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The Stoned Genius
by Ro Martin aka The Stoned Genius
Welcome to The Stoned Genius — a late-night comedy and conversation podcast hosted by Ro Martin. Blending cannabis culture, intelligent humor, paranormal curiosities, personal storytelling, and raw late-night honesty, the show feels like old-school overnight radio mixed with deep conversation between friends. From UFOs and conspiracies to life experiences, weird theories, comedy, and personal growth, every episode is unpredictable, thoughtful, funny, and real. “Often Stoned. Always a Genius.”
Episodes
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J-Bird, Ian Ziering, and My Broken Pee Pee
Episode 440 begins with apologies to Tim Lightell and Bobbi before I dive into a strange and wonderful collection of stories. I talk about my awesome friend J-Bird, actor Ian Ziering, running a bingo night I attended in either a dream or a parallel universe, and my latest doctor’s visit…
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Episode 439 Head over Heels
Another out-of-shape biker stops to talk...not the standard dismount.
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Episode 438: Post Reunion Awards 🏆
What happens after your 40th high school reunion... when everyone has gone home, and the stories begin? In Episode 438, I'm handing out completely imaginary Post Reunion Awards to some of my classmates—celebrating the funny moments, memorable conversations, and the people who made the weekend...
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Episode #437 – My 40th High School Reunion
Forty years. How is that even possible? In this episode, I look back at my 40th high school reunion, the people who made it memorable, and the strange realization that time somehow moves faster every year. I also spotlight my classmate Mike Burns and his incredible Hall of Fame bowling career.…
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Episode 436 What Job Will YOU Give Me?
This episode is a little different—and it's dedicated to my classmates as we celebrate our 40th High School Reunion. Instead of me telling you what I've been up to, I want YOU to decide. Come find me at the reunion and start the conversation with: "I heard you've been..." Then make up absolutely...
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FORTOR to FOPTOP
Friendliness Of Runners Towards Other Runners has been changed to Friendliness Of People Towards Other People. Also, this is my shortest show ever!
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Episode #434 Laura Van Tyne
This week's guest is Laura Van Tyne, author of Battle with the Dark Side: My Journey from Teacher to Exorcist. Laura sent me a signed copy of her book before my stroke. Unfortunately, my health forced us to postpone our conversation for a long time, so finally sitting down with her made this...
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Episode #433 – [Placeholder]
Sometimes the title comes first. Sometimes the episode comes first. And sometimes... neither one shows up. Welcome to Episode #433, appropriately titled "[Placeholder]", because even after recording it, Ro wasn't entirely sure what to call it—or even what the first third of the episode was about....
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Episode #432 – Are You My Daddy?
What happens when a WNBA player starts reminding you a little too much of... yourself? In Episode #432, Ro wonders if Indiana Fever enforcer Sophie Cunningham could somehow be his long-lost daughter. Not because of genealogy—but because of attitude, competitiveness, and a willingness to stir…
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Episode #431 – I've Reconsidered Some Things
Sometimes life changes your perspective. Sometimes age changes your perspective. And sometimes you simply realize you were wrong. In Episode #431, Ro takes a deep dive into a few opinions he's held for years and explains why he's reconsidered some things when it comes to threesomes, orgies, and…
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Episode 430 Jeff Macolino
Host of the Jeff Macolino Podcast, Jeff Macolino joins TSG on the podcast today.
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Episode 429: Who Do You Get Confused For?
Have you ever been mistaken for someone else? In Episode 429 of The Stone Genius Podcast, Ro dives into one of the most unusual and entertaining recurring themes of his life: being confused for other people. Over the years, strangers have assumed he's a former college athlete, a retired...
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Episode 428 The Last Time I...
Have you ever done something for the last time without realizing it? In this reflective and deeply personal episode, I explore 45 moments from my life by asking a simple question: When was the last time I...? From childhood memories and major life milestones to the life-changing impact of my...
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Episode 427 Shawn Wickens Getting Double Stuf
On this episode of The Stoned Genius Podcast, Ro is joined by New York City-based comedian Shawn Wickens, author of Time Travel Blueprints (available on Amazon) and host of the worldwide Secret Time Travel Meetings. What starts as a simple conversation about Double Stuf Oreos quickly spirals into…
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Episode 426 What Happened to My Dreams?
Despite the title, I never actually get around to talking about my dreams. Instead, I take a winding detour through friendships, tall people, CVS Specialty Pharmacy, and the strange world of Celebrity Jeopardy. Along the way, I develop brand-new conspiracy theories involving COVID vaccines and...
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Episode 425 New Beginnings
Episode 425 — New Beginnings After 424 episodes, countless late-night conversations, and one life-changing stroke, Ro returns behind the microphone with a brand-new direction for The Stoned Genius Podcast. In this deeply personal late-night radio-style episode, Ro reflects on: Rebuilding the show...
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Episode 424 So Many Topics
OMG! This was a difficult show to get out for many different reasons. Hear some of this, where TSG has been, and how the topic keeps moving on me.
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Episode 423 Michael!
I discuss many things, including my health, a puppy, and Michael!
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Cryptids: Creatures in the Shadows
Are they myths… misidentifications… or something far more real? Tonight on The Stoned Genius Podcast, we step into the shadows and explore some of the most legendary cryptids ever reported. From the towering mystery of Bigfoot… to the depths of the Loch Ness Monster… to the blood-chilling...
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Aliens: Do I Still Believe?
UFOs or UAPs are discussed. TSG talks about his desire to be abducted by sexy aliens. Things go south from there with TSG discussing his current "State of Beliefs" regarding UAP's.
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Epidsode 420...Scripted Stoned Genius
TSG tries a scripted version of the show. Comment if you liked the scripted version. Segment 2 covers Stoned aspects of the show, while Segment 3 focuses on being really smart.
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Ouch! That Hurt ep 419
Not because of scheduling. Not because of technical issues. Not because the Dobermans unionized. But because I bumped my head — hard enough that Bobbi was genuinely concerned. What started as a normal day turned into ice packs, monitoring, and the classic question: “Are you okay?” Depending on…
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Bruno Mars and 5 Guys in My Mouth
Episode 418 gives you the kind of ramblings you're used to. Bruno Mars, drag shows, and 5 Guys meat in my mouth.
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Penny & the Olympics
A Doberman Pinscher named Penny won the 150th Westminster Dog Show!!! The Olympics are starting, and TSG has the time to watch a lot of winter sports.
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Aliens, Zombies, and Bigfoot...oh my
TSG discusses movies he has watched lately, including at least one Michael Madsen classic that Ro HAS seen before. (So says Bobbi)
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Ep 415 Random Stuff
This episode has many thoughts that are not coherent. Enjoy!
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Pre-K through 12 Stories
TSG discusses stories from his school daze in anticipation of their upcoming 40th High School Reunion.
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Ghosts, Aliens, and Such
In this episode of *Ghosts, Aliens, and Such*, Ro tackles the titular subjects with his trademark conversational style and frequent tangents. He questions why ghosts can't simply talk instead of using charades and details an elaborate, imagined action sequence where he, along with his friends…
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So Many Things
So many things are discussed. I need to leave someone on hold while I research something for them.
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Out of Order
This show had to drop before the next one...listen and find out why.
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Friend Zoned by David Lee Roth
This is long, but not in that way. A lot is covered, from quotes from the movie Robocop, why I no longer feel comfortable going to Thailand, and how I was friend-zoned by David Lee Roth.
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Ep 410 Bobbi Should Take More Credit
Many things are discussed, but the biggest thing is that I am back!
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Ep 409 New Year Same Me
The first new show of 2026...I think you're gonna like this.
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Good Riddance 2025
For me personally, 2025 sucked a bag of d!cks. I am saying goodbye to the year and welcoming in 2026, where I will revert to an audio-only format...for the most part.
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Catching Up with Jason Smith
After two months off due to more surgery, Jason Smith convinced me to talk...so we did!
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Shawn Wickens World Traveler
NYC-based comedian Shawn Wickens returns to the podcast to discuss his international engagements. Shawn recently returned from Estonia after spending the earlier part of the year in New Zealand and Australia.
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Aliens and Redheads
Epstein's Island parties and Diddy's Freak-Offs are discussed. The use of oil is promoted, and TSG's real feelings towards redheads are mentioned.
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Jason Smith SYD episode
Jason Smith, UK-based nutritional coach and Fitness GOD, returns to the podcast to discuss the SYD index and also when the last time he engaged in trying to SYD...yes, there are 2 SYDs. Find out what this all means NOW
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My Life part 4:Intelligence
This is it. Enough about me. This discusses when I realized I was a big brain and what I did with that info.
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My Life part 2: Sports and High School
TSG discusses what it was like living in white suburbia with a black name.
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Dumb, Ugly, Dumb & Ugly
Oh, the challenges dumb/ugly people have. You might just go to episode 401.
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Ep 399 My Life part 1: Family
This episode is only a quarter of what was written, leading to a multi-part series about my life. Part 1 is FAMILY.
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Goals for Me...plus, I Might be a Ninja
TSG discusses goals that he wants to achieve during his stroke rehabilitation. TSG also believes that he might be a ninja. The story is compelling.
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Where's the "H" with Jon Slatkin
Jon Slatkin joins TSG to discuss their career, why Brits name their pets people names, and why there is no H in his first name.
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Is Jason Smith a Werewolf?
Jason Smith likes dogs. Jason Smith has denied being a Werewolf—werewolves probably like dogs...just like Jason. Werewolf talk. Dog talk. Listen Now!
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The Stroke Special
The ramblings of a stoner-genius discussing their stroke and journey thusfar. I talk about the wonderful people that become our caregivers.
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I Buried the Lead & Old People on BiP
I bury the lead on this episode, I discuss old people on Bachelor in Paradise, and golfers...my favorite cheaters.
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Conspiracy Theories and Friends
NYC-based, world-performing comedian Shawn Wickens joins the podcast to discuss conspiracy theories and friendship. He is one of my favorite people. Listen well.
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Horrible Jobs with Ro Rowe
TSG discusses some of their previous employment.
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Longer Than I Thought
I'm back, and this is long! A lot is discussed, and TSG discusses smoking a J with Mother Teresa.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to The Stoned Genius — a late-night comedy and conversation podcast hosted by Ro Martin. Blending cannabis culture, intelligent humor, paranormal curiosities, personal storytelling, and raw late-night honesty, the show feels like old-school overnight radio mixed with deep conversation between friends. From UFOs and conspiracies to life experiences, weird theories, comedy, and personal growth, every episode is unpredictable, thoughtful, funny, and real. “Often Stoned. Always a Genius.”
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