In this inspiring episode of #UnstoppableWoman, host Shailja Saraswati interviews renowned classical musician and artist Nirali Kartik. Nirali talks about her early passion for music, nurtured by a musical family environment, and her journey into classical music despite not coming from a hardcore classical music family.  She discusses the importance of discipline, the joy of learning, and the experience of creating and collaborating through her innovative platform, Maati Baani, with her husband. Together, they fuse diverse musical genres, spotlighting folk music and bringing it to the global stage. Nirali also touches on the impact of AI on the arts, her views on patience and persistence, and offers insightful advice for aspiring musicians.  Don’t miss this episode as she shares her experiences performing globally, the essence of different ragas, and the unstoppable spirit that drives her artistic endeavours. 00:00 Introduction 01:30 Meet Nirali Kartik: A Musical Journey 01:52 Early Musical Influences and Training 05:02 The Importance of Discipline in Music 10:20 Creating Maati Baani: A Fusion of Worlds 17:46 The Role of Patience and Persistence in Art 23:51 Debating the Role of AI in Art 24:38 Empowerment Through AI 26:23 Travel and Concerts 26:58 Coping with Tough Days 28:17 Social Media and Mental Health 29:57 Current and Future Projects 30:42 Hobbies and Interests 31:32 Quick Bites: Fun Questions 38:11 The Unstoppable Spirit 41:09 Conclusion and Farewell