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Charismatic mastermind and one-time meth cook Scott Scurlock befriended Steve Meyer and pulled him into a surreal world of treehouses and crime in Washington in the early to mid-90s. Scott earned notoriety as the most prolific bank robber ever in Washington state, and the nickname, “Hollywood,” for the extensive facial prosthetics he wore during the robberies.Shawn Johnson led the FBI team that apprehended Scott's associates, including Steve, in a bloody shootout, and resulted in Scott taking his own life. Steve and Shawn are here together, sharing their different perspectives on this remarkable true crime saga.Heroes Behind HeadlinesExecutive Producer Ralph PezzulloProduced & Engineered by Mike DawsonMusic provided by ExtremeMusic.com
No matter your experience with your earthly father, you have a Heavenly Father who loves you, is with you, and can do more than you could ever imagine. This Father's Day, Shawn Johnson and Dr. Harv Powers discuss parenting, healing from father wounds, and practical wisdom for becoming the father God has called you to be.
No matter your experience with your earthly father, you have a Heavenly Father who loves you, is with you, and can do more than you could ever imagine. This Father's Day, Shawn Johnson and Dr. Harv Powers discuss parenting, healing from father wounds, and practical wisdom for becoming the father God has called you to be.
Matt Smith and Olivia Cooke talk about their roles in “House of the Dragon.” Olympian, Shawn Johnson and her husband, Andrew East share more about their new book “The Courage to Commit.” Melissa Garcia shows off some problem-solving products ahead of the start of summer. And, father and son Chefs Jean-George and Cedric cook a grilled chicken dish and chocolate dessert. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
After losing her job during the pandemic, Shawn Johnson found a hobby and a passion in making toffee. She turned that passion into a business, and now Shawn is winning awards with her in-demand Crafian Artisanal Toffee. Shawn joined Kevin Powell and Michael Piff on the Chicago’s Very Own Eats Podcast to talk more about […]
Shawn Johnson and Andrew East are back with Sadie and Christian for a fun, honest conversation about why commitment feels so hard in a world with endless options. They talk dating, marriage, fear, parenting, and their new book, “The Courage to Commit,” while sharing how standing by the choices we make can lead to deeper freedom and stronger relationships. From dating-app culture to Shawn and Andrew's “Special Forces” TV show experience, they share what it looks like to stop second-guessing what matters. This Episode of WHOA That's Good is Sponsored By: https://lolablankets.com — Get 40% off select Lola Blankets products using code WHOA at checkout. Experience the world's #1 blanket with Lola Blankets. #sponsored https://loveoneinternational.org/whoa — For just $20 a month you'll provide life-saving support to a child in need. Plus, right now, when you join The Love Club, you'll receive an exclusive Love Club hat and one of the last few copies of my devotional, How to Put Love First. http://primallypure.com — Get 15% off your order when you use code WHOA at checkout! - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shawn Johnson won America's hearts as a gold medal gymnast at the 2008 Olympics. And her husband, Andrew East, is a former NFL player.But after their athletic careers, they stepped into the world of content creation – and quickly realized they had no idea what they were doing.They dove in headfirst, experimenting and learning as they went – with plenty of missteps along the way. But it worked: they've built a following of over 12 million people across all social channels. And together they run the media company Family Made – all while being true to themselves and their values.This conversation will give you the permission you need to just try stuff – even if it's not perfect, even if it doesn't work – because sometimes, just doing something teaches you exactly what you need to know. You'll also learn: The secret to being vulnerable as a leader without “emotionally vomiting” What all the best marketing has in common How to define what your brand really is The surprising feeling Shawn had at her Olympic medal ceremony Take your learning further. Get proven leadership advice from these (free!) resources: The How Leaders Lead App: A vast library of 90-second leadership lessons to stay sharp on the go Daily Insight Emails: One small (but powerful!) leadership principle to focus on each day Whichever you choose, you can be sure you'll get the trusted leadership advice you need to advance your career, develop your team, and grow your business.
#293: Most people know Shawn Johnson East as the Olympic gold medalist who captured the world's attention at just 16 years old. But in this episode, Shawn shares the lessons she's learned far beyond the gymnastics floor—from navigating identity after achieving her biggest dream to building a fulfilling marriage, career, and life rooted in purpose rather than external validation. Josie and Shawn discuss why so many people today struggle with decision paralysis & the constant feeling that something better might be waiting around the corner, the surprising connection between commitment and freedom, how to identify your core values, and why some of life's greatest rewards come from choosing something fully and staying with it long enough to experience the magic on the other side.You'll learn:Why passion is more important than talentHow to stop tying your worth to your achievementsWhy endless options can make us unhappyThe difference between commitment and settlingHow to identify your personal values and use them to make better decisionsWhy boredom is often a sign you're closer to growth than you thinkThe relationship advice Shawn says has transformed her marriageFor Detailed Show Notes visit theeverygirlpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on No Off Days, we dive into the Brendan Sorsby situation and get you primed for the World Cup with our resident soccer expert, Sean Barie. Plus, Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson East drops by to discuss her incredible career and inspiring work with Special Olympians, right before we test our vocabulary in a fun game of etymology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
As a pediatrician and mom, I know firsthand how easy it is to get overwhelmed by standard parenting tips and the pressure to have a perfect family life . In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and curated social media fairy tales, so many couples feel like they are constantly falling short . On this channel, my goal is to share the beautiful, unglamorous reality of making relationships work . We cannot just hope for a happy marriage and connection to happen by chance…we have to be intentional about creating it. That is why I love bringing authentic guests onto the podcast to share real, unfiltered relationship advice. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson East and former NFL player Andrew East to talk about their brand new book, The Courage to Commit. Shawn and Andrew remind us that we don't have to succumb to public judgment or relationship anxiety . Real growth happens in our everyday routines, like setting core family values, prioritizing weekly date nights, and learning how to celebrate failure . By breaking down the illusion of perfection and working through messy parenting moments, we can move past the comparison trap and build a resilient, peaceful home. Why treating commitment as an intentional choice is the key to lasting peace in marriage. How choosing fewer things and narrowing your focus can completely eliminate FOMO and relationship anxiety . Easy, practical ways to establish family values and protect intentional habits like weekly date nights . Why elite athletes, pediatricians, and parents must embrace failure as a necessary stepping stone to success. Breaking down the distinct voices in their new book, The Courage to Commit, and the inclusion of data-driven research. How a legendary gymnastics coach used reverse psychology to teach self-reflection and grit. How to find joy in the mundane, unglamorous preparation phases of parenting and family life. To connect with Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East follow them on Instagram @shawnjohnson and @andrewdeast and buy their new book, “The Courage to Committ”: https://thecouragetocommit.com/#pre-order 00:00:00 – Commitment vs. The Highlight-Reel Culture 00:01:22 – Introducing Shawn Johnson East & Andrew East 00:03:49 – Behind the Scenes of a Three-Year Book Journey 00:05:49 – Balancing Two Different Voices in Marriage & Writing 00:07:14 – Overcoming the Flaws of Modern Swipe Culture 00:11:11 – Why Society Hacks Relationships but Grinds in Sports 00:15:51 – The Ulysses Analogy: Drowning Out Distractions 00:18:42 – Defining Core Family Values & Setting Boundaries 00:23:07 – Choosing Depth Over Endless Variety 00:30:52 – Why the Cost of Maintenance is Cheaper Than Starting Over 00:37:11 – Knowing When to Persevere vs. When to Quit 00:50:11 – Finding Beauty in the Mundane, Unglamorous Moments 00:54:16 – Where to Buy The Courage to Commit & Final Review Call Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter! And don't forget to follow @pedsdoctalkpodcast on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The most meaningful lives aren't built on endless options. They're built on the courage to choose. In this conversation, Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson and former NFL player Andrew East share why commitment has become one of the most misunderstood ideas of our time and why the things we want most like joy, calm, mastery, deep relationships, thriving families, and meaningful work are found on the other side of sticking with something long enough to see what it can become. From marriage and parenting to athletics, business, and life beyond the spotlight, Shawn and Andrew offer a refreshing countercultural message for anyone feeling distracted, discouraged, or tempted to start over. This is a conversation about choosing depth over options, purpose over pressure, and believing that the life you want is worth building one committed day at a time. You're gonna love it!!! Get your copy of The Courage to Commit here Listen to The Couple Things Podcast Check out Andrew and Shawn's YouTube channel Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As a pediatrician and mom, I know firsthand how easy it is to get overwhelmed by standard parenting tips and the pressure to have a perfect family life . In a culture obsessed with quick fixes and curated social media fairy tales, so many couples feel like they are constantly falling short . On this channel, my goal is to share the beautiful, unglamorous reality of making relationships work . We cannot just hope for a happy marriage and connection to happen by chance…we have to be intentional about creating it. That is why I love bringing authentic guests onto the podcast to share real, unfiltered relationship advice. In this episode, I'm sitting down with Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson East and former NFL player Andrew East to talk about their brand new book, The Courage to Commit. Shawn and Andrew remind us that we don't have to succumb to public judgment or relationship anxiety . Real growth happens in our everyday routines, like setting core family values, prioritizing weekly date nights, and learning how to celebrate failure . By breaking down the illusion of perfection and working through messy parenting moments, we can move past the comparison trap and build a resilient, peaceful home. Why treating commitment as an intentional choice is the key to lasting peace in marriage. How choosing fewer things and narrowing your focus can completely eliminate FOMO and relationship anxiety . Easy, practical ways to establish family values and protect intentional habits like weekly date nights . Why elite athletes, pediatricians, and parents must embrace failure as a necessary stepping stone to success. Breaking down the distinct voices in their new book, The Courage to Commit, and the inclusion of data-driven research. How a legendary gymnastics coach used reverse psychology to teach self-reflection and grit. How to find joy in the mundane, unglamorous preparation phases of parenting and family life. To connect with Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East follow them on Instagram @shawnjohnson and @andrewdeast and buy their new book, “The Courage to Committ”: https://thecouragetocommit.com/#pre-order 00:00:00 – Commitment vs. The Highlight-Reel Culture 00:01:22 – Introducing Shawn Johnson East & Andrew East 00:03:49 – Behind the Scenes of a Three-Year Book Journey 00:05:49 – Balancing Two Different Voices in Marriage & Writing 00:07:14 – Overcoming the Flaws of Modern Swipe Culture 00:11:11 – Why Society Hacks Relationships but Grinds in Sports 00:15:51 – The Ulysses Analogy: Drowning Out Distractions 00:18:42 – Defining Core Family Values & Setting Boundaries 00:23:07 – Choosing Depth Over Endless Variety 00:30:52 – Why the Cost of Maintenance is Cheaper Than Starting Over 00:37:11 – Knowing When to Persevere vs. When to Quit 00:50:11 – Finding Beauty in the Mundane, Unglamorous Moments 00:54:16 – Where to Buy The Courage to Commit & Final Review Call Our podcasts are also now on YouTube. If you prefer a video podcast with closed captioning, check us out there and subscribe to PedsDocTalk. Get trusted pediatric advice, relatable parenting insights, and evidence-based tips delivered straight to your inbox—join thousands of parents who rely on the PDT newsletter to stay informed, supported, and confident. Join the newsletter! And don't forget to follow @pedsdoctalkpodcast on Instagram—our new space just for parents looking for real talk and real support. We love the sponsors that make this show possible! You can always find all the special deals and codes for all our current sponsors on the PedsDocTalk Podcast Sponsorships page of the website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ever found yourself stuck in the paralysis of too many choices? This week, we're joined by Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East to talk about their new book, Courage to Commit. Yes, Shawn is an Olympic gold medalist. Yes, Andrew played in the NFL. And while they are both super talented and successful, their lives have taken commitment and work.We live in a world that constantly tells us to keep our options open. But when you choose something, whether it's a relationship, a career path, a healthy habit, or even a workout routine, it can actually bring more peace and less anxiety. Shawn and Andrew share stories from marriage, parenting, athletics, and business, including the lessons they've learned from sticking with hard things and the mistakes they've made along the way. (Plus, Penn learns more about presidential biographies than he ever wanted to.) If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just need a reminder that growth usually happens one small commitment at a time, I think you'll really enjoy this one. We love to hear from you! Leave us a message at 323-364-3929 or write the show at podcast@theholdernessfamily.com. You can also watch our podcast on YouTube.Pre-order Get It Done & Have FunVisit Our ShopJoin Our NewsletterFind us on SubstackFollow us on InstagramFollow us on TikTokFollow us on FacebookLaugh Lines with Kim & Penn Holderness is an evolution of The Holderness Family Podcast, which began in 2018. Kim and Penn Holderness are award-winning online content creators known for their original music, song parodies, comedy sketches, and weekly podcasts. Their videos have resulted in over three billion views and over nine million followers since 2013. Penn and Kim are also authors of the New York Times Bestselling Books, ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide To (Mostly) Thriving With ADHD and All You Can Be With ADHD. They were also winners on The Amazing Race (Season 33) on CBS. Laugh Lines is hosted and executive produced by Kim Holderness and Penn Holderness, with original music by Penn Holderness. Laugh Lines is also written and produced by Ann Marie Taepke, and edited and produced by Sam Allen. It is hosted by Acast. Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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I sat down with my wife Stef, Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson East, and former NFL player Andrew East to dig into their new book, The Courage to Commit.We talk about why this generation is running from commitment, how defining your family values creates real peace, the collateral damage that comes from being committed to the wrong things, what Shawn and Andrew learned about commitment after their elite athletic careers ended, and why the deepest joys come after, not before, you plant your flag and go all in.ORDER SHAWN & ANDREW'S BOOK HERE:https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0FRR3HBJ5?tag=randohouseinc7986-20FOLLOW THEIR PODCAST:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfo5aZL8pvt8j6UYYkkyz5AORDER MY BOOK HERE: https://www.amazon.com/Go-One-More-Intentional-Life-Changing/dp/1637746210FOLLOW BPN:Become a BPN member FOR FREE - Unlock 25% off FOR LIFE https://www.bareperformancenutrition.com/collections/performance-nutritionIG: instagram.com/nickbarefitness/YT: youtube.com/@nickbarefitnessThis podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal [health or profession] advice. Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN) is not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast. This podcast is not intended to replace professional medical advice.This podcast may not be republished without the written consent of Bare Performance Nutrition (BPN)
This week, Becky is teaming up with a fellow former Olympian, content creator and author of "The Courage to Commit," Shawn Johnson East to talk about how her committed mentality as a professional athlete has rewarded her in all areas of her life: business ventures, a beautiful family - and a coop of ten chickens.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Shawn Johnson East joins Bobby to look back on her life as an Olympic gymnast and the pressure that came with competing at the highest level from such a young age. She shares what it was like doing Dancing with the Stars at 17, why Olympic trials felt even harder than the actual Olympics, and how the constant need to win affected her mentally. Shawn also opens up about why she retired young, learning to separate her identity from gymnastics, and what life has looked like after stepping away from the sport that defined so much of her childhood. Watch The BobbyCast on Netflix! Follow on Instagram: @TheBobbyCast Follow on TikTok: @TheBobbyCastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East discuss the importance of commitment, resilience, and raising capable kids. Drawing from their experiences as elite athletes and parents, they share how supportive parents helped them build confidence through challenges rather than rescuing them from discomfort. The conversation highlights the value of letting children develop independence, discover their unique passions, learn from failure, and stick with things that matter, while emphasizing that growth and joy often come through perseverance rather than quick success. Resources mentioned: The Courage to Commit: Embrace the Radical Power of Sticking With Something by Shawn Johnson and Andrew East Couple Things with Shawn and Andrew Family Made . . . . . . Sign up to receive the bi-monthly newsletter to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Pre-order our new book, Capable and grab tickets for Capable - The Book Tour here! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . . If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our Advertise With Us form. QUINCE: Go to Quince.com/rbg for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg. Exclusions apply. SHOPIFY: Go to https://tinyurl.com/RBGShopify to learn more about Shopify! THE WONDER PROJECT: Subscriber support makes more great content like I Gotta Ask with Annie F. Downs possible. The Wonder Project subscription on Prime Video is available in the U.S. for $8.99/month or $89.99/year after a 7-day free trial. Visit IGottaAsk.com to learn more! THE ABSORPTION COMPANY: Visit absorbmore.com and use code RBG for up to 35% off your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shawn Johnson graduated from Winona State University in Winona, Minnesota, with a degree in Criminal Justice before earning his Juris Doctorate from William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul, Minnesota. He was immediately accepted into the FBI, trained at the FBI Academy, and assigned to the Seattle Division. There, he worked on the Green River Serial Murder investigation before joining the Violent Crimes Squad, where he investigated bank robberies, fugitives, interstate theft, extortions, and kidnappings. His legal background also led to service as Assistant Chief Division Counsel. Johnson later joined the National Security Squad, working counterterrorism and counterintelligence operations, including joint overseas investigations with the United States Army and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Returning to the Violent Crimes Squad, he played a key role in the Hollywood investigation, helped establish the Puget Sound Violent Crime Task Force, served as Bank Robbery Coordinator, and authored the Division's Bank Robbery Response Plan. After transferring to the Milwaukee Division's Madison Resident Agency, he focused on drug conspiracy investigations, employing sophisticated surveillance techniques that contributed to major takedowns of drug organizations in Chicago and Madison. Following 9/11, he managed the newly established Madison Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF), overseeing federal and local efforts to investigate international terrorism. Johnson later returned to the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia, where he instructed new agents in criminal investigations, counterterrorism investigations, and Human Intelligence (HUMINT). His final FBI assignment was with the Directorate of Intelligence, training agents in HUMINT policy and procedures. Upon retiring from the FBI, he founded Wolf & Owl LLC, where he continues to train FBI personnel in support of the Bureau's mission to protect the United States. Steven Meyers was the partner and principal accomplice of Scott Scurlock, better known as "Hollywood," the notorious bank robber responsible for a string of high-profile bank heists in the Seattle area during the 1990s. Over the course of four and a half years, Meyers worked closely with Scurlock and their crew in planning and executing 19 bank robberies that resulted in the theft of more than $2.3 million. Beyond participating in the operation, Meyers helped develop the plans, create disguises, and support the methods that allowed the crew to evade law enforcement for years. Meyers and Scurlock were deeply involved in every aspect of the enterprise, including planning operations, laundering money, and acquiring vehicles and equipment. As Scurlock's closest collaborator, Meyers gained a unique understanding of the man behind the "Hollywood" persona and the motivations that drove one of the Pacific Northwest's most infamous crime sprees. In 2023, Meyers was featured in the Netflix documentary *How to Rob a Bank*, providing firsthand insight into the robberies and the inner workings of the crew. Today, he joins retired FBI Special Agent Shawn Johnson—the lead investigator who helped solve the case—to share the untold stories behind the Hollywood robberies and offer perspectives from both sides of one of the most remarkable bank robbery investigations in modern history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shawn Johnson East joins Avery for one of the most open, honest, and fun conversations yet. The Olympic gold medalist opens up about growing up in Des Moines with a coach who changed everything, what it really felt like to walk into the Beijing Olympics at 16, and the identity crisis that followed retiring from the sport she built her whole life around. Shawn gets real about her mental health journey, how she ghosted her now-husband Andrew for nine months before moving her whole life to Nashville for him, and what it's actually like raising three wild kids while running a business. Plus, she won Special Forces, she wrote a book, and she has thoughts on Kylie Jenner's iced coffee. You're going to love her. Pre-order link: https://thecouragetocommit.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Healthy marriages are built on mutual submission, not self-preservation.In Week 1 of our Summer Lovin' series, Shawn Johnson teaches from Ephesians 5:21 and explores what it means to submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Looking at the example of Jesus, we see that real love serves, surrenders, and sacrifices. When we pursue Christ first, the fruit of the Spirit begin shaping the way we love our spouse.Scripture reminds us that love is patient, kind, and not self-seeking. This message challenges us to pursue humility, confess where we've fallen short, and take practical steps toward healing and deeper connection in our marriages.
Healthy marriages are built on mutual submission, not self-preservation.In Week 1 of our Summer Lovin' series, Shawn Johnson teaches from Ephesians 5:21 and explores what it means to submit to one another out of reverence for Christ. Looking at the example of Jesus, we see that real love serves, surrenders, and sacrifices. When we pursue Christ first, the fruit of the Spirit begin shaping the way we love our spouse.Scripture reminds us that love is patient, kind, and not self-seeking. This message challenges us to pursue humility, confess where we've fallen short, and take practical steps toward healing and deeper connection in our marriages.
Find out what really happened in the story behind the Netflix Original Documentary How to Rob a Bank with FBI Agent Shawn Johnson and professional bank robber Steven Meyers.Two sides of the law. One case. Today on Death in Entertainment.
Hearing from God often begins with slowing down long enough to listen.In this message, Shawn Johnson walks through what it means to seek God daily through prayer, Scripture, waiting, and obedience. From the Lord's Prayer to Jesus in the garden, this sermon explores how God speaks through relationship, surrender, wisdom, and His Word.
Hearing from God often begins with slowing down long enough to listen.In this message, Shawn Johnson walks through what it means to seek God daily through prayer, Scripture, waiting, and obedience. From the Lord's Prayer to Jesus in the garden, this sermon explores how God speaks through relationship, surrender, wisdom, and His Word.
True Crime Tuesday presents The Treehouse: How To Rob A Bank/The True Story of Hollywood, The Bank Robber with FBI Agent, Shawn Johnson, and Ex-Convict/Author. Steven Myers! In the gray hues of Seattle, two men, Steven and Scott, are locked in a perilous journey beyond the law's reach. Entangled in a world of bank heists and fleeting loyalties, they chase redemption in a society relentless in pursuit. Amid adrenaline-fueled escapades and moral dilemmas, their kinship deepens, culminating in an unexpected bond. The tale traces their odyssey against the unforgiving backdrop of the law, culminating in the tragic end of Hollywood, a man who lived and died on his own terms, leaving a legacy entwined with the lives he touched.On Today's TCT, FBI Agent, Shawn Johnson and Bank Robbing Accomplice/Author, Steven Myers join the program to tell the story from two different sides of the Hollywood Bank Robber, Scott Scurlock! We talk to both men about why the crime differed from so many other bank robberies... why Steven feels the crimes were "non-violent", despite the use of guns and threats, What made Scott Spurlock different from other criminals, and impressive feats he accomplished that even astonished law enforcement, and whether Hollywood could have had another life on the right side of the law!Get your copy of "The Treehouse ..." here: https://bit.ly/433V1EkPLUS: AN ALL-NEW DUMB CRIMES/STUPID CRIMINALS WITH WAYNE D. Check out Wayne D. on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heswayned/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HesWayneD/X; https://x.com/HesWayneDIHeart: https://thebig98.iheart.com/featured/wayne-and-tay/See the video of the Tampa officer finding the Heineken in a Happy Meal here: https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/video-tampa-officers-find-beer-can-in-happy-meal-during-dui-investigation/amp/For the first time, get ALL NEW TRUE CRIME TUESDAY GEAR! Represent your favorite true crime podcast in style! There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store at our website! Check out the Darkness Radio Store! https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps!and subscribe to the Darkness Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis#crime #truecrime #truecrimepodcasts #truecrimetuesday #shawnjohnson #fbi #stevenmyers #thetreehouse #thetruestoryofhollywoodthebankrobber #bankrobbery #armedrobbery #drugdealing #policeprocedure #drugsmuggling #murder #hellsangels #crimescene #forensicevidence #vaultrobbery #moneytrackers #explodingdyepacks #prostethicmakeup #seattlewashington #thetreehouse #dumbcrimesstupidcriminals #TimDennis #wayned #nashvillepredators #waynedandtaypodcast #saturdaynighthouseparrty #floridaman #drugcrimes #foodcrimes #stupidcrimes #funnycrimes #pastalegobandit #sexcrimes
True Crime Tuesday presents The Treehouse: How To Rob A Bank/The True Story of Hollywood, The Bank Robber with FBI Agent, Shawn Johnson, and Ex-Convict/Author. Steven Myers! In the gray hues of Seattle, two men, Steven and Scott, are locked in a perilous journey beyond the law's reach. Entangled in a world of bank heists and fleeting loyalties, they chase redemption in a society relentless in pursuit. Amid adrenaline-fueled escapades and moral dilemmas, their kinship deepens, culminating in an unexpected bond. The tale traces their odyssey against the unforgiving backdrop of the law, culminating in the tragic end of Hollywood, a man who lived and died on his own terms, leaving a legacy entwined with the lives he touched.On Today's TCT, FBI Agent, Shawn Johnson and Bank Robbing Accomplice/Author, Steven Myers join the program to tell the story from two different sides of the Hollywood Bank Robber, Scott Scurlock! We talk to both men about why the crime differed from so many other bank robberies... why Steven feels the crimes were "non-violent", despite the use of guns and threats, What made Scott Spurlock different from other criminals, and impressive feats he accomplished that even astonished law enforcement, and whether Hollywood could have had another life on the right side of the law!Get your copy of "The Treehouse ..." here: https://bit.ly/433V1EkPLUS: AN ALL-NEW DUMB CRIMES/STUPID CRIMINALS WITH WAYNE D. Check out Wayne D. on social media!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heswayned/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HesWayneD/X; https://x.com/HesWayneDIHeart: https://thebig98.iheart.com/featured/wayne-and-tay/See the video of the Tampa officer finding the Heineken in a Happy Meal here: https://www.wfla.com/news/hillsborough-county/video-tampa-officers-find-beer-can-in-happy-meal-during-dui-investigation/amp/For the first time, get ALL NEW TRUE CRIME TUESDAY GEAR! Represent your favorite true crime podcast in style! There are new and different (and really cool) items all the time in the Darkness Radio Online store at our website! Check out the Darkness Radio Store! https://www.darknessradioshow.com/store/Make sure you update your Darkness Radio Apple Apps!and subscribe to the Darkness Radio YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@DRTimDennis#crime #truecrime #truecrimepodcasts #truecrimetuesday #shawnjohnson #fbi #stevenmyers #thetreehouse #thetruestoryofhollywoodthebankrobber #bankrobbery #armedrobbery #drugdealing #policeprocedure #drugsmuggling #murder #hellsangels #crimescene #forensicevidence #vaultrobbery #moneytrackers #explodingdyepacks #prostethicmakeup #seattlewashington #thetreehouse #dumbcrimesstupidcriminals #TimDennis #wayned #nashvillepredators #waynedandtaypodcast #saturdaynighthouseparrty #floridaman #drugcrimes #foodcrimes #stupidcrimes #funnycrimes #pastalegobandit #sexcrimes
Shawn Johnson, senior vice president-national accounts, trade loyalty and events, for Abercrombie & Kent Travel Group (AKTG), talks with James Shillinglaw of Insider Travel Report at last months A&K 100 Club in Chicago, about the importance of the event, which gathers 100 top-selling advisors for AKTG. Johnson also details the breadth of product that AKTG now has for advisors to sell—from safaris and tours around the world to ocean and river cruises. For more information, visit www.abercrombiekent.com or www.crystalcruises.com. All our Insider Travel Report video interviews are archived and available on our Youtube channel (youtube.com/insidertravelreport), and as podcasts with the same title on: Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, PlayerFM, Listen Notes, Podchaser, TuneIn + Alexa, Podbean, iHeartRadio, Google, Amazon Music/Audible, Deezer, Podcast Addict, and iTunes Apple Podcasts, which supports Overcast, Pocket Cast, Castro and Castbox.
Former FBI Agent Shawn Johnson and former bank robber Steven Meyers join "Mind Over Murder" hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley to discuss their new Netflix series "How to Rob a Bank." The series tells the true story of how Shawn Johnson and an FBI Seattle task force pursued a team of highly successful bank robbers including Scott Shurlock, known as 'Hollywood' for his elaborate masks, and his accomplice Steven Meyers, who collected more than $2.9 million in their robbery series. This part 2 of 2 episodes on "how to Rob a Bank."Netflix: How to Rob a Bank: https://www.netflix.com/title/81427740The Treehouse: The True Story of Hollywood the Bank Robber:https://www.amazon.com/Treehouse-True-Story-Hollywood-Robber-ebook/dp/B0FV28G4C7NBC: FBI Norfolk field office links deceased suspect to additional Colonial Parkway Murders In January 2026, the FBI announced Alan Wade Wilmer Sr. is responsible for the 1986 Virginia murders of Cathleen Thomas and Rebecca Dowski.https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/cold-case-spotlight/colonial-parkway-murders-cathleen-thomas-rebecca-dowski-resolved-rcna255097American Detective TV series: Colonial Parkway Murders:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fp3rNRZnL0EWashingtonian: A Murder on the Rappahannock River:https://www.washingtonian.com/2019/06/27/murder-on-the-rappahannock-river-emerson-stevens-mary-harding-innocence-project/WTKR News 3: One year after development in Colonial Parkway Murders, where do things stand?https://www.wtkr.com/news/in-the-community/historic-triangle/one-year-after-development-in-colonial-parkway-murders-where-do-things-standWon't you help the Mind Over Murder podcast increase our visibility and shine the spotlight on the "Colonial Parkway Murders" and other unsolved cases? Contribute any amount you can here:https://www.gofundme.com/f/mind-over-murder-podcast-expenses?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customerWTVR CBS News: Colonial Parkway murders victims' families keep hope cases will be solved:https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/colonial-parkway-murders-update-april-19-2024WAVY TV 10 News: New questions raised in Colonial Parkway murders:https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/new-questions-raised-in-colonial-parkway-murders/Alan Wade Wilmer, Sr. has been named as the killer of Robin Edwards and David Knobling in the Colonial Parkway Murders in September 1987, as well as the murderer of Teresa Howell in June 1989. He has also been linked to the April 1988 disappearance and likely murder of Keith Call and Cassandra Hailey, another pair in the Colonial Parkway Murders.13News Now investigates: A serial killer's DNA will not be entered into CODIS database:https://www.13newsnow.com/video/news/local/13news-now-investigates/291-e82a9e0b-38e3-4f95-982a-40e960a71e49WAVY TV 10 on the Colonial Parkway Murders Announcement with photos:https://www.wavy.com/news/crime/deceased-man-identified-as-suspect-in-decades-old-homicides/WTKR News 3https://www.wtkr.com/news/is-man-linked-to-one-of-the-colonial-parkway-murders-connected-to-the-other-casesVirginian Pilot: Who was Alan Wade Wilmer Sr.? Man suspected in two ‘Colonial Parkway' murders died alone in 2017https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/01/14/who-was-alan-wade-wilmer-sr-man-suspected-in-colonial-parkway-murders-died-alone-in-2017/Colonial Parkway Murders Facebook page with more than 18,000 followers: https://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCaseYou can also participate in an in-depth discussion of the Colonial Parkway Murders here:https://earonsgsk.proboards.com/board/50/colonial-parkway-murdersMind Over Murder is proud to be a Spreaker Prime Podcaster:https://www.spreaker.comJoin the discussion on our Mind Over MurderColonial Parkway Murders website: https://colonialparkwaymurders.com Mind Over Murder Podcast website: https://mindovermurderpodcast.comPlease subscribe and rate us at your favorite podcast sites. Ratings and reviews are very important. Please share and tell your friends!We launch a new episode of "Mind Over Murder" every Monday morning, and a bonus episode every Thursday morning.Sponsors: Othram and DNAsolves.comContribute Your DNA to help solve cases: https://dnasolves.com/user/registerFollow "Mind Over Murder" on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderOverFollow Bill Thomas on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BillThomas56Follow "Colonial Parkway Murders" on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCase/Follow us on InstaGram:: https://www.instagram.com/colonialparkwaymurders/Check out the entire Crawlspace Media network at http://crawlspace-media.com/All rights reserved. Mind Over Murder, Copyright Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley, Another Dog Productions/Absolute Zero ProductionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mind-over-murder--4847179/support.
Former FBI Agent Shawn Johnson and former bank robber Steven Meyers join "Mind Over Murder" hosts Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley to discuss their new Netflix series "How to Rob a Bank." The series tells the true story of how Shawn Johnson and an FBI Seattle task force pursued a team of highly successful bank robbers including Scott Shurlock, known as 'Hollywood' for his elaborate masks, and his accomplice Steven Meyers, who collected more than $2.9 million in their robbery series. Netflix: How to Rob a Bank: https://www.netflix.com/title/81427740The Treehouse: The True Story of Hollywood the Bank Robber:https://www.amazon.com/Treehouse-True-Story-Hollywood-Robber-ebook/dp/B0FV28G4C7NBC: FBI Norfolk field office links deceased suspect to additional Colonial Parkway Murders In January 2026, the FBI announced Alan Wade Wilmer Sr. is responsible for the 1986 Virginia murders of Cathleen Thomas and Rebecca Dowski.https://www.nbcnews.com/dateline/cold-case-spotlight/colonial-parkway-murders-cathleen-thomas-rebecca-dowski-resolved-rcna255097American Detective TV series: Colonial Parkway Murders:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fp3rNRZnL0EWashingtonian: A Murder on the Rappahannock River:https://www.washingtonian.com/2019/06/27/murder-on-the-rappahannock-river-emerson-stevens-mary-harding-innocence-project/WTKR News 3: One year after development in Colonial Parkway Murders, where do things stand?https://www.wtkr.com/news/in-the-community/historic-triangle/one-year-after-development-in-colonial-parkway-murders-where-do-things-standWon't you help the Mind Over Murder podcast increase our visibility and shine the spotlight on the "Colonial Parkway Murders" and other unsolved cases? Contribute any amount you can here:https://www.gofundme.com/f/mind-over-murder-podcast-expenses?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customerWTVR CBS News: Colonial Parkway murders victims' families keep hope cases will be solved:https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/colonial-parkway-murders-update-april-19-2024WAVY TV 10 News: New questions raised in Colonial Parkway murders:https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/new-questions-raised-in-colonial-parkway-murders/Alan Wade Wilmer, Sr. has been named as the killer of Robin Edwards and David Knobling in the Colonial Parkway Murders in September 1987, as well as the murderer of Teresa Howell in June 1989. He has also been linked to the April 1988 disappearance and likely murder of Keith Call and Cassandra Hailey, another pair in the Colonial Parkway Murders.13News Now investigates: A serial killer's DNA will not be entered into CODIS database:https://www.13newsnow.com/video/news/local/13news-now-investigates/291-e82a9e0b-38e3-4f95-982a-40e960a71e49WAVY TV 10 on the Colonial Parkway Murders Announcement with photos:https://www.wavy.com/news/crime/deceased-man-identified-as-suspect-in-decades-old-homicides/WTKR News 3https://www.wtkr.com/news/is-man-linked-to-one-of-the-colonial-parkway-murders-connected-to-the-other-casesVirginian Pilot: Who was Alan Wade Wilmer Sr.? Man suspected in two ‘Colonial Parkway' murders died alone in 2017https://www.pilotonline.com/2024/01/14/who-was-alan-wade-wilmer-sr-man-suspected-in-colonial-parkway-murders-died-alone-in-2017/Colonial Parkway Murders Facebook page with more than 18,000 followers: https://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCaseYou can also participate in an in-depth discussion of the Colonial Parkway Murders here:https://earonsgsk.proboards.com/board/50/colonial-parkway-murdersMind Over Murder is proud to be a Spreaker Prime Podcaster:https://www.spreaker.comJoin the discussion on our Mind Over MurderColonial Parkway Murders website: https://colonialparkwaymurders.com Mind Over Murder Podcast website: https://mindovermurderpodcast.comPlease subscribe and rate us at your favorite podcast sites. Ratings and reviews are very important. Please share and tell your friends!We launch a new episode of "Mind Over Murder" every Monday morning, and a bonus episode every Thursday morning.Sponsors: Othram and DNAsolves.comContribute Your DNA to help solve cases: https://dnasolves.com/user/registerFollow "Mind Over Murder" on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MurderOverFollow Bill Thomas on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BillThomas56Follow "Colonial Parkway Murders" on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ColonialParkwayCase/Follow us on InstaGram:: https://www.instagram.com/colonialparkwaymurders/Check out the entire Crawlspace Media network at http://crawlspace-media.com/All rights reserved. Mind Over Murder, Copyright Bill Thomas and Kristin Dilley, Another Dog Productions/Absolute Zero ProductionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/mind-over-murder--4847179/support.
Shawn Robert Johnson grew up in Asbury Park, New Jersey, where much of his childhood was shaped by poverty, instability, and his parents' struggles with drug addiction. Basketball became his escape, but when his family could no longer afford the costs of playing, Shawn was pulled into the streets—eventually becoming involved in drug dealing and gang life. In 2006, a violent altercation led to two incidents where Shawn says he acted in self-defense. He was arrested in Pittsburgh, extradited to New Jersey, and after losing at trial was sentenced to 60 years in prison. While incarcerated at New Jersey State Prison in Trenton, Shawn transformed his life. He deepened his faith, focused on rehabilitation, and wrote books on youth mentorship, financial literacy, motivation, spirituality, and men's mental health, while also sharing motivational messages on social media. After years of denied appeals, Shawn's case was reviewed under New Jersey's clemency initiative. Represented by Joseph Krakora, 41 years were commuted from his sentence, recognizing both his rehabilitation and evidence supporting his self-defense claim. On December 4, 2025, Shawn was released—granted a second chance at life. Today he uses his story to mentor, motivate, and help others avoid the path he once walked. Follow Shawn: TikTok & Instagram: @shawjohn1222 YouTube Find The Suffering Podcast The Suffering Podcast Instagram Kevin Donaldson Instagram Apple Podcast Spotify Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In the gray hues of Seattle, two men, Steven and Scott, are locked in a perilous journey beyond the law's reach. Entangled in a world of bank heists and fleeting loyalties, they chase redemption in a society relentless in pursuit. Amid adrenaline-fueled escapades and moral dilemmas, their kinship deepens, culminating in an unexpected bond. The tale traces their odyssey against the unforgiving backdrop of the law, culminating in the tragic end of Hollywood, a man who lived and died on his own terms, leaving a legacy entwined with the lives he touched.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Can't believe it's been 10 years. HOW. So much of life has happened in that time & we wouldn't change it for the world! You can find the books we mentioned here ▶ https://www.amazon.com/shop/shawnjohnsoneast/list/LJALQY5VSMTD?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ons_mixed_d Pre-order our book The Courage to Commit ▶ https://thecouragetocommit.com/Branch Basics is now available everywhere you shop: at Target, Target.com, Amazon, and of course, BranchBasics.com. Tossing the toxins has never been more convenient!Timeline's clinically proven formula is now available at a new, lower price. Mitopure now starts at $71 when you subscribe at https://www.timeline.com/EASTFAM.Home Chef is offering my listeners FIFTY PERCENT OFF and free shipping for your first box PLUS free dessert for life! Go to https://www.HomeChef.com/EASTFAM.If you're thinking about adding a sports court or upgrading your outdoor space, head to https://americasportsconstruction.com/?utm_source=Shawn+Johnson&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=Shawn+Johnson+Referral&utm_id=Shawn-Johnson-Referral Thanks for celebrating with us! shopbeam.com/beamkids Follow My Instagram ▶ https://www.instagram.com/ShawnJohnson Like the Facebook page! ▶ https://www.facebook.com/ShawnJohnson Follow My Twitter ▶ https://www.twitter.com/ShawnJohnson Snapchat! ▶ @ShawneyJ Follow AndrewsTwitter ▶ http://www.twitter.com/AndrewDEast Follow My Instagram ▶ http://www.instagram.com/AndrewDEast Like the Facebook page! ▶ http://www.facebook.com/AndrewDEast Snapchat! ▶ @AndrewDEast (00:00) our 10-year anniversary q&a (01:24) the very first date (03:04) pre-order our book! (05:26) disagreements around parenting (07:29) how we knew “it was time” (10:31) marriage seems like a lot of work (11:59) would we change anything in the last 10 years? (13:15) controlling what we can control (16:20) new things we've learned about each other (18:34) 6, 4, & 2 are iconic ages (20:39) boundaries while being in the public eye (22:09) i'm obsessed with you (22:39) navigating budgeting (25:04) keeping the marriage alive post-kids (27:49) best trips ever (pre & post kids) (31:54) our biggest arguments (35:32) who made the first move (36:18) most valuable shift in our marriage (38:21) forgiveness changing everything (43:34) sharing our faith journey (45:01) when we became comfortable with each other (48:19) the “roommate phase” (54:33) complimenting vs. complaining (55:20) do we watch tv anymore? (56:34) top 5 marriage & parenting books Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailJoin us as we dive deeper into what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus. In light of the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations, we'll explore what a disciple looks like and how being discipled can transform every part of your life.
Send us Fan MailJoin us as we dive deeper into what it truly means to be a disciple of Jesus. In light of the Great Commission to make disciples of all nations, we'll explore what a disciple looks like and how being discipled can transform every part of your life.
Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Bible Chapters: Matthew 25 Speaker: Pastor Shawn Johnson We do something very unusual in our Bible study! We read the Bible! Typically, from 2 to 5 chapters per session.
Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Bible Chapters: Matthew 25 Speaker: Pastor Shawn Johnson We do something very unusual in our Bible study! We read the Bible! Typically, from 2 to 5 chapters per session.
Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Bible Chapters: Matthew 25 Speaker: Pastor Shawn Johnson We do something very unusual in our Bible study! We read the Bible! Typically, from 2 to 5 chapters per session.
WARNING: This episode contains conversations about suicide ideation and may not be suitable for all listeners/viewers. How do you get back up when life seems determined to knock you down? What does it look like to move toward the fire of adversity and pain in our lives instead of running from it?For author and pastor Shawn Johnson, the challenges of growing up in a home marked by addiction, battling his own addiction and suicide attempts, and later facing crippling anxiety and panic attacks felt like more than enough fires to walk through. But recently, he found himself facing an entirely new one: an incurable brain disease that has forced him to lean fully into pain, surrender control, and trust God more deeply than ever before. In his new book, Kiss the Fire: 7 Ways to Get Back Up When You Want to Give Up, Shawn shares his journey and offers hope-filled wisdom for continuing forward when everything in you wants to quit.In this honest and vulnerable conversation, Davey and Shawn discuss how God uses the pain of our past to prepare us for the purpose ahead, why stepping out of hiding and sharing our struggles can be so powerful—especially as leaders—and how community sustains us when new challenges arise in our lives.If you feel surrounded by the flames of pain, trauma, and uncertainty, this episode will help you keep moving toward hope—and show you how to kiss the fire. Website: https://www.redrockschurch.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/shawnjohnsonrrc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shawnjohnsonrrc/ Book: Kiss the Fire: 7 Ways to Get Back Up When You Want To Give Uphttps://amzn.to/42n63oqNot living the story you expected? Pain changes us but doesn't have to define us. Find out how to begin your healing journey today: nothingiswasted.com/starthere Looking for help in navigating the valley of pain and trauma? Our Nothing is Wasted coaches can help: www.nothingiswasted.com/coaching Want a pathway through your pain? The Pain to Purpose Course can lead you through all you've been through: www.nothingiswasted.com/paintoppurpose Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Bible Chapters: Matthew 7 Speaker: Pastor Shawn Johnson We do something very unusual in our Bible study! We read the Bible! Typically, from 2 to 5 chapters per session.
Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Bible Chapters: Matthew 7 Speaker: Pastor Shawn Johnson We do something very unusual in our Bible study! We read the Bible! Typically, from 2 to 5 chapters per session.
Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Bible Chapters: Matthew 7 Speaker: Pastor Shawn Johnson We do something very unusual in our Bible study! We read the Bible! Typically, from 2 to 5 chapters per session.
Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Bible Chapters: Matthew 6 Speaker: Pastor Shawn Johnson We do something very unusual in our Bible study! We read the Bible! Typically, from 2 to 5 chapters per session.
Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Bible Chapters: Matthew 6 Speaker: Pastor Shawn Johnson We do something very unusual in our Bible study! We read the Bible! Typically, from 2 to 5 chapters per session.
Welcome to our Friday Night Bible Study. Here we learn more about the Word of God and would love to share that with you! Please remember to invite all your friends to join us, and we hope you have a wonderful time. Bible Chapters: Matthew 6 Speaker: Pastor Shawn Johnson We do something very unusual in our Bible study! We read the Bible! Typically, from 2 to 5 chapters per session.
This is a Men in the Arena podcast highlight from EP 962, Preparing for Your Overnight Success: Cultivating Grit During Building Years w/ Mark Batterson. Check it out! Jim's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Sign up to be notified when it's available at https://meninthearena.org/guardrails. This episode is sponsored by Compassion International. Our goal is for the Men in the Arena tribe to sponsor 1,000 boys over the coming year! Help us reach that goal and make a difference in a child's life today. When you sponsor a child using our link, you'll receive a free copy of Jim's book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God! I Can Only Imagine 2 hits theaters February 20th, 2026! Watch the trailer and get tickets aticanonlyimagine.com. Every man needs a locker room. Apply to join an exclusive brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room once a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life's difficult questions. Locker Room members also get access to monthly exclusive leadership trainings, historically only available to the staff team at Men in the Arena. Membership is by application only. Go here to apply: https://patreon.com/themeninthearena Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God (https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook)
In one of the most vulnerable conversations of the year, I sat down with Pastor Shawn Johnson and processed the moment that literally almost took his life -- the moment he broke mentally and emotionally. After suffering from intense and continuous panic attacks behind the scenes for many years, one day he could take it no more. Thank God he chose vulnerability in that dark and desperate moment, and reached out for help, because it was vulnerability: letting people in on his darkest moments, that ultimately saved his life. We spend some time talking about the series of events leading up to this dark season in his life, what kept him from opening up before this moment, and how he's keeping track of his mental health and well being today. If you suffer from mental illness, panic attacks, depression or anxiety -- his journey will truly challenge and inspire you to continue moving toward healing, and to learn to let people in. The Debra Fileta Counselors Network: Book a counseling session at the Debra Fileta Counselors Network and get started on your healing journey from the inside out TODAY! DEBRA FILETA is a Licensed Professional Counselor, national speaker, and founder of the Debra Fileta Counselors Network. She is the bestselling author of eight books including Choosing Marriage, Are You Really OK?, RESET, and Soul Care. Debra is the host of the popular podcast and nationally syndicated radio show Talk To Me where she facilitates on-air authentic counseling-style sessions with notable pastors and leaders. You may also recognize her voice from her appearances on national television and radio, including Better Together, The Kirk Cameron Show, Focus on the Family, The 700 Club, and many others. She reaches millions of people each year with the message of mental, emotional, and relational health. Connect with her on Instagram or at DebraFileta.com.
What happens when your faith is tested in real time? How do you stay obedient to God when the pressure is high and the path forward isn't clear? In this Expert Interview, Jim Ramos talks with Shawn Johnson for a candid conversation about leadership, faith under pressure, and making hard decisions when following Jesus costs something. Shawn shares lessons learned through real-world challenges—and how trusting God shaped both his character and calling. You'll walk away with practical insight on leading when the outcome is uncertain and why obedience matters more than comfort or approval. im's newest book, Guardrails: Ten Boundaries for an Unbreakable Marriage will be releasing in April 2026. Sign up to be notified when it's available at https://meninthearena.org/guardrails. This episode is sponsored by Compassion International. Our goal is for the Men in the Arena tribe to sponsor 1,000 boys over the coming year! Help us reach that goal and make a difference in a child's life today. When you sponsor a child using our link, you'll receive a free copy of Jim's book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God! I Can Only Imagine 2 hits theaters February 20th, 2026! Watch the trailer and get tickets aticanonlyimagine.com. Every man needs a locker room. Apply to join an exclusive brotherhood of like-minded men in The Locker Room, our monthly live Zoom Q&A call! We meet in the Locker Room once a month for community, fellowship, laughter, and to help each other find biblical answers to life's difficult questions. Locker Room members also get access to monthly exclusive leadership trainings, historically only available to the staff team at Men in the Arena. Membership is by application only. Go here to apply: https://patreon.com/themeninthearena Get Jim Ramos' USA TODAY Bestselling book, Dialed In: Reaching Your Full Capacity as a Man of God (https://tinyurl.com/dialedinbook)
Shawn Johnson shares his story of growing up in poverty in New Jersey, getting pulled into street life, and eventually joining the Bloods. He breaks down how a murder charge led to a 60-year sentence in New Jersey State Prison, what it took to survive nearly two decades behind bars, and how prison life reshaped him mentally and emotionally. Shawn also opens up about the long road to freedom, the legal fight for clemency, and what it meant to finally walk out of prison after 19 years, when he was granted clemency by the governor in 2025. _____________________________________________ #PrisonStories #TrueCrime #NewJerseyPrison #SurvivingPrison #LifeBehindBars #RealStories #CrimeDocumentary #youtubepodcast _____________________________________________ Thank you to PRIZEPICKS for sponsoring this episode: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/IANBICK and use code IANBICK and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! _____________________________________________ Connect with Shawn Johnson: YouTube: Shawn Robert Johnson TikTok & Instagram: shawjohn1222 _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 Shawn's Case Overview & What Led to 19 Years in Prison 02:22 Growing Up in New Jersey: Childhood & Early Influences 09:05 Juvenile Charges, Family Struggles & Early Warning Signs 18:00 From Trouble to the Streets: Choices That Changed Everything 24:45 The Incident, Arrest & Facing Serious Charges 36:13 Trial, Sentencing & Life in County Jail 43:41 Arriving in Prison: Survival, Routine & Reality Shock 48:01 Daily Life in Prison: Politics, Social Dynamics & Rules 55:04 Avoiding Trouble, Growing Up & Mental Survival 01:00:01 Appeals, Legal Setbacks & Holding Onto Hope 01:08:05 Rehabilitation, Programs & Preparing for Release 01:15:15 COVID in Prison & a Major Legal Turning Point 01:20:32 Clemency Explained: Application, Review & Approval 01:25:11 Coming Home After 19 Years in Prison 01:28:18 Life Lessons, Advice & Final Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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