The Art and Challenges of Writing

Welcome to the third series of sparkling conversations with vintage minds. We're honoured to be speaking to Sir Michael Palin – a cultural icon, national treasure, and knighted in 2019 for his contributions to culture and travel. Known for his journeys on the BBC and Channel 5’s “Palin’s Travels,” he embodies courteous curiosity and quintessential English charm. Yet, his observations often come from left field, reflecting the anarchy of his Monty Python days with unforgettable sketches and groundbreaking films like "Monty Python's Life of Brian." He sat down with Catherine Fairweather at Auriens to reflect on the anarchy of his Monty Python days, his journeys covering 99 countries over three decades and to discuss his own Third Act.