# Why Your Launch Isn’t Working Anymore [And What’s Working in 2026 Instead] with Brenna McGowan [Ep 251]

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Published: 2026-05-29T10:00:00+00:00
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Today I'm joined by launch strategist and copywriter Brenna McGowan to talk about a question that's been floating around the online business world lately: Is launching still working in 2026? Fresh off one of her biggest launches ever, Brenna shares what she's seeing work right now, why cookie-cutter launches are falling flat, and how pre-launch strategy can completely transform your results. If you've ever felt like launching is harder than it used to be, this conversation will give you pract...

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