Turia Pitt on determination, defying expectations and taking up space

09/13/23 • 41 min

A Podcast of One's Own with Julia Gillard

Turia Pitt is the epitome of determination and grit.

She’s been defying expectations ever since she was caught in a grassfire at 24, suffering burns to 65% of her body.

Surviving against overwhelming odds, she’s rebuilt her life and is now a business owner, writer, motivational speaker and Mum.

Julia and Turia discuss the day that changed her life forever, how she forged a new path for herself and the gender inequality that persists in Australia.

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Turia Pitt is the epitome of determination and grit.

She’s been defying expectations ever since she was caught in a grassfire at 24, suffering burns to 65% of her body.

Surviving against overwhelming odds, she’s rebuilt her life and is now a business owner, writer, motivational speaker and Mum.

Julia and Turia discuss the day that changed her life forever, how she forged a new path for herself and the gender inequality that persists in Australia.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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