He was a 17-year-old standing in a fete when he saw an opportunity others missed. He built a brand so authentic that strangers feel like family. And he almost quit—until a moment on a mountain changed everything.

In this episode of The Blueprint Podcast, we sit down with Kwesi Lee—better known as SUPA HYPE—one of Trinidad and Tobago's most versatile and respected creative forces. From radio to content creation, music to television, Supa Hype has carved out a lane that is entirely his own.

But this conversation goes far beyond the surface.

Supa Hype gets candid about:

• The party that flipped his entire life upside down—and the version of Kwesi that almost existed instead.

• How he convinced his Caribbean parents he was enrolled in university while secretly pursuing his passion.

• Why being "never the first pick" became his superpower.

• The moment he was low on energy, ready to quit, and the unexpected encounter that pulled him back.

• His philosophy on failure: "The only way you can fail is if you stop."

• The internal cost of choosing yourself—and why he has no regrets.

• What he's protecting now that he never used to.

• The powerful advice he'd give his 17-year-old self.

This is a masterclass in mindset, curiosity, and intentional living. Whether you're a creative trying to find your path, someone stuck in the comfort zone, or just looking for permission to bet on yourself—this episode is for you.

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Former government minister Vasant Bharath sits down for a powerful, unfiltered conversation about his journey from a corporate executive haunted by a family trauma to a transformative political leader. He delves into the painful decision to stand with farmers against his own cabinet, the corrosive impact of political tribalism on our nation's progress, and the hard truths about our work ethic and citizen responsibility. Bharath provides a data-driven blueprint for economic diversification and explains why talented youth are now asking him for advice on where to emigrate. This episode is a masterclass in integrity and a urgent call to action for anyone concerned about the future of Trinidad and Tobago.

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On this raw, unfiltered episode of The Blueprint Podcast, we sit down with Renee Bain-Keller 24-year police veteran, Assistant Superintendent of Trinidad & Tobago’s Mounted & K9 Branch, and the woman who turned a teenage pregnancy into a masterclass in breaking barriers. From working at McDonald’s to commanding officers (and horses), her journey will make you rethink EVERYTHING about resilience, parenting, and what it means to lead.HARD TRUTHS WE UNPACK:🚨 "We don’t have a policing problem—we have a parenting problem" – Why she says toxic homes fuel crime more than lazy cops.👮♀️ "I’m a ‘soft’ leader in a macho force. And it’s working" – How empathy became her secret weapon in male-dominated policing.📉 "Social media is lying to you" – Her viral-worthy rant on curated lives vs. real struggle (and how to spot the fakes).This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a reckoning. A call to parents, leaders, and anyone who’s ever been counted out. 👉 Want more unconventional success stories? Hit subscribe and follow our socials https://linktr.ee/theblueprintpodcast2025 for new Blueprints episodes weekly.

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In this unfiltered conversation, discover:

✓ Why she traded classroom stability for creative entrepreneurship

✓ The real economics behind Trinidad’s carnival industry (and how creatives get paid)

✓ How to build influence without losing your roots

✓ Her controversial take on "safe careers" vs. self-made success

✓ The untapped potential of Caribbean youth in agriculture and arts

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