Failure is Knowledge Podcast Hosted by Terryl Humphrey

Tim from Foolproof Fizzbo explains why homeowners fail when selling their home by owner and how the real estate industry uses confusion to keep sellers dependent.  He breaks down the only thing that truly matters — the number — and why pricing your home wrong guarantees failure.  Tim also explains his seven-day launch plan, how to “eat the elephant one bite at a time,” and why following a simple b...

If your podcast isn’t organized, it’s not growing. In this episode of the Failure is Knowledge Podcast, Terryl Humphrey breaks down the exact systems and steps that every podcaster needs to follow in order to stay consistent, attract guests, and grow with confidence. 🎧 You’ll learn: The 3 most important systems every podcast needs -Why reminders are the key to showing up -What Chipotle and McDona...

Your next episode matters more than your last one. In this episode of the Failure is Knowledge Podcast, Terryl shares why focusing forward builds consistency, sharpens your confidence, and grows your podcast faster.  From learning through failure to lessons from MrBeast and Ed Sheeran, this one’s packed with value. 👇 What you’ll learn: -Why most podcasters fail by episode 3 -How focusing forward...

In this episode of the Failure Is Knowledge Podcast, we sit down with Amy Rivera, one of Wesley Chapel’s top realtors, but her journey didn’t start in real estate. From living in historic Philadelphia to experiencing a fraudulent first home purchase, Amy turned failure into fuel. Today, she’s a leading advocate for homebuyers, known for her attention to detail, relentless follow-up, and people-fir...

The #1 secret to podcasting is simpler than you think: consistency. Not equipment. Not editing. Not the perfect studio. If you can stay consistent, you can win in business, in podcasting, and in the impact you make on people who follow your voice. In this episode, I break down: -Why consistency beats everything in podcasting -Why 90% of podcasts quit by Episode 3 -How your next episode matters mor...

If you’ve ever wondered how podcasting can grow your business, this episode is for you. After recording hundreds of episodes and helping leaders launch their podcast with confidence, I discovered something powerful: Your voice is a business tool. Your story attracts customers. Your podcast builds trust before you ever make an offer. In this episode, I break down exactly how to use podcasting to gr...

Launching a podcast is easy. Staying committed is what separates the 90% who quit from the 10% who grow. In today’s episode of the Failure Is Knowledge Podcast, we talk about the real reason your podcast matters — and why commitment is the key to long-term growth, consistency, clarity, and impact. Most people want to start a podcast… But they don’t realize it requires time, energy, and investing i...

Your voice has power, and your story can change someone’s life. In this episode, we break down why your podcast isn’t just content… Its impact. Someone out there is waiting to hear your message, your lessons, and the setbacks you turned into success. When you share your story consistently, people begin to say: ⭐ “I feel seen.” ⭐ “I feel valued.” ⭐ “I’m not alone.” If you’ve been wanting to make...

In this episode of the Failure Is Knowledge Podcast, Steven Oliver—Branch Manager of the Florida Family Mortgage Team powered by Nexa Mortgage—shares his journey from growing up in poverty, serving in the Army, working in finance, and becoming one of Florida’s top loan officers. Steven breaks down the five pillars of mortgage success, why failure is essential to growth, how he became known as the...

In this powerful conversation with Tony from ISI Publishing, we explore what it really means to live by Iron Sharpens Iron how challenges, setbacks, and authenticity build stronger leaders, storytellers, and creators. Tony shares his journey from growing up in East Cleveland to becoming an attorney, author, and publisher, helping others share their stories through books. Together, we talk about ho...

Doubting your podcast? This episode shows why growth begins with belief and small risks. We break down three moves: learn what you bring, perfect your value with daily reps, and share it consistently so you stop disqualifying yourself and start building momentum.  I’m Terryl Humphrey, and I’m documenting my 90-day push to grow this podcast and business from the ground up. You’ll learn: -How to ref...

Every podcaster wants growth, but few are willing to take the risks that lead to it. In this episode, I share how taking consistent risks transformed my podcast, built my confidence, and helped me turn my platform into a business. You’ll learn: -Why “No Risk, No Growth” is the mindset every podcaster needs -How small risks build long-term consistency and credibility -The difference between a hobby...

Most podcasters blend in. In this episode of Failure Is Knowledge, I show you how to create your competitive advantage so your show stands out, attracts the right audience, and grows like a business. We’ll break down a simple SWOT for podcasters (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) and turn it into action: -Strengths: Own what makes you different so your voice becomes the differentiator...

If you’re a leader or creator with a podcast that isn’t paying the bills yet, this episode shows you how to turn your show into a real business. After 5 years of podcasting, I finally cracked the path: move beyond “just conversations” to a clear offer, consistent marketing, and confident sales. You’ll learn how to: • Turn sales into simple conversations that book clients • Use your podcast as mark...

If you’re a leader battling comparison, this episode is your reset. I break down why comparison stalls your growth and how podcasting helps you lead with clarity, build company culture, and communicate your mission so people follow.  After speaking at the EMpower Conference, I saw firsthand that podcasting isn’t just talk; it’s a strategy for leadership storytelling, employee alignment, and trust....

We all face setbacks, but what if your failure was the lesson that prepared you for success? In this motivational EMpower Conference talk, Terryl Humphrey, author, speaker, Marine, and host of the Failure is Knowledge Podcast, shares how losing his YouTube channel with 893 podcast episodes became the moment that helped him grow as a leader and creator. You’ll learn the three secrets to building cu...

Clarity changes everything. In Day 31 of my 90-day journey (59 days left), I share the breakthrough that finally gave me momentum: realizing my lane isn’t just creating content—it’s building a podcast business that helps business owners gain exposure. What’s inside: • Discovering why most creators blend in and how to stand out • Why exposure is the #1 problem business owners face • Turning podcast...

Your podcast will change, and that’s a good thing. In Day 30 of my 90-day journey (now 60 days left), I share how pausing to refine my messaging, clarify who I serve, and simplify my offer unlocked momentum.  I realized my podcast isn’t just a conversation, it’s a Business Spotlight that helps business owners gain exposure through podcasting. What’s inside: -Why your podcast strategy must evolve -...

Welcome to Day 21 of my 90-day challenge to grow a podcast business. Today I share a major realization: podcasting isn’t just conversations. It’s a stage. A platform. A form of promotion that gives business owners visibility, credibility, and a chance to connect with new customers. For years, I thought I was “just” podcasting for fun. But now I understand: I’ve been building a platform all along....

In this episode of the Failure is Knowledge Podcast, we sit down with Eddie Mac to unpack the story behind the EMpower Conference, a movement designed to create platforms where stories, voices, and ideas connect to inspire growth and transformation. Eddie shares how a simple hoodie sparked the vision for a full-scale conference, why staying curious fuels creativity, and how disruption in our think...

Day 19 of my 90-Day Podcast Business Challenge (4th attempt!). I couldn’t go live today because of YouTube’s 24-hour stream activation, but there’s always a lesson. In this update, I break down how I’m building a real podcast business: dialing in the offer (Business Spotlight), tracking KPIs, and doing daily outreach to hit goals. What you’ll learn • Why a 24-hour streaming block became a built-in...

On Day 18 of my 90-Day Challenge, I share what’s actually working (and what isn’t) as I rebuild my podcast business from the ground up—after losing a 700+ sub channel. This fourth attempt is different because I finally nailed: -Who I serve (entrepreneurs) -What I sell (Business Spotlight packages) -How it helps (story → trust → customers) You’ll hear hard lessons on packaging your offer, why spons...

On Day 13 of my 90-Day Challenge to build a podcast business, I unpack a hard-won truth: your podcast must change as YOU grow. The real breakthrough isn’t gear or editing tricks—it’s solving the right problem for your audience and for your business. What I cover in this episode: -Why most podcasts quit (and how to avoid becoming a statistic) -The shift from “how to start” → confidence to show up →...

On Day 11 of my 90-Day Challenge to build a $100K podcast business, I woke up to an unexpected email: my account on a major social platform was suspended. Instead of letting it stop me, I used the setback as fuel to gain more clarity: • Why failure is impossible to predict — but always a teacher • How confidence and persistence turn obstacles into opportunities • The importance of spotlighting ent...

It’s late. It’s Day 5 of my 90-Day Challenge to build a podcast business to $100,000, and I almost didn’t go live… but this moment of showing up mattered. Here’s what I discovered tonight: -The real business isn’t just podcasting — it’s spotlighting entrepreneurs’ stories. -Confidence is the foundation — without it, launching, growing, and monetizing a podcast doesn’t work. -Spotlights create cust...