Beyond The Gavel

Beyond The Gavel
Podcast Description
Welcome to Beyond the Gavel, the official podcast of The Teen Debater, an innovative community dedicated to revolutionizing debate education for students across India. At "Beyond the Gavel," we dive deep into the intricate world of debate and discourse. Each episode unpacks current world events with detailed analyses to enhance our listeners' understanding of global issues, preparing them for any debate stage.We explore the myriad facets of debating, covering various formats and providing practical tips and strategies. Our podcast serves as a platform for expert interviews, featuring seasoned debaters, educators, and professionals who share their insights on everything from debate theory to practical career advice.Beyond the Gavel transcends traditional debate topics, exploring a wide range of subjects that leverage debate skills for personal and academic growth. We discuss related areas such as college applications, essay writing, and broader topics like theater, public policy, and even philosophy.Each episode is crafted to not only educate but also to entertain, blending discussions on serious topics with lighter, engaging content on current debate trends. Central to our mission is promoting a global debate culture, highlighting stories that showcase debate as a tool for social mobility and change, making it accessible to all, especially the underprivileged.Join us at Beyond the Gavel as we explore, discuss, and unfold the dynamic world of debating, fostering a community that supports and inspires the next generation of global thinkers and leaders. Tune in to transform the way you think and speak, one argument at a time.
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Content Themes
This podcast covers essential themes related to debate education, personal growth, and academic success. Examples of episode topics include the impact of societal expectations on mental health, managing diverse interests through MUN participation, and leveraging debate experiences for college applications, emphasizing skills like critical thinking and effective communication.

Welcome to Beyond the Gavel, the official podcast of The Teen Debater, an innovative community dedicated to revolutionizing debate education for students across India. At “Beyond the Gavel,” we dive deep into the intricate world of debate and discourse. Each episode unpacks current world events with detailed analyses to enhance our listeners’ understanding of global issues, preparing them for any debate stage.
We explore the myriad facets of debating, covering various formats and providing practical tips and strategies. Our podcast serves as a platform for expert interviews, featuring seasoned debaters, educators, and professionals who share their insights on everything from debate theory to practical career advice.
Beyond the Gavel transcends traditional debate topics, exploring a wide range of subjects that leverage debate skills for personal and academic growth. We discuss related areas such as college applications, essay writing, and broader topics like theater, public policy, and even philosophy.
Each episode is crafted to not only educate but also to entertain, blending discussions on serious topics with lighter, engaging content on current debate trends. Central to our mission is promoting a global debate culture, highlighting stories that showcase debate as a tool for social mobility and change, making it accessible to all, especially the underprivileged.
Join us at Beyond the Gavel as we explore, discuss, and unfold the dynamic world of debating, fostering a community that supports and inspires the next generation of global thinkers and leaders. Tune in to transform the way you think and speak, one argument at a time.
🎙️ Welcome to Season Two Episode Three—AI and Creativity with Ms. Niyati Mehdiratta of Beyond the Gavel! In this episode, Ms. Mehdiratta explores the profound ways artificial intelligence is reshaping creative practice. Drawing on her own journey in visual media and digital design, she reflects on her background with art, from early experiments in traditional painting to leading-edge work in generative media. Listeners will hear how AI integration has influenced her day-to-day progress, sparking breakthroughs in concept development even as it raises questions about originality.
The conversation delves into thorny plagiarism and ownership issues, with Ms. Mehdiratta sharing real-world examples of when machine-assisted outputs challenged conventional notions of authorship. She weighs in on whether AI poses a threat to human creativity, outlining her stance and proposing concrete solutions for safeguarding integrity—such as transparent attribution practices and hybrid workflows that blend human insight with algorithmic power. Finally, she looks to the horizon with expectations of the future, imagining how emerging AI tools might evolve education, storytelling, and the arts, and offering guidance for young creators eager to harness technology responsibly.
🎧 Tune in to S2E3: AI and Creativity with Ms. Niyati Mehdiratta and join us as we push the conversation beyond the gavel!

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