The Ordinary Maverick

The last podcast for February and our final exploration of the word of the month ‘pursuit’. This time we explore the pursuit for happiness. Happiness, such a complex and simple word at the same time with each one of us perceiving it differently too. We often spend a lifetime in the pursuit of happiness, feeling glimpses of it but somehow always feeling that we need to pursue even more! Well, join...

It’s a phrase we have all heard many times, Knowledge is Power. And often enough, knowledge gets intertwined with education as they are so inextricably linked. So, continuing with our word for February, ‘Pursuit’… this podcast focuses on our lifetime pursuit of knowledge and education, getting diplomas and degrees, right? But that’s really about education. Now, does that translate to knowledge? An...

Passion. A word with many meanings and stories too! We are all passionate about some things or someone in our lives and it’s this passion that provides fuel to the fire, to our lives. Passions change and one can have multiple passions through their lives and even at the same time. And then when passion links with purpose, it’s the most powerful driving force. As a young adult starting off in life,...

We are in February, the second month of the year. Fellow Mavericks, the word for this month is Pursuit. It’s an interesting word with many implications. This podcast episodes explores the dimensions of pursuit for excellence. Lifetimes are spent in this endeavour, lots is gained yes, but a lot is lost too. How do we balance this gain and loss pendulum and still achieve success on our pursuit for e...

It’s the final podcast for January, and we are at the end of the series linked with the word of the month, Curiosity and the alphabet, C. This podcast centers around the words, Camaraderie, Collaboration and Courage. Such powerful and interesting words on their own but even more so, when interconnected. Our quarantine experience and conviction towards a public health program and shared experiences...

So, the words for this podcast are Chameleons, Changing contexts, still continuing with the alphabet ‘C’ series and our word for the month, Curiosity. Chameleons are fascinating and so very distinctive in their unique traits. Very adaptable with stereoscopic vision and we can learn so much from them. Ever thought about it? Being slow to be fast and then focus and move forward, just like a chameleo...

Continuing with the alphabet ‘C’ for my podcasts, the word for this episode is Contentment. What does the word mean to you and how can one be content? Celebrating harvests, thanksgiving and other festivals with family and friends is in practice since time immemorial and there is something to learn from these practices and the link to contentment. Join me on this podcast as I share more on contentm...

We are into the second week of 2022 and the feeling of newness and anticipation still persists. A superb feeling in the din of the new covid variant which continues to create havoc in many places. So why not start the new year with a word for each month? And what about Skyscrapers, where did it all start and why? And then there are the conundrums, of life and also with Skyscrapers. Curious? Join m...

A very happy new year dear listeners. How did you kick start your new year? Partying all night like there is no tomorrow or being at home celebrating with family and friends? Although it may be a different kind of celebration for each one of us but it is still special. Why have the Gen X, Y and Z’s pressed the reset button and how are they navigating and prioritizing their lives?. Have you heard o...

It’s the holiday season, a time for reflection and expectations. 2021 was quite the year, full of varied experiences including turning us all into science geeks. But its holiday time now and gift giving and receiving is a highlight for sure. But how about gifting experiences? It’s also the time when resolutions get firmed up and usually lasting a week at best! Join me on this podcast as I discuss...

The famous sentence “Winter is coming” conveys change is coming! Change can the predictable, unpredictable, gradual or instant. How can we embrace change and make our lives richer and learn how to weather the storm? I feel a resilience bank and approaching life as a train journey with the starting point, the end point and several stops in between may help.  Join me on this very interesting podcast...

Have you heard about kloofing and have you done it? Is jumping into a deep dark pool and taking the plunge similar to taking calculated risks in life...well, one can't gain without taking risks, right? Join me on this podcast as I share my personal experience with kloofing and risk taking. Would love to get your feedback !

I am continuing from where I left off in my earlier episode on thinking small to think big. Worldwide hunger is a real issue and action needs to be taken. What’s your take on the interesting exchange on Twitter between David and Elon Musk? Exercise snacking another new concept. What are Blue Zones and are you living in one? Join me on this podcast as I speak about these issues and more. Would love...

Fluid intel, chance encounters, the oldest game in history, chess and the most important person for a plane to fly.  Join me on this podcast as I share some interesting facts !  Would love to get your feedback !

Like the human vital signs, are you aware of the vital signs for our planet? How are we faring? Is it looking good or not? Do you know how many varieties of rice is grown in Bangladesh? and how does rice contribute to the planet’s vital signs? And what about terrace orchards? Join me on this podcast to know more about these vital signs and how thinking small to thinking big is the key.  Would love...

Life experiences that one hopes never repeats but yet it leaves an indelible imprint in your mind? Unlocking the power of the human spirit can be the most life changing experience. Kindness is reciprocal. You give it and you receive it, no questions asked and with no expectations of any return. Would love to get your feedback !

Asking the right question is both an art and a science. Some may say we are born with it or maybe it can be inculcated? “Pop the question” aka “Will you marry me?” is one of the world’s most common idiom. Do we know its history? How did it evolve to take the pole position? Join me on this podcast as I share my own experience of popping the question and some tips and my take on this important topic...

We all have a unique gift, right or no? just like one builds a unique one of a kind product and in the process leaves a legacy. Join me on this podcast as I share my experience with a one of a kind custom built product as well as an interesting story on Hagoromo chalk, the world’s most famous chalk.   Would love to get your feedback !

We’ve all tried hard and perhaps also been guilty at some point in our life in our quest for perfection. Maybe the degrees of perfection vary from person to person? But is there something we know as perfection or is it a mirage? Is it really perfection that we seek or is it something else? Join me on this podcast as I share my take and my experiences in life, in the “Quest for Perfection”. Would l...

One’s world view depends on the surroundings, our childhood, events that shape us and people that influence us amongst other factors.  Gender rights and equality continue to challenge us. Individually we’re all responsible for our own thoughts and actions – all day, every day. Join me on this podcast as I share the Tuk Tuk story and more on women power including how we can all ‘Choose to Challenge...

What is it with lighthouses, relationships and connections! How the connections thrive and grow? Do we need to keep servicing our connections just like we do for our machines? How to develop our lighthouse for relationships and nurture it? Can science help in tracing our connections? Join me on this podcast as I will share a well-rounded thought process that will help in connecting the dots!  Woul...

Imagine lying flat on your back for 129,600 minutes. Intrigued?  Yes, it was quite an experience and even after several decades, that time stands out for me. Several thoughts and learnings but three of these stand out. Join me on this podcast as I share more. Would love to get your feedback !

Here are few fun questions for you ‘How many piano tuners are there in Chicago?’ or How many people are using cell phones right now in the world? or How many sheep would it take for every person in the world to have a wool sweater? Seems like impossible questions to answer…right? Is there something we can do or is there some way for us to piece together what is mostly unknown or challenging?  Join...

Parties and themes…really? is that what I want to talk about? I do know that it’s been a very tough 18 months or so given Covid19 and its challenges. We have been unable to even meet therefore where is the question of having a party? But think about it  parties and particularly theme parties have a lot to teach us. Join me on this podcast as I share more.  Would love to get your feedback !

We live in communities and neighbours are so much a part of our lives. Neighbours facilitate relationships and friendships. But how does one get to know our neighbours? And how does this impact on our wellbeing? Join me on this episode as I share my experiences with neighbours as we traveled and stayed in different places. Would love to get your feedback !