Tabitha Carvan on Finding Your Passion (For Benedict Cumberbatch)

The Curiosity Lecture series returns to the Festival with a line-up of our most thought-provoking speakers delivering one-time talks on topics of intrigue, interest and importance. In this entertaining talk, author Tabitha Carvan shares the story of how falling for Benedict Cumberbatch while stuck at home with two young children became an unlikely catalyst for self-discovery. She casts light on what becomes of women’s passions in adulthood and what happens if you subvert the narrative and simply love something like you used to.

Supported by UNSW Sydney.

This episode was recorded live at the 2023 Sydney Writers’ Festival.  

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