As discussion rages about how the war in the Middle East will impact our fuel supplies, in this edition of The Conversation Hour we ask the question just how well placed is our public transport system equipped to deal with a demand surge in Victoria.

Also in this edition, a new study looks at reducing the risk of birth trauma, plus we bring you all the latest from the Oscars.

What could the fuel crisis mean for tradies

Expect engaging discussions with real people and inspiring stories connecting communities across Victoria, on The Conversation Hour with Richelle Hunt and Jonathon Kendall.