Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew

We’re back with our goal setting methods for 2026! Today we sat down and went over our individual, relational and family goals for this year. This is something Andrew and I do every single year and it’s been so beneficial to set tangible goals for ourselves and re-evaluate as the year goes on. We would love for you to set your own goals and we’ve provided our free template below to help you get started. Let us know how it goes! Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew Download our FREE Goal Setting Method ▶ https://www.familymade.com/vision-setting Check out Cove at https://www.covesmart.com and use code EASTFAM for an additional 10% off your first order. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://www.BetterHelp.com/EASTFAM For a limited time, Home Chef is offering my listeners 50% off and free shipping on your first box, plus free dessert for life. Go to https://www.HomeChef.com/EASTFAM. Branch Basics is now available everywhere you shop: at Target, Amazon, and of course https://www.BranchBasics.com. And for anyone grabbing the Premium Starter Kit, you can get 15% off at https://www.BranchBasics.com with our code EASTFAM. 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

In this episode, we’re taking a moment to reflect on our past year together- and honestly, what a year it’s been. We’re walking through everything that happened: the trips we never imagined we’d take, the amazing guests we've had on this show, the chaos that came with doing Special Forces, writing our upcoming book, settling into a new house, and all the unexpected highs and lows in between. This year challenged us, stretched us, and changed us in ways we’re still processing, but it also reminded us how lucky we are to do life- and this podcast, together. Most importantly, we just want to say thank you. We truly wouldn’t be here without you- our listeners. Your support, messages, and encouragement mean more to us than we can ever fully explain. We’re beyond grateful to have this community and so excited to celebrate another year of Couple Things with you. Here’s to what’s next 🤍 Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew Omaha Steaks ▶ Save big on gourmet gifts and more holiday favorites with Omaha Steaks. Visit https://www.OmahaSteaks.com. And for an extra $35 off, use code EASTFAM at checkout!! 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) why a year in review (00:42) moving into our new house (01:45) our special forces experience (02:23) a brand new book (03:39) the trip of a lifetime (06:10) college game day and pvf (06:35) beam kids + instant hydration (07:14) charity involvement (07:45) tijuana, family trips, a doctorate & more (11:40) how much you all loved the special forces episodes (16:25) connecting with arthur brooks (20:14) more special forces love (21:50) behind the scenes at the olympics (24:42) special forces and cutting back commentary (25:45) getting to interview the best people (32:21) comments from you all (32:55) this year’s stats (34:26) what we’re grateful for in 2025 + looking ahead to 2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We opened up a Q&A on Instagram and told you nothing was off limits… and you did not disappoint. In this episode, we’re answering the wild, vulnerable, uncomfortable, and spicy questions you sent in. If you’ve ever been curious, nosy, or just wanted the uncut version, this one’s for you. 😂 Love you guys! Shawn and Andrew Beam ▶ Go to https://www.shopbeam.com/couplethings and use code COUPLETHINGS for up to 40% off Beam Kids All-In-One Super Powder!! Kachava ▶ Calm the holiday chaos. Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code EASTFAM for 15% off your next order. Omaha Steaks ▶ Save big on gourmet gifts and more holiday favorites with Omaha Steaks. Visit https://www.OmahaSteaks.com. And for an extra $35 off, use code EASTFAM at checkout!! 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/AndrewDEastAndrew’s Tik Tok ▶ https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewdeast?lang=en (00:00:00) back to our regular programming (00:04:58) let’s end the year with a nothing-is-off-limits q&a (00:05:29) comment of the day (00:07:59) how much do we care about what people think of us? (00:10:31) what do we argue most about? (00:13:29) how do we make our money? (00:18:02) handling different sex drives (00:21:41) cremated or buried? (00:23:22) how long until you’d marry again? (00:24:18) being intentional about my relationship with food and aware of triggers (00:26:29) starting fresh on youtube (00:27:37) how faith shapes partnerships (00:27:47) working through parenting guilt (00:29:55) what happened to our coffee project? (00:30:54) our current insecurities (00:33:45) postpartum mama on health, fitness, and supplements (00:35:01) mental health check-in (00:38:06) handling different political viewpoints (00:40:20) celebrity look-alike (00:41:20) some things are off-limits 👀 (00:42:07) how we handle it when our spouse “lets us down” (00:45:25) our current plan for our dream compound (00:47:25) supporting your spouse through a miscarriage (00:49:46) social media and marriage (00:51:56) how do we “chill”? (00:53:40) relationships with our in-laws (00:54:30) top-of-the-list spicy times (00:56:45) the products we promote and why Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 (00:00) we believe everyone deserves redemption (11:40) tabloids, social media, and headlines don’t tell the full story (17:11) are there asterisks to redemption? (20:46) how do we create a world with less harm? (23:40) the idea of “good” or “bad” being tied to feeling loved (27:20) we are all on the same playing field (31:50) people’s comments on who is “deserving” of redemption (37:40) the foundational lessons we teach kids but forget as adults (40:45) marriage, redemption, and owning our mistakes (47:40) pause, stay curious, and keep standing in “the race” (51:51) practices and reflections for a redemption mindset Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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