In this powerful and candid episode of Going Rogue, Angie Manson sits down with Shawn Livingston — Army veteran, ultrarunner, speaker, and host of the I Am Redemption podcast. From being a four-time felon and heroin addict to running 100-mile races and inspiring communities across the nation, Shawn's journey is the epitome of turning pain into purpose.

They dive deep into how fitness became Shawn’s mental health lifeline, the turning point that helped him reclaim his life, and the importance of showing up, even when you don’t feel ready. From Austin’s running trails to CrossFit gyms across the country, this episode celebrates the power of community, connection, and doing the work — every damn day.

Whether you’re in recovery, just getting started, or simply need motivation to stop hitting snooze on your goals, Shawn’s story will ignite something in you. Tune in to hear how getting outside your comfort zone, building new neural pathways, and taking consistent action can lead to incredible transformation.

💥 Key Topics:

• Shawn's early love of basketball, military service, and how a car accident and addiction derailed his life
• Using fitness — running, rucking, and gym training — as a pathway to healing, structure, and confidence
• The story behind his documentary 100 Miles to Redemption and the impact of sharing his truth publicly
• Social media, podcasting, and building a platform rooted in service over sales
• The challenges of breaking into schools to spread awareness about fentanyl and addiction
• Why building community is the antidote to isolation and the secret weapon in recovery
• Faith, therapy, and the ongoing personal work that sustains long-term change
• Replacing comfort with challenge, and learning to live in the action phase

Ready to shift your mindset, embrace the discomfort, and start putting in the reps — in and out of the gym? This episode is your call to action.

🎧 Listen now, and don’t forget to:

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• Follow Shawn on IG @iamredemption
• Connect with Angie @angiegoingrogue and explore more at ElevateRehab.org