Whether on the page, or on stage, Bo brings intensity, humour, and radical optimism, inviting others to embrace the messy, strange, and transformative aspects of life.
For International Women’s Day, Bo brings her lived experience and hard-won insight to a conversation about resilience, creativity, and why women’s stories matter more than ever.
Bo Kitty is a Melbourne-based author, consultant, and cultural firestarter who has lived and worked in Darebin for more than 25 years. Her debut memoir, Always Eat the Weird Stuff, is a candid and hopeful exploration of identity, belonging, and the unconventional paths we take to heal and thrive. Set largely in Melbourne, the book combines personal narrative with sharp cultural commentary, offering readers both grit and optimism.
Content warning: This talk touches on themes of generational trauma, resilience, and recovery, and includes discussion of sensitive topics such as abuse, addiction, loss, and grief. Listener discretion is advised.
Image: Author Bo Kitty smiles while holding a copy of her book Always Eat the Weird Stuff and wearing a singlet promoting the book. Inset, the book cover of Always Eat the Weird Stuff features graphic style lips parted to show an eyeball.