The Blueprint

About Craig Ballantyne: Craig Ballantyne is a renowned high-performance coach, author, and entrepreneur. He is the author of "The Perfect Day Formula," "Unstoppable," and "The Dark Side of Discipline." Craig is known for his no-nonsense approach to personal and business growth, emphasizing discipline, strategic planning, and mindset shifts to help individuals and businesses achieve their full pote...

Today’s guest is GS Youngblood — author of The Masculine in Relationship and The Art of Embodiment for Men . His work centers around helping men live, love, and lead from their masculine core. If you’ve ever felt stuck in Nice Guy tendencies, struggled to lead in your relationship, or wanted to deepen your emotional strength without losing your edge — this one’s for you." GS challenges the idea th...

Welcome to The Blueprint Podcast. Today, we are incredibly excited to introduce Dr. Sabrina Romanoff . Dr. Romanoff is a Harvard-trained clinical psychologist , professor, and writer based in New York City. She specializes in helping high-achieving individuals and couples bridge the gap between their outward success and the often-complex reality of their personal relationships. Dr. Romanoff brings...

In this raw and real episode of The Blueprint Podcast, Jason sits down with JR Harvey, the founder of the Kings Community, a fast-growing support network for men committed to personal growth, healing, and accountability. With over 20,000 men inside his free Discord group, JR shares his journey from job loss and personal breakdown to creating one of the most respected men's spaces online. We talk a...

Episode Synopsis: In this solo episode, Jason Smith introduces The Pivot Path, a five-phase framework designed to help you stop circling old patterns and finally build the life you were meant to live. Jason shares why personal growth is not about fixing yourself — it is about understanding yourself and choosing to move forward with clarity, strength, and intention. If you have ever felt stuck, fru...

In today’s episode, Sean Whalen — entrepreneur, best-selling author, and founder of Lions Not Sheep — joins Jason Smith for a powerful conversation on radical self-responsibility, true masculinity, leadership, faith, resilience, and the pursuit of freedom.     Sean shares his personal journey through adversity, personal growth, fatherhood, faith, and entrepreneurship, offering no-fluff a...

Living Shamelessly with Annalie Howling | Reclaiming Joy, Power & Presence In this soul-stirring episode, I walk through Nashville with high-performance coach, EMDR trauma specialist, and author Annalie Howling to explore one of the most powerful, misunderstood forces in our lives: shame . We dive into what shame actually is, how it gets embedded in our nervous systems, and how it can silently...

Episode Overview: In today’s episode of The Blueprint Podcast, we dive deep into the essence of masculinity beyond the surface-level expectations and societal roles. We explore what lies beneath the performance of masculinity — the real, raw, and primal aspects that are often overlooked or suppressed. Featured Guest: Mark Groves, founder of Create the Love and author of "Liberated Love." Mark is r...

Author of “May Cause Side Effects” | Chef | Advocate for Informed Mental Health Decisions     In this deeply moving and insightful episode, Jason sits down with Brooke Siem — award-winning chef, writer, and mental health advocate — for an honest conversation about resilience, antidepressant withdrawal, creative expression, and living life with full presence.     Brooke shares h...

Episode Summary: What does it take to build resilience, lead with impact, and scale a mission-driven business? Amber Nelms is a board-certified behavior analyst, entrepreneur, and personal development advocate who's reshaping the way we approach leadership, personal growth, and success. In this episode, Amber shares how she built Triangle ABA , a leading autism therapy company, while navigating th...

Adam Allred on The Cost of Complacency  The Blueprint Podcast with Jason Smith Episode Overview: In this episode, I sit down with Adam Allred , a leading voice in modern masculinity and the founder of the DGHBOY movement. Adam is on a mission to help men step out of their comfort zones, develop unshakable discipline, and reclaim their authentic power. We dive deep into why most men stay...

Episode 101: Amberly Lago – Resilience, Pain, and the Power of Joy What if the worst moment of your life became the defining moment of your greatest strength? In this episode, I sit down with Amberly Lago , bestselling author, speaker, and resilience coach, to discuss her journey from near death to unstoppable success. Amberly shares how a life-altering motorcycle accident left her with a one perc...

  🎙 EPISODE 100! We're celebrating this milestone with a powerful conversation featuring AK Dozanti , former law enforcement officer, coach, speaker, and author of Beat the Burnout: Prevention and Recovery Solutions for Frontline Professionals. Burnout is a silent epidemic in first responder careers, yet it's often ignored or normalized. In this episode, AK and I dive into the realities of fi...

Tanner Chidester went from struggling entrepreneur to scaling multiple seven and eight-figure businesses —but after hitting $1M/month , he realized something was missing. In this episode, we dive deep into his journey, from early hustle to high-ticket coaching success, and the hard lessons about money, fulfillment, and business scalability. Tanner reveals why most entrepreneurs stall at six figure...

  Synopsis In this solo episode, Jason Smith breaks down what happens when you start stepping into your truth—why it makes people uncomfortable, how to navigate criticism, and what it really takes to grow without shrinking in the face of projections. If you’ve ever felt the weight of other people’s opinions holding you back, this episode is for you. Key Topics Covered The emotional and social...

In this episode of The Blueprint Podcast, Jason welcomes Ciara Devereux , a licensed psychotherapist, trauma, grief, and loss specialist, and public speaker based in San Francisco. With a background spanning addiction recovery, post-incarceration rehabilitation, and relationship counseling, Ciara brings a wealth of experience to the conversation. She shares how her own personal journey led her int...

In this episode of The Blueprint Podcast , Jason Smith welcomes back Paola Michelle for an inspiring conversation about self-discovery, healing, and authenticity. Paola shares her transformative journey of moving to California, where she faced solitude, overcame challenges, and discovered deeper truths about herself. She reflects on the lessons learned, including the importance of embracing loneli...

In Episode 95 of The Blueprint Podcast , Jason sits down with licensed marriage and family therapist Talia Bombola for an honest, raw, and empowering conversation about personal growth, healing, and transformation. As the year comes to a close, many people set big goals for the new year, often aiming to “fix” everything at once. But Talia offers a refreshing perspective — it’s not about healing fr...

Episode Description: In this powerful episode of The Blueprint Podcast , we’re joined by bestselling author, entrepreneur, and creative force Brittany Bacinski. Brittany’s journey is one of resilience, creativity, and bold defiance of societal expectations. She’s the author of Reaching for Driftwood , On His Way Back to Me , and co-author of Hippie Eats . Her works have captured hearts worldwide a...

Episode Summary: In this episode of The Blueprint Podcast , Jason sits down with the one and only Cathy Heller — renowned teacher, bestselling author, and host of the top-rated podcast Abundant Ever After with over 45 million downloads. Cathy shares her powerful philosophy on abundance, manifestation, and the "Law of Reception." This episode dives into deep, practical wisdom for anyone feeling stu...

On this episode of The Blueprint Podcast , Jason Smith welcomes Dr. Taylor Burrowes, a relationship coach and creator of the transformative "vetting system" for dating. In this insightful conversation, Dr. Burrowes shares her expert approach to vetting potential partners, overcoming dating challenges, and building stronger, healthier relationships. Jason and Dr. Burrowes discuss the biggest strugg...

Meghan Elinor is a dynamic content creator known for her unfiltered opinions, thought-provoking hot takes, and her ability to spark meaningful dialogue on social media. With a career that spans lifestyle, beauty, and political commentary, Meghan uses platforms like   TikTok   to engage her audience with a mix of relatability and bold perspectives. Her viral journey began in 2023 when she...

In this episode, Jason Smith, Host of The Blueprint Podcast, sits down with Amy Morin, LCSW, psychotherapist, mental strength trainer, and bestselling author, to explore the power of mental strength and its role in fostering healthier relationships. Together, they tackle common challenges like feelings of inadequacy, grief, and the pitfalls of bad relationship advice. The discussion shines a light...

Nick Pollard, Born in April of 1980, is a world-renowned coach and speaker specializing in People Pleasing, Codependency, and Addiction. With over 50 million views on his social media channels, Nick has become a thought leader in personal growth and change. He ranks in the top 10% of coaches worldwide. Nick had a (in his own words) less-than-ideal childhood. His father was an alcoholic, workaholic...

In this enlightening episode of The Blueprint Podcast , host Jason Smith welcomes the inspiring Candace Harmony, a passionate speaker and advocate for self-love and faith-driven living. Candace shares her journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a beacon of light for others through her work on social media and her focus on helping truck drivers maintain a healthy lifestyle. Key Topics Disc...