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Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi

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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All Episodes

14:05

Birthday Blasts, Checkout Fistfights & Naked...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/10/28

In this episode of Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi, comedian Ariel Kashanchi takes us on a rollicking tour through three unforgettable stories: the (semi) sober celebration of her birthday that somehow involved cake, karaoke, and existential dread; the absurd showdown at Marshalls when one woman decided it was her turn in the discount line and another woman felt differently (spoiler: fists may have been involved); and a topless protest in Portland that redefined "making a statement" (yes, she was

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19:27

COVID, Dog Parties & Taco Bell Sprints: A Very Ariel...

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2025/10/16

In this wild episode of Mad Genius, Ariel Kashanchi takes us through a week she won’t soon forget: experiencing COVID for the first time, going on a cringe-y date with a guy who may or may not be patient zero, and somehow still finding the energy to attend a dog party (yes, that’s a thing). As the cherry on top, she signs up — and survives — a Taco Bell “ultra marathon” (definitions may vary). Come for the germs, stay for the laughs. Ariel dives into what it’s like to be contagious and socially

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15:35

Weed, Wounds & What Helped — Ariel on Quitting,...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/09/30

In this raw episode, comedian and host Ariel Kashanchi opens up about walking away from weed, what finally pushed her to reconcile with her estranged parents, and how Spravato treatments fit into her mental health journey. Ariel talks through the messy middle—shame, humor, boundaries, and forgiveness—plus what the treatment days feel like, the unexpected side effects, and the ways sobriety has sharpened her writing and stand-up. It’s a candid look at breaking cycles, rebuilding family, and finding

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16:57

Catface Regrets, Road Rage Poop, and the Rise of the...

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2025/05/15

In this wildly unhinged episode of Mad Genius, comedian Ariel Kashanchi dives headfirst into the internet’s most bizarre headlines. First up: Australian TikToker Jolene Dawson spent $8,000 on cosmetic procedures to look like a cat—only to end up with painful complications and a mountain of regret . Next, Ariel unpacks the viral road rage incident involving 44-year-old Christina Solometo, who was caught on camera defecating on another driver’s car during a traffic dispute in Pennsylvania Then, we

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16:18

High School High: THC Gummies, Horseback Walmart...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/04/18

On this episode of Mad Genius, comedian and host Ariel Kashanchi 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. Expect jokes, judgment, and just enough chaos to make you question reality. 🔹 Hosted

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14:00

Emotional Support Tigers, Pyro Landlords & Dating...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/04/09

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. Whether you're into twisted tales, dark humor, or just need to feel better about your own

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13:45

Far-Right Matchmaking, Police Chief Scandals, and...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/04/03

In this episode of the Mad Genius podcast, comedian Ariel Kashanchi delves into three compelling topics: Far-Right Matchmaking Conference: 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. New Jersey Police Chief Scandal: She discusses the shocking allegations

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15:48

Bumble Fumbles, Monster Under the Bed & Catfished by...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/03/27

In this wildly unhinged episode of Mad Genius, comedian and chaos connoisseur Ariel Kashanchi dives into the absurd and hilarious stories taking over the internet. From her disastrous Bumble dates (why are they always DJs?) to a kid who legit found a monster under his bed—yes, really—Ariel breaks it all down with her signature wit. Also on the docket: 👉 A homeless man running for mayor of Seattle 👉 A woman who was catfished into thinking she was dating Enrique Iglesias 👉 And the state of Florida

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16:38

Bumble Fails & a White Woman Who Identifies as Black...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/03/20

In this episode of Mad Genius, comedian Ariel Kashanchi spills the tea on her wildest Bumble dates—think ghosting, weird flexes, and dudes who should’ve stayed in the drafts. Then, things get even weirder when she dives into the story of a white German woman who identifies as Black and is planning to move to Africa. Yep, you read that right. Tune in for unfiltered takes, dark humor, and the kind of commentary you won’t hear anywhere else. 🎧 Listen now for laughs, cringe, and a whole lot of “WTF?!”

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12:56

Swipe Right on Chaos: Dating Apps, Fyre Fest 2, and...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/03/13

Comedian Ariel Kashanchi is back on the dating apps, and she’s spilling the tea on the wild world of modern romance. But that’s not all—this episode of Mad Genius dives into the insanity of Fyre Fest 2 (yes, it’s happening), the Tiffany’s thief who swallowed stolen earrings mid-heist, and a truly disturbing Texas couple who took “kink” way too far. Buckle up for a hilarious, unfiltered ride through the week’s most outrageous headlines. #ComedyPodcast #ArielKashanchi #DatingFails #TrueCrime

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16:36

"With Love, Meghan" Review, Oscars Tea, Casey...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/03/06

This week on The Mad Genius Podcast, Ariel Kashanchi dives into the wildest pop culture and true crime stories making headlines. First up, she reviews Meghan Markle’s new show "With Love, Meghan"—is it a heartfelt comeback or another PR play? Then, she spills all the juicy details from an Oscars viewing party—who showed up, who showed out, and who should’ve stayed home. Things take a darker turn as Ariel unpacks Casey Anthony’s shocking rebrand as a legal advocate (yes, you read that right) and the

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15:28

Mental Health Updates, TikTok Insanity & The Mayor...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/02/26

Host and comedian Ariel Kashanchi is back with a hilarious and unfiltered update on her mental health journey, plus a deep dive into the internet’s latest absurdities. From bizarre TikTok trends to the Brazilian mayor who staged his own assassination attempt, Ariel breaks down the week’s wildest headlines. Ever heard of people renting chickens to deal with the egg shortage? Yeah, that’s a thing now. Plus, she covers the nightmare flight where passengers sat next to a corpse and Elon Musk’s

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14:26

Valentine’s Day Disaster, Shark Selfies Gone Wrong &...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/02/18

In this wild episode of The Mad Genius Podcast, comedian Ariel Kashanchi spills the tea on her Valentine’s Day disaster—because nothing says romance like chaos! Plus, a woman loses her hands trying to take a selfie with a shark (spoiler: bad idea), Florida monkeys test positive for herpes (why is it always Florida?), and a nursing home spices things up with a male stripper for its residents. Oh, and science is finally catching up with what hippies knew all along—LSD might actually help treat

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13:51

Ariel’s Mental Health Journey, a $50K Psychic Scam,...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/02/12

In this episode of Mad Genius, host Ariel Kashanchi gets real about her mental health journey, sharing her experience at an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and the insights she gained. She also dives into the bizarre story of a woman who paid a psychic $50,000 to make someone fall in love with her—spoiler: it didn’t work. Plus, the internet is clowning Kid Rock for storming off stage when the audience wouldn’t clap along to his song. Tune in for wild stories, unfiltered takes, and hilarious

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08:45

Ribs, Priests, and Mental Health: Ariel’s Wild Ride

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/02/05

In this jaw-dropping episode of Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi, Ariel dives into the bizarre and the personal. She unpacks the shocking story of an influencer allegedly having her ribs removed for the aesthetic, the unsettling tale of a priest caught flossing his teeth with a teenage girl’s hair (yes, you read that right), and gets real about her own journey—sharing candidly about entering a mental health treatment program. It’s raw, it’s ridiculous, it’s real. If you love dark humor, unfiltered

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19:49

Cat Portraits, Gen Z vs AI, and the Intrigue of Mata...

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/01/27

In this hilarious and thought-provoking episode of Mad Genius, comedian Ariel Kashanchi dives into a whirlwind of topics that are equal parts funny and fascinating. Ariel shares the story behind taking a portrait with her cat and the unexpected chaos that ensued. She then tackles the growing concern of Gen Z workers facing job competition from AI, with her signature comedic spin. Finally, Ariel takes us on a journey through history, recounting the captivating and controversial life of Mata Hari—the

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22:24

Picking up Old Ladies in Parks

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/01/20

Ariel talks about the tender moment she had with an old lady at a park, Snoop performing at the Inauguration, Elvis in the the military, and other things

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18:59

California Wildfires and Armie Hammer's Comeback

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/01/13

Ariel talks about the devastation and general sadness in California around the fires and Armie Hammer's comeback among other things.

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18:25

Meghan Markle and Mexican Cartels

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2025/01/07

Ariel talks about why Meghan Markle can't catch a break and a Mexican town that loves their cartel Christmas.

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21:29

Ghosted by a Man Named 🤮

Mad Genius with Ariel Kashanchi ·

2024/02/06

Pasted from AI In this episode of Mad Genius, host Ariel Kashanchi opens up about her experience of being ghosted by a man she knew was not right for her. Despite knowing that he was full of red flags and had previously ghosted her, Ariel admits to allowing him back into her life due to her own emotional struggles. She reflects on the need for validation and compliments, even if they are insincere, during difficult times. Ariel also discusses her intuition for identifying people who are ultimately

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