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B.Tech is Broken? Reinventing Engineering for the Future Workforce | Naresh Dubbudu | #TGV642
Season 1 Episode 642
📘 Episode Summary
Naresh Dubbudu, award-winning educator, gold medalist from NIT Warangal, IIM Bangalore alumnus, and founder of Abhyaas Edu Technologies, returns to The Guiding Voice for an eye-opening conversation on the future of engineering education. From reimagining the B.Tech curriculum to busting myths about careers in tech, Naresh brings sharp insights, bold predictions, and actionable advice for students, educators, and industry leaders.
Naresh was one of our earliest guests on TGV3 and continues to believe in our mission. This episode is special not only because of his profound thoughts—but also because he's my schoolmate and a long-time supporter of The Guiding Voice!
🧠 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ Why the traditional B.Tech model is failing today's students
✅ The role of micro-credentials, interdisciplinary learning & data storytelling
✅ AI, ethics, and the new-age engineering curriculum
✅ Why institutions, not just students, are to blame for poor employability
✅ Must-have non-tech skills for future engineers
✅ Naresh’s take on India’s rising alt-education scene—Ashoka, Scaler, GUVI, and more
✅ Honest truths about education, career myths, and the real path to success
⚡ Rapid Fire Fun!
Naresh tackles wild and wonderful questions about curiosity, aliens, leadership, and the universe! Plus, his thoughts on:
- If he were Education Minister for a day
- A giant billboard message to the world
- One engineering myth he'd love to bust
- The most overhyped tech trend today
- His favorite book that changed everything
🎧 Why You Should Tune In
This episode is a must-listen if you're:
- A student or parent navigating engineering choices
- An educator or policymaker interested in reform
- Curious about how AI and behavioral science intersect with tech education
- Tired of the "degree equals job" narrative and seeking better alternatives
👤 Guest Bio – Naresh Dubbudu
Naresh Dubbudu is a gold medalist from NIT Warangal and an IIM Bangalore alumnus. He is the founder of Abhyaas Edu Technologies and a passionate educator on a mission to transform learning at scale. His initiatives—like Gyanville Academy and EdMark—have empowered tens of thousands of students. Naresh is a strategist, storyteller, and reformer redefining education for the next generation.
💬 Connect with Naresh Dubbudu:
🙏🏼 Special Thanks
To Naresh, for being one of our earliest believers and continuing to inspire. And to you, our listeners, for supporting The Guiding Voice through 500+ episodes and beyond.
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