Historian Jennifer Regan-Lefebvre explores the colonial legacy of wine her book, Imperial Wine: How the British Empire Made Wine's New World.This interview first aired in January 2023.

Curt Beech, an Emmy-nominated production designer known for his work on Only Murders in the Building, dives into the fascinating history behind the Belnord apartment building that inspired the show's fictional Arconia. He discusses how architectural design influences character development and audience connection, showcasing how unique interiors enhance storytelling. Beech also shares insights on the creative process of crafting character spaces and the pivotal role of visual elements in shaping narratives, highlighting the synergy between design and storytelling.

Dr Daniel Reynolds, senior lecturer in Byzantine history from the University of Birmingham, explores why tourists are so obsessed with Ancient Greece and Rome and what the implications are for other heritage sites.This interview first aired in June 2024.This interview first aired in June 2024.

Colin Bisset explores the design history and architectural power of the tower.

Food writer Bee Wilson reflects on how cooking helped her manage grief, loss and dislocation after her marriage broke down, and what she learned from the experience.This interview first aired in January 2024.

Architect and author Joseph Clarke explores the evolving relationship between architecture and acoustics in his book Echo’s Chambers: Architecture and The Idea of Acoustic Space.This Interview first aired in October 2022.

For many, the word wilderness conjures up images of pristine, wild landscapes untouched by humans.But increasingly, the term is being recast. Professor Michael-Shawn Fletcher discusses the origins of wilderness and why it needs a rethink.This interview first aired in July 2023.

Den Barber is a Wiradjuri man who runs the Indigenous cultural consultancy Yarrabin Cultural Connections and is the founding director of Koori Country Firesticks Aboriginal Corporation. He shares his experiences in fire management from elders past and present and reflects on how this can inform the protection of our towns and cities into the future.This interview first aired in January 2022.

Gamilaraay man and former ABC Top 5 Arts residential scholar Beau de Belle visits the house of his mentor and friend, the revered architect Richard Leplastrier.This interview first aired in May 2021.

Ross Dobson is a former recipe tester and food writer who has delved into the archives to uncover some of the forgotten recipes of the past in his book 'The Lost Recipes'.