Ep. 80 Pro Friction Founders | Gobi Desert, Redemption Games & Community Power | I Am Redemption

10/06/2025 1h 1min Temporada 1 Episodio 79
Ep. 80 Pro Friction Founders | Gobi Desert, Redemption Games & Community Power | I Am Redemption

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In this episode of I Am Redemption, Shawn Livingston sits down with Jackie Chan and Alex Charles, founders of the Austin-based movement brand Pro Friction, for a powerful conversation about purpose, perseverance, and using fitness to transform lives.We dive into their personal history, how their bond formed, and the mission that led to the creation of Pro Friction. They share the wild story of trekking across the Gobi Desert, their preparation to return, and what that grueling journey taught them about mindset and resilience.We also break down how our connection sparked the creation of the first-ever I Am Redemption Games, a fusion of fitness, community, and redemption-driven purpose. This episode is packed with raw insight, brotherhood, and the kind of drive that fuels real change.If you're into elite endurance, purpose-driven movement, or just building something real from the ground up, this one’s for you.🔴 Hit Subscribe and become part of the Redemption movement.💬 Drop a comment if you’re joining the next Games.🔥 Tag a friend who needs this energy. 00:00 - Intro01:15 - How Jackie & Alex met05:40 - The birth of Pro Friction11:20 - Purpose behind the brand15:35 - Gobi Desert: the first trek23:45 - Prepping for round 230:10 Linking up with I Am Redemption35:30 - The first Redemption Games41:50 - Community as a tool for healing49:00 - Final thoughts: what's next 🔗 Connect with Us:📲 Follow Pro Friction: @profriction_📲 Follow I Am Redemption: @iam.redemption🎙️ Hosted by Shawn LivingstonHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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