In 2016, a landmark documentary hit our screens. ‘Revolution School’ showcased struggling school Kambrya College and its unique, deep relationship with the Melbourne Graduate School of Education. Listen to former Principal Michael Muscat and current teacher Grace Wong in conversation with Maxine McKew on what worked, the changes in Kambrya College, NAPLAN results and why teachers, principals and students need continual learning in their lives.

Innovation in China, the need for smart water pipes and why we should do away with Year 12 exams – listen to a lively discussion on the future for scientists with former Chief Scientist and Kernot Professor of Engineering Robin Batterham and CSIRO Director of Science Manufacturing, Dr Cathy Foley.

At a time when political discourse is arguably more polarised than ever, what can we learn from the past? And what might the policy makers of the future learn from us?

Hear Professor Gillian Triggs, former President of the Human Rights Commission in conversation with the Right Honourable John Brumby, former Premier of Victoria.

Is entrepreneurship something that can be taught? Hear Melbourne alumna, entrepreneur and Shark, Naomi Simson in conversation with up-and-coming furniture designer Ivan Lim on how success comes with the ability to balance instinct with evidence.

What does the rise of technology mean for the future of agriculture in Australia and for our vineyards in particular? Listen to Dr Sigfredo Fuentes, an academic who is at the cutting edge of research into drones and apps to create ‘smart farms’ in conversation with a fifth-generation wine maker, Hayley Purbrick of award winning Tahbilk wines.

Can you see a future where your DNA details will sit on a bankcard and carried in your wallet? Professors Doug Hilton and Ingrid Winship can. Listen to a discussion about genomic medicine and how the next generation of doctors will personalise your treatment.

With just under 55 years of experience between them, 50 of which belong to one, alumnus Leigh Clifford AO, Chair of Qantas and Kerry Halpuka of IBM discuss the limitless opportunities for the future of engineering.

Listen to leading Australian visual artist, Melbourne alumna and Professor Sally Smart talk about what it means to be an artist in a changing world, the politics of cutting and how art can collaborate with high end fashion.

Lawyers who balance history and innovation by The University of Melbourne