Rosie Gailor

Rosie Gailor, a PhD researcher and Dahl scholar, dives deep into the complexities of Roald Dahl's life and work. She highlights the nostalgia and subversive tones in his beloved books, while exploring his traumatic background and wartime experiences. Rosie discusses Dahl's tumultuous marriage to Patricia Neal and the impact of family tragedies on his legacy. The conversation also addresses troubling patterns of misogyny, his controversial remarks, and the ongoing debate over edited editions of his works. Can we separate the art from the artist?