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!

Shawn visits Olympic athlete, NCAA Diving Champion and 2024 Paris hopeful Alison Gibson in her element in Austin, Texas where she trains to talk inspiration, motivation, the Olympics, Kevin Durant and more! A must watch for anyone trying to do anything bigger than ourselves!

Shawn sits with his good friend Shaylin to discuss childhood trauma, its effects on us, how we relate to the world and experiences with cults! A MUST listen for all the ups and downs!

Shawn sits down with Bodybagz himself, UFC star Joe Pyfer, fresh off his stop at Joe Rogan's podcast and deep into training for his upcoming February 10th fight against Jack Hermansson, to talk all things UFC, motivation, struggle and redemption! Check it out!Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Former MLB pitcher Brandon Puffer turned coach turned author sits down with Shawn to discuss his rise and swift fall, the struggles of redemption and turning his story into a powerful tool to help anyone that listens!

Austin PD Officer Amanda Santeford sits down with Shawn to discuss wild pasts, wild calls, wild perceptions and more for a horse training Police Officer in Austin, Texas! A MUST listen for the stories of calls gone wild ALONE!

Shawn sits down with the founder of Merging Vets & Players, former Green Beret, NFL Long Snapper and actor, writer, director Nate Boyer to talk everything from life after football for veterans to Colin Kaepernick to his film MVP produced by Sylvester Stallone's company Balboa Productions!

Shawn invites Austin, Texas based singer songwriter Bart Crow to discuss his past, present, future, Spotify streams, music and more!

In this episode, Taylor opens up about her struggle with body dysmorphia, a lingering battle from her past eating disorder. Her courage to share this vulnerability is a testament to her strength and resilience.

Wild and crazy times with TikTok sensation Rachel Slocum as she shares with us her route to finding recovery.