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The One With Bamboozled

Season 2, Ep. 5

Season 2 | Episode 5 | The One with Bamboozled


This week on How I Failed In Business we’re throwing out the rulebook (and possibly our dignity) with our very own chaotic version of Bamboozled—yes, that confusing game from Friends. It makes even less sense when we play it.


Here’s what’s on the board this week:

Alternative Businesses 👀

Musical Theatre Playlists 🎭🎶

Our New Favourite Game !!! 🏆


It’s competitive, it’s ridiculous, and it might just be our funnest episode yet.


Join us every Tuesday for more fails, fixes, and fun. Because in business—and in fake game shows—you’ve got to play to fail, and fail to learn.

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