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On Purpose with Jay Shetty · September 14, 2026 · 1h 10m
BENNY BLANCO: The Secret to Failing Your Way to Success
Record producer Benny Blanco joins Jay Shetty for a candid conversation about his journey from high school dropout to pop hitmaker. He shares how embracing failure became a creative superpower, the small daily habits that sustain his work, and how he overcame a paralyzing fear of flying. Blanco reflects on redefining success beyond awards and the importance of saying no to protect mental peace, all while pulling back the curtain on late-night sessions with Ed Sheeran and Bruno Mars.
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Curious
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Blanco discusses taking big swings despite the terror of embarrassment, framing bold actions as a learnable form of courage.
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The Power of Small Daily Habits00:15:37
Small daily habits, not grand plans, are what build consistent creative momentum, Blanco says.•
Blanco shares how he broke a phobia of flying into tiny, manageable steps to regain control over his life.
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Redefining Success Beyond Awards00:43:57
Blanco now believes success is about internal peace and genuine connection, not Grammy counts or chart positions.Highlights
References
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F*ck Failure — Benny Blanco (2026) — Blanco's new book on mastering life's setbacks
Misc
✧Blanco describes how his mother wanted him to be a doctor or lawyer, and his decision to pursue music instead eventually turned her doubt into pride.
✧He recounts a late-night songwriting session with Ed Sheeran that produced a major hit in a spontaneous burst of creativity.
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