About the Guest Speaker Mr. R. Gopalakrishnan is a distinguished Indian businessman and author with a career spanning over five decades. He has held prominent positions such as Executive Director of Tata Sons Ltd and Vice Chairman of Hindustan Lever. Gopal has also served as Chairman of Unilever Arabia and Managing Director of Brooke Bond Lipton India. With a rich educational background that includes degrees in Physics from St. Xavier's College, Kolkata, and Electronics from IIT Kharagpur, as well as an Advanced Management Programme from Harvard Business School, Mr Gopalakrishnan has made significant contributions to the fields of management and corporate leadership. He is also an accomplished author, having penned several books on management and leadership, including "The Made-in-India Manager" and "Crash: Lessons from the Entry and Exit of CEOs". Gopal is currently engaged in instructional and inspirational speaking, mentoring startups, and serving as a Distinguished Professor at IIT Kharagpur. https://www.themindworks.me/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/r-gopalakrishnan-gopal-211222115/ About The Podcast This Podcast contains Episodes related to Career Guidance under the India Career Centre. This Podcast is dedicated to providing relevant information for students, professionals and parents about the different aspects of Career Planning, including the Careers of 2030 and beyond. We have a vast variety of subjects covered related to Education, Skill Development, Future Planning, Financial Planning, etc. It is an interview-based podcast and in every episode, we host experts from various fields to gain their knowledge and expertise.

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About the Guest Speaker: Dr. Amar Patnaik is a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha, representing Odisha. He has a distinguished background in public service, having served as a Principal Accountant General in various states, including Odisha, Sikkim, West Bengal, and Kerala. Before his parliamentary career, he was an officer in the Indian Audit and Accounts Service (IA&AS) and opted for voluntary retirement to join the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in 2018. Dr. Patnaik is also an academic and author, with a PhD in Institutional Economics. He has written extensively on issues related to economics, finance, technology, and the environment. He is a regular columnist in several leading newspapers and digital platforms. In addition to his legislative duties, Dr. Patnaik practices law and advises clients on privacy, data protection, technology, and corporate and government affairs. He is a member of various parliamentary committees, including the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance and the Parliamentary Consultative Committee on Forest, Environment, and Climate Change About The Podcast This Podcast contains Episodes related to Career Guidance under the India Career Centre. This Podcast is dedicated to providing relevant information for students, professionals and parents about the different aspects of Career Planning, including the Careers of 2030 and beyond. We have a vast variety of subjects covered related to Education, Skill Development, Future Planning, Financial Planning, etc. It is an interview-based podcast and in every episode, we host experts from various fields to gain their knowledge and expertise. Explore the past episodes here; YouTube: https://bit.ly/4j3g4xP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3BWIkBj Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3YR5fHp Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3VW5RJx Audible: https://bit.ly/4gwrnwz Support this channel with your contribution: https://www.instamojo.com/@spmishrais/ https://paypal.me/iccschool

Episode Overview: In this episode, we welcome Gauri Baksi, a self-taught theatre practitioner with over a decade of experience in creating impactful performances for diverse audiences. Gauri shares her journey in theatre, her passion for storytelling, and her innovative project, "Breaking the Glass Slipper," which aims to challenge conventional gender roles and promote inclusivity through the arts. Key Topics Discussed: Introduction to Gauri Baksi: - Background and experience in theatre. - Founder of Footlight Theater, a space for performance and storytelling. Theatre as a Tool for Change: - Gauri's approach to addressing societal norms, gender roles, and stereotypes through theatre. - The importance of creating safe spaces for children to express themselves. Breaking the Glass Slipper Project: - Overview of the project focused on gender fluidity and inclusivity. - Reimagining traditional fairy tales to empower children. - Extending the impact of the project beyond the stage into classrooms and curriculums. Personal Journey and Experiences: - Gauri shares her personal experiences with bullying and exclusion. - A touching story about working with a child with a rare disease and the impact of inclusivity in theatre. The Role of Performing Arts in Education: - How performing arts can transform learning spaces and foster critical thinking. - The need for a human touch in education to address mental health and well-being. Future Goals and Support Needed: - Plans for the project, including literature development, workshops, and a documentary film. - Call for support from publishers, schools, and organizations to help spread the message of inclusivity. Resources Mentioned: - Footlight Theater: https://www.linkedin.com/company/footlight-theatre/ https://www.instagram.com/the_footlight_theatre - Breaking the Glass Slipper Project: https://topmate.io/gauribakshi - Gauri Baksi's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bakshigauri/ Conclusion: Gauri emphasizes the importance of collective effort in driving change and creating inclusive environments for children. This episode serves as a reminder of the power of storytelling and the arts in shaping a more accepting society. Listen to the full episode for an inspiring conversation about theatre, inclusivity, and the transformative power of the arts! About The Podcast This Podcast contains Episodes related to Career Guidance under the India Career Centre. This Podcast is dedicated to providing relevant information for students, professionals and parents about the different aspects of Career Planning, including the Careers of 2030 and beyond. We have a vast variety of subjects covered related to Education, Skill Development, Future Planning, Financial Planning, etc. It is an interview-based podcast and in every episode, we host experts from various fields to gain their knowledge and expertise. Explore the past episodes here; YouTube: https://bit.ly/4j3g4xP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3BWIkBj Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3YR5fHp Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3VW5RJx Audible: https://bit.ly/4gwrnwz Support this channel with your contribution: https://www.instamojo.com/@spmishrais/ https://paypal.me/iccschool Episode with Anurag Sunarka: https://youtu.be/n41fbG1RKeM?si=GZmZZ2fY-2a5HmRL Episode with Ritesh Rajani: https://bit.ly/RiteshRajani