PODCAST GUESTS
Ice Cross, Wildest Sport You’ve Never Heard Of
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.
Surviving Fame, Faith & Reclaiming Herself
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.
I Am Cricchi
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.
Pro Friction Founders
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.
CrossFit MC, Mold Illness, Sobriety & Life
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.
Chaos, Comedy & Comebacks
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.
Leadville 100, Marriage, & Mental Wins
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.
Food Addiction, Sobriety & Sober Culture
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.
I Am Redemption
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. 😅
Fixing a Major U.S. City
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.
I Am An Artist
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.
Not Your Average Pastor
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.
Jiu-Jitsu Legend Xande
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.
I Am Passion
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.
Don’t miss Jacob’s gripping story of survival, transformation, and hip-hop-fueled redemption.
I Am Radioman pt.2
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.
I Am 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.
I Am Happy With Me
Chef Dan Kennedy exploded during quarantine, serving up viral food content, but behind the scenes, he was waging war on his own mind.
If you’re in the trenches, this one's for you.
I Am Embracing Abundance
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.
I Am Make Go Boom
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.
Don’t miss out, electrifying conversation, reinvention, and maybe a couple Hollywood secrets you won’t hear anywhere else.
I AM TRUE TO MYSELF
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.
Watch as Alexis bares it all—her rise, her fall, and the redemption that turned her life into a true success story.