Surya Ramkumar

Surya Ramkumar, a versatile writer and a multifaceted individual, graces this episode of the Matrix Green Pill Podcast.

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Hilmarie Hutchison

Surya Ramkumar

Business Leader & Author

Surya Ramkumar, a versatile writer and multifaceted individual, joins this episode of The Matrix Green Pill Podcast. Originally from Kerala, India, Surya has lived across nine countries, drawing from a wealth of life experiences. Her roles as a mother, technologist, business leader, and sustainability advocate inspire her work. Surya’s debut novel, The Sky has Moved Away, is a powerful reflection on love, catastrophe, and the enduring strength of human connection, aimed at inspiring social change.

About this Episode

In this enlightening conversation with host Hilmarie Hutchison, Surya shares her inspiring journey from corporate tech to creative writing. She reflects on how her multicultural experiences shaped her perspective and writing style, bringing depth and diversity to her storytelling.

Surya discusses the making of her novel, the impact of motherhood, and how fiction can make complex issues like climate change more approachable. Her commitment to inclusivity and empathy shines through her narratives. Listeners will also get a glimpse into her upcoming projects focused on mental health and historical fiction, and her advice on embracing discomfort for personal growth.

“The climate fiction and climate change is really on top of the mainstream consciousness.”

Surya Ramkumar

“In my style of writing, I put on filters which are really the results of my travels, the perspectives that I’ve gained through the diversity of experiences and cultures.”
Surya Ramkumar

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“Stories have a power to make us aware of topics which non-fiction or other forms of writing cannot do.”

Surya Ramkumar

“I hope that my novel and books like this would help people to relate to topics such as climate change with more understanding, with more awareness, but also with more empathy.”

Surya Ramkumar