In this episode of the SolFul Connections podcast, Amanda connects with neuroscientist Siddharth Ramakrishnan about the fascinating intersection of neuroscience and mysticism, particularly through the lens of tarot. Siddharth shares his journey from a technical background in computer science, his study of neuroscience, and embracing his artistic side through the creation of tarot cards. They discuss the importance of intuition, the role of art in science, cultural identity, and the significance of being open to new experiences. Siddharth also touches on spirituality, personal beliefs, and the neuroscience behind decision-making and intuition, culminating in insights from his upcoming book on the neuroscience of tarot.
About Siddharth Ramakrishnan:
Siddharth Ramakrishnan, PhD is a neuroscientist, artist, and educator. He is the Chair of Neuroscience and Professor of Biology at the University of Puget Sound and a recipient of the prestigious National Science Foundation CAREER award. His research spans developmental biology, neuroendocrinology and neuroethics. A Fellow of the UCLA Art|Sci center, his collaborations with artists have led to exhibitions and documentaries that blend the worlds of art and science highlighting topics like Hox genes, animal umwelts and biomimicry. He was also a Fellow at the Pragmatic Health Ethics Research Unit at Montreal (2019). He has had exhibits at MOCA Taipei (2013), the New School of Design (2012), Microwave New Media Festival (2011) and Symposium on Human-Dog Coevolution (2011).
An avid Tarot reader, he has designed and created the NeuroTarot deck based on the major arcana of Tarot and infused with neuroscience. He was the keynote speaker at NWTS 2023 and a panelist at the Masters of Tarot workshop (2023) with Mary K. Greer at Omega, Rhinebeck NY.
To get his book "The Neuroscience of Tarot", visit:
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