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Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew
Hosted by Shawn Johnson + Andrew East · EN
Former Olympic Gymnast Shawn Johnson and NFL player Andrew East sit down to share their most vulnerable sides and open up like they never have before. Tune in to hear one of the most celebrated couples on social media walk you through some of their most memorable moments together. Get ready to laugh and cry as you hear some of the most embarrassing and raw stories that have never before been shared.
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Cooper Alan & Hally: High School Sweethearts to Parenthood
5d agoTap to summarizeWe 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/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →313 | Was Becoming an Olympian Worth It? Shawn Gets Honest
6d ago01:20:16Tap to summarizeWe 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →312 | husband interviews wife
2w ago00:53:36Tap to summarizeIn 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →311 | ask these questions while dating
3w ago00:34:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we’re talking all about dating with intention and the questions that actually matter when you’re thinking about a future with someone. Not in a scary interview way 😂 but in a real, honest way that helps you better understand compatibility, values, communication, goals, family, finances, faith, and the everyday things that shape a relationship long term. We’re sharing how to naturally bring up deeper conversations, what we personally think is important to know before committing to someone, and why asking the right questions early can save a lot of confusion later on. Love you guys! Thank you to GoGURT for sponsoring today's episode! Try the GoGURT Simply we talked about in this episode, it’s amazing! https://bit.ly/3HCC0BY Tour tickets, book pre-sale orders and more here! https://thecouragetocommit.com/ You can get a free can of OLIPOP when you buy any 2 cans in-store and they’ll pay you back for one. It works on any flavor, at any retailer. Go to drinkolipop.com/COUPLETHINGS! Get 20% off all IQBAR products, including the Ultimate Sampler Pack, plus free shipping when you text EASTFAM to 64000! Shop the Everyday Cotton collection and all of our favorite bras and underwear at SKIMS.com, and after you place your order, select “podcast” in the survey and choose our show so they know we sent you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →310 | wife interviews husband
3w ago00:49:38Tap to summarizeToday’s episode gets VERY honest 😅I put my husband in the hot seat and asked him every question in the book. Let us know if you enjoyed this and we'll do a part 2! Love you guys! Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/EASTFAM. For a limited time, Home Chef is offering my listeners 50% and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! Go to https://HomeChef.com/EASTFAM.If it takes research to buy it, let Dupe do it for you. Stop wasting time comparing options. Just go to https://dupe.com and tell it what you’re looking for to finally feel confident about what to buy.https://thecouragetocommit.com/ (00:00) why i’m interviewing andrew (02:10) we wrote a book (02:57) andrew as a kid + his siblings (07:48) the lie andrew battled (18:44) what god means to andrew (26:10) “talk better about my husband” (34:10) andrew’s childhood dream job (35:10) what andrew studied in college (37:02) andrew’s resume (39:33) andrew’s greatest attribute (40:15) andrew as a friend (42:15) andrew’s dad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Fame, Pressure & Healing with Nia Sioux
4w agoTap to summarizeNia Sioux joins us for a deeply honest conversation about growing up in the spotlight, navigating toxic training environments, body image, and learning how to separate discipline from emotional harm in competitive performance spaces. We also discuss the culture of “tough love” in dance and athletics, and how harmful behavior is often normalized or disguised as discipline, passion, or preparation for success. Nia also talks about her book, Bottom of the Pyramid, and the themes that inspired it — including resilience, triumph, and defining success for herself.Beyond the entertainment industry, this episode explores confidence, burnout, mental health, womanhood, and the process of rebuilding a sense of self outside of performance. A thoughtful, vulnerable, and incredibly important conversation that we loved so much! Love you guys! Shawn & Andrew https://www.instagram.com/niasioux/ https://linktr.ee/niasioux?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGn4QQkztuGCYOTk9ao7Li_pViWJqPQoM3xhVXS_wrHGnDfRzjUGXUH9ICiKgA_aem_bxAGkwkF5Do78XDwxxzB0g Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Family Behind For King & Country
Apr 3001:05:42Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with the chart-topping Smallbone family of For King & Country to unpack the journey behind their music, message, and mission. From their early days growing up between continents to selling out arenas worldwide, they open up about the challenges that shaped their faith and fueled their passion- along with an inside look at their upcoming music and exciting new projects 👀 👀 From brotherhood to marriage, this conversation gives a candid, behind-the-scenes glimpse into how they navigate life, love, and creativity together. It’s honest, lighthearted, and full of depth, balancing plenty of laughs with meaningful moments. Whether you’ve followed their journey for years or are just discovering their music, this episode offers a rare look at the heart, humor, and family behind the anthems. (00:00) we love a group interview (00:01) welcome to our second group interview (00:02:52) welcome to the family drama now (00:04:14) band names and death stones (00:19:20) the why behind the ambition (00:29:50) ambition and marriage and how they work together (00:35:40) do we need each other? (00:40:45) the art of working together (00:52:20) touring and what is occupying our hearts and minds (00:55:35) balancing the feels vs the present (00:58:30) do we like tour? (01:01:17) something deep and something fun Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →309 | BIG NEWS: Tour Dates, Our Book, & Life Updates
Apr 3000:37:01Tap to summarizeWE CAN'T WAIT TO MEET YOU GUYS!!! A lot is happening right now—and we’re talking about all of it. Tour prep is in full swing, we’re getting closer to meeting you, and we have so much more to say about the book (including some behind-the-scenes we’ve been holding back). This episode is part update, part chaos, and very real.Tour tickets, book order and more here ! https://thecouragetocommit.com/ Timeline’s clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $71 when you subscribe at http://www.timeline.com/EASTFAM. Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of my favorite bras and underwear at http://www.skims.com/couplethings #skimspartner Treat yourself to the flavor and nutrition your body craves. Go to http://www.kachava.com and use code EASTFAM for 15% off your first order. (00:00) in the thick of the book grind (04:50) our why behind it (09:00) a little excerpt from the book (12:45) “if you’re not happy, go to the next one” (16:00) finding depth in our lives (20:00) breaking down the layout of the book (24:09) our different voices represented in the book (26:00) who is the book for? (30:00) what we don’t show on social media (33:10) our “rigid” lifestyle (35:10) we’re going on tour! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Meaning of Life with Authur Brooks
Apr 2700:52:36Tap to summarizeBack for round two, we sit down again with Arthur Brooks to go even deeper into the science and soul of a meaningful life. In this conversation, we move beyond the fundamentals of happiness and explore what it really takes to sustain it—especially through change, success, setbacks, and the evolving chapters of life. Arthur shares fresh insights on emotional resilience, the hidden challenges of achievement, and how our definition of purpose shifts over time. We also get personal, unpacking habits, mindsets, and daily practices that can help you stay grounded, connected, and fulfilled in a fast-moving world. If you’ve ever wondered how to not just find happiness—but keep it—this episode is for you. Drop your thoughts, questions, or takeaways in the comments—we always love hearing how these conversations resonate with you. And if this episode speaks to you, send it to someone who could use it right now. Love you guys! Shawn & Andrew Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ / shawnandandrewpods Follow My Instagram ▶ / shawnjohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ / shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawn... Like the Facebook page! ▶ / shawnjohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ / andrewdeast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?l... (00:00) the meaning of your life (01:25) ready for part two with arthur? (02:26) the macronutrients of happiness (05:45) why can’t you articulate meaning? (07:25) the effect of the technological world (10:30) when should you “know” the meaning of your life (14:50) is it possible to learn meaning if you only know “screens”? (19:20) habits and relationships aren’t meaning (23:00) the matrix is lying to you (24:08) we are a kin-based species (29:55) “you can’t be each other’s idol” (35:25) having a noble struggle (37:17) practice, then feel (40:40) the first two steps of meaning (51:20) should we do a part 3? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →308 | Unfiltered Marriage Advice (From Real Questions You Sent In)
Apr 2200:45:05Tap to summarizeWe asked you to send in your real, unfiltered marriage questions… and you delivered.In this episode, we’re diving into everything—arguments that keep coming back, intimacy struggles no one talks about, parenting differences, and more. Nothing scripted, nothing off-limits.If you’ve ever thought “is this normal in marriage?”—this one’s for you! Love you guys! Shawn & Andrew BranchBasics: If you’re grabbing the Premium Starter Kit, you can still get 15% off at BranchBasics.com with our code EASTFAM. Good Wipes: For more details, head to www.https://goodwipes.com/EASTFAM to snag a free pack of goodwipes from Walmart. TOUR! June 7th — Nashville June 8th — Philadelphia June 9th — New York June 10th — Chicago Get your tickets here! https://thecouragetocommit.com/ (00:00) “way to stay married!” (02:00) should we start a new series? (03:45) who is the most stubborn? (07:55) breaking and rebuilding trust (13:24) conflict when you’re on the same team (16:22) having friends of the opposite sex (25:40) boundaries with in-laws (28:20) navigating different parenting styles (31:45) our pet peeves with one another (35:55) keeping it spicy (37:17) best and hardest years of marriage (41:40) how often do we fight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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