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Feb 2025
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Patrick Schwarzenegger on The White Lotu...

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About this episode

Patrick Schwarzenegger is on Real Pod! The actor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist—who just landed a role in The White Lotus Season 3—gets real about his career, personal growth, and navigating life in Hollywood with a famous last name. Patrick opens up about his approach to goal setting (inspired by his dad, Arnold Schwarzenegger!), the moment he stopped caring about proving himself to others, and the reality of building a career in acting. He also shares how he and fiancée Abby Champion have made their long-distance relationship work, what it was like keeping White Lotus a secret, and the wild story of how he found out he booked the role. Plus, we dive into his philosophy on success, why he ditched social media validation, and how he’s forging his own path on his own terms. This episode is packed with insights, laughs, and major motivation. Tune in!


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