Unexpected Passions

We all know Jonathan Franzen is a twitcher. But did you know Tom Hanks likes to collect 1940s typewriters? Or that Johnny Depp likes to play with dolls?

Sadly, Tom and the two Johnnies couldn’t join us, but Sam Pang has persuaded some almost as familiar faces to reveal their unlikely obsessions. In the first of these monthly events, writer–comedian Kate Langbroek shares her love of op shops and Adam Zwar (creator–star of Wilfred and Lowdown) confesses he’s cuckoo for cats.

Presenters

Sam Pang

Sam Pang is a writer, presenter and broadcaster. His television credits include the hugely popular Santo, Sam and Ed’s Cup Fever and SBS’s coverage of The Eurovision Song Contest.

Adam Zwar

Adam Zwar is best known for co-creating the award-winning comedy series Lowdown and Wilfred.

Kate Langbroek

Kate has become one of Australia’s most influential media personalities. Her career has spanned popular prime-time TV shows, top-rating breakfast radio, acting, as well as a host of writing credits.