In this insightful episode of the #Oddcast Show, we welcome Professor Ramnath Narayanswami. He is a former professor at IIM Bangalore and Flame University. With over three decades of teaching experience, Professor Narayanswamy shares his profound perspectives on education, spirituality, and the essence of life. Through thought-provoking stories and teachings from Sanatana #Dharma, Swami #Vivekananda, and other great masters, we explore the significance of the Gurukul system, the role of a guru, and the importance of understanding dharma, karma, and moksha. Discover how education extends beyond academia, delving deep into inner and outer management, and why cultivating emotional, spiritual, and cultural intelligence is crucial for navigating life's challenges. And don't forget to subscribe to the channel to stay updated on new episodes. 0:00 The beginning... 05:19 What is education? 15:30 The Abrahamic traditions 22:21 Learning versus Education? 26:41 Navigating life... are we equipped for it? 27:48 Spirituality in Management - Is it working? 34:35 The masters of India 39:10 Seeking answers in various scriptures 42:30 Education systems - Why don't we go back to Gurukul? 45:49 What was taught in Gurukuls? 46:18 The Six Types of Intelligence 54:51 The power of Namaste 58:29 Formal degree or self-learning? 59:44 Finding your guru: Don't convince... persuade 01:01:43 What is Spirituality? 01:03:22 How can one find a spiritual guru? 01:05:03 Degree or no degree for students?

On this episode of the #OddCast Show, we host champion shooter couple Heena Sidhu and Ronak Pandit. Heena is India's first female shooter to achieve a global rank of number one, and her coach Ronak Pundit, who is also her husband and the coach of the Indian shooting team delve into the challenges and realities of making a career in sports in India. They lay out clear path in academics to the nebulous journey an athlete must navigate. Through their personal stories and observations, they criticise the Indian education system's obsession with academics at the expense of sports, emphasising the lack of infrastructure, guidance, and support for budding athletes. They highlight the necessity for an ecosystem that integrates sports and academics, providing clear pathways, support, and eventual careers for athletes, while also touching upon issues like societal pressure, mental health, and the critical role of proper coaching and governance in sports. Don't miss this. 00:00 Let's go! 00:36 A Deep Dive into Sports Careers 01:02 The Pathway to Becoming an Athlete: Insights and Challenges 06:52 Personal Journey into the World of Shooting Sports 11:27 The Harsh Reality of Sports Careers and Education in India 15:58 Redefining Education and Sports: A Vision for the Future 24:22 Emotional Resilience and Mental Health in Sports 30:53 The Critical Need for a Supportive Ecosystem in Sports 33:29 The Harsh Reality of Sports Careers 34:54 Transitioning from Athlete to Coach: Success Stories 35:24 The Importance of Education for Athletes 37:46 The Challenge of Perseverance in Sports 41:16 The Critical Role of Coaches in Athlete Development 42:35 Addressing Burnout and the Importance of Balance 58:11 Navigating Controversies as an Athlete 01:02:41 Creating a Pathway for Success in Sports

This episode of the Oddcast show features an insightful interview with Dr. Bhushan Shukla, a renowned child psychiatrist from Pune. The discussion delves into the complex topics of mourning, grief, depression, the over-diagnosis and misunderstanding of mental health conditions, and the impact of technology and societal changes on mental health. Through personal experiences of mourning, we seek Dr. Shukla's expertise on the matter, exploring the nuances that differentiate normal emotional responses from clinical depression. But we go beyond grief and depression. A riveting conversation on the legal and ethical considerations in mental health treatment, the effects of drugs on young people, and practical advice for individuals dealing with grief or considering seeking mental health support ensues. 0:00 Let's begin 2:52 Mourning vs. Depression 6:08 Is going to a therapist a fad? 8:36 How would you define depression? 10:30 Should mental help centres be open 24x7? 16:11 Mobile phones are like guns with live bullets 19:52 COVID helped some families to get back some quality of life 23:18 What’s the actual difference between psychiatrist and psychologist? 26:37 How do you select which professional to seek help from? 29:10 Preserve our family system 30:00 The current generation has it particularly difficult 35:53 Impact of educational pressures on today’s children 49:34 Should we legalise drugs like Cannabis? 51:34 Legalisation of drugs is the future