and authentic faith transformed grief into FuelFest—a global movement celebrating car culture, music, and human connection. Discover what it really means to build something bigger than yourself when loss threatens to define you, and how overcoming obstacles through determination creates lasting legacy.

 In this episode, we dive into:

• The story and mission behind FuelFest 

• Honoring Paul Walker’s legacy through action 

• How Reach Out Worldwide continues Paul’s heart for helping people

 • Why cars and music bring people together across cultures 

• Building a global community through passion and purpose 

• Cody Walker’s journey after losing Paul 

• Tyrese Gibson on faith, determination, and doing something with your life 

• Why you do not need to have everything figured out to start

 • The power of showing up, failing, learning, and moving forward

 • Creating experiences that impact people far beyond the event This is more than a conversation about cars, movies, or music. 

It is a conversation about legacy, brotherhood, purpose, service, and the determination to create something that continues to impact the world.

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In this inspiring episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Chad Willardson, founder of Pacific Capital, six-time author, husband, father of five, and one of the most respected voices in wealth management and leadership. Chad shares the courageous decision that changed his life forever, walking away from a successful career at Merrill Lynch with no safety net to build a company rooted in integrity, purpose, and people over profits. Today, Chad Willardson manages more than $1.5 billion in assets, but Chad reveals that his greatest success has never been measured by money. From overcoming fear and rejection to building elite teams, protecting company culture, prioritizing family, and turning down millions to stay true to his values, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone determined to build a meaningful life. 

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Overcoming obstacles isn't just about external circumstances, it's about discipline, accountability, and choosing redemption. Michael Franzese, a former Colombo crime captain who walked away from the mob to build a life rooted in faith and family, joins Shawn French to unpack the mindset shift required to break norms, embrace adversity as growth, and redefine what true strength looks like. Discover how controlling the controllables and unwavering discipline became his path to transformation.

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Bedros Keuilian—founder of Fit Body Boot Camp and creator of The Project—joins Shawn French for a raw conversation on determination, adversity, and breaking limiting beliefs. From arriving in America as an immigrant child on welfare to building a $100M+ fitness empire, Bedros shares how he reframed trauma and bullying into fuel for leadership, fatherhood, and becoming the man he needed to become. This is a masterclass in overcoming obstacles and transforming survival mode into unstoppable discipline.

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Trevor Bauer, 2020 Cy Young Award winner, opens up about discipline, adversity, and the moment public judgment changed everything. In this raw conversation, Trevor reveals how an engineering mindset, relentless work ethic, and refusal to quit shaped his rise from UCLA to the Majors—and how he's rebuilding after controversy tested his mental resilience. Discover the discipline techniques and mindset shifts that separate champions who come back from those who don't.

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Phil Daru reveals how elite performance, discipline, and overcoming obstacles aren't separate pursuits—they're interconnected. As a coach to world-class athletes and founders, he unpacks the discipline techniques that separate legends from everyone else, how he's coached through adversity, and why breaking norms in your daily habits is the only path to building real, lasting determination. A raw conversation on purpose-driven resilience.

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The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Growing up with no friends and losing her father before coming out, Blaire White faced obstacles most can't imagine. By 32, she'd amassed 400 million views, toured nationally, and appeared on Fox News — all while navigating relentless judgment. In this raw conversation, Blaire reveals how she broke cultural norms to live authentically, the mental resilience required to overcome obstacles in the public eye, and what it truly costs to be misunderstood. A masterclass in overcoming adversity through unapologetic identity.

IN THIS EPISODE:

- Growing up in Chico — bullied, isolated, and writing her way out

- Losing her father right before coming out as transgender

- Dropping out of college to bet everything on honesty

- The price of being rejected by the left AND the right simultaneously

- Her first Fox News appearance and what mainstream visibility actually feels like

- The spiritual awakening she had in 2024 — and what changed after it

- How she handles public humiliation, mistakes, and being factually wrong

- The quiet grief of discovering she couldn't have children

- What "determined" means when no map exists for who you are

ABOUT BLAIRE WHITE

Blaire White is a YouTuber, political commentator, and host of The Blaire White 

Project podcast. With over 1.5 million subscribers and 400+ million views, she 

has been featured in Penthouse, profiled by The Washington Post, and was the first 

openly transgender woman in Penthouse's history. She is the definition of building 

something from nothing — on her own terms, without permission.

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From Hurricane Katrina survivor to IV heroin addict to Redcon1 founder—Aaron Singerman's story reveals how daily discipline and breaking norms rebuilds identity from rock bottom. In this raw conversation, Shawn unpacks the specific habits, mindset shifts, and relentless determination that transformed survival instincts into a supplement empire. No motivational fluff—just what real adversity recovery and long-term discipline actually cost.

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WHAT WE COVER

→ Growing up in New Orleans and early lessons from his father's clothing store

→ Hurricane Katrina — what forced displacement and starting over really feels like

→ Falling into intravenous heroin and cocaine addiction and the losses that followed

→ How bodybuilding and fitness became the lifeline that changed everything

→ Breaking into bodybuilding media at RxMuscle under Dave Palumbo

→ Co-founding Blackstone Labs and where things went wrong

→ Launching REDCON1 — and the military mission behind the name

→ Building a global supplement empire from scratch, twice

→ The federal indictment, guilty plea, and what prison actually taught him

→ Writing his memoir behind bars and the mindset that kept him going

→ Fatherhood, legacy, and raising three boys while rebuilding everything

→ What real determination looks like when no one is watching

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CONNECT WITH AARON SINGERMAN

📖 Memoir — RedCon Rising: And Falling. And Rising Again.

🌐 Website: https://aaronsingerman.com

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👤 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aaron.singerman/

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-singerman-b6a03a35

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CONNECT WITH SHAWN FRENCH

🔗 All links: https://ln.run/AMgIt

If you have ever been knocked down, counted out, or forced to start over — this episode is proof that rock bottom is not the end of the story.

Leave a review, share this episode with someone who needs it, and subscribe so you never miss a conversation with someone who refused to quit.

— Shawn French

The Determined Society

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Skip Bertman walked into LSU with zero national championships and a culture still being built. Now, decades later, the legendary coach sits down with Shawn French alongside former Tigers Ryan Theriot and Blair Barbier to reveal how discipline, brotherhood, and unwavering character standards turned a losing program into a dynasty. In this raw conversation, Skip breaks down the non-negotiable habits that build champions—and why that same mentality applies to overcoming obstacles in business and life. 

Don't forget to get a copy of his book at https://www.skipbertman.net/tds

 

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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When a two-year-old tells her 315-pound father "I don't want you to die," everything changes. Anthony Lolli was a millionaire at 23 running 800 real estate agents across NYC—mansion, Rolls-Royce, the life. Then adversity stripped it all bare: his body, his business, his identity. Hear how he rebuilt with cellular-level discipline, broke the norms of entrepreneurial excess, and discovered that true determination starts with one honest conversation.

In this episode, Shawn French sits down with Anthony and TereZa to talk about:

• The biohacking protocols that transformed Anthony's body and mindset
• How TereZa reversed hormonal collapse and became a world champion
• Longevity, healthspan, and the testing that actually matters
• Sleep optimization and stress as a silent killer
• Biological dentistry and what your mouth is telling your body
• Raising children to think like entrepreneurs and investors
• The lawsuits, the fall, the federal racketeering claim — and what really happened
• What Biohack Yourself Media is building and why it matters now

This is not a highlight reel. This is the whole story — the rises, the falls, and the relentless determination to rebuild.

Connect with me: https://ln.run/AMgIt 

Connect with Anthony & TereZa Lolli: 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anthonylolli/ 
https://www.instagram.com/terezalolli/ 
Website: https://www.biohackyourself.com/ 
 

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Tyler Filmore shares how overcoming obstacles in the music industry taught him the power of determination and breaking norms. From refusing to quit when success didn't match his timeline to landing a Pitbull collaboration through one random performance, Tyler reveals the mindset shifts that separate those who persist from those who quit. Raw, authentic, and actionable—for anyone betting on themselves.

Key Takeaways 

-Success often comes from opportunities that look small at first. 

-Most people stop because the journey doesn’t match their expectations. 

-Staying authentic creates long-term fulfillment, even if growth is slower. 

-You don’t know who is watching when you show up and perform at your best. 

-Taking smart risks is often the price of reaching another level. 

-Comparison can destroy momentum if you let it. 

-Fatherhood can sharpen purpose and change priorities.

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Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench

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The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Determination. Adversity. Discipline. Mindset.
Most people want to heal—but very few are willing to face the adversity it takes to rebuild trust, set boundaries, and develop the discipline to choose themselves. Real growth happens when your mindset shifts from surviving to taking control.

In this episode, Jana Kramer opens up about healing from trauma, learning to trust herself again, and building the determination and mental toughness required to stop repeating the same patterns. This conversation is about developing high performance habits, choosing consistency over motivation, and having the courage to say no—even when it’s uncomfortable.

If you’ve ever struggled with trust, boundaries, or walking away from what no longer serves you, this episode will challenge your mindset, strengthen your discipline, and show you how to move forward with real determination through adversity.

• Adversity is where real healing begins—it forces growth and self-awareness
• Determination is choosing yourself, even when it’s uncomfortable
• Discipline is what keeps you from falling back into old patterns
• Your mindset determines whether you stay stuck or move forward
• Boundaries are built through mental toughness, not guilt
• Consistency over motivation is key to long-term healing
• Trusting yourself is the foundation of real confidence and freedom

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Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench

Jana Kramer - https://www.instagram.com/kramergirl/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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Most people talk about chasing their dreams—but very few have the determination and discipline to sacrifice everything when adversity strikes. In this episode, rising country artist Coey Red reveals the exact moment he chose commitment over comfort, and shares the three tactical strategies he used to transform obstacles into unstoppable momentum. Discover the mindset shifts that separate dreamers from doers.

• If you don’t go all in on yourself, nobody else will—determination has to come first
• Rejection is often protection that builds your mindset and direction
• You only truly fail when you quit—adversity is part of the process
• Success comes from action, not perfection—discipline beats hesitation
• Authenticity builds real connection and long-term success
• Trusting your journey requires mental toughness and belief
• The hardest seasons are where determination and growth are forged

*Socials*

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Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-society-with-shawn-french/id1555922064

YouTube- 

Coey Redd - https://www.instagram.com/coeyredd/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Most people see success, but they don’t see the adversity, discipline, and relentless determination it takes to get there. What looks like overnight success is really years of rejection that build the mindset and mental toughness required to last.

In this episode, Tony Goldwyn shares the reality of breaking into Hollywood, the power of committing fully, and how adversity shapes your determination, discipline, and long-term success. This is about developing high performance habits, choosing consistency over motivation, and staying locked in when most people would quit.

If you’ve ever felt like quitting, this conversation will challenge your mindset, strengthen your mental toughness, and remind you that adversity is the path—not the obstacle.

Key Takeaways 

• Most successful people fail far more than they win—but determination keeps them going
• The difference is they stay disciplined and don’t stop when it gets hard
• Commitment eliminates “what if” and builds real mental toughness
• Adversity isn’t a stop sign—it’s where determination is built
• Purpose fuels consistency more than motivation ever will
• If you don’t go all in, you’ll never fully test your potential or your mindset

*Socials*

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Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-society-with-shawn-french/id1555922064

Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench

Tony Goldwyn - https://www.instagram.com/tonygoldwyn/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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Most people see adversity as a stop sign, but it’s actually an invitation to grow. 

In this episode, Shawn breaks down how hard seasons expose your habits, force you to build discipline, and shape you into the person you need to become. 

If you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or tempted to quit, this message will help you shift your mindset and move forward.

Key Takeaways 

-Adversity reveals who you are and where you need to grow

-The work beneath the surface is the real win

-Confidence is built by keeping your word to yourself

-Systems and daily habits create relief during hard seasons

-The outcome matters less than who you become in the process

*Socials*

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Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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She built a thriving fashion business… then faced the kind of adversity that forces you to discover your true determination.
What she lost overnight became the exact moment that tested whether she would break—or rebuild.

In this episode, Diana Mahrach shares how she went from multiple stores in New York to survival mode during COVID, and how she fought her way back.

This is a raw, powerful story about resilience, staying in your lane, and never quitting when everything falls apart.

Key Takeaways 

-Losing everything doesn’t mean the journey is over—it’s often the reset.

-Staying in your own lane is a competitive advantage.

-Action beats ego—do whatever it takes to survive and rebuild.

-Creativity requires peace—protect your mental space.

-True entrepreneurs adapt fast (even if that means selling something completely different).

*Socials*

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Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-society-with-shawn-french/id1555922064

Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench

Diana Mahrach - https://www.instagram.com/dianavasquezmahrach/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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Adversity isn't a setback—it's your setup. When LaMyiah Pearlinia lost her job, she faced an identity crisis that forced her to rebuild from zero. In this raw conversation, she reveals how losing everything became the exact catalyst for finding real discipline, purpose, and what she's truly called to do. A candid exploration of career pivots, mental resilience, and trusting God through uncertainty.

Key Takeaways:

• Losing your job isn’t failure — it’s adversity redirecting you toward where your determination is meant to take you.
• Staying authentic requires the discipline and determination to walk away from what doesn’t align.
• Fear shows up when your identity is shaken through adversity, but determination is what steadies you.
• You can’t step into purpose without the discipline and determination to stop chasing someone else’s vision.
• Sometimes adversity forces surrender so your determination can be rebuilt the right way.
• Peace is often the reward on the other side of disciplined, determined decisions.

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Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-society-with-shawn-french/id1555922064

Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench

LaMyiah Pearlinia - https://www.instagram.com/lamyiahptv/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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Explore a cultural perspective on breaking norms in traditional health approaches as Shawn French sits down with Dr. Sophia Hadar to uncover what traditional medicine often misses. From hidden imbalances to deeper root causes, this conversation challenges how we think about true health. You can look healthy on the outside and still be struggling internally. 

Key Takeaways 

-Looking fit doesn’t mean your body is functioning optimally

-Traditional medicine often treats symptoms—not root causes

-Fatigue, inflammation, and imbalance can exist even in “healthy” people

-True health requires a deeper look at lifestyle, environment, and internal systems

-Awareness is the first step to actually fixing what’s going on

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Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-society-with-shawn-french/id1555922064

Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench

Dr. Sophia Hadar - https://www.instagram.com/dr.hadarsophia/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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The pressure behind every success story nobody talks about. In this raw conversation, Shawn French and Pat Sitkins explore cultural perspectives on entrepreneurship, breaking norms around success, and the hidden cost of determination. From family sacrifice and leadership loneliness to the psychological toll of building, this episode uncovers the untold truth about adversity in business—and why the struggle matters more than the win.

Key Takeaways 

-Building something meaningful comes with pressure no one prepares you for.

-Success impacts your family more than people realize.

-You can’t balance everything—prioritization is required (Four Burner Theory).

-Determination is doing the work even when you don’t feel like it.

-The hardest seasons often come right before major breakthroughs.

Connect with Shawn:

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theshawnfrench

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/476624146831479?checkpoint_src=any

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5kS9tkLGQLcVyRgB3mDznw

Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-determined-society-with-shawn-french/id1555922064

Linkme - https://link.me/theshawnfrench

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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Doug Bopst shares his journey of breaking norms and cultural transformation through personal struggle with addiction and landing himself incarcerated.

What started as fear and addiction turned into discipline, purpose, and a complete identity shift.

Key Takeaways

-Hitting rock bottom forced him to take full accountability for his life.

-Jail became the environment that built discipline and new habits.

-Real transformation starts when you separate from your old identity.

-Confidence is built by doing hard things consistently, not motivation.

-Turning pain into purpose is the key to long-term success and fulfillment.

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The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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Donnie Keller, owner of Ionic Fitness in Bonita Springs and founder of Wilson's Fit Futures, reveals how discipline and cultural perspective transform kids' lives. In this episode, we explore youth mental health, breaking norms in fitness education, and how building habits early becomes the ultimate adversity-breaker. Learn actionable strategies to help young people develop confidence and determination through fitness and nutrition—a conversation every parent needs to hear.

Key Takeaways

-Fitness builds confidence, discipline, and mental health for kids

-Parents who lead by example raise healthier, stronger children

-Small daily habits determine long-term health and success

-Progress, not perfection, is the key to sustainable fitness

-Community support can change the future for the next generation

Connect with me :

https://link.me/theshawnfrench?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY2s9TipS1cPaEZZ9h692pnV-rlsO-lzvK6LSFGtkKZ53WvtCAYTKY7lmQ_aem_OY08g381oa759QqTr7iPGA

Donnie Keller

https://www.instagram.com/d3keller/

Wilson's Fit Futures

https://www.instagram.com/wilsonsfitfutures/

Ionic Fitness

https://www.instagram.com/ionicfitness/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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At 33, Jessie Morales heard words that rewire everything: "You have Stage 3 breast cancer." In this raw conversation, Jessie shares how adversity and a life-changing diagnosis forced her to rebuild her identity, develop unshakeable mental toughness, and break norms around what wellness really means. A powerful story on overcoming obstacles and consciousness transformation—exactly what listeners facing their own adversity need to hear.

Key Takeaways

-Cancer Can Happen at Any Age

-Preparing the Body and Mind for the Fight

-Turning Pain Into Purpose by Sharing the Journey

-The Power of a Supportive Partner

-Choosing Presence Over Fear

Connect with me:

All Links- https://link.me/shawnmf32

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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Vulnerability isn't weakness—it's the discipline that builds determination. Shawn French sits down with entrepreneur David Waldy to unpack fatherhood, identity, and why authentic conversations are the missing piece in modern masculine culture. Discover how honest dialogue breaks norms, deepens resilience, and creates the real strength today's fathers need. A raw conversation on overcoming obstacles through genuine human connection.

Key Takeaways

-Many men struggle because they lack vulnerable conversations with other men.

-Real strength comes from honesty, emotional awareness, and accountability.

-Success often requires subtracting distractions rather than adding more tasks.

-Self-trust is built by consistently keeping the promises you make to yourself.

-Your potential may be huge, but your capacity must grow over time to sustain it.

-Comparison destroys progress because everyone is moving toward different destinations.

Connect with me :

All Links- https://link.me/shawnmf32

David Waldy

https://www.instagram.com/davidwaldy/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Radical responsibility isn't about blame—it's the mindset shift that separates people who overcome obstacles from those who stay stuck. TV host and author Christy Primmer reveals how discipline becomes the foundation for real life transformation. Shawn French explores the accountability framework that rewires your identity, the daily discipline practices that actually stick, and why taking ownership of your mindset is the most powerful move you can make. Raw, actionable, and transformative.

Key Takeaways

-Radical responsibility is the starting point for real personal transformation.

-You cannot improve your life from a place of shame or self-hatred.

-Visualization works when you feel the outcome and release attachment to the timeline.

-Discipline means doing what you said you would do even when you don’t feel like it.

-Success often requires becoming the person capable of sustaining what you want.

-Determination is quiet persistence when no one else sees the work being done.

Connect with me :

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Christy Primmer

https://www.instagram.com/christy_primmer/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know.

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Young men face a silent crisis: absent mentors, broken cultural norms, and no roadmap for resilience. Therapist Trey Tucker and Shawn French dig into why fatherlessness and lack of discipline are reshaping a generation—and what leaders, entrepreneurs, and fathers can do to rebuild it. Raw strategies for reclaiming mental health and purpose, starting now.

Key Takeaways

-Many young men today feel lost because they lack strong male role models.

-Emotional control and self-awareness are critical skills for modern fathers.

-Internal “injuries” from the past shape how men react in the present.

-Strong families require both masculine and feminine leadership.

-Discipline and purpose help men build confidence and resilience.

-Mentorship and community can change the trajectory of a young man’s life.

Connect with me :

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Trey Tucker

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The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Mental health, not perfection, is the real foundation of resilience. In this raw episode, Francesca Scerbo breaks down her journey from anorexia and body dysmorphia to discovering how the fitness industry's toxic discipline destroys mental toughness first. She reveals why hormonal balance, breaking norms around diet culture, and rebuilding your relationship with your body are the actual keys to overcoming adversity—and becoming truly determined.

Key Takeaways

-Your mindset and self-love are the foundation of lasting health.

-Bioindividuality matters because no nutrition plan works for everyone.

-Strength training is essential for hormones, metabolism, and longevity.

-Inflammation and gut health impact both physical and mental well-being.

-Sustainable health comes from balance, not extreme diets.

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What happens when the thing that defines you disappears?

In this behind-the-scenes Pulse episode, Shawn French opens up about losing his identity after baseball and how that collapse became the catalyst for purpose, growth, and reinvention.

This conversation dives deep into discomfort, community, and why embracing change is the key to building the life you truly want.

Key Takeaways

-Losing your purpose can lead to finding your true calling.

-Discomfort is necessary for real growth.

-Community and relationships accelerate success.

-Manifestation requires action and emotional belief.

-Failure often redirects you to better opportunities.

-Fear of change keeps most people stuck.

-Doing hard things daily strengthens your mindset.

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Pat Sitkins

https://www.instagram.com/patsitkins/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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After 33 years building a prestigious journalism career, Gayle Guyardo made a shocking choice: walk away to embrace authenticity. In this raw conversation, she reveals the breaking point, the fear of losing identity, and what it actually takes to break limiting beliefs and step into your true self. This is a masterclass in overcoming obstacles most people never admit they face—and finding discipline in uncertainty.

Key Takeaways

-Authenticity builds trust and long-term success.

-Identity shifts are necessary for personal growth.

-Building community creates lasting influence.

-Faith gives confidence during uncertain seasons.

-Real conversations are missing in today’s culture.

-Serving others creates purpose and fulfillment.

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Gayle Guyardo

https://www.instagram.com/gayleguyardotv/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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In this raw episode, host Shawn French sits down with Daria Berenato—professional wrestler, actress, producer, and former WWE superstar—to unpack the real formula for success. Beyond the championship belts and Hollywood roles, Daria reveals how breaking norms, discipline techniques, and authenticity became her competitive edge. Expect a deep dive into overcoming failure, rebuilding identity after adversity, and the daily habits that fuel long-term determination. Perfect for athletes and entrepreneurs navigating their own comeback stories.

Key Takeaways

-Success comes from consistency and discipline, not motivation.

-Momentum builds confidence and leads to bigger opportunities.

-Authenticity and being yourself create real connection and impact.

-Healing past trauma unlocks growth and clarity.

-Determination is doing what you said you would long after the emotion fades.

-Trusting your intuition and staying obedient to your purpose leads to fulfillment.

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The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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After a vaccine-triggered seizure disorder in her late 20s, Zoe Karli transformed adversity into determination, building Zeta Body to help others reclaim cellular health. In this raw conversation, Shawn French uncovers how overcoming obstacles became the blueprint for discipline, the mindset shifts that saved her career, and why authentic health conversations matter now more than ever. Discover actionable strategies for resilience when life changes overnight.

Key Takeaways

-You always have a choice in how you respond to adversity.

-Resilience is built through repeated hardship.

-Determination is quiet, consistent action, not noise.

-Even chronic illness doesn’t remove your purpose.

-Discipline and structure create strength over time.

-Getting out of your own way changes everything.

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Zoe Karli

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In this powerful live episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Derek Carlson, CEO of MVP Realty, to share a life-altering story of survival, faith, and transformation.

After suffering three heart attacks in 2023, Derek was forced to confront the reality that success without health, systems, and purpose leads to collapse. Speaking in front of 500+ people at Mind Your Business 3, he walks through his near-death experience, rebuilding his health, redesigning his business, strengthening his faith, and creating a new operating system for life built on Mindset, Vision, and Purpose (MVP).

Derek also shares how completing 75 Hard, losing 65 pounds, quitting alcohol, and embracing non-negotiables helped him reclaim his life , and inspired his upcoming book, Unlock Your MVP, releasing March 15.

Key Takeaways

-Health is more important than money or status.

-Success without systems collapses under pressure.

-A vision that ignores health will eventually fail.

-Purpose must be bigger than money and titles.

-Faith can be rebuilt even after doubt and confusion.

-Consistency beats motivation every time.

-Real change happens after the wake-up call.

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Derek Carlson

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The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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In this episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with entrepreneur, author, and Members Only Palm Beach star Taja Abitbol to talk about manifestation, fearless action, and building a life without waiting for the perfect plan.

Taja shares how she built multiple businesses, opened restaurants in New York and Las Vegas, and launched her wellness brand by trusting her instincts, embracing risk, and learning through experience.

The conversation dives into resilience, family influence, mindset, manifestation, and why determination often means jumping first and figuring it out along the way.

Key Takeaways

-You don’t need a perfect plan to start something meaningful.

-Manifestation requires belief plus consistent action.

-Resilience is built through failures and setbacks.

-Success often comes from trusting your instincts.

-Determination is a daily decision to keep moving forward.

-Focusing on positive energy attracts better outcomes.

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Taja Abitbol

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The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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In this episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Emmy-winning producer and Amazing Race Season 2 winner Alex Boylan, creator of the hit series The College Tour and author of his new memoir The Miles That Make You.

Alex shares how growing up with nothing, embracing discomfort, and chasing adventure shaped his entire life; from traveling the world for free to building a show that helps students find the right path in education.

Key Takeaways

-Your past doesn’t define you; your choices do.

-Growth happens when you get comfortable being uncomfortable.

-Education is valuable when it aligns with your path and ROI.

-Hard experiences build resilience and character.

-Community and connection matter more than ever.

-Action and consistency create real impact over time.

-The weight you carry shapes who you become.

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Alex Boylan

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In this powerful episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with entrepreneur and media powerhouse Hala Taha, founder of Young and Profiting and CEO of YAP Media.

Hala shares the raw truth behind being rejected, blackballed from the radio industry, and feeling like the “black sheep” of a high-achieving family, only to later build a podcast and media empire generating over $1M in sponsorship revenue.

Key Takeaways

-Rejection can become your greatest advantage.

-Determination is built through consistency, not perfection.

-You don’t need permission to pursue your path.

-Action matters more than motivation.

-Confidence comes from repetition and self-belief.

-Social media growth is driven by emotion and shareable content.

-Your struggles can shape your strongest identity.

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Hala Taha

https://www.instagram.com/yapwithhala/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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In this powerful Pulse episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with his business partner and close friend Pat Sitkins to reflect on the evolution of the show, the power of clarity, and what it actually takes to become the person you want to be.

They discuss why most people never start, how preparation builds confidence, and why the “messy middle” is where real growth happens. Shawn breaks down the difference between wishing for success and manifesting it through daily discipline, while Pat shares what makes this community-driven movement so impactful.

Key Takeaways

-Clarity is the cheat code to real progress.

-Cringing at old work means you’re growing.

-You don’t need perfect conditions to start.

-Preparation is what separates winners from wishers.

-Manifestation only works when paired with action.

-The messy middle is where strength is built.

-Extreme accountability creates real transformation.

-Impact is the true purpose of The Determined Society.

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Pat Sitkins

https://www.instagram.com/patsitkins/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Stacey Kay's wake-up call to mental health and adversity transformed her from struggling with addiction, anxiety, and burnout into the founder of hydr.ate. Shawn French sits down with Stacey to unpack her raw journey through personal crisis—and how facing hard truths about her mental health became the foundation for building something real. A conversation on overcoming addiction, founder resilience, and the discipline it takes to rebuild identity. This is the story of how adversity became clarity.

Key Takeaways

-Burnout often shows up physically before we acknowledge it mentally.

-Addiction and anxiety thrive when emotions go unprocessed.

-Meditation creates space between reaction and response.

-True accountability must be paired with self-compassion.

-Slowing down is sometimes the most productive move.

-It’s never too late to pivot into meaningful work.

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Stacey Kay

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacey-kay-hydrate/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Breaking norms in recovery starts with admitting you need help. In this episode, Shawn sits down with Zach Cogen, Head of Athlete Rehabilitation for the New York Red Bulls, to explore what real recovery actually looks like—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Zach breaks down how elite athletes approach rehabilitation as a discipline practice, the mental resilience required to rebuild after injury, and why recovery habits separate determined performers from those who burn out. A raw conversation on overcoming obstacles, developing the mindset to return stronger, and the often-hidden mental game behind elite performance.

Key Takeaways

-Return to play is not the same as return to performance

-Recovery must address both physical and mental readiness

-Sleep and nutrition are essential for healing and performance

-Pneumatic compression improves circulation and recovery

-Trust between athlete and practitioner is critical

-Discipline and determination are built through consistency

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Zach Cogen

https://www.instagram.com/thesportsphysio_/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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In this episode of The Determined Society, Sean sits down with Nicole Jaques, creator of the “House CEO” framework, content educator, and systems-driven parent helping families calm the chaos of modern life.

Nicole shares how leaving a corporate public-relations career after becoming a mother forced her to confront an outdated narrative around being a “stay-at-home mom.” What emerged instead was a powerful reframe: running a household requires leadership, systems, and intentional design, just like any successful business.

Throughout the conversation, Nicole breaks down how time blocking, simplified systems, and documented routines can reduce burnout, eliminate resentment, and create more space for real family connection. She explains why rest is not a luxury, why the “default parent” role is operational and how accountability and structure can actually bring freedom back into the home.

Key Takeaways

-Running a home requires leadership, not more effort

-Systems reduce burnout by removing emotional friction

-Time blocking creates freedom, not rigidity

-Rest is essential to regulating mood and nervous system health

-The “default parent” role works best when it’s structured and shared

-Boundaries determine family connection

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Nicole Jaques

https://www.instagram.com/itsnicolejaques/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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Nik Kleverov joins The Determined Society to break down the biggest misconceptions about AI, creativity, and the future of Hollywood.

From his journey as an immigrant storyteller to becoming one of the first creatives working with OpenAI, Nik explains why there is no “magic AI button,” why creatives are more important than ever, and how AI is opening doors to original films, brand storytelling, and entirely new forms of entertainment.

This episode dives deep into AI-generated films, advertising, originality, copyright, and why storytelling is still the true differentiator.

Key Takeaways

-There is no magic button in AI, great work still requires real effort.

-AI doesn’t replace creativity; it amplifies strong storytellers.

-Authenticity comes from human perspective, not the tool.

-AI-created work can still be original and copyrightable.

-Creatives who adapt will thrive in the next era of entertainment.

-AI allows smaller teams to create bigger ideas faster.

-Hollywood isn’t ending — it’s evolving.

-Collaboration matters more than ever in AI workflows.

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Nik Kleverov

https://www.instagram.com/kleverov/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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In this powerful episode of The Determined Society Podcast, Brady McDonald shares his raw journey from alcohol dependency and fear to sobriety, faith, ultra-endurance racing, and building a life rooted in discipline and purpose.

Brady opens up about quitting alcohol after realizing the cycle he was passing down to his daughters, how doing hard things like 75 Hard and ultra running gave him clarity, and the moment God intervened and changed the trajectory of his life. We dive deep into fatherhood, leadership, failure, faith, resilience, and why children don’t do what we say, they do what we do.

This conversation also explores Brady’s mission to use running for something bigger than himself through 50K in 50 States, raising millions for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and how serving others brings more fulfillment than success ever could.

Key Takeaways

-Sobriety gave Brady clarity, courage, and control over his life.

-Doing hard things builds confidence that transfers into every area of life.

-Discipline is simple, but it’s never easy.

-Fitness became the gateway to mental, emotional, and spiritual growth

-Failure isn’t the end; it’s feedback for the next attempt.

-The right people in your corner determine how far you go.

-Faith showed up when quitting no longer felt like an option.

-Serving others creates deeper fulfillment than personal success.

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Brady McDonald

https://www.instagram.com/brady.mcdonald84/

The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

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