by Ariel Kashanchi
Mad Genius explores the links between comedy, intelligence and mental health with comedian Ariel Kashanchi. Each week Ariel talks to comedian friends, experts, and other artists about the link between creativity and their mental health journeys. This season Ariel is diving in and sharing her experience with Ketamine infusions and TMS to heal her longtime depression and PTSD.
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April 18, 2025
<p class="" data-start="138" data-end="596">On this episode of Mad Genius, comedian and host <strong data-start="219" data-end="238">Ariel Kashanchi</strong> recounts what happened when she took her cat on a walk (spoiler: the cat had notes), and dives into the absurdity of recent headlines: a substitute teacher handing out THC gummies to a classroom of teens, four cowboys who decided Walmart was their new rodeo arena, and a 911 operator who casually ordered a McGriddle while someone was reporting a crime.</p> <p class="" data-start="598" data-end="675">Expect jokes, judgment, and just enough chaos to make you question reality.</p> <p class="" data-start="677" data-end="904">🔹 <strong data-start= "680" data-end="694">Hosted by:</strong> Ariel Kashanchi<br data-start="710" data-end="713" /> 🔹 <strong data-start="716" data-end="727">Topics:</strong> Weird news, stoned teachers, rogue cowboys, fast food emergencies, and cat mom confessions<br data-start="818" data-end="821" /> 🔹 <strong data-start="824" data-end="848">Perfect for fans of:</strong> Dark humor, bizarre news, and comedy with a WTF twist</p> <p class="" data-start="906" data-end="994">Hit play and prepare to laugh, cringe, and yell “what the hell?!” at least five times.</p>
April 9, 2025
<p>In this wild ride of an episode, Mad Genius host and comedian Ariel Kashanchi shares her most hilarious and cringe-worthy dating blunders — including one guy who may or may not have owned emotional support tigers. Ariel dives into the unbelievable story of a landlord who torched his own building, a doctor who tried to turn a hike into a homicide, and more true crime-y, WTF moments you won’t believe are real.<br data-start="693" data-end="696" /> Whether you're into twisted tales, dark humor, or just need to feel better about your own love life, this episode delivers.<br data-start="819" data-end="822" /> <strong data-start="822" data-end="904">Hit play, laugh hard, and remember: your worst date could’ve involved a tiger.</strong></p>
April 3, 2025
<p class="" data-start="123" data-end="229"><span class= "relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]">In this episode of the Mad Genius podcast, comedian Ariel Kashanchi delves into three compelling topics:</span></p> <ol data-start="231" data-end="695"> <li class="" data-start="231" data-end="391"> <p class="" data-start="234" data-end="391"><strong data-start= "234" data-end="271">Far-Right Matchmaking Conference:</strong> <span class= "relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]">Ariel explores the recent Natal Conference in Austin, Texas, where far-right influencers hosted a $10,000-per-person matchmaking event aimed at promoting increased birth rates. The conference featured controversial speakers and sparked debates over its eugenics-aligned ideologies.</span> </p> </li> <li class="" data-start="393" data-end="552"> <p class="" data-start="396" data-end="552"><strong data-start= "396" data-end="432">New Jersey Police Chief Scandal:</strong> <span class= "relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]">She discusses the shocking allegations against North Bergen Police Chief Robert Farley, accused of spiking colleagues' coffee with Viagra, defecating on floors, and other disturbing behaviors that have led to legal actions and public outcry.</span> </p> </li> <li class="" data-start="554" data-end="695"> <p class="" data-start="557" data-end="695"><strong data-start= "557" data-end="613">Encountering a Narcissist in Mental Health Programs:</strong> <span class= "relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]">Ariel shares her personal experiences dealing with an individual exhibiting narcissistic traits within her mental health program, offering insights into the challenges of navigating relationships with narcissistic personalities.</span></p> </li> </ol> <p class="" data-start="697" data-end="782"><span class= "relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded-sm px-px py-[0.2rem]">Join Ariel as she combines humor and critical analysis to unpack these stories, shedding light on the intersections of politics, law enforcement, and mental health.</span></p>
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