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Homeless Alcoholic to Professional Singer | Timothy “iBeli3ve” Lamont Story

Timothy “iBeli3ve” Lamont shares his unbelievable journey from homelessness, alcoholism, trauma, and hopelessness… to becoming a rising R&B artist, Coca-Cola Music Artist, Recording Academy member, and performer across the country. In this powerful episode, Timothy opens up about the struggles that nearly broke him, including trauma, loss, homelessness, addiction, and the devastating impact of his father’s suicide. He shares how music became the outlet that transformed his life and gave him purpose. From performing across Kentucky and Los Angeles to recording at Coke Studio in LA and partnering with Coca-Cola, Timothy’s story is proof that your pain does not have to define your future. Today, Timothy “iBeli3ve” Lamont performs at stadiums, major events, universities, churches, festivals, and venues across the country while inspiring others through music, perseverance, faith, and authenticity. This episode dives deep into: 🔥 Homelessness and alcoholism 🔥 Trauma, grief and loss 🔥 His father’s suicide and emotional impact 🔥 Addiction and mental health struggles 🔥 Turning pain into purpose through music 🔥 Becoming a Coca-Cola Music Artist 🔥 Recording at Coke Studio in Los Angeles 🔥 Performing across the United States 🔥 Faith, motivation and resilience If you enjoy real comeback stories, motivational podcasts, music industry stories, mental health conversations, entrepreneurship, recovery, and inspirational content, this episode delivers raw truth and powerful perspective. Connect with Timothy “iBeli3ve” Lamont: 🌐 iBeli3ve Official Website 📸 Instagram: @ibeli3ve 🎵 Spotify: Timothy “iBeli3ve” Lamont Hosted by Adam Larkin: 🌐 GITTUpPodcast.com 🎥 YouTube Channel 👕 GITT Apparel 👉 Interested in being a guest, sponsoring an episode, collaborations, keynote speaking, or social media consulting? Visit: GITTUpPodcast.com 👉 LIKE • COMMENT • SUBSCRIBE • SHARE if this story inspired you. Timestamps: 00:00 Homeless Alcoholic to Professional Singer — Timothy’s Story 01:04 Growing Up and Early Trauma 03:26 His Father’s Suicide and Emotional Impact 06:18 Battling Alcoholism and Mental Health 09:02 Homelessness and Rock Bottom Moments 12:06 Turning Pain Into Purpose Through Music 15:10 How iBeli3ve Was Born 18:08 Performing Across Kentucky and Beyond 21:12 Becoming a Coca-Cola Music Artist 24:18 Recording at Coke Studio in Los Angeles 27:04 Performing at Stadiums and Major Events 30:10 Faith, Healing and Personal Growth 33:28 The Business Side of Music and Branding 36:41 Being Accepted Into The Recording Academy 39:12 Advice for Anyone Struggling Right Now 41:26 What’s Next for Timothy “iBeli3ve” Lamont 43:00 Final Thoughts and Life Lessons #iBeli3ve #TimothyLamont #MusicPodcast #MentalHealth #Motivation #Recovery #CocaColaMusic #Podcast #GITT #Redemption

FROM PRISON TO PURPOSE | Andrew Hager’s Addiction & Redemption Story

Andrew Hager went from prison, addiction, and hopelessness… to rebuilding his life, helping others, and creating purpose from pain. In this episode, Andrew shares the raw truth about addiction, incarceration, recovery, faith, leadership, and how he transformed his life into something bigger than himself. Today, Andrew is inspiring thousands through Andrew Hager Live on Facebook and Instagram, helping with the Blameless Children event, and serving as part owner of a treatment center dedicated to changing lives. This episode dives deep into: 🔥 Prison and addiction 🔥 Hitting rock bottom 🔥 Losing hope and finding purpose 🔥 Recovery and rebuilding life 🔥 Social media influence and inspiring others 🔥 Leadership through pain 🔥 Entrepreneurship and treatment centers 🔥 The power of redemption and second chances This is a real conversation about resilience, accountability, growth, and proving your past does not define your future. #AddictionRecovery #PrisonToPurpose #Sobriety #Recovery #Leadership #Entrepreneur #MentalHealth #Redemption #Podcast #GITT Connect with Andrew Hager: Facebook: Andrew Hager Live Instagram: @andrewhagerlive Hosted by Adam Larkin: 🌐 GITT Apparel [https://gittlive.com?utm_source=chatgpt.com] Interested in being a guest, sponsoring an episode, collaborations, keynote speaking, or social media consulting? Visit: GITTUpPodcast.com Timestamps: 00:00 Andrew Hager’s Story — From Prison to Purpose 01:14 Growing Up and Early Life Struggles 03:42 How Addiction Took Over His Life 06:18 The Downward Spiral Into Hopelessness 09:50 Arrests, Consequences and Going to Prison 14:26 What Prison Was Really Like 18:07 The Mental Battle of Addiction and Incarceration 22:11 The Moment Everything Started to Change 26:33 Recovery, Faith and Finding Purpose 31:20 Rebuilding Relationships and Trust 35:47 Starting Over After Addiction 40:18 Building Andrew Hager Live on Social Media 44:39 Using His Story to Inspire Others 48:26 The Mission Behind Blameless Children 52:03 Becoming Part Owner of a Treatment Center 56:44 Leadership, Recovery and Helping Others Win 01:01:30 The Truth About Second Chances 01:05:48 Advice for Anyone Struggling Right Now 01:10:04 Final Thoughts and Life Lessons From Andrew Hager

From Addiction to Leadership: Sindicat Dunn on Business, Recovery & Reinvention | GITT Up with Adam Larkin Podcast

Sindicate Dunn joins GITT Up with Adam Larkin to share his journey from addiction and adversity to entrepreneurship, leadership, and community impact. As a DJ, BBQ restaurant owner, entrepreneur, and city councilman, Sindicate opens up about rebuilding his life, overcoming addiction, and turning painful experiences into purpose. In this episode, we talk about leadership, second chances, business ownership, music culture, mindset, and what it really takes to change your life while helping others along the way. This is a real conversation about growth, resilience, and becoming the person you were meant to be. 🎙️ In this episode: * Overcoming addiction and rebuilding life * Entrepreneurship and business ownership * Running BBQ restaurants * DJ culture and music * Leadership and serving on city council * Mindset, discipline, and personal growth #GITTUpPodcast #AdamLarkin #SindicateDunn #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #ComebackStory 🎧 Listen to GITT Up with Adam Larkin on all platforms: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gitt-up-with-adam-larkin/id1856214875 [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gitt-up-with-adam-larkin/id1856214875] Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/60RmMWbBUQzOxp7rrypEhj [https://open.spotify.com/show/60RmMWbBUQzOxp7rrypEhj] 🤝 Connect with Sindicate Dunn: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18SwMC37ZE/?mibextid=wwXIfr [https://www.facebook.com/share/18SwMC37ZE/?mibextid=wwXIfr] 🎙️ Follow GITT Up with Adam Larkin: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@gittuppodcast [https://youtube.com/@gittuppodcast] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gitt_apparel [https://www.instagram.com/gitt_apparel] TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gitt_apparel [https://www.tiktok.com/@gitt_apparel] 👕 Shop GITT Apparel: https://www.gittlive.com [https://www.gittlive.com] ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 01:20 Meet Sindicate Dunn 04:45 Addiction & Early Struggles 09:30 Turning Life Around 15:40 Becoming an Entrepreneur 22:10 Running BBQ Restaurants 29:00 DJ Culture & Music 36:15 Leadership & City Council 43:20 Mindset & Personal Growth 48:10 Final Thoughts 🎙️ For sponsorships, collaborations, or to advertise on the GITT Up with Adam Larkin Podcast: 👉 Contact: vtec907@gmail.com [vtec907@gmail.com] 👉 https://www.gittuppodcast.com [https://www.gittuppodcast.com]

Brothers Building a Brand: Paint Creek on Country Music, Business & the Grind | GITT Up Podcast

The Paint Creek brothers join GITT Up with Adam Larkin to share what it really takes to build a brand through country music, entrepreneurship, and consistency. Coming up together as brothers, Paint Creek talks about turning their passion for music into something bigger — navigating the reality of the music industry while building a business and growing their brand. In this episode, they open up about working side by side as family, the challenges of staying consistent, and what most people don’t see behind the scenes of chasing success in music. They also share the lessons they’ve learned along the way, the mindset it takes to keep going, and what it truly means to build something from the ground up — together. 🎙️ In this episode: * The journey into country music * Building a brand as brothers * The reality of the music grind * Entrepreneurship and consistency * Staying motivated and growing together   👉 If you enjoyed this episode, follow the GITT Up Podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone chasing their goals. 👉 New episodes drop every Thursday — featuring CEOs, entrepreneurs, creators, and comeback stories. #CountryMusic #PaintCreek #GITTUpPodcast #Entrepreneurship #MusicBusiness #Brothers #IndependentArtists 🎧 Listen on all platforms: Apple • Spotify • YouTube 👉 https://www.gittuppodcast.com [https://www.gittuppodcast.com] 🎙️ For sponsorships, collaborations, or to advertise on the GITT Up Podcast: 👉 Contact: https://www.gittuppodcast.com [https://www.gittuppodcast.com] 🤝 Connect with Paint Creek: 👉 https://www.instagram.com/paintcreekmusic/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/paintcreekmusic/?hl=en] 🎙️ Hosted, Produced & Edited by Adam Larkin | GITT Up Podcast 👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gitt_apparel [https://www.instagram.com/gitt_apparel] 👉 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@gittuppodcast 👕 Shop GITT Apparel: 👉 https://www.gittlive.com [https://www.gittlive.com]

From NFL to Homeless: Jerod Thomas on Addiction, Recovery & Building a New Life | GITT Up Podcast

In this powerful episode of the GITT Up Podcast with Adam Larkin, I sit down with Jerod Thomas — a former college football star and NFL player whose life took a dramatic turn through addiction, homelessness, and ultimately recovery. Jerod shares his raw and honest journey from the highs of football success to losing everything, and how he fought his way back to rebuild his life with purpose. Now years sober, he owns and operates recovery centers, helping others find the same hope and transformation he experienced. This is a real conversation about identity, discipline, resilience, and what it truly takes to come back from rock bottom. If you’ve ever faced adversity, struggled with purpose, or are working to rebuild your life — this episode will hit. 🎙️ In this episode: * Life as a college football star and NFL player * Addiction and losing everything * Experiencing homelessness * The turning point toward recovery * Building a new life with purpose * Owning and operating recovery centers * Mindset, discipline, and long-term sobriety 🎧 Listen now on all major platforms. 👉 If this episode brought you value, follow the GITT Up Podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who needs to hear this story. 👉 New episodes drop every Thursday — featuring CEOs, entrepreneurs, creators, and comeback stories.