The Ordinary Maverick

Quantum physics and mechanics is one of the greatest discoveries and it includes fascinating concepts. We are surrounded by its application in our everyday lives. Learning about quantum mechanics is fun and the very definition tells us that everything comes in discrete amounts. Now how does this connect with long distance relationships? And how can we remain connected across distances in a meaningful way. Quantum entanglement is a fascinating concept. Join me on this podcast as I share some of my experience with long distance relationships and tips that worked including about quantum mechanics that played and continues to play an important role.Would love to get your feedback !

Our life revolves around questions. Think about it, from the time we enter this world and throughout our journey, it’s questions that carry us through. So, what are questions and how does a questioning life influence our journey. There’s a flip side to questioning when one is faced with a paradox of choice and the Maverick formula has helped us navigate better. We’ve done our fair share of questioning and had interesting experiences.  Join me on this  podcast as I share some of these experiences and my take on the most important questions one can ask as a Maverick.Would love to get your feedback !

Some phrases stick with you and relate more than others to you and your life. Shoestrings and empty nests are two such phrases for me. Of course, both mean entirely different things and have varying theories to their origins. Used in different contexts, a shoestring budget means to stretch monies and empty nests bring their own challenges but also new perspectives. Join me on this podcast to explore these phrases, experiences with shoestring vacations including a honeymoon and gardening as well as dealing with our own empty nest. Would love to get your feedback !

It’s springtime and the play of colors is astounding. Colors play such an integral role in our lives and our experiences and emotions. Coffee is a color too and a much-loved drink by many. The origins of coffee, types including the expensive ones and raising awareness about coffee sourcing and growing practices is so important. Strangely, some random combinations, like coffee and colors get inextricably linked and many such ‘combis’ in life weave and bind us together but also teach us so much.  Heard about the ketchup and mustard theory? Well, join me on this podcast as I share more on coffee, colors and fun anecdotes over the years.   Would love to get your feedback !

We are creatures of habit and going fast has become quite the norm. Everything must be done now or shall I say, yesterday! But how about slowing down, what does ‘slow your roll’ mean? And is this something we should even consider? Our experience in a white village gave us some insights about slowing down and being intentionally slow. Join me on this podcast as I speak about this experience and about a ‘life dashboard’ that can give us warning as well as ‘all clear’ signals and help steer our life’s path.Would love to get your feedback !

In this episode 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 me on this podcast as I speak about the ‘then what’ formula and how we can use it to get clarity and of course ‘happiness’.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 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 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 me on this interesting podcast as I share more on the same.Would love to get your feedback !

Is there something we may know, as “creating something out of nothing”, or is it just a phrase? Could it be linked to magic? Have you heard about Cloud spotting or a society for Cloud enthusiast? What about Upcycling? How do all of these link with what we do or don’t do? Join me in this podcast as I share my thoughts in creating something out of nothing.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 love to get your feedback !

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! Would love to get your feedback !

India, South Africa, Jamaica all cricket loving nations and guess what, all places where we’ve had the opportunity to live. Watching live games sitting on the grass or in the players box I always wondered is it just a game or is it more than that? Have you heard about ‘book cricket’? You know I was thinking about cricket and life and there’s so much similarity. Ever thought about it? Join me on this podcast as I share more on this topic.Would love to get your feedback !

Preparation is half the battle won. But how much does one prepare? and can one always be prepared?  Too much preparation will take the fun out of life. In fact, we’ll end up preparing so much that we may forget to just live! But don't you think it's important to prepare for death? Well, that's not as morbid as it sounds, you know. Preparing for the journey of life and most especially the final destination should be a priority, right? Join me on this podcast as I discuss the art of preparation, the aspect of disasters including COVID 19 and preparing for the most important journey we all are undertaking, Life.Would love to get your feedback !

Numismatics, what does this word mean? Some of you might have heard it and I am pretty sure that almost all of us have practiced this at some point in our lives. Do you know what is the emerging word of the year for 2021? Join me on this podcast as I discuss more on coins, two sides of a coin, emerging word of the year and the duality of it all with linkages to life. (I have been travelling quite a lot and therefore have been unable to record a fresh episode. Two sides of a coin still holds true in todays times and is being shared again. I hope to get back to recording new episodes soonest.)Would love to get your feedback !

“It is not the strongest of the species that survives, nor the mostintelligent, it is the one that is most adaptable to change.” Charles Darwin. What are the skills for adaptability? And will these play a role in us creating a new norm post thepandemic…will the new norm now…become the norm !!. The pandemic almost pushed us all into learning how to adapt…some of us did it better than others and some are still adapting. Join me on this podcast as I share more on this subject and how to navigate using the maverick way !Would love to get your feedback !

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 !

Connections...such a powerful word. We, humans are powered through connections. Think about it, our entire life, our very meaning is in connections. From the time we come into this world we are connected. Research has shown that the more connected we are, the more we thrive. On todays podcast  we have a special guest Avantika. Avantika belongs to the Generation Z and I belong to Generation X. Join me on this podcast for a very interesting discussion between the two generations ... her take and my take  on connections...how to make them, how to maintain them in the digital and physical realms, what is our understanding, is it same or different and key take aways.Would love to get your feedback !

Do you spend a considerable part of your morning, your day on doing what istermed as ‘Doomscrolling’? So what is Doomscrolling ? Join me on this podcast as I share more on this topic and also ways as a maverick to overcome the same. Would love to get your feedback !

The very definition of health includes physical, mental, emotional and spiritual but often the focus is on the physical and the other elements are relegated to the background. We often get into a rut, a monotony of sorts, and that affects our mental health and well being. Join me on this podcast as I share an interesting tidbit about the sea slug (wonder what's the connection?),  rejuvenation and reinvigoration. Would love to get your feedback !

There is something very fascinating about fishes and that extends to fish tanks. Have you heard of aquascaping and virtual aquariums? What can we learn from fishes and how can it be applied in our lives? Join me on this podcast as i share more on the same ! Would love to get your feedback !

We all are familiar with the term debts. And I am sure we’ve all experienced paying back debts or loans at different times, with different conditions etc. Join me on this podcast as I share with you my take on debts and I call it the "Life's soft debts" where one builds the debt bank and increases ones happiness quotient.Would love to get your feedback !

Memories give us life changing moments, but what about tangible memories ? Join me on this podcast as I share my personal experience and a take on bringing those happy, not so happy memories back, and specially the tangible ones.Would love to get your feedback !

Horse’s  ass, shortage of beer...the interconnectedness and interdependency that we all have in this world is very real. Join me on this podcast as I share more including an interesting aspect of Risk interconnectivity !Would love to get your feedback !

Horse’s  ass, shortage of beer...the interconnectedness and interdependency that we all have in this world is very real. Join me on this podcast as I share more including an interesting aspect of Risk interconnectivity !Would love to get your feedback !

Why would one fail to succeed, right? Well, think about it, life’s biggest failures are often the foundation stones for life’s biggest successes. Today’s episode is extra special. We have a young guest Niharika on the show! Another maverick sharing her own perspectives on failing to succeed. Would love to get your feedback !

We hear about going full circle, do the 360. How does this link with the wheel of life? Join me on this podcast as I share a personal story on going back full circle, doing the 360 and the impact it can have.Would love to get your feedback !

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 !

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 !

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 !

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 !

Waterfalls, so majestic, awe inspiring and so much to learn and take away from. There’s an intrinsic link with life and learnings from waterfalls. Think about it, water always finds its way to the final destination. Join me on this episode as I share my experiences with waterfalls from different parts of the world and how these have influenced our thinking and navigation in life.  Would love to get your feedback !

Ever wonder how birdwatching can influence one’s thinking and support bonding? Have you heard about bird therapy and bird lists? Join me on this episode as I share my personal experiences with bird watching and how it’s enriched our lives.  Would love to get your feedback !

Humour and real life -- The power of laughter and the humour in real life situations, something to think about. What is gelotology and a humour bank? Listen to this episode to know more including some tips on coping with laughter.Would love to get your feedback !

Ever wondered how having a powerful USP is so important? Now we know businesses have USPs, right? Join me as I put forward a Maverick twist to USP – unique solution to problems sharing some real life examples including having your entire house go up in smoke!Would love to get your feedback !

How many of us have experienced falling from the sky, literally? Yes, jumping out of a plane, taking that risk but with conviction that the landing will be smooth. Ever wondered how that relates to the journey of life? Listen to the podcast for some insights and a little bit about parenting!Would love to get your feedback !

Ever thought about how rafting and navigating life are very similar? Are you familiar with the Prism effect?Join me on this podcast where I recount memories of a life changing rafting trip and reflections that bring learnings using the Maverick approach.Would love to get your feedback !

What is the Maverick formula?  How did it come about and how does one apply it?   Life’s journey is full of twists and turns, crossroads and curves, join me on my podcasts as I share some practical tips and insights facilitating successful navigation. Re-sharing this episode published on 3rd October 2019. Would love to get your feedback !

Sharing the introduction for those who would like to join me on this journey. The Ordinary Maverick, what do these two words bring to your mind? Can someone be ordinary and yet a maverick?  Can you learn to be a Maverick? Is there a Formula ? Can it be applicable to everyone? Curious?  Find out more as I share experiences.Would love to get your feedback !