IdeaNugget
27 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -IdeaNugget is a podcast about ideas! Each episode delves into an idea while your host thinks out loud on its applicability in the real world. Nuggets of ideas will be released every week to feed your curiosity. Cheers! (This show was previously called Books n Brew) | Email: [email protected] | Instagram: @idea_nugget | Twitter: @grindthebean14
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Ep26 - Autonomous Cars & Underlying Network Effects
March 12, 2023 07:06 - 7 minutes - 16.8 MBDo autonomous cars have underlying network effects? In this episode, your host, Mayur Ghatge does a thought experiment to see if there is an underlying network effect that'll decide who will win the market of autonomous vehicles. Quick LinksGet Embed PlayerDownload Audio File
Ep25 - Autonomous Cars: The Human Prediction problem
February 11, 2023 02:59 - 5 minutes - 12.5 MBAutonomous cars need to learn a lot from its makers. In this episode, we'll compare how a human brain works and what autonomous cars need to learn from the smartest species on the planet!
Ep24 - Science behind Peek-a-Boo!
February 04, 2023 22:52 - 5 minutes - 12.4 MBEver wondered how peek-a-boo cracks kids up every single time? How are we using the science behind peek-a-boo in our everyday life? Tune into this episode to know more.
Ep23 - Autonomous Cars: A moral machine?
December 05, 2021 08:15 - 4 minutes - 10.8 MBThere is a need to look at the future world driven by autonomous cars from the lens of moral philosophy. This episode takes the famous trolley problem from a mere thought experiment and applies to the real life situations for self driving cars.
Ep22 - Network Effects Dictating our Life!
August 06, 2021 23:47 - 4 minutes - 9.81 MBSocial media, Bitcoins, Successful tech companies, English language, Major start-up hubs are all run by an underlying network effect. This episode talks about the fundamentals of network effects and how it governs our life.
Ep21 - Batman vs Joker : All about choices
July 23, 2021 23:29 - 4 minutes - 9.22 MBOur life is all about choices we make at every decision crossroad we come at. This episode looks into the the popular backstories of Batman and Joker to see how a person can evolve into a hero or a villain from the decision he/she makes at each such crucial crossroad.
Ep20 - Is there a divine creator?
July 09, 2021 22:15 - 3 minutes - 8.73 MBFollowing from Episode 18, which discussed Nick Bostrom's simulation argument, this episode looks at the the simulation hypothesis through a scientific lens. It uses the arguments given by David Deutsch in his book, "The Beginning of Infinity", to counter argue the entire creation theory / simulation hypothesis.
Ep19 - Principal-Agent Problem: All about Incentives
June 27, 2021 05:26 - 5 minutes - 11.5 MBThis episode talks about the importance of incentives in human decision making. It dives into the principal-agent problem and its importance in the world of business and our daily life.
Ep18 - Are we living in a simulation?
June 12, 2021 07:36 - 4 minutes - 10.5 MBIn this episode, your host, Mayur Ghatge thinks out loud on the possibility of we being in a simulation. He discusses 3 propositions given by Nick Bostrom in his simulation argument to go into all the possibilities of we being in a simulation or not. Cheers!
Ep17 - Do minorities rule our world?!
June 05, 2021 01:08 - 4 minutes - 9.47 MBIn this episode, your host talks about how the intolerant minorities are able to eventually get what they want. He talks about the "Minority Rule" from Nasim Nicholas Taleb's book, Skin in the Game, applicability of this rule in our real world, where this rule fails, and how should the flexible majority go about dealing with the minority.
Show Reboot: Books n Brew is now IdeaNugget!
June 01, 2021 21:24 - 3 minutes - 7.89 MBThis show was called Books n Brew. Starting this month, it'll be called IdeaNugget! The show was about ideas from the books and some commentary on it by your host, Mayur Ghatge. Going ahead, it'll still remain a podcast about ideas but packed in a bite-size format. Most episodes will be under 5 minutes and will not be restricted to books but will explore new horizons to dwell on ideas!
Ep15 - Dictator's Handbook (re-run)
April 30, 2021 05:26 - 16 minutes - 37 MBAs season 1 ends and season 2 is underway check out re-run of Dictator's Handbook. There is no difference between an autocrat or a democrat! Only difference is the number of essential supporters it needs to stay in power which defines them as either a democrat or a dictator (conventionally). Join your host, Mayur Ghatge where he talks about 3 ideas from the book: "Dictator's Handbook" to understand why rulers do what they do to stay in power. | Email: |
Ep14 - Masala Lab
April 10, 2021 00:39 - 15 minutes - 34.7 MBJoin your host, Mayur Ghatge as he talks about the book titled, "Masala Lab" by Krish Ashok. He discusses some ideas from the book while going into the science of some ingredients, bursting some common myths and giving hacks of indian cooking. Email: booksnbrewpodcast_at_gmail.com.
Ep13 - Kafka on the Shore
March 08, 2021 06:41 - 14 minutes - 14.9 MBJoin your host, Mayur Ghatge as he talks about the book titled, "Kafka on the Shore" by Haruki Murakami. He goes through the book structure with spoiler-free plot overview and the philosophical underlaying basis to discusses the essence of the book. For listeners who have read the book, the last section of the episode discusses the theories/metaphorical meaning of the book. Email: booksnbrewpodcast_at_gmail.com.
Ep12 - Barrel Aged Beer
February 19, 2021 04:55 - 5 minutes - 12.6 MBJoin your host, Mayur Ghatge as he talks about Barrel Aged Beer. He deep dives into what exactly is barrel aging of beer, mechanism of barrel aging, and the significance of the oak used to make the barrels. Cheers! | Email: [email protected].
Ep11 - Power of Vulnerability
February 03, 2021 18:08 - 17 minutes - 18.2 MBWe often consider being vulnerable as a weakness and believe expressing emotions will not earn you your sense of belonging. Join your host, Mayur Ghatge as he talks about 3 ideas from the book titled, "Power of Vulnerability" by Brene Brown to discuss the upsides of embracing vulnerability and expressing emotions for successful relationships and wholehearted living. He discusses nuances of vulnerability, why we don't express our emotions and what constitutes as too much vulnerability. | Blink...
Ep10 - Coffee Beans
January 23, 2021 06:01 - 5 minutes - 13.4 MBJoin your host, Mayur Ghatge as he talks about two major type of coffee beans. He deep dives into the world of robusta and arabica coffee beans. He discusses their origin, difference, what to expect from their coffee and how can you consume it best! | Email: [email protected]. | Music by Rahul Thombare.
Ep09 - Atomic Habits
January 09, 2021 08:39 - 15 minutes - 16.6 MBWe often find ourselves not following through on our habits we set for ourselves but repeat the bad ones over and over again. Join your host, Mayur Ghatge as he talks about 3 ideas from the book titled, "Atomic Habits" by James Clear to discuss the importance of habits and how to build them. He discusses the importance of process-oriented thinking and how small improvements lead to significant achievements. Email: [email protected] Music by Rahul Thombare
Ep08 - Brewing Beer: Lager
December 20, 2020 06:30 - 7 minutes - 16.9 MBJoin your host, Mayur Ghatge as he talks about one of the most popular types of beer: Lagers. He deep dives into the world of lagers with basics of brewing them, its history, different types of lagers and how can you consume it best! Email: [email protected] Music by Rahul Thombare
Ep07 - Blink
December 06, 2020 07:18 - 15 minutes - 16.8 MBA lot of important decisions in life are made unconsciously in a blink of an eye and most of them are almost always right. Join your host, Mayur Ghatge as he talks about 3 ideas from the book titled, "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell to discuss the importance of unconscious decision making. He discusses the power of thinking without thinking through stories from the book. Email: [email protected] Music by Rahul Thombare
Ep06 - Rebel Sultans
October 23, 2020 22:21 - 17 minutes - 39.3 MBThe Deccan region is one of the most diverse, colorful and rich regions in the Indian subcontinent. It is most commonly known as home to the great Maratha warrior, Shivaji. But, this land has one of the most fascinating histories even before Shivaji. Join your host, Mayur Ghatge as he talks about 3 things from the book to walk through some fascinating stories from Deccan. He also dives into the intricacies of brewing Turkish Coffee. Email: [email protected] Music by Rahul Thombare
Ep05 - A Theory of Justice
September 03, 2020 21:03 - 19 minutes - 19.7 MBJustice plays a vital role in proper functioning of any society. American Philosopher John Rawls in his book, "A Theory of Justice" conceptualizes 2 principles of justice necessary to develop a fair and just society. Join your host, Mayur Ghatge while he talks about 3 ideas from the book to understand Rawlsian justice theory. He also dives into the "dark side" of beer brewing by taking stock of different types of stouts. Email: [email protected] Music by Rahul Thombare
Ep04 - Dictator's Handbook
July 06, 2020 02:53 - 18 minutes - 19.2 MBThere is no difference between an autocrat or a democrat! Only difference is the number of essential supporters it needs to stay in power which defines them as either (conventionally). Join your host, Mayur Ghatge where he talks about 3 ideas from the book: "Dictator's Handbook" to understand why rulers do what they do to stay in power. He also dives into the history of cafés in revolutions and protests against the establishment. Email: [email protected] Music by Rahul Thombare
Ep03 - Mathematics and Humor
May 27, 2020 22:52 - 17 minutes - 14.2 MBHumor plays a vital role to bring happiness in our lives. On the contrary, mathematics is often perceived as "cold" and limiting to human emotions. In this episode of Books 'n Brew, your host Mayur Ghatge talks about three ideas from a book called, "Mathematics and Humor" by John Allen Paulos. He talks on how mathematics plays a central role in construction of a joke and is actually empowering, not just for mathematicians but for everyone in all walks of their lives. He also takes you on a jo...
Books 'n Brew Ep02 - Jaya by Devdutt Pattanaik
May 09, 2020 18:32 - 26 minutes - 27.2 MBMahabharata is one of the great mythological epics from Indian subcontinent and has had a huge impact on the current day culture and beliefs in the region. Your host, Mayur Ghatge uses its most recent version called Jaya by Devdutt Pattanaik to discuss about the story while trying to comment on its true implications. Mayur also delves into coffee brewing with the Indian Filter Coffee! Cheers! Jaya: Filter Coffee Container: Music by Jason Shaw @ audionautix.com Contact:
Ep02 - Jaya (Mahabharata)
May 09, 2020 18:32 - 26 minutes - 27.2 MBMahabharata is one of the great mythological epics from Indian subcontinent and has had a huge impact on the current day culture and beliefs in the region. Your host, Mayur Ghatge uses its most recent version called Jaya by Devdutt Pattanaik to discuss about the story while trying to comment on its true implications. Mayur also delves into coffee brewing with the Indian Filter Coffee! Cheers! Jaya: Filter Coffee Container: Music by Jason Shaw @ audionautix.com Contact:
Books 'n Brew Ep01- Preview
May 01, 2020 23:33 - 1 minute - 3.13 MBStarting May 2020, Mayur Ghatge brings you Books 'n Brew, a monthly podcast series about books, coffee and beer! In each episode of Books 'n Brew I will talk about a book and coffee and beer brewing techniques from around the world. Tune into Books 'n Brew for your pursuit of knowledge on books, coffee and beer! Cheers! Logo by Chaitanya Deole Music by Jason Shaw at audionautix.com