Paola Totaro

is an Australian journalist based in London.

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News May 31, 2025

The neuroscientist taking on Elon Musk

EXCLUSIVE: Elon Musk’s former friend, polymath Philip Low, has committed $250 million to litigating tech bros over mail tampering and false advertising.

News July 02, 2016

What next after Brexit?

As the reality of Britain’s Brexit vote sinks in, racism and economic uncertainty are on the rise, amid wild speculation over what might happen next.

News June 29, 2024

Isaac Levido: The quiet Australian behind Rishi Sunak’s campaign

Isaac Levido has built a career helping conservative parties win unwinnable elections, but his latest task – keeping Rishi Sunak in Downing Street – looks beyond even him.

Culture December 12, 2015

Aaron Sorkin on writing Jobs

Family man and Hollywood screenwriter Aaron Sorkin made Steve Jobs’ daughter the crux of his forthcoming film about Apple’s co-founder.

News July 05, 2014

A character sketch of Rolf Harris

An encounter with Rolf Harris now leaves Paola Totaro wondering how we were fooled and how we can trust our instincts again.

Culture April 12, 2014

Wim Wenders and Mary Zournazi’s peace mission

Acclaimed filmmaker Wim Wenders and Australian philosopher Mary Zournazi have spent a decade exploring the visual and moral language for peace.