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The Gyaan Project

The Gyaan Project

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 The Gyaan Project (formerly Audiogyan) is a podcast exploring creative wisdom. Since 2016, it has chronicled ideas, philosophies, and stories of Indian luminaries—bridging the past with the present to inspire the future.

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  • Ep. 311 - Why everyone is both student and teacher with Arunaraje Patil

    Ep. 311 - Why everyone is both student and teacher with Arunaraje Patil
    Jun 18 2025

    Summary

    Veteran filmmaker Arunaraje discusses learning as a lifelong journey where everyone is both student and teacher. She emphasizes staying open to new perspectives, the power of unlearning rigid beliefs, and cinema's educational impact. Key insights include the importance of questioning everything, distinguishing between knowledge and wisdom, filmmaker responsibility in shaping society, and the need for film appreciation in schools to enrich young minds.



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    44 mins
  • Ep. 310: Human-Centered Design for Complex Systems - Vivek Kant

    Ep. 310: Human-Centered Design for Complex Systems - Vivek Kant
    Jun 4 2025
    In this eye-opening conversation, Vivek Kant shares insights from his interdisciplinary journey spanning electrical engineering, cognitive science, and human-centered design. He explores the critical intersection of humans and technology in complex systems, emphasizing the need for designers who can balance technical requirements with human capabilities. Perfect for young Indian designers seeking to expand beyond conventional design thinking, this episode offers practical wisdom on applying human-centered approaches to sectors like defense, government services, and infrastructure where thoughtful design can prevent accidents and improve lives.People MentionedRichard Buchanan - Design theorist who developed the concept of "orders of design"James Riesel (James Reason) - Psychologist who developed the "Swiss cheese model" of accident causationChristian von Ehrenfeld (Christian von Ehrenfels) - Austrian philosopher who conceptualized Gestalt qualitiesRam Mykala - Heads the musculoskeletal disorders lab at the National Safety Council in the USReference Links for Further ReadingConfederation of Indian Industry (CII) National Design Innovation Committee - Hosts Vivek's policy report on human-centered design in Indian defenseHuman Systems Integration in Defense - Concept of integrating human factors into defense systemsSwiss Cheese Model - Accident causation model referenced in the discussionHuman Factors and Ergonomics - Professional field discussed as essential for complex systemsCognitive Systems Engineering - Discipline that focuses on human cognition in complex work environmentsOrders of Design - Richard Buchanan's concept mentioned in the conversationDesign for Defense - Resources related to design in defense sectorGestalt Principles - Philosophy discussed regarding how humans perceive whole patternsJoin the new journeyYouTube Channel – Join 4K+ subscribers. 🎥TGP SamaChar – A newsletter with 4 curated finds across episodes.Instagram – Stay updated with episode updates and moreLinkedIn Page - A new dedicated page for TGPWhatsApp Channel – One-way episode updates for now. With your support, it could soon become a vibrant community.Recommend a guest - Have someone in mind who would be a great fit for The Gyaan Project? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.thegyaanproject.com
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    1 hr and 19 mins
  • Ep. 309 How History shapes what we learn | Vinay Lal on Indian Education

    Ep. 309 How History shapes what we learn | Vinay Lal on Indian Education
    May 21 2025

    In this episode, historian Vinay Lal challenges our conventional ideas of learning—moving beyond schooling, exams, and rote memorization. He explores how history, politics, memory, and media shape what we learn and why. If you're a student, parent, educator, or simply someone questioning the purpose of education today, this conversation offers a refreshing and thought-provoking lens on how to truly learn, unlearn, and grow.



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    46 mins
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