In this powerful episode of the Failure is Knowledge Podcast, we sit down with rising actor Deundre Davis—a young creative from the Little Rock, Arkansas, with a dream bigger than his circumstances.

From hearing radio ads about Disney auditions to booking roles and taking acting classes, Deundre opens up about what it really takes to believe in yourself when no one else does.

He shares the moment that changed everything: reading a script that made him realize his “why.”

He talks about the lessons from the OKAY Program, staying sharp through acting classes, and how he turned rejection into redirection.

For Deundre, Failure is Knowledge means every setback is just another step toward success.

If you’ve ever questioned your path, this conversation will remind you: your dream is worth chasing—and your story is worth telling.

What if your greatest pain led to your life’s greatest purpose?

In this powerful episode, Whitney Duenas Richardson opens up about surviving a devastating car accident and how that life-changing moment catalyzes launching Global Sprouts—a cultural education box for kids ages 2–6.

We talk about resilience, entrepreneurship, community-building, and how embracing failure helped Whitney move fast, pivot often, and stay connected to her mission.

If you're an aspiring entrepreneur, parent, or leader who's ever questioned your path, this conversation will remind you that every setback carries wisdom.

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In this powerful episode of the Failure is Knowledge Podcast, host Terryl Humphrey sits down with Dr. Russ Barnes — USAF Col. (Ret), PhD, and founder of Systro Solutions — to explore the true meaning of freedom, entrepreneurship, and why you must build a business that makes money and creates value.

Dr. Barnes shares his journey from military retirement to becoming a strategic business consultant, highlighting the importance of failing forward, using your introvert strengths, and focusing on solving real problems to achieve success.

Together, they dive into topics like:

-Why must making money be a priority in business

-How freedom, not just passion, drives lasting fulfillment

-Lessons learned from failures in leadership and entrepreneurship

-Why writing a business plan too early can actually hurt your progress

-The critical mindset shift every entrepreneur must make to thrive

If you've ever felt stuck between wanting to help people and needing to make a living, this conversation will inspire you to bet on yourself and create your own freedom.

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🔗 Connect with Dr. Russ Barnes on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcbarnes