Episodes

  • 290 | the redemption episode

    290 | the redemption episode
    Dec 11 2025
    we decided to dedicate this episode of the podcast to a topic that’s both messy and powerful: redemption and second chances. in this episode, we talk through real-life examples, unpack what it actually means to see someone grow and change, and explore how to recognize when a second chance is deserved versus when boundaries need to stay in place. it’s a conversation about the complexity of human relationships, the courage it takes to offer grace, and the unexpected ways redemption can show up when you least expect it. we dive into the messy, emotional, and ultimately hopeful process of giving people the opportunity to do better—and what that can teach all of us about empathy, trust, and forgiveness. Love you guys, Shawn and Andrew Nurture Life ▶ head to https://www.NurtureLife.com/EASTFAM and use code EASTFAM for 55% off your first order PLUS free shipping. Branch Basics ▶ get yourself and your loved ones the gift of clean with Branch Basics. For a limited time only, our listeners get 15% off and free shipping on their premium Starter Pack when you use code EASTFAM at https://www.branchbasics.com/EASTFAM. Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • Faith, Mental Health & MLB Life — The Burgers’ Story

    Faith, Mental Health & MLB Life — The Burgers’ Story
    Dec 4 2025
    In this episode, we sit down with Jake and Ashlyn Burger- a powerhouse couple whose story blends faith, resilience, and purpose. Jake is a MLB player known not just for his talent on the field, but for his openness about mental health and the challenges that shaped his career. Ashlyn, a former athlete herself, brings warmth, honesty, and strength, and together they’ve built a platform that goes far beyond sports. The Burgers are also the founders of the Burger Family Foundation, created to support mental health initiatives and give back to communities in meaningful, accessible ways. https://www.burgerfamilyfoundation.org/about Through their foundation, they’ve become advocates for transparency, encouragement, and breaking the stigma around mental health conversations, especially for young athletes. In this conversation, we dove into everything from Jake’s journey through injuries and setbacks, to how the couple balances life, marriage, and being parents. We touched on their heart behind the foundation, their passion for serving others, an inside look at their relationship and the realities of navigating MLB life as a family, and the vulnerable moments that shaped their perspective. We had lots of laughs with our new friends and can't wait to hear what you guys think!! Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    57 mins
  • 289 | end of year LIVE Q&A

    289 | end of year LIVE Q&A
    Dec 3 2025
    Coming to you LIVE answering all your hot topic questions for us…. Special Forces, life updates, our new house, the past few weeks.. and even more exiting, maybe teasing a NEW project coming next year!! 👀 Drop all your questions below and we’ll cover as much as we can!! Love you guys, Shawn and Andrew SKIMS ▶ If you’re still working through your holiday list, the SKIMS Holiday Shop is officially open now at SKIMS.com/couplethings KACHAVA ▶ Go to kachava.com and use code EASTFAM for 15% off your next order! Omaha Steaks ▶ Visit OmahaSteaks.com for 50% off sitewide during their Sizzle All the Way Sale. And for an extra $35 off, use promo code EASTFAM at checkout. Terms apply. See site for details. Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/Shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/Andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00) we are live (01:39) house and moving updates (11:30) shout out to the best community (12:43) being proud of andrew (14:35) videos from home and how our family got updated (15:40) the ds on dancing with the stars? (16:48) no cameras on vs. cameras off for the interrogation (19:08) shawn could never do the cold (20:21) we want someone with the last name east to cross the finish line (20:43) how it was reuniting after the show (22:09) details about the mic pack we wore (23:00) andrew’s broken ribs (23:55) the after-show trauma (25:26) did we ever want to vw? (let me know if this should be “volunteer” or something else!) (33:00) our favorite trips from this year (34:26) how we navigate trying to be present in the home (37:30) our manuscript is done (39:13) going from 2 to 3 kids (43:00) how to balance 2 under 2 (46:12) send your baby shower and wedding invites our way :) (47:09) navigating being active during pregnancy (48:30) do we want more kids? 👀 (49:40) staying firm in our faith (50:45) our christmas traditions (53:35) our current 2026 goals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • 288: THE FINALE: Our Honest Debrief (Shawn Won!)

    288: THE FINALE: Our Honest Debrief (Shawn Won!)
    Nov 26 2025
    We made it to the FINALE- and nothing could’ve prepared us for what this last episode threw at us. At this point, we were exhausted, worn down, and hanging on by whatever grit we had left. The DS pushed us into the most intense test of the entire course: capture, interrogation, zero sleep, and moments that forced us to stay locked in when our minds wanted to tap out. We are so proud of each other walking into that final challenge together and we’re even more grateful you’ve been watching along with us. This finale was raw, surreal, and honestly one of the hardest things we’ve ever done. Can’t wait to hear what you think and wrap up this wild journey with you. Love, Shawn & Andrew From Shawn: Self doubt has creeped in over the years… after retirement, a failed comeback, and 3 kids. I wondered if I could. I feared I couldn’t. But dang….. it sure feels good knowing I did! I finished! It hurt. I learned a lot. I healed a lot. I’m better for it. Thank you to the DS for pushing me. You taught me so much! Getting those smiles and hugs at the end was the greatest reward! Thank you for being the best coaches ever. And to Gia… I’m so fricken proud of you! You pushed so hard and never gave up! Love you lady!" Nurture Life ▶ Head to https://www.NurtureLife.com/EASTFAM and use code EASTFAM for 55% off your first order PLUS free shipping NOBLTravel ▶ Biggest sale yet!!! Head to https://www.NOBLTravel.com for up to 58% OFF your entire order. After you purchase, they will ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them our show sent you. Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00) no more lies to hide!!! (01:00) doing this together and what that meant to us (02:27) the start of interrogation… but it should’ve been called something else 👀 (05:20) what we were most fearful of (07:20) honoring my wife (10:45) giving context as the hours ticked by (13:50) clarifying the confusion and trying to understand the “game” (27:20) weaving in and out of the different realities with the interrogators (29:50) what happened for 12+ hours during interrogation (32:50) them challenging our alibis during the dunking phase (42:50) navigating all the processing since being off the show (48:55) what happened after andrew left (50:35) officially passing the course (54:00) what it was like heading home (56:15) closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • 287: episode 8: our hardest day on the show (so far)

    287: episode 8: our hardest day on the show (so far)
    Nov 20 2025
    Welcome to our second episode of the week to catch up with EPISODE 8! Episode 8 pushed us to another level. After an already emotional week, this episode forced us to dig deep, confront our breaking points, and show a level of vulnerability we hadn’t yet let surface. The DS stripped away anything we were still hiding, and what came out were some of the rawest, most honest moments we’ve had on the course. Tough, humbling, and a turning point in the whole experience. Let us know what you thought about this episode, and we’ll see you for the final time.... FOR FINALE EPISODE!!!!!!! Love you guys, Shawn and Andrew Rocket Money ▶ Cancel your unwanted subscriptions and reach your financial goals faster with Rocket Money. Go to https://www.RocketMoney.com/eastfam today. Kachava ▶ Your future self will thank you. Go to https://www.kachava.comand use code EASTFAM for 15% off your next order. Skims ▶ If you’re looking for the perfect cozy gift this season, Shop the best pajamas at https://www.SKIMS.com/couplethings. After you place your order, make sure to select “podcast” in the survey and choose Couple Things from the dropdown menu. Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • 286 | Episode 7: The Rawest Moment of the Season

    286 | Episode 7: The Rawest Moment of the Season
    Nov 17 2025
    Welcome to today’s BONUS episode! We’re doing two reactions this week so we’re all caught up for the finale next week!! In Episode 7, we were hit hard. Shawn had a very real conversation with the DS about her perfectionism and what it means to keep her emotions in check. Then came the letters… and yep, they turned us into full on blubbery messes. It was emotional in the best way- probably the most meaningful challenge so far. Let us know what you thought about this episode, and we’ll see you again on Wednesday for EPISODE 8! Love you guys, Shawn and Andrew Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletter Follow our podcast Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00) we are getting back on track (00:58) mind maps and organizing our brains (11:15) losing mark, christie, and the effects of murder ball (16:16) the schedule for day 7 (17:34) the gas mask challenge and navigating our partners (21:30) the tone change on day 7 and the power of disappointment (23:10) letting the ds down and our own personal struggles (25:09) andrew’s gas mask challenge (30:08) the team’s constructive feedback moment and finding the breaking points (32:30) shawn’s interview and the deep personal takeaways from this experience (42:10) fox’s edits and how it has all been portrayed (44:55) our death letters and the impact it had on us (49:50) answering your questions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    54 mins
  • Intentional parenting with Brook and Elizabeth Mosser

    Intentional parenting with Brook and Elizabeth Mosser
    Nov 13 2025
    Today we sit down with Brook and Elizabeth Mosser, founders of Intentional Parents, to talk about marriage, parenting, and navigating life’s toughest challenges. From chronic illness to raising children with unique needs, they share their personal stories, practical advice, and faith-based strategies for building resilience in family life. Tune in for an honest, inspiring conversation about how to lead with intention, love, and purpose in your home :) Love you guys! Shawn & Andrew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • 285 | There was a shift in Episode 5: Special Forces

    285 | There was a shift in Episode 5: Special Forces
    Nov 12 2025
    We’re going back to talk about Episode 5! Last week we accidentally went ahead so let's take it back! Dang, this one was tough. We showed up to Day 5 knowing things were about to shift when the DS told anyone who had doubts to hand in their armband and leave. We saw a side of them we hadn’t seen before.We ran the brutal heat race, faced the backward dive, and left that episode more battered than we expected. We’re so grateful to have been a part of this show and can’t wait for you guys to watch how it all unfolds! Branch Basics ▶ go to https://www.BranchBasics.com/EASTFAM and use code EASTFAM for 15% off and FREE shipping. BEAM ▶ Go to https://www.ShopBeam.com/COUPLETHINGS and try Beam Kids today. Nurture Life ▶ head to https://www.NurtureLife.com/EASTFAM and use code EASTFAM for 55% off your first order PLUS free shipping Subscribe to our newsletter ▶ https://www.familymade.com/newsletterFollow our podcast Instagram ▶https://www.instagram.com/shawnandandrewpods/ Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@shawnjohnson Shop My LTK Page ▶ https://www.shopltk.com/explore/shawnjohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow Andrew’s Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Andrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00) why we love special forces: world’s toughest test (02:12) life updates and fall break (04:10) thank you for your comments (05:13) ravi and nick leaving (07:40) honoring those who serve (09:55) choosing to commit to the challenge and experience (13:00) day 5 schedule and entering the psychological challenges (18:12) the kit carry (32:16) the candy chaos (36:40) the trust fall begins (41:08) andrew’s trust fall (45:05) the nighttime beasting workout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    49 mins