Ari Kuschnir is a visionary and creative catalyst who constantly pushes the boundaries of contemporary storytelling. He is the founder of m ss ng p eces, a production company known for award-winning content and immersive experiences with some of the world’s leading brands.
Recently, he has become an online sensation by creating mind-bending AI viral videos, such as Biden and Trump Becoming Best Friends, Leaders Doing Ayahuasca, and The Transmutation of Sam Altman, among many others. Through these works, Kuschnir sparks joy and wonder, planting in the collective imagination the idea that a different world is possible.
In his early years, he produced Cool Hunting Video, a web documentary series that won the first Webby Awards and was named one of the “5 Best Podcasts in the World” by Time Magazine. He also created content for TED, which shaped the trajectory of his career and defined his ambition to craft purposeful narratives.
He has been featured on the prestigious Creativity 50 list, serves on the advisory boards of Future of Storytelling and GreenTheBid, and his company has been recognized by AdAge as a “Production Company A‑List” for several consecutive years.
In 2022, m ss ng p eces merged with Tribeca Enterprises, founding the Tribeca Studios label, and AdAge recognized it as “Production Company of the Year.” Currently, Ari Kuschnir also serves as EVP of Tribeca Studios.
Additionally, Ari Kuschnir coined the term “Activated Storytelling”, a concept describing an active form of narrative that not only entertains but also elevates collective consciousness. His approach blends tools from biohacking, neuroscience, mythology, and mindfulness to transform both the creator and the audience.
In 2020, he launched the “Together” series, a format of short conversations with thinkers like Jack Kornfield, Jason Silva, and Tim Urban, providing clarity and vision during uncertain times.
He has also served as a juror for The One Show (2022) and has spoken at various conferences, including Shots Out of the Box (2024), covering topics such as AI and the essence of humanity.
Ari Kuschnir describes himself as a “creative activator” and “new wave storyteller”: his mission is to create content that awakens new collective narratives, grounded in conscious and technological practices. His work, spanning VR to AI, always revolves around curiosity, social impact, and cultural evolution.
