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Joy of building things by Madhav Shankar

Joy of building things by Madhav Shankar

By: Madhav Shankar
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What fuels the spark of creation? Joy of Building Things explores this fundamental question through the lens of today's most transformative fields: entrepreneurship, AI, and technology. We go beyond the headlines to uncover the human element – the challenges, breakthroughs, and profound satisfaction experienced by founders, engineers, and innovators. Discover the mindset behind building successful businesses, the intricacies of crafting intelligent systems, and the vision driving technological advancements. This is more than just tech talk; it's about the passion, the process, and the inherent Joy of Building Things. Website Link: https://www.madhavshankar.com/ Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Mental Health and Possibilities of AI

    Mental Health and Possibilities of AI
    Apr 15 2025
    This episode explores the rapidly evolving intersection of technology and mental health care, focusing on the potential and challenges of digital mental health technologies (DMHTs). We examine how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being used in initial mental health screenings by analyzing video, text, and audio data to prioritize high-risk patients. However, questions remain about the validity of AI training data and the difficulties in objectively measuring subjective experiences. We also delve into mental health apps, highlighting the need for accessibility features like resizable text for users with temporary disabilities or medication side effects. The importance of understanding an app's intended purpose and the necessity of clinical evidence are also discussed. The ethical considerations surrounding conversational AI (CAI) as therapeutic chatbots are another key focus, including concerns about safety, accountability, empathy, and potential inequalities. The role of telehealth, particularly video therapy, is examined, noting the impact of nonverbal immediacy cues on impression formation. The reliability of telepsychiatry in symptom assessment compared to in-person interviews is also considered. Finally, we explore the potential of vocal biomarkers in assessing mental fitness through the analysis of voice features. The episode emphasizes the need for ethical considerations, robust evidence, and a focus on accessibility as technology continues to shape the future of mental health support.
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    14 mins
  • Startup ideas for 2025 | Exploring AI and other possibilities

    Startup ideas for 2025 | Exploring AI and other possibilities
    Apr 19 2025
    Dive into the future of entrepreneurship with your host, Madhav, on this episode of Joy of Building Things (JBT). We unpack ten high‑impact AI‑powered ideas—from specialized virtual assistants and privacy‑first personalization to predictive maintenance and next‑gen financial planning—alongside ten non‑AI ventures, like circular‑economy marketplaces, hyper‑local delivery, ethical fashion, and repair‑upcycling services. Whether you’re a tech innovator or a human‑first founder, you’ll walk away with actionable insights and fresh inspiration to launch—or pivot—your next venture in 2025.
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    8 mins
  • Linkedin Best Practices 2025

    Linkedin Best Practices 2025
    Apr 29 2025
    This Episode talks about Optimizing your profile, share valuable and engaging content (diverse formats, strong hooks, storytelling), understand the algorithm (meaningful comments, dwell time, native content), actively engage, post consistently, repurpose content, consider AI, and track performance. Balance professional and personal content, use humor appropriately, create savable frameworks, and share case studies to enhance your LinkedIn presence and opportunities.
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    15 mins
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