Prof. Jeevanjyoti Chakraborty on Curiosity, Chaos & Real Education #064

Let's know what you liked and learnt! In this powerful conversation, Prof. Jeevanjyoti Chakraborty of IIT Kharagpur breaks down something we all struggle with — how to really learn. Most of us study for exams, memorize formulas, follow structured notes… yet never develop the mental muscle of learning on our own. Prof. Jeevanjyoti explains why students today feel lost when confronted with uncertainty, why our schooling ignores curiosity, and why tinkering, breaking things, and exploring messiness is essential for growth. He talks about: – The curse of coaching and predefined learning paths – Why learning to learn is more important than any degree – How students can build “research instincts” early – Why mechanical engineering is deeply connected to biology – How India can rethink teacher training and lifelong professional upskilling – The need for continuous education for engineers, just like doctors He also shares deeply human moments—from his vulnerabilities as a professor to the mentors and mathematicians who shaped his thinking. This episode is a must-watch for students, parents, teachers, leaders and anyone who wants to stay relevant in a fast-changing world. Chapters 00:04:01 – Students Forget Professors Are Human 00:07:10 – Learning How to Learn Opens Your World 00:12:57 – Build Your Learning Muscle Slowly 00:21:44 – Words Are the Gateway to Knowledge 00:26:39 – India Needs a Culture of Tinkering 00:36:46 – Teachers Must Evolve How They Teach 00:39:39 – Professionals Must Keep Upgrading Themselves 00:49:27 – Success Is When I Impress Myself 00:49:44 – Time Management Solves Most Problems 00:50:23 – I’d Tell My Grandparents I’ve Done Okay 00:52:00 – Learn in Class — Don’t Postpone Learning This episode was made possible by the great folks at ⁠Effortless⁠ has been designed to be user-friendly, aiding you in your journey to streamline financial tasks. Experience the convenience of achieving e-Invoicing and E-way Bill Generation in just a couple of clicks, simplifying your business processes. , , , , , , , 🔗 Links & Resources: ContraMinds:

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This episode is 55:11 long.

This episode was published on Dec 11, 2025.

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