Fail Better with David Duchovny
Lemonada MediaTo be human is to fail – period. And not just to fail once, but to fail a lot. As the author Samuel Beckett said: “Fail again. Fail better.” This saying means a lot to me and my family – so much so that my daughter got a tattoo of it. Why are we, and so many others, so deeply concerned by failure? And if it’s something we all do so often, why are we so afraid of it – especially those of us here in... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 154 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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- David Duchovny and Samuel Beckett
How about making an instalment on your Samuel Beckett paper? I think lots of people would appreciate that. 🧌🏝️🧌
Thank you 🙏 😅
Apple Podcasts5Grovsmeden
Denmark4 months ago - So reflective!
I grew up a super fan of the X-Files, so of course I was a fan of the actor David Duchovny, but now I love him as a human. He is so emotionally intelligent and reflective. I am these things as well, so it’s nice to find an interviewer who resonates. His nature leads to the sort of questions nobody ever asks in interviews and I find myself deeply interested in answers to questions I’d never thought to wonder. Makes me feel good.
P.S. Gates McFadden does this as well in her podcast if you wer... more
Apple Podcasts5Mindy_sue
United States4 months ago - Nice listen
I wasn’t expecting Duchovny to be such a good interviewer but he makes these conversations thoughtful.
Apple Podcasts5Ricky R RichardUnited States5 months ago - Inspiring
While the recognizable names may draw you to this podcast, it is its substance that will get you hooked. Honest, thought provoking and real. You will find yourself identifying with the fragility of life that unites all humans.
Even more so, you will come to embrace the failures that are truly our triumphs.
Apple Podcasts5Diane S WUnited States5 months ago - Different from the rest!
This is a great listen, one of my favorite podcasts. Always unexpected and always empathetic, thoughtful and brilliant!
Every episode is a learning experience and
I just love learning new things anywhere
I can find them!!
Thank You for all your hard work making a podcast a cut above
the rest!!
Apple Podcasts5AugustkackUnited States6 months ago
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What is Fail Better about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The content offers a profound exploration of failure as a shared human experience, focusing on how successful individuals navigate setbacks and personal challenges. Conversations often include introspective reflections about growth, resilience, and the transformative lessons derived from perceived failures. Notable guests from various fields—such as acting, writing, and academia—share their unique journeys, providing listeners with diverse perspectives on the themes of creativity, identity, and the emotional complexities underpinning success and failure.
What sets this content apart is its emphasis on vulnerability, humor, and authenticity, inviting audiences to embrace the inevitability of failure while fostering a deeper understanding of... more
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1. Emily Deschanel
2. John Seabrook
3. Peter Weller
4. Megan McArdle
5. Jamie Lee Curtis
6. Gretchen Rubin
7. Tom Pelphrey
8. Amanda Knox
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