Best 40 Failure Podcasts

We tell our children unsettling fairy tales to teach them valuable lessons, but these Cautionary Tales are for the education of the grown ups and they are all true. Tim Harford (Financial Times, BBC, author of 'The Data Detective') brings you stories of awful human error, tragic catastrophes, and hilarious fiascos. They'll delight you, scare you, but also make you wiser. New episodes every other Friday. more

She was once the world's youngest self-made female billionaire. Now Elizabeth Holmes, founder of the blood-testing startup Theranos, stands accused of leading a massive fraud, and lying to investors, doctors, and patients about the capabilities of her technology. If convicted, she faces up to 20 years in prison. But Elizabeth may be able to sway a jury with her charisma, highly unusual defense strategy and the fact that key evidence has gone missing. John Carreyrou broke the Theranos scandal. Now he'll take you into the courtroom as he examines Silicon Valley's fake it-til-you-make it culture, and the case against Holmes. more

This is a podcast about engineering disasters and systemic failures, from a leftist perspective, with jokes

Fyre Fest goes up in flames, Ashlee Simpson bombs on SNL, and somehow even Taylor Swift couldn't fix the ill-fated Cats movie. Who doesn't love a good fiasco?! Join us each week as we dissect the most deliciously disastrous flops in recent history. On Wondery's comedy & pop culture series The Big Flop, host and TikTok superstar Misha Brown unpacks all-time epic fails from Crystal Pepsi to Google Glass with the help of hilarious, highly-opinionated guests in every episode.Find out what happens when massive hype turns into a major fiasco, and join us as we try to answer the age-old question...Who thought THIS was a good idea?!New episodes come out every week. Listen to The Big Flop early and ad-free on Wondery . more

How To Fail With Elizabeth Day is a podcast that celebrates the things that haven't gone right. Every week, a new interviewee explores what their failures taught them about how to succeed better. more

The Adversity Advantage with Doug Bopst is a podcast that runs weekly that will feature Interviews from people of all walks of life as well as from Doug to help inspire you to turn your trials into triumphs. Doug Bopst used fitness to save his life from the depths of despair while incarcerated on felony drug charges and now has made it his life mission to help others overcome hardship. Doug combines his wisdom along with knowledge from experts around the world to allow you to use failures, obstacles, and ADVERSITY to your advantage. more

All Bad Things is a weekly podcast about accidents, tragedies, natural disasters and other anxiety fuel. Hosted by wry GenXer David and bleeding-heart Millenial Rachel. Trigger warning for everything possible. more

Actor Matthew Del Negro (The Sopranos, The West Wing, Scandal) describes his career as being told 'No' for a living. Here, he gets up close and personal with top-shelf folks from all walks of life about the 10,000 'No' s they've had to endure and struggles they've had to overcome on their journey to where they are today. Inspiring, raw, honest and funny, this podcast will help you see that the people you think have 'got it made' put their pants on one leg at a time, just like you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

This award-winning theater podcast features honest conversations with fellow artists and creative professionals. Along with actor and host Patrick Oliver Jones, they share meaningful stories of professional and personal challenges, highlighting the lessons they've learned and what keeps them going. more

Gain the experience of your peers to accelerate improvement of your program and career. Improve your product development process, reliability or warranty performance; or your plant uptime or asset performance. Learn about reliability and maintenance engineering practical approaches, skills, and techniques. Join the conversation today. more

How to go from living in the backseat of your life as a victim, into the driver seat of empowerment. The goal of the show is to ignite personal growth and transformation by sharing stories of overcoming adversity and highlighting different areas/topics in our Iives where adversity shows up. We will provide you with educational tools, tips, resources, and hacks to help you get through whatever you are struggling with right now-And most importantly help you speed up the process. more

Welcome to My Perfect Failure, the Podcast that taps into the world of Failure.We will explore What is Failure, why does it happen and how do we move beyond our Failures. With the help of a range of amazing guests from all walks of life we will discuss and debate to get their take on this subject. more

The road to success is littered with speed bumps. Every celebrated actor, writer, musician, artist, inventor and entrepreneur has faced debilitating career rejection on their journey to the top. We tell their fascinating stories and break down exactly how they achieved their remarkable goals. Because hidden inside each rejection is a unique insight. And we're here to find it. At its heart, this podcast is about persistence and inspiration. more

Chain of Events. Cause and Effect. We analyse what went right and what went wrong as we discover that many outcomes can be predicted, planned for and even prevented. more

The Tragedy Academy Podcast is a show that explores the human experience through the lens of tragedy and triumph. We aim to help listeners grow and thrive by sharing stories of real people who have experienced adversity and success.Hosted by Jay Hicks, multimedia artist and music producer, along with co-host Gary DeFranco, an Emmy-nominated executive producer with 20 years of experience producing non-scripted television, The Tragedy Academy Podcast provides a unique perspective on life's challenges and how to overcome them.Our guests come from all walks of life and share their stories of struggle and triumph. We believe that our past does not define our future and that living authentically and purposefully is the key to a fulfilling life.Through candid and humorous discussions, we explore societal divides and bridge gaps in understanding. We believe that laughter is the best fertilizer for the tree of knowledge, and that's why we bring you stories that will make you think, laugh, and inspire you to be a better person.The Tragedy Academy Podcast is available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. Subscribe now and join us on this journey of humor and enlightenment as we strive to grow the tree of knowledge together. Be cool and keep learning.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacyChartable - https://chartable.com/privacy more

Why did it take so long to make a Simpsons movie? Did Ed Harris really almost drown on The Abyss? How many times have they attempted to reboot Batman? And who thought Ugly Sonic was a good idea?Well, making stuff is hard. Especially in the entertainment world where big egos, bigger budgets, and just plain bad luck can make things go horribly wrong.In each episode of It Was a Sh*t Show, hosts Ian, Rae, and Clint dive into the unbelievable behind-the-scenes stories of disastrous, never-ending, and often dangerous productions. * New episodes on Wednesdays* Full video versions of Deep Dives can be seen on YouTube* Follow us on on social media @ItWasAShtShow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Behind the glitz and glamor, Hollywood can be brutal. For every success, there are many more rejections and failures. Screaming into the Hollywood Abyss explores that world and each week a new guest will talk about dealing with rejection, failure and adversity in the entertainment industry. Writer Noah Evslin and podcaster Dan Rutstein ask the questions. more

Discussions of art, mental health, value, labor, capitalism, doubt, and passion

Are you a leader searching for a path to greater effectiveness, insight, and innovation? 'My Favorite Mistake,' hosted by Mark Graban, turns the spotlight on how today's foremost business thinkers, C-suite executives, and industry disruptors navigate through the labyrinthine world of errors and missteps to come out on the other side with powerful insights and innovative solutions.The Concept:We deconstruct the idea that mistakes are something to be brushed under the carpet; rather, we argue for the transformative power of embracing them. What if each blunder could become a masterclass in leadership growth and creative problem-solving?The Stories:Our riveting interviews reveal the often-hidden episodes in the lives of our guests, highlighting the pivotal mistakes that have become defining moments in their careers. From international entrepreneurs to tech industry pioneers, healthcare leaders to award-winning authors, the stories you'll hear are as diverse as they are enlightening.The Breadth:The podcast spans an eclectic mix of topics: from leadership psychology and organizational culture to process innovation and sustainability. We tie them together in an intricate mosaic that gives you an edge in navigating the ever-changing business terrain.The Approach:Mark Graban, an author and seasoned consultant, guides the conversation with a unique blend of expertise and curiosity, mining each dialogue for kernels of wisdom and transformative strategies.Why Subscribe?Engage with thought-provoking dialogues that challenge conventional wisdom.Access tools and frameworks that offer a competitive edge in your industry.Discover your own potential for turning errors into innovative opportunities.Develop a nuanced understanding of emotional intelligence, resilience, and agile thinking.Transform the way you approach leadership, innovation, and success. Subscribe to 'My Favorite Mistake' today and embark on a journey of relentless improvement fueled by the transformative power of mistakes. more

The Academic Imperfectionist combines philosophical analysis and coaching insights to help you dump perfectionism and flourish on your own terms. Your host is Dr Rebecca Roache, a coach and Senior Lecturer in Philosophy at the University of London. more

AVERAGE TO SAVAGE is a transition from being disappointed with your tolerable life to refusing mediocrity in order to level up your health, mental toughness, mindset, and business.I'm Matt Scoletti and I was an alcoholic for a decade before overcoming my addiction. I am now a Certified Health Coach, 2-Time World Record Holder, Behavior Change Specialist, Fitness Nutrition Specialist, obstacle course racer, Ultra Marathoner, and Motivational Speaker! I can't wait for you to listen along as we embrace the SAVAGE lifestyle! more

We were NOT born this way. Success has not come easily or without failure. Our favorite stories of success are those that have been achieved by overcoming obstacles and adversity. We believe in becoming through overcoming and the power of perseverance and hard work. more

This is a podcast about failure with author, nutritionist and yoga teacher, Lola Berry.Here we will get to know these guests and learn how their failures have ultimately helped shape their dreams.Follow Lola Berry on Instagram: @yummololaberrywww.lolaberry.comwww.lolacoffee.cohttps://www.lolaberry.com/ more

Welcome to the Seeds of Success Podcast, where we dissect the anatomy of success to help you achieve your greatest potential and continue moving the needle forward in all aspects of your life. Our team is committed to uncovering the keys, clues, and seeds of success that we hope will catapult you to new levels of achievements in your personal and professional life.We conduct in-depth interviews with high achievers and break down books, audiobooks, podcasts, and other educational platforms, and provide you with the tools, tactics, strategies, habits, and systems to unlock your greatest self. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecolinwalters/support more

Working Code is a technology podcast unlike all others. Instead of diving deep into specific technologies to learn them better, or focusing on soft-skills, this one is like hanging out together at the water cooler or in the hallway at a technical conference. Working Code celebrates the triumphs and fails of working as a developer, and aims to make your career in coding more enjoyable. more

Command Z es un podcast que provee documentación sobre diversas vertientes del diseño, a través de su plataforma web. Su identidad de marca se basa en la función técnica de retroceder cuando se comete un error. Esto se fundamenta en la experiencia que nuestros invitados relatan sobre el diseño y sus aprendizajes de los errores cometidos. Capacitamos con varias herramientas abarcando temas enfocados en comunicación, arte, diseño y tecnología. more

Dan is in a wheelchair and has to give up comedy while he heals in bed from a pressure sore. Andy let himself go after being on national television over 5,000 times in 2017. Dan needs to gain weight for his operation. Andy needs to lose weight to get back on TV. Together they are meeting in the middle. Most of their guests have TV credits. Try not 2 cum. more

Fail. Hard. is a By Design podcast that explores the relationship between fear, failure, and creativity. Each week, host Will Hall sits down with top designers and makers to explore the various ways that failure and iteration can lead to breakthrough ideas and remarkable creative executions. more

New Project thank you for your support. -To inspire people to believe in themselves.-To encourage growth in every situation.-And to inspire others in their growth more

'Epik Fails of History' is a podcast about the most epic fails of... history! Created and edited by Erik Slader, author of the 'Epic Fails' history book series, co-hosted with fellow podcaster, Chris Carroll.(Recommended for ages 13 and up due to some mild language, occasional crude humor, as well as discussions of war, disasters, and historical facts.) more

Whether you realize it our not, you have the right to decide the life you want to live here on earth. What you do with the time you have been given is up to you. The determining factor of success or failure is how you respond to adversity, failure and certain defeat. more

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Host Hannah Trueblood shares real, raw stories about the hills and valleys of life. Everybody struggles, and everybody fails. This podcast shines light on those failures and setbacks, and shows listeners how they too can weather the storm. Own your story, own your truth. Tune in every Tuesday! more

I filmens värld är oftast bovarna genomtänkta, logiska och med tydliga motiv. Men verkligheten kan vara en helt annan, dålig planering & rent ut sagt korkade skurkar. Podden görs av Mattias Bergman & Andreas Utterström som tidigare gjort även Misslyckade Affärer och Misslyckade Makthavare.Nya avsnitt släpps varje onsdag, men redan nu kan man lyssna på hela säsongen - bara på Podplay.se eller i Podplay-appen. more

Join your host, Paul King, on the 'Startup Journey' where success isn't the only narrative. Tailored for new and early-stage founders, this podcast is an antidote to the typical success tales. In candid conversations with founders, seasoned advisors, and experts, Paul unravels the human side of startups—stories of resilience, failures, and the priceless lessons that emerge from the ashes of setbacks. This isn't your typical success saga; it's a gritty, unfiltered exploration of the startup world. Brace yourself for a journey where every unexpected twist unveils a new chapter of growth. more