The Hive Podcasts

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The hive is a performing arts space in the UAE that dedicates itself to helping young people find their voices and trains them in public speaking and drama. We, at the hive, believe that it is important to speak up about the things you care for. This is a collection of podcasts for kids, by kids.

  1. 12/26/2025

    Friendship Ambassadors - The Answer To Lonely Kids? by Ahana Kothare

    New school, new faces, and the fear of sitting alone. Ahana dives into the complexities of school social dynamics, from the "Friendship Bench" to the lasting effects of bullying. She discusses why connection matters and challenges us all to be the one who reaches out first.

    7 min

  2. 11/01/2025

    Work in Progress: Why Kids Should Be Allowed to Get Jobs by Atharv Pundir

    Host Atharv Pundir argues that if kids are capable of taking on adult responsibilities, they should be allowed to get age-appropriate jobs. He shares the story of a young boy working in a tea stall to highlight the need for safe, legal work that can help families. Atharv makes a powerful case for the government to create rules allowing kids to work in safe environments, emphasizing three core benefits: gaining real-world experience and skills (like emailing or meeting etiquette), the ability to earn money for necessities and education, and developing responsibility to better prepare them for the future.

    3 min

  3. 11/01/2025

    Beyond the Ball: Do Sports Stars Get Paid Too Much? by Alicia Jaradi

    When a sports star earns more in a week than a doctor earns in a decade, is that fair? Host Alicia Jaradi dives into the massive salaries of athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo to explore the argument that they are overpaid. She balances the massive revenue and entertainment value athletes bring to a huge industry with the ethical dilemma of prioritizing entertainment over essential roles like teachers, doctors, and firefighters. Alicia concludes that while athletes deserve credit for their hard work and short careers, the current system is misaligned and needs to find a better way to value all kinds of effort and skill.

    4 min

  4. 11/01/2025

    Too Young for the Timeline? The Social Media Dilemma by Akshiti Jain

    When is it safe for a child to be on social media? Host Akshiti Jain explores the complex debate, sharing her personal experience with body image issues sparked by filtered influencer posts and the pressure of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) to stay relevant among friends. Akshiti highlights the dangers of unregulated content promoting unhealthy habits and the lack of parental control, arguing that while social media helps teens connect, it's crucial for parents to guide children to understand that true confidence comes from real life, not from likes and edited pictures.

    11 min

  5. 11/01/2025

    Why Smart Kids Need a Challenge: Making School Work for Everyone by Aadhyatm Tak

    When school work feels too easy, where do smart, quick-learning kids go? Host Aadhyatm Tak argues that schools need to better challenge students who find the standard curriculum unengaging, referencing his own experience of losing best friends who left to find more stimulating environments. He makes a strong case for implementing set-based learning to ensure every student—whether they're struggling or excelling - can learn at their own pace while being pushed just outside their comfort zone. Aadhyatm believes this approach not only helps slower students but is vital for keeping high-achieving students motivated and on track for a bright future.

    3 min

  6. 11/01/2025

    Back to Basics: The School Rules That Need to Change by Aarya Bellur

    From mountains of homework to chaos in the bathroom, young host Aarya Bellur tackles the rules and realities of school life that she believes are unfair and counterproductive. She argues that homework should be significantly reduced so students can actually rest, compulsory language classes should become optional, bullying should have zero tolerance, and school bathrooms should be used as bathrooms, not just hangouts. Aarya makes the case for changes that would transform school from a place to just survive into a place where every student can safely and effectively learn.

    3 min

  7. 11/01/2025

    The Wardrobing Problem: Why Cheating Returns Must Stop by Veer Gosalia

    Have you ever used a product and then returned it for a full refund? Young host Veer Gosalia shines a light on "wardrobing," a type of return fraud that costs big companies and even small businesses a fortune. He uses examples from Amazon's flexible return policy and AppleCare Plus to show how easy it is for customers and even influencers to take advantage of the system for free entertainment or cheaper replacements. Veer argues that while returns are acceptable, cheating and exploiting these generous policies must be taken seriously to protect companies and the drivers and staff who work hard to deliver our products.

    5 min

  8. 11/01/2025

    The Superpower of Learning: Why Different is Better by Twisha Bhargava

    Have you ever felt "not smart enough" in a classroom? Young host Twisha Bhargava tackles the frustration of traditional education, arguing that just because a student struggles with one teaching style doesn't mean they're incapable - they're just unique. She passionately explains that everyone has a different "learning superpower" (visual, auditory, kinesthetic), and she calls for schools to move beyond the "one-size-fits-all" approach. Twisha encourages students to discover and use their unique learning style to build confidence, find motivation, and ultimately realize they aren't "bad" at school—they're just built differently.

    7 min
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The hive is a performing arts space in the UAE that dedicates itself to helping young people find their voices and trains them in public speaking and drama. We, at the hive, believe that it is important to speak up about the things you care for. This is a collection of podcasts for kids, by kids.

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  • Creator
    Malavika Varadan
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    487
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Malavika Varadan
  • Show Website
    The Hive Podcasts