What would you say if we told you that tuning yourself to a metronome is better for your health than that gym membership? We sit down with Tanuja Gomes, the founder of Furtados School of Music, who convinces us that formal music education isn’t scary or snobby—it’s a friendly on‑ramp for toddlers, teens, busy parents, and “I‑wish‑I‑started‑earlier” adults. If you can boil water, you can keep a beat. Tanuja tells us how the simple act of signing up for music teaches consistency, discipline, and the underrated art of showing up. Our conversation has the usual light-heartedness of three friends chatting. Tune in. This episode might be the calling you were waiting for to start your musical journey from today. Do we detect feet tapping suspiciously in the rhythm of 1-2-3-4? 00:00 Highlights of the Episode 01:22 The Role of Music in Personal Development 02:27 Welcome to Three Techies Banter 02:47 Meet Tanja: CEO of Furtado School of Music 03:25 The Journey of FSM 04:05 Impact of Music Education 06:44 Challenges and Achievements 08:44 Changing Landscape of Music Education in India 14:23 Careers in Music 15:54 Popular Instruments and Gender Preferences 18:00 Music Education Across Age Groups 19:57 Late Age Learning and Personal Stories 22:18 The Power of Music in Child Development 22:47 Music's Impact on ADHD and Depression 26:51 Tech Innovations in Music Education 29:58 Gamified Learning for Young Musicians 31:09 Trends in the Music Industry 37:14 Encouraging Musical Talent in Everyone 40:54 The Universal Appeal of Music Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who teaches AI how to see and recognise? Definitely not a techie in a cool office in Silicon Valley. Most likely, it is a homemaker from a marginalised community in rural India who does this tedious work for very low pay. In his debut feature film "Humans in the Loop," director Aranya Sahay explores this vital detail that got left out of the "AI Revolution" marketing materials. The film follows Nehma, an Adivasi woman from Jharkhand who takes a job labelling data for AI systems. Turns out, teaching machines to recognise the world is a lot like raising a kid; except this kid absorbs prejudices from centuries of Western datasets, with no plan to augment it with context-specific knowledge. Esp. not from the labellers :-). The film has won major accolades, including Best Film at the Bengaluru International Film Festival and Grand Jury Prize for Best Feature at the Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles. Have fun watching the episode! Nishtha Manchanda: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nishtha-manchanda-3b6b421b? 00:00 Introduction to the Film's Context 01:40 The Paradox of AI and Simple Tasks 02:21 Government and Civil Society's Role in AI 02:55 Future of Technology and AI 03:42 About the film 'Humans in the Loop' 04:32 Exploring Data Labeling and Its Implications 06:12 AI as a Child: A Philosophical Perspective 08:05 Challenges and Realities of Data Labeling 13:00 Bias in AI and Its Consequences 17:51 AI in the Film Industry 23:36 Global Reactions to AI and the Film 26:04 Ethnographic Insights and AI 26:27 Tech Reactions to the Film 27:46 Unexpected Audience Reactions 28:09 Women and the Emotional Impact of the Film 29:57 Community and Cultural Representation in AI 32:45 Government and Civil Society's Role in AI 35:41 Future Projects and Superhero Films 36:05 The Journey of the Film 36:50 Story Culture and Film Funding 39:08 Indigenous Life and Environmentalism in Film 40:46 Superhero Films in India 42:18 Film Screenings and Audience Engagement 43:50 Concluding Remarks and Future Endeavors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From powering your 3 AM doom-scroll to preventing actual doom (climate change), batteries are the unsung heroes who quietly run the world. We journey from the oil crisis of the '70s to Nobel Prize-winning lithium-ion tech that made your smartphone possible – and might save the planet. We'll explore how these tiny energy lunchboxes evolved from exploding prototypes to $300k Tesla packs, and now cost $7k (a 97% price drop). Meet the scientists who cracked the code, and peek into a future of solid-state batteries and sodium-ion rivals. Plus: why your remote lasts forever, your phone dies by 4 PM, and what happens when you toss batteries in the bin (spoiler: landfill fires). One battery to power them all – if we can recycle responsibly and mine ethically. Because even Frodo needed a power bank for that walk to Mordor. 🔋⚡ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 4 of 3 Techies Banter is here, and we're finally putting faces to the voices you've been tolerating for three seasons – because nothing says "we've made it" like watching three people in their 50s gesture wildly at cameras while debating whether Web3 is dead or just hibernating. We might go delightfully off-script: the psychology of why developers have strong opinions about tabs vs spaces, how TikTok算法 accidentally created a new form of folk art, why Silicon Valley VCs are suddenly into longevity science and mushroom coffee, the game theory of group chats, whether your Spotify Wrapped says more about you than your therapy sessions, and why every tech bro suddenly thinks they're a philosopher after reading one Nassim Taleb book. With video, we might even unleash live demos that will either blow your mind or spectacularly crash on air, reaction cams for those "did they really just say that?" moments, and the occasional meme break because let's be honest - tech is too serious and we're definitely not. We are covering it all with the same chaotic energy that's kept you coming back, now with 100% more awkward eye contact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us in the Season 3 Finale episode, where we reminisce about our favourite moments from the podcast! From the hilarious creation of the jingle episode (an all-round friends and family collaboration) to deep dives into the impact of AI on graphics and the fashion industry, this episode is packed with lots of laughs and a wee bit of insights. We also tackle the tricky business of AI "bullshitting" and how machines love to please, even if it means getting things wrong. PS - Liars care about the truth (to hide it), bullshitters just want to impress or persuade, truth be damned! Welcome to GenAI. Plus, a little humble bragging about the awards we have won and a sneak peek into plans for shaking things up in the next season. We can’t wait to be back in Season 4. Until then… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From absurd web beginnings to some misplaced national pride, tech folklore never disappoints. A mouthful of a name that could make even the most patient typist weep, "Jerry and David's Guide to the World Wide Web," could have single-handedly crashed Netscape Navigator. Meanwhile, the digital world's party crasher, Error 404's origin story - linked to CERN's room 404 - proves even glitches have intriguing backstories. Closer to home, Nilesh's trip to Mumbai's Panjrapur water plant uncovered a juicy tidbit about BMC's potential entrepreneurial foray in the water business. And Sheetal's pilgrimage to Toronto's Bata Shoe Museum shattered our collective illusion - turns out, our favourite "Indian" shoe brand has been international all along, leaving millions of Indians feeling somewhat... misled. We remain your #funtech companion through traffic jams, morning jogs and side-listens during boring Zoom meetings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we unpack the irony of the word for the fear of long words. Surprise Surprise - it is a really long word - we will just call it "hippo-fear". Explore the most significant tech flops of 2024 (spoiler: not even AI could save them), and delve into the hazards of space burping — because in zero gravity, what goes down doesn't necessarily stay down. Expect a rollercoaster of laughs, lessons, and just the right amount of absurdity as we uncover why some things are better left un-burped, un-coded, and definitely unpronounced! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first Indian podcasts were like arranged marriages - everyone was a bit awkward, and no one knew what to expect, but hey, at least the family was supportive! As podcasts gained traction, they soon had podcasts for every niche. We've got celebrity podcasts where Bollywood stars share their deep thoughts, like how difficult it is to find the right shade of beige for their 15th luxury car. Tech-savvy grandpas are starting "back in my day" podcasts, reminiscing about when "viral" was something you didn't want to be. And let's not forget the rise of regional language podcasts. Why stick to Hindi or English when you can confuse Alexa with 20+ languages? As we look to the future, the possibilities are endless. The future of the Indian podcasting scene is like a good biryani—it took a while to prepare, it's got a mix of everything, and it leaves you wanting more. Catch our episode that talks all about it on your favourite podcasting platforms and our YouTube channel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before our ancestors could argue about who left the cave door open, they were already cracking up. Laughter came way before language — it's prehistoric Wi-Fi, connecting us without a single word. And it’s not just us! Apes giggle during playtime, rats squeak with joy when tickled, and dolphins? Well, they’ve got their own aquatic stand-up routines going on. Turns out, laughter really is the original universal language — even before we had words to mess it up! 🦧🐀🐬 Onto the life of a tennis ball 🎾 in a Grand Slam after it has survived the thundering serves of the pros. These balls are typically used for just 7 to 9 games before they're swapped out—because, you know, even tennis balls need a “break at some point” 🤣. So, what happens to them after they’ve done their bit for the tournament? Souvenirs? Donated to clubs? In the paws of a very happy dog? Who knows. And finally, your acidic stomach, which is your body's very own self-defence ninja. It is a Germ Slayer against harmful bacteria and pathogens that might hitch a ride on your food. It is a Toxic Avenger (think of that questionable sushi), that breaks down and eliminates the toxins; a detox squad on call 24/7. And we have our own view on what else it might be useful for. Aways!!! And that is a broad summary of what you will find once you click the play button. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered how monkeys keep their pearly whites so white? Turns out that our primate pals prefer the all-natural, eco-friendly bird feather floss! They’re quite the dental hygiene trendsetters. Next time you see a monkey with a feather, you know they’re just prepping for that smiley close-up! Switching to the world of beavers, who knew dental trends could be so... orange? Beavers sport orange teeth not because of a pumpkin spice latte obsession but thanks to iron-rich enamel. This gives them their distinctive smile and makes their teeth tough enough to chow down on trees and build dams. The virtues of white teeth are overrated 😎. And then there are parrots, the social butterflies of the bird world, who've taken to Zoom like ducks to water. They love a good virtual gossip session, squawking and squabbling over who gets the most screen time. But separate them from their video pals, and the FOMO hits hard. Withdrawal symptoms include sulking on their perches and mimicking dial-up internet sounds in protest. Zoom or bust, as the modern parrot says! Now you know what is in store for you in this episode. So enlighten yourself with a laugh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We find ourselves on the final step of our "PAIN" journey - non-repudiation (NR). As we navigate our increasingly digital lives, let's embrace the covenant of non-repudiation with open arms and cautious clicks. It is a world where "I didn't send that embarrassing email" just won't cut it anymore. In the digital realm, non-repudiation is like an online notary public of every action we take. It's the technological equivalent of your mom saying, "I know it was you who ate the last cookie" – but with mathematical certainty. It ensures you can run but can't hide from your online actions. It's making honesty the best policy, not by choice, but by cryptographic necessity. NR turns every digital promise into an ironclad contract. Think of it as the binding magic of a genie’s wish—be careful what you click for; you’ll get it, and it will stick. In the landscape of non-repudiation, the 'oops' button is perpetually out of order. It is not all doom and gloom. Non-repudiation is the superhero that swoops in, cape fluttering, ensuring every digital action is as traceable as Sherlock Holmes following a trail of breadcrumbs—no vanishing into the ether allowed! Summary - NR ensures that every action has a consequence in our vast online universe, and every digital move is accounted for. It’s not just about keeping you honest; it’s also about keeping everyone else honest. In this ever-connected world, it’s the guardian of digital integrity, ensuring that what goes online stays verifiable online. Listen on for NR insights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So, here is what we found out about COWS. Cows are social animals. They form strong bonds and prefer staying close to their friends in the pasture, often grazing, resting, and grooming each other. Research shows that heart rates increase and stress hormone levels rise in cows that are separated from their bonded friends. BTW - a stressed cow produces less milk than a happy one. Onto airbags and their uses. Where do you think they could be used (other than cars)? Soft landings for gymnasts, perhaps? Miniature ones attached to your breakables? Or just a part of your jeans as an everyday consumer fall-protection device. Think about it 🤔. And finally, elections and indelible ink. Is it a good business? How big? If it is so indelible, can we use it for other purposes? Clinical trials? Marking prisoners? Equipment identification? Wow! It is almost as powerful as blockchain😎. Listen on for other life-saving trivia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered how organizations keep their data squeaky clean and under lock and key? 🧹🔐 In our latest episode, we dive into the nitty-gritty of data integrity and authentication. First up, we spill the beans on how companies ensure their data doesn't go rogue. We're talking input validation (because garbage in, garbage out), deduplication (no duplicates allowed!), data backups (better safe than sorry), access control (who's got the keys?), and audit tracking (keeping an eye on everything). Then, we break down the holy trinity of authentication:🔑 What you know (passwords, but please, no "123456")📱 What you have (hello, hardware tokens and software tokens)👁️ Who you are (biometrics, because nobody else has your face) And finally, we pivot to India to unravel the mysteries of cybercrime, focusing on the top hotspots for online financial fraud. Did you know that 10 districts account for 80% of cybercrime in India? Tune in for a blend of tech talk, practical tips, and some cyber sleuthing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen up, you Illuminati, Opus Dei, Freemasons, and Skull & Bones Society; there's a new secret society in town. The Order of 37 was founded by eccentric mathematicians tired of mainstream numbers getting all the glory. Pi, Fibonacci, Mersenne and the Catalan numbers were such show-offs. But 37? It was the unsung hero of the number world.  Members, known as "Threesevenians, believed that one of their own discovered that 37 was not just a number but a portal to another dimension – a dimension where pi ends and where the square root of two is a nice, neat whole number. To access this, one must write the number 37 precisely 37 times while standing on one leg and humming the theme from "We Are the Champions". If this is thought-provoking, you are at the right place. Listen on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech has a "pacing problem" (believe us - this is an accepted term 😎). Innovation is fast outpacing the ability of laws and regulations to keep up. Regulators are trying to govern Hogwarts with rules written for a Muggle school. Good luck stopping magical mischief with detention and a dress code. Balancing benefits/risks, ethical considerations, determining liability and lack of expertise are just some of the considerations in play. "To regulate or not to regulate" is the constant dilemma. Or should we just let the market decide? So who better than Rahul Matthan, a partner at Trilegal and one of the country's foremost technology lawyers, to walk us all through this nuanced world. Join our delightful conversation on any platform of your choosing (not regulated 😉). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sujith Nair, the WhatsApp-averse, badminton-loving chief mover and shaker of Beckn, gave us a peek into what the world's first e-commerce protocol is all about. Imagine if Colgate wanted to sell a lot of toothpaste, would it open separate exclusive stores on every street? NO! Instead, it ensures its products are available in all stores where people come to shop, and not just toothpaste. Similarly, Beckn is a way for an online business to make its products and services available on other stores (popular daily-use consumer apps) instead of setting up its own store (its own consumer app) and waiting for customers to come in droves! In fact, we like it so much, we are carrying Beckn use cases as our episode artwork (instead of our normal groovy cover art) to spread the word in our own little way. So, is it an app? Is it an aggregator? Is it a platform? No. It is a Super Capability - decentralised and open.  So listen, learn and use. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

History is filled with protracted, drawn-out conflicts, but did you know about a war that could have been missed during a coffee break? It started at 9:00 AM and was over by brunch, proving that even wars can have a tight schedule! Switching gears from fleeting wars to eternal edibles, let’s talk about honey’s impressive shelf-life. This sweet treat has been found in ancient tombs and is still as good as new after thousands of years. So, why doesn't honey spoil? The plot thickens. The human fascination with the number 3 runs deep. Trimurti, Trinity, movie trilogies, states of matter, pigs, musketeers, witches of Macbeth - the list is endless. It gives us a sense of stability that 1 and 2 cannot (legs on a stool 😎). Hopefully, we will not see World War 3. Listen On... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Imagine the Indian fintech industry as a Bollywood dance sequence. It begins in the early 2000s, with a few enthusiastic background dancers, mainly startups like Paytm and ItzCash, shaking to the primitive rhythms of dial-up internet. The choreography was less "smooth moonwalk" and more "clunky robot dance," but the spirit? Unmatchable! As the beat of technology quickened, so did the steps. By the 2010s, the stage was ablaze with newcomers, each adding their own flair to the routine—swiping, tapping, and clicking their way into the hearts of millions. Mobile wallets, digital banking, and e-commerce platforms pirouetted around the traditional banking giants, who were still trying to tie their shoelaces and join the routine. Today, the Indian fintech dance floor is crowded. It's a vibrant, chaotic medley—part traditional garba, part trendy hip-hop, and entirely enthralling. In this episode, Navin Surya, ex-MD and CEO of ItzCash joins us to help us understand the fintech medley of motion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From a beer-drenched London street to the simple joy of a flying disc and finally to the click of a mouse that bought "Ten Summoner’s Tales," history, it seems, prefers its tales served with a side of whimsical. And we have a rhyme to match. In London's streets, the beer did flow,A flood of ale from long ago.The vats did burst, the town did weep,In hops and barley drowned so deep. Then Yale, where pie tins took to flight,Became the Frisbee's birthright.A simple toss, a joyful cheer,From tin to disc, the path was clear. Online, a transaction bold,Dan Kohn's CD of Sting was sold.Through NetMarket's digital door,A new era began to soar. Laugh along with us in this edition of our Shorts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Royal Enfield. More than just motorcycles, the brand forges brotherhood across the Indian highways. Owning a Royal Enfield is your passport to a fraternity of wind-chasers and adventure-seekers. It's not just about the ride; it's about the rider's rite of passage into a tribe that shares tales of rugged roads and starlit skies. The IPL is a cricketing carnival that is more than cricket. It builds communities, with fans bonding over their love for the game, city, and team. It is a spectacle where loyalty is measured in cheers and jeers and where every match is a communal celebration. Hardik Pandya can testify to this 😝. Humans thrive in communities. This isn't a quaint relic of the past; it's our species' signature move. To throw more light on how brands are leveraging this ancient wisdom, we have Suhas Motwani, the founder of The Products Folks, Asia's largest product-driven community talking to us on 3 Techies Banter. Listen in groups is our advice 😇 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices