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Dr. Shalley Gupta on Maths, Learning, Teaching, Life & Music | The Socialens Talks
A thoughtful conversation with Dr. Shalley Gupta about her journey with Mathematics, overcoming Maths fear, the role of teachers in building students’ interest, logical thinking, learning, self-love, friendship and her lifelong connection with music.
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The Socialens Talks is built around original host-and-guest conversations with people from different fields, communities and experiences. Each episode gives guests an opportunity to share their journey, work, challenges, ideas and perspectives in their own voice.
Conversations are hosted by Ashish Baniwal or Soumya Baniwal and are shaped around the guest’s experiences and the subject being discussed. Guests may include entrepreneurs, educators, artists, performers, creators, media professionals, social contributors and people with unique personal journeys.
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1. Youth, Education & Career
Explore conversations on education, career choices, student life and the challenges young people face while building their future. Hear real experiences and perspectives that can help students and young professionals make informed decisions.
EP 21 | Maths, Learning & Teaching: Dr. Shalley Gupta
A thoughtful conversation with Dr. Shalley Gupta about her journey with Mathematics, overcoming Maths fear, the role of teachers in building students’ interest, logical thinking, learning, self-love, friendship and her lifelong connection with music.
EP 18 | Education, Student Life & Career Reality: Prof. H. C. Purohit
Prof. H. C. Purohit discusses education, student life, career choices and the pressures young people experience. The conversation explores learning from failure, self-confidence, adaptability and approaching setbacks as opportunities for learning.
2. Business & Entrepreneurship
Discover conversations with entrepreneurs and professionals about business journeys, leadership, growth, motivation and the realities of building a successful career or venture.
EP 17 | Tradition, Quality & Business Growth: Pardeep Gupta’s Journey
Pardeep Gupta discusses business growth, product quality, customer service and building a strong identity in a competitive market. He also shares his thoughts on family, employees, responsibility and creating a business that serves both customers and the community.
EP 14 | Choosing Better Toys: Sahil on Play, Learning & Parenting
Sahil shares insights from the toy business about choosing toys for children, educational and creative play, screen time and the role of parents. The conversation explores why children need opportunities to enjoy, explore and learn through play.
3. Art, Music, Dance & Acting
Explore conversations about art, music, dance, acting and creative journeys, including the challenges, experiences and stories behind the creative world.
EP 13 | Dance, Music & Acting: Ankit Kumar’s Creative Journey
Ankit Kumar talks about his journey through dance and music, the importance of a strong song for a dance performance, and his aspirations to take Uttarakhand’s creative work to a wider audience. He also discusses his interest in acting and future projects.
EP 8 | Acting, Rejection & First Earnings: Arjun & Anamika’s Journey
Arjun and Anamika talk about their experiences as young actors, early projects, rejection and financial realities in the entertainment industry. They also discuss family support, their first project payments and their aspirations across Bollywood and OTT.
EP 6 | Acting, Stage Life & Women’s Safety: Soniya Sharma’s Journey
Soniya Sharma talks about acting as her passion, her experience as a performer, television work and balancing her creative journey with studies. She also discusses the challenges of managing a cultural team and ensuring safety and trust for women performers.
EP 4 | Dance, Struggle & Humor: Prince Divas Dabral’s Creative Journey
Prince Divas Dabral discusses his journey in dance, the challenges of pursuing a creative career, and the role of humor in his personality. The conversation also explores stress, social situations, festivals and his openness to trying stand-up comedy.
EP 3 | From Class 11 to the Camera: Anshul Negi’s Acting & Dance Journey
Anshul Negi shares how his creative journey began in 2021 while he was in Class 11. He talks about his interest in acting, dancing and Garhwali songs, his early projects, and his aspirations as a performer from Uttarakhand.
EP 2 | From Dance to Singing: Sunny Dayal’s Musical Journey
Sunny Dayal talks about his journey from dance to singing, his connection with Uttarakhand’s musical culture, and the meaning behind his regional songs. He also discusses musical influences, social media, staying grounded, and the challenges of building recognition from a small region.
EP 1 | From Army Dreams to Dance & Music: Amit Nautiyal’s Creative Journey
Amit Nautiyal shares how he moved from a defence-oriented family background to pursuing dance and music. He talks about his journey into music production, the connection between dance and music, his interest in older music, and the pressure young people can face when family expectations shape career choices.
4. Media & Digital Life
Explore conversations about journalism, media, content creation, social media, digital culture and the changing ways people communicate and share ideas.
EP 11 | From Crime Journalism to Social Impact: Priya Gulati’s Journey
Priya Gulati shares her journey from crime journalism to consulting and social work. She discusses challenges faced by women, the impact of COVID-19, supporting women through entrepreneurship and how the Tejaswini initiative developed from community needs.
5. Society & Human Values
Listen to conversations exploring relationships, women, social issues, community work, human values and the experiences that shape the way we understand society.
EP 22 | What Long Legal Battles Teach Us About Life, Family & Moving Forward | Sahil Thareja
Sahil Thareja shares his experiences of failure, starting again, family, fatherhood and prolonged legal challenges, along with reflections on life decisions, responsibility and moving forward through difficult times.
EP 20 | Women, Values & Responsibility: Ira H. Mathpal on Building a Better Society
Ira H. Mathpal discusses women’s confidence, respect, safety, parenting and the importance of values in everyday life. She shares her perspective on how respect taught at home can influence relationships, families and society.
EP 10 | Poetry, Writing & Social Media: Kuldeep Singh Dharwal
Kuldeep Singh Dharwal talks about poetry, writing, social media and the relationship between a creator and the audience. He shares his perspective on recognition, criticism, originality and staying focused on the work rather than applause.
EP 7 | Identity, Acceptance & Entrepreneurship: Aditi Sharma’s Story
Aditi Sharma shares her experiences around identity, social acceptance, family support and building an independent life. She also talks about her initiative Nivala Pyaar Ka and her message about accepting and supporting transgender children and families.
6. Environment & Uttarakhand
Discover conversations about the environment, climate and Uttarakhand, including perspectives on local challenges, sustainability and the relationship between communities and their surroundings.
EP 19 | Rivers, Forests & Heritage: Vijay Bhatt on Dehradun’s Environment
Vijay Bhatt reflects on the changing environment of Dehradun, including rivers, groundwater, forests, waste and urban development. He also discusses the importance of preserving the character of historic places and protecting the natural and cultural heritage of the region.
7. Life, Mindset & Spirituality
Explore personal journeys and conversations about mindset, spirituality, life experiences, fame, happiness and the choices that shape our everyday lives.
EP 16 | Understanding the Mind: Rajiv Saxena on Memory, Meditation & Consciousness
In Part 2, Rajiv Saxena continues the discussion on the mind, memory and consciousness. He explains his perspective on how memories shape the mind and discusses spirituality, meditation, breath and the deeper questions around human awareness.
EP 15 | The Secrets of Breath: Rajiv Saxena on Mind, Body & Awareness
Rajiv Saxena introduces his book “Saansein Ke Rahasya Jo Chahe So Paaye” and discusses the relationship between breath, mind, body and awareness. The conversation explores his philosophical perspective on how breathing and the mind relate to human experience.
EP 12 | Spirituality, Respect & Social Responsibility: Chirag Tanwar
Chirag Tanwar discusses spirituality, respect, family values and the role of social media in everyday life. He also shares his thoughts on social awareness, personal responsibility and how young people can contribute positively to society.
EP 09 | Pranks, Trust, Money & Lessons from Experience: Luchacha Veer Part 2
In Part 2, Luchacha Veer talks about pranks, trust, money, teamwork and the experiences that shaped his approach to content creation. He also shares a direct message for young creators about thinking carefully about their work and decisions.
EP 5 | Village Life, Pranks & Success: Luchacha Veer’s Creator Journey
Luchacha Veer talks about village life, his journey as a content creator, pranks, money and staying grounded despite growing popularity. He also shares his experiences, challenges and perspective on building a life around content creation.
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