The Blueprint Connect Podcast

The BluePrint Connect Podcast LIVE serves as an extension of last year's 7th annual 2023 Waymaker Men's Summit. Dive into the world of success, ambition, and inspiration! Join us for a special podcast episode featuring Ross Mac, CEO/Creator of Maconomics, and Xavier Miller, Co-Host of the award-winning Millionaire Mindsets Podcast. Mac and Miller reflect on the importance of financial literacy and building generational wealth within the Black community. They share their personal journeys and emphasize the need for collaboration, investment, and entrepreneurship to overcome the wealth gap. Welcome to this special podcast episode featured at the #1 Men's Empowerment Conference in the country. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BluePrint Connect Podcast LIVE is an extension of last year's 7th annual, 2023 Waymaker Men's Summit. "Dive into the world of success, ambition, and inspiration! Join us for a special podcast episode featuring television and film actor, philanthropist, and entrepreneur., Jay Ellis. Jay reflects on his challenges with closure, his transition from aspiring basketball player to actor, and the importance of stepping out of one's comfort zone for personal development, emphasizing the value of embracing setbacks as learning opportunities. Welcome to this special podcast episode featured at the #1 Men's Empowerment Conference in the country. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BluePrint Connect Podcast LIVE serves as an extension of the 7th annual 2023 Waymaker Men's Summit, inviting listeners to delve into the realms of success, ambition, and inspiration! Join us for a special podcast episode featuring Coltrane, the Founder and Managing Partner of the full-service creative agency, Team Epiphany. Coltrane shares his 19-year journey in the marketing industry alongside his wife, Lisa Chu, pioneering influencer marketing while emphasizing trust over paid influence. Additionally, he reflects on diversity within his agency, highlighting efforts to address the lack of black male representation through scholarships and outreach to institutions like Morehouse College. Welcome to this exclusive podcast episode, featured at the #1 Men's Empowerment Conference in the country. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BluePrint Connect Podcast LIVE is an extension of this year's 7th annual, 2023 Waymaker Men's Summit. "Dive into the world of success, ambition, and inspiration! Join us for a special podcast episode featuring Chicago’s very own, Dwyane Wade and WAYMAKER Founder & CEO, Louis Carr. Discover their insights on adaptability and career challenges, as Wade emphasizes the importance of pursuing dreams and surrounding oneself with supportive allies. Explore themes of growth, community giving, and familial guidance as Wade shares personal experiences and life lessons. Dive into managing discomfort and chaos with resilience, and uncover Wade's reflections on the power of obsession and building a supportive network for success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BluePrint Connect Podcast LIVE is an extension of this year's 7th annual, 2023 Waymaker Men's Summit. "Dive into the world of success, ambition, and inspiration! Join us for a special podcast episode featuring the Founder of Alkeme Health, Ryan Mundy, presented by DOVE Men+Care. Mundy delves into his transition from football to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the vital importance of men focusing on their mental well-being. He shares insights on finding security and transparency within the Black male community. Welcome to this special podcast episode featured at the #1 Men's Empowerment Conference in the country. Enjoy the show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BluePrint Connect Podcast LIVE is an extension of this year's 7th annual, 2023 Waymaker Men's Summit. Dive into the world of success, ambition, and inspiration! Join us for a special podcast episode featuring WayMaker HBCU MVP Award nominee, Trey Malcolm Causey, as he shares his journey from Morehouse College to future aspirations. Brought to you by Walmart at the #1 Men's Empowerment Conference – don't miss it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, host Louis Carr speaks with Mr. Ray Wallace, the Fit Curator.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Instagram sensation Edwin Sorto, a dance teacher at the KIPP Promise Academy, in Washington, DC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Blueprint Connect Podcast, host Louis Carr speaks with Dr. Mike Senegal, DDS about the importance of dental hygiene and answers questions about cosmetic dentistry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Will Jawando is an attorney, community leader, Obama White House alum and now an author. In this episode, Will talks with host Louis Carr about his new book, My Seven Black Fathers: A Young Activist's Memoir of Race, Family, and the Mentors Who Made Him Whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Korporate, a Chicago-based rapper and entertainer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Mahdi Muhammad about his upbringing, pivotal moments in his life, nursing and his company, BKlear water.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Blueprint Connect podcast, host Louis Carr speaks with Chicago Neurosurgeon Dr. James P. Chandler, MD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Charles Oakley, famous Chicago Bulls player and current BIG3 coach. He speaks to Louis about his career and his book, 'The Last Enforcer.'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of The Blueprint Connect, host Louis Carr speaks with Doug E. Fresh, Pastor Emeritus Charles Jenkins, Reverend Reginald Sharpe Jr. and Dr. Byron Brazier about the role of church in a man's journey to be his best self.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month, host Louis Carr speaks with Trent Shelton, former American football wide receiver and motivational speaker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This month, host Louis Carr speaks with entrepreneur and record executive Damon "Dame" Dash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with legendary rapper Fat Joe. Fat Joe is an artist, entrepreneur and TV personality. They discuss landmark moments in hip hop, having equity in what you create, and the responsibilities politicians have to their communities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Host Louis Carr speaks with Mark Edmond and Jamel Lewis, founders of The Black Bread Company.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Charles D. King, Founder & CEO of MACRO, a multi-platform media company representing the voice and perspectives of people of color. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Lecrae, an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record and film producer, record executive, author, actor, and entrepreneur.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, host Louis Carr speaks with Gerald Albright, American jazz saxophonist and musician.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Patrick Franklin, president and CEO of Urban League Of Palm Beach County, FL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, host Louis Carr speaks with Dr. William D. Yates, MD, premier hair loss doctor and hair replacement surgeon in Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, host Louis Carr speaks with Hill Harper, American actor and author.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, host Louis Carr speaks with Glenn Marshall, Journalist and reporter at WGN-TV.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, host Louis Carr speaks with Charles Jenkins, gospel musician and author.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Carlos Sanchez ,Diversity & Inclusion lead at Starcom US. He is also the National Chair of the Men of Color Alliance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Chris Gardner, American businessman and motivational speaker. Will Smith played Chris Gardner in The Pursuit of Happyness, an award-winning picture based off of Chris' book.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Hannibal B. Johnson, author, attorney, and a professor at Oklahoma State University and the University of Oklahoma.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Host Louis Carr speaks with Evan Marshall and NeAndre Broussard, the founders of Black Menswear.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Louis Carr speaks with Jeff Henderson, American chef, bestselling author and public speaker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, host Louis Carr speaks with celebrity tailor Rich Fresh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, host Louis Carr speaks with Dr. Battinto L. Batts Jr., Dean of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State University.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, host Louis Carr speaks with Dr. Ian Smith, American physician, author and television host best known for hosting The Doctors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Louis Carr speaks with Dr. Willie Jolley, author, radio host, speaker, singer and media personality. He is best known for his motivational bestselling book, “It Only Takes A Minute To Change Your Life”. Tune in for an inspirational conversation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Louis Carr speaks with Larry Miller, Chairman of the Michael Jordan brand at Nike and author of  “Jump: My Secret Journey From the Streets to the Boardroom.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Louis Carr speaks with Frank Clark, President & Chief Executive Officer of Encore Leadership Advisors Executive Search Firm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Wes Moore, American author, entrepreneur, and United States Army veteran. Moore is also the Democratic candidate for governor of Maryland. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Forest Harper, President and CEO at INROADS. INROADS is a non-profit organization founded in 1970 by Frank C. Carr to fix the lack of ethnic diversity in corporate America. INROADS originally launched with only 25 interns working at 17 sponsoring corporations in the Chicago area.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode of The Blueprint Connect podcast, host Louis Carr speaks with FYÜTCH, a Grammy-nominated rapper, songwriter, content creator and educator.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week host Louis Carr speaks with Jonathan Azu, Founder and CEO of Culture Collective. They discuss following your dreams, live music, teaching and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week host Louis Carr speaks with professional football player turned actor, Isaac Keys. Isaac is staring in Starz' highly anticipated drama series, "Power Book IV: Force." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, host Louis Carr has a conversation about music, BET and sports with serial entrepreneur, Paxton Baker. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Blueprint Connect, host Louis Carr speaks with Howard Griffith, Former NFL athlete and Big Ten Network football analyst. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week host Louis Carr speaks with Jason Rosario, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer of BBDO Worldwide and the Founder of Lives of Men. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of The Blueprint Connect, Host Louis Carr speaks with Stephen Bailey, CEO and co-founder of ExecOnline. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week host Louis Carr speaks with Joe Holder, founder of Ocho System & Health and wellness consultant. They discuss how making small goals can add up over time.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of The Blueprint Connect, host Louis Carr speaks with internationally acclaimed speaker Dr. Rick Rigsby. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Louis Carr sits down with American actor and former football player Devale Ellis. They discuss the importance of having a strong partner, his role on the BET show Tyler Perry's Sistas, and raising four children. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr speaks with Dr. Courtney Hollowell, MD, Chairman of Urology for the Cook County Health and Hospitals System. Dr. Hollowell is also an internationally renowned surgeon and a dynamic men’s health and wellness speaker. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week host Louis Carr speaks with Ian Michael Brock, Co-Founder of Dream Hustle Code® and New Nerd, computer science activist and public speaker. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week host Louis Carr talks to comedian, actor and host Gary 'G. Thang' Johnson about his journey from managing at McDonald's to hosting on the main stage. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s episode of The Blueprint Connect, host Louis Carr speaks with Dion Dawson, founder and executive director of Dion’s Chicago Dream. Dion’s Chicago Dream strives to create financial, physical, and emotional stability for Chicago’s Englewood residents by combating food insecurity while addressing the food desert status of the neighborhood.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today host Louis Carr talks with Shawn Gee, President of Live Nation Urban. He tells Louis how he learned the cadence of business as a child while assisting his mother, the importance of following your passion, and how he made the decision to leave a very successful career as a banker to become the manager of The Roots.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week host Louis Carr talks with attorney Andrew M. Stroth about how to get clients, the importance of bringing value to others, and why getting fired was one of the best things that ever happened to him. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today Louis speaks with Marc O’Ferrall, owner of 26 McDonald’s restaurants. They discuss the importance of establishing relationships, why people make the job worth it, and how you can work your way up from a McDonald’s employee to a franchisee. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week’s episode, Louis Carr speaks with rapper, producer and beatboxer Doug E. Fresh about his beginnings, how he has evolved through the decades, and the importance of taking care of your health. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host Louis Carr speaks with Judge John Lyke about how he went from the Chicago projects, to creating a million dollar law firm, to becoming a Cooke County judge, and how he overcame the challenges and hurdles along the way.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode host Louis Carr speaks with Brett J. Hart, President of United Airlines. They discuss his journey from lawyer, to the U.S. Department of Treasury, to his trailblazing role at United Airlines. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's episode, host Louis Carr speaks with Olympian Willie Banks about blessings vs. luck, his surprising recent world record, and how he keeps reinventing himself. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, host Louis Carr speaks with Ron Willams, former Chairman and CEO of Aetna Inc. They discuss the benefits of putting an extra 15 percent into the things you want to achieve, mentorship and the importance of being in "the room where it happens." Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our premiere episode, host Louis Carr speaks with entrepreneur, visionary and BET Founder Robert Johnson.  Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Blueprint podcast with host Louis Carr features interviews that will inspire and motivate. The guests will share lessons that will not only benefit each person, but help them to develop into the best version of themselves. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.