Fail Forward Friday is a weekly Podcast show where the hosts Dr Roche Mamabolo and Malesela Molepo dissect and discuss the most epic business blunders from around the world. Each host brings a unique story to the table, providing context, analysis, and key takeaways for entrepreneurs and business professionals alike.
The show aims to destigmatize failure by showcasing real-world examples of missteps, mishaps, and outright disasters. Through engaging discussions and insightful commentary, Fail Friday transforms these blunders into valuable learning opportunities, helping viewers understand the factors that contribute to failure and how to avoid them.
With a mix of humour, expertise, and a healthy dose of schadenfreude, Fail Friday is the perfect way to learn from the mistakes of others and ensure that your own business ventures don't end up as the next cautionary tale.
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Fail Forward Friday is a weekly Podcast show where the hosts Dr Roche Mamabolo and Malesela Molepo dissect and discuss the most epic business blunders from around the world. Each host brings a unique story to the table, providing context, analysis, and key takeaways for entrepreneurs and business professionals alike.
The show aims to destigmatize failure by showcasing real-world examples of missteps, mishaps, and outright disasters. Through engaging discussions and insightful commentary, Fail Friday transforms these blunders into valuable learning opportunities, helping viewers understand the factors that contribute to failure and how to avoid them.
With a mix of humour, expertise, and a healthy dose of schadenfreude, Fail Friday is the perfect way to learn from the mistakes of others and ensure that your own business ventures don't end up as the next cautionary tale.
Fail Forward #34 | When Nations Rise… and When They Fail | Malesela, Roche & Vuyile
Fail Forward Friday
1 hour 11 minutes 15 seconds
4 months ago
Fail Forward #34 | When Nations Rise… and When They Fail | Malesela, Roche & Vuyile
In this episode of Fail Forward Friday, hosts Malesela and Doc Roche sit down with returning guest Vuyile Gabuza to unpack the fascinating story of Japan’s rise and slow decline.
From the glory days of manufacturing dominance to today’s population crisis, Japan offers powerful lessons for nations, leaders, and entrepreneurs. But this is more than just Japan’s story. The trio zooms out to explore:
🇯🇵 Japan’s aging population & shrinking workforce
🌍 Africa’s youthful population vs. old leadership — a blessing or a curse?
🏛 Why institutions matter: inclusive vs extractive systems
🇺🇸 The US under Trump — brand damage or bold reset?
🇨🇳 China’s pivot from closed communism to global dominance
💡 Lessons for entrepreneurs: change, succession, balance, and resilience
🔥 Expect sharp insights, bold comparisons, and practical takeaways for both business and life. This is not just about nations—it’s about you as an entrepreneur, leader, and builder.
👉 Don’t just watch history happen. Learn from it. Fail forward.
📌 Subscribe for more real stories, bold conversations, and hard-hitting lessons every Friday!
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Fail Forward Friday
Fail Forward Friday is a weekly Podcast show where the hosts Dr Roche Mamabolo and Malesela Molepo dissect and discuss the most epic business blunders from around the world. Each host brings a unique story to the table, providing context, analysis, and key takeaways for entrepreneurs and business professionals alike.
The show aims to destigmatize failure by showcasing real-world examples of missteps, mishaps, and outright disasters. Through engaging discussions and insightful commentary, Fail Friday transforms these blunders into valuable learning opportunities, helping viewers understand the factors that contribute to failure and how to avoid them.
With a mix of humour, expertise, and a healthy dose of schadenfreude, Fail Friday is the perfect way to learn from the mistakes of others and ensure that your own business ventures don't end up as the next cautionary tale.
