Fail Better with David Duchovny Check it Out: “The art of failure with David Duchovny”
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Aug 27, 2024 
In this engaging discussion, David Duchovny, an acclaimed actor and author, joins Adam Grant, a renowned organizational psychologist and best-selling author. They dive into the art of embracing failure and how it can lead to personal growth. Duchovny reflects on his shift from blockbuster fame to independent projects, highlighting resilience and authenticity. They also tackle the impact of AI on creativity and the importance of redefining success against societal expectations. Their insights encourage listeners to find empowerment through vulnerability.
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Failure's Bittersweet Nature
- David Duchovny views failure not as schadenfreude, but as a shared human experience.
- He aims to explore failure's bittersweet nature and promote resilience through his podcast.
House of D: A Personal Failure
- Duchovny considers his film "House of D" a personal failure despite its authenticity.
- Its poor reception hurt him deeply, stemming from the contrast with "The X-Files" success.
Zoolander: A Comedic Exploration
- Duchovny chose to act in "Zoolander" to explore comedy after "The X-Files."
- The film's comedic language, like "finger jockey" for hand model, appealed to him.