The Known Experience

Sean Scott & John Poitevent
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The Known Experience is a conversation that explores the powerful journey of those living out what it means to know themselves, be known and know others. Our guests are from all walks of life; athletes, doctors, entrepreneurs and average joes. But they all have one thing in common... they live and work intentionally, with purpose and meaning. These conversations are often nuanced and complex, just like our lives. Our desire is that you are encouraged and challenged toward authenticity and connectedness.

  1. 10/14/2025

    Overcoming Crohn's to Conquer Ultra Marathons with Ben Hood

    "Life is made up of a multiplicity of nows." This wisdom from Ben's mom has helped him make the unfathomable journey from bedridden and near death to completing a 100 mile ultra-marathon with a torn achilles. Ben shares how the power of resilience has impacted his health, his marriage and how John almost killed him - literally.

    42 min

  2. 08/16/2025

    AI, Robots and Apocalyptic Meteors with Johann Beukes

    Johann Beukes is an AI consultant, data scientist and investor who has worked on the cognitive development of some of the most advanced AI robotics. With a BS in Psychology and an MS in Predictive Analytics, his approach to Artificial Intelligence is highly informed, cautiously optimistic, and human centered. Join as we discuss the possibilities and pitfalls of AI. https://www.johannbeukes.com/ https://knownexperience.com/

    52 min

  3. 06/24/2025

    A Detective Perspective from the Undercover Big Brother with Derrick Levasseur

    Best known as the winner of Big Brother 16, Derrick shares how the detective techniques that helped him win $575,000 can lead to personal success as well. As a young police recruit he was quickly promoted to detective, eventually going under cover and working with the ATF, DEA, FBI, and Secret Service. Now retired from police work, Derrick was recently on the Peacock hit show The Traitors, and is a regular on America's Most Wanted. In his spare time, his is the author of The Undercover Edge, the host of two true crime podcasts, the founder of Criminal Coffee, and the CEO of Break Investigative Group. https://www.youtube.com/@DerrickVLevasseur podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/detective-perspective/id1698439585 open.spotify.com/show/0jnEwNOQY0M2qDi6H5uYR7?si=dd0a0bef5af64887 instagram.com/derricklevasseur/ twitter.com/DerrickL facebook.com/DerrickVLevasseur

    48 min

  4. 05/28/2025

    Live From Uganda - Hope On A Hill

    Sean and John recorded this episode in Kampala, Uganda after leading a three day business bootcamp for alumni of the Watoto Children's Village. For 30 years Watoto has been rescuing orphans throughout Uganda and South Sudan. They currently care for more than 3,000 children and babies as well as widows and single mothers. You can learn more about them here: https://www.watoto.com/  You can check out Sean's blog here: https://seanascott.medium.com/hope-on-a-hill-in-uganda-494ec2ac88e8

    38 min

  5. 05/05/2025

    How Suffering Shapes Us with Craig Denison

    Just months into a new and exciting career in consulting, Craig Denison woke up to the worst day of his life. In this episode he gets real with us about the fear, anger, awareness and transformation that sometimes only suffering can bring.

    47 min

  6. 02/18/2025

    Understanding the Flow of Your Leadership with Dr. Rob Murray

    Rob is back and blowing our minds with a new model for understanding how leadership works. Do you primarily lead from strength, mind, heart or soul? Listen to find out how each is unique and can glean from the others. Whether you are leading at work or home, the wisdom Rob shares will help you better navigate any relationship. https://drrobmurray.com/

    51 min

  7. 08/27/2024

    From the Frat House to the Big House with Slice Penny

    Growing up, Slice Penny was a typical suburban kid from a good family. Popular, athletic and smart, he thrived in college becoming the president of the greek council. So how did he go from the frat house to prison and then divinity school? You've got to hear it to believe it!

    56 min

  8. 07/08/2024

    Plumbing Repairs, Present Parenting and Turning 50 with Matthew Perryman Jones

    Singer/Songwriter Matthew Perryman Jones joins us from Santa Fe, NM. He shares about the worst 50th birthday ever, wisdom gained along the way and the importance of being present with his kids. The songs on his new project reflect on moving beyond the disconnect and divisiveness of our current culture and choosing a different path. Check him out at the links below! https://www.mpjmusic.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@mpjmusic https://open.spotify.com/artist/68524z8sd176IRenNb1Fjy?si=FA18LTlQQkGZ4Rbn7Oi6uQ https://music.apple.com/us/artist/matthew-perryman-jones/214886572

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The Known Experience is a conversation that explores the powerful journey of those living out what it means to know themselves, be known and know others. Our guests are from all walks of life; athletes, doctors, entrepreneurs and average joes. But they all have one thing in common... they live and work intentionally, with purpose and meaning. These conversations are often nuanced and complex, just like our lives. Our desire is that you are encouraged and challenged toward authenticity and connectedness.

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  • Creator
    Sean Scott & John Poitevent
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    29
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Known Experience