The Determined Society with Shawn French

• Jeff Leach on Surviving Hollywood, Headlines, and Himself

  From voiceover icon to battlefield entertainer to relentless truth-seeker — Jeff Leach brings a perspective few can match. In this deep yet lighthearted sit-down with The Determined Society, Jeff opens up about his unlikely journey through fame, fallout, and fierce reinvention. Jeff Leach in Predator: Killer of Killers Jeff Leach voices Ivar, a fierce Viking warrior in Predator: Killer of Killers — the animated installment of the iconic sci‑fi horror franchise now available on Hulu. In the Viking segment of the anthology film series, Ivar is part of a brutal clash between humankind’s deadliest fighters and the Predator. With his gruff intensity and piercing grit, Jeff brings Ivar to life. This marks his first major role in the Predator universe. In-Studio: This episode covers comedy under fire, mental health in the media spotlight, and the grit it takes to rise from being “canceled” to calling the shots in your own life. With raw honesty and British wit, Jeff unpacks why purpose is the only punchline that matters. Topics Include: -The fallout of fame and cancel culture -Touring with the troops and comedy under pressure -Mental health, masculinity, and survival -Voice acting, Predator: Killer of Killers, Call of Duty, and reclaiming narrative -Identity, healing, and what comes next Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Jamie Kennedy's Unfiltered Hustle

  From Scream to Malibu’s Most Wanted to stealing the mic on the stand-up stage — Jamie Kennedy brings decades of hustle, heart, and heat to The Determined Society. In this episode, Shawn French goes deep with Jamie on the highs, lows, and straight-up weirdness of surviving Hollywood while staying true to your voice. They talk fame, cancel culture, faith, and why Jamie still grinds harder than most influencers half his age. It’s real, raw, and exactly what you didn’t know you needed. Whether you grew up quoting B-Rad or just caught him in his newest stand-up set, this episode pulls back the curtain on a man who's been in the game — and never stopped playing it his way. Topics Include:- Staying relevant through reinvention- Comedy under pressure and PC culture- The Malibu’s Most Wanted legacy- Fame, failure, and not giving a f*** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• Jay Leno: Legacy in Motion - Inside His Garage & Life

  In one of the most surreal episodes to date, Shawn French sits down with the legendary Jay Leno for an unforgettable conversation, inside his private garage. What unfolds is more than a tour of cars; it’s a masterclass in legacy, presence, and pursuing what you love without compromise. The Former "Tonight Show" host opens up about the evolution of comedy, craftsmanship, and collecting—not for clout, but for care. As they move through the iconic conversation of his life, they tap into something much deeper: how history teaches, humbles, and reminds us what really lasts.- A Garage Like No OtherStep inside Jay Leno’s personal collection—over 180 cars and 160 motorcycles—each with a story, a soul, and a moment in time. - Lessons From the Long GameFrom late-night to legacy, Jay reflects on what it means to stay relevant without losing yourself. - Humor, Humility, and HorsepowerUnfiltered stories from one of the greatest to ever do it—delivered with the same wit, generosity, and self-awareness that made him a household name. - Why Obsession Isn’t a Dirty WordJay explains how loving something—deeply and without apology—isn’t obsession. It’s devotion. Whether you’re a fan of comedy, cars, or simply mastering your craft over a lifetime, this episode is a once-in-a-generation conversation with a living legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• What Real Fatherhood Looks Like

  Nate Norman returns to The Determined Society for one of the most raw and transformative conversations on fatherhood, masculinity, and purpose. From recovering after back surgery to redefining what strength really means, Nate opens up about his identity shift, raising kids with intentionality, and the deep cost of emotional passivity. Every man needs to hear this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• $115 Million Later: Why Risk Built Everything

  Tanner Chidester built a $115M empire from scratch, no investors, no backup plan, just relentless drive. In this episode, he opens up to Shawn French about concussions, setbacks, online business, and how calculated risk is the only way to win big. From Division 1 football to leading Elite CEOs, this is a no-BS breakdown of grit, growth, and going all in. Subscribe for more raw conversations like this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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