This week Shawn welcomes Dr. Abbie Maroño who brings a unique level of experience and scientific validation to her work. Dr. Marono is both a scientist and a practitioner in the field of human behavior. In 2022, Abbie was awarded an O-1 visa for extraordinary abilities in the sciences. As such, the United States Department of State recognized Dr. Abbie’s international acclaim and record of extraordinary achievements in the sciences as placing her in the top 1% of her field. Let's get into the details about human behavior, Dr. Marono's insights on it and on her own struggles which she opens up about for the first time on a podcast!

This week Shawn hosts fellow runner and chef, Philip Speer of Austin, Texas. Philip Speer has built an impressive career, has been nominated for four James Beard Foundation Awards in the esteemed Outstanding Pastry Chef category and has received abundant recognition from major publications such as the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, GQ Magazine, Texas Monthly, Bon Appetit, and many more. His story includes addiction, to which he has made a profound recovery and since gained unexpected purpose. Tune in to hear more about his many accomplishments, his arrest and his future!

This week Shawn hosts the passionate Frank Parisi. A native of little Italy In Manhattan, his father and family were a part of organized crime and the mafia. Frank became and overcome an opiate addiction and a heart transplant to become an author with the newly released book “Embrace Abundance - A journey through Faith, Family, Health, Hustle & Purpose for a life beyond limits”. A wild listen to say the least!

This week's guest is Erica Blue, the CEO of Austin Sunshine Camps. Every day, she helps change the lives of kids today. Erica grew up in an abusive household with an alcoholic father who was in and out of prison. A kind gesture from a friend's father sent her to summer camp for the first time, and it completely changed her worldview, leading to what she does now. Having just met Shawn a few weeks before the episode, all involved can proudly say this was a decisive meeting of the minds as they discuss what it means to remove yourself from bad situations and use that circumstance to help others. Inspirational and engaging!

Shawn sits down with friend and Navy veteran Pat McGregor of Austin, Texas. Pat lost his brother tragically to veteran suicide and now spends his time raising money for veteran suicide awareness. His goals are balanced with being a running coach. Listen close to this one!

Shawn sits down with long time friend Brandon Parks. Brandon is a get after it kind of guy and we get to hear all about their relationship, getting in the gym, women, addiction, recovery and more!

Shawn sits down with professional pain-free fitness specialist and health coach @clairebays to discuss all aspects of her life including her sober journey and current podcast journey as host of her own show Conversations with Claire. Claire brings her fun infectious personality to the podcast, keeping things fun and light and informative!

Shawn invites Tank Girl on the pod! They discuss everything and anything! Tank Girl is an Austin based and badass tattoo artist, a recovered heroin addict and alcoholic. These days she expresses herself through her trade and she practices Shibari Japanese bondage. Strap in for this one!

The podcast welcomes back TikTok and social media star @rachelelizabeth0 to discuss all things about all the things! Shawn & Rachel take a little bit of a step back from their redemption stories to just have a conversation! We all need that these days and these two know how to get it going. Tune in for laughs, stay for stories, like and subscribe for more!

JUMP IN to this flipping-the-script episode as Shawn Livingston, your regular podcast host switches seats, inviting back TikTok sensation Rachel Elizabeth to grill HIM on his past, his struggles, how he got HERE and more! These two combine their wit and good vibes to bring you an amazing eye opening episode that helps us all learn a little bit more about Shawn and why he's dedicated his life to helping others.

The epic conclusion to the New England Cartel month series finds us in Coach Chartier's personal home office to revisit with Tyson, Connor and up and coming MMA fighter Carlos Lozoya a former Army Ranger with his own story of trials. Watch and listen now as Shawn takes us through the military influence on fighting, outside perspectives, favorite MMA moments and more! The New England elite MMA Team, UFC fighter Connor Matthews, former Army Ranger and highly touted MMA prospect #15 Ranked Flyweight in the US Carlos Lozoya, and MMA Coach of the Year 2020 Tyson Chartier!

Our coverage of the New England Cartel month continues with the #8 ranked UFC featherweight fighter THE BOSTON FINISHER Calvin Kattar! Calvin has been a professional fighter since 2007 with a professional record of 23-7. He is the owner of Combat Zone MMA and as of the date of uploading is set to fight Aljamain Sterling April 13, 2024 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, NV at UFC 300! We made our way up to Boston to shoot this pod IN the dungeon, the New England Cartel gym in the middle of February. A MUST LISTEN!

Our special New England Cartel MMA Month continues. This week with the Coach of The New England Cartel, 2020's MMA Coach of the Year, a 2nd degree Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and Owner of Top Game Management, Tyson Chartier. A husband, father, friend and brother, Tyson strives for greatness everyday while being an absolute gem of a dude! Hilarious and ready, Shawn visits with Tyson deep in the bowels of the NE Cartel gym in Lawrence, Massachusetts.

Shawn sits down in the studio for a gripping discussion with Former SWAT team member, active shooter instructor, and current Austin PD detective Donny Petraitis. Facing prison and the loss of his career, Donny - with the help of his team - were not only acquitted at trial, but had all discipline overturned. After returning to full duty, Donny found himself literally face to face with an active shooter, engaging in a gunfight at a crowded restaurant. Here is the story…

Shawn sits down in the studio for a gripping discussion with Former SWAT team member, active shooter instructor, and current Austin PD detective Donny Petraitis. Facing prison and the loss of his career, Donny - with the help of his team - were not only acquitted at trial, but had all discipline overturned. After returning to full duty, Donny found himself literally face to face with an active shooter, engaging in a gunfight at a crowded restaurant. Here is the story…

Shawn sits down with Danielle Cobb to discuss her addiction to meth and GHB, issues with self hatred, eating disorder, body dysmorphia, as well as her journey to self love and acceptance! Dark and bright at the same time, Danielle is a wonder to listen to!

Shawn sits down for a hard hitting episode featuring long time friend Scott Smith, founder of Extra Mile Recovery to talk meth addiction, selling drugs, and being kidnapped at gun point multiple times! A must listen!

Shawn Livingston talks with the team behind his documentary 100 Miles to Redemption, Director Andrew Shebay and Editor Gavin Tatro of Austin, Texas. Hear how the film came to be, the experience making it, personal stories of redemption and more! Amazing insight into the world of documentary filmmaking!

Shawn sits down virtually with UFC star Connor Matthews to discuss all things fighting, motivation, walking out, personal struggles and what is to come! An exciting and insightful episode for all!

Shawn sits down with long time friend in recovery Maggie Galleymore to discuss everything, LITERALLY everything from personal addiction to personal triumph and all the weird funny stories in between. Her off the beaten path approach will have you thinking and laughing. Another can't miss episode is here!