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We Regret To Inform You: The Rejection Podcast

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About the show

The road to success is littered with speed bumps. Every celebrated actor, writer, musician, artist, inventor and entrepreneur has faced debilitating career rejection on their journey to the top. We tell their fascinating stories and break down exactly how they achieved their remarkable goals. Because hidden inside each rejection is a unique insight – and we’re here to find it. At its heart, this pod is about persistence and inspiration. From the creators of Under The Influence, this show is brought to you by the Apostrophe Podcast Company and powered by Acast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Latest episodes

  • Rejecting John Grisham

    September 24, 2026 · 34 min

    John Grisham has authored nearly 60 books, adapted into nine motion pictures. He’s written over 50 consecutive #1 New York Times bestsellers and is considered one of the best-selling authors of fiction in the U.S. But there was a time when…

  • “Let Me Down” by our own Callie-Rae O'Reilly

    September 17, 2026 · 2 min

    Apostrophe co-founder and director Callie-Rae O'Reilly has written a new book – a memoir – called “Let Me Down: Reflections on Abuse and Love.” It’s a personal story about the intersections of love, abuse, memory and the stories we tell…

  • Encore: Rejecting The Eiffel Tower (with a special intro from our producer Allison)

    September 11, 2026 · 45 min

    We're heading back to Paris with an encore of one of our favourite episodes. Featuring an intro from our producer and researcher Allison, where she shares the story behind the inspiration for this episode.  The Eiffel Tower is the…

  • Minisode: Will Ferrell's Delicious Reviews

    September 4, 2026 · 15 min

    Welcome to a brand-new mini-series all about reviews.  Reviews are tricky things. They have the ability to set something on fire – in one way or the other. They can be totally wrong. They can be devastatingly right. And they can be…

  • Rejecting Hand-Washing (Extended Version)

    August 25, 2026 · 28 min

    As part of our summer hiatus, we’re bringing you an extended version of one of our favourite episodes – the doctor who was fired for washing his hands.  We originally released this episode in 2023 as a short story. Then this summer, as…

  • Encore: Rejecting the Sopranos (reimagined by our Chief Sound Engineer Geoff)

    August 12, 2026 · 47 min

    A special encore put together by our chief sound engineer Geoff Devine. Featuring an intro from Geoff and a favourite episode, reworked and revisited. The Sopranos is widely considered the greatest television show of all time. Just ask TV…

  • Best Podcasting Advice from the Team

    August 10, 2026 · 1 min

    Hear the full episode in Apostrophe All Ears. Try seven days, free. Ask us Anything: Email us: hello@apostrophepodcasts.ca Write to us on socials: @apostrophepod Leave us a voicemail We don’t regret to inform you – you can now listen…

  • Veep, Martin Short & Building Bridges: Ask Us Anything

    July 15, 2026 · 22 min

    It's been a minute since we've done a Q&A episode. Join us, won't you, as we answer your thoughtful Qs and let you know what's in store this summer. Tell us your rejection story: Email us: hello@apostrophepodcasts.ca. Leave us a…