The Scholars Podcast - Conversations with Inspiring Leaders
Hosted by Media & Capital Partners' Justin Kelly, The Scholars Podcast features scholars from the General Sir John Monash Foundation. Justin interviews the best, brightest, boldest and bravest across all fields of academia, business, science, humanities, and the arts. The John Monash Scholarships are amongst the most important postgraduate scholarships currently available. They are awarded to outstanding Australians whose leadership, talent and vision across all sectors will have an enduring impact on our future.
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- Update frequency
- every 16 days
- Average duration
- 30 minutes
- Episodes
- 87
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2024
Solving the Energy Equation - Mathematics in Motion: CBA Scholar Alexander Makarowsky's Vision for a Brighter Tomorrow"
Alex has a Bachelor of Telecommunications Engineering (Honours) from the University of Adelaide, where he studied as a Charles Hawker Memorial Scholar. With his John Monash Scholarship, he completed …
00:30:30 |
Wed 06 Dec 2023
Unlocking the Mysteries of the Brain: A Conversation with Prof. Justin Moore, Neurosurgery Pioneer
Justin Moore earned his B.Med.Sci and Medical degrees at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, supported by a faculty scholarship, achieving top-tier honors in both disciplines. Additionally, he…
00:27:54 |
Wed 15 Nov 2023
2024 John Monash Scholars: Trailblazing Australians Pursuing Excellence, Leadership, and Global Impact: An Interview with Foundation CEO Paul Ramadge
In its 20th year of selecting scholars, the John Monash Foundation has announced sixteen outstanding Australians who will embark on an exciting journey of education and leadership overseas. These sch…
00:32:36 |
Tue 31 Oct 2023
Meet Creative Technologist Jessie Hughes: Pioneering Digital Innovation for Positive Impact
Jessie Hughes is an internationally-recognised Australian new media artist, technologist and screenwriter, her works having exhibited most notably at Sundance Film Festival, SXSW, Cannes and the Tate…
00:29:51 |
Mon 16 Oct 2023
Leading Change and Shaping Victoria's Future: A Conversation with Jim Round, CEO of VicReturn, Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme
Jim has recently been appointed as CEO at VicReturn, which is Victoria's Container Deposit Scheme. Prior to this Jim held notable leadership positions such as the Chief of Planning and Governance for…
00:28:43 |
Thu 28 Sep 2023
Language, Law, Human Rights and Justice: A conversation with Associate Professor Jacqueline Mowbray
Jacqui completed her PhD at the University of Cambridge in 2008 and returned to Australia. She is now an Associate Professor at the University of Sydney law school and also the external legal adviser…
00:30:53 |
Tue 19 Sep 2023
Behind the Reflection: Decoding Body Image and Self-Perception with A/Prof Gemma Sharp
A/Prof Gemma Sharp is a 2007 General Sir John Monash Scholar. Her scholarship allowed her to complete a MSc in the Department of Oncology at Cambridge University. her field of expertise is body image…
00:21:51 |
Wed 23 Aug 2023
The Quantum Leap: Bridging Science and Industry with Dr. Thomas Hanna
Thomas holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Sydney and a Bachelor of Science with First Class Honours in Physics from ANU. He used his John Monash Scholarship to study for a DPhi…
00:27:01 |
Tue 15 Aug 2023
Empowering the Future: Unleashing Energy & Education with Nicholas Maurer
Nicholas is a graduate physicist and engineer, receiving first-class honours and a University Medal for his studies at the University of Queensland. He is passionate about energy and education and as…
00:24:02 |
Fri 28 Jul 2023
Exploring the Power of Vegetation: Unveiling Nature's Impact on the Water Balance with Dr. Sally Thompson
Sally completed her PhD in Environmental Science at Duke University (North Carolina, USA) in 2010, studying the how changes in the pattern of vegetation growth on landscapes predicts changes to ecosy…
00:27:49 |
Thu 13 Jul 2023
Breaking the Silence: Empowering Lives and Changing Habits with Chris Raine, the Mental Health and Addiction Champion
Chris is a mental health and addiction social entrepreneur. He was the Founder and CEO of Hello Sunday Morning, a non-profit that supports one of the largest communities in the world of people lookin…
00:23:30 |
Mon 03 Jul 2023
Lessons on the law with 2023 John Monash Scholars: Abi Rajkumar, Bridget Dunne and Karri Walker
In this episode, Justin talks with three 2023 John Monash Foundation scholars. Abi Rajkumar is a Crown Prosecutor in the Northern Territory who believes the law should be used to change lives for the…
00:32:50 |
Mon 19 Jun 2023
Dr Yolanda Klempfner AO reflects on the 20th anniversary of the General Sir John Monash Foundation Scholarship
Dr Yolanda Klempfner AO has long had a passion for education and learning. For the last 20 years, she has been instrumental in assisting and guiding the General Sir John Monash Foundation - a scholar…
00:24:42 |
Thu 25 May 2023
Lessons on Leadership with May Samali and Jillian Kilby
Jillian Kilby and May Samali are celebrated scholars of the General Sir John Monash Foundation. Both have carved out incredible careers after studying in Australia and the United States.
May Samali i…
00:48:13 |
Wed 26 Apr 2023
From school teacher to state politician - the life of Iwan Walters
Iwan Walters is a 2012 John Monash Scholar and the Foundation's first elected politician. He returned to Australia in late 2015 after completing an MPhil in Economic and Social History at the Univers…
00:34:46 |
Fri 14 Apr 2023
What it's like to climb Mt Everest with Dr Nikki Bart
In this episode, Justin speaks with 2010 John Monash Scholar, Dr Nikki Bart about her work as a cardiologist and her adventures as a professional mountaineer.
Nikki Bart is a world record holder for…
00:29:30 |
Wed 22 Mar 2023
Why systems theory could enhance Australian healthcare with Dr Isabel Hanson
In this episode, Justin speaks with Dr Isabel Hanson, 2022 BHP John Monash Scholar about studying at University of Oxford, her experience as a General Practitioner and her work in healthcare policy.
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00:29:09 |
Tue 14 Mar 2023
Life with endometriosis with Jess Coldrey and Dr Amy McLennan
In this 50th episode special, Justin is joined by two scholars, Jess Coldrey and Dr Amy McLennan to talk about living with endometriosis and the work they are doing as academics to spread awareness a…
00:32:25 |
Tue 28 Feb 2023
Making neuroscience more ecological with Lauren Bennett
In this episode, Justin speaks with Lauren Bennett, 2021 Judith Neilson Foundation ‘Sustainable Futures’ John Monash Scholar about her work in neuroscience at the College of London.
Lauren has a Bac…
00:28:09 |
Fri 10 Feb 2023
Playing for the Wallabies with Tomas Robertson
In this episode, Justin speaks with 2023 Tim Fischer John Monash Scholar and professional rugby union player, Tomas Robertson.
Tom has a decorated career as a rugby player having been capped for Aus…
00:30:07 |
Fri 20 Jan 2023
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