Opinion | Humanities' Unexpected Rise In The Digital Age

Shantanu Deshpande, founder of Bombay Shaving Company, notably lacks a profile picture on LinkedIn. Yet, his face has become familiar on social media. Recently, he shared his motivation for starting a podcast and talk show: to create organic brand awareness. His show, The Barbershop, is a platform for in-depth discussions about entrepreneurship, lifestyle, and ideologies.

Deshpande represents a new trend among founders who, in addition to technical skills and business acumen, must master storytelling and create engaging content—skills traditionally linked to the humanities.

Decades ago, humanities were often dismissed as students flocked to science majors. While tech education remains a top career choice, there's an increasing need for holistic education that combines tech with humanities.