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The Failure Podcast

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My names Austin. I take big risks, which sometimes equal bigger lessons. This is my journey of exploring those with minds similar to mine. Talking mindset, failure, and resilience all with absolutely zero filter.Welcome to the Failure Podcast!

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Episodes

  1. Mack White #85 |"I Was A Lab Rat" ... Locked up with LIFE THREATENING cancer

    Mack takes us on a journey through his life—from battling addiction, facing multiple DUIs, and surviving cancer, to finding hope, purpose, and redemption. Here’s what you’ll experience in this deeply emotional episode: ⚡️ Mack’s battle with alcoholism and how it consumed his life ⚡️ The…

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  2. Conner Furu #84 | Football, Family, and Fighting Addiction: A Story of Resilience

    Conner Furu’s journey is one of relentless resilience and finding meaning in life through the hardest of battles. From enduring repeated injuries in his football career to facing personal challenges rooted in his upbringing, Connor shares the lessons that shaped him. Here’s what to expect: ⚡️...

  3. Cory Thomas #83 | Finding Purpose WITHOUT Faith.... Is it Possible?

    In this episode, we’re diving deep into some of life’s biggest questions. What happens when you start questioning faith? Can you find purpose and fulfillment without belief? Or does it all lead down the same road... Here’s what you can expect: ⚡️ Can you grow without failure? A fresh perspective…

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  4. Dr. Mikailah Grover #82 | Fasting... What they WONT tell you and WHY

    Austin and Dr. Mikailah Grover take a deep dive into some unconventional health practices. We talk long term water fasting, intermittent fasting, and juicing and open up the science behind it all. Here's what you can expect: ⚡️ The truth about fasting: benefits, challenges, and misconceptions ⚡️...

  5. Meghan Klement #81 | Escaping A Predator In The US Coast Guard...."He Got Away With It"

    In this powerful episode of The Failure Podcast, I sit down with Meghan Clement, a Coast Guard veteran and survivor with an incredible story to share. Meghan opens up about her life, including the struggles she faced before, during, and after her time in the Coast Guard. From grappling with...

  6. Mac McGinnis #80 | The Man Who Refused Die, Meeting His Deceased Grandma... "She told me to go back"

    In this episode, I sit down with Mac McGinnis—a guy who’s not just lucky to be alive, but who straight-up refused to die. Mac takes us through his insane journey: a skiing accident that should’ve killed him, flatlining four times, and somehow coming out the other side stronger than ever. We talk...

  7. Marcus Thompson #79 | Taking America from the Media, Trumps Dream Team, Did we go to the MOON?

    In this episode, Marcus from Raise Media Collective joins me for an unfiltered conversation about censorship, political challenges, and navigating today’s divisive climate. From discussing the 2024 election to unpacking media manipulation and societal biases, we dive deep into the hard topics...

  8. Zach Roloff #78 | Zach Opens Up... Life Isnt Fair, and DISNEY MESSED UP big time

    In this episode, I sit down with Zach Roloff from *Little People, Big World* for a deep dive into life beyond the reality show spotlight. Zach opens up about the unique challenges and lessons of growing up on camera, navigating family relationships, and the pressures that come with public life.…

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  9. Tyler Young #77 | Parenthood, Panic, and Perspective: Life’s Hardest Lessons

    n this episode, Tyler and I dive deep into some of life’s most intriguing questions. When will we be satisfied? Would your life change if you knew when it was going to end? We also talk on navigating the challenges of parenting in a digital world. We get real about coping mechanisms, humor in…

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  10. Carter Zaske #76 | Taking Life For Granted and Fearing Death | Carters Car Wreck and My Health Scare

    In this episode, we sit down with Carter, the producer of the show and I share one of the scariest experiences of my life—a routine run that took a dark turn when I noticed blood in my urine. What followed was a whirlwind of panic, WebMD deep dives, doctor visits, and life-changing realizations.…

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  11. Josh Tomeoni #75 | Breaking Free from the Comfort Zone: How Transitions and Setbacks Lead to Growth

    In this episode, I sit down with my good buddy Josh from The Derelict Podcast for a no-holds-barred conversation about the crazy transitions we’re both going through right now. We dive into some deep topics—like how we handle negativity, navigate big life changes, and figure out what really makes...

  12. Lacey J. Faught #74 | The Impact of Digital Misinformation & Navigating Social Media

    In this episode, I sit down with Lacey J. Faught, founder of Spry and author of Down the Rabbit Hole, to dive into the wild world of social media and the misinformation we all encounter. We talk about how social media has evolved, why digital literacy is critical, and the dangers of echo chambers...

  13. I Quit... For A Week #73 | Blurred Lines, Losing Yourself In Social Media, Finding Balance

    Ever felt like you're moving so fast that nothing really sinks in anymore? Me too. In this solo episode, I talk about hitting pause after over 80 weeks of non-stop podcasting. For the first time, I took a step back, and in this episode, I share why. I open up about the mental toll of juggling...

  14. Jacqueline Crone #72 | I Have A Tumor In My Spine.....AGAIN, What She Fears Most

    Join me in a discussion with Jacqueline regarding her current battle with a tumor in her spine. 13 years ago she underwent surgery to have a tumor that ruptured in her back removed. Since then she's had check ups every five years, and recently one has been found to return. Jacqueline and i…

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  15. Jacob Gettins #71 | The Formula Drift Podcast, Almost Losing My Wife "She Was In A Coma"

    We have a chat with Jacob Gettins! The Host of the Formula Drift podcast and co announcer of the most prestigious drift series in north america! We discuss the hardships of moving his family, almost losing his wife, and the pressures of being a father. Jacob shares some behind the scenes insights...

  16. My Dad Shane #70 | My Childhood "Why Did She Leave" Abandonment and Forgiveness

    Ever wanted to ask your mom or dad why certain things played out in your life as a child? ME TOO! On this episode we bring on my dad Shane to discuss the whys of some of the most impactful moments of my life. We dive into the early divorce of my mother and my father, times i got caught sneaking...

  17. Spencer Hart #69 | His Wife's Sickness Was His Queue to SHOW UP, A Year of Tragedy, Loss, and Growth

    Spencers wife became ill, leaving him to take on insurmountable pressure. In those moments, you either fall or grow! Austin takes a deep dive into spencers growth over the years. We talk on Austin's new health journey, resentment and regret, and hitting rock bottom! Have a seat, grab your…

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  18. Jarod Deanda #68 | Sacrifice VS Compromise, Life Is Relationships, The Voice of Formula DRIFT

    We take the podcast ON THE GO to Formula DRIFT Seattle, and sit down with the legend of a man, Mr. Jarod Deanda. Jarod has been the voice of Formula Drift for over 20 years. Announcing every battle the series has ever seen. Jarod shares his deep love and passion for friendships, loving people…

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  19. Brit Denardo #67 | Losing Her Husband "My Son Woke Me Up", Making Time To Grieve With 3 Children

    Brit and Austin sit down and discuss the loss of here husband of nearly 17 years. We dive into how this unfolded and how she navigated her way back to any sort of normalcy. Brit shared how she manages to be a mother and allow her children to grieve, as well as herself. Have a seat, grab your...

  20. Oliver Widger #66 | Corporate America "Its a cult" I Quit And Bought A Sail Boat, Sailing The World

    Meet Oliver, the man we didnt know we needed in our life!! Oliver spent the last 8 years working for the man, climbing the corporate latter, only to find himself trapped. Leaving him with a lack of purpose and fulfillment. A health scare lead him to question his trajectory in life, and some fun...

  21. Christian Moothart #65 | Pinned With His Best Friends Death, "I Was Only 16", The Catalyst To Change

    Christian is a PNW entrepreneur with a story of resilience. Christian shares his rise up out of darkness after being blamed for his best friends death at the young age of 16. Christian and Austin talks mental health and business hacks, and how to make a positive change for yourself! Have a seat,...

  22. Heidi St John #64 | What If Trump Was Assassinated, Is America Ready For Whats Coming, Its All Over

    Heidi is a best selling author, podcaster, entrepreneur. Heidi has spent years in politics, fighting for conservatives and ran for congress in 2022. We discuss all things on the attempted trump assassination, as well as some of the possibilities for americas future. Heidi shares some of her…

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  23. Tyler Hutchison #63 | Money Is Controlling You, Life Without A Father "I Dont Get How It s Possible"

    Welcome to #63 of @Thefailurepodcast. Austin sits down with a close friend to discuss the psychology around money and its innate ability to control and consume our lives. We discuss the hardships of parenting and marriage. Grab your favorite Backwoods Brewing Company Beer and lets LOCK IN!! Drink...

  24. Joe Kent #62 | Losing His Wife, “I Was Watching From The CIA”, Americans Skewed View of War

    Welcome to EP#62 of @Thefailurepodcast. Joe Kent joins us on the show. Joe is currently running for congress in Washington States 3rd Congressional District. Joe is a retired green beret and served for nearly 20 years. Joe talks on losing his wife while they were both deployed, and the hardships…

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  25. George Hayworth #61 | Childhood Emotional Warfare, "I was massively addicted to P***", I Gave Up

    Welcome to EP#61 of @Thefailurepodcast. We dive into the life of George Hayworth, who early on was exposed to an intense amount of emotional warfare. George found himself absolutely lost in addiction, self isolation, and yearning for a hell of a lot more then life was giving him. We discuss the...

  26. Seth Gehle #60 | Leaving an abusive home, to a child PREDATOR "I looked up to him", Austin opens up

    Welcome to EP#60 of @Thefailurepodcast. Seth Gehle was abused as a child and faced what most would consider, unfathomable. Seths abusive home and extremely vulnerable state, lead him directly into the arms of a predator, that took advantage of him for nearly 6 years. We discuss seths horrifying...

  27. Eleazar Perez #59 | Addressing The Portland ATTACK, Debating Abortion Laws, Have Hard Conversations

    Welcome to EP#59 of @Thefailurepodcast. We sit down with Portland celebrity Eleazar Perez to discuss some hard topics. We talk on the whys of his street confrontations, regarding tough and triggering subjects like, abortion laws, and the trans movement. Eleazar talks on the confrontation he...

  28. Nick Mortensen #58 | Why Do I Have To Be So Strong, A Paraplegic Perspective, How To Forgive

    In this episode we talk with Nick, a paraplegic that doesn't let anything stop him from living life to the fullest. Nick spent 23 years of his life with two working legs, only to have that tragically taken from him. We talk on his last thoughts before blacking out, has he forgave the person who...

  29. Smash Adam #57 | Theres no ME only WE, Overcoming Depression, We're Only Human

    Welcome to EP #57 of @Thefailurepodcast. On this episode we chat with the lead singer, Chris Adam, of one of the greatest Swedish rock bands of all time, Smash Into Pieces. Chris shares how he battle through depression during one of the most pivotal times in his life and the pressure of being the...

  30. Austin Slagle #56 | Meet The Host, Closing Businesses, Failing Hard

    Welcome to EP#56 of @Thefailurepodcast. We flip the script with this one, interviewing the host of the show, and diving into why this show even exists. Austin shares his story of battling adversity while going through the closure of his business. We talk on the importance of failure, personal...

  31. Allan Draper #55 | The $100 Million Dollar Bug Guy

    Welcome to EP#55 of https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC8a0o_nLy3vqfRuYZ6T2sXA where we sit down with the man, the myth, the legend, Mr. Allan Draper! Alan is a serial entrepreneur and investor who craves challenge and risks. We dive deep into Alans mind and why he chose to leave his career as…

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  32. Ethan Bach #54 | Surviving Psychosis, A Brain Tumor & Truman Show Delusion

    On this episode we sit down with Ethan Bach. Ethan had a brain tumor at the young age of 17 leaving him with many uncertainties with his future. Ethan suffered through countless psychotic episodes and the Truman Show Delusion for years! We dive into some of his most wild memories and he even lets...

  33. Mason Sawyer #53 | Learning How To Grieve, Loosing Entire Family In Car Accident

    On this episode we sit down with Mason Sawyer. Mason lost his wife, daughter, son, brother, and nephew in a car accident in 2021. Remarkably his son Blue survived the accident. Mason travels the world speaking on his story and helping others with similar tragedies learn how to grieve. We talk...

  34. The Failure Podcast | Gentry Jones | I Am Addicted To Quitting EP #52

    On this episode we sit down with Gentry Jones. Gentry is a divorced mother of 4 boys. She shares the story of her wanting to end it all due to her inability to give up alcohol. Gentry is a certified life and recovery coach that has garnered over 100k fans over many platforms. We talk being afraid...

  35. The Failure Podcast | Ricky Simon | Life In The UFC, The Merab Controversy, Thoughts on Fighter Pay

    On this episode we sit down with Ricky Simon! Ricky is a top 15 ranked bantamweight UFC fighter. Ricky talks on how he made it to the UFC. Some of his toughest loses and how he made it through that. We talk on his controversial fight win over Merab on his UFC debut. Ricky shares his secrets to...

  36. The Failure Podcast |50th Episode LIVE | How Did We Even Get Here EP. 50

    Welcome to the first ever LIVE episode of the failure podcast. The crew and I sit down and talk over the adventure that has been this show thus far, our most viral moments, what we've learned and how we even got here. There will be a live Q&A where you can call in to the show and ask questions.…

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  37. The Failure Podcast | Tarek Chaudhary | The Episode That Changed Me, Seeking Approval EP. 49

    On this episode we sit down with Tarek Chaudhary. Tarek talks on his abusive childhood and how growing up with the thought of constantly seeking other approval lead him down a path of hatred toward himself. Tarek shares how he rebuilt his life multiple times, at one point being an executive for…

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  38. The Failure Podcast | Adam DeRito | Fighting USAF For My Life, "She Drugged Me", I Wont Quit EP.48

    On this episode we sit down with Adam DeRito. Adam Has served our vountry FOR FREE for nearly 14 years, while being hated by the department of defense and the Air Force academy for simply holding them accountable. He has dedicated his life to making sure what happened to him only hours before he...

  39. The Failure Podcast | Kat Tarr | Leaving Pro Soccer, Womens Sports Pay Gap, Choosing Success EP.46

    On this episode we sit down with Kat Tarr. Kat shares why she left professional soccer. Shares insane stories of abuse of her team mates. We talk on the pay gap in womens sports. Kat shares how she balances being a mother and running a business, the importance of community, and ultimately…

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  40. The Failure Podcast | Todd Hoffman | Reality TV Truths, Gold Rush, Austins Intervention EP.46

    On this episode we sit down with Todd Hoffman. Creator and producer of one of the biggest shows on Discovery Channel, Gold Rush. Todd shares how he created the show, and his approach. We talk on believeing in yourself when nobody else does. Todd talks about what motivates him to do the show and...

  41. The Failure Podcast | Scott Wyckoff | The Power Of Positivity EP.45

    On this episode we sit down with Scott! Scott is the founder and CEO of Reliques Marketplace! A modern take on a consignment shop that is ever growing! Scott talks on what he feels to be truly important in life. Reflects on his rough childhood and how that may have effected how he views the world...

  42. The Failure Podcast | Dr. Mikailah Grover | Modern Meds vs. Homeopathy EP.44

    On this episode we sit down with Dr. Mikailah Grover! A Naturopathic Doctor who specializes in chronic disease, homeopathy, nutrition, and preventative medicine, and naturopathic nose jobs, which have gained in popularity over the years. Mikailah shares the crazy first few years of her practice,...

  43. The Failure Podcast | Chop Moto | The King Of Failure EP.43

    This episode we bring you Chop Moto, or Jeffrey as we like to call him here at the failure podcast. Chop and Austin chat over his 18 year journey of his brand MOTOLiFE. We discuss all things from the ground up, from how the trade of the business was stolen, to sleeping in the warehouse, to…

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  44. The Failure Podcast | Judson Threlkeld | Losing $100 Million, Living Life With Regret Is Failure

    On this episode we sit with Judd! A man of many skillsets. Judd is a retired doctor, entreprenuer, investor, inventor, and proud father! Judd's ability to continue to put one foot in front of the other has lead him down many paths of great success and even bigger failures. We talk on the…

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  45. The Failure Podcast | Heidi St John | Face To Face With Trump, Running For Congress, What Is Truth

    On this episode we dive deep with best selling author, podcaster, entrepreneur, Heidi St John! We discuss why Heidi chose to run for congress on the past, and why she lost. Heidi talks on her insane Trump interview, how she fell into public speaking, her passion for god, and the how she does it…

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  46. The Failure Podcast | Mike Vezzy | Partying With 50 Cent, Starting Over In Your 40s, Radio Host Life

    On this episode we sit down with Mike Vezzy. Morning radio host on PNW 105.1 The Buzz. Mike has been in radio for nearly 20 years. He shares stories of how he recently started his life over after divorce in his late 30s. We talk on crazy house parties with celebrities such as 50 Cent, touring…

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  47. The Failure Podcast | Justin Haberlock | Agoraphobia and Addiction, Business Branding, Be Vulnerable

    On this episode we sit down with Justin Haberlock. Justin has owned four business at his young age of 24 and already sold one of them. Justin opens up about dealing with Agoraphobia at a young age, and how it developed into alcoholism. We discuss the deepness of this issue and how he was able to...

  48. The Failure Podcast | Dr. Brady Smith | A Real Super Hero, Getting Matt Rife High, Giving Away $100k

    We introduce to you, the man, the myth, the legend Dr. Brady Smith! He talks on the good and the bad of the dentist industry. He shares his secrets on getting comedians like Matt Rife on his podcast. Giving away $100,000.00 worth of free dentistry. We discuss how he juggles four kids, marriage,...

  49. The Failure Podcast | Dallas & Thai | Art Of letting Go, Childhood Trauma, Handling Angry Customers

    We bring back our first ever guests for a super vulnerable chat. Dallas opens up on his relationship with his dad, Thai talks on dealing with celiac disease and taking back control, Austin shares how he handles online hate and upset customers within business when taken to social media. Have a…

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  50. The Failure Podcast | Kim Keys | Knowing Your Worth, I Hate Money, The Victim Mentality

    Kim opens up about her past and how she was able to overcome childhood issues. We talk on valuing yourself within an industry. Kim talks on why she stepped away from her social media business. Auatin and kim get real about their hate for money and its never ending problems. Grab a tissue. Have a...

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My names Austin. I take big risks, which sometimes equal bigger lessons. This is my journey of exploring those with minds similar to mine. Talking mindset, failure, and resilience all with absolutely zero filter.Welcome to the Failure Podcast!

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