The Failed Experiment

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THE FAILED EXPERIMENT is a weekly podcast hosted by Southern California based DP/cinematographer, Kyle Cowling, along with a guest. 


Each week, in his dining room, Kyle sits down with filmmakers, photographers, musicians, artists, athletes, and individuals from all walks of life to discuss everything from their journey of how they got to where they are today, their goals, accomplishments, failures, mental health, work/life balance and more.


TFE is an open and honest exploration in sincere conversation with a new guest each week, sharing laughs and stories to help us better understand the humanity in all of us.

Recent Episodes
  • 38. Andrew Bauer - Factory Race Mechanic
    Mar 19, 2025 – 03:13:57
  • 37. Nathan Avila - Filmmaker
    Feb 23, 2025 – 03:09:34
  • 36. Drew Ruiz - Commercial Stills Photographer
    Sep 2, 2024 – 02:20:14
  • 35. Nick Evennou - Athlete/Digital Content Creator - Part Two
    Aug 5, 2024 – 01:21:13
  • 34. Spencer Owens - Stills Photographer
    Jul 28, 2024 – 03:46:02
  • 33. Melissa Gutierrez - Comedian
    Jul 22, 2024 – 01:14:55
  • 32. Nick Evennou - Athlete/Digital Content Creator - Part One
    Jul 14, 2024 – 03:25:06
  • 31. Kyle Crabb - Filmmaker
    Feb 20, 2024 – 02:08:12
  • 30. Corey Martin - L.A. County Firefighter
    Feb 5, 2024 – 03:17:43
  • 29. Allie Anderson - Stand-Up Comedian
    Jan 28, 2024 – 02:19:32
  • 28. Oliver Keenan-Lyu - Musical Composer
    Jan 21, 2024 – 02:12:51
  • 27. Ryan Marcus - Filmmaker
    Jan 14, 2024 – 03:18:34
  • 26. Ryan Holliday - Team Green Kawasaki Team Manager
    Jan 8, 2024 – 02:47:37
  • 25. Yakov Olivarria - Film Director
    Jan 1, 2024 – 02:13:03
  • 24. Jake Isaac - Factory TLD/Red Bull/GasGas Race Mechanic
    Oct 9, 2023 – 02:12:43
  • 23. Kenny Day - Fox Racing Pro Athlete Manager
    Oct 2, 2023 – 02:02:17
  • 22. Tom Journet - Content Creator
    Sep 25, 2023 – 02:07:09
  • 21. Katie Hayes - Public School Educator
    Sep 18, 2023 – 02:11:28
  • 20. Ricki Bedenbaugh - Cinematographer
    Sep 11, 2023 – 02:58:12
  • 19. Sean Borkenhagen - Athlete/Kawasaki Motor Co.
    Sep 4, 2023 – 01:47:34
  • 18. Stu Alfano - Art Director/Stills Photographer
    Aug 28, 2023 – 04:04:29
  • 17. Allie Keddie - Former Educator/Stills Photographer
    Aug 21, 2023 – 02:38:26
  • 16. Kelli Crigler - Police Lieutenant
    Aug 14, 2023 – 03:39:35
  • 15. Kris Keefer - Athlete/Test Rider
    Aug 7, 2023 – 02:14:45
  • 14. Mike Williamson - Gaffer
    Jul 31, 2023 – 01:55:35
  • 13. David Pingree - Athlete/Podcast Host
    Jul 24, 2023 – 01:56:20
  • 12. Ryan Cooley - Account Director/Producer
    Jul 17, 2023 – 02:41:12
  • 11. Jeff Emig - Athlete/Television Broadcaster
    Jul 10, 2023 – 02:54:57
  • 10. Casey Davis - Filmmaker
    Jul 3, 2023 – 03:12:29
  • 09. Kit Karzen - Stills Photographer
    Jun 26, 2023 – 02:39:52
  • 08. Jordan Powell - Cinematographer
    Jun 19, 2023 – 02:33:55
  • 07. Troy Murrah - Musician/Artist
    Jun 12, 2023 – 03:54:30
  • 06. Shannon Stutenroth - 1st AC/Cinematographer
    Jun 5, 2023 – 01:45:42
  • 05. Chris Ray - Skateboarder/Filmmaker
    May 29, 2023 – 02:06:08
  • 04. Martin Fobes - Skateboarder/Filmmaker
    May 22, 2023 – 02:02:11
  • 03. Brad Resnick - Filmmaker
    May 15, 2023 – 01:46:28
  • 02. Justin Kosman - Commercial Stills Photographer/Filmmaker
    May 8, 2023 – 02:32:43
  • 01. TJ Signaigo - Gaffer/Set Lighting Technician
    May 1, 2023 – 01:48:56
  • Welcome to The Failed Experiment
    Mar 20, 2023 – 05:47
Recent Reviews
  • EEDS Horse Diagnostic Software
    Solid listen give it 20 min and it won’t disappoint
    Love the low key vibe and awesome insights into the youth and entry into the sport. The trials and tribulations talked about are deep and so good
  • racefan!
    Cool
    Came for keefer stayed for the others
  • karynmariechristine
    Enjoy
    Loved episode two. Need to know what Jordan’s are in Justin’s collection!
  • so squish
    love love love!
    Kyle does a great job along with great guests that give genuine perspectives on what it’s like to be a creative in tough industries. sincere, open, honest conversations that are eye opening, great listen!
  • TRnumber1fan
    One of my favs!
    Love listening to Kyles stories and about his life. So unique but relatable! Thanks for sharing all your knowledge and experience 👊🏼
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