I Am Redemption

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This is the official I Am Redemption podcast. We share real conversations with people rebuilding their lives after addiction, trauma, loss, or major turning points. These are honest, unfiltered stories about what it looks like to hit rock bottom, take accountability, and do the work to build something different. Hosted by Shawn Livingston, each episode focuses on discipline, mindset, and the choices that shape who we become. This isn’t about perfection or quick fixes. It’s about showing up, being real about where you are, and figuring out how to move forward.

  1. 3d ago

    7-OH, Kratom & the Gas Station Drug Controversy with Jordan

    7-OH, kratom and the products showing up in gas stations and smoke shops have become one of the fastest-growing conversations around addiction, regulation and what people are actually buying.   Jordan Neumann joins Shawn Livingston to break down what he’s been uncovering around 7-OH, products marketed as Cat’s Claw, candy-style packaging, sweet flavors and why parents should understand what is being sold in plain sight.   Jordan’s connection to this subject is also deeply personal. He shares his story of going to prison, finding sobriety and rebuilding his life from the ground up.   Today Jordan is part of I Am Redemption, appears in the upcoming feature film Price of Redemption and is training to run the Austin Marathon with Team I Am Redemption.   We talk about 7-OH, kratom, gas station drugs, addiction, prison, sobriety, accountability, running and what it actually looks like to build a different life.   IAmRedemption.org   Built Different by Pain. Powered Different by Purpose.   We’re all recovering from something.   This conversation is for education, discussion and personal storytelling and should not be considered medical advice.

  2. Sep 8

    Price of Redemption Movie, Austin Marathon Training & Our Biggest Year Yet

    Price of Redemption movie updates, Austin Marathon training and the future of I Am Redemption are all on the table in this solo episode with Shawn Livingston   Shawn breaks down what’s happening with the feature film, the I Am Redemption crew training for the Austin Marathon, and the plans taking shape for the year ahead   He also gives a personal check-in on his own marathon training, mindset, motivation, recovery, faith and relationship with God   If you’re new to the I Am Redemption Podcast, this is a great place to start and understand what we’re building and why we believe we’re all recovering from something   We are what comes after

  3. Sep 1

    How to Get Unstuck: The 5 Pillars of a Successful Life | Jordan Edwards

    Jordan Edwards is a performance coach, founder of Edwards Consulting, and host of the #Clockedin podcast In this episode, Jordan joins Shawn Livingston in Austin for a conversation about getting unstuck, mindset, success, purpose, accountability, and what it really takes to build a life that feels successful beyond just money or career Jordan shares the framework he uses to help people evaluate where they are, where they’re falling short, and what needs to change if they want to move forward with intention They also talk about discipline, personal growth, relationships, spirituality, physical health, business, and why high performers can still feel like something is missing Shawn has appeared multiple times on #Clockedin and has spoken to Jordan’s clients about mindset and business, so this conversation flips the microphone and puts Jordan in the I Am Redemption chair Connect with Jordan Edwards Instagram: @jordanfedwards Podcast: #Clockedin with Jordan Edwards Website: edwards.consulting I Am Redemption Overcoming adversity through action, purpose and connection iamredemption.org Instagram: @iam.redemption We’re all recovering from something

  4. Aug 25

    From Prison & Addiction to Purpose | Cookie Zamarripa

    Cookie Zamarripa, better known as @FadedByCookie, opens up about a side of her story she has never publicly shared before   In this episode of I Am Redemption, Cookie talks about her years in and out of prison, her struggle with substance abuse, how she finally kicked the habit, and the process of rebuilding her life through barbering, service, and purpose   We also talk about returning to Uvalde after tragedy, serving families during some of their hardest moments, how Cookie and Shawn first connected during the Kerrville flood response, and why she continues to show up when people need help most   This is a conversation about addiction recovery, life after incarceration, second chances, service, faith, and what can happen when you give your pain a purpose   Follow Cookie: @fadedbycookie   Learn more about I Am Redemption, run with us, volunteer, support the mission, or get connected at iamredemption.org   Follow I Am Redemption: @iam.redemption   Follow or subscribe to the I Am Redemption podcast for weekly conversations with people who have overcome adversity and are using what they’ve lived through to help somebody else

  5. Aug 18

    After Losing Her Child to Tragedy, She Rebuilt Her Life | Pamela Cooper | I Am Redemption

    Pamela Cooper has lived more life in her early 20s than most people could imagine   After experiencing the devastating death of her child, Pamela found herself battling grief, mental health struggles, addiction, and a version of herself she no longer recognized   But her story didn't end there   She fought her way forward through sobriety, a dramatic weight loss and fitness journey, motherhood, and finding connection with people who reminded her she didn't have to do life alone   Our paths crossed through the Sober Girls Group Chat, Redemption Weekend, and the 100th episode of the I Am Redemption Podcast, where Pamela stood up during the live show and asked a question that turned into a moment that reached far beyond that room   Since then, she hasn't just been around I Am Redemption, she's shown up   She's volunteered alongside us, brought her family, joined our runs, and continued becoming someone who uses what she's survived to help others   Pamela's story is about grief, addiction, mental health, sobriety, motherhood, fitness, weight loss, and what can happen when we give our pain a purpose   This is I Am Redemption   🔵 GET PLUGGED INTO I AM REDEMPTION   I Am Redemption is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping people overcome adversity through action, purpose, and connection   🌐 IAmRedemption.org   We're all recovering from something

  6. Aug 11

    The Walking Dead’s Lew Temple on Hollywood, Faith & Price of Redemption

    Actor Lew Temple joins I Am Redemption for a conversation about Hollywood, faith, family, and stepping into the role of Dave in the upcoming feature film Price of Redemption   Best known to many as Axel on The Walking Dead, Lew has spent decades in Hollywood with roles in Unstoppable, Lawless, The Devil’s Rejects, Halloween, Waitress, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and many more   In this episode, Lew opens up about what it means to portray a real person in a deeply personal true story and the responsibility that comes with playing my father, Dave, in Price of Redemption   We talk about what drew him to the film, the emotional weight of bringing a real family story to life, and what it’s like stepping into a character whose pain, relationships and redemption actually happened   Lew also shares stories from his career and some of the legendary actors, directors and films he’s worked with along the way before opening up about his own relationship with faith, family, adversity, purpose and the realities of life inside Hollywood   This is Lew Temple beyond the characters   Price of Redemption coming 2026   🎙️ I AM REDEMPTION   We’re all recovering from something   I Am Redemption is about turning pain into purpose and creating something meaningful from everything life has put us through   Follow the podcast for new conversations every Tuesday   Connect with us, run with us, volunteer or support the mission at iamredemption.org   Instagram: @iam.redemption   WE ARE WHAT COMES AFTE

  7. Aug 4

    From Gang Life & Addiction to the Tahoe 100K | Martin Hernandez | I Am Redemption

    Martin Hernandez joins us from Reno, Nevada, fresh off completing the Tahoe 100K, one of the toughest endurance races in America. But this story isn’t about running. It’s about redemption   After discovering 100 Miles to Redemption, Martin won a custom pair of I Am Redemption shoes in one of our giveaways. Those same shoes would go on to carry him through every major race of his journey, including the Tahoe 100K   In this episode, Martin shares his journey from gang life, addiction, alcoholism, and mental health struggles to becoming the father, coach, and man he always wanted to be. We discuss the wake-up call that changed his life, how running and fitness became the foundation of his recovery, and why he’s committed to helping others discover the same transformation   If you’ve ever wondered whether someone can truly change their life, this conversation is proof that they can   If you’d like to get involved with I Am Redemption, join us for a run, attend one of our community events, volunteer, or support our mission by visiting IAmRedemption.org   We’re all recovering from something   We are what comes after

  8. Jul 28

    Can One Day Change Your Life? | Inside the Redemption Games

    What if one day could change the direction of your life?   This week, you'll experience the Redemption Games through the eyes of two incredible members of the I Am Redemption community, Amy and Edu   Both have built successful careers, yet like so many of us, they were searching for something more   They found it through movement, community, and purpose   Running and physical fitness became more than exercise   They became an outlet for better mental health, stronger relationships, resilience, and a reminder that life is better when we don't do it alone   For the first time, Amy and Edu are mic'd up from start to finish, giving you a true behind-the-scenes look at what it's like to participate in the Redemption Games   You'll hear their strategy, their conversations, their struggles, their victories, and the moments that made this day unforgettable   What Are the Redemption Games?   The Redemption Games weren't created to find the fastest athlete   They were created to build stronger people   Teams travel throughout downtown Austin completing mission-driven challenges hosted by local businesses that believe in something bigger than themselves   Each station represents one of the core pillars of I Am Redemption   ☕ THE WAKE UP | Buzzmill Coffee   💪 BUILT BY PAIN | Squatch Frontier Fitness   🏃 BUILT DIFFERENT | Fleet Feet Austin   ❤️ BUILT BY PURPOSE | Along the streets and trails of downtown Austin   🛡️ WE ARE WHAT COMES AFTER | Doug Sahm Hill Summit   Every challenge is designed to encourage teamwork, resilience, problem solving, and meaningful conversations while connecting people with organizations that are making a positive impact in our city   This isn't just an event   It's an experience   One that reminds us we don't overcome adversity alone   HUGE Thank You to Our Mission Partners   🏃 Fleet Feet Austin   ☕ Buzzmill Coffee   💪 Squatch Frontier Fitness   🍝 Juliet Italian Kitchen for hosting our start and finish line   A special thank you to our incredible prize sponsors for believing in our mission and creating unforgettable experiences for our participants   🛥️ Texas Forever Charters Providing an unforgettable private yacht experience for one of our winning team   ✈️ Rise Detox & Any Length Retreat Proudly sponsoring an incredible private jet experience for our winning participants   🌮 El Dorado Cafe Fueling our community with some of Austin's best food and supporting the mission of I Am Redemption   Thank you for investing in our community and helping make the Redemption Games an unforgettable experience Your generosity made this event possible   CONNECT WITH I AM REDEMPTION   🌐 Website IAmRedemption.org   🎙 Listen on YouTube, Spotify & Apple Podcasts   🏃 Join our FREE Austin community runs   Tuesday & Thursday | 6:00 AM   Saturday | 7:30 AM   💬 Monthly Men's Meeting - First Monday   💻 Monthly Virtual Community Call - First Thursday   ❤️ Help us continue creating life changing opportunities through community, movement, and purpose   Donate at IAmRedemption.org or text IAR to 53555   👍 If you enjoyed this episode   • Subscribe   • Like this video   • Leave a comment   • Share this episode with someone who needs community   We're all recovering from something   We Are What Comes After

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This is the official I Am Redemption podcast. We share real conversations with people rebuilding their lives after addiction, trauma, loss, or major turning points. These are honest, unfiltered stories about what it looks like to hit rock bottom, take accountability, and do the work to build something different. Hosted by Shawn Livingston, each episode focuses on discipline, mindset, and the choices that shape who we become. This isn’t about perfection or quick fixes. It’s about showing up, being real about where you are, and figuring out how to move forward.

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  • Creator
    I Am Redemption
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Explicit
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