People of VU

Mar 22, 2026 • 44 minutes

Episode 54: Episode 54: Prof. Adam Shoemaker with Prof. Amin Saikal AM, FASSA

Professor Amin Saikal AM, FASSA is one of Australia’s most respected voices in global affairs, and he generously shared his incredible story with us on the latest episode of the People of VU podcast.

Jan 8, 2026 • 28 minutes

Episode 53: Episode 53: Professor Adam Shoemaker with Ashwin Damera

Adam and Ashwin talk about the transformative power of equity in education.

Nov 19, 2025 • 30 minutes

Episode 52: Episode 52: Professor Adam Shoemaker with Dr Roshani Jayawardana

Discover how youth-led radio empowers identity and belonging. Professor Adam Shoemaker speaks with Dr Roshani Jayawardana on creative research, community voice, and exploring identity narratives in Brimbank.

Sep 22, 2025 • 38 minutes

Episode 51: Episode 51: Professor Adam Shoemaker with Peter Laver AM FTSE

Jul 30, 2025 • 32 minutes

Episode 50: Episode 50: Prof. Adam Shoemaker with Jono Sinatra

We welcomed Jonathan Sinatra, an acclaimed dancer, educator and creative back to the Footscray campuses where his career first began.

Jul 30, 2025 • 28 minutes

Episode 49: Episode 49: Prof. Adam Shoemaker with Dr Ruwangi Fernando

Meet Dr Ruwangi Fernando - a proud VU alum, founder of STEM Sisters and VU’s new Executive-in-Residence.