Shawn Johnson

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  1. Thomas Rhett Gets Candid About Success, Fatherhood & Legacy

    1d ago

    Thomas Rhett Gets Candid About Success, Fatherhood & Legacy

    This week we're joined by our friend and one of country music's biggest stars, Thomas Rhett We dive into his journey from growing up around music to becoming one of the most successful artists in country music. Thomas shares stories from his early days as a songwriter, the moments that changed his career, and what life was really like during his rise to fame. We also talk about his marriage to Lauren, raising five daughters, balancing family life with life on the road, and the values that keep him grounded through it all. Plus, Thomas opens up about what he wants the next chapter of his life and career to look like. We also discuss his upcoming Soundtrack to Life Tour and what's ahead musically, including his latest releases and the deluxe version of About A Woman. He's also hinted that a new album is in the works and could be his favorite project yet! Follow Thomas: Instagram: @thomasrhettakins TikTok: @thomasrhettakins Facebook: Thomas Rhett Official Website & Tour Dates: https://ThomasRhett.com (00:00) pinch me moment: interview with thomas rhett (02:20) thomas on being new to podcasting (03:40) the power of counseling (08:10) parenting (10:35) what does thomas want to be known for? (17:00) how thomas's perspective on life purpose changed over time (21:05) balancing the public eye (26:50) how to teach "relevancy" (33:46) passions vs. professions (36:42) will a new identity fix it all? (41:50) how to navigate a "second chapter" (45:20) you can't crush simplicity (48:18) thomas's thoughts on biohacking (50:00) what words do you think of when you hear "god"? (52:49) thomas's tour (55:40) the tennessee volunteer in thomas's heart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    57 min
  2. 315 | We Did LIVE Couples Therapy In Front of a Crowd (with Dr. John Delony)

    Jun 12

    315 | We Did LIVE Couples Therapy In Front of a Crowd (with Dr. John Delony)

    After the incredible response to Dr. Delony's first appearance, we invited him back for a live event with our community. Enjoy a live counseling session with Dr.Delony at our show! If you haven't grabbed your copy yet, The Courage to Commit is officially available wherever books are sold or at the link below. https://thecouragetocommit.com/ Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of my favorite bras and underwear, at https://SKIMS.com. Go to https://kachava.com and use code EASTFAM for 15% off your first order. If you’re thinking about adding a sports court or upgrading your outdoor space, head to https://americasportsconstruction.com to get started, check them out on Instagram @americasportsconstruction. (00:00:00) a live audience podcast! (00:00:46) welcome dr. john delony (00:02:50) when is a good thing too much? (00:08:00) "you have to go find yourself!" (00:12:11) "but that meant so much to me" (00:21:26) it's not your fault, but it is your problem as a spouse (00:26:30) why are people afraid of commitment? (00:31:31) checking in on what we are valuing as a unit (00:39:35) what even is commitment? (00:42:34) how to encourage productive struggle (00:50:50) dying to yourself daily (00:54:45) how do you know when to walk away when shame is winning? (00:58:00) balancing personal and business life (01:03:07) hospitality toward my spouse (01:06:07) creating security and boundaries in our marriage (01:10:30) engagement hurdles Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 14m
  3. 313 | Was Becoming an Olympian Worth It? Shawn Gets Honest

    May 27

    313 | Was Becoming an Olympian Worth It? Shawn Gets Honest

    We absolutely loved this interview with Shawn's parents where they open up like never before about Shawn's journey from small-town kid to Olympic gold medalist- and now, mother herself. In this conversation, Shawn and her parents share what her childhood was really like, the parenting style that shaped her competitive drive, the sacrifices her family made, and what it felt like growing up under pressure. We also talk about how that's affected our current parenting style, what they would have changed if they could, and if they had any regrets with her early on career. ALSO we are going on TOUR!! please come meet us and pre-order our book if you haven't already! We love you guys!Love, Shawn & Andrewif you want to preorder, meet us or get access to all the bonus content before launch day, head to https://thecouragetocommit.com/ NOBL gives you real travel peace of mind — security, design, and convenience all in one. Head to https://NOBLTravel.com for up to 46% off your entire order. for more details, head to https://goodwipes.com/EASTFAM to snag a free pack of goodwipes from Walmart. (00:00:00) book, tour, and more (00:01:18) how to raise an olympian (00:02:22) can you hack your way into your kid's success? (00:05:00) the "sacrifices" (00:08:50) can you skip? can you quit? (00:12:30) to push vs. to love and the dance of that with your kid's passions (00:15:20) athletics should help form a kid, not define a kid (00:18:20) "here's our next olympic champion" (00:22:00) it's the kid's sport, not the parent's sport (00:29:20) why shawn was slowed down (00:33:50) committing to the child, not the sport (00:37:40) you can't guarantee success (00:41:10) chow's coaching style (00:45:15) shawn's parenting style (00:47:47) the temptation of success (00:53:55) "i want to quit gymnastics" and the pressure that comes with it (01:06:00) would you do it again? (01:10:19) this or that game (01:15:10) "is she consuming enough?" (01:18:30) in-law dynamics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 20m
  4. 314 | Therapy Lessons That Changed Our Lives

    Jun 5

    314 | Therapy Lessons That Changed Our Lives

    PRE-ORDER OUR BOOK HERE AND COME MEET US ON TOUR!! https://thecouragetocommit.com/ In this episode, we're sharing some of the secrets, fears, and experiences we've never talked about publicly before. We dive into the therapy lessons that genuinely changed our lives, family, and marriage, from understanding shame and anxiety to improving relationships, setting boundaries, and learning how to show up more authentically. Whether you're in therapy, considering it, or just trying to navigate life a little better, this conversation is full of honest reflections and practical takeaways. ➡ Treat yourself to the flavor and nutrition your body craves. Go to https://kachava.com and use code EASTFAM for 15% off your first order. ➡ Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/EASTFAM. ➡ Be prepared to save yourself a ton of time and money — just go to https://DUPE.com and tell it what you’re looking to buy. (00:00) it's been a wild book release (02:55) therapy lessons that changed our lives (05:20) the different operating systems in a marriage (06:48) enchanted by the differences (11:25) your spouse sees what you have blinders to (13:15) learning each other's languages (14:50) time can worsen wounds (16:40) practicing forgiveness (18:40) defining enough (20:10) is this honoring my spouse? (21:21) never speaking poorly about your spouse (22:22) the human heart isn't made for fame (24:00) never use the "d" word (26:30) never use the word "favorite" (27:00) the power of bids (30:00) making a monster out of small issues (32:32) no blanket statements (34:30) your acceptable window is different than others Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    40 min
  5. Why You're Still Anxious (Even When Life Is Going Well) | Dr. Curt Thompson

    Jun 4

    Why You're Still Anxious (Even When Life Is Going Well) | Dr. Curt Thompson

    Come meet us on tour & pre-order our book here! https://thecouragetocommit.com/ Psychiatrist, author, and speaker Curt Thompson joins us for a powerful conversation about anxiety, shame, healing, relationships, and what it means to be truly known. Drawing from neuroscience, attachment theory, and decades of clinical experience, Curt explains why so many people feel disconnected, why shame is often hiding beneath our struggles, and how real transformation happens through connection- not isolation. We also discuss suffering, hope, mental health, community, and the stories we tell ourselves. Whether you're navigating anxiety, feeling stuck, working through past wounds, or simply trying to build deeper relationships, this conversation offers practical wisdom and hope. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did! Find out more about Dr. Curt Thompson here! https://curtthompsonmd.com/ https://www.instagram.com/curtthompsonmd/?hl=en Love you guys, Shawn & Andrew (00:00) meet dr. curt thompson (01:14) should hard work be a part of it? (05:19) why is there pain or discomfort? (08:13) cancel culture and how the internet fuels it (17:40) how do we respond to shame, wield it, and use it? (25:44) not avoiding or doubling down on shame (30:14) fostering shame well (38:38) healing past shame (50:15) the power of our presence and making sense of our stories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    57 min
  6. 312 | husband interviews wife

    May 21

    312 | husband interviews wife

    In this episode, Andrew is turning the tables and putting Shawn in the hot seat 😂 From thoughtful questions to a few unexpected ones, they’re diving into conversations around relationships, life, personal growth, and some of the things people don’t always ask out loud. Shawn shares honest answers, stories, perspectives, and a few surprises along the way as Andrew takes over interview duty for the episode. Love you guys! Tour tickets, book pre-sale orders and more here! https://thecouragetocommit.com/ Shop Branch Basics at Target, Amazon, or BranchBasics.com, and get 15% off the Premium Starter Kit with code EASTFAM at BranchBasics.com. After purchasing, be sure to let them know you heard about them from our show! Timeline’s clinically proven Mitopure formula is now available at a new lower price, starting at just $71 with a subscription at timeline.com/EASTFAM. Get prepped for patio season and shop all things home at Wayfair.com because Wayfair has every style for every home. (00:00) time to interview the wife (see part 1)(01:57) seeing shawn through her mom lens(06:00) how can i be a “better” mom?(09:30) forgiveness(14:17) the lunchbox mistake and resilience(17:20) loving yourself(26:30) balancing the intensity(29:00) can we do it all?(32:45) what is shawn most proud of?(36:13) describing our marriage(37:35) not getting to the end the wrong way(42:25) shawn’s faithful foundation(49:40) adjusting the intensity to make room Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    54 min
  7. Cooper Alan & Hally: High School Sweethearts to Parenthood

    May 28

    Cooper Alan & Hally: High School Sweethearts to Parenthood

    We absolutely loved this conversation with country artist Cooper Alan and his wife Hally who joined us to talk about their relationship journey — from meeting long before the fame to navigating marriage, touring, and becoming parents to their newborn daughter, Coley. We get into how their relationship has changed through Cooper’s rise in country music, what life on the road really looks like, balancing family with touring, upcoming music and shows, and the moments that shaped them most along the way. This episode is full of stories about love, growth, family, faith, country music, and building a life together through every season & we hope you love it as much as we did!! You can find out more about Cooper Alan here! ➜ https://cooperalanmusic.com/ Follow Cooper here ➜ https://www.instagram.com/cooperalanmusic/?hl=en Follow Hally here ➜ https://www.instagram.com/hallywcooper/?hl=en Don't forget to find us on tour & pre-order our book today!! ➜ https://thecouragetocommit.com/ (00:00) meet the alans(01:08) parenting a girl 🥹(03:25) how the alans became the alans(05:50) best friends to marriage(08:20) selling beer and writing songs(12:20) superpower teammates in the world(15:00) it's the dream, keep chugging along(17:15) what breeds confidence and passion?(20:20) anxiety during the journey(22:44) the alans' past year(26:50) ebbing and flowing in marriage(30:22) the proposal(31:20) separating real life from social media(35:50) taking the leap and the creative process(38:25) defining success(41:00) being promoted to dad(42:20) balancing the "more"(46:50) the empaths in the room(48:00) what we want to be remembered for(54:40) what's coming up for cooper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    59 min
  8. 304 | things no one warned us about marriage & parenting

    Mar 25

    304 | things no one warned us about marriage & parenting

    Marriage and parenting are often painted as beautiful, fulfilling journeys (and they are!). But there are also parts no one really talks about until you’re in the middle of them. In this episode, we’re getting real about the unexpected challenges that catch couples and parents off guard. From shifting identities and communication struggles to the mental load, loneliness, and loss of spontaneity, we’re unpacking the truths people don’t always share before saying “I do” or bringing home a baby. Whether you’re preparing for marriage, navigating early parenthood, or deep in the trenches, this honest conversation will help you feel seen, understood, and a little more prepared for what’s ahead. Love you guys! Shawn & Andrew IQBAR ➡ To get your twenty percent off, text EASTFAM to sixty-four thousand. Text EASTFAM to 6400 Wayfair ➡ Head to www.https://Wayfair.com right now to shop all things home! Olipop ➡ You can actually get a free can of OLIPOP when you buy any two cans in store. They’ll pay you back for one!! Head to www.https://drinkolipop.com/COUPLETHINGS to get a free can when you buy two BranchBasics ➡ Tossing the toxins has never been more convenient. And if you’re grabbing the Premium Starter Kit, you can still get 15% off at www.https://BranchBasics.com with our code EASTFAM (00:00) what a spring break that was (03:22) things no one warned us about (04:28) the “50/50” concept (08:00) biggest fear going into our first child (15:21) the different types of loads we all carry (17:58) how parenting brings out new nuances (21:38) connection vs compatibility (26:38) selfish vs selfless (29:16) the roommate phase (and the phases after) (33:39) intimacy isn’t just “sexy time” (37:00) how quickly we adapt (38:28) apologizing, grief, and missing the past (45:12) speed checks and finding the right cadence (46:43) not just having “yes men” + accepting help (47:30) having family nearby (48:02) protecting our time together (48:32) the “we” pronoun (49:10) the four-month window (52:54) don’t assume (53:30) life is WONDERFUL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    57 min
  9. 306 | 10 year wedding anniversary Q+A LIVE

    Apr 8

    306 | 10 year wedding anniversary Q+A LIVE

    Can't believe it's been 10 years. HOW. So much of life has happened in that time & we wouldn't change it for the world! You can find the books we mentioned here ▶ https://www.amazon.com/shop/shawnjohnsoneast/list/LJALQY5VSMTD?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d Pre-order our book The Courage to Commit ▶ https://thecouragetocommit.com/Branch Basics is now available everywhere you shop: at Target, Target.com, Amazon, and of course, BranchBasics.com. Tossing the toxins has never been more convenient!Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $71 when you subscribe at https://www.timeline.com/EASTFAM.Home Chef is offering my listeners FIFTY PERCENT OFF and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! Go to https://www.HomeChef.com/EASTFAM.If you’re thinking about adding a sports court or upgrading your outdoor space, head to https://americasportsconstruction.com/?utm_source=Shawn+Johnson&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=Shawn+Johnson+Referral&utm_id=Shawn-Johnson-Referral Thanks for celebrating with us! shopbeam.com/beamkids Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ https://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast (00:00) our 10-year anniversary q&a (01:24) the very first date (03:04) pre-order our book! (05:26) disagreements around parenting (07:29) how we knew “it was time” (10:31) marriage seems like a lot of work (11:59) would we change anything in the last 10 years? (13:15) controlling what we can control (16:20) new things we’ve learned about each other (18:34) 6, 4, & 2 are iconic ages (20:39) boundaries while being in the public eye (22:09) i’m obsessed with you (22:39) navigating budgeting (25:04) keeping the marriage alive post-kids (27:49) best trips ever (pre & post kids) (31:54) our biggest arguments (35:32) who made the first move (36:18) most valuable shift in our marriage (38:21) forgiveness changing everything (43:34) sharing our faith journey (45:01) when we became comfortable with each other (48:19) the “roommate phase” (54:33) complimenting vs. complaining (55:20) do we watch tv anymore? (56:34) top 5 marriage & parenting books Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 2m
  10. Vision Without Execution Is Useless (Pat Lencioni Explains)

    Apr 2

    Vision Without Execution Is Useless (Pat Lencioni Explains)

    Everyone tends to fall into one of two patterns: thinking or doing. In this conversation, Pat Lencioni explores the tension between visionaries and doers and why some people generate ideas but struggle to act, while others execute but lack direction. More importantly, he breaks down why real progress requires both. This isn’t just about business, but it’s about how we all approach work, goals, and life. Why do we get stuck even when we know what to do? And what actually helps us move forward? We hope you enjoy this one with Pat Lencioni and make sure to check out his books! Take the Working Genius assessment and use code “COUPLETHINGS” for 20% off:https://www.workinggenius.com https://www.tablegroup.com/books/?srsltid=AfmBOoq_hAIT4OVa4oGBoXJHizwaLBpo1AsOUUpZoqb64_xYdXSSvKRT (00:00:00) meet pat (00:01:30) how the working genius has changed the way we see ourselves and what they mean (00:08:13) what are the different “genius” (00:18:30) couples navigating their genius (00:23:00) it’s okay to suck at something (00:24:55) being comfortable with the uncomfortable (00:28:30) how the working genius can be applied so quickly (00:30:20) are there patterns with the working genius and different careers? (00:33:45) the human part of business (00:39:45) confidence vs arrogance vs humility (00:43:15) how you are in work vs at home and balancing the two (00:50:40) navigating finding your family’s core values (01:00:00) this is not about virtue Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 4m