Tim Baker
Award-winning author, magazine editor, and journalist specializing in surfing culture. Author of "Patting the Shark," a memoir about his experience with prostate cancer.
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Jan 22, 2025 • 54min
How surfing writer Tim Baker and doctor Peter Goldsworthy learnt to live well and laugh with cancer
Tim Baker and Peter Goldsworthy share their unique experiences with cancer in a candid conversation. Baker, an award-winning surfing author, reflects on taking control post-diagnosis, while Goldsworthy, a GP and poet, discusses the transformative power of storytelling in his journey. They explore the challenges of cancer treatment, the importance of empathy in healthcare, and how humor fosters resilience. Their heartfelt insights shed light on family dynamics and the necessity for meaningful dialogue about illness.
Oct 9, 2024 • 53min
Prostate cancer, testosterone and Tim Baker's masculinity
Tim Baker, a surf writer and author of "Patting the Shark," shares his battle with Stage 4 prostate cancer. He candidly discusses how hormone therapy reshaped his identity and masculinity. Tim reflects on his nostalgic surfing memories and the emotional weight of his diagnosis, revealing how it affects his relationships, particularly with his children. He also explores the stigma around prostate cancer and the therapeutic role of surfing in coping with his journey, blending humor with poignant insights on resilience.
