Tim Minchin on why he turned his back on being a comedian and gave up social media

It’s an unlikely bit of advice from someone who’s achieved global success as a multi-talented composer, lyricist, actor, writer, and comedian. But Tim Minchin wants you to know it’s ok not to have a dream.

The 49-year-old creator of the smash-hit musical ‘Matilda’ has been speaking to Krishnan Guru-Murthy for the podcast Ways to Change the World about turning his back on being a comedian and why he gave up social media.