Jason and AC tackle key questions about trust, forgiveness, and relationships, exploring themes like emotional self-preservation, reasonable expectations, and the impact of betrayal. They discuss rebuilding confidence, communicating effectively, and navigating vulnerability in meaningful connections.

AC and Jason discuss the role of loyalty in platonic relationships. How much loyalty is too much? Is there ever a point where loyalty becomes harmful? They explore the balance between supporting friends and maintaining personal boundaries, offering insights into how loyalty shapes healthy, meaningful connections.

Jason and AC reunite in person for the first time in years to record this episode. They dive into a thought-provoking discussion on defaultism—what it is, how it shapes the choices we make, and why it matters. Sharing their personal perspectives, they examine how default thinking affects relationships, decision-making, and self-awareness.

AC and Jason explore the challenges of morality and personal boundaries. Should we expect others to follow our moral standards? Is it ever right to impose our beliefs or step into someone else’s life? They discuss how to balance empathy, judgment, and respect for differences in a world full of diverse perspectives.

In this episode, AC, Amber, and Jason explore the meaning of open-mindedness, how it balances with critical thinking, and the role curiosity plays in building relationships. They also discuss navigating conflicts over core values and what it takes for someone to genuinely change their mind, offering insights on growth, empathy, and understanding in complex interactions.

In this episode of In The Blood, AC and Jason tackle a question that resonates with anyone on a journey of self-discovery: Are we defined by our past? As they reflect on their own experiences, they discuss how much power the past holds over our present selves—and whether we can break free from its grip. Jason shares his thoughts on how our past provides context and can shape us, while AC suggests that while past experiences influence us, they don’t have to define who we ultimately become. Together, they explore the balance between honouring where we've come from and embracing the choice to move forward. Tune in as they unpack the idea of personal growth, accountability, and the freedom to rewrite old narratives without letting them dictate our lives.

In this episode, AC and Jason sit down with Baba Sam Shelley to explore his remarkable journey from a life marked by chronic pain and mental health struggles to a powerful transformation of mind, body, and spirit. Diagnosed as "incurable" after years of illness, Baba Sam shares how an unexpected paranormal experience sparked a new awareness of his inner self and led him to meditate, discovering inner peace. Through daily practice, he learned that he was not defined by his thoughts or physical limitations...

In conversation, Sam describes his path of surrendering mental interference, embracing what he calls the "Perfect Spirit," and shedding his identity as a person with an illness. His experience of self-healing and finding peace defied medical explanations, leaving his doctors puzzled as he transitioned from 13 daily medications to a life of vibrant health...

Sam also introduces The Vibrant Soul Society, where he guides others to connect with their true nature through meditation, allowing each unique journey to unfold. His story emphasizes the possibility of profound healing when we let go of rigid expectations and align with our true, vibrant selves...

This week on In The Blood, Jason and AC unpack how their contrasting perspectives—Jason’s outward focus versus AC’s inward reflection—shape their views on life. They explore how their unique upbringings influenced these tendencies and discuss the impact of looking at life from the inside out versus the outside in.