Neurons to Nirvana

Welcome to Neurons to Nirvana, a platform for creative forces who embrace the unconventional in the quest for artistry, humanity, innovation, health, and healing of the mind and soul.

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Episodes

Musings with Shane Mauss Part 1

It’s hard to take comedian, adventurer and science enthusiast Shane Mauss seriously as he proclaims he tries to work as little as possible when he sits down with Tom after hosting the Meet Delic two-day wellness event and in between producing and hosting two podcasts: Here We Are and Mind Under Matter. Speculate on his work ethic as you will, but be certain Shane pulls no punches in this interview as he dives into time travel, dissociative disorders, the evolution of his career and mental health...

Dec 09, 2021•48 min•Ep. 7

Advancements in Psychedelic Research with Dr. Markus Roggen

In this episode, Tom sits down with chemist Dr. Markus Roggen of Delic Labs to talk about his journey to help cannabis and psilocybin processors and researchers optimize their processes, make better products and uncover better data about psychedelics. Dr. Roggen and Tom discuss many of the different research projects that he has been involved in and the insights that he and his teams have been able to gain about extraction science, harvesting psychedelic mushrooms, and cannabinoid chemistry. Fin...

Nov 30, 2021•47 min•Ep. 6

Starting Points of San Pedro Cactus

Continuing his healing journey in South America, Tom offers a very personal recounting of his experiences in a San Pedro ceremony. San Pedro cactus, also known as huachuma (wa-choo’-ma), is a tall, fast-growing cactus that contains the psychedelic compound mescaline – and has been used for its powerful medicinal properties by South American peoples for thousands of years. The primary psychoactive compound is mescaline, considered a classical psychedelic because it causes physiological impacts th...

Nov 20, 2021•45 min•Ep. 5

Journey with Mother Aya

Ayahuasca, known as the vine of the soul, is a plant native to the Amazon region, brewed from a jungle vine into a tea, and has been used by shamans for centuries in healing ceremonies. Tom shares his very personal journey with Mother Aya when traveling to South America. Ayahuasca is a ceremonial experience. A shaman is a vital difference between recreation and medicine. When someone says they “drink Ayahuasca,” it inherently means to drink in ceremony. This episode is a two-sided account of Tom...

Nov 11, 2021•40 min•Ep. 4

Stories from the Stage with Joey Sommerville and Peter Stroud

Kindred spirits and newly found friends, Joey Sommerville (also known as Papa J, trumpeter extraordinaire) and Peter Stroud (legendary guitarist) sit down with Tom. Each artist offers their perspective on creativity, mortality, and friendship —all the while celebrating the power of music to heal and augment the human experience. Hear Peter’s uncanny connections to getting the gigs with Pete Droge, Sheryl Crow, and Don Henley and listen to the lyrics inspired by a parting friend, Ike Stubblefield...

Nov 02, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 3

Colors and Shapes of Ike Stubblefield

We lost one of the most diverse musicians on June 20, 2021. Ike Stubblefield was a master of the Hammond B-3 organ, Grammy award winner, and a driving force in the Atlanta music scene. The number of people Ike performed with during his career is mind-blowing: Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Four Tops, Eric Clapton, BB King, The Temptations, Quincy Jones, Rod Stewart, Jerry Garcia, Greg Allman, Colonel Bruce Hampton, Derek Trucks, Warren Haynes, and the list goes on! Before the pandemic, our host...

Oct 18, 2021•54 min•Ep. 2

The Genesis of Neurons to Nirvana

Host Tom Hartridge discusses what this podcast truly means. Hear why a thirst for knowledge and a passion for the unconventional has led him to talk with musicians, scientists, comedians and politicians, giving a voice to non-traditional ways to exist and thrive. From uplifting stories of how others have overcome their own trials and tribulations to discoveries in science, technological innovation and artistry, Tom describes the genesis of Neurons to Nirvana and what a listener can expect from t...

Oct 15, 2021•15 min

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