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The Seed to Forest PodcastQuizizz: Gamified Worlds To Global ImpactThis episode features Ankit Gupta, CEO and Co-Founder of Quizizz, an innovative education technology platform. Ankit unravels the story behind the platform's inception, growth, and it’s impact on the world of education.Ankit talks about the future of education and the role of technology in unlocking the true potential of learners worldwide. This episode explores the origins of quizzes, their evolution from a gamified world to a powerful learning tool, and the pivotal moments that shaped their path to success. The platform's focus on collaboration, teacher empowerment, and cutting-edge technology has transformed the way students learn an...2023-08-0424 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastCreating Positive Change: The Sattva ChroniclesUnveil the incredible journey of Rathish Balakrishnan and Gaurav Gupta in this riveting episode of the 'Seed to Forest Podcast' series. Delve into the inspiring world of social impact, entrepreneurship, and consulting, and explore the profound story of Sattva, an organization that has been creating positive change across various sectors for the past 14 years. In this captivating podcast, Rathish Balakrishnan, the co-founder and managing partner of Sattva, shares his experiences and insights, offering a glimpse into the challenges and triumphs faced while working at the intersection of social impact and entrepreneurship. 2023-07-2830 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastTeachmint: The Future Of Learning UnveiledDiscover the inspiring story of Teachmint, a game-changing education technology company revolutionizing classrooms worldwide. Join Gaurav as he interviews Mihir Gupta, the co-founder and CEO of Teachmint, and explore their journey towards transforming traditional teaching methods through innovative digital infrastructure solutions. Tune in to gain insights into the power of technology in education and how Teachmint is reshaping the future of learning. Don't miss out on this enlightening podcast episode!2023-07-2133 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastEmpowering Change In Education: The Journey Of PeepulEmbark on a captivating storytelling journey with Gaurav Gupta as he delves into the transformative world of education with Kruti Bharucha, the visionary Founder and CEO of Peepul. Explore the evolution of Peepul and its relentless pursuit of a world where every child can unlock their true potential. Kruti shares insightful anecdotes and lessons learned while driving systemic change in education, including the innovative use of public-private partnerships and the scalable impact of high-engagement teaching practices. Discover the power of digital infrastructure in reaching the last mile and empowering teachers with essential tools. Be inspired by the journey of...2023-07-1433 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastSamagra: Pioneering Innovative Solutions For Better Governance In IndiaThis episode features Gaurav Goel, the founder and CEO of Samagra, a leading impact-focused organisation in India, that aims to improve the quality of life for citizens in India through better governance. Gaurav shares his journey and experiences of building Samagra over the past decade, the lessons he learned from his journey and the challenges he encountered in the early days. He discusses the challenges of scaling impact, including the need for strategic partnerships and effective communication. As a well-recognized leader in the impact space, Gaurav shares his unique perspective on the opportunities in t...2023-07-0743 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastTagHive: Transforming Classrooms With Interactive TechnologyThis episode features Pankaj Agarwal, the co-founder and CEO of TagHive. With over 75 patents under his belt and being recognized as Fortune 40 under 40, Pankaj is a leader in the field of education technology.Pankaj explains how his experiences led him to co-found TagHive and create solutions like Class Saathi, which helps make the classroom experience more interactive, with easy-to-use Bluetooth clickers for each student. With over 4,000 schools already associated with TagHive, Pankaj gives us insights into how his company's technology is transforming education and bridging the gap between students and teachers.2023-06-3032 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastBreaking Boundaries: Promoting Citizen Empowerment Through AIIn this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of artificial intelligence with Vivek Raghavan, the chief AI evangelist at EkStep Foundation, who has been a trailblazer in the AI space. He is also the chief mentor at the Nilekani centre at AI4Bharat.Vivek unveils the behind-the-scenes story of introducing AI to Aadhaar and the transformative outcomes that followed. He shares insights into the immense potential of AI technologies and their seamless integration into existing systems, and the impact of automating processes, improving citizen services, and reducing fraud at a massive scale. 2023-06-2329 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastUdhayam Learning: Empowering Future LeadersIn this podcast episode, we sit down with Mekin Maheshwari, the founder of Udhayam Learning Foundation, which aims to enable micro-entrepreneurs to create macro impact and empower young learners to become the CEO of their own lives. We delve into Mekin's journey in founding Udhayam, and his insights into unlocking people's true potential. With his expertise in the intersection of technology and impact, he shares his insights into how education can be used to enable people to succeed and achieve their potential, and how he had learned that people had a lot more potential t...2023-06-1644 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastMantra4Change: Equipping Education Leaders to Transform SchoolsIn this episode, we speak with Santosh More, co-founder of Mantra4Change, an organisation with a mission to empower education leaders to bring about sustainable transformation in schools. Santosh shares his journey and the origins of Mantra4Change, as well as the passion and problems that led to the birth of the organisation. He also discusses the mistakes and learnings that shaped the organisation into what it is today. With a goal to improve the learning experiences of over 1.5 lakh schools across India by 2025, Santosh and his team are dedicated to advancing education through i...2023-06-0936 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastAvanti: Making Quality Education Accessible to MillionsThis episode features Akshay Saxena, co-founder of Avanti Fellows and Avanti Learning Center, who talks about the journey of their organisation in driving Maths and Science learning outcomes for over a hundred million students in India, particularly those in middle and high school. Akshay shares the origins of their journey, starting from his time at IIT Bombay where he observed the challenges faced by children from rural and non-privileged backgrounds in accessing quality education. He talks about how their student mentoring program led to the realisation of the vast potential of these children, and how th...2023-06-0237 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastVobble: Developing Young Minds With Immersive AudioIn this episode, we sit down with Neha, co-founder of an upcoming startup aimed at engaging young kids in a meaningful and imaginative way. As a mother herself, Neha recognized the detrimental effects of screen addiction on her daughter and sought out alternatives, which led her to the world of audio for kids. Neha shares her journey from a concerned parent to a startup co-founder, discussing the challenges she faced along the way and the lessons she learned about entrepreneurship and child development. She also offers insights into the importance of providing meaningful and engaging c...2023-05-2633 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastBetterplace: Empowering Frontline Workers Across AsiaThis episode features Pravin Agarwala, the co-founder and CEO of Betterplace. BetterPlace is India’s largest technology platform delivering digital solutions for blue-collar workforce management. With a vision to impact the lives of 50 million workers across 30 plus countries, Pravin has been spearheading initiatives that aim to streamline and digitise the management of the blue collar workforce value chain, making work safer and more productive for both employers and employees. We explore the origins of Betterplace, and Pravin’s extensive research across the country to understand the challenges faced by the frontline workforce. Tune...2023-05-1932 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastSunstone: Building a Better Future Through Higher EducationThis episode features an insightful conversation with Ashish Munjal, the co-founder and CEO of Sunstone, a higher education company that aims to improve the employability of learners by working closely with academic institutions. In this podcast, Ashish shares his journey of building Sunstone, from its origins to where it stands today, and his vision for the future of education in India. Coming from a small town and having witnessed the education system up close, Ashish has a deep understanding of the challenges learners face in pursuing professional education in the country. Tune...2023-05-1245 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastDoubtnut: Redefining Learning With Tech-Driven ToolsIn this episode, Aditya Shankar, the co-founder of Doubtnut, shares the story of how Doubtnut revolutionised education in India. The podcast explores the origins of Doubtnut, a technology-based platform that allows students to ask questions and get video solutions in their native language. Aditya shares how they overcame the social taboo around asking questions in the classroom and developed a solution that enabled students to ask questions anonymously and get quick video solutions. He also discusses the challenges they faced in scaling their idea and how they leveraged technology to create video solutions for a...2023-05-0531 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastRocket Learning: Igniting Curiosity Through Early EducationJoin us as we talk to Azeez Gupta, founder of Rocket Learning, a not-for-profit organisation that focuses on improving the learning of children in their early age.Azeez shares his journey from growing up in a civil servant family in a smaller town to becoming a Harvard graduate and starting Rocket Learning. He discusses the importance of education in empowering low-income populations, and how Rocket Learning is helping children open up their imagination and reach their full potential.Tune in to learn more about Azeez's passion for social impact...2023-04-2844 min
The Seed to Forest PodcastIntroducing the Seed to Forest PodcastWelcome to the Seed to Forest Podcast, brought to you by EkStep Foundation. 2023-04-1802 min