Unlicensed Therapy w/ Ari Mannis

Kevin Langue

Comedian Ari Mannis sits down with the internet's comedic sensation, Kevin Langue, for an exclusive and hilarious deep dive into the world of viral comedy. Join Ari as he unravels the story behind the uproarious content that has taken social media by storm. In this episode, Kevin Langue, the mastermind behind the side-splitting videos that have racked up millions of views, opens up about his journey into the world of comedy. Get ready to laugh out loud as Ari and Kevin delve into the influ...

Liam Cullagh

In this episode, host Ari Mannis engages in an insightful conversation with Liam Cullagh, a prominent figure at Friday Bears, a dynamic sketch comedy company. Together, they offer listeners a window into the mechanics of sketch comedy, the inner workings of Friday Bears, and even conjure up an intriguing movie concept. Liam Cullagh, with his wealth of experience, provides a candid view of the journey that Friday Bears has undertaken. From inception to execution, he sheds light on the sweat ...

Ali Siddiq

Thanks for Ali for stopping by the podcast to promote his new special!Ali's New Special:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvofZaBh7wA

Maddy Smith

Maddy and I have been road doggin all over the country together and she is now one of three female friends in my life. God bless her.

Caleb Simpson

Ari has a lot of questions and ideas for Caleb, and they get into some personal stuff.

Chelcie Lynn & Paige Ginn

Chelcie & Paige made me feel so good for a couple of hours, I truly love them with all my heart, realist guests so far.

Gavin Matts

Baby Boy Gavin comes in to talk Milfs, Traveling, Murder, and secret stuff you have to listen to the episode for to find out.

Matt Risinger

Matt Risinger was so kind to take a break from building and visit Ari in the studio, watch this before buying or building a house.

Alexandra Kreeger

Alexandra comes into the studio to talk about going from nurse to drummer.

Ben Johns

Ben Johns came in to talk about all things pickleball, how the sport is growing, his involvement, and more.

Matty Chymbor

Matty comes in to the studio to chat about drinking, his new career choice, and more.

Matt Lockwood

On today's episode, I am joined by someone I love unconditionally. Matt Lockwood is a stand up comedian and a former coworker of mine at The World Famous Comedy Store. I confess my true love for Matt and try to help him with his mental illness. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxawtK36ev_a3gj3WLa_RlA/join If you would like to call into the show, leave us a voicemail (323)-379-5244 #podcast #comedy #therapy _______ Website: https://www.AriMannis.c...

Strider Wilson

On today's episode, Strider Wilson joins me to talk about being a newly engaged bro. We also talk about how stand up has been going with Chad & JT. Strider is also a professional Valet driver and he makes FAT tips. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxawtK36ev_a3gj3WLa_RlA/join If you would like to call into the show, leave us a voicemail (323)-379-5244 #podcast #comedy #therapy ______ Website: https://www.AriMannis.com Instagram: https://www.inst...

Chad Kroeger & JT Parr

On today's episode, Chad Kroeger and JT Parr join me to talk about going on a trip to China, how the bros would stop the war and what celebrities deserve forgiveness.  Chad & JT have been around the open mic scene in Los Angeles for years, which is where we met but they have started to gain mainstream attention over past few years with many viral videos on social media. Find out more about Chad & JT: https://www.chadandjt.com/ Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.c...

Bob & Mitch Fisher (Ice House Comedy Club Owner For 41 Years)

Bob Fisher owned the Ice House Comedy Club for 41 years. Him and his sone Mitch have been very kind to me and I love them.

Hal Sparks

Moe messed this episode up :/

Chad Wolf (Carolina Liar)

Chad comes into the studio and Ari gets his musical story.

Kay Lovely

Ari asks a lot of questions and flirts a little.

Nick Callas & Abby Roberge

When these three are together... uh oh.

Caleb Cyan

Caleb is funny, kind, Christian, and loves his woman.

Jessica Michelle Singleton

Jessica comes in to talk about her new song, boys, being a mentally artist, and more.

Bryan Vokey

Bryan Vokey pops in to tell us his life mottos and stories. -That’s $100 off when you use code ARI at talkspace.com.

Bruce Gray

Bruce comes in to chit chat. Match with a licensed therapist when you go to http://talkspace.com and get $100 off your first month with the promo code ARI.

Brent Pella

Brent comes in to talk about his love of basketball and what not.

Noah Barczyk

Noah comes in after doing stand up comedy for just five months, can Ari help him?

Mark Hayes

Mark Hayes like to drink booz and get ripped.

Eddie Ifft

Comedy talk, with a special guest producing action from Bryan Vokey.

Mark Ellis

Mark comes in to talk about why he wants to be alone.

Gareth Reynolds

One of my favorite episodes, Mo Mandel co-hosts with Ari as they interview the hilarious Gareth Reynolds. Gareth's problems include having a shitty car and his whole family dying.

Jeremy Piven

For this installment of Unlicensed Therapy, I welcome Jeremy Piven. Jeremy gives us a look behind the curtain of a thespian upbringing and shares his transition from actor to the stand-up stage. He lets us in on the worst bombing he’s experienced on stage along with the reveal of why he really dropped out of Speed-the-Plow.

Jessimae Peluso

This week on Unlicensed Therapy, I am joined by comedian and host of the new Netflix show Tattoo Redo, Jessimae Peluso. In this episode, Jessimae reveals to us her brief encounter with a man she believed to be a median during her most vulnerable state after her father’s passing. We follow that up by discussing the age-old question of what happens after we die? We also get into the release of Bill Cosby and speculate on his future plans on touring and performing.

Beth Stelling

Beth Stelling is a hilarious comedian that doesn't seem to trust her boyfriend, can Ari help?

Lacy Lennon

Adult star Lacy Lennon comes in, Ari finds out her story and she struggles with wanting to leave LA/making friends.

Brian Moses

Brian Moses was in once before video was added to the podcast, so this time Ari learns his life story.

Tim Chantarangsu

Tim needs help managing his time.

Noah Findling

Noah is too much of a people pleaser but can Ari help him or is too late?

Amy Miller

Amy comes in to tell Ari to floss more and ask him for help.

Kassem G

Today on Unlicensed Therapy, I am joined by comedian and host of the podcast Pajama Pants, Kassem Gharaibeh. Kassem is most notable for his YouTube channel, which has hosted popular web series like Going Deep and California On. In this episode, Kassem and I get into one of our personal favorite topics, UFOs. We discuss the infamous Phoenix Lights, and I share my own sighting from my time in Roswell while Kassem reveals to us how his fascination with UFOs came to be. We also unpack his transi...

Bobby Hobert

Bobby takes a break from recording "It's The Bearded Man" podcast to come on Unlicensed Therapy and give Ari some motivation. He asks Ari about how to get his podcast to the next level.

Blair Socci

Today on Unlicensed Therapy, I am joined by comedian Blair Socci. Blair is the host of the live show Dear Owen Wilson, where comedians read letters to celebrities they love—inspired by Blair’s very own letter written to Owen Wilson after a suicide attempt in 2007. In this episode, Blair and I get into dating in your 30s and dating with intention. She reveals her motive behind this being the result of ongoing commitment issues with men. We also find out about Blair’s short but paramount pro v...

Chad Kroeger aka (Chad Goes Deep)

This week on Unlicensed Therapy, I am joined by co-host of the podcast Going Deep with Chad and JT, Chad Kroeger. Chad and I get into the daddy drama going on with Kevin Fard and JT, and we discuss what it means to be an alpha and who deserves that title. Chad also lets us in on his recent heartbreak, but we later alleviate that sorrow by painting a fantasy of proposing to his dream girl while in space – though if that doesn’t work out, he can always counter that by being the first to do meth...

Mark Normand

Today on Unlicensed Therapy, I interview comedian and the host of Tuesdays with Stories! and We Might Be Drunk, Mark Normand. In this episode, Mark and I discuss the virulent nature of comparing yourself to your peers in the comedy industry but also juxtaposing the difference in what that looks like between the east and west coast. With that, Mark confesses the pressure of feeling the need to represent New York while in LA. We also get into the best ways to slide into a girls dm’s, emphasizin...

Nick Davis

Today on Unlicensed Therapy, I am joined by the producer of This Past Weekend and King and the Sting, Nick Davis. In this episode, Nick walks us through his journey from working a minimum wage job in Minneapolis to then living in his Jetta in LA and now producing some of the most successful podcasts in the industry; on top of that, running high stakes MMA gambling and predictions. Mark also shares a couple of anecdotes on getting laid off from Funny or Die and getting fired from Adam Corolla.

Steph Tolev

Steph is a funny little fire cracker who is mad at her Daddy, but Ari is here to save the day.

Eleanor Kerrigan

They talk about Ari making out with Eleanor's niece, going on the road with Andrew Dice Clay, The Comedy Store and more.

Jake Gould

Jake comes in and talks about his rise to Tik Tok stardom.

William Montgomery

Today on Unlicensed Therapy I am joined by comedian William Montgomery. William is most famously known for his role on the Kill Tony podcast and is now in the works of creating his own podcast. On this episode, William and I share soul-crushing experiences in college caused by not students, but professors. After Dr. Marler states that William is simply not cut out for History, he is crushed and eventually drops out of grad school killing his teaching career before it even started. The silver...

Malik B

Chelcie Lynn (Trailer Trash Tammy)

Today on Unlicensed Therapy, I am joined by comedian, actress, and YouTuber Chelcie Lynn. Chelcie rose to fame through her Vine acting as her alter ego Trailer Trash Tammy. In this episode, Chelcie and I discuss her rise to fame using unconventional channels like YouTube. Although she referred to herself as only an “internet comedian”, Chelcie had the foresight to know that her success and fame were imminent. Fast forward 15 years. To get to her level of celebrity Chelcie had to first get t...

Josh Potter

Today I had the hilarious Josh Potter on the podcast, what a fun conversation, comedy talk of course, current events, will Ari and Josh grow up?