From a radical survivalist childhood to Cambridge- Tara Westover

Tara Westover grew up preparing for the End of Days in rural Idaho with radical survivalist Mormon parents. At 17, she decided to educate herself as a means of escape, and earned a PhD in Intellectual History and Political Thought from Cambridge. Her book Educated is an account of her childhood and education. Recorded at The Tabernacle in London in March 2018. 5x15 brings together five outstanding individuals to tell of their lives, passions and inspirations. There are only two rules - no scripts and only 15 minutes each. Learn more about 5x15 events: http://5x15stories.com Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/5x15stories Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5x15stories Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5x15stories