Points of Failure

Points of Failure is a podcast about what actually goes wrong, and the part people don't want to look at.

Most conversations about failure happen after it's been cleaned up, framed, and turned into a lesson. This one starts at the breakdown and works backward. Through guest interviews and solo episodes, we examine the patterns behind failure in work, relationships, identity, and decision-making, with a bias toward what people are avoiding rather than what they're processing.

If you're noticing a pattern you can't explain away anymore, you're probably in the right place.

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S3E18 - Scott Rice

September 02, 2025 • Steve Cauthren • Season 3 • Episode 18

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On this episode, we talk to Scott Rice. Scott is an Emmy Award-winning filmmaker and Addy Award-winning commercial director. After studying under world-renowned film scholar David Bordwell, Scott began his career as an art director for Activision. He scripted the groundbreaking hit game SOLDIER OF FORTUNE, and has since written on assignment for Elizabeth Avellan (SPY KIDS), among others.

Scott and I discuss how to choose a story, why a growth mindset matters, and the proper length of a short film.

We hope you enjoy this episode.

Scott is represented by the Brant Rose Agency in Los Angeles for film/television, and Two Shot West Productions for commercials.

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