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In a culture obsessed with success, (FAIL) UP explores an uncomfortable truth: it is failure, not success, that reveals our true character and teaches us what to do next. The show is hosted by Alanna Lynch , founder of MELIOR FUTURI , and former executive at The New York Times and Artnet . Each week she sits down for intimate, unfiltered conversations with some of the most influential and inspiring voices in the creative, entertainment, and cultural industries. From Emmy-winning war reporters to high-flying media executives, from artists and the journalists who cover them to New York's most sought-after creative directors, producers, and marketers. Together,
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Signup to Generate a PitchIn a culture obsessed with success, (FAIL) UP explores an uncomfortable truth: it is failure, not success, that reveals our true character and teaches us what to do next. The show is hosted by Alanna Lynch, founder of MELIOR FUTURI, and former executive at The New York Times and Artnet.
(FAIL) UP is hosted by MELIOR FUTURI. The show has published 13 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Zan Goodman Came to Trust Herself" (18 November 2025, 69 minutes), "Patch McCormick on the Psychology of Failure" (11 November 2025, 55 minutes), and "Hilary Fischer-Groban Balances on the Glass Cliff" (4 November 2025, 63 minutes).
(FAIL) UP publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 59 minutes across 13 episodes.
Booking probability for (FAIL) UP is 19%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. (FAIL) UP requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. (FAIL) UP's contact route on record: verified email.
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MELIOR FUTURI hosts (FAIL) UP, a business podcast with 13 episodes published.
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Episode #12
<p>Zan Goodman has built a celebrated career as a design director in New York City, from Teen Vogue, Nylon, and CR Fashion Book to creative agencies like Chandelier, Mythology, and Yard, to her current role as the...
Episode #11
<p>As a former advertising executive turned psychotherapist for men, couples, and organizations, Patch McCormick knows all too well the paradox of wanting to feel like enough, while always striving for...
<p>Senior Director of Marketing, Insights & Comms Hilary Fischer-Groban, has built her career leading through change — from helping legacy brands reinvent themselves to steering culture-defining start-ups through their...
<p>The artist and executive creative director, Gordon Hull, on longevity, relevance, and what it really takes to live a creatively fulfilled life.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Gordon Hull first made a name for himself as the...
Episode #8
<p>The President of Sotheby’s Motorsport on leading through uncertainty, owning failure as a leader, and learning to balance vulnerability with authority.</p><br><p>A lifelong theater kid turned luxury auction...
<p>From an internship at Stella McCartney to her current role as Luxury Client Director at The Wall Street Journal, Agnes Majewska has built a career at the intersection of culture, creativity, and commerce that many...
<p>Today’s guest is one of the most fascinating people you’ll ever meet, with one of the most unexpected career journeys you’ve ever heard.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Alexandre Stipanovich is a neuropharmacologist whose PhD...
Episode #5
<p>Known for his drive and charisma, Guy Griggs has spent two decades climbing to the top of some of the world’s most powerful media companies. When this episode was recorded, he was Vice President of National Sales at...
<p>In this episode of (FAIL) UP, host Alanna Lynch sits down with celebrated arts & culture journalist, Julia Halperin. </p><br><p><br></p><p>Julia Halperin has been asking tough questions about power, equity, and...
Episode #3
<p>In this episode of (FAIL) UP, host Alanna Lynch sits down with builder, creative leader, and founder of PRESENT, Josh Horowitz.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Josh Horowitz has never loved the word entrepreneur. Even after...
<p>In this episode of (FAIL) UP, host Alanna Lynch sits down with Emmy Award-winning war correspondent, bestselling author, and founder of Noosphere, Jane Ferguson.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Raised in Northern Ireland during...
Episode #1
<h4>On the debut episode of (FAIL) UP, host Alanna Lynch sits down with Pakistani-American executive producer, director, and author Meetra Javed.</h4><p><br></p><p>Raised with the pressure to pursue a conventional...
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<h4>In a culture obsessed with success, (FAIL) UP explores an uncomfortable truth: it is failure, not success, that reveals our true character and teaches us what to do next.</h4><p><br></p><p>The show is hosted by...
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