In Episode 20 of G'Day Mate with Evan and Tom, the hosts dive into the seismic shift reshaping higher education. As automation and AI redefine how we work, the once-standard path of earning a four-year college degree is losing its monopoly on career success. Evan and Tom explore how online learning platforms and non-degree credentials—bootcamps, micro-certifications, and specialized training—are surging in popularity. With enrollment trends pointing toward parity between traditional degrees and alternative education pathways in the U.S., this episode challenges long-held assumptions about the value of college and what it really takes to thrive in the future of work.