Late Night Live - Separate stories podcast Robert Dessaix's life reflections
Mar 6, 2025
Robert Dessaix, author of 'Chameleon' and a prominent voice on life reflections, shares insights from his rich experiences in Hobart. He discusses the evolving perspectives on aging, art, and the embrace of death as a part of happiness. The conversation also touches on his journey through atheism, identity, and the societal pressures surrounding marriage for gay men. With a humorous recounting of a memorable lunch date and thoughts on loneliness, Dessaix invites listeners into his world of creativity and personal growth.
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Changing Perspectives on Death
- Dessaix's perspective on death has shifted significantly with age.
- He now finds peace in accepting its finality, contrasting with earlier anxieties about what comes after.
Digression as a Writing Style
- David Marr points out Dessaix's digressive writing style, which meanders through various memories and thoughts.
- Dessaix embraces this style, comparing life to a playground of exploration rather than a linear journey.
Embracing Nobodiness
- Dessaix describes his life as "small" despite its colorfulness, embracing his "nobodiness".
- He uses foreign experiences and languages to embellish this sense of self, finding freedom in not being a celebrity.
