"I want to be real. I want to be, it just be more, like, just real. And I don't want to be perfect. And I don't want, I don't need everyone to like me. I'm not here for that." — Julia Fox
"You need to believe in it. You really need to like believe in what you're doing because otherwise it's going to like, you're just, it's a lot, it's a lot of, on someone's mental health." — Julia Fox
"I feel like I'm just a normal girl and like I don't, and I, yeah, I'm just a regular, if I can regular, regular bit." — Julia Fox
The episode features a candid conversation between host Alex Cooper and guest Julia Fox, delving into Fox's unique journey. She recounts her upbringing in New York City, characterized by a lack of strict supervision and early exposure to adult situations, which she credits with fostering her independent and fearless nature. This upbringing laid the foundation for her later explorations in various industries, from working in a pastry shop to her impactful and often misunderstood stint as a dominatrix, which she describes as a formative experience for her self-esteem and understanding of sexuality.
Fox elaborates on her diverse career path, including her unexpected entry into acting through her role in "Uncut Gems," which was inspired by her own life. She touches upon her early struggles with the law and substance use, emphasizing how the structure of probation ultimately served as a turning point. The conversation also explores her current life, including her relationship with her son, her evolving relationship dynamics, and her artistic pursuits. She expresses a strong commitment to authenticity and self-expression, even when it invites public criticism, viewing such reactions as validation of her bold choices.
Throughout the discussion, Fox highlights her candid and "fly by the pants" approach to life, emphasizing that her actions are not driven by ulterior motives. She discusses her current relationship, describing it as natural and organic, and expresses a desire to amplify her existing career aspirations in acting, writing, and producing. The episode concludes with Fox reiterating her desire for her work to speak for itself and to be perceived as a "normal girl," despite her extraordinary experiences.