I AM REDEMPTION - PODCAST

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 interviews me about every...

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 against the crises hitting San Anto...

He nearly died from alcohol. Then he picked up a paintbrush. In this raw and unfiltered episode of I Am Redemption, Austin muralist and speaker Jon McKenzie shares the brutally honest truth about hitting rock bottom, blacking out in alleys, and waking up with his heart giving out. From near death to live art shows and massive murals, Jon’s story proves that recovery is messy, powerful—and f***ing beautiful.

We talk addiction, he...

Meet Reyn Harpole — a youth pastor who breaks every stereotype.

He’s gauged and tatted, a viral voice on TikTok, and deeply committed to showing people the raw, real love of God.

In this powerful episode, Reyn opens up about:

🛠️ Growing up the son of parents in a biker gang

🙏 Watching God transform their lives — and his

👶 How he and his wife foster newborn babies born addicted to drugs, helping them detox with love 📲 Why his bol...

Mike “Stuboy” was a meth-fueled hurricane. Joey “The Moron” was dumb enough to stick around and watch it all burn. Now? They’re clean, unfiltered, and co-hosting one of the wildest recovery podcasts out there: 2 Addicts & A Moron. In this brutally honest and darkly hilarious episode of I Am Redemption, Joey shares what it was like watching his best friend rot from the inside out—then somehow crawl out of the gutter, sober up, a...

Shawn and Xande first crossed paths at this year’s Austin Marathon, where Xande took home a huge prize. Now, they’re teaming up to bridge the worlds of Jiu-Jitsu and endurance running, proving that mental toughness transcends sports.

In this episode, Xande drops game-changing wisdom on overcoming adversity, the mindset of a champion, and his vision for the future of martial arts and endurance sports...Jog Jitsu coming SOON! lol....

Jacob Kline (J-Kline) is living proof that you can come back from the darkest depths. Once trapped in the cycle of fentanyl addiction, overdosing FIVE times in a row, Jacob has transformed his pain into purpose. Now a rising hip-hop artist and a relentless force in the recovery world, he’s taking his story to the stage, performing live, coaching others out of addiction, and proving that redemption is real.

🔥 From the streets to...

Part 2 of our conversation with the legendary Radio Man, he's taking us deep into the incredible journey! From growing up in Brooklyn and his childhood struggles to the origin of his iconic love for his bike, this episode is packed with heartfelt and jaw-dropping stories

He also shares his unforgettable Hollywood experiences—playing a pimp alongside Tobey Maguire in Spider-Man, receiving a watch from James Bond himself, and the ...

🚨 From Homelessness to Hollywood Stardom: Meet Radioman 🎬

You’ve seen him in movies with Leonardo DiCaprio, Tom Hanks, Robin Williams, and George Clooney — but who is Radioman? In this episode of the I Am Redemption podcast, we sit down with Radioman, the legendary NYC street icon who went from homelessness to Hollywood fame just by showing up. With over 300 film and TV cameos, he’s a living, breathing movie mystery. Joined by...

Chef Dan Kennedy exploded during quarantine, serving up viral food content — but behind the scenes, he was waging war on his own mind. In this raw and intense episode of I Am Redemption, Dan opens up for the first time about his brutal fight with severe anxiety and depression, growing up in gritty Philadelphia, and how therapy and running became his lifelines. He talks about his love for hip-hop, supporting his wife through her rec...

Frank Parisi makes his explosive return to I Am Redemption for a second appearance, and he’s got a lot to say. In this unfiltered conversation, Frank shares his incredible journey—from growing up in the gritty streets of New York City, surrounded by organized crime, to surviving substance abuse, and ultimately receiving a life-saving heart transplant. Now, as a best-selling author of Embrace Abundance, Frank is on a mission to insp...

Former US Airman Trip O'Connell takes us the ride of how the legendary Mr. Make-Go-Boom came to be! From blowing shi!t up for the military, to star-studded club scenes of Vegas and LA. He’s seen it all — rubbing elbows with Hollywood's biggest names, and seeing some WILD stuff along the way. But now, he’s on a mission to help rebuild communities by fostering unity. With a unapologetic approach, Trip, and the team More Perfect Union...

Get ready for an insane ride with Alexis Royal on I Am Redemption! From living the high-stakes, dangerous world of a gangster to being trapped in the claws of meth, Alexis has seen it all. But her story is far from over. With RAW determination, and the love of her son, she fought back against the odds and transformed into a successful business woman and powerhouse. Watch as Alexis bares it all—her rise, her fall, and the redemption...

In today’s eye--poppier episode of I Am Redemption, Damian Owl shares his shocking journey from the depths of addiction and chronic relapses to smashing ultra marathons and bulking up with over 50lbs of muscle! 💪 After hitting rock bottom, Damian turned to the gym, running, community, and an unshakable WILL to rebuild his life, he was fresh out of treatment and ready to take on the world. Watch as Damian opens up about his battle ...

Trip Ilson didn’t just survive addiction, he came back and DESTROYED his limits. Host of the Ain't Dead Yet podcast and a man in recovery from alcohol and substance abuse, Trip just CONQUERED his first brutal 100-mile ultra-marathon. This isn't just some "comeback" story. In this raw and sckack ya in the mouth episode of I Am Redemption, Trip takes you deep into his darkest battles, his relentless fight for sobriety, and the savage...

You won’t believe Amy Lauren’s story adopted, hit by a car and told she’d never walk again, trapped in the cycle of hardcore substance abuse, and even by a group of men against her will for days with others. Against all odds, she turned her life around to become a marathon runner and nurse, using her experiences to save others’ lives.

This gripping episode of I Am Redemption dives deep into her unimaginable struggles and ultimat...

Get ready for an intense, jaw-dropping episode of I Am Redemption as Lance Risher returns to tell his harrowing story of drug addiction, near-death encounters, and the wild ride that almost destroyed him. This episode is not for the faint of heart—Lance pulls no punches as he opens up about his battles with heroin, pills, and cocaine, and how he clawed his way out of the abyss to rebuild his life. 💥 Lance’s Hardcore Journey: Heroi...

Drew Haas, the $1 million champion of Outlast Season 2 on Netflix, joins the I Am Redemption podcast to share his incredible story of survival, strategy, and personal transformation. From the brutal Alaskan wilderness to life after the win. In this powerful episode, Drew Haas opens up about more than just his Outlast victory. He shares his personal experience of supporting a family member battling addiction and alcoholism, offering...

How does hitting rock bottom ignite a passion for helping others? Skye Hilton, a recovering heroin and fentanyl addict, shares her powerful story of resilience, creativity, and purpose. From battling addiction and surviving numerous relapses to being banned from all payment apps, Skye has turned her life around by channeling her artistic talents into making a difference. As the founder of New Obsession, Skye uses art to inspire oth...