The Other F Word: Conversations About Failure

Co-creator, director and executive producer of Emmy nominated TV shows including Glee, American Horror Story and Scream Queens, talks openly about growing up with an undiagnosed learning disorder that left him feeling like a failure, and how he learned to persevere, which gave him the skills to navigate other challenges, including parenting, relationships, and creating tv shows with honest and urgent writing. Brad comes to us with authenticity and depth, sharing how failure is something he has come to value and even celebrate on the path to growth and success. www.theotherfwordpodcast.com

Producer and host of Sport Science explains how he learned to embrace failure after realizing that crossing the proverbial finish line isn't necessarily the measure of success. Learn more about John at: https://brinkofmidnight.com www.theotherfwordpodcast.com

The KCRW DJ shares her failed interview with Patti Smith and other struggles in both her career and parenting. Find out more about Anne at: http://annelitt.com www.theotherfwordpodcast.com  

Boston Globe reporter speaks about one of the most prevalent health issues for men in midlife...isolation. His article went viral and sparked interest across the world, waking men up to the sad fact that failing to maintain regular and meaningful  friendships can have a life threatening effect on health. Learn more about Billy at: http://www.billybaker.net www.theotherfwordpodcast.com  

Chris Rose, host for the MLB and NFL networks, shares his journey through the world of sports and the value failure has played on his road to success. You can follow Chris at: www.twitter.com/ChrisRose Learn more about his shows: Intentional Talk: http://m.mlb.com/network/shows/?id=mlbn_intentional_talk Game Day Prime: http://www.nfl.com/videos/nfl-gameday-prime/0ap3000000783823/Let-s-Go-Primetime-Super-Bowl-LI-top-performers www.theotherfwordpodcast.com    

Author, professor and therapist Dr. Theodore Burnes and therapist Suzy Unger explore the world of sexual and gender identity, especially during adolescence, and highlight ways to create space for active openness and curiosity in order to move to a more accepting place of self and others. www.theotherfwordpodcast.com

TV Host Lisa Joyner talks about the emotional journey of reuniting families on her show LONG LOST FAMILY and speaks about her own personal experience of adoption, both as a child and as a mother. Follow Lisa at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mslisajoyner/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mslisajoyner And learn more about The Other F Word at: www.theotherfwordpodcast.com  

OK Go drummer Dan Konopka talks about his 18 years with the band known for their cutting edge music videos and how taking risks creatively and risking failure moved them to new levels of success. http://okgo.net   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTAAsCNK7RA - "Here It Goes Again" video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWGJA9i18Co - "Upside Down & Inside Out" video https://www.facebook.com/okgo/?hc_ref=SEARCH&fref=nf - Facebook page  www.theotherfwordpodcast.com  

Christopher Noxon, author of Plus One and Rejuvenile, speaks about the power of creative outlets and re-framing success in the role of stay-at-home dad and husband to Jenji Kohan, creator of Orange is the New Black. Learn more about Christopher at: www.christophernoxon.com www.theotherfwordpodcast.com

Comedian known for her Irreverent character Betty Bowers, shares her practical approach to life and her strategies for staying happy. Find out more about Deven at: www.devengreen.com www.theotherfwordpodcast.com

Performance anxiety coach Nine Johnson struggled as a child with racism, family disconnect, learning differences and peer difficulties, but always found a way to battle his feelings of anxiety, fear and inadequacy to grow and thrive and eventually help others.   You can follow Nine on Instagram at:www.instagram.com/spiritmechanix   Find out more about The Other F Word Podcast at: www.theotherfwordpodcast.com  

Author of The Gift of Failure, Jessica Lahey, speaks about the value of letting children experience failure as a necessary part of learning and growing, both at home and in the classroom. For more information on topics in this podcast click below: http://www.jessicalahey.com "Parenting, Not for the Moment, but for the Long Haul": https://parenting.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/06/10/parenting-not-for-the-moment-but-for-the-long-haul/?src=twr&_r=0 The Stinky and Dirty Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmJfAiKifuI Carol Dweck, Mindset: https://www.amazon.com/Mindset-Psychology-Carol-S-Dweck/dp/0345472322 Tim Harford, Success Always Starts with Failure: https://www.amazon.com/Adapt-Success-Always-Starts-Failure-ebook/dp/B004OA62UO/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1488867085&sr=1-1&keywords=adapt+by+tim+harford Michele Borba, Unselfie: https://www.amazon.com/UnSelfie-Empathetic-Succeed-All-About-Me-World-ebook/dp/B010MH9V64/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1488867110&sr=1-1&keywords=u

The creators of Too Faced Cosmetics, Jerrod Blandino and Jeremy Johnson, share how they began their careers at the make-up counter in the mall and ended up running a billion dollar company. www.theotherfwordpodcast.com

Gay Comic Scott Silverman talks about his failure to communicate his sexual orientation during his teenage years. Learn more about Scott at: www.facebook.com/scottdsilverman www.twitter.com/scottdsilverman www.instagram.com/thescottsilverman Learn more about The Other F Word Podcast at: www.theotherfwordpodcast.com  

Tom Kenny, voice of Sponge Bob, talks about sifting through career failures with great persistence, learning to trust his gut instinct to pursue his passions...and eventually find the love of voice over work. Learn more about Tom's band The Hi Seas: www.facebook.com/thehiseas Learn more about our podcast at: www.theotherfwordpodcast.com  

Jeff Guckert, educator and founder of Leonardo School, talks about how the current educational system can be overwhelming and offers a glimpse into progressive education, an approach which aims to nurture a child's love of learning while valuing failure as a primary vehicle of discovery. www.theotherfwordpodcast.com

Co-creator of The Biggest Loser and other transformational reality TV shows, JD Roth, shares his compelling insight into attaining the inner strength needed to transform your life, no matter what the obstacle may be. Learn more at www.jbthebigfattruth.com www.theotherfwordpodcast.com

Carin Goldstein, a psychotherapist specializing in relationships, parenting and children with ADHD, talks about common experiences of parenthood failure. You can find out more about Carin at: www.caringoldstein.com And don't forget to visit our site at: www.theotherfwordpodcast.com

Writer, musician, and entrepreneur Allen Keller speaks about perseverance and how to remain true to yourself as an artist while navigating through failure. www.theotherfwordpodcast.com Check out Allen's band, Happiless! Take a look at Allen's short films CPA-Holes

Actress Sharon Stone talks candidly about how she has struggled in Hollywood, how her family has shaped her and how she came back after hitting rock bottom. www.theotherfwordpodcast.com