Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard

Sarah Paulson

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Oct 28, 2024
Award-winning actress Sarah Paulson, known for roles in 'American Horror Story' and '12 Years A Slave,' shares her journey into acting and the powerful influence of her collaborator Ryan Murphy. She reflects on the complexities of portraying characters far removed from her own life and the struggles with anxiety that shape her experience. The conversation also touches on sibling dynamics, the impacts of family on identity, and the key to embracing humor amidst rejection and challenges in her career.
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ANECDOTE

Dax's Tardiness

  • Dax Shepard was late to the podcast because he got caught up in a political conversation.
  • He was pontificating and lost track of time.
ANECDOTE

Political Conversation

  • Dax Shepard and his wife's friend discussed the political rhetoric around immigration.
  • Dax argued that the left misses the point by only focusing on factual inaccuracies.
INSIGHT

Confirmation Bias

  • Sarah Paulson believes people are drawn to information that confirms their beliefs.
  • This desire to feel seen and understood transcends political divides.
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