Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew

Two weeks. Countless moments. One unforgettable Olympics.

In this final episode of the series, we look back at the biggest highlights, surprise upsets, breakout stars, and powerful stories that shaped the Games.

With perspective from someone who has competed at the Olympics, we talk about what these moments truly mean for the athletes, the legacy of the competition, and what we’ll remember long after the torch goes out.

Let us know in the comments, what was your favorite sport or moment to watch?

Love you guys,

Shawn & Andrew

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(00:00) concluding the olympic series & lindsey vonn

(02:19) the u.s. hockey teams coming out on top

(06:56) medal count: the u.s. brings home 12 golds

(09:14) alysa liu bringing a new wave to the olympics

(13:33) a shutout streak & a few spoilers 😉

(15:07) all about the world of skating

(19:27) slope standards & weather delays

(28:45) the speed skating accident

(32:26) freeski madness

(34:40) monobob, monobob, monobob

(35:35) the u.s. flag bearers

(36:13) a married couple making history

(38:48) sub-six-minute miles

(40:34) most-watched u.s. games since 2014

(41:40) we love the olympics! 
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In this episode, we sit down with Brianna LaPaglia (Brianna Chickenfry) for one of her most honest conversations yet. She opens up about her life, the relationships that shaped her, and what it was really like to face the grueling challenges of Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test.

Brianna shares moments the cameras didn’t capture, the obstacles that pushed her to her limits, and the lessons she took away from an experience that changed her forever.

On top of that, we dive into our unexpected friendship, how it started, and the bond that grew out of shared experiences. Laughs, raw honesty, and real-life stories make this conversation one you won’t want to miss!!

Whether you’re a fan of reality TV, curious about the life of Brianna Chickenfry, or just love real, unfiltered conversations about life, love, and resilience, this episode has something for you. We love you Brianna!!

Love you guys,
Shawn & Andrew

(00:00) all about brianna (01:06) end of an era (03:37) the start of her journey (05:57) the “party” background (09:33) why special forces (12:27) andrew’s soapbox (14:28) negative self-talk & healing (19:37) the impact of the internet (23:00) toughest special forces challenge (26:30) what really happened during “murder ball” (31:29) bri’s creative process & heart for family (39:17) how bri almost lost her leg (41:32) hobbies, work, goals & purpose (44:20) most shocking & favorite moments from special forces
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We’ve been absolutely hooked watching the 2026 Winter Games and after our last breakdown, it was clear you had a lot of questions about my experience and what it’s really like as an athlete at the Olympics!

So we went straight to Instagram, pulled your questions, and nothing was off limits.

In this Olympics Q&A, we break down:

• What the Olympic Village is really like
• The pressure of competing on the world stage
• What’s changed heading into 2026
• My honest thoughts on this year’s Winter Games

There’s so much that doesn’t make the broadcast and as someone who’s lived it, I’m giving you the real perspective!

We mentioned this in the intro, but here is a list of our favorite sports movies for families https://familymade.com/sportmovies

Also if we didn’t get to your question, drop it in the comments for part two, we love you guys!!

Shawn & Andrew

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(00:00) olympics being so unified for everyone and our family
(03:47) how do they navigate “cheating” and gear meeting all olympics standards
(14:47) “patriotic” for the world
(15:42) if we were in the olympic games…
(17:16) the inside look at the olympic villages
(23:58) food at the olympic villages
(26:44) two cities how many olympic villages?
(30:13) how often can you see family as a competing athlete?
(31:38) olympic rings tattoo
(32:30) dream olympic host city!
(36:39) different sports getting different attempts
(44:31) cherished olympic moment
(46:26) tuning out the noise
(49:00) navigating a hard coach vs a demeaning coach
(52:48) easier to watch on tv :)
(53:44) coming back to reality after the olympics
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The 2026 Winter Olympics are already chaotic, emotional, and absolutely SO FUN to watch. This week, we’re breaking it all down from a perspective you don’t usually get.

Let us know below what your favorites so far have been and if you're following along too!! Can't wait to hear from you guys :)

Here’s a page with all the family-friendly sports movies we mentioned at the beginning too: www.familymade.com/sportmovies

Love you guys!
Shawn & Andrew

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(00:00) the whole family is glued to the tv!

(02:55) our current media consumption

(07:18) our new series

(11:38) lindsey vonn’s comeback

(17:08) go team usa!

(19:05) opening ceremonies fits were so fresh

(23:27) our favorite parts of the olympics

(28:09) $200k for every team usa athlete

(34:04) team usa wins gold in figure skating

(37:38) madison chock and evan bates

(39:11) the curling squad

(41:45) slopestyle, halfpipe, and more

(43:10) team usa sends its largest-ever winter olympics delegation

(44:57) eileen gu and balancing life outside the olympics

(46:06) a mother–son duo

(47:22) a speed skating update

(49:03) snowboarding big air

(50:30) current medal count

(50:55) our favorite events
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In this conversation, we explore a very important conversation and touch on parenting in a modern world, making informed choices around health and wellness, and why legacy isn’t built through grand gestures, but through small, consistent decisions made over time.

The daily ride to school is an overlooked public health issue, how diesel exhaust impacts children’s development, and why electric school buses offer immediate, tangible benefits for kids, families, and communities.

Duncan breaks down what makes fleet electrification uniquely challenging — and how Highland removes the financial and logistical barriers so school districts can focus on what matters most: education.

From local school districts to the global stage of the LA28 Olympic & Paralympic Games, this episode is a reminder that progress doesn’t always mean reinventing the wheel — sometimes it means making something familiar healthier, quieter, and better for the next generation.

Love you guys!
Shawn & Andrew

(00:00) duncan & highland electric fleets — overview

(02:40) meet duncan

(06:04) curating meaningful experiences with your kids

(07:44) duncan’s how and why

(10:29) why join a startup in this industry

(15:00) what highland electric fleets does

(17:23) the benefits of electric fleets

(20:50) a community-driven mission

(24:35) la school districts + la28

(30:35) efficiency of this energy source
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