Best Thejourney Podcasts (2024)

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I RAN A F*CKING MARATHON! 1:20:39

12M ago1:20:39

1:20:39

Welcome back journiers! Your host Shannon has returned and is giving you all of the updates you need to know about her long much needed break. She is coming back with a VERY exciting update as she has added a new title to her resume of a Marathon runner!!! Shannon is so excited to share with all of you her running journey and what her experience wa…

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Expectations - The Thief of Joy 32:17

1+ y ago32:17

32:17

Shannon gets deep in today's episode about the recent struggles she has been facing. On this journey lately, Shannon's confidence has not been the best and she is struggling to love herself and her body. Through skin issues, depression, hair loss, and weight gain, Shannon was starting to feel out of control and wanted answers. Find out what answers…

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Love Is Blind & Exercise - Self Awareness 39:19

1+ y ago39:19

39:19

The funky funk of seasonal depression isn't holding Shannon back today! Get ready for an informative episode about getting back into gym routines and managing our mental health expectations. It's been a while since Shannon has been able to workout since her injury but after her recent break, she is sharing some important tips about returning after …

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Bachelorettes & Clowning Around 38:37

1+ y ago38:37

38:37

Get ready for a...well... interesting journey update today. Shannon is sharing with the Journiers. Buckle up and get ready to hear about her first bachelorette trip and the scary accident that happened this weekend. Send your questions and feedback to Shannon on Instagram! @yougotthis_thejourneyBy Shannon Andress

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You've Been Ghosted 44:57

1+ y ago44:57

44:57

Journiers... You have been GHOSTED. But your fuckboy of a host Shannon Andress is back and ready to provide closure on why she took a break from the podcast and giving you all the journey updates you need to hear. In this vulnerable and raw episode, Shannon gets real about the struggles she faced leading up to the break she decided to take. Trigger…

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I Don't Think I Would Flip A Table...with RHONJ super-fan Lance Halaby 2:19:35

1+ y ago2:19:35

2:19:35

Get ready for another shoot the shit episode filled with giggles, wine, and a damn good time. Shannon has her childhood bestfriend Lance Halaby on today's episode to have fun talking about The Real Housewives of New Jersey. From season 1 to the current drama, Shannon and Lance break down every iconic moment that the Journiers submitted and answer s…

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I Lost Everything... And I Am So Happy I Did 16:02

1+ y ago16:02

16:02

Listen to Shannon share a moment that seemed heartbreaking at first but she ended up being super grateful for in the end. Today's mini episode will make you want to change the way you view technology and find gratitude in the simplicity in life. Sometimes we need a little push to get us exactly what we need in life!…

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Lift, Eat, and Be Happy with Lucy Dunne 1:18:00

1+ y ago1:18:00

1:18:00

What is your relationship with exercise and nutrition? Do you find that you are feeling restricted and overwhelmed and unable to find consistency? Today's interview with Lucy Dunne covers everything you need to know! Lucy opens up about her own personal struggle with an eating and exercise disorder. After finding a healthy relationship with food an…

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Doing The Sh*t You Don't Want To Do 26:51

2y ago26:51

26:51

Are you stuck in a period of procrastination and laziness? Does everything feel like a chore and not at all how you would want to be spending your free time? Maybe it's time to take some action. Listen to Shannon share in this week's podcast episode how she is taking action and doing the sh*t she doesn't want to do and how it's helped her. Shannon …

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Choosing To Take Full Responsibility with Raylen Davis 1:15:26

2y ago1:15:26

1:15:26

You're going down a road and you know you are not happy with the path you are taking to get there...what do you do? What do you CHOOSE to do? At the end of the day, we all have a choice and there is responsibility that needs to be taken for the choices that we make. Today's guest Raylen Davis is talking all about his beliefs on this and how this mi…

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Wedding Dresses, Backflips, Routines, and Everything In Between 39:05

2y ago39:05

39:05

She said YES!!! Shannon said YES to her wedding dress this weekend! *Cue the ugly tears and high pitched screams*. Listen to Shannon share all about her wedding dress shopping experience and what tips and tricks she has to share with all of you. It was quite an eventful week with family time, dress shopping, and so much more. Shannon is also coveri…

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Unfiltered AF with Casey Andress 1:06:22

2y ago1:06:22

1:06:22

Shannon has been dying to do a "shoot the shit" episode for so long, and what better person to do it with than her sister Casey Andress. Today's interview is raw, authentic, and unfiltered as f*ck. It's about time we have today's guest! Casey was actually a huge reason that Shannon even started "You Got This! - The Journey" after recommending the b…

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Coping Through Prioritization 23:35

2y ago23:35

23:35

How do you cope with loss? For Shannon, she needs to take action and part of that taking action is prioritizing relationships in her life. In today's mini episode, Shannon is sharing the way she nourished the relationships in her life after experiencing a loss in her family. From date night, to girls days, to family pool times, Shannon is sharing w…

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It's Not Bullshit It's Stoicism with Becky Schmooke 1:21:05

2y ago1:21:05

1:21:05

Get ready for a great interview today with Becky Schmooke. Becky educates Shannon all about Stoicism. While some may view this as toxic positivity, Shannon and Becky are taking a deep dive into why we need to be implementing this mindset into our lives. Life may not always go the way you planned it or "in your favor", but you just need to change th…

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Becoming A Runner 55:24

2y ago55:24

55:24

Have you ever considered running because you were inspired by someone but then said "No I'm not a runner, I can't do that"? Or have you started running but then fell off track and have decided "Eh it's just not for me"? Trust me, we get it! Shannon has been there too, believe it or not. Shannon who has completed countless 5Ks, a half marathon, and …

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Why You Need To Be A Little Selfish with Rachael Amarante 58:47

2y ago58:47

58:47

Ladies, it is time you find what you need! Whether you are a momma or not a momma or thinking of being a momma, we are talking all ways we can be prioritizing ourselves and finding what we need in life. It is okay and necessary to be a little selfish and prioritize ourselves so that we can take care of ourselves and be showing up the best for the o…

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My Mental Health Journey – Drowning to Surviving 57:29

2y ago57:29

57:29

In today’s episode, Shannon is doing a full recap of her Mental Health Journey and giving the Journiers an update of where she is at today with her mental health. Shannon is sharing the details of the hard work she had to do to get to the place she is today. Through therapy, deep inner work, and removing toxicity in her life, Shannon has been able …

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The 28th Chapter of My Life 45:53

2y ago45:53

45:53

Shannon is 28 and feeling… great? Yes she is! With this new phase of life, Shannon is sharing both the recent anxieties she has been experiencing with getting older and the chapters that are closing but she is also sharing what is exciting and brining her joy. Reflecting on these past 28 years, Shannon is sharing with the Journiers all of her life …

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Know Your Value with Aigné Goldsby 1:00:04

2y ago1:00:04

1:00:04

What value do you bring to the table? Do you know? It's okay if you don't! That is exactly why we have today's guest on the podcast, Aigne Goldsby. Aigne is the Value Coach and she helps her clients to know and own their value. Shannon and Aigne are talking all about how we can find our value and not get discouraged by competition and fear. Connect…

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The Journey of Venue Hunting 29:47

2y ago29:47

29:47

Shannon is feeling like crap but she continues to show up for her Journiers! Shannon decided that today's episode would be a wedding venue update and her advice from her experience. Shannon booked her venue and is so excited to finally know when she is getting married, but she wants to help the Journiers by sharing what helped her to find the venue…

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Finding Your Inner Badass with Anna Marcolin 1:03:33

2y ago1:03:33

1:03:33

Do you consider yourself a badass? Do you want to become one? Today’s guest Anna Marcolin is the person you need to listen to. As a psychotherapist, Anna is helping to further educate Shannon and the Journiers on best practices when it comes to our mental health and the choices we can be making. Anna is open and honest in today’s interview about he…

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Choosing Your Social Media Experience 54:20

2y ago54:20

54:20

Shannon...settle down please! Today's episode gets a little heated as Shannon shares her current frustrations with Social Media. While social media has been a great platform to grow businesses, connect with family & friends, and stay up to date with what is happening in the world, there are also a lot of not so good things out there... With her rec…

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Understanding Your Relationship With Alcohol with Kayla Lyons 1:52:39

2y ago1:52:39

1:52:39

Alcohol… when you hear that word what comes to mind for you? For some of you it might be a funny happy memory, for others it could be anxiety and embarrassment, and for others it can be anger and toxicity. Kayla Lyons joins Shannon in today’s interview to share her story of her journey to sobriety. Kayla helps to destigmatize the common misconcepti…

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I'M ENGAGED!!! 44:10

2y ago44:10

44:10

Raise your glass and cheers Journiers! Are you ready for an exciting part of the journey?! Shannon is engaged! In today’s episode Shannon is sharing everything about her engagement story and giving you all the details that you want to hear. While sharing her engagement story, Shannon is having a glass of wine with all of the Journiers to celebrate …

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You Are The Dancing Queen, Own Your Stage & Show Up As You with Britney Crosson 1:05:41

2y ago1:05:41

1:05:41

Is social media toxic? Why aren’t I going viral? Let’s talk to the queen of going viral for her Peloton dancing videos on social media, Britney Crosson. Brittany takes the Journiers on her journey of going from being an actress on Myspace with no aspiration of becoming a social media manager to launching a social media management company that has b…

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How To Overcome Return To Work Anxiety 1:03:01

2y ago1:03:01

1:03:01

If you are like Shannon, you have been working from home for the past 2 years of the pandemic or at least had much more flexibility than ever before. But then… DUN DUN DUNNN they said it’s time to go back and anxiety is TRIGGERED! Sound familiar? With the world opening up again and companies wanting their staff back in person, our routine once agai…

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Ladies, Start Choosing YOU When It Comes To Your Health with Lj Johnson 1:10:14

2y ago1:10:14

1:10:14

Ladies, it is time to start choosing YOU when it comes to your health. Whether you are a women who knows someone, does not know someone, or you are a female who is suffering from a diagnosis such as PCOS or Endometriosis, this episode is to educate and help you know what choices we need to be making. LJ Johnson is a powerhouse a warrior for all wom…

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How To Not Let Gym/Exercise Anxiety Hold You Back 52:08

2y ago52:08

52:08

Have you ever been afraid to go to the gym due to anxiety? Whether it was social anxiety, appearance anxiety, not knowing what to do, or because of health risks you are anxious about, something was stopping you. One of those jumped out at you right? Over 40 million people in the US experience anxiety and gym anxiety is a common anxiety holding peop…

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Leveling Up & Empowering Coaches with Benny Salas 1:29:25

2y ago1:29:25

1:29:25

Have you been considering becoming a coach? Well then today’s episode is just for you. Coach Benny Salas is sharing all of his tips and tricks for how we can be upleveling our coaching business and stepping into our purpose. Shannon and Benny have a very open and honest conversation about being a full time entrepreneur vs someone who is still worki…

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How To Achieve Your Goals 48:41

2y ago48:41

48:41

Do you struggle with Goal Setting? Do you find yourself super excited at the start of your goal setting but then your energy fizzles out and you end up giving up? Yea, it’s pretty common. Shannon is sharing EXACTLY why this is happening to you and how you can prevent your goals from failing. As a goal setting coach, Shannon is sharing her best tips…

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How To Feng Shui Your Home To Manifest Your Dream Life with Kristina Hollinger 1:22:00

2y ago1:22:00

1:22:00

When you think of Feng Shui, what do you think of? Shannon thought it was just pillows on the ground and low tables. But after today’s interview, Shannon is ready to get her Feng Shui on! Kristina Hollinger was featured on HGTV’s popular show Windy City Rehab for her Feng Shui expertise and she is now sharing her best tips and tricks with the Journ…

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Choosing To Show Up Despite The Fear 53:47

2y ago53:47

53:47

She’s back Journiers! Welcome to Season 2! Shannon is… wait for it… so EXCITED to be back on the mic with all of you. While it has been an emotional rollercoaster these past few months and Shannon was experiencing some anxiety when it came to returning, she is so happy that she found the courage to make her routine. In this episode, Shannon will up…

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The Journey Never Ends… 1:00:19

2+ y ago1:00:19

1:00:19

It is the season 1 finale of “You Got This! – The Journey”! What a wild ride it has been. Today’s episode is not easy for Shannon. As an Enneagram 3, Shannon really struggles with taking breaks and stepping back from work. But after a recent creative block where a break was the exact cure she needed, Shannon knows this break is necessary and is goi…

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Telling Our Stories With A Serving Perspective with Nathaniel J Brown 1:03:55

2+ y ago1:03:55

1:03:55

What is your story? How are you telling it? We all have stories, but the perspective of that story is what is so important and what makes us different. Nathaniel Brown is a perspective coach that helps his clients to rewrite their stories and view their traumas in a way that can serve them and not hurt them. In today's interview, Nathaniel shares t…

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The Power Of Believing In Yourself 32:52

2+ y ago32:52

32:52

After running a 5 mile race this weekend and having an intense conversation with her therapist, Shannon is fully invested in believing in herself in 2022. Why? Because she wants to get back to her childlike fun life living self she once was! Remember when you were a kid and would say “I want to be a pop-star” on Monday but said “I want to be a scie…

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Confidently Embracing Our Authentic Voice with Alexa Carlin 1:04:46

2+ y ago1:04:46

1:04:46

Do you lack confidence? Do you find yourself walking into a networking event and feeling like the smallest person in the room? Shannon interviews Alexa Carlin in today’s episode who helps women to confidently find their authentic voice. Alexa Carlin began her entrepreneurial journey at the age of 17 when she launched her own business. Having succes…

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Why We Practice Gratitude 49:31

2+ y ago49:31

49:31

It has not been the easiest journey for Shannon. This episode is a bit of a struggle for Shannon as she shares her recent experience with depression and the struggle she has been experiencing. But she knows it is important to share with all of the Journiers. Shannon shares how she has not been taking her supplements, has been slacking on her routin…

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Pawsome University, Class Is In Session Fur Parents with John & Jaime Caponetta 1:13:04

2+ y ago1:13:04

1:13:04

Today's episode is formatted a bit differently... can you tell what's different? Shannon is skipping over journey updates and jumping straight into the interview this week! What did you think? Better? Worse? DM Shannon on Instagram and let her know! Today's interview is with John & Jaime Caponetta, 2 successful entrepreneurs who took their local do…

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Real Life Monsters 43:40

2+ y ago43:40

43:40

Did you know that vampires, witches, werewolves, zombies, and ghosts actually exist?! Oh yes they do, and they are in your life right now… did you know that? These monsters may not have the fangs or hair that is scary, but trust me you do not want these monsters anywhere near you. How can you expect to make positive changes when you surround yourse…

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Moving Forward With Our Scars with Cody Byrns 1:20:50

2+ y ago1:20:50

1:20:50

Everyone has been burned in some way and has been left with a scar that they will carry with them for life. But how will that scar be carried? Will it be unacknowledged hindering your growth or will you break through it but carry it as a reminder to drive you through life? Well Cody Byrns broke through his scars (mentally & physically) to live a pu…

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Don’t Be SAD This Time Of Year! 43:20

2+ y ago43:20

43:20

Where do we go with today’s episode?! It was a split 50/50 vote from the Journiers on whether they wanted a Top 5 Tips & Tricks or just a more relaxed conversational episode. So, Shannon is kindof doing a bit of it all today. The main focus of today’s episode is SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). As we transition from Summer to Fall/Winter, many of…

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Women Aware & Prepared with Mandi Pratt 1:03:27

2+ y ago1:03:27

1:03:27

Trigger Warning: this episode focuses on domestic violence and assault and may be difficult for some listeners to listen to. In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Shannon’s interview today is with Mandi Pratt. Mandi is a domestic violence survivor who has made it her mission to educate women on how to outsmart their attacker and be prepare…

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Oh Shit, Time To Save For The Holidays! 43:33

2+ y ago43:33

43:33

Do the holidays stress you out? (Seriously, it’s okay to say if they do! This does not make you a Grinch or a Scrooge!) Out of all the leading causes of stress, finances is the #1 cause of stress. If we want to be living our happiest and healthiest life, we need to eliminate stress at all costs. So let’s make sure we do that this holiday season! Th…

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Know Your Enneagram & Change Your Life with Nicole Saunders 1:06:17

2+ y ago1:06:17

1:06:17

What’s your Enneagram? Do you know what an Enneagram is? If you don’t that’s okay! Don’t worry! Different from other personality tests, the Enneagram test is based on your nurturing and upbringing that has made you the way that you are. Shannon reviews her results as an Enneagram 3 and all things Enneagrams with business coach Nicole Saunders in to…

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Take Control of 4th Quarter Without Letting 4th Quarter Control You 47:58

2+ y ago47:58

47:58

Oh no… brace yourself Journiers… we are heading into… 4TH QUARTER! AHHH RUN FOR YOUR LIFE!! Whoa whoa whoa stop right there. We are not going to let 4th Quarter control us and ruin us. We can avoid our negative spiral into burnout and take care of ourselves. The goal of 4th quarter is not to suck the life out of you. The goal of 4th quarter/busy se…

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Life Is An Adventure, If You Let It Be with Monica Ortega 55:59

2+ y ago55:59

55:59

Do you feel like you are lacking adventure in your life? Are you waiting for the opportunity to travel or are you afraid to travel so you feel like adventure is no longer something available to you? Stop right there! Monica Ortega goes through in today’s episode how we can find adventure in our life just in our backyard! Shannon and Monica both hav…

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Bow Chicka Wow Wow! It’s Date Night! 41:34

2+ y ago41:34

41:34

Yay it’s date night! Soo do you just wanna watch TV? NAH. Let’s have some fun! Do you struggle to find fun date night activities to do with your significant other? Do you fall into the trap of I don’t have time, we can’t afford date night, or we can never agree on anything? Say no more! In this episode, Shannon gives you everything you need to have…

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How to Turn the Bullshit Meter Off & Use Affirmations with Beth Geddio 1:08:48

2+ y ago1:08:48

1:08:48

Do words really hold any power? Can the things we say to ourselves really change our life? The answer is yes! Today’s guest is Beth Geddio, the founder of State of Being Co. which is an affirmation candles company she started during the pandemic. Beth shares with the Journiers her journey into entrepreneurship and she does a deep dive into the powe…

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Overcoming Insecurities 45:13

2+ y ago45:13

45:13

I’m not pretty enough…I’m not skinny enough…I’m not smart enough…I can’t do it. Sound familiar? Are you experiencing any of these insecurities? You are not alone! In this episode, Shannon shares what her insecurities are and what her top 5 tips and tricks are for overcoming insecurities that are holding you back. Whether it be from past trauma, you…

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Authenticity In The Workplace with Kelly Hackney 1:21:22

2+ y ago1:21:22

1:21:22

Have you ever worked somewhere where you felt like you were taking off a mask the second you got home? Have you ever felt like you truly couldn’t be yourself at your job? Where is the balance between fitting the company mold and bringing your unique self to the position? In today’s episode, Kelly Hackney answers all of those questions for the Journ…

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