LNL Summer: Robert Dessaix's life reflections

from Late Night Live - Separate stories podcast · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Writer Robert Dessaix, now based in Hobart, was named Thomas Robert Jones by his adoptive parents. His name change to Dessaix, to reflect his French family heritage, is just one of many shifts Robert has made through his long life, around sexuality, friendships, appreciating art and travel, and facing the end of life. Guest: Robert Dessaix, author of 'Chameleon' (Text)Previous books include: 'A mother's disgrace', 'Corfu' and 'Arabesques'Producers: Ann Arnold/David MarrOriginally broadcast March 6, 2025

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