The Accidental Creative

What if failure isn't just something to be tolerated and learned from, but actually something to be designed for?In this episode, we delve into an unconventional approach to success through the lens of failure. We are joined by Manu Kapur, a learning scientist and author of the book "Productive Failure." Manu believes that failure should not just be something we learn from when it happens, but something we should design for deliberately. This proactive stance on failure can accelerate learning and growth. He highlights the distinction between traditional views that stigmatize failure and a more constructive approach that celebrates effort and risk-taking.Understanding our own knowledge boundaries through failure is a central theme discussed. Failed attempts reveal the limit of what we know and spotlight the gaps in our understanding. This awareness is crucial for deeper learning and personal growth.To further illustrate the lessons from failure, Todd shares a personal story about taking up running post-i