About Preethi’s Polambalgal: Somewhere Between Chennai and Melbourne
Life is a beautiful mess when you’re a mom of two, juggling sippy cups, code reviews, and cardio—all while adjusting to life between Chennai and Melbourne. Join Preethi, a full-time developer, part-time fitness warrior, and forever full-time amma, as she hilariously navigates motherhood, work-life chaos, and a social circle that mostly includes her husband (and sometimes the friendly barista).
In each episode, she shares her porattam (struggles) in a light-hearted way—whether it's managing Zoom meetings with a toddler on her lap, decoding school lunchbox drama, or trying (and failing) to find
Snow Way Out – A Mum's Road Trip Adventure to Mt Buller
Buckle up for chaos, cocoa, and cold toes as I take you on our 4-hour road trip from Melbourne to Mt Buller — with two kids, one over-packed car, and zero chill (literally).
From foggy mountain mornings that looked like a scene from a horror movie, to unexpected animal crossings and the endless "Are we there yet?" soundtrack, this trip had it all.
We survived:
❄️ Tantrums at 110km/hr
⛄ Our first tobogganing and skiing attempts (let’s just say we weren’t Olympic material)
🥶 Soggy mittens, snow fights, and ski-boot meltdowns
🌌 A return journey down pitch-black, horror-movie-worthy roads where the GPS lost hope before we did
Throw in some mum-mumbling, hot chips, and “Where’s the nearest toilet?” moments — and you’ve got a snow trip story that’s equal parts magical and mildly traumatic.
Tune in for laughs, parenting survival tips (don’t follow mine), and a snowy slice of Aussie road trip life.
17 Jul 2025
Food Polambalgal
“Food Polambalgal” Ever tried to make upma and ended up with edible cement? Struggled flipping dosais that defy gravity? In this episode of Food Polambalgal, I vent the daily chaos of South Indian cooking — the burns, the lumps, the never-ending kitchen clean-ups — all served with a side of gratitude.
But this isn’t just about culinary blunders. It’s a heartfelt reflection on privilege: being able to grumble about imperfect idlis while knowing millions can’t afford a single meal. I share my attempt to bridge that gap — creating an app that could tackle food insecurity and offer support to those in need. Spoiler: dreams collided with reality. Funding and time were tighter than maavu in a broken grinder.
Through burnt pans and broken plans, this episode is a reminder to be grateful for what’s on our plate and to share with those who don’t have one. Tune in for equal parts laughter, empathy, and a small dose of hope. 🍽️💬
25 Jun 2025
Fitness Polambalgal
Preethi explores the challenges and humorous internal conflicts of returning to office life in Melbourne, focusing on fitness pressures and navigating cultural expectations around appearance.
25 Jun 2025
Foreign Polambalgal
Preethi shares her humorous experiences searching for Tamil friends in Melbourne, highlighting the challenges of building community and finding familiar cultural connections abroad.
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