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Choose to be Curious

Ep. #221: Seeing LIke a Location Scout, with Aaron Hurvitz

Mar 5, 2024
Aaron Hurvitz, a renowned movie location scout, shares insights on his work for films like Joker and Indiana Jones. The podcast explores the role of curiosity and patience in his job, the process of location scouting, and the importance of embracing serendipitous opportunities. The conversation highlights how location scouts shape our perception of movies.
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Quick takeaways

  • Passion and persistence are crucial in overcoming challenges and achieving goals.
  • Curiosity and adaptability are essential for finding the right locations in film scouting.

Deep dives

Curiosity and Grit in Achieving Goals

Psychologist Todd Kashden combines grit and curiosity, suggesting that passion, persistence, and curiosity intersect in achieving goals. He argues that individuals passionate about their pursuits and motivated to overcome challenges bounce back from adversity. Kashden finds that curious people view new situations as opportunities for growth. However, unsatisfied curiosity can lead to feelings of missed opportunities.

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