I AM REDEMPTION - PODCAST

Braydon Alley - HYROX ATX coach, HYROX America emcee, and founder of Men in the Arena - joins Shawn Livingston on I Am Redemption to open up about his personal journey through darkness, faith, and community. In this raw and powerful episode, Braydon shares: How he faced and overcame serious mental health hurdles The role that faith, fitness, and brotherhood played in rebuilding his life Why commun...

One moment online changed everything. This week on I Am Redemption, host Shawn Livingston sits down with Tyler Dock, a man who’s been through hell and found his purpose on the other side. Tyler opens up about the battles he’s faced, how a single social media post made him stop and think twice, and how that moment led him to a life-changing stay at the legendary BMF Ranch with UFC icon Cowboy Cerro...

Branden Robles - better known as @m0t1v3_auto - has become a key voice in the Dallas–Fort Worth car scene, documenting events, spotlighting builds, and connecting people through the culture he loves. But his story runs much deeper than cars. After the economy collapse following 9/11, Branden found himself jobless and homeless, facing rock bottom. With the unwavering support of his wife and the lif...

n this inspiring episode, Matt Lowman opens up about his journey — his faith in God, his family, building a business, and competing in martial arts. We also dive into his role with The Ferrari Kid, a nonprofit in San Antonio that creates celebrity-like experiences for children battling cancer and chronic illnesses. Matt shares how this work, giving joy and hope, ties into the greater story of rede...

As we forge the road to Episode 100 and our 100th Episode Weekend, this special Heroes Edition of I Am Redemption brings together some of the most powerful, hard-hitting moments from three incredible guests whose courage embodies service and sacrifice. 🇺🇸 Dakota Meyer - U.S. Marine, Medal of Honor recipient, and firefighter whose heroic actions in Afghanistan saved lives and continue to inspire a...

As I Am Redemption approaches its 100th episode, we’re taking a powerful look back at three incredible guests whose journeys helped shape the show, and who will all be LIVE at our upcoming 100th Episode Weekend in Austin, Texas. This special episode features three inspiring voices whose stories sparked viral moments, broke records, and captured the heart of the I Am Redemption community: Rachel El...

Dani Smith sits down with host Shawn Livingston on I Am Redemption to share her powerful journey through substance abuse and mental health, how her relationship with God grounded her recovery, and the way she’s built real-world community through service and creativity. We also dive into the healthy outlets fueling her life today, working out, running, and rucking, and why Austin, Texas is paving t...

Police officer and mental health advocate Jimmy Wise (founder of UPL;FT) joins Shawn Livingston on I Am Redemption for a powerful conversation that takes viewers inside the mind and daily reality of law enforcement. Jimmy opens up about his battle with mental health, the toll of high-stress situations officers face, and the ripple effects these moments have on both officers and their families. He...

Erin Stinnett and Victoria Vacca, better known as Fit & Fluffy (@fit.and.fluffy) went viral with their raw and relatable “Get out of the car” moment. In this powerful episode of I Am Redemption with Shawn Livingston, they open up about their relationship with food, mental health battles, weight loss journeys, and overcoming extreme anxiety just to step foot in a gym or running group for the fi...

Fresh off tour with Merkules, Cricchi is back on I Am Redemption - and Shawn just returned from LA and appearing on Soft White Underbelly. The two trade hilarious road stories, share deep moments about staying connected on the grind, talk about coming home to family, and dive into wild memories from addiction. They also open up about what’s next - from BIG events to Cricchi’s upcoming music drops....

"I was over 500 pounds, addicted, broken… but I chose to fight." Eveleyn Moralez (@evefat2fit) lived through hell. At one point tipping the scale over 500 pounds, she faced an avalanche of health crises, culminating in a botched heart surgery that nearly ended her life. She spiraled into addiction, lost herself in drugs and alcohol, and disappeared from the woman she used to be. But Eve’s story di...

David Funes, author of Manic in Miami, steps into the I Am Redemption studio with Shawn Livingston to deliver a straight-up wild ride. From living a high-rolling, manic lifestyle in Miami to crashing hard with FBI raids, addiction, and legal fallout, David doesn’t hold anything back. We trade insane stories from our lowest points, laugh at the chaos we once called normal, and go deep into what lif...

In this raw and powerful episode of I Am Redemption, Andwan Zonez opens up about his incredible transformation: from struggling mentally, physically, and spiritually... to losing weight, crushing a marathon with his wife, and walking a new path grounded in faith, purpose, and discipline. After hearing Shawn Livingston speak, Andwan found the spark he needed to take his life back — and ran with it....

On this episode of I Am Redemption, host Shawn Livingston sits down with Terrence Ogden, founder of Official Project Grit, to hear one of the most powerful transformation stories to come out of Texas. From a life of addiction and living outside the law, to discovering purpose through recovery, ruck marching, and fitness, Terrence takes us deep into his journey. After losing the friend who first in...

Theresa Coughlin (@fuelup.withtheresa) is a recovery warrior, natural pro bodybuilder, elite trainer, and life coach empowering women to build strength inside and out. In this episode of I Am Redemption, Theresa shares her jaw-dropping story of overcoming alcoholism, drugs, disordered eating, and years of abuse, and becoming a voice of hope and fire for people everywhere. She doesn’t just coach fi...

You’ve never seen anything like this. In this episode of I Am Redemption, Shawn Livingston sits down with DJ Kilpatrick and Brittan Morris, two of the driving forces behind the high-octane documentary Ice Cross: Life on the Edge. From wild crashes and behind-the-scenes chaos to the raw mental toughness it takes to survive one of the world’s most intense sports, we get into it all. 🔥 Brittan share...

Actress and musician Allie Gonino (The Lying Game, 10 Things I Hate About You, The Stunners) sits down with Shawn Livingston for a raw and unfiltered conversation on I Am Redemption. From growing up in the entertainment industry to navigating the highs and lows of Hollywood, NYC, and Nashville—Allie shares her truth. We dive deep into the mental health battles that come with chasing a dream, her s...

The second I Am Cricchi stepped into the I Am Redemption studio, he dropped a beat and started rapping! Raw, real, and unrehearsed. In this powerful conversation, Cricchi shares his story of survival: from the streets of Baltimore to battling addiction to crack and opiates, surviving shootouts, homelessness, and time in youth detention. Through it all, the mic never left his hand. What started as...

In this episode of I Am Redemption, Shawn Livingston sits down with Jackie Chan and Alex Charles, founders of the Austin-based movement brand Pro Friction, for a powerful conversation about purpose, perseverance, and using fitness to transform lives. We dive into their personal history, how their bond formed, and the mission that led to the creation of Pro Friction. They share the wild story of tr...

Claire Bays returns to I Am Redemption with a powerful update on her life, health, and purpose. She opens up about becoming one of the official MCs in CrossFit, her battle with autoimmune symptoms caused by mold exposure, and how recovery continues to shape her identity. Claire also talks about her relationship with fiancé Jimmy House—world-renowned hybrid athlete, jiu-jitsu black belt, powerlifti...

Rachel Slocum is back! This one’s pure chaos in the best way. We talk about how busy and beautiful life has gotten, especially for two people who came from the wreckage of addiction. From wild rock bottom moments to raw laughs and real growth, this episode brings it all. 🎮 Rachel drops a hilarious review of the new Minecraft movie and makes a bold claim: Jason Momoa has never looked better. 📱 Sh...

Dane Shaw has stacked up IRONMANs, conquered Leadville 100, and paced marathons with ease, but this episode dives deeper. In his first public conversation about a life-long condition, Dane brings the laughs, the heart, and the realest side of what endurance looks like off the course. He talks mental health, rediscovering meaning, getting married, and the hilarious stories that come with finally em...

Claire Valera’s story is not your typical recovery tale. From years trapped in the cycle of eating disorders, food addiction, and alcohol abuse, Claire’s journey is a testament to resilience, self-discovery, and building community. In this episode of I Am Redemption, host Shawn Livingston dives deep with Claire (@soberclairity) as they unpack the real, raw experiences that shaped her life, includi...

I Am Not 9 Years Sober. At the end of every I Am Redemption episode, guests declare an “I Am” statement. But this time, I was the guest… and I proudly declared: “I Am 9 Years Sober.” Turns out… I’m only 8 years sober. 😅 The best part? I said it all day, I said it on the podcast, and we never corrected it until now. In this special episode, Jason Martinez from TXi Studios flips the script and inte...

Manny Pelaez—San Antonio mayoral candidate and city councilman—joins Shawn Livingston on the I Am Redemption podcast for a real, no-holds-barred conversation. They tackle the fentanyl epidemic in schools, addiction, mental health struggles, the controversial approach to panhandling, and why local politics matter now more than ever. Manny also shares his plan to partner with Shawn to fight back aga...