BEYOND THE OBVIOUS

COMMUNICATION GAP - A FUNNY ANECDOTE One day a little guy came to his dad and asked him what is sex. The father was thrilled, shocked, flummoxed, flabbergasted and took him to a private room and told him all about sex with the help of the biology book: Childbirth Reproduction Adam & Eve story for about half an hour Finally, the little boy wanted to know where to write all this because a small...

ABOUT THE POEM : In this poem, a young woman expresses her profound devotion to her beloved to her dear friend. She compares the beauty of their love to the enchanting sight of the moon reflecting upon the sea and the ethereal waterfalls cascading down majestic mountains. She sees her lover as a radiant sun and her own shoulders as graceful as nerunji flowers. With unwavering affection, she confid...

 HEALTH AND FITNESS - EXERCISE PART SIX sweat : The physical process of perspiring or excreting moisture from the pores of the skin, usually as a result of physical exertion, elevated body temperature or emotional stress. Tabata™ : Tabata is a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout method developed by Japanese scientist Dr. Izumi Tabata. It consists of short bursts of intense exercise fol...

ABOUT THE POEM: The essence of the poem FORSAKEN FLEETING VOWS, a translated version of a poem from Tamil Literature lies in the tender affection and promise shared between two lovers. The lover adores the flowing hair of the beloved, expressing a deep attachment. He assures her that when she attains maturity, she will become a cherished presence in his home. The lover hails from the hills. Akin t...

HEALTH AND FITNESS - EXERCISE PART FIVE push-up: A type of exercise where a person lies facing the ground and pushes their body up using their arms, primarily targeting the chest, shoulders and triceps. regimen: A prescribed set of activities, exercises or behaviors followed regularly to achieve a specific goal, often related to health or fitness. rep: Short for repetition, it refers to the comple...

ABOUT THE POEM: The poem speaks about the notion that marriages are predetermined and questions our ability to judge the worthiness of a groom and the soothsayer’s premonition of the proposed marriage. It portrays a daughter who defies the predictions of a fortune teller and ponders her choice of the groom while gazing at the blue lilies of spring with a heavy heart and shedding tears copiously. I...

HEALTH AND FITNESS - EXERCISE PART FOUR Mountain climber : A mountain climber is a person who engages in the sport or activity of climbing mountains, usually for recreational or professional purposes. They use various techniques and equipment to ascend and descend mountains. Pant (noun) : A pant refers to a garment worn on the lower body, typically covering each leg separately. It is commonly used...

ABOUT THE POEM : This poem LOVER OF THE LITTORAL LAND is a translated version of a poem from Tamil Literature that expresses a sense of solitude and melancholy of a girl. It describes the birds finding their roost, the flowers closing and the desolate woods by the shore. The sky is portrayed as dizzy, mirroring the girl’s own state of mind. As the day fades and darkness takes over, the speaker lon...

HEALTH AND FITNESS - EXERCISE PART THREE Health spa : A health spa is a facility that offers various treatments, therapies and activities aimed at improving and promoting physical health and well-being. It often includes amenities such as saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, massages and fitness classes. Interval : An interval refers to a specific period of time or a space between two events or points....

ABOUT THE POEM : The poem conveys the idea that the words and virtues of the speaker's beloved are incredibly delightful, like sweet nectar. However, the speaker recognizes that love, despite its allure, can also bring about frustration on separation. Therefore, the speaker advises those who possess some wisdom to avoid getting entangled in the complexities of love. The essence of the poem lie...

HEALTH AND FITNESS - EXERCISE PART TWO Circuit training : A form of exercise that involves performing a series of different exercises in a specific order, typically targeting different muscle groups, with minimal rest between each exercise. It is designed to improve strength, endurance and overall fitness. CrossFit ™: CrossFit™ is a branded fitness regimen created by Greg Glassman. It combines ele...

ABOUT THE POEM : The poem titled MYSTERIES OF LOVE is a translated version of a poem from Tamil literature. This poem reflects upon a change in perception and love between two individuals. In the past, the speaker's friend offered her loved one bitter neem fruit but the lover saw it as a sweet lump of sugar, symbolizing their positive interpretation of even unpleasant gestures. However, in the...

HEALTH AND FITNESS - EXERCISE - PART ONE a breath of (fresh) air : This phrase is often used figuratively to describe something or someone that brings a refreshing change or new perspective. It refers to encountering something invigorating or different, much like taking a deep breath of fresh air. activity tracker : An activity tracker is a device or application that monitors and records various p...

ABOUT THE POEM :  The poem titled FIERY YEARNING is a translated version of a poem from Tamil literature. The poem describes how the girl's friend explains to her sweetheart on her insistence that her friend has become pale and lost her beauty due to the actions of her lover. She complains that her arms have grown thin and frail causing her bangles to slip off. The girl's friend informs he...

HOBBIES - ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS - PART SIX stamp collecting - a hobby of collecting and studying postage stamps, covers and other related materials. sudoku - a puzzle game that involves filling a grid of squares with numbers in a way that each row, column and region contains all of the numbers from 1 to 9. track - a prepared course or path for running, racing, or other athletic activities. trai...

ABOUT THE POEM: The poem titled WILL HE MAKE ME HAPPY?  is a translated version of a poem from Tamil literature that describes with great lucidity the anguish of a woman with tearful eyes that resemble dark blue water lilies after her lover left her. The speaker hopes that he will return to wipe away her tears. The lover had gone through a difficult journey through a sun-beaten, arid wilderness wh...

HOBBIES - ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS - PART FIVE reading - the act of looking at and understanding written or printed words relax - to become less tense, anxious or  to rest or take things easy reserve - to set aside or keep for a particular purpose or person; a supply of something that is kept for future use riding - the act of sitting on and controlling the movement of an animal or vehicle, such a...

SHOPPING - ONLINE SHOPPING - PART ONE back order (noun): a request for a product that is out of stock and will be delivered later when it becomes available. back-order (verb): to place an order for a product that is currently out of stock and will be delivered later. Bid (noun) an offer to buy or sell a product or service, usually in an auction or competitive bidding environment. bid (verb)to make...

ABOUT THE POEM: This is a translated version of a fascinating poem from Tamil literature "MONSOON'S FURY: A LOVE STRANDED". It is a serious complaint made by a girl to her friend about her husband who left her in the lurch and went to a distant land. The monsoon terrifies her to the core and genuinely wants to know that the monsoon’s tempestuous pour and the loud thunderous roar threaten him too....

SHOPPING - DEPARTMENTS IN STORES - PART TWO Gadget : a small device or tool that has a specific practical use, often one that is novel or innovative. Game : an activity that one engages in for amusement or recreation, typically involving a contest or competition. Gift : something given to someone voluntarily without payment in return, often to mark a special occasion or to show appreciation and se...

ABOUT THE POEM: This is a translated version of a mesmerizing poem from Tamil literature "THE PRANKSTER PARAMOUR" . It is about what a girl complained to her friend about the wayward nature of her lover. He was actually a bully of the past and on one occasion he came asking for a beverage of water so cool and her innocent mother asked her to pour water from the cup of gold. However, at that point,...

SHOPPING - DEPARTMENTS IN STORES - PART ONE In today’s Podcat a lexicon belonging to the field of -Shopping - Departments In Stores - Part One will be introduced so as to enable the listeners to enhance their  Vocabulary. In language learning, vocabulary is an essential aspect, as building a robust vocabulary is crucial to being able to communicate effectively and accurately. The size of one'...

ABOUT THE POEM: This is a translated version of a fascinating poem from Tamil literature "YEARNING FOR LOVE - A WIFE'S LAMENT”. It is about what the wife said to her friend yearning for her husband’s companionship and expressing her displeasure about his intention to seek wealth greedily. The beautiful wife, in the first part of the poem talks about the lovely Spring season in its full grandeur. S...

SHOPPING - PAYING FOR SHOPPING - PART THREE price : the amount of money asked for or charged for a product or service profit margin: the difference between the cost of a product and its selling price, expressed as a percentage purchase : the act of buying something rate : the amount of a particular charge or payment expressed as a percentage of a particular sum of money receipt : a written or prin...

ABOUT THE POEM: This is a translated version of a bewitching poem from Tamil literature LOVE AND MELANCHOLY-A DUALITY. It is about what the servants told the husband, their master on the successful completion of his mission and his flag flying high after a great combat with enemies. The servants in the first part of the poem talk about the retreat from war and how the elephants are still in their...