Who has not, at some stage, craved a simpler life? It may be a tree change, a sea change, a slower way of living, growing your own food, becoming more connected to community, and less connected to technology and social media. Many of us lead busy lives in big cities surrounded by stuff, under pressure, cut off from nature. How do we strip back our lives, smell the roses, walk amongst the trees, embrace frugality and simplicity? Is this what we want anyway? Paul Barclay speaks to a panel of guests.

Recorded at the Byron Bay Writers festival 5 August, 2017

GUESTS:

David Haskell - professor of biology and environmental studies, University of the South; author.

Magdalena Roze - award-winning television presenter; meteorologist; host of food podcast; author.

Emrys Westacott - professor philosophy, Alfred University, New York; author..