Exploring how altered states reshape perception, spark imagination, and rewire the mindAbout this Event
A Conversation on W**d, Psychedelics, and the Brain
Join a neuroscientist and cannabis industry expert for W**d and Psychedelics: Consciousness, Creativity, & The Brain, an engaging discussion on how cannabis and psychedelic substances shape the mind. We’ll dive into what science reveals about substances like THC and psilocybin and how they alter awareness, shift perspective, and open new ways of thinking. Together, we’ll explore how these compounds influence consciousness, spark creativity, and interact with the brain’s networks tied to perception, mood, and cognition.
This isn’t a lecture or a debate. It’s a lively, interactive conversation designed to spark curiosity and thoughtful discussion - best enjoyed with a drink in hand. No neuroscience background required; curiosity is all you need.
Come explore big questions about the mind, share perspectives, and meet fellow curious thinkers through your After5 Society.
About The Speaker:
Isabel Bermudez is a neuroscientist and cannabis industry professional specializing in psychoactive substances and their effects on the brain. She earned her B.S. in Cognitive Neuroscience from Carnegie Mellon University, where she conducted research in the Concepts, Actions, and Objects Lab and served as a Teaching Assistant for Introduction to Psychology. She recently completed her M.S. in Psychoactive Pharmaceutical Investigation at the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Ph*rm*cy, one of the first graduate programs dedicated to the scientific study of psychedelic drugs.
Good to know before you come:
- Exact bar location will be disclosed in your confirmation email
- Arrive early to grab a drink and get settled
- The speaker portion lasts 1 hour, with optional time to stay and socialize afterward
- This is a participatory event
- Seating is limited to keep the experience intimate
Agenda
🕑: 06:30 PM - 07:00 PM
Doors Open & Drinks Flow
Info: Arrive early to grab a drink, settle in, and enjoy the atmosphere. Early birds get the best seats and a head start on mingling!
🕑: 07:00 PM - 07:45 PM
Guided Experience / Talk
Info: Dive into an engaging, interactive session with our speaker. Participate, observe, or simply soak it all in — it’s your experience to enjoy.
🕑: 07:45 PM - 08:00 PM
Q&A / Reflection
Info: Ask questions, share insights, or hear behind-the-scenes stories from the host in a casual discussion.
🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:30 PM
Social Time & Connection
Info: Stick around to chat with fellow attendees, swap ideas, or just relax with a drink. Great conversations often happen after the main event!
Event Venue
West Village (address found in email confirmation), Address found in email confirmation, New York, United States
USD 29.99











