Zeitgeist - The Media Conference

Rooted in stories, conversations and fearless expression, Arré is where ideas turn into movements and content becomes culture. From web series and documentaries to podcasts, social experiments and sharp digital narratives, they create work that makes people think, question and connect. With Arré Voice as a space for bold opinions and unfiltered conversations, they continue to build communities through powerful storytelling. We’re proud to have Arré Voice as a sponsor for Zeitgeist and to share a common belief in the impact of meaningful media. 🎙️✨

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💡 Advertising That Shapes Culture
Kiran Khalap, Mihir Chitre, and Mansi Shah take the conversation deep into the world of advertising, moving past catchy campaigns and slogans. This session unpacks the responsibility of advertising in influencing behaviour, shaping culture, and navigating a media landscape flooded with messages, insights, and ideas 📢💡
⏰ 1-1:40PM

[advertising, brand culture, creative influence, media and society, storytelling, pop culture, zeitgeist, college fest, xavier]

🏛️ Journalism, Governance & Public Policy: Insights from the Field
Jaideep Hardikar, Kaustubh Dhavse, and Prasanna Joshi bring perspectives from journalism, governance, and public policy to the forefront. With grounded insights shaped by field reporting, decision-making within systems, and real-world experience, this session offers a deep understanding of how media, policy, and society intersect 📰⚖️
⏰3:40-4:20 PM

[journalism, governance, public policy, media ethics, civic discourse, democracy, real world insights, zeitgeist, xavier]