<p>In this introductory episode, the hosts give an overview of the topic, the possible connection between creativity and mental illness. </p>

In this introductory episode, the hosts give an overview of the topic, the possible connection between creativity and mental illness.

Introduction to the Topic

Is there a thin line between brilliance and madness? The Mad Genius Thesis podcast investigates the complex and often controversial relationship between creativity and what we variously call madness—whether it’s labeled mental illness, neurodivergence, or simply the wild temperament of genius. Each episode explores cutting-edge research in psychology, neuroscience, and the creative arts to understand how extraordinary minds work—and why they so often seem to walk the edge. We unpack the myths of the “mad genius,” examine the lives of history’s most electrifying creators, and challenge the assu

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Introduction to the Topic

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