Hi, We explore a few more questions around schools in our lives. I was curious to know how life would be at school just after Corona. Mrs Manisha gives us a little peek into some possible changes after schools reopen. I asked her a few more interesting questions like why some teachers have favourite students. And what we could do if teachers are boring sometimes. She gives us some brilliant answers. Listen to know it all.. Thank you WEBSITE: https://www.littlemindchats.com/ LINKEDIN: www.linkedi...
Dec 05, 2020•20 min
Hello Hello! School is special for a lot of us as kids. We sometimes love going there and sometimes not so happy about it. But is it really necessary to go to school? Mrs Manisha Shashiraj Shetty, Vice Principal of Innisfree House School was happy to chat me through some of my questions like why school is important, why we wear uniforms and even chatted about the online classes…. It turned out to be such an interesting chat!. Please do listen! Thank you WEBSITE: https://www.littlemindchats.com/ ...
Nov 29, 2020•23 min
Hi, Here’s my fortnightly news episode. I’ve come across some very interesting news on the internet. Ofcourse, we start with some news on Covid. Good part is about the Vaccination by oxford university. We then hear a little about protests going in various parts of the world like the Thailand, Belarus and Hong kong. In environment news, we could see how a map of all bee species in the world has been created to track the decline in bee population. There’s also the sad news about plastic in our oce...
Nov 25, 2020•13 min
Hi, I’m feeling a bit too happy after my first time in a Radio show. I couldn’t stop myself from sharing my experience with you. Major part of my show today is my conversation with RJ Sriram Sullia from Fever FM 104. You might get a bit lost guessing if it’s a radio show or my podcast…. I’d request you to enjoy the electrifying voice of this RJ. Thanks for all the feedback I’ve been receiving. Thanks, WEBSITE: https://www.littlemindchats.com/ LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/little-mind-chats-podca...
Nov 21, 2020•22 min
Hi All, In today’s episode, my school Director Mrs Archana Vishwanathan explains to us, why we need to develop so many different skills as part of our education. She speaks to us about soft skills like socials skills like empathy, caring, sharing and technical skills which could be learnt on the go. How reading good books could change our character and then our behaviour. Being positive in our lives has a great impact on our life she explains… The ultimate goal like she mentions is to be future ...
Nov 15, 2020•20 min
Hello all, We start our news with the unmissable news of Joe Biden being elected as the President of the United states. We have a quick look at 3 other countries which have gone through their elections in the recent past – Tanzania, Georgia and Ivory Coast. We listen more about the exciting news of how AI is helping us detect asymptomatic covid-19 affected people being detected with just their cough. TO compliment this, a little scientist may have found a way to stop Covid-19… We move on to see ...
Nov 08, 2020•13 min
Hi, I hope you all had a good Halloween week. Today’s episode is exciting for 2 reasons…1st, it’s the first episode of my Season 3 and 2nd reason… its monthly competition results day!! Yoo hoo. In today’s episode, we speak to the highly qualified Dr Uday Balakrishnan who was involved in pulling children out of Child labour. His initiative was the largest across the world during that time. He explains to us, why education is that important and why we need to constantly learn and re-learn many thi...
Nov 01, 2020•22 min
Hi, I’ve tried my best to summarie all we’ve heard through out the Space Season, Season-2. There is so much more we discussed under the 4 space related topics we covered. The exciting part is the announcement of My Season-3, Education. For once, I’ve had the chance of questioning a few really nice teachers, who have nearly dedicated their lives to educating more and more children. I really hope you enjoy listening to this episode Thank you, Siyona WEBSITE: https://www.littlemindchats.com/ LINKED...
Oct 28, 2020•11 min
- Covid updates across the world - Lowest Carbon Dioxide emissions recorded - Coral disease being tackled by using its immunity - Prince Williams’ Earthshot Prize to encourage Achievements in Environment and restoration - Tuatara hypercar records 316mph speed - Exciting technology of Perovskites for future Solar power - Massive ancient cat drawing discovered in Peru. WEBSITE: https://www.littlemindchats.com/ LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/little-mind-chats-podcast-94711a1b6 TWITTER: https://twitt...
Oct 25, 2020•10 min
So, another episode with our favourite Dr Guruprasad. He speaks about lots of things which are light years away from our vast imagination. … like how 15 Storey high rocket, PSLV put 104 satellites into their orbits accurately! Imagine that (if You can)! And how you are hearing his golden words through the help of a nice, shady satellite somewhere up in the space. Well, there is definitely more to what he said and I’m not going to let it away! Because I want you to listen . I’m sure you’ll be ama...
Oct 17, 2020•19 min
Hi Again! I’ve had the pleasure of picking Dr Guruprasad’s brains again. This time, for my questions on Satellites. He did not disappoint me at all…. This episode is packed with so much to help you understand why we have so many satellites are in space and still don’t really collide… what space debris is and how lots of satellites fall back to earth after their job is done. Its interesting how India has its own version of GPS called Navik. I was truly fascinated to know how tall the PSLV rocket ...
Oct 10, 2020•30 min
Hi, I’m excited to some extent to share a few things in this news episode… Mainly because my favourite environmentalist, Sir David Attenborough has not just created an Instagram account but even made a guinnesse world record for being the fastest to reach a million. We do discuss few other things before that, like the US president testing positive for corona, Nobel prize for medicine, mars being closes to earth, NASA astronaut voting from space and so much more! I hope you enjoy viewing this epi...
Oct 07, 2020•13 min
Hi There, Of course I couldn’t resist the celebration of Bapu’s birthday! Here’s a special episode to remind us how this great man struggled and fought with his simplistic approach to bring the independence back to India. As we’re kids, I’ve tried my best to discuss more about his own childhood. If some of you have never heard his voice, this might be a good opportunity. Thanks to a couple of Youtube video channels. Indiavideodotorg and British Pathé for these audio clips. What else could be bes...
Oct 01, 2020•20 min
Hello Hello, This week, I planned to mention some great scientists who left their foot prints on space exploration. We have a look at how some of India’s scientists paved out ISRO. There are ofcourse lots more space exploration agencies across the world. We then move on to discuss about a few space oriented movies and look at our Judge’s recommendations. Please do watch them when you find time next. Finally, we wrap up by declaring our winner for this month’s competition. Listen on to know who w...
Sep 26, 2020•12 min
Hi There! Here’s another episode with lots of interesting news from across the world. Listen to know more about How the Californian fires have still not died out. I’ve made a collection of environmental news and explained why the fires, declined bio diversity and climate changes are all linked. Part of this news continues to show how Samarrth Khanna grew a forest in Faridabad junction when he was just 16. Its something we could all do. I’ve even shared news on how the commonwealth Realm country,...
Sep 19, 2020•12 min
Hello All, This episode turned out to be so educative about the different kinds of stars we could probably see with our naked eye in the night sky. Dr B S Shylaja explains with such astonishing ease about the constellations, where to look for them. Just in case you get lost in sea, This episode might save your life if you listen carefully about the North star. It truly helps you decide the direction of your travel! How and where do you see Venus? If you thought its at night, you might be wrong! ...
Sep 12, 2020•25 min
Hi All, It’s a day to wish our Teachers! Listen to this heart warming episode dedicated to ALL teachers. I’ve been able to share a lot of information about Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an Inspiring teacher around the independence time, whose Birthday we celebrate as Teachers Day. I've taken the liberty to speak of many other inspiring teachers from the past and present. Don’t Miss the last few minutes where quiet a few kids came around to express their gratitude towards their own teachers. HAPPY TE...
Sep 04, 2020•11 min
Hi again! In this week’s news Episode, we’ll be hearing about stories from the past 2 weeks. I’ve covered a bit about Covid-19 to start with and spoke about how California saw a lot of fires while Louisiana was hit by deadly Hurricane Laura. I then explain how microplastics are affecting the Atlantic and Green house affect is affecting the Arctic. Why would you have Chocolate snow? Well, its possible if you like in a town with a huge chocolate factory in it…. Just listen to know more… and Oh! Ja...
Sep 01, 2020•8 min
Hi All, This episode is truly memorable to me! The guest/ judge is a really talented young lady with such beautiful advice to offer on how Little kids can grow our own food confidently. Thanks Milly, you made my day! The results are out for our Monthly Competition for the month of August. Milly (@rootingforcooking on Insta) gives lovely explanation on why each of them won. The competition was ‘Grow Your Greens’. Many Kids actually put in a month long effort to grow some greens and sent their pic...
Aug 29, 2020•13 min
Hi Again! Second episode within a week’s time rings the bell that its THAT interesting… Mainly because this Brilliant trainer of future scientists, Assistant Director of the Nehru Planetarium shares such astounding facts about our Universe and the Black holes… I mean, who would have ever guessed that the colours we see in various pictures might not really be visible to us if we went into space right now and looked at the same! How peacefully we live on our earth while such massive black holes co...
Aug 25, 2020•19 min
Hi Again! Can you believe this is my 20th episode? Thanks for listening to me all along. In today’s episode, Dr Madhusudan, Assistant director of Nehru Planetarium in Bengaluru explains and helps us visualise how big our solar system is and how big the Nebule can me. I was astonished to hear how the Sky on the Moon might appear…. Makes me feel like I want to travel to the moon as soon as I could. We even discuss what light years are and so many more fascinating facts about our unimaginably big U...
Aug 22, 2020•23 min
Patriotism in the air today… I’m loving the feeling. Who could answer my questions better than an army man? I’ve been lucky enough to interview a Kargil War veteran, Brigadier Amardeep Singh on this Independence day. He beautifully explains to us the history before our independence, the meaning of patriotism, and how proud he is for doing his bit for India in winning the Kargil war. My little heart was filled with Pride and greatness to this nation. Bolo Bharat Mata ki… Jai! WEBSITE: https://www...
Aug 14, 2020•21 min
Hi All, Here’s a mid-week episode with Current news for kids like us. Lots of things have happened in the world in the past 15 days since my last news episode. Ofcourse! Covid increases and Hong kong is seeing its 3rd wave. In this episode we also discuss about the Ayodhya temple which has been a very joyful news here in India. We discuss about the Elections in United states and how Kamal Harris is chosen as Jo Biden’s Vice President. And don’t miss out on how Scientists managed to wake up micro...
Aug 12, 2020•9 min
Hello there, Thanks for holding up your curiosity for a week. We complete our conversation with Dr Guruprasad on so many more things about our Solar System. Why there’s a race to Mars all over the world? Why we cannot grow trees on Mars? How about some school trips to Mars? Finally, I clearly understand why Pluto is not a planet! Dr Guruprasad gives a lovely inspirational finish on how or what we could do to become future Space scientists… I really hope you get inspired. Enjoy some space time! T...
Aug 08, 2020•23 min
Hi There…. Season two episode two, I’m sure you’re looking forward to it Too! I’m Very excited to be sharing my conversation with an Ex space scientist, Dr B R Guruprasad. In this episode, I’ve asked him some questions I thought were tough, but effortlessly answered by this inspiring scientist. I’ve learnt so much about Venus and gaseous giants like Jupiter…. I felt like being taken to a different world! Don’t miss out the ‘Grow your Greens’ competition for this month either.. WEBSITE: https://w...
Aug 01, 2020•23 min
Hello there! This is my first episode of Season 2. And the first time I’m announcing prizes for the competition we conducted this month. Listen to some news from across the world. We covered some news about Greta Thunberg and how she’s donating her 1 million euros prize for her cause. We listen to the disruption caused due to heavy monsoons in South Asia. And ofcourse, we cannot miss out on the eventful week for space launches. It’s a lovely feeling that more and more countries are joining the s...
Jul 25, 2020•10 min
Hi All, I’m happy that my Season 1, that is the health series is done. In this episode, we recap on what we heard and learnt from all the episodes so far. I share some fun facts about our body and the food too. I’d like to remind you that the painting competition ends on the 25th! So, quick, send me your paintings, sketches and drawings. To be fair, they will be judged by a professional artist. I hope you enjoy listening to my concluding episode for Season 1! Thanks! WEBSITE: https://www.littlem...
Jul 19, 2020•11 min
Hi Again! I’m proud to present to you, my first ‘Special Episode’ with Sophia. Special because another child is my guest. Sophia is a bright 8 year old who aspires to be a Supreme Court Justice in the highest court in the United States. Her interest is a perfect match for todays International Justice day. Listen to her graceful suggestions and views on justice for homeless people in the world. I’m proud to present to you, her views and thank her for using Little Mind Chats. A true platform for k...
Jul 16, 2020•12 min
Hi There, Its Sunday and I’m back with your weekly episode of Little Mind Chats. In the bi-weekly news, we see how research has proved that Covid is highly transmitted by air… not just the micro droplets in air. Our generation is witnessing major events like Russia’s vote for changes in its constitution and the difference China’s security law makes for Hong Kong. We’re at cosmological luck this week as there are many events for us to watch in a week or two. Meteor showers, Mars getting closer an...
Jul 11, 2020•10 min
Hi, Your eyes! You’re reading this with your eyes! In this episode, I have Dr Manjunath, paediatric ophthalmologist, explaining so many thing about our eyes. Have you wondered what to do when something falls in your eyes? Dr Manjunath clearly explains what short sight and long sight are… No more confusion. For the first time, I know why my parents are concerned about me wearing glasses at the age of 8. I feel more convinced on why screen time is devastating on our eyes and health. Listen to know...
Jul 04, 2020•22 min
