Podcast
LauraMz
Hosted by Laura Mzhickteno · EN
Every legendary success hides a string of failures no one saw coming. That F-Word (Failure) is the storytelling channel that takes you inside those moments: the risks, rejections, and wrong turns that became launchpads.
Each video is a mini-movie: meticulously researched, visually rich, and built to deliver three things - the unseen backstory, the decisions that changed everything, and a blueprint you can steal for your own leap.
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How Stranger Things Save Winona Ryder
Dec 1300:14:16Tap to summarizeHow Stranger Things Save Winona Ryder
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How Joe Keery Saved Steve Harrington
Dec 1200:16:38Tap to summarizeHow Joe Keery Saved Steve Harrington
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Alex Cooper's Shocking Rise to #1 Female Podcaster
Nov 2100:29:18Tap to summarizeWe're talking about Alex Cooper's rise to number 1 female podcaster. You may think you know her from Call Her Daddy, but you'll never look at her the same after watching this. Pain, scandal, chaos... This is the fully story.-----1:48 Bullied Beginning7:14 The Insane Bet9:18 Call Her Daddy10:30 Episode 11:20 Feminism12:00 Barstool13:26 Drama17:08 Expanding The Show18:09 Spotify18:55 An Abortion Story19:41 Responsibility21:07 Unwell22:57 Kamala Harris Interview24:23 Honoring The Athlete25:07 $125M Deal25:45 Call Her Alex27:50 Change Your Life-----#alexcooper #callherdaddy
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How “Golden” Healed Its Writer (EJAE’s After Story)
Nov 700:04:14Tap to summarizeEJAE's story of transformation is even more powerful than we originally throught!You've probably heard EJAE's backstory of getting dropped as a K-pop Idol trainee - this is NOT another video about that. (If you haven't I'll link my previous EJAE video below.) But what most people are missing is that the most painful part came after being dropped. EJAE carried guilt for her youngerself for years. The thing that finally helped her heal? Golden.EJAE's Story Of Transformation:--------------1:13 The Break3:00 The Bridge4:44 The Becoming-------------Fair use disclaimer: This video contains stuff from other sources and creators, but it's used in a transformative way that falls under fair use. If you have concerns, let me know. (17 U.S.C. §107)#kpopdemonhuntersnetflix #ejae
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How Rain Spencer Became Taylor Jewel (TSITP)
Oct 3100:09:38Tap to summarizeHere's what I love about Rain Spencer's story: she has openly talked about struggling with self-doubt and self-love, but she doesn't let that stop her. And I think we're all so glad! She makes an incredible Taylor Jewel in The Summer I Turned Pretty. Fair use disclaimer: This video contains stuff from other sources and creators, but it's used in a transformative way that falls under fair use. If you have concerns, let me know.#thesummeriturnedpretty #tsitp
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How Andrew Choi Became Jinu
Oct 2400:10:01Tap to summarizeAndrew Choi's story of perseverance inspires me! It too him 15 years and overcoming many challenges to even break into the music industry. Now, his voice has climbed the Billboard charts and he's become known for his breakout role as the singing voice of Jinu in K-Pop Demon Hunters.Fair use disclaimer: This video contains stuff from other sources and creators, but it's used in a transformative way that falls under fair use. If you have concerns, let me know. (17 U.S.C. §107)#kpopdemonhuntersnetflix #andrewchoi
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How Max Martin Became the King of Pop Music
Oct 1600:14:03Tap to summarize👇 Comment your favorite Max Martin song & follow for more stories!This video dives into how Max Martin (Carl Martin Sandberg) went from band life to crafting era-defining songs for the Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, Kelly Clarkson, Pink, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, The Weeknd, and more. We follow his path from early studio apprenticeships and mentorship under Denniz Pop, to a perfectionist studio. What you’ll learn:🎵 The moment his band dreams pivoted into songwriting/production🎵 Why intros are short, hooks are immediate, and vocals lead the record🎵 The craft behind singable vowels, simple lyrics, and radio-ready structure🎵 The mindset that turns “failures” into fuel for timeless hitsIf you want the stories behind other tracks from the album, check out the Elizabeth Taylor and George Michael videos linked in the end cards. And don’t forget to tell me which Max Martin song is your #1 in the comments!⚖️Fair Use Disclaimer (17 U.S.C. §107):This video may include short clips for commentary, criticism, education, and analysis. All audio/video/music excerpts remain the property of their respective owners. The use of these excerpts is transformative, limited in scope, and intended for non-commercial, educational purposes consistent with Fair Use. If you are a rights holder and have concerns, please contact me.#MaxMartin #Songwriting #PopMusic #MusicHistory #Hitmaker #Producer #Songwriter #BackstreetBoys #BritneySpears #TaylorSwift #TheWeeknd #ArianaGrande #KellyClarkson #PINK #KatyPerry #StudioLife #MusicDocumentary #BehindTheMusic
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The REAL Story Behind George Michael and "Father Figure"
Oct 700:10:11Tap to summarize📢 Follow for more success and failure stories in creators & culture!What did you think of Father Figure? Drop a comment below 👇 I’m curious how it hit you.Why is George Michael credited on Taylor Swift’s new album The Life of a Showgirl - almost nine years after his death?In this video, we unpack the surprising connection between Taylor Swift and George Michael, exploring the creative parallels that bridge generations of artists: ambition, ownership, identity, and the pursuit of authenticity.🔍 In this video:✅ The story behind George Michael credited on Taylor Swift’s Father Figure✅ The fight for ownership and creative freedom✅ Why George Michael’s story still matters✅ The price of becoming “filthy famous” 📚 Fair Use Disclaimer:This video contains footage, images, and commentary used under Fair Use (17 U.S.C. § 107) for purposes of education, critique, and analysis. All media are used transformatively with respect for the original creators.#FatherFigure #TaylorSwift #GeorgeMichael #TheLifeOfAShowgirl #PaddyGalloway #YouTubeStrategy #CreatorEconomy #Storytelling #MusicAnalysis #YouTubeGrowth #ContentStrategy #PopCulture #MusicDocumentary
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How Lola Tung Became Belly
Sep 3000:14:59Tap to summarizeLola Tung went from years of rejection to leading one of streaming’s hottest shows, The Summer I Turned Pretty. But behind Belly Conklin’s love triangle and the dreamy Taylor Swift soundtrack lies the real story of Lola’s journey: a New York City kid grinding through auditions, building her craft at LaGuardia and Carnegie Mellon, and finally landing her breakout role.In this video, we’ll dive into:✅ Lola Tung’s multicultural roots and early acting start 🎭✅ Her struggles and rejections at LaGuardia High School✅ The breakthrough that led to her first professional audition✅ How she booked The Summer I Turned Pretty through Zoom✅ The pressure, fandom, and representation she carries as Belly✅ Her Broadway debut in Hadestown and bold film choices aheadIf you’ve ever wondered what it really takes to go from unknown to breakout star, Lola’s story will inspire you.👉 Comment below: Are you Team Conrad, Team Jeremiah… or Team Belly?👍 Like this video if you’re excited for Season 3 and the upcoming movie!📩 Share this with a friend who loves The Summer I Turned Pretty!⚠️ Fair Use DisclaimerThis video contains clips and images used for commentary, criticism, and educational purposes under Fair Use (Section 107 of the Copyright Act). All rights belong to their respective owners.🔥 Hashtags#LolaTung #TheSummerITurnedPretty #TSITP #BellyConklin #JennyHan #Broadway #Hadestown #ForbiddenFruits #TeamBelly
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How Christopher Briney Became Conrad Fisher
Sep 2300:10:15Tap to summarizeIf you love The Summer I Turned Pretty, Conrad Fisher, and the rise of Christopher Briney, this is for you. We unpack how a baseball-obsessed kid from Connecticut turned a single self-tape into the breakout role of Conrad, plus what creators can learn from his work ethic, training, and “act before you’re ready” mindset. Stick around and learn how Christopher Briney became Conrad Fisher.👉 Comment: Do you think Chris is more Conrad or did he just play him perfectly?👉 Subscribe for more creator playbooks, character studies, and data-driven storytelling breakdowns.What’s inside:✅ The self-tape that changed everything for The Summer I Turned Pretty✅ How work ethic made him successful despite not feeling qualified✅ The ways he used his grief, restraint, and choices to build the character we love✅ Practical takeaways for going after your dreams BEFORE you feel ready: show up prepared, make specific choices, qualify yourself after you start⚖️ Fair Use DisclaimerThis video may include short clips, images, and quotations from The Summer I Turned Pretty, interviews, reviews, and related works for purposes of commentary, criticism, and education. Such use is transformative and falls under fair use (17 U.S.C. § 107). All rights belong to their respective owners.👍 If this helped, a like tells the algorithm to show this to more TSITP fans.
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