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Dr Chris Kutarna debate: humanity is on the right track

Watch an absorbing debate in four rounds, presented by Dr Chris Kutarna in State Library Victoria's Corporate Speakers series.

21 Mar 2019 Duration: 54:48

Stefan Schutt on the Lewis & Skinner signwriting archive

Hear Dr Stefan Schutt, a previous Library fellow, uncover the story behind many of Melbourne's fascinating ghost signs.

25 Feb 2016 Duration: 22:13

Tim Costello on our patch – is Victoria different?

Former Victorian of the Year and CEO of World Vision, Tim Costello discusses what makes Victoria different.

24 Feb 2015 Duration: 51:31

Sounds of the Bengal Renaissance: The music of Raja Sourindro Mohan Tagore

Enjoy a performance from the songbook of S M Tagore, performed by an ensemble of renowned Indian and Western musicians.

29 Nov 2014 Duration: 01:12:42

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