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“Thomas Edison failed the lightbulb 9,999 times, so I’ve still got thousands to go…”

February 24, 202500:57
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people ask me what's your relig I said
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money said what you do for spare time I
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said money said what El drive you said
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more
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money I had 120 million of assets yeah
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$60 million net worth at one point I
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even forgot I had 12 houses in poke Coy
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I lost count it was that crazy I was
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buying a sell house a week I built
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houses I had land I had everything I had
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43 race horses too on top of that it was
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crazy my dad only wanted me to be a
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baker and I'm the black sheep in the
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family I always want to be the richest
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man and the family and I told him that
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many times and he just laughed at me so
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I tried selling mway selling Kirby
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vacuum cleaners had the store in the
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flea market had a nightclub so I do all
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sorts of things and I failed and then he
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just told me I Told You So I said Thomas
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Edis failed the lightbolt
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99,999 times so I still got thousands to
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go so you can say what you want

Podspun Insights

In this episode, listeners are taken on a wild ride through the highs and lows of a life driven by ambition and the pursuit of wealth. The guest shares a candid account of their journey, from amassing a staggering net worth to losing track of their numerous properties and racehorses. With a backdrop of familial expectations, particularly from a father who envisioned a simpler life as a baker, the narrative unfolds with a mix of humor and resilience. The guest's determination to prove doubters wrong, including their own father, adds a layer of emotional depth. They reflect on their entrepreneurial escapades, from selling vacuum cleaners to running a nightclub, showcasing the relentless spirit of someone who refuses to give up despite setbacks. This episode is a testament to the idea that failure is just a stepping stone on the path to success, making it a compelling listen for anyone chasing their dreams.

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Episode Highlights

  • A Wealthy Journey
    At one point, he had a net worth of $60 million and 12 houses.
    “I even forgot I had 12 houses in Poke Coy.”
    @ 00m 12s
    February 24, 2025
  • The Black Sheep
    He was the black sheep in the family, aspiring for wealth against his father's wishes.
    “My dad only wanted me to be a baker.”
    @ 00m 24s
    February 24, 2025
  • Persistence Pays Off
    Despite many failures, he remains determined to succeed, inspired by Thomas Edison.
    “I still got thousands to go so you can say what you want.”
    @ 00m 52s
    February 24, 2025

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Family Expectations00:24
  • Ambition00:28
  • Resilience00:46