Welcome to the Best Fails Podcast
real stories, raw moments, powerful lessons
The Best Fails Podcast—the place where failure isn’t feared, it’s explored.
Best Fails is a brave space where we unpack the stories we often hide. We look at what went wrong, what it revealed, and how it shaped us.
Each episode brings honest conversations with creators, leaders, and everyday people who turned setbacks into stepping stones. Through raw stories and real reflection, we honor the courage it takes to fall short and the growth that comes from getting back up again.
Join us as we laugh, cringe, and learn from the moments that didn’t go to plan, because behind every success lies a story that almost broke it.
Gale Weithers
Summary In this episode of Best Fails, host Alison Beckles sits down with Gail Weithers, who opens up about the deeply personal and traumatic experience of losing her job during the COVID-19 pandemic. Gail recounts the shock of discovering she was among those...
JK McQuinn
Summary In this episode of Best Fails, Alison Beckles sits down with JK McQuinn for a deeply honest conversation about failure, resilience, and the lifelong work of personal growth. Together, they explore the power of embracing imperfection and the wisdom we can draw...
Avelyn Christie
Summary In this episode of Best Fails, host Alison Beckles sits down with Avelyn Christie for a candid and deeply human conversation about a failure in progress. Avelyn discusses her vision for an organization aimed at empowering young girls inspired by Kintsugi, a...
