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The Failure Factor

Megan Bruneau
Entrepreneurship
Biohacking
The Now Massage
Clean Beauty
Fresh Cosmetics
Toxic Leadership
Franchising
Mental Health
Narcissism
Psychological Resilience
Childhood Trauma
Longevity
Therapy
Charity Water
Emotional Intelligence
Gara Danielle Jewelry
Wellness Industry
Diamond Industry
ILIA Beauty
Grief

Where entrepreneurs get real about their stories and turn failures into lessons for success. Hosted by Megan Bruneau, The Failure Factor explores the journey of business owners, entrepreneurs and thought leaders who have faced significant challenges, persevered through adversity, and emerged triumphant providing listeners with insights to navigate their own entrepreneurial paths There's a myth out... more

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Latest Episodes

Monique Rodriguez, Founder & CEO of Mielle Organics, shares how a hobby in her kitchen became a global haircare brand and the highest exit of any Black woman in history.

After the devastating loss of her son, Monique turned to social media and hair... more

Brianna Bitton was calling out of work because of her period, and lying about why. Doctors told her to "deal with it." So she and her brother Bobby maxed out every credit card they had to create the first PMS gummy vitamin. Two years and 20+ manufact... more

Mari Llewellyn, co-founder of Bloom Nutrition, joins The Failure Factor to share the unpolished story behind building a wellness brand that grew from $5 fitness PDFs into a multi-category company selling nationwide at Target, Walmart, and beyond.

M... more

Branch Basics Co-Founder Allison Evans shares the story behind one of today's fastest-growing human-safe cleaning brands—serving 240,000+ households and generating $50M annually.

What began as Allison's search for answers to debilitating chronic pa... more

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Recent Guests

Mari Llewellyn
Co-founder and president of Bloom Nutrition, a wellness brand
Bloom Nutrition
Episode: Bloom Nutrition Co-Founder Mari Llewellyn on a $5 PDF to $90M & Target Shelves, Her $1M Sales Day, and IVF as a Health Influencer
Allison Evans
Co-founder of Branch Basics, a human safe cleaning company
Branch Basics
Episode: Branch Basics Co-Founder Allison Evans on Healing From Chronic Illness, Failing Publicly, and Rebuilding to $50M
Courtney Claghorn
Founder and President of Sugared and Bronzed
Sugared and Bronzed
Episode: SUGARED + BRONZED Founder & President Courtney Claghorn on Turning $1k Into 40 Locations, Hiring For Humility Over Hype, And The Business Benefits of Breathwork
Dave Asprey
Serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, and founder of Bulletproof.
CEO of Upgrade Labs
Episode: "Father of Biohacking" Dave Asprey on Losing $26M, Getting Kicked Out of Your Own Company and Spotting Narcissists in Business
Robert Cialdini
Marketing professor and author known for expertise in influence and persuasion.
University of Arizona
Episode: "Father of Biohacking" Dave Asprey on Losing $26M, Getting Kicked Out of Your Own Company and Spotting Narcissists in Business
Robert Greene
Author known for works on strategy, power, and human behavior.
None mentioned
Episode: "Father of Biohacking" Dave Asprey on Losing $26M, Getting Kicked Out of Your Own Company and Spotting Narcissists in Business
Daryl-Ann Denner
Co-founder and CEO of Nudes
Nudes
Episode: nuuds Co-Founder & CEO Daryl-Ann Denner on Selling Out 50K units in Seven Minutes, Turning Anxiety Into Strength, and Building a $100M+ Brand Without Investors
Robbie Bent
Founder of Othership
Othership
Episode: Othership Co-Founder & CEO Robbie Bent on a $20M Startup Failure, Addiction Recovery, and Creating a "Trojan Horse" for Emotional Healing
Sasha Plavsic
Founder of ILIA Beauty, a brand focused on clean beauty and skincare.
ILIA Beauty
Episode: ILIA Beauty Founder Sasha Plavsic on Turning $25K Into $100M, Defining Clean Beauty, and Why Her Kidneys Shutting Down Saved Her Life

Host

Megan Bruneau
Host of The Failure Factor and a supportive interview guide known for facilitating open conversations about entrepreneurship and personal challenges. Megan effectively draws out both emotional and actionable insights from her guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • I stay in my car to listen to this pod…

    This podcast is a total value add! Every episode leaves me feeling seen, understood, and inspired as a female entrepreneur. It speaks to the real challenges and growth that come with building something meaningful, and growing as a human without the fluff and usual podcast self promotion. Megan is clearly a brilliant clinician who genuinely cares about the human experience and it’s so nice to be able to dip in and listen whenever I’m feeling imposter syndrome or any other type of failure. LOVE th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Spb604
    United States2 months ago
  • Love it!

    Wonderful conversations that leave you feeling inspired! Megan asks insightful questions with a well rounded roster of impressive entrepreneurs. A great listen for anyone looking to feel motivated and less alone on their own journeys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bashybop
    Canada5 months ago
  • In a League of Its Own

    I’m so grateful to have discovered this podcast—it’s one of those rare gems you didn’t realize you were missing until it becomes part of your life. As a founder myself, I’m constantly amazed not only by the caliber of entrepreneurs featured but also by how real Megan keeps every conversation.

    She has a remarkable gift for drawing out what lies beneath the highlight reel—the raw, human, deeply relatable truths that make these stories so powerful. Listening to each episode feels grounding, inspir... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Soho-Geisha
    United States5 months ago
  • Excellent interviews

    Excellent interview style delving into the personal challenges of entrepreneurs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ianmcd74
    Canada5 months ago
  • Podcast

    Megan has some of the best content and it’s always so inspirational and motivating. I love all her topics and how well spoken she is as a host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alisha889
    United States5 months ago

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Megan is praised for her insightful interviewing style, which helps draw out genuine stories and lessons from entrepreneurs.
Many reviews emphasize the relatability of the content, making it feel almost like group therapy for those in the entrepreneurial space.
Listeners appreciate the vulnerability and candidness of the guests, highlighting how these discussions offer both inspiration and practical insights for their own journeys.

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Everyday Dose Founder Jack Savage on the "Caffeine Gene" That Affects 50% of Us, Building 400K Subscribers From His Dad's Garage, and Why Friendships Are Earned
Q: What advice do you have for people who are looking to maintain customer trust and retention?
Jack suggests that ensuring good customer service and maintaining quality trust with existing customers can lead to better retention over time.
Everyday Dose Founder Jack Savage on the "Caffeine Gene" That Affects 50% of Us, Building 400K Subscribers From His Dad's Garage, and Why Friendships Are Earned
Q: What does it mean to fail quick?
He clarifies that it's important to know when to stop pursuing something that isn't working and to seek feedback, even from tools like ChatGPT, to make informed decisions.
Everyday Dose Founder Jack Savage on the "Caffeine Gene" That Affects 50% of Us, Building 400K Subscribers From His Dad's Garage, and Why Friendships Are Earned
Q: What are some of the things you've learned that you would tell somebody who's an aspiring entrepreneur?
Jack advises aspiring entrepreneurs to fail quickly and not be afraid to pivot away from ideas that aren't working.
4x Grammy-Nominated Artist Jewel on Homelessness to 30M Albums Sold, Turning Down a $1M Record Deal, and Viewing Anxiety As An Ally
Q: What advice do you have for them?
It will change. It will shift. If you can channel your willfulness into not giving up, that's really all you need.
RXBAR Co-Founder Peter Rahal on Turning Dyslexia Into Opportunity, Why Product Trumps Marketing, and the $600M Exit That Defied Expectations
Q: What gap did you see in the market for your new venture?
We thought that you could optimize a protein bar and make a better protein to calorie ratio.

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This audio experience provides entrepreneurs with candid insights into the journey of overcoming failures and transforming challenges into success stories. Through engaging conversations with diverse guests—including founders, authors, and industry leaders—listeners gain a richer understanding of the struggles that accompany entrepreneurship. The discussion often centers on personal vulnerabilities, mental health, and the importance of resilience, making for a relatable resource for anyone grappling with failure in their own professional journey. Notably, the podcast emphasizes the notion that setbacks are not only common but also crucial stepping stones on the path to achieving one's goals, encouraging a mindset shift around the concept of... more

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1. Mari Llewellyn
2. Allison Evans
3. Courtney Claghorn
4. Dave Asprey
5. Robert Cialdini
6. Robert Greene
7. Daryl-Ann Denner
8. Robbie Bent

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