At 16, doctors told Chené Micah Williams he’d never live a normal life again.
Three knee surgeries. A lifelong pacemaker. Every reason to stop.
Instead, he turned pain into purpose — becoming Pacemaker Shane, a fitness trainer and heart-health advocate who inspires thousands.
In this episode, Chené breaks down how he:
• Survived open-heart surgery and learned to live with a pacemaker
• Faced three major knee operations before he was 25
• Battled depression, doubt, and identity loss after his diagnosis
• Rebuilt his body and mindset through training and faith
• Founded the Pacemaker brand — a movement for resilience and awareness
• Found purpose in helping others rebuild confidence through health and discipline
• Redefined what “strength” truly means when your heart is literally wired to survive
If you’ve ever faced setbacks, health battles, or the feeling that life’s odds are stacked against you — this episode will hit home.
Guest: Chené Micah Williams — “Pacemaker Shane”
📍 Los Angeles, CA
IG: @pacemakerchene
Timestamps:
00:00 Cold open — “They told me I couldn’t live a normal life.”
01:10 Meet Chené Micah Williams — Pacemaker Shane
03:25 The diagnosis that changed everything
07:40 Three knee surgeries & a test of faith
11:05 Finding fitness and purpose after heartbreak
15:50 Building the Pacemaker brand
19:45 Helping others overcome physical & mental setbacks
23:00 Faith, discipline, and the will to keep going
27:30 Advice for anyone feeling like they’ve hit rock bottom
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Austin Tucker interviews Shane Michael Williams about his incredible **success story**, highlighting his entrepreneurial journey. We **delve** into the challenges faced by this **entrepreneur**, exploring his **motivational journey** and what made him an **inspiring story**. Discover the **personal triumph** behind his **entrepreneurship** and learn **how to start a business**.