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 everything going on with I Am Redemption—while I confidently talk like I’m 9 years sober the entire time.

Here’s what we cover:

How I built the I Am Redemption Podcast and the Redemption Crew Launching the first-ever I Am Redemption Games

Hosting SoberBy SXSW, our first sober event at South By Southwest

Behind-the-scenes stories filming the podcast

Reflections on favorite guests like Rachel Slocum, Frank Parisi, and Julia Rene

Life at home with my wife and dogs

How my documentary “100 Miles to Redemption” is being adapted into the film “My Brother’s Keeper”

This is the most personal, raw, and funny episode I’ve ever done. I talk sobriety, recovery, building a movement, and what it really takes to keep showing up. Even if I got the number wrong. Whether you’re sober curious, in recovery, or just love hearing real stories of overcoming adversity, this one’s for you.

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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 Antonio.

👀 Don’t miss: Fighting fentanyl in schools Mental health and addiction The panhandling controversy Why Americans must get involved locally How redemption plays into leadership

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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, health scares, hilarious stories from his darkest days, and how creating art became the heartbeat of his comeback. This is redemption, with grit.

👉 If you’re in recovery, love street art, or want to hear one of the realest comeback stories out there—this one’s for you.

💥 Hit like, drop a comment, and subscribe to help us spread real stories that matter.

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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 bold look and bold message are resonating with youth across the country

🔥 And what it means to live a faith that meets people right where they are

This isn’t just another testimony, this is a front-row seat to radical transformation, healing, and purpose.

🎧 Listen now and be reminded that redemption doesn't come in a clean package… it comes where it’s needed most.

👇 DROP A COMMENT if this one hit home. And don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share the message

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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, and turn his chaos into comedy. Mike lays out exactly what rock bottom felt like (hint: it’s darker than you think) and the savage truth of what it took to get out.

This ain’t your grandma’s recovery story. No sugarcoating. No sad piano music. Just two former trainwrecks proving that you can be a mess, get clean, and still be funny as hell.

⚠️ Viewer discretion advised: foul language, real talk, and jokes that might get us canceled. Subscribe if you're into redemption arcs, raw recovery, and laughing through the pain.

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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. Whether you're a fighter, a runner, or someone striving for redemption, this episode is packed with inspiration.

Shawn Livingston’s journey is one of pain, perseverance, and ultimate redemption. A combat veteran, he found himself battling heroin addiction after an injury left him struggling to cope. His darkest moments nearly consumed him, but through running, he found a way to reclaim his life.

His story was captured in the powerful documentary 100 Miles to Redemption, which follows his fight to overcome addiction, rebuild the relationship with his family, and push his limits in an ultra-endurance race. Today, his journey is inspiring thousands, proving that no matter how far you fall, redemption is possible.

🔔 Subscribe now for more wild and powerful stories from the badasses who really lived them. 📌 Follow I Am Redemption:  @IAm.Redemption 

#JiuJitsu #XandeRibeiro #BJJ #AustinMarathon #Redemption #IAmRedemption #ShawnLivingston

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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 the stage

🔥 From near death to a leader in recovery

🔥 Unfiltered, raw, and hardcore, our boy Jacob holds NOTHING back!

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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 incredible generosity of A-listers like George Clooney, Christian Bale, and Keanu Reeves.

00:00 – Intro – Recap of Part 1 & What’s Coming Up 02:15 – Growing Up in Brooklyn – Family Life & Childhood Struggles 08:30 – How His Love for Bikes Began – The Story Behind His Iconic Bicycle 14:45 – Landing a Role in Spider-Man – Playing a Pimp Alongside Tobey Maguire 20:10 – A Gift from 007 – How James Bond Himself Gave Him a Watch He Still Carries 25:30 – The Generosity of Hollywood A-Listers – Stories About George Clooney, Christian Bale & Keanu Reeves 32:00 – Reflections on His Journey – Lessons, Gratitude, & What’s Next for Radio 38:00 – Radio Man Out!

🎙️ Don’t miss this exclusive inside look at the life of a true Hollywood legend!

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🚨 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 his best friend Vinny Petrosini, Radioman spills never-before-heard stories: 🔥 Crashing movie sets like a pro 🔥 Befriending A-list celebrities 🔥 Life on the streets of NYC 🔥 The wild path to redemption

This is the craziest celebrity story you’ve never heard — and it’s all real. 🎧 Watch now and dive into the most bizarre Hollywood success story ever told.

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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 recovery, and turning personal chaos into purpose.

🔥 If you’re in the trenches, this one's for you. 🔥

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