goodlisten

Episode

#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
listen on Spotify
1:45:03
Published: Tue May 30 2017
Description

Vince Vaughn (@WildWest) is one of the most prolific actors, writers, and producers in the world. He's acted in more than thirty major motion pictures that have gone on to gross more than 1.7 billion at the box office. He is largely credited for redefining the R-rated comedy with his performance in the 2005 hit Wedding Crashers, which set the record for highest grossing R-rated comedy at the time. He is -- and will continue to be, I expect -- one of the most sought-after leading men in Hollywood. As a listener to this podcast, Vince reached out with his production company Wild West to see if we might do a TV show together. The result is Fear{less} with Tim Ferriss -- "less" is in parentheses because the objective is to teach you to fear less, not to be fearless. More details about the show can be found at tim.blog/fearless. I got the chance to catch up with Vince at Vulture Festival in New York City. In this conversation, we get into stories of his early beginnings, how to negotiate, his cold-calling career, and important decisions he's made as a producer, an artist, and a businessperson. I had a blast doing this, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! Show notes and links for this episode can be found at www.fourhourworkweek.com/podcast. This podcast is brought to you by 99Designs, the world's largest marketplace of graphic designers. I have used them for years to create some amazing designs. When your business needs a logo, website design, business card, or anything you can imagine, check out 99Designs. I used them to rapid prototype the cover for The Tao of Seneca, and I've also had them help with display advertising and illustrations. If you want a more personalized approach, I recommend their 1-on-1 service. You get original designs from designers around the world. The best part? You provide your feedback, and then you end up with a product that you're happy with or your money back. Click this link and get a free $99 upgrade. Give it a test run... This podcast is also brought to you by Trunk Club. I hate shopping with a passion. And honestly, I'm not good at it, which means I end up looking like I'm colorblind or homeless. Enter Trunk Club, which provides you with your own personal stylist and makes it easier than ever to shop for clothes that look great on your body. Just go to trunkclub.com/tim and answer a few questions, and then you'll be sent a trunk full of awesome clothes. They base this on your sizes, preferences, etc. The trunk is then delivered free of charge both ways, so you only pay for clothes that you keep. If you keep none, it costs you nothing. To get started, check it out at trunkclub.com/tim.***If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading the reviews!For show notes and past guests, please visit tim.blog/podcast.Sign up for Tim’s email newsletter (“5-Bullet Friday”) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Visit tim.blog/sponsor and fill out the form.Discover Tim’s books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss YouTube: youtube.com/timferrissPast guests on The Tim Ferriss Show include Jerry Seinfeld, Hugh Jackman, Dr. Jane Goodall, LeBron James, Kevin Hart, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Jamie Foxx, Matthew McConaughey, Esther Perel, Elizabeth Gilbert, Terry Crews, Sia, Yuval Noah Harari, Malcolm Gladwell, Madeleine Albright, Cheryl Strayed, Jim Collins, Mary Karr, Maria Popova, Sam Harris, Michael Phelps, Bob Iger, Edward Norton, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Neil Strauss, Ken Burns, Maria Sharapova, Marc Andreessen, Neil Gaiman, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Jocko Willink, Daniel Ek, Kelly Slater, Dr. Peter Attia, Seth Godin, Howard Marks, Dr. Brené Brown, Eric Schmidt, Michael Lewis, Joe Gebbia, Michael Pollan, Dr. Jordan Peterson, Vince Vaughn, Brian Koppelman, Ramit Sethi, Dax Shepard, Tony Robbins, Jim Dethmer, Dan Harris, Ray Dalio, Naval Ravikant, Vitalik Buterin, Elizabeth Lesser, Amanda Palmer, Katie Haun, Sir Richard Branson, Chuck Palahniuk, Arianna Huffington, Reid Hoffman, Bill Burr, Whitney Cummings, Rick Rubin, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Darren Aronofsky, and many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chapters
The text seems to contain random and unrelated phrases, including a personal question and an advertisement for Tim Ferriss' 5 Bullet Friday on his blog.
00:00 - 01:11 (01:11)
listen on Spotify
None
Summary

The text seems to contain random and unrelated phrases, including a personal question and an advertisement for Tim Ferriss' 5 Bullet Friday on his blog.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
In this episode, host Todd Herman deconstructs world-class performer Vince Vaughn and shares 10 lessons we could learn from him.
01:11 - 05:57 (04:46)
listen on Spotify
Performance
Summary

In this episode, host Todd Herman deconstructs world-class performer Vince Vaughn and shares 10 lessons we could learn from him. Athletic Greens is mentioned in the episode as a sponsor, offering a special deal to the audience.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
A producer reached out to Tim Ferriss to continue the dialogues he makes with his guests on his podcast.
05:57 - 10:43 (04:46)
listen on Spotify
Podcasting
Summary

A producer reached out to Tim Ferriss to continue the dialogues he makes with his guests on his podcast. This new collaboration aims to capture individuals who have faced their fears and to help listeners overcome their own.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The podcast discusses how people often idealize magazine covers and assume celebrity figures are flawless.
10:43 - 16:29 (05:46)
listen on Spotify
Self-Improvement
Summary

The podcast discusses how people often idealize magazine covers and assume celebrity figures are flawless. It emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection and having a good sense of humor about oneself.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The fear of swimming led to rethinking other things in life, and a commitment to only drink green tea for a year allowed for the experience of letting go and enjoying things in a more productive way.
16:29 - 21:04 (04:35)
listen on Spotify
Mindfulness/ Wellness
Summary

The fear of swimming led to rethinking other things in life, and a commitment to only drink green tea for a year allowed for the experience of letting go and enjoying things in a more productive way.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The host and guest discuss the importance of physical activity for developing confidence and grace in leaders, citing examples like George Washington's ballroom dancing and horseback riding.
21:04 - 25:42 (04:38)
listen on Spotify
Leadership
Summary

The host and guest discuss the importance of physical activity for developing confidence and grace in leaders, citing examples like George Washington's ballroom dancing and horseback riding.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The host discusses with the guest about their experience and their transition from having a tough time to being successful in their career.
25:42 - 31:42 (06:00)
listen on Spotify
Career
Summary

The host discusses with the guest about their experience and their transition from having a tough time to being successful in their career. The conversation revolves around their initial struggles, mishaps, and experiences of working in bad jobs during their young age.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker talks about selling data storage systems to big corporations like National Geographic Survey and American Airlines and shares his unique pitch for the product.
31:42 - 34:37 (02:55)
listen on Spotify
Data Storage
Summary

The speaker talks about selling data storage systems to big corporations like National Geographic Survey and American Airlines and shares his unique pitch for the product.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker decided to run for class president because they realized that the senior class president typically speaks at graduation.
34:37 - 39:46 (05:08)
listen on Spotify
Education
Summary

The speaker decided to run for class president because they realized that the senior class president typically speaks at graduation. They thought that if they won the position, then they would have to be graduated regardless of their academic performance.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The key to becoming a great improv actor is watching and learning from others.
39:46 - 44:22 (04:36)
listen on Spotify
Improv acting
Summary

The key to becoming a great improv actor is watching and learning from others. Improv involves building a linear story structure from audience suggestions and incorporating games, with the goal of setting up a payoff in the end.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The idea of making money or achieving success wasn't the driving force for young actors in the past.
44:22 - 50:22 (05:59)
listen on Spotify
Acting
Summary

The idea of making money or achieving success wasn't the driving force for young actors in the past. They were happy to perform and make a living doing anything related to acting, such as commercials or TV shows.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
A former casting director confesses that she would scam actors by recommending them to nonexistent film projects, and sell them alcohol as they waited for their “audition” on the street.
50:22 - 53:26 (03:04)
listen on Spotify
Casting Industry
Summary

A former casting director confesses that she would scam actors by recommending them to nonexistent film projects, and sell them alcohol as they waited for their “audition” on the street.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker describes a tactic he used for late-night infomercials to determine if they were legitimate or not by pretending to be a troubled youth with a knack for fighting.
53:26 - 56:19 (02:53)
listen on Spotify
Late Night Infomercials
Summary

The speaker describes a tactic he used for late-night infomercials to determine if they were legitimate or not by pretending to be a troubled youth with a knack for fighting.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
Developing tolerance for rejection early on in environments like wrestling or auditions can help build resilience to ensure productive growth for future success.
56:19 - 1:01:43 (05:23)
listen on Spotify
Resilience
Summary

Developing tolerance for rejection early on in environments like wrestling or auditions can help build resilience to ensure productive growth for future success. Quick recovery and focus on personal growth can increase the chances of achieving desired goals.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker shares his experience on how he leveraged his weaknesses into strengths by using a summarization tool and being aware of his verbal ticks.
1:01:43 - 1:08:51 (07:08)
listen on Spotify
Personal Development
Summary

The speaker shares his experience on how he leveraged his weaknesses into strengths by using a summarization tool and being aware of his verbal ticks.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The movie "Swingers" shows the evolution of a character who faces his fears and lets go of ego, ultimately connecting with others from a truthful and self-empowering place.
1:08:51 - 1:12:16 (03:25)
listen on Spotify
Personal Growth
Summary

The movie "Swingers" shows the evolution of a character who faces his fears and lets go of ego, ultimately connecting with others from a truthful and self-empowering place. This distinguishes it from other pickup-themed works that emerged later.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
Successful writers suggest that designing something for an audience might not always be the best approach.
1:12:16 - 1:16:07 (03:51)
listen on Spotify
Writing
Summary

Successful writers suggest that designing something for an audience might not always be the best approach. It's important to draw from personal experiences and frustrations to create captivating content.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The writer discusses their experience writing an old school comedy and how they approached the script with the director over the course of a month.
1:16:07 - 1:22:09 (06:02)
listen on Spotify
Comedy
Summary

The writer discusses their experience writing an old school comedy and how they approached the script with the director over the course of a month.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker was interested in understanding the dynamics of ending a relationship with someone you love and becoming a better person in the process.
1:22:09 - 1:26:48 (04:39)
listen on Spotify
Relationships
Summary

The speaker was interested in understanding the dynamics of ending a relationship with someone you love and becoming a better person in the process. The focus was on personal growth rather than a traditional comedy approach.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
In this interview, the speaker emphasizes the importance of developing skill sets such as active literacy, public speaking, and writing over just acquiring information, as it expands one's comfort zone and ability to access any kind of information from people around them.
1:26:48 - 1:35:02 (08:13)
listen on Spotify
Skill Acquisition
Summary

In this interview, the speaker emphasizes the importance of developing skill sets such as active literacy, public speaking, and writing over just acquiring information, as it expands one's comfort zone and ability to access any kind of information from people around them.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker discusses how individuals can overcome bullying and learn to accept themselves by engaging in life, trying new things, learning about themselves, and evaluating their feelings towards their actions.
1:35:02 - 1:43:36 (08:34)
listen on Spotify
Self-acceptance
Summary

The speaker discusses how individuals can overcome bullying and learn to accept themselves by engaging in life, trying new things, learning about themselves, and evaluating their feelings towards their actions.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
This advertisement explains how 99 Designs' one to one project service provides an easy and efficient way to work on design projects by inviting specific designers to collaborate, provide feedback and iterate together.
1:43:36 - 1:44:55 (01:19)
listen on Spotify
99 Designs
Summary

This advertisement explains how 99 Designs' one to one project service provides an easy and efficient way to work on design projects by inviting specific designers to collaborate, provide feedback and iterate together.

Episode
#243: How to Fear Less -- Vince Vaughn
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show