Why make a Podcast for science and engineering careers?
The Professor Mahesh Podcast is a trusted guide for students and parents navigating careers in engineering and science. With over 100,000 subscribers, it has become one of India’s most followed education podcasts.
Anchored by Prof. Mahesh V. Panchagnula, Professor in the Department of Applied Mechanics and Biomedical Engineering and Head of the Center of Excellence in Sports Science and Analytics (CESSA) at IIT Madras, the podcast reflects his deep commitment to guiding students and families. Having also served as Dean at IIT Madras, Prof. Mahesh brings not just academic expertise but decades of mentorship and institution-building experience—making each conversation both insightful and grounded in reality.
Each episode (typically an hour or more) explores:
What sets this podcast apart is its commitment to credible, validated insights directly from experts—cutting through myths, hearsay, and misinformation. Students and parents can also engage actively through comment sections across social platforms, where questions are answered thoughtfully.
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"A huge thank you, Prof. Mahesh, for launching this podcast series—it’s a goldmine of knowledge!"
"What an amazing interview between two great professors! Much about railway systems to be learnt."
"Every single episode is enriched with knowledge and inspiration. Keep up the good work. Hope it reaches to the masses in India and specially to our students"
"Particularly in an era where everyone wants to do AI&ML, it is valuable to see your guests espouse the importance and challenges in other engineering fields."
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