Freedom Town USA with Patrick Dearborn

Patrick Dearborn brings unwavering purpose to every role he leads—whether as a top real estate agent, fire commissioner, or community advocate in Naples, Florida. In this episode of The Determined Society, Patrick and Shawn engage in a powerful conversation about faith, duty, daily disciplines, and the importance of service, unity, and unshakeable grit. They peel back the layers on his early mornings—starting his day at 4 AM to get the hardest thing done first—and discuss his role in building what he calls “Freedom Town USA,” a community rooted in shared American values rather than division. This episode covers: -His journey from military service to real estate and firefighting—building a life on discipline and honoring your "call" -The daily practice of “doing something you don’t want to do” as a determination muscle -How to fight division in American life by choosing unity, empathy, and connection -Tales from the fire service and what it means to truly serve—and pay with sacrifice -Why a relentless morning routine is Patrick’s non-negotiable baseline -What it truly means to be the GOAT (special shoutout to GOATED GOLF) What Determination Means to Patrick: Connect with me : Patrick Dearborn 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. Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all others.. If this episode moved you, share it with someone who needs to hear it — and leave a review. It helps more than you know. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company.