In this powerful episode of Forgiven AF, Shawn sits down with Alex Loredo, a fellow roofing company owner, husband, father, and man who understands what it means to get a second chance. Alex shares his journey from spending seven years in prison—from age 18 to 25—to building a successful business, a strong marriage, and a life centered on faith and purpose.

Together, Shawn and Alex have an honest conversation about fatherhood, marriage, self-forgiveness, and the lasting impact of the choices we make when we’re young. Alex opens up about finding God while sitting alone in solitary confinement, the lessons he learned behind bars, and how those experiences shaped the husband, father, and leader he is today.

This episode is for anyone struggling to forgive themselves, rebuild after failure, or become the person God created them to be. It’s a conversation about redemption, responsibility, faith, and proving that your past doesn’t have to determine your future.

Topics Covered:

-Finding God in solitary confinement

-Life after prison

-Building a roofing business from the ground up

-Marriage after hardship

-Becoming the father your kids deserve

-Self-forgiveness and healing from the past

-How faith changes everything

A raw, honest, and inspiring conversation about second chances and the power of God’s grace.