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We Regret To Inform You: The Rejection Podcast

We Regret To Inform You: The Rejection Podcast

By: Apostrophe Podcast Network
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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 podcast 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.

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Episodes
  • Holiday Encore: Rejecting Elf

    Holiday Encore: Rejecting Elf
    Dec 24 2025

    We regret to inform you, this week marks the final episode of our 2025 season. So, we thought we'd bring you one of our most-loved episodes. Certainly our most loved holiday episode – Rejecting Elf.


    Elf is a beloved and timeless Christmas classic. Starring Will Ferrell, the film brought in over $200M at the box office, and 20 years later remains a holiday tradition for many. But back in the year 2000, the script was rejected by production companies, studios, directors and actors, championed only by two producers with no producing experience. Then when it finally did land a studio, executives nearly left Elf on a shelf. Join us, won’t you, as we pass through the seven levels of the Candy Cane forest, through the sea of swirly twirly gum drops, then through the Lincoln Tunnel for Rejecting Elf.


    Thank you for joining us this season. We'll meet you back here in a couple short months for Season 7 – and in the meantime, we have some fun Minis coming your way.


    From all of us at Apostrophe, Merry Christmas. Have a safe and happy holiday.

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    43 mins
  • Rejecting Willie O'Ree, Pt. 2

    Rejecting Willie O'Ree, Pt. 2
    Dec 15 2025
    In Part Two of our Rejecting Willie O'Ree episode, another unexpected invitation lands on the pioneer's doorstep. History is made – then forgotten – and Willie welcomes a third act he never saw coming.

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    33 mins
  • Rejecting Willie O'Ree (The First Black Player in the NHL)

    Rejecting Willie O'Ree (The First Black Player in the NHL)
    Dec 4 2025

    Willie O’Ree made history in 1958, when the Boston Bruin became the first Black player in the NHL. It is a heroic story of strength, courage and resilience. Hope you’ll join us.


    The major source for this episode is Willie: The Game-Changing Story of the NHL's First Black Player by Willie O’Ree and Michael McKinley.

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    29 mins
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