Best Failure The Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Best People, Best Practice: with Cyrus D'Cruz, Peoplegig 54:56

6d ago54:56

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How do you get the best from your team? How do you get the best out of yourself? Cyrus is a people and business performance leader, advising organisations on how to align their team to their overall strategy - a career he fell into after leaving an engineering degree to work in recruitment. Driven by a love of people, he wanted to combine this with…

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Episode 89 - Frank Zummo from Sum 41 44:45

22d ago44:45

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In this electrifying episode of The Miserable Failure Podcast, host Michael Crusty sits down with Frank Zummo, the powerhouse drummer from Sum 41, to talk about life on the road in 2024. Frank opens up about his daily routine while touring with the band, from early soundchecks to late-night jams, and what keeps him energized during those long tours…

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We Bought a Winery: with Wendy Laureti, Saddler's Creek Wines 59:47

28d ago59:47

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Wendy Laureti and husband, Frank, bought Saddler's Creek Winery back in 2015. Within four months of taking over the estate, they were hit with once in a century floods, followed by ongoing droughts and the state’s worst bushfire season on record in 2019/20. Then Covid hits. And immediately after what feels like an eternity of pandemic lockdowns, th…

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Episode 88 - Morgan Farrell from The Corps, Blacked Out and ATD 58:38

29d ago58:38

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In Episode 88 of the Miserable Failure Podcast, host Michael Crusty welcomes Morgan Farrell, an inspiring figure in the punk rock scene. Hailing from Vancouver, Morgan is known for his work with bands such as The Corps, Blacked Out, and ATD. Beyond his passion for music, Morgan’s story is one of resilience—he’s a cancer survivor who has channeled h…

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Episode 87 - Crusty Radio 56:23

1M ago56:23

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I didn't know what to write about this episode so I asked AI to... Episode 87 of the *Miserable Failure Podcast*, titled “Crusty Radio,” brings a high-octane burst of punk energy straight to your ears. Hosted by the inimitable Michael Crusty, this episode is a sonic journey featuring some of the most electrifying and raw sounds in the punk rock sce…

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Episode 86 - Drea and Gaby from The Venomous Pinks 57:50

1M ago57:50

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Episode 86 of The Miserable Failure Podcast, hosted by Michael Crusty, dives into an engaging conversation with Drea and Gaby from the powerhouse punk band The Venomous Pinks. The episode covers the thrills and challenges of touring across Europe, the creative process behind their latest music, and an honest look at the unique hardships women face …

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Risk, Trust and Resilience: Jovin Papa-Rhodes' Journey Through Failure 1:11:23

2M ago1:11:23

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After missing out on a spot in medical school, Jovin found her passion in pharmacy helping people navigate their day-to-day health issues. Overcoming financial hurdles and professional challenges, she relocated to Australia from her native home in the Philippines. She now owns two major retail pharmacies on the NSW South Coast. In this episode of t…

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Episode 85 - Connor Lovat-Fraser from Boys Night Out and The Scary Loud 1:29:55

2M ago1:29:55

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In episode 85 of the Miserable Failure Podcast, we welcome the talented Connor Lovat-Fraser from Boys Night Out and The Scary Loud. Join us as we dive deep into Connor's journey as a vocalist and songwriter, exploring the personal tragedies that have shaped his music and mindset. We discuss the importance of mental health in the creative process an…

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Riding a New Wave in Sustainability - Tom Hobbs, Spooked Kooks 1:05:52

3M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

Tom Hobbs is a former actor turned sustainability entrepreneur. Marrying his passion for surfing and environmental impact to co-create Spooked Kooks, an eco-surf brand utilising recycled consumer plastics to produce quality surfboards. Since launching in 2017, Tom and his co-founder have contributed to removing over 9.3 tonnes of plastic waste from…

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Gift or Grift? 42:56

3M ago42:56

42:56

Our Guest: Suman LalBy Failure – the Podcast / Innovation Blab

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Aligning Brand With Values - Brock Hatton, Chief Nutrition 44:51

3M ago44:51

44:51

Brock's entrepreneurial journey started early - much earlier than most - when he begun flipping properties while still at uni. It was then a chance encounter with Tim Ferriss, of 4-Hour Work Week fame, while travelling through South America that spurred on his first business venture. Since being bitten by the entrepreneur bug, Brock has built and b…

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Public Health Reflux ... er ... Redux 59:59

3M ago59:59

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We’d thought we’d learned from a prior guest to this august podcast that Big Pharma could provide cures for more diseases, if only flaws in America’s third-party payor health care system could be fixed. Today’s guest is not so sure of that. Dr. Seth Powsner, a professor at Yale and a practicing ER physician, says that it’s really a question of will…

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Rebranding Failure: with Grant Lawrie 43:12

4M ago43:12

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What does it take to rebrand failure into a stepping stone for success? In this episode of the Anti-Failure Podcast, Chris is joined by Grant 'Truck' Lawrie, sharing his remarkable start-up journey through antiques, event management, hospitality and skincare. Together, they explore how Grant turned financial setbacks and market challenges into oppo…

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Stand Up To Failure: with Mike Campbell 1:00:24

5M ago1:00:24

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Repeat with me 'I have failed, but I am NOT a failure!'. The distinction is an important one to make if you want to have success in any of life's pursuits. Today's guest on the Anti-Failure Podcast is Mike Campbell Man Coach, sharing his knowledge and wisdom from over a decade of helping Aussie men become Everyday Legends. Mike started a personal t…

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Episode 84 - Shawna Potter from War On Women 1:17:08

5M ago1:17:08

1:17:08

Episode 84 is now out, featuring Shawna Potter from War On Women. We dive into their upcoming album, their summer tour in August, and all the exciting things Shawna's been up to over the past year! Hosted by Michael Crusty See ya next time...By michael crusty

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Drugged Out

5M ago

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Join the team from Failure - the Podcast (a/k/a Innovation Blab) as they stumble upon the dark underbelly of Big Pharma. Our guest, Imran Nasrullah, has 25+ years of experience in the industry, specializing in drug licensing and business development. He tell tales that few know or want to believe. One in ten thousand, for example: 9,999 candidate d…

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Accidental CEO: with Ryan Gilbank 1:01:26

5M ago1:01:26

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Ryan Gilbank was helping a mate broker the sale of his business when he realised it was such a great deal that he bought it himself. In this episode of the Anti-Failure Podcast, Chris and Ryan discuss the evolution from employee to business owner and journey to becoming the leader that your team needs you to be. Ryan also shares his passion for giv…

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Who Knew? A Time-Sink in Two Parts. Part 2: The Singularity is Nigh. 45:28

5M ago45:28

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Who knew? Join the Innovation Blab (a/k/a Failure - the Podcast) in a double-header. A two-fer. “Episode 80 - Broken Down Cars” and “Episode 81 - The Singularity is Nigh.” Our special guests are … well … special. Milind Sawant is an AI guru, currently with Siemens Healthcare and leading a team of 50 engineers and a $15M budget to drive AI integrati…

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Who Knew? A Time-Sink in Two Parts. Part 1: Broken Down Cars. 45:28

5M ago45:28

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Who knew? Join Innovation Blab/Failure - the Podcast in a double-header. A two-fer. “Episode 80 - Broken Down Cars” and “Episode 81 - The Singularity is Nigh.” Our special guests are … well … special. Sydney Robinson is CEO and co-founder of Vessl Prosthetics, an Ontario-based startup that is hellbent on improving the lives of below-knee amputees a…

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Episode 83 - Chuck Ragan from Hot Water Music 1:06:26

6M ago1:06:26

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On episode 83 of the Miserable Failure Podcast, Chuck Ragan from Hot Water Music called me to chat about the 30th anniversary tour as well as the bands newest album VOWS. We delve into the highs and lows of their extensive touring experiences, Life outside the band, his family and of course fishing! We also go into detail about HMW's visit to the D…

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Nasty, Brutish and Short 1:02:58

6M ago1:02:58

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Catch them on a good day, and we suspect that many an entrepreneur would say that bootstrapping a business is like a bowl of cherries, pits and all. Leaving aside the independently wealthy, that more traditional approach may destine the enterprise to slower, bounded growth. A lifestyle business. One that’s likely to yield more pits than flesh early…

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Shipwrecked in the Philippines: with Chris Eagar 1:03:01

6M ago1:03:01

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Chris Eagar is a fascinating human with an unbridled sense of adventure. He has a healthy appetite for risk and isn't afraid to fail. In this episode of the Anti-Failure Podcast, we dive into how Chris and his brothers turned their yearly trips together into a 3 season TV series, a book, and TV production company. Along the journey he's driven a ri…

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Episode 82 - Jon Elmaleh from Napoleon 33:08

6M ago33:08

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Episode 82 features the lead singer from the post-hardcore band Napoleon, Jonathan Elmaleh. The band just released their second EP "Dear God" and have had a steady stream of singles in between the two EPs. I have personally worked with the band on many occasions as I have made all of their music videos to date ( I think the count is 8). Check out t…

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The Question 1:27:27

6M ago1:27:27

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Ask an entrepreneur: “what keeps you up at night?” They’ve heard The Question before and have an answer at the ready. But they’ll make you wait through a feigned moment of reflection before they launch into it. Investors play the game, too. Get a group of them together and, invariably, one of them will pose The Question whenever an entrepreneur doe…

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Growing a Small Studio To Over 800 Members - with Connor Pettersson 50:28

7M ago50:28

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Connor was living the dream - an intrepid traveller working and surfing in Bali. But something was amiss. For what many of us would describe as the perfect lifestyle, Connor found himself at times feeling disconnected and lonely. Craving the sense of community he had grown accustomed to surrounded by family, friends and footy. This came to a head o…

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Episode 81 - Tracy A from Cross Dog 1:03:53

7M ago1:03:53

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In Episode 81 of the podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with my good friend Tracy A from the band Cross Dog. We dive into their new album "Hard Feelings" (June 7th on Stomp Records), explore Tracy's background, discuss how the band came together, and unpack the meaning behind some of the powerful lyrics. Hosted by Michael Crusty Playlist: Jane…

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Women in the Workplace: with Nat Perkins 41:47

7M ago41:47

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Nat Perkins is a physiotherapist with a very interesting resume, working with an array of athletes and celebrities. A list that includes the likes of Fleetwood Mac, Robbie Williams, Kylie Minogue, Elton John, Bruce Springsteen, Guns 'n' Roses, as well as Nitro Circus - serving as their Head Physio for a number of years. She also owns a successful S…

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Episode 80 - The Anti-Queens Takeover 1:11:21

7M ago1:11:21

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Episode 80 of the podcast is The Anti-Queens takeover featuring Emily Bones, Valerie Knox and host Michael Crusty as they touch upon their journey recording the album, playing the Die Mannequin reunion show and lots more nonsense! Playlist Die Mannequinn - Do It Or Die The Anti-Queens - Doomed Again The Anti-Queens - Crusade Die Mannequin - Dead Ho…

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Episode 79 - Anthony Bleed from Die Mannequin & Aciidz 59:04

8M ago59:04

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Episode 79 features Anthony Bleed. Anthony played bass in Die Mannaquin and plays guitar and sings in Aciidz. On this episode we chat about the early days of Die Mannequin, touring with Deftones and all things Care Failure. Hosted by Michael Crusty. Die Mannequin - Miss Americvnt Die Mannequin - Dead Honey Die Mannequin - Bad Medicine @MiserableFai…

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Episode 78 - Cone from Sum 41 43:44

8M ago43:44

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For Episode 78 Cone from Sum 41 came back on the podcast to talk about the new album HEAVEN :x: HELL, touring around the world, his plans for after the band go their separate ways and much more! HOSTED by Michael Crusty PLAYLIST Sum 41 - Landmines Sum 41 - Waiting On A Twist Of Fate Sum 41 - Rise Up Sum 41 - Paint It Black @CrustyMedia @MiserableFa…

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Redundancy to CEO 37:32

8M ago37:32

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WithWine founder and CEO, Rich Owens, has had his fair share of ups and downs throughout his career. But every twist and turn inevitably led him down a path that saw him bring together a passion for solving big problems and his love of great wine. Following a shock redundancy in 2013, he set out to build a tech platform that could improve the entir…

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Episode 77 - Damian Abraham from Fucked Up and Turned Out A Punk 1:24:39

9M ago1:24:39

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Episode 77 features Damian Abraham from the band Fucked Up and the Podcast Turned Out A Punk. I've been bugging him for a year or probably longer to be on this podcast and it finally happened. Hosted by Michael Crusty.By MIchael Crusty

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Realising Your Potential: With Sion Cousins 46:14

9M ago46:14

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While working in Dubai, Sion was impeded from leaving the country by his employer. An experience so confronting that he has vowed to never be employed by someone else again. In this episode, we delve into his inspiring journey as a successful entrepreneur, athlete, and mental performance coach. Sion shares his remarkable experiences, from sleepless…

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Blab, yes. Innovation, not so much. 1:03:02

9M ago1:03:02

1:03:02

Election fever. With all the news, who can avoid it? Not a news ticker scrolls by without a mention of Biden's age, Trump's trials and RFK's betrayals. We're not immune to it. So when a scheduled guest went AWOL, we figured we'd talk about the first thing that came to mind. Suffice it to say that MAGA conservatives aren't the only ones who hang out…

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Episode 76 - Crusty Radio (Some Chunes) 1:04:18

9M ago1:04:18

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Well. well, well, look who it is! it's your favourite host Michael Crusty back at you with another Crusty Radio episode. I was sitting in my office listening to some old tunes when I thought, "Why not turn this chaos into an episode of the podcast?" So, get ready for some stores that you may or may not have heard before. Episode 76... Here we go! P…

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The $300,000 Scam 53:24

10M ago53:24

53:24

Terri Ayliffe brings energy and vivacity to everything she does. With a passion for building businesses and helping people reach their full potential, both professionally and personally, success is about creating environments where staff and clients can be their authentic selves. Believing that this is where people perform their best, and are at th…

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Episode 75 - Aaron Wolff from Solitary Sun 1:14:24

10M ago1:14:24

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Episode 75 features a friend of mine, Aaron Wolff. He is the lead singer and guitarist in Solitary Sun. We talk about his musical project that started nearly 15 years ago... Hosted by Michael Crusty. Solitary Sun - The Dirge Solitary Sun - Livin' With The Low Solitary Sun - Out Of Control Solitary Sun - Salvation Song See ya next time... @MICHAELxC…

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Episode 74 - Ashleigh Darrach Canadian Radio DJ 1:04:48

10M ago1:04:48

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For episode 74 I bring you Canadian radio host and DJ for 3 stations across the country Ashleigh Darrach. She can be heard on 100.3 The Bear in Edmonton, CJAY 92 in Calgary and 97.7 HTZ-FM in St Catharine's. A lover of all things music, we chat about our favourite bands and have a few laughs. The Dirty Nil - Celebration Cleopatrick - Hometown Black…

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Teaching Innovation 1:14:35

10M ago1:14:35

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Join us in a discussion with Diane Bouis, director of MedTech Innovator, the world’s largest life science startup accelerator program.By Innovation Blab

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Expulsion, Sneakers & Reality TV 57:15

10M ago57:15

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An inspiring story about following your passion and dreams. Josh was kicked out of school at 15 and struggled to find his purpose. After a number of retail and corporate roles across real estate, fashion and media, he embarked on a journey to become a shoe designer. A path that later placed him as the founder of a niche athletic sneaker brand - for…

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Episode 73 - Krista Shipperbottom from Lutharo 1:06:31

11M ago1:06:31

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Episode 73 features Krista Shipperbottom from Lutharo! A lot has changed for Krista and the band since the last time she was on the podcast. Sit back and listen as we discuss the new album, touring and what the songs mean to Krista. Hosted by Michael Crusty. Chasing Euphoria is out March 15th 2024 on Atomic Fire Records. PLAYLIST: Reaper's Call - L…

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Make Innovation Great Again! 52:20

11M ago52:20

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Not that we have a vested interest, but we’d suggest that Joe Biden make a go at it with a blue baseball cap sporting the acronym MIGA. You know, “make innovation great again!” Speaking of innovation, today’s guest is John Daniels, a tinkerer turned entrepreneur who is daring fate by joining the Innovation Blab in a discussion of his latest venture…

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Creating Financial Independence 52:44

11M ago52:44

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Matthew Brown is a wealth and investment strategist, podcast host, father and husband - but not in that order if you ask him. His journey started as a PE teacher over 20 years ago, when he realised that career path was not going to afford him the lifestyle he wished for him and his family. So he forged a new path, now running Your Corner 360 - a fi…

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Episode 72 - Crusty (Cold Calls Past Guests) Radio Edition 1:12:21

11M ago1:12:21

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Episode 72 is a fun one! I cold called a bunch of guests of the show from previous episodes and chatted with them a bit. Since it's a Crusty Radio edition I also got them to request a song on the spot! Featuring Scott Middleton, Valerie Knox, Patty O'Lantern, I wanna Party With Bob, Cory Hofing and Daniel Dekay's voice mail... Hosted by Michael Cru…

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The University Perspective 53:51

12M ago53:51

53:51

Welcome to Innovation Blab, a new series of podcasts (…keep fingers crossed…) offering the B-side to Failure - the Podcast. Yes, Mark will be back, and we hope to put up both Innovation and Failure posts in the coming days (months, more likely), but as they say about the alleged clandestine romantic relationship surrounding appointment of the speci…

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Episode 71 - Andrew Neufeld from Comeback Kid 1:08:09

12M ago1:08:09

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Episode 71 is the long awaited episode with Andrew, the singer of Comeback Kid. We talk about the current state of the hardcore scene, making music videos with your best friends and so much more! Hosted by Michael Crusty Playlist: Comeback Kid - Trouble In The Winner's Circle Comeback Kid - Should Know Better Comeback Kid - Wake The Dead Comeback K…

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Building an FMCG Business 54:36

12M ago54:36

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Sally Breden is a start-up founder and busy mum of 3. Combining her vast marketing experience and passion for health, nutrition and well-being, Sally launched VGood Co in 2019. She has since created an entire range of nut-free and allergen-free spreads and snacks, perfect for kids' lunchboxes. In this episode, Chris and Sally discuss the heartache …

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Episode 70 - Trevor Reilly from A Wilhelm Scream 1:18:40

12M ago1:18:40

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On episode 70 of the Miserable Failure Podcast our guest is the legend himself, Trevor Reilly. Trevor is one of the founding members and guitar playing in A Wilhelm Scream from New Bedford, MA. We talk about writing music, his recording studio Anchor End Studio, and all things AWS. Hosted by Michael Crusty. PLAYLIST 1: Congratulations 2. The Horse …

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Episode 69 - Theo Goutzkinakis & Steven Fairweather from Gob 1:28:33

12M ago1:28:33

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On this episode I speak with Theo (Gob, Theo & The Thugs) and Steven (Gob, By The Thread) on the phone. Buckle up for this episode because it's our longest to date! Hosted by Michael Crusty Playlist: Gob - Bad Day Gob - What To Do Gob - Custer's Last 1 Night Stand Gob - Mr. Sandman Gob - License From A Cereal Box Gob - No Regrets Gob - Reign On You…

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Episode 68 - Luke Bentham of the Dirty Nil 1:00:06

1y ago1:00:06

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Episode 68 features Luke Bentham from the Dirty Nil back on the podcast for the second time to chat about their latest release. Hosted by Michael Crusty. All songs from The Dirty Nil's new album "Free Rein To Passions" 1 - Celebration 2 - Stupid Jobs 3 - The Light, The Void and Everything 4 - Nicer Guy See ya next time...…

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