This lecture features an interview with Marcel Goldschmid, founder of the pedagogy and didactics department at EPFL, discussing his academic journey, teaching philosophy, and innovative approaches to education. Goldschmid emphasizes the importance of engaging students through interactive teaching methods, such as peer teaching, blended learning, and student involvement in research. He also highlights the significance of motivating and inspiring students to foster a lifelong passion for learning, especially in the rapidly evolving landscape of education and the need for continuous personal development.