Backstage Ep 1: Enduring Value of Humanities in Tech-Driven World | Ft. Rishi Jaitly, Robert Newman

In this episode of Backstage, host Abhinav Kejriwal interacts with Rishi Jaitly, Founder, Virginia Tech Institute for Leadership in Tech and Robert D. Newman, President, National Humanities Center about the importance of humanities in today's society and the interplay between humanities and technology.
Dr. Newman argues that the humanities have been mischaracterized as not having economic value, and that the skills taught by the humanities are essential for success in a variety of fields. He emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, communication, and storytelling in a world increasingly reliant on technology.
Rishi agreeing with Dr. Newman, adds that the humanities help us understand the human condition and challenge the status quo. He highlights the fact that many successful entrepreneurs, including Steve Jobs, came from humanities backgrounds.
The conversation then turns to the question of why fewer students are majoring in the humanities today. Dr. Newman suggests that this may be due to a misperception about the value of the humanities, and that there is a need to better communicate the benefits of a humanities education.
Overall, the episode highlights the importance of the humanities in a society today that is often too focused on technology. It argues that the humanities provide essential skills for success in the workplace, and that they help us to better understand ourselves and the world around us.
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