The ProGuide
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 89
Frequency: Irregular
Rating: 4.9/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Gender skew: Neutral
Listener location: USA
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
andrew@proguide.io
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Host
Andrew J. Mason - Host and interviewer focused on conversations with business leaders, entrepreneurs, authors, and professional experts.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
Jason Fried - Product Development, Thoughtful Design, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Focus, Small Teams, And Resisting Unnecessary Growth.
Paula Blankenship - Entrepreneurship, Direct-to-consumer Branding, Social Commerce, Retail, Manufacturing, Customer Relationships, And Building A Lasting Company.
Vince Varallo - Public Speaking, Communication Coaching, Confidence, Preparation, Professional Connection, And Overcoming Speaking Anxiety.
Travis Rosser - Entrepreneurship, Product Development, Customer Validation, Creator Businesses, Influencer Marketing, And Artificial Intelligence.
Steve Carse - Entrepreneurship, Brand Building, Business Pivots, Workplace Enjoyment, Failures, And Creating Engaging Customer Experiences.
Recent Topics
Episodes
The Secret to Becoming Remarkable, with David Masters
August 26, 2026
Great brands aren't created by adding more—they're revealed by stripping away everything that doesn't belong. David Masters returns to The ProGuide for a fascinating conversation about what it really means to become remarkable, and why branding has far less to do with logos, fonts, and colors than most of us think. David unpacks how businesses can uncover the identity already at their core, why he asks clients to write their own "brand obituary," and how clarity about who you are can simplify...
Jason Fried on Building Less, Thinking Better, and Ignoring the Noise
July 27, 2026
Basecamp: basecamp.com HEY: hey.com Jason on X: x.com/jasonfried Jason's blog: world.hey.com/jason The ability to build faster has never made it more important to know what not to build. In this episode of The ProGuide, 37signals co-founder and Basecamp CEO Jason Fried joins Andrew J. Mason for a refreshingly grounded conversation about creating thoughtful products in an age obsessed with AI, speed, and endless growth. Jason explains why faster development does not automatically lead to bet...
Forbes Dubbed Her the "Queen of Paint:" Paula Blankenship
July 15, 2026
What if the opportunity that changes your life begins with something you never intended to turn into a business? In this episode of The ProGuide, Andrew talks with Paula Blankenship, the entrepreneur Forbes dubbed the "Queen of Paint." Paula shares how an afternoon project designed to keep her teenage son busy grew from mixing chalk paint at her kitchen table and selling it on eBay into a thriving, employee-owned company generating tens of millions of dollars annually. Listeners will hear how...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with The ProGuide?
The ProGuide is hosted by Andrew J. Mason. Its publicly listed email is andrew@proguide.io. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for The ProGuide?
The publicly listed email for The ProGuide: andrew@proguide.io.
How many listeners does The ProGuide have?
Podseeker estimates The ProGuide reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for The ProGuide?
The ProGuide typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Founders, CEOs, business authors, innovation leaders, and established professional experts with practical experience building companies, products, brands, or careers. Common among recent guests: Founded or led a recognizable company; Published a business or professional book; Built a successful brand or platform. Recent guests include Jason Fried, Paula Blankenship, and Vince Varallo.
How hard is it to get booked on The ProGuide?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does The ProGuide cover?
Recent episodes cover Entrepreneurship, Business, Innovation, Leadership, and Careers. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
Publicly listed emails
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