The Determined Society with Shawn French | Adversity & Mindset
Determined Society Podcast | Overcoming Adversity & Mindset
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Determined Society Podcast | Overcoming Adversity & Mindset
▶ WebplayerThe Determined Society with Shawn French is a weekly interview podcast exploring determination, mental toughness, adversity, and mindset through raw conversations with athletes, authors, and public figures. Host Shawn French unpacks how his guests break norms, rebuild identity, and develop the habits that fuel long term success, going beyond the headlines into the real stories behind the personas. Each episode digs into questions like: What drives a bestselling author to challenge the status quo? How does an athlete rebuild identity beyond the game? How do public figures use their platform to spark real change? These aren't soundbite interviews. They're honest...
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Oct 5, 2026 · 1:18:46
In the new episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Yosef Martin, founder of BoxyCharm, entrepreneur, operator, investor, and founder of PepNow, for a…
Sep 28, 2026 · 1:03:11
In this deeply vulnerable episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Garrett White for a conversation about identity, success, marriage, fatherhood, faith,…
Sep 21, 2026 · 1:00:20
In the new episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Anthony Perera, founder of Air Pros USA and Exuma Capital Partners, for a powerful conversation on…
Sep 18, 2026 · 9:35
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…
Sep 14, 2026 · 1:00:57
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…
Sep 7, 2026 · 1:01:06
In the new episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Daria Berenato for a powerful conversation on reinvention, identity, WWE, entrepreneurship,…
Aug 31, 2026 · 1:00:50
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…
Aug 24, 2026 · 1:14:54
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,…
Aug 17, 2026 · 52:46
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…
Aug 10, 2026 · 1:05:15
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…
Aug 3, 2026 · 1:01:21
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,…
Jul 27, 2026 · 1:14:39
On The Determined Society, authentic conversations and hard questions separate growth from stagnation. Ben Swann—journalist, truth-seeker, and cultural disruptor—sits down with…
Jul 20, 2026 · 1:08:55
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…
Jul 13, 2026 · 1:12:34
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…
Jul 6, 2026 · 1:03:57
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…
Jun 29, 2026 · 1:27:29
Overcoming obstacles isn't just about external circumstances, it's about discipline, accountability, and choosing redemption. Michael Franzese, a former Colombo crime captain who…
Jun 22, 2026 · 1:25:08
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.…
Jun 15, 2026 · 1:47:34
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…
Jun 8, 2026 · 1:04:59
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…
Jun 1, 2026 · 1:08:47
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,…
May 25, 2026 · 1:00:40
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.…
May 18, 2026 · 1:28:39
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…
May 11, 2026 · 58:46
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…
Apr 27, 2026 · 58:08
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…
Apr 20, 2026 · 1:21:50
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…
Apr 17, 2026 · 55:38
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…
Apr 13, 2026 · 1:24:45
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…
Apr 10, 2026 · 29:29
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…
Apr 6, 2026 · 1:18:57
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…
Apr 3, 2026 · 1:30:07
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…
Mar 30, 2026 · 1:09:29
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…
Mar 23, 2026 · 1:00:22
The pressure behind every success story nobody talks about. In this raw conversation, Shawn French and Pat Sitkins explore cultural perspectives on entrepreneurship, breaking…
Mar 20, 2026 · 1:24:30
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…
Mar 16, 2026 · 1:30:06
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…
Mar 13, 2026 · 1:14:44
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…
Mar 9, 2026 · 1:18:28
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…
Mar 6, 2026 · 1:38:53
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…
Mar 2, 2026 · 1:10:00
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…
Feb 27, 2026 · 1:11:38
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…
Feb 23, 2026 · 1:14:22
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Feb 20, 2026 · 1:13:18
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…
Feb 16, 2026 · 1:07:28
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.…
Feb 13, 2026 · 1:01:20
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…
Feb 9, 2026 · 34:23
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…
Feb 6, 2026 · 1:17:01
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Feb 2, 2026 · 1:08:12
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Jan 30, 2026 · 1:00:44
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Jan 26, 2026 · 1:02:09
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Jan 23, 2026 · 1:12:15
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…
Jan 19, 2026 · 1:00:29
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…
Jan 16, 2026 · 1:11:03
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…
Jan 12, 2026 · 1:08:03
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Jan 9, 2026 · 1:04:07
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Jan 5, 2026 · 53:14
What do you do when heartbreak, betrayal, or toxic relationships trap you in a cycle of self-doubt? In this raw episode, Shawn sits down with breakup and divorce coach Sara…
Jan 2, 2026 · 1:06:14
What does it really take to build a scalable business that survives without you? In this episode of The Determined Society Podcast, David Royce shares how he went from knocking…
Dec 29, 2025 · 32:54
2025 forced a reckoning. In this raw solo episode, Shawn reveals how fixing one overlooked area—quietly sabotaging his marriage, mindset, and business—unlocked real…
Dec 26, 2025 · 58:28
When Dr. David Karli hit his early 40s, adversity struck hard: burnout, panic attacks, and hormonal collapse nearly derailed him. In this raw conversation, the regenerative…
Dec 22, 2025 · 58:05
In this raw and deeply emotional episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Matt Dillon for a powerful conversation about adversity, identity, addiction,…
Dec 19, 2025 · 1:27:50
In this episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Baiju Bhatt, co-founder of Robinhood, for a wide-ranging conversation that spans entrepreneurship,…
Dec 15, 2025 · 1:03:11
In this deeply moving episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Liz Caplan, world-renowned vocal coach, founder of Liz Caplan Voice Studios, and trusted…
Dec 12, 2025 · 50:40
In this episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Olivia Mock, founder and CEO of The Check-In Club, a rapidly growing fitness accountability app…
Dec 8, 2025 · 1:00:39
In this episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with entrepreneur and wellness advocate Jerome, whose life story is a raw testament to trauma, resilience,…
Dec 5, 2025 · 55:08
In this episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with Kwame Christian, a bestselling author, attorney, corporate negotiation consultant, TEDx speaker, and host…
Dec 1, 2025 · 43:51
In this inspiring episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Greg Rosenbaum, SVP of Programming at South by Southwest and a 15-year veteran behind one of…
Nov 28, 2025 · 55:58
In this episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Guerdy Abraira, world-renowned event designer, Real Housewives of Miami star, cancer survivor, and now…
Nov 26, 2025 · 35:48
In this episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with visionary developer Gil Dezer, the mind behind Dezer Development and the groundbreaking Bentley…
Nov 24, 2025 · 1:03:34
In this powerful episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Marcus and Morgan Luttrell, Navy SEAL legends, brothers, warriors, and survivors whose…
Nov 21, 2025 · 57:18
In this episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Larry Hagner, the founder of The Dad Edge, author, coach, and the voice behind the #1 fatherhood…
Nov 17, 2025 · 54:25
In this powerful episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Jeffrey Delaney — founder of T Clinics and Nuviva Medical Weight Loss — to talk about what…
Nov 14, 2025 · 50:54
What happens when determination becomes your only strategy? In this episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Andrew Child, acclaimed author of the…
Nov 10, 2025 · 44:34
At the Naples Therapeutic Riding Center, miracles happen on horseback. Host Shawn French steps onto the 10-acre sanctuary where horses help humans heal — physically, mentally,…
Nov 5, 2025 · 43:29
In this cinematic new episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with acclaimed film and television actor Jay Huguley — days away from the world premiere of…
Nov 3, 2025 · 42:49
In this gripping episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Emily Harrington — world-renowned professional climber, mother, and IMAX documentary star of…
Oct 31, 2025 · 52:56
In this profoundly emotional episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Andrew Pollack, father of Meadow Pollack — one of the victims of the 2018 Marjory…
Oct 27, 2025 · 59:12
Kelly Bensimon on overcoming failure, breaking norms, and rebuilding identity beyond reality TV. In this raw conversation, the model, author, and luxury broker opens up about the…
Oct 24, 2025 · 54:48
We present a deeply moving conversation with host Shawn French as he sits down with John O’Leary — bestselling author, motivational speaker, and the real-life inspiration behind…
Oct 20, 2025 · 53:39
From finance job to viral creator—Daniel Mac shares his raw journey asking strangers "What do you do for a living?" in luxury cars. In this deep conversation, he opens up about…
Oct 17, 2025 · 42:55
Nick Del Negro, General Manager of Lamborghini Naples, joins Shawn French on The Determined Society to talk about what it really means to live at full throttle. From a humble…
Oct 13, 2025 · 58:59
Global icon Kathy Ireland joins The Determined Society for a deeply personal and empowering conversation about reinvention, resilience, and faith. From her rise to fame as a…
Oct 10, 2025 · 50:39
Academy Award nominee William H. Macy joins Shawn French on The Determined Society for a powerful conversation about his latest film, Soul on Fire — the true story of John…
Oct 8, 2025 · 49:25
When chasing success costs you your health, it’s time to biohack your way back to balance. Joseph Rivera—founder of the MoreLife Biohacking Summit—joins Shawn French on The…
Oct 6, 2025 · 57:08
What happens when a legendary crime novelist and his equally acclaimed son join forces on a new thriller? Jonathan Kellerman—#1 New York Times bestselling author of the Alex…
Oct 3, 2025 · 52:30
What would you do if you got laid off with five kids and a mortgage staring you down? Most people would retreat. Jorge Barragan doubled down. Out of desperation and vision, he…
Sep 29, 2025 · 1:05:59
Patrick Dearborn brings unwavering purpose to every role he leads—whether as a top real estate agent, fire commissioner, or community advocate in Naples, Florida. In this episode…
Sep 26, 2025 · 50:52
Addiction, recovery, and wellness aren’t just abstract topics—they’re real battles being fought every single day. In this episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits…
Sep 24, 2025 · 1:00:27
This powerful episode of The Determined Society honors the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk. Joined by Dr. Gina Loudon—author, media personality, and powerhouse voice—Shawn French…
Sep 22, 2025 · 52:49
What does determination look like in Hollywood—and beyond? In this episode of The Determined Society, Shawn French sits down with his cousin, Chris Coy, the acclaimed actor known…
Sep 19, 2025 · 46:56
Frankie Faison is more than just a familiar face from Coming to America, The Wire, and Banshee. With over 200 plays, 200 commercials, 200 television episodes, and 200 films under…
Sep 15, 2025 · 45:40
What happens when award-winning broadcaster and investigative journalist Steve Gruber digs into the threats no one else is talking about? From Chinese spies at U.S. universities…
Sep 12, 2025 · 52:14
At 70 years old, SueBell Robbins has become nothing short of an Instagram sensation. Known as the "Instagram Queen of Palm Beach," she’s amassed a devoted following not through…
Sep 8, 2025 · 58:51
What happens when an FBI agent chasing justice meets a world-famous psychic? You get one of the most unique—and shocking—crime-fighting duos in history. John Edward, celebrated…
Sep 5, 2025 · 58:21
What if courage wasn’t something you’re born with—but something you could build like a muscle? Juan Bendana, renowned keynote speaker, leadership strategist, and author of…
Sep 1, 2025 · 48:40
From humble beginnings shaped by childhood promises to his mother, to building and selling multi-million-dollar companies, Mick Hunt is proof that leadership and determination…
Aug 29, 2025 · 50:56
Charles Edward Maurice Spencer, 9th Earl Spencer, joins us for a conversation that blends history, legacy, and the power of storytelling. From his experiences as a historian and…
Aug 25, 2025 · 54:27
He’s the man behind the greatest tennis story of all time. Rick Macci—Hall of Fame coach, global tennis icon, and the man who coached Venus and Serena Williams from the…
Aug 22, 2025 · 47:57
In this episode, investigative journalist and New York Times bestselling author Nina Teicholz dismantles decades of flawed dietary advice and reveals why so much of what we’ve…
Aug 18, 2025 · 48:25
Could the infamous Menendez brothers really walk free? Criminal Attorney and partner at Foundation Law Group, Stephen Cazares, joins The Determined Society for a mind-bending…
Aug 15, 2025 · 53:56
In Episode 2 of The Pulse, Shawn French & Pat Sitkins “flush the format” to give you a behind the scenes look at The Determined Society—covering everything from shark attack…
Aug 11, 2025 · 47:22
From millionaire at 26 years old, to rebuilding it all—Jeremy Greene’s story is anything but ordinary. In this episode of The Determined Society, Jeremy sits down with Shawn…
Aug 8, 2025 · 44:15
What happens when one mother’s grief and rage transform into a national movement? In this gripping episode of The Determined Society, Shannon Watts — activist, author of Fired…
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