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 | 165 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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So much here in these podcasts - thank you! … The range of life experience and conversational meandering that brings out reflection …. I especially loved Gabor Matte, Alec Baldwin, Mary Trump and many more… I have listened to just about everyone from Ben Stiller (the first and second time). It’s funny what life throws us - and what we do with those perceived foul balls and falls.
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Podcast Addict54 months agojamiemcgaughey1981- 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 🙏 😅
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Denmark7 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_sueUnited States7 months ago - Nice listen
I wasn’t expecting Duchovny to be such a good interviewer but he makes these conversations thoughtful.
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Exploring the human experience of failure, this podcast provides an honest and stimulating conversation around the challenges faced by individuals in various fields. Featured guests include notable actors, writers, and thought leaders who reflect on their personal journeys, addressing the often stigmatized concept of failure and its transformation into growth and self-discovery. The discussions are characterized by humor, empathy, and a shared understanding of vulnerability, making the content relatable and thought-provoking. Unique for its focus on failure as a bridge to success, rather than a setback, this program invites listeners into authentic dialogues that illuminate the lessons embedded within both triumphs and perceived failures.
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1. Maggie Wheeler
2. Kathleen Hanna
3. Jason Beghe
4. Sean Penn
5. Jaleel White
6. John Seabrook
7. Peter Weller
8. Megan McArdle
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