[Watch] Bob Carr: Bring Back Yesterday
Watch Former Minister for Foreign Affairs Bob Carr take the stage to discuss the state of Australian politics, global affairs and his new book Bring Back Yesterday, a moving reflection on the loss of his wife, with The Fifth Estate host, Sally Warhaft.
Hailed as ‘a memoir of raw and extraordinary power’ by journalist David Marr, Bring Back Yesterday tells the story of Bob Carr’s 50-year partnership with his beloved wife Helena and how he coped after her unexpected passing in 2023.
In this unflinching account of one of his darkest periods, Carr offers profound insights into grief while uncovering moments of unexpected beauty, resilience and defiant hope. Both raw and compelling, it is a deeply resonant work – and, above all, a love story.
Carr shares the wisdom forged through unspeakable loss and to reflect on the state of Australia – and the world – during these troubled times.
Originally presented on 11 of March 2026 by The Wheeler Centre.