Happy 73rd Republic Day!! I just loved how Brigadier Sushil Bhasin explains the need for displaying India's Military prowess and our rich cultural heritage on every Republic day. He explains why it is very necessary for all of us to live a responsible life, and in turn honour lives of all the soldiers who sacrificed for our country. He has a very interesting take on how time management can be taught to kids and how our skills should change to suit the future jobs. Listen to how Chaitanya Shrotri...
Jan 25, 2022•25 min
Speak about the future of sustainability... Here's the man who's dedicated 30 years of his life in understanding this in-depth! While most of us choose to ignore and blame it on the system, He's set out to change this with an iron fist. He's Coming up with an exhaustive 22 documents about holistic sustainability for the Grand future of India... Not alone, but with a team of experts, he's ready to present it to our central Government by August 15th this year. Listening to his vision is an honour ...
Jan 22, 2022•28 min
Taking my conversation up one notch, I was lucky to get in touch with Matt Nuccio, one of the top 100 influencers in the toy industry. We spoke about alternative materials for moving away from plastic in our toys, and how the transition has already begun. It felt great to hear Matt encouraging children into toy designing and how we could make our mark in this field. Follow Matt on linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattnuccio/ Join my Little-WISE club here: https://littlemindchats.com/lwclub/...
Jan 08, 2022•14 min
I feel proud and humbled at the same time to bring this episode out..... Normally, we can't see our dreams when we wake up. But how about the dreams that keep you awake? There is a way to not just dream big, but even see it every day to achieve it. What are the 3 bold steps you'll take for your future? Patti Dobrowolski, a 4 times TED Speaker, an Author, business coach and founder of upyourcreativegenius guides us on how we could arrive at the 3 bold steps to achieve our dream... Draw it, see it...
Jan 01, 2022•27 min
What do we write with? Pens, pencils, What do we write in? books, papers... That's common sense.. But what's not so common is the fact that the stationary we use, is VERY heavy on the resources of our earth. Ashutosh and Naren, two young adults from Bengaluru, took 6 years of research and absolute hard work to bring a humoungously impactful line of stationary to keep us using the stationary exactly the way we do, at the same cost and still be sustainable. They show us, its possible to save large...
Dec 25, 2021•15 min
Chaitsi Ahuja, an Environmentalist who turned into a sustainability leader in business helps us understand how her love for mother earth is still the core of what she does. When businesses ask the question, 'How can I replenish more than what I take from the earth?', Sustainability becomes an obvious outcome. This is exactly what brownliving.in does and encourages. As a child, Chaitsi did clean up the beaches like many of us do even now. everything we do influences bigger things to come in the f...
Dec 12, 2021•26 min
According to one of Murphy’s laws, ‘Left to themselves, things tend to go from bad to worse’. I’m choosing not to leave the situation of plastics and toys to themselves. I did a plastic collection drive last week, as it was the last sunday of November. One kid gave up a kilo worth of his toys and 3 kids went on an epic fun evening collecting a whopping 9 kilos of household plastics and toys in their immediate neighbourhood. Interestingly, Leo Tolstoy quotes that “Everyone thinks of changing the ...
Dec 05, 2021•9 min
Hi, Are there any trustable sustainable toys at all out there? Where do I find genuine ones? Why Should I buy them? To answer these questions and so much more, I have Christina floyd with me. She’s been researching and sharing some golden nuggets to other parents, through her blogs and her popular facebook group called ‘Sustainable toys’ https://www.facebook.com/groups/844723552739385 Visit her website https://thebabypenguin.com/ to know a lot more about sustainable toys, how to choose them, and...
Nov 21, 2021•33 min
Pediatricians think its an immediate necessity to take action against the plastics in our homes. 6 months through to 5 years toddlers are the most affected. Listen and know exactly how these chemicals work at the Amino acids level. We store food in plastics, heat them in plastic plates and bowls... Dr Hari mentions how they enter our bodies. Scratching, nibbing, mouthing, scratching plastic toys are all ways in which they enter a child's system. Join my Little-WISE club by mailing me to Siyona@l...
Nov 13, 2021•21 min
Meet Pete, My mentor and a person who has been constantly trying to bring out the best in me and thousands of other people with his Mi365 podcast. I'm calling this a cross-cast as we recorded it in one place to go on my podcast as well as his. As you can expect, Pete let me explain everything about my Little-WISE club, the reason behind why I'm doing this and many facts related to this topic. Why is it important now than ever before for kids' voices to be heard? Thanks @petecohen_ for helping us...
Oct 30, 2021•32 min
Its feeling amazing to follow my dreams. I dream of a world without plastic toys... The toys that don't affect our health and damage earth either. This whole season explores on the effects of our toys on us and how it is possible to look for alternatives. In my club Little-WISE, I have fun filled ways for children to get involved and do so much for mother earth. Please listen to it and DO register either on my website www.littlemindchats.com OR by Whatsapp on +916366305959. Can’t wait for the Oc...
Oct 15, 2021•13 min
How does a coach mould a sports person into a winner? What qualities would an athlete need before he/ she could be coached? Brigadier Ray Malik has been in Squash for 4 decades as a player and a coach to National Men’s team. He emphasises on how students are capable on picking sports as a way of life so it teaches them broader life skills too. Do not miss this last episode of Season 5!! I really hope you will love this episode. Thanks for listening! WEBSITE: https://www.littlemindchats.com/ LINK...
Oct 09, 2021•26 min
Sports is not just about the players. There are a huge load of professions that support the glory of this industry. Photography is clearly one that accentuates the achievements of the athletes. Mike Valente has great experience and the humbleness to share it with me in this interview. A truly inspiring photographer who does not yet completely believe in social media presence. Such guests enrich my podcast Please listen to his experience in Tokyo Olympics, F1 racing and many more such events. WEB...
Oct 03, 2021•25 min
More news to share! There are great promising events happening around the world. - PM Modi visits US for Quad summit - Migrants flown back to Haiti from US shores - Giant Trees Wrapped to Protect Against Wildfires - Billions of microplastics in oceans for Maritime rope - Inspiration 4 space experience - Insect Defense Chemicals translated into Eerie Sounds - 23000 yr old footprints discovered in the Americas - Man Walks From Eiffel Tower Across River on a Slackline WEBSITE: https://www.littlemin...
Sep 26, 2021•14 min
Sports gives skills for life... one of them is how we deal with competition, stress, the nerves around it and above all, the 'Failure' part that comes inadvertently. Listen to my conversation with Natalie Allport , previously a national level snowboarder from Canada and now an entrepreneur. She eloquently and effortlessly answers some of my questions around mental health, failure, snowboarding and many more questions on how and why sport is important for children. My best learning from her: Fail...
Sep 18, 2021•20 min
Its great to see more and more children achieve different feats whether its teenager Emma Raducanu winning the US Open or 5 year old Harvey hiking the Appalachian Mountains. Scientists warn on why fossil fuels must remain underground. To echo this, the world’s first giant carbon sucking machine, Orca is now operating in Iceland. Please do listen to other news below, and let me know what you think of my news. 9/11 Twenty years of terrorist attack Guinea coup BRICS meeting in India Hurricane Ida i...
Sep 12, 2021•14 min
The unconditional and selfless efforts put in by teachers is what builds a student and a strong nation through great students. Listen as I speak to my teacher on the unique challenges they face today. Whether its online classes, ever evasive kids, being observed by parents while teaching and so much more. I feel great to know and listen to the thoughts of my own teacher. Happy Teachers Day. to all teachers.. THANK YOU!! WEBSITE: https://www.littlemindchats.com/ LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/litt...
Sep 05, 2021•18 min
Magic is a great part of anyone’s childhood and I’m lucky to be speaking to one. Listen to Nikhil Raj reveal the early days of his childhood and how he got to be associated with Magic. We discuss the skills needed, how we could learn and even earn from doing these magic tricks. Follow Nikhil on Instagram with the handle @iamrajmagician You can email him for shows here -> [email protected] Listen and have fun! :) Thank you WEBSITE: https://www.littlemindchats.com/ LINKEDIN: www.linke...
Sep 01, 2021•19 min
Voo hooo... I've reached a milestone of 30 news episodes! In this fortnightly news episode, I tried my best to explain the Taliban situation. Its not good news, yet important for us, as kids to understand why it happened. Here's a list of other event's I managed to cover in this news episode. Paralympic games underway Taliban rules Afghanistan Father of Sudoku no more Severe climate crisis in the future - Report First ever rain on Greenland’s ice sheet Asteroid Closer to Sun than Mercury Hubble ...
Aug 28, 2021•14 min
75th Independence Day for India, Its that time to share the exuberant feeling together. I have a remarkable Ex army personnel Brigadier Ray Malik with me today. Listening to his stories about meeting two of the finest Nobel Peace prize winners in 2 separate incidents gave me goose bumps… Army has always given us the security as a nation and some fine sports men too. Brig. Ray Malik is one such person who has made India proud with his achievements in Squash. Listen and have a great independence D...
Aug 15, 2021•27 min
nuggets of great advice from Cory camp in this episode His answers to some of my questions like importance of sports for kids and how the mindset of Athletes is different from that of others is amazing! Listen to know how Superstition can play a role in Sports. And know a little more about his childhood and routine before he became the top distance freestylers in Delaware history. makes me want to pick up a sport seriously! Follow him on Insta: @corycamp and listen to his podcast @athleticmindse...
Aug 07, 2021•25 min
There were too many interesting news to share with you. I'm really hoping you'll enjoy listening to them - Olympics medal tally and Simone biles bows out - Teenagers' Gold medal rush - Wildfires in North America, Canada and Siberia - Severe flooding in China and India - ISS looses 'attitude control' due to Russia's Nauka - First Exoplanet to be directly imaged - COCONUTS-2b - 'Harsh Parenting' Shrinks Childrens' brains - Too much coffee shrinks Adults' brains - Overdue book returned after 63 yea...
Jul 31, 2021•18 min
Launching Season-5: Spirit of Sports I'm feeling so good to be entering into my next season and timing is great with Olympics happening. In this episode, I try to discuss about the history of olympics, some inspiring olympians and a lot more! Please do listen and let me know what you think! I'm feeling all sporty now! Thanks for listening. WEBSITE: https://www.littlemindchats.com/ LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/little-mind-chats-podcast-94711a1b6 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LittleMindChats INSTA...
Jul 26, 2021•12 min
Hi, I'm just wrapping up one of my most favourite Seasons so far. Its a topic that I really connected to. Its our Earth and Environment. 6 year old Selena from Dubai has kindly co-hosted my wrap up. Her vision is amazing! Just listen to her talk passionately about why its every person's responsibility. Follow her on Instagram with @Littlehands.bigheart Though I will be moving on to a new season starting next saturday, I have taken some learnings and actions from this one. Please listen to it and...
Jul 17, 2021•14 min
I've been able to cover lots of great news in this fortnightly news episode. I think its just brilliant! Scientists discover a way to use Wolbachia bacteria against the spread of Dengue. I just can't wait for Jeff Bezos and Richard Branson to reach space over the next 10 days. I wonder what stories and experiences they will share. Also, please listen to know more about my ' Little-WISE' club. I will be announcing some initiatives to do our bit for a better environment . Mail me to Siyona@littlem...
Jul 10, 2021•9 min
A young 13 yr old CEO who is shattering all myth that children are meant to stick to school work. In this month's 'Inspiring Ingenuity', meet 'Yasharka Bhattacharyya' who is building his own games with industry standard softwares. Listen to his thoughts on the boom in coding classes in India, Why every child should think about entreprenuership and lots more!! WEBSITE: https://www.littlemindchats.com/ LINKEDIN: www.linkedin.com/in/little-mind-chats-podcast-94711a1b6 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/L...
Jul 01, 2021•16 min
All it takes, is 2 bare hands to start cleaning up what you see. Nature is bound to Thank you and thrive better. Meet these wonderful 'Ground 0 Environmental heroes' who took time out of their busy schedule to clean up their local park. The litter that was collected there for decades by probably hundreds of irresponsible walkers. walkers, joggers and other 'Health concious' people who only love to protect their health and show less regard to the health of the earth. Its inspiring how these two h...
Jun 27, 2021•23 min
- Covid update from around the world - G7 countries meet - NASA sending Humanoid to Moon - Turkey Seas covered in 'Sea Snot' - Shrinking size of endangered whales - Kenyan Engineer's Plastic innovation - Florida city sells its water tank! - White house plane grounded by Cicadas My favourite news this fortnight is about Kenyan Engineer Nzambi Matee, who found a way to recycle the plastic into Bricks. People like her inspire my generation to keep working for a better earth. Thank you to all who ar...
Jun 19, 2021•13 min
50 Million tons of e-waste is generated globally every year. That is a weight greater than all of the commercial airlines weighed together! As humanity, we do have the capability to recycle 99% of this back into being used. But our poor awareness and attitude ensures just 20% of this is recycled formally. Rest 80% is literally damaging our earth. Its dumped in landfills or pumped into unorganised sectors who engage unscientific methods to dismantle the e-waste, or even worse, end up in our water...
Jun 12, 2021•22 min
World environment day today, A day to retrospect and act more cautiously on every aspect of our life. That sure will help our earth and environment heal faster. Today would be a perfect day to resolve on not using plastic, save more energy and water. As of me, I'm also kickstarting my quest to find sustainable and biodegradable materials for toys. If you haven't signed my petition to 'Say NO to plastic toys', I request you to please do so here -> http://chng.it/vSpHztxb WEBSITE: https://www.l...
Jun 05, 2021•18 min
