Transformative conversation is what we are all about here at I Am Redemption! Jude Hickey, a true Austin icon and former Executive Director of Austin YMCA, joins Shawn Livingston to shed light on the LGBTQ+ experience and educate us all.

This week host Shawn Livingston sits down with renowned bodybuilding coach Austin Stout. Known for his expertise in fitness, nutrition, and mindset, Austin shares his journey of transformation and the powerful lessons he’s learned while helping others unlock their full potential.

This week, it's time we hear from the family. Meet Beth Cunningham, Through her own personal experience, having a child who suffered many years of addiction, Beth is able to provide a rare glimpse into the other side of recovery, the families.

This week on I Am Redemption as we sit down with Nicholas Ceppaglia, a rising comedian making waves at the world-famous Comedy Mothership in Austin, TX. Nicholas shares his journey through the ups and downs of life, the grind of stand-up comedy, and what it’s like working in one of the most iconic comedy venues in the world.

Bringing a unique level of experience and scientific validation to her work, Dr. Abbie Maroño is both a scientist and a practitioner in the field of human behavior.

From the gym to the stage to the depths of the mind—Sam Vaughan is a force of resilience and raw power. Bodybuilder. Metal front man for Realms of Death. A fighter who took on mental health struggles and came out stronger.

Meet two of the most motivating and fun loving twins in the fitness industry the MEEF twins, Sean and Zach Pappert. Natural bodybuilders, competitive eaters, rappers, online personalities, there’s not much these talented brothers can’t do.

From the depths of heroin and crack addiction, facing prison time after prison time, to rising as a world-renowned tattoo artist, Carlos Truan’s story is nothing short of brutal redemption. Hear the hardcore truth of his battle for freedom and purpose, this week on the I Am Redemption podcast with host, Shawn Livingston.

Live and on location, get ready for a no-holds-barred conversation with Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer on the I Am Redemption podcast. Dakota dives deep into his intense experiences on the battlefield, confronting brutal realities, and his fight to overcome the mental battles that followed.

Today Shawn is joined in the I Am Redemption studio by Dr. Tania Glenn. She is an author and one of the leading national clinicians in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Today Shawn is joined in studio by Kenneth Anderlitch, an ultrarunner from Austin, Texas, who recently completed an incredible feat of endurance by running across the entire state of Texas.

On this podcast Dan Lennon visits the studio to discuss years of suffering, constant misdiagnosis from doctors. He would find his answers from a stranger on an online support group.

Jimmy House is a hybrid athlete and coach specializing in sport specific strength & conditioning, mobility/flexibility, body transformations, injury prevention, powerlifting and general fitness.

Today Shawn welcomes a star high school athlete who would see it all come crashing down due to alcoholism and an addiction to pharmaceuticals. Nick Borges comes on the pod to tell his story of the courageous climb out of that world and his journey to become a masters level clinician using both education and personal experience to help others.

Today on the pod Shawn welcomes former member of the Us Air Force, Laurel Tracy. Her brave and courageous journey through sexual assault and addiction has found Laurel as a beacon of inspiration for all in Austin’s recovery community.

Leonel “Leo” Manzano, a highly decorated track star representing the United States in six world championships sits down with Shawn in the studio!

Leo is an amazing and compelling athlete worth listening to!

At just 16, Peter was deeply immersed in the nightlife of New York City, managing nightclubs and selling cocaine. His journey through unhealthy living and addiction brought him to his lowest point.

Listen now to learn more about Peter’s stunning journey!

Shawn sits down with this coming year's La Reina Linda XI, Erica La Hood, an executive in San Antonio who has accepted a year long reign of highlighting the needs of educators in San Antonio and raising money for student scholarships throughout the city.

Join us as we learn about her incredible journey to Fiesta 2025!

Today Shawn sits down with Fabian Castillo Senior, business owner and San Antonio's Rey Feo 76 to discuss his heartfelt dedication to bridging the education gap, believing that every student deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Through scholarships and support, we aim to pave the way for a brighter tomorrow and build a community where education is accessible to all.

This week Shawn welcomes good friend and friend in recovery, Mike Smeltzer of the Last Resort treatment center. Mike suffered from heroin addiction, years of inability to get sober, when a shotgun prayer and arrest that he would realize later saved his life, coping with the loss of his best friend, his father. Now Mike has turned the corner and lives for his kids and wife using his experience to help those addicts and alcoholics who still suffer!