Branden Robles - better known as @m0t1v3_auto - has become a key voice in the Dallas–Fort Worth car scene, documenting events, spotlighting builds, and connecting people through the culture he loves. But his story runs much deeper than cars.

After the economy collapse following 9/11, Branden found himself jobless and homeless, facing rock bottom. With the unwavering support of his wife and the life-changing decision to serve proudly in the U.S. Army, he fought his way back. That fight gave him resilience, purpose, and the foundation to now live out his dream, bringing the vibrant DFW car culture to life through his lens. In this episode of I Am Redemption, Branden sits down with Shawn Livingston to share: His vulnerable journey from homelessness to the military and rebuilding his life. The role of faith, family, and community in redemption. How documenting Dallas car culture became his passion and purpose. Why he supports and amplifies the I Am Redemption message across social media This conversation is proof that we are what comes after - that even from the lowest moments, you can rise, create, and inspire others. ✦ Subscribe for more stories of transformation ✦ Follow Branden on IG: @m0t1v3_auto ✦ Follow I Am Redemption: @iam.redemption

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In this episode of I Am Redemption, Shawn Livingston sits down with former Navy SEAL Shawn Johnson, a high-level private security professional who has worked closely with some of the most influential figures in the world.

They talk openly about life inside the SEAL teams, transitioning to civilian life, elite security work, brotherhood, and what happens when the structure and camaraderie of the military disappear.

Shawn opens up about repeated blast exposure, the impact it had on his brain, how psychedelics helped him regain clarity and appreciation for life, and why discipline and community matter more than motivation.

This conversation dives into accountability, leadership, fear, growth, and what it really takes to rebuild yourself after elite environments and trauma.

This is not motivation. This is lived experience.

Topics include:

• Life as a Navy SEAL

• Elite executive protection and private security

• Brotherhood and accountability

• Psychedelics, trauma, and clarity

• Veteran transition and identity

• Podcasting, vulnerability, and growth

• Discipline over comfort

• Subscribe for real conversations about growth, adversity, and purpose.
  

00:00 What death really feels like

03:20 Life after the SEAL teams

07:45 Elite security and high-profile clients

12:30 Brotherhood vs civilian life

18:40 Psychedelics and mental clarity

27:10 Fear, mortality, and appreciation for life

34:50 Accountability and community

42:15 Podcasting, vulnerability, and growth

55:00 Discipline over motivation

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