"The whole of science is nothing more than the refinement of everyday thinking" ~ Albert Einstein

In this episode, I speak with Dr. K Ratna - Secretary of the Dr. KV Rao Scientific Society, Hyderabad - on her continuing efforts to empower students with a love for science.

The Society was formed in 2001 with a view to promoting and popularising science among students. It was formed in the memory of Late Dr. KV Rao who had retired as Superintending Chemist of Geological Survey of India.

The passion of Dr. KV Rao by taking part actively in promotion of young scientists has been instrumental in bringing about this Society to promote scientific temper by making learning of science experiential and thereby encourage school students and young scientists to pursue a career in science.

Happy listening!

Dr. KV Rao Scientific Society: Website

Happy New Year! I do hope 2022 turns out to be healthier, more successful and safer year for all of us.

At the start of the year, I speak to Smita Bharti - an incredible champion of human rights, a writer and director - about Creating Safe Spaces for ourselves and everyone around us. It is easier said than done.. and Smita with her team at Sakshi is hard at work! Know more about their efforts at https://sakshi.org.in. Join them, support them, donate what you can to help them prevent child sexual abuse, domestic violence and the exploitation of human rights.

Have a wonderful 12 months ahead. Happy listening!

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Donate to end Child Sexual Abuse

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Travelling and working to empower communities around the world has earned UN Diplomat Raja Karthikeya a treasure of experiences. Hear him speak about his own journey through education and his insights on the evolution of the socio-cultural ecosystem we live in.

From being a fly on the wall, silently observing the world around, to understanding the synchrony between the science of chemistry, the art of poetry and the journey of life... this wonderfully talented poet and storyteller - Rakesh Tiwari - has come a long way and has far to go! I pause him in between his incessant yet incredible rhyming and listen to him unravel the tales of his highs and lows, his influences and observations, and his everlasting love for life.

The episode is largely in Hindi with a smattering of English. Happy Listening!

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Book: Ummeedon ka Platform

Podcasts: Millenial Kavi | Qissa Sheheron Ka

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What happens when a seasoned news-person becomes an educator? Journalist-Author-Educator TS Sudhir talks about his mission to help and mentor students from all over the country and provide them with academic as well as emotional support. He talks about the evolution of society alongside the education infrastructure of the country, the impact of Covid-19 on the digital transformation of the country, the upcoming revamped National Education Policy and the need to connect students and teachers from across the country, despite societal or geographical limitations.

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Acclaimed Casting Director & ace storyteller Tess Joseph talks about her love for storytelling in its myriad forms, the stories of her past that have shaped her today and how empathy and resonance can bring the world closer. Happy listening!

RadioLab

The Actor’s Mind

Smartless

Slowdown

Kind World

10 Things That Scare Me

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A conversation with ace photographer - Bhushan Bagadia - about how being a dancer on stage led him to finding his place behind the camera! Listen to him talk about how he has lived his life by the mantra - "Go with the Flow" instead of attempting to predict and bend the future to our will - an exercise rooted in futility.

Shantanu Anand (Poet. V.P - Content & Community, Kommune; founder - Airplane Poetry Movement) talks about his ongoing romance with the world of poetry, spoken word and storytelling, his endeavour to make more and more people fall in love with the art form!

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Rabia Kapoor - The Introvert's Banter

Hussain Haidry - Hindustani Musalmaan

Rakesh Tiwari - Sau Hazaar Likhne Waale

George Watsky - Lucky (Ted Talk)

Rakesh Tiwari - Kissa Shehron Ka / Millenial Kavi

Rudy Francisco

Sarah Kay

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Sabika Abbas Naqvi - Bolti Aurat

Tess Joseph

Manisha Lakhe

Kommune

The idea of success, for me, has always been pursuing that which your heart truly desires, come what may. No matter what the hardship, no matter what challenges or struggles lie in my path. To be able to identify what interests you and pursue it with focus and discipline, is perhaps the secret to success or better yet, happiness. The joy is in the journey, not necessarily in the destination.

In this episode, I talk to the iconic Brian Tellis - Creative Consultant, Artist, RJ, Music Man, Traveller and overall Life Enthusiast - someone I deeply admire and have had the pleasure of being associated with for some years now. Listen to our conversation about his unconventional journey and how keeping his passions alive has made his life fulfilling and full of happiness.

Happy Listening!

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The study of History… from classes in school that left me yawning as a child, to an experience as an adult that leaves me curious with wide-eyed fascination. The more I observe the world around me - asking questions or pointing fingers based on identity - the more I feel we need to learn, at a young age, about our collective journey.

I talk to Museologist, Art Historian and Curator Deepthi Sashidharan about her continuous work in discovering the roots of our identities, traditions and culture, and her efforts in preserving the stories of our past for future generations. Listen to our conversation about how the teaching of History in schools, made immersive and relatable, can heal us better as a society and bring us together as a community.

Happy Listening!

Moda Goa Mueseum

Rezwan Razack's Museum of Indian Paper Money

Salarjung Museum

Centre for the Study of Culture and Society

BOOKS

Deepthi Sasidharan - Treasures of the Deccan

Ira Mukhoty -

Heroines: Powerful Indian Women of Myth and History

Daughters of the Sun

William Darlymple - City of Djinns

Alex von Tun

zelmann - Indian Summer: The Secret History of the End of an Empire

Manu Pillai -

False Allies

PODCASTS

Expert Hour with Sandeep & Gitanjali Maini Foundation

Museum of Lost Objects

A History of the World in 100 Objects

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