The Beat Era : "I saw the best minds of my generation destroyed by madness."

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The Mad Genius Thesis

Mnemosyne Media

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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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The Beat Era : "I saw the best minds of my generation destroyed by madness."

The Mad Genius Thesis

18 minutes 14 seconds

8 months ago

The Beat Era : "I saw the best minds of my generation destroyed by madness."

In this episode of The Mad Genius Thesis Podcast, we explore The Beat Generation by Jamie Russell, a critical look at the countercultural movement that redefined American literature and identity. From Kerouac’s spontaneous prose to Ginsberg’s radical poetry and Burroughs’ experimental narratives, the Beats challenged societal norms, embraced spiritual quests, drugs, and nonconformity, and reimagined what it meant to be an artist. But how did fame, mental health struggles, and the pressures of rebellion shape their creative output? And what is the connection between artistic genius and self-destruction? Join us as we dive into the life, work, and cultural impact of the Beats, exploring how their legacy continues to shape literature, film, and music today.

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