

S18, Ep4 Arlo Parks on the impossibility of perfection
Sep 27, 2023
Arlo Parks, a singer, songwriter, and poet, discusses her failure to create a perfect piece of work, save others, and fit into societal expectations. She shares her love for Phoebe Bridgers and reflects on maintaining softness in a hard industry. She explores her experience in school, navigating through personalities, and finding solace in music. Arlo also talks about the emotional toll of being an empath and challenges assumptions while embracing identity. Additionally, she discusses her love for LA and favorite out-of-the-way hikes, as well as her favorite music and tattoos. The conversation delves into reflections on success and imposter syndrome.
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Introduction
00:00 • 5min
Softness and Tenderness in a Hard Industry
04:43 • 10min
Navigating through School and Finding Solace in Music
14:49 • 16min
The Emotional Toll of Being an Empath
31:00 • 10min
Challenging Assumptions and Embracing Identity
41:02 • 8min
Love for LA and Out-of-the-Way Hikes
48:47 • 4min
Favorite Music and Tattoos
52:46 • 2min
Reflecting on Success and Imposter Syndrome
54:53 • 2min