Shawn Johnson’s husband loved discussing polyamory with Kody Brown
By Kristie Lau-Adams | Published: 2025-10-29 01:14:00 | Source: Us Weekly
Shawn Johnson Easthusband, Andrew Eastdetailing how he enjoyed chatting about polygamy Cody Brown on Special Forces: The toughest test in the world.
During his appearance on the Tuesday, October 28 episode of the program “vial filespodcast, Viall’s wife asked Andrew, 34, Natalie Joyif he “comes close” to him special forces Season 4 costar Cody, 56, while filming the show.
“We had some very fascinating theological discussions. It was interesting because you met this guy and… he has multiple wives, right… How do you get to that point in life?” Andrew replied. “We would talk for hours about his understanding of the Bible and then his upbringing. It’s really cool when you start to get the picture, like how you end up with multiple wives.”
the Sister wives The 56-year-old star had four wives, but is no longer polygamous after his split from them Christine Brown In 2021, Janelle Brown In 2022 and Merry Brown In 2023. (Still married to Robyn Brown After the pair tied the knot in 2014.)
Sean, 33, sat next to Andrew while recording the podcast, jumping in with her to find out why Andrew enjoys his conversations with Cody so much.
“Let’s give you some background on Andrew,” she said. “He studies religion, has a PhD in psychology. He literally wants to know everyone’s inner and outer thoughts.”
Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East
JC Oliveira/Variety via Getty ImagesAndrew then reflected further on his in-depth interactions, revealing that he had developed a respect for Cody. “You end up building a certain amount of empathy and understanding with people. We hit these forks in the road… (it’s) just a difference in how you see things. But the conversations are great all around,” Andrew said.
Kody is one of the most controversial characters in season 4 of special forceswas recently seen ignoring the stars Gia Giudice and Brianna “Chickenfree” LaPaglia In a challenge that was broadcast during the Thursday, October 23, episode. Even though the trio was supposed to be working together, Gia, 24, told Cody to “slow down” but he continued to push through despite the team’s growing frustration.
He said in front of the cameras during the episode: “I am known for my sharp personality. I am the loud and obnoxious type and not the strong, silent type.”
Cody Brown
Amanda Edwards/Getty ImagesTwo days after the episode aired, Sean discussed Cody via an Instagram Story fan Q&A in which she reflected on her experience filming the show. “Let me just say this in general — so this has nothing to do with Kody, but there were a lot of different personalities and styles. A lot of us probably wouldn’t have gotten along outside of the show, but I will say there wasn’t a single person on that show that I didn’t trust with my life amidst the challenge.”
During her appearance on the podcast with Andrew, Shawn gave more insight into how the couple approached coming out special forces Together, Andrew added that he was inspired by his wife’s motivation to participate. “She never backs down from any situation. We honestly find ourselves in some ridiculous places because it’s always frustrating,” he said.
Special Forces: The toughest test in the world It airs on Fox Thursdays at 9pm ET.
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