Fail Better with David Duchovny The Many Lives of Peter Weller
Dec 2, 2025
Join Peter Weller, the iconic RoboCop, who has also carved a niche as an art historian and professor. In this conversation, he candidly discusses his journey from aspiring jazz trumpet player to acclaimed actor, emphasizing the powerful connection between art and artist. Peter shares insights on creative processes, the struggle between impulsive writing and rewriting, and transformative acting experiences with legends like Diane Keaton. He also reflects on deeper themes of spirituality, addiction recovery, and the joys and challenges of parenting.
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Art Is Irreducible To Objects
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Finish Big Projects With Tiny Daily Steps
- Commit to a tiny daily writing habit like 15 minutes to build momentum.
- Write a zero draft without editing and let revision come later to finish big projects.
Avoid Early Rewriting Traps
- Do write a zero draft and avoid rereading chapter one until you finish to prevent stalling.
- Use an editor afterward to cut repetition and clarify meaning.
