This week on The Upload, host Brooke Taylor and co-host Pastor Mark Evans sit down with Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson East and former NFL player Andrew East for a candid, faith-filled conversation about success, surrender, marriage, and building a life that lasts. Shawn and Andrew open up about their individual journeys to faith, the pressures that come with public success, and the surprising realization that achievement alone could never bring lasting fulfillment.

Shawn reflects on life after the Olympic podium — a season that should have felt victorious, yet left her wrestling with anxiety, identity, and emptiness. She shares how her faith deepened in the aftermath of success, teaching her that worth is not earned through medals or performance, but rooted in being known and loved by God. Andrew brings his own perspective, describing what he calls “delusional confidence” — the bold, childlike trust in God that shaped his decisions, his career, and ultimately his relationship with Shawn.

Together, they speak honestly about marriage, learning to let go of control, and the daily choice to love one another well. The conversation touches on parenting, anxiety, ambition, and the challenge of trusting God not just with dreams, but with family, future, and identity. Shawn and Andrew emphasize the importance of building a strong spiritual foundation before success arrives — and how faith became the anchor that holds them steady in every season.

This episode is for anyone who has achieved what they hoped for and still felt empty, struggled with control or comparison, or is learning to trust God beyond the win. Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East remind us that true fulfillment isn’t found in success, but in surrender — and that the foundation matters far more than the spotlight.

🎧 Listen in for an honest conversation about faith after achievement, marriage rooted in Christ, and learning to trust God with every part of life.

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This week on The Upload, host Brooke Taylor and co-host Pastor Mark Evans sit down with Olympic gold medalist Shawn Johnson East and former NFL player Andrew East for a candid, faith-filled conversation about success, surrender, marriage, and building a life that lasts. Shawn and Andrew open up about their individual journeys to faith, the pressures that come with public success, and the surprising realization that achievement alone could never bring lasting fulfillment.
Shawn reflects on life after the Olympic podium &mdash; a season that should have felt victorious, yet left her wrestling with anxiety, identity, and emptiness. She shares how her faith deepened in the aftermath of success, teaching her that worth is not earned through medals or performance, but rooted in being known and loved by God. Andrew brings his own perspective, describing what he calls &ldquo;delusional confidence&rdquo; &mdash; the bold, childlike trust in God that shaped his decisions, his career, and ultimately his relationship with Shawn.
Together, they speak honestly about marriage, learning to let go of control, and the daily choice to love one another well. The conversation touches on parenting, anxiety, ambition, and the challenge of trusting God not just with dreams, but with family, future, and identity. Shawn and Andrew emphasize the importance of building a strong spiritual foundation before success arrives &mdash; and how faith became the anchor that holds them steady in every season.
This episode is for anyone who has achieved what they hoped for and still felt empty, struggled with control or comparison, or is learning to trust God beyond the win. Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East remind us that true fulfillment isn&rsquo;t found in success, but in surrender &mdash; and that the foundation matters far more than the spotlight.
🎧 Listen in for an honest conversation about faith after achievement, marriage rooted in Christ, and learning to trust God with every part of life.
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Hosted by radio personality Brooke Taylor alongside her co-host, Pastor Mark Evans, The Upload dives into real and honest conversations about faith, purpose, and life. Each week, Brooke and Mark sit down with musicians, authors, athletes, and influencers to explore what faith means to them, and how it shapes the way they navigate their unique callings, careers, and family lives.

Rooted in authenticity, The Upload goes deeper than surface-level chats. Guests share personal stories, defining moments, and the spiritual lessons that sustain them through both triumphs and challenges. Whether you’re looking for encouragement, inspiration, or just a meaningful conversation to lift your week, this podcast is designed to uplift your soul and strengthen your walk.

Hosted by radio personality Brooke Taylor alongside her co-host, Pastor Mark Evans, The Upload dives into real and honest conversations about faith, purpose, and life. Each week, Brooke and Mark sit down with musicians, authors, athletes, and influencers to explore what faith means to them, and how it shapes the way they navigate their unique callings, careers, and family lives.
Rooted in authenticity, The Upload goes deeper than surface-level chats. Guests share personal stories, defining moments, and the spiritual lessons that sustain them through both triumphs and challenges. Whether you&rsquo;re looking for encouragement, inspiration, or just a meaningful conversation to lift your week, this podcast is designed to uplift your soul and strengthen your walk.

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Shawn Johnson & Andrew East: Faith, Marriage & Why Success Feels Empty

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