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Determined Society with Shawn French | Adversity & Mindset

How Alex Boylan Built The College Tour and Traveled the World With Nothing

Determined Society with Shawn French | Adversity & Mindset

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In this episode of The Determined Society, host Shawn French sits down with Emmy-winning producer and Amazing Race Season 2 winner Alex Boylan, creator of the hit series The College Tour and author of his new memoir The Miles That Make You.

Alex shares how growing up with nothing, embracing discomfort, and chasing adventure shaped his entire life; from traveling the world for free to building a show that helps students find the right path in education.

 

Key Takeaways

-Your past doesn’t define you; your choices do.

-Growth happens when you get comfortable being uncomfortable.

-Education is valuable when it aligns with your path and ROI.

-Hard experiences build resilience and character.

-Community and connection matter more than ever.

-Action and consistency create real impact over time.

-The weight you carry shapes who you become.

 

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Alex Boylan

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The Determined Society is hosted by Shawn French — a show for people who refuse to quit. Every episode goes beyond the highlight reel to explore the real stories behind resilience, reinvention, and the relentless pursuit of a life built on your own terms.

 

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