Ep. 190 - Miles Spencer: What Happens When Curiosity Becomes a Career

From Stories from Real Life by Melvin E. Edwards

February 24, 2026 · 33 min · Season 4 · Episode 190

About this episode

Miles Spencer shares his journey of curiosity-driven ventures and the intersection of adventure and entrepreneurship.

In this episode, Miles Spencer shares his incredible journey of curiosity-driven ventures, fearless risk-taking, and the power of storytelling to lead, inspire, and preserve legacy across generations. Discover how adventure and entrepreneurial spirit intersect in his life and learn practical insights on navigating failures, timing, and the future of digital storytelling. Key Topics: * Miles’s journey from childhood curiosity in Pittsburgh to global adventures * How taking calculated risks shaped his business successes and failures * The evolution of entrepreneurial media and the origins of “Money Hunt” * Lessons learned from major setbacks like Trust Cloud and timing pitfalls * The role of storytelling in leadership and building compelling visions * How extreme physical challenges teach resilience and mind over matter * The innovative Reflekta.ai platform for intergenerational and legacy storytelling * The impact of AI and new media on the preservation and sharing of personal histories * Balancing adventure, fatherhood, and holistic life pursuits Reflekta.ai Get full access to Melvin E. Edwards at storiesfromreallife.substack.com/subscribe

People in this episode

Host: Melvin E. Edwards

Guest: Miles Spencer

Topics covered

curiosity
entrepreneurship
storytelling
risk-taking
digital media
resilience

Keywords

curiosity
storytelling
entrepreneurial spirit
digital storytelling
resilience
adventure
business failures
legacy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Reflekta.ai, Trust Cloud

Places: Pittsburgh