What do aviation, AI, parenting, and longevity have in common? Blair LaCorte. In this fast-paced episode, Episode 243 of the Fit Father Project Podcast, he shares with Dr. Anthony Balduzzi the biggest lessons from his high-performance life — and how we can all build a stronger body, mind, and purpose. Together, they explore the powerful idea that safety — both physical and emotional — is the foundation for longevity, authentic living, and effective parenting. Blair shares how formative childhood experiences shaped his entrepreneurial spirit, why midlife transitions are deeply necessary, and how self-love is one of the highest acts of love for your children.

Blair explains how your parasympathetic nervous system — the “rest and digest” network — underpins your mental, physical, and emotional well-being. He emphasizes the vital role of feeling safe, connected, and curious in both health and personal evolution. His advice? Move every hour, sleep according to your chronotype, get sunlight in your eyes first thing in the morning, and start each day with intention. From daily mantras to longevity science from the Buck Institute, Blair’s practical wisdom is packed with insights.

The conversation also dives into actionable tips for parents on creating resilient, curious, and emotionally stable kids — without overprotecting them. Blair’s candid reflection on failure, identity, and the modern health landscape is both refreshing and empowering. Whether you’re looking to optimize your body, reconnect with your purpose, or better guide your children in the AI age, this episode delivers.

• Childhood wiring shapes lifelong behavior
• Self-love is essential for effective parenting
• Authenticity is the key to a regret-free life
• Safety regulates the parasympathetic nervous system
• Your nervous system is the root of health span
• Frequent movement trumps long workouts
• Morning sunlight resets your biological clock
• Daily mantras shift your brain's focus
• Sitting is the new smoking — get up hourly
• Connection is the #1 longevity multiplier
• Food is the most important input for your health
• Kids need a safe place to fail and grow
• Random acts of kindness heal both giver and receiver

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Blair LaCorte is a dynamic business executive who after being raised by two entrepreneurs has taken a path less traveled, unless of course you were Forrest Gump! His career spans numerous industries such as entertainment, aviation, AI, technology, aerospace, consulting, investing and military logistics. Renowned for his insatiable curiosity, collaborative spirit, passionate oratorical skills and competitive drive, Blair consistently strives to make a positive contribution and impact in all his endeavors.

For Credibility: Blair has held CEO or “C” level strategy or operating roles in companies such PRG (largest live entertainment production company), XOJET/Vista (largest private aviation company), TPG (one of largest PE firms), Autodesk (largest CAD SW company), and Sun Microsystems / Oracle...

In this profound conversation, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi welcomes attachment specialist Adam Lane Smith to unpack how our early childhood experiences wire our nervous systems—and how that wiring can shape everything from our health to our marriages. Adam explains the science and psychology of attachment theory, revealing why so many high-achieving parents silently suffer from emotional disconnection, loneliness, and self-sabotaging health behaviors.

Listeners will learn about the three main insecure attachment styles—avoidant, anxious, and mixed—and how they show up in relationships, parenting, and health choices. Adam provides a visceral, relatable description of how these patterns develop, the havoc they can wreak, and how they can be completely healed through conscious effort, safe relationships, and nervous system regulation.

But this episode isn’t just theoretical. Dr. Balduzzi and Adam dive deep into the practical side: how men can build secure attachment through small, consistent steps, how fitness plays a critical role in rewiring the brain for connection, and how parents can start creating transformational moments with their kids—without needing to be perfect.

This episode will resonate with anyone who’s ever felt disconnected despite doing everything “right.” It’s a wake-up call for high performers, a roadmap for parents, and a love letter to those willing to do the inner work. Don’t miss the insights that could quite literally transform your relationships—and your life.

• Early trauma wires nervous system dysfunction
• Avoidant = survival mode, overwork, disconnected
• Anxious = approval seeking, learned helplessness
• Secure = calm, connected, honest communication
• Attachment issues crush hormone balance
• Most divorces = anxious woman + avoidant man
• High performers often hide deep loneliness
• Nervous system dysregulation blocks oxytocin
• Healing begins with awareness and self-reflection
• Fixing attachment transforms your physiology
• Parents must become self-correcting, not perfect
• Fitness supports nervous system healing
• Kids model what they see, not what you say
• Transparency + feedback = secure relationships
• Your health habits are also love habits

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Adam Lane Smith, MA Psych, is recognized globally for his groundbreaking work in applied attachment psychology. Over the past 15 years, he has guided more than 1,600 private clients (including top executives, Hollywood A-listers, and management professionals) towards building resilient and effective relationships, both at...

In another powerful episode of the Fit Father Project Podcast, Episode 241, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi welcomes Ben Azadi—bestselling author, metabolic health expert, and founder of Keto Kamp—for a deep dive into the root causes of poor metabolic health and what it truly takes to reclaim your body, mind, and vitality. Ben shares his personal transformation story, going from suicidal, overweight, and inflamed at 250 lbs to thriving in his 40s—lean, healthy, and purposeful. His journey started with ownership and mindset shifts, and evolved into a life’s mission of helping others achieve “metabolic freedom.”

The conversation goes far beyond keto buzzwords. Ben outlines how environmental toxins, not just calories, are driving fat gain and chronic disease, with shocking data about "obesogens" and "diabetogens" found in food, water, and even household items. He also challenges conventional calorie-focused models of weight loss and reveals how addressing hormones and inflammation is the real path to transformation.

Ben unpacks his strategic use of ketosis—not as a lifelong diet, but as a metabolic tool—alongside the power of fasting, carnivore resets, and metabolic flexibility. His 6-day carnivore + 1-day carb refeed approach gives listeners a fresh model of how to eat and train for longevity and leanness.

Finally, the conversation takes a powerful turn into mindset. Ben’s favorite “supplement”? Vitamin G—gratitude. He explains how thoughts shape biology, citing the placebo effect, stress hormones, and genetic expression. He leaves listeners with a compelling call to master their thinking to master their health.

• Weight gain is a symptom of deeper dysfunction
• Hidden toxins (obesogens, diabetogens) drive fat storage
• Hormones and inflammation matter more than calories
• Keto used as a strategic metabolic tool, not lifelong diet
• Fasting insulin is the best marker for metabolic health
• Carnivore diet works well as a short-term gut reset
• Weekly protocol: 6 days carnivore, 1 day carb refeed
• Plastics and household toxins disrupt hormones and metabolism
• Muscle mass is the #1 driver of metabolic efficiency after 60
• Vitamin G = gratitude, the most underrated anti-inflammatory
• Your thoughts can literally turn genes on or off
• Rewiring your mindset is like strength training for the brain
• True metabolic freedom comes from healing root causes

Website: www.benazadi.com

New Book: Metabolic Freedom is set to release on May 13, 2025

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Preorder Ben's book before May 13th or order after its release and get his Metabolic Freedom course and exclusive interviews for FREE! ($997 Retail Value)

Podcast: The Metabolic Freedom Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/metabolic-freedom-with-ben-azadi/id1470779784

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