The Wheeler Centre: Books, Writing, Ideas: Videos

How can we reconcile atrocities that have happened in our midst, and where do memory, truth and justice fit?

Friedman and Maxine McKew discuss the wane of US power, the new global labour market and "finding your extra".

Richard Gill explains how musical education can help children gain literacy and numeracy skills.

Anne Phelan, Lili Wilkinson and Michael Williams explore the writer's bleakness, humour, generosity and eccentricity.

Professor Timothy - aka TJ - Clark speaks to Antoni Jach about the mute image and why art is the "enemy of truth".

The comedian and radio presenter encourages us to embrace change; even if some holidays are better than others.

Victorian Premier Ted Baillieu announces the 21 titles that make up this year's award shortlist.

Author James Boyce reveals the forgotten founders of Melbourne, and ponders their impact on the present-day metropolis.

Join Ramona Koval as she explores the food flights of Frank Camorra, Elizabeth Chong and Stephanie Alexander.

Tony Birch joins Tony Wilson to talk about difference, conflict and reconciliation in Kate Grenville's celebrated novel.

With journalist Rafael Epstein, Chazan addresses the crisis and opportunity of the 'new Middle East'.

Journalism researcher Julie Posetti discusses the social transformation of the Fourth Estate.

Tim Costello AO describes our evolving nation as it faces challenges with diversity, population growth and refugees.

David and Margaret reflect on Elia Kazan's Hollywood blacklist era filmic allegory of conflict, coercion and betrayal.

Sarah Maddison explores Australia's guilt over its brutal past and the transformative opportunity it offers.