Evil Men

E125: Jodi Arias with Sooz Kempner

11 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, hilarious UK comedian Sooz Kempner returns to Evil Men to tell the scary, sexually depraved story of convicted killer and aspiring singer J...

Unlocked! Evil Zen 34: Blocked Party Party!

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week, to celebrate the New Year, we're unlocking our March 28, 2023 Patreon bonus episode with Blocked Party hosts Stefan Heck and John Cullen. I...

E124: A Listener Questions Holiday Spectacular!

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello, listeners! This week we take a break from evil, odd and troubled men to answer your questions. Thank you to everyone who sent in a question. An...

E123: Bruce McArthur w/Andrew Johnston

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello, listeners! The Yuletide season is upon us, so we invited the hilarious comedian Andrew Johnston onto the pod to talk about Toronto's worst ever...

E122: The 2023 Evil Awards

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello, listeners! This week we're shaking things up by getting dressed up in our tuxedos for the official 2023 Evil Awards, recorded live at the North...

E121: Napoleon w/Evany Rosen pt.2

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Once again, we're joined by the magnificent Evany Rosen for part two of our look at notable historical figure Napoleon Bonaparte. This time, our hero ...

E120: Napoleon w/Evany Rosen pt.1

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're joined by the magnificent Evany Rosen for the first part of our look at one of the most famous Corsicans of all time: Napoleon Bonapar...

E119: Sherri Papini with Jackie Pirico

16 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hi! Chris is away this week promoting his fantastic and funny new movie Who's Yer Father?, so we're joined by the hilarious comedian Jackie Pirico, wh...

E118: Elon Musk pt.2

09 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello listeners! This week it's the mindblowing second part of our look at Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, star of Saturday Night Live and father of hund...

E117: Elon Musk pt.1

02 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello listeners! This week, things get off to a wild start when Michael fails to show up. Then, we present the first part of our look at Elon Musk, th...

E116: Justin Timberlake w/Tim Gilbert

26 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello listeners! This week, hilarious comedian Tim Gilbert joins us to gaze deep inside Justin Timberlake and report what we find. Enjoy? Brought to y...

E115: Ed Gein

19 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's almost Halloween, so this week we decided to examine a truly scary man: Wisconsin weirdo Ed Gein, who inspired movies like Psycho, The Texas Chai...

E114: Dread Pirate Roberts with David Dineen-Porter

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we welcome back the comedian/writer/musician David Dineen-Porter and gossip about the life of Dread Pirate Roberts aka Ross Ulbricht aka the...

E113: Jim Bob Duggar with Jordanne Brown

05 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're joined by the funny comedian Jordanne Brown, who demanded that we talk about religious maniac/reality television star Jim Bob Duggar. ...

E112: Russell Brand

28 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello friends. This week we look at the life of Russell Brand, the comedian/yoga man/conspiracy theorist who's currently in the news for some extremel...

E111: Manuel Blanco Romasanta

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello listeners! We're back after a small break, and we're looking at the eerie story of Manuel Blanco Romasanta, the diminutive 19th century Spanish ...

E110: Evil Men Origins

07 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello! This week we're shedding some light on the early days of what would eventually become Evil Men by presenting an ancient episode of a podcast wh...

E109: Evil Men LIVE! ft. Kelsey Grammer

31 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's episode is a very special recording of Evil Men LIVE! from Toronto's Paradise Theatre on August 24, 2023. On that wonderful evening, James...

E108: Alex Rodriguez with Alex Wong

24 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by writer and sports broadcaster Alex Wong to chat about one of the most controversial athletes ever - ARod himself! Plus we c...

E107: Dick Clark with Sarah Hagi

17 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, James and Chris chat with writer and podcaster Sarah Hagi about America's oldest teenager, Dick Clark! Plus, we talk about hot gorillas, p...

E106: Ken from Barbie

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, James takes Chris and Michael to Doll School. And today's lesson is Ken, Barbie's famous, blandly handsome beach buddy. Enjoy! PLUS: we do...

E105: Procrustes

03 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we travel back to ancient Greece to hear the awful tale of the rogue blacksmith Procrustes and his heinous crimes. Enjoy! Brought to you By...

E104: Don King with Ennis Esmer

27 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Only in America! This week, Evil Men welcomes actor and comedian Ennis Esmer back to the show! Ennis is eager to talk about infamous boxing promoter, ...

Evil Men LIVE! August 24 at the Paradise Theatre

24 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Evil Men is back with another LIVE show on August 24 at the beautiful Paradise Theatre in Toronto. This is going to be a fantastic and funny night wit...

E103: Robert Oppenheimer w/ Scott Rogowsky

20 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Whoa! This week, Evil Men welcomes comedian, quiz show host and vintage clothing merchant Scott Rogowsky to the show to discuss "father of the atomic ...

E102: Jordan Peterson

13 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen up, buckos: this week we look at the incredible story of Jordan Peterson, one of Canada's most famous YouTubers and zoot suit owners. Enjoy. Br...

E101: William Chaloner

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week it's the sordid tale of William Challoner, the 17th century serial counterfeiter and conman who scammed his way through life until he was sh...

E100: A 100th Episode BBQ Party!

29 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the historic 100th episode of Evil Men, so Chris, James and Michael are celebrating with a BBQ party! Guests include comedians Tom Henry, Aaron E...

E99: The Teacup Poisoner with Jackie Pirico

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week comedian Jackie Pirico brings us the story of Graham Young aka The Teacup Poisoner. While most 60s teens were grooving to The Beatles, Graha...

E98: Pat Robertson with Terrance Balazo

15 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're joined by Toronto quizmaster and notable brother Terrance Balazo to discuss the life and times of bigoted Christian broadcaster and on...

E97: Rob Ford

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we travel back to a time when the city of Toronto was in a state of chaos because of mayor Rob Ford's never-ending scandals. Ford became wor...

Patreon Teaser – Leaving Baloneyland

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a clip from our latest Patreon bonus episode, where we talk about the latest/hottest in Michael Jackson and Weird Al news. Brought to you By: ...

E96: Fatty Arbuckle

01 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we tell the story of silent film comedy superstar Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle. At one point the highest paid actor in America, Fatty's world cam...

E95: Vince Neil

25 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Michael tells James and Chris the magnificent story of a special man who fused his love of rocking with his passion for drinking and drivin...

E94: Whitey Bulger

18 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we journey deep into the heart of Boston's Southie neighbourhood to examine the life and times of notorious Irish American criminal James "W...

E93: John Harvey Kellogg

11 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone loves Frosted Flakes, Rice Crispies and Froot Loops. But did you know that the man behind these famous meals was a religious fanatic who was ...

E92: Mike Lindell

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Mike Lindell is the ultimate American success story: after battling crack addiction for three decades, he went on to find Christ, run a wildly success...

E91: Timothy McVeigh with Robin Hatch

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Chris and James are joined by musician extraordinaire Robin Hatch! The subject? Notorious domestic terrorist Timothy McVeigh. They crew als...

E90: Johnny Depp with Tim Gilbert

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello everyone! Mike has stepped away this week, so Chris and James are joined by guest host Tim Gilbert to tell the sordid tale of Mr. Captain Jack S...

E89: Jeff Gillooly with Aaron Read

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're joined by comedian, musician and artist Aaron Read to gab about one of history's cruelest moustache owners: Jeff Gillooly aka Mr. Tony...

E88: The Kraken

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we look at one of the most terrifying sea creatures in history: the kraken. It's as big as the Hollywood sign and can drag ships and sailors...

E87: O.J. Simpson w/ Blocked Party

30 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we welcome Stefan Heck and John Cullen from the fantastic Blocked Party podcast. They were eager to talk about NFL legend and movie star O.J...

E86: Sauron with Andrew Michaan

23 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we welcome comedian Andrew Michaan from Podcast But Outside. Andrew demanded that we talk about the terrifying Lord of the Rings villain Sau...

E85: Erik the Red

16 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we take a trip back to the 10th century with notorious Norse viking Erik the Red. A fierce fellow who did his talking with his sword, Erik a...

E84: Ronald Reagan

09 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week James tells Chris and Michael about award-winning actor and politician Ronald Reagan, who ruled America in the 1980s. Enjoy! Brought to you ...

E83: Scott Adams

02 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we tackle visual artist Scott Adams, who has brought joy to millions with his hilarious comic strip Dilbert. Sadly, Mr. Adams has also found...

E82: Boris Johnson with Sooz Kempner

23 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hey everyone! This week we're joined by returning guest Sooz Kempner, who traveled all the way from Britain to talk privately with Chris, Michael and ...

E81: Set, the Egyptian God of War, Chaos and Storms

16 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we look at Set, the Egyptian god of war, chaos and storms. Set began life as a nice man before becoming a ruthless, power hungry god who sow...

E80: George Santos

09 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hey everyone! This week, we bring current events to life by looking at New York congressman George Santos. Sure, he's in the news for lying about his ...

E79: Andy Dick

01 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hey everyone! This week, James spills the annoying beans on actor/comedian/flasher/drug enthusiast Andy Dick. And Chris and Michael can't believe thei...

E78: Peter Popoff with Aaron Eves

26 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week, guest co-host Aaron Eves joins us to discuss the most famous televangelist and faith healer of the 1980s, Peter Popoff! Peter claimed to ha...

E77: Gene Simmons with Dave Shumka

19 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're joined by Stop Podcasting Yourself legend Dave Shumka, who has taken a moment out of his busy schedule to talk about Gene Simmons. Is ...

E76: Andrew Tate

12 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy 2023, everyone! To kick off the Year of the Rabbit, James tells Chris and Michael all about a certain cigar-smoking bad boy who's having a terri...

Unlocked! The Evil Test 3 with Aaron Read!

05 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year to all! This week, the Evil Men men are taking a tiny break and gathering strength for 2023. In the meantime, we've unlocked a classic ...

Unlocked! Evil Zen 28 – More Listener Questions!

29 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Season's greetings, listeners! This week, we're unlocking part two of our listener questions episode, previously available exclusively through Patreon...

E75: Holiday Spectacular ft. Listener Questions

21 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Season's greetings, listeners! It's the holidays, so instead of chronicling the life of a goddamned stinker, Chris, James and Michael are answering YO...

E74: Alex Jones Pt.2

15 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's part two of our look at the loud, sweaty and unhinged life of bankrupt conspiracy theorist Alex Jones. Enjoy! Brought to you By: The Sonar Networ...

EP73: Alex Jones Pt.1

08 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, James tells Chris and Michael about conspiracy theorist Alex Jones' early years, the books and radio shows that shaped his bonkers outlook,...

E72: Victor Lustig

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, it's the totally outrageous story of legendary conman Victor Lustig. During the early 20th century, Victor scammed and schemed his way acro...

E71: Nero

24 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey everyone. This week, Chris walks James and Michael through the extremely messed up and violent life of the ancient Roman emperor Nero. You might t...

E70: Bill Maher with Tom Henry

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, comedian Tom Henry visits Chris and James to discuss the relentlessly hilarious comedian Bill Maher, who is super funny 24/7 and everybody ...

E69: Leopold and Loeb with David Dineen-Porter

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we're releasing a Patreon bonus episode to the general public. Comedian, writer and musician David Dineen-Porter visits Chris, James and Mic...

E68: Michael Jackson with Sooz Kempner

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's Michael Jackson week on Evil Men! And to celebrate the occasion, Chris, James and Michael welcome special British guest Sooz Kempner to talk and ...

E67: Evil Men Live: A Halloween Frightmare!

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week we give you Evil Men Live: A Halloween Frightmare!, recorded on Oct. 28, 2022 at Comedy Bar in Toronto. Ft. Brandon Ash-Mohammed as Idi ...

E66: Betty Broderick w/ Jackie Pirico

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Comedian Jackie Pirico returns to the Evil Men studio to examine the life of convicted murderer/annoyed wife Betty Broderick. She gained notoriety for...

E65: Morrissey

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Moz. The Pope of Mope. Vegetable Steven. Since rising to fame in the early 80s as the frontman of The Smiths, Morrissey has given the world some of th...

E64: Hulk Hogan

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hulk Hogan is possibly the most famous wrestler who has ever walked the face of the earth. And this week, James, Michael and Chris explore the Hulkste...

E63: Henry VIII with Evany Rosen

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Comedian and writer Evany Rosen joins us to talk about one of England's horniest and rudest kings: Henry VIII. From his early days as a sexy hunk to h...

E62: The Evil Test with Ennis Esmer

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Evil Men listeners get a taste of our Patreon feed with this amazing Evil Test episode recorded with recent guest Ennis Esmer!  Ennis ...

E61: Edward Bernays

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Edward Bernays is recognized as the godfather of modern public relations. Using his uncle Sigmund Freud's theories, he injected psychology into advert...

E60: José Canseco with Ennis Esmer

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Swing the bat, catch the ball and inject yourself with anabolic steroids, because this week, Chris, James and Michael are joined by actor/comedian E...

E59: Phil Spector

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the early 1960s, Phil Spector revolutionized pop music with his Wall of Sound productions. But as the years passed, Phil's behaviour became increas...

UNLOCKED! EVIL ZEN 20 – Live from a Cottage Pt. 2

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Evil Men is doing something a little different and UNLOCKING a Patreon bonus episode recorded at a cottage. This time, the men wonder if...

E58: Caravaggio

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio revolutionized painting with his dramatic use of light and shade, and by bringing the grit and grime of 16th century...

E57: Viktor Bout

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

If your nickname is the Merchant of Death? Ya might be Viktor Bout, the Russian arms dealer who made a fortune selling rockets, missiles and guns to s...

E56: Cupid

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When you think of Cupid, you probably picture a cherub in a diaper who shoots love arrows and makes everyone happy. But in reality, Cupid is a totally...

E55: William Hitler

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

William Hitler was Adolf’s ambitious but frustrated half-nephew. Sadly, William and his famous uncle had a frosty, dysfunctional relationship. This ...

Patreon Teaser – The Evil Test w/ Brandon Ash-Mohammed

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a clip from our latest—and filthiest—Patreon bonus episode, where comedian Brandon Ash-Mohammed joined us to take our famous Evil Test. Is ...

E54: Thomas Midgley Jr.

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week Chris, James and Michael examine the life of Thomas Midgley Jr., a cursed scientist who gave the world not only leaded gasoline, but also CF...

E53: Francisco Nguema w/ Brandon Ash-Mohammed

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week comedian Brandon Ash-Mohammed stops by to talk about Francisco Macías Nguema, the brutal dictator who nearly destroyed Equatorial Guinea be...

Patreon Teaser – E52.5: Leopold & Loeb w/ David Dineen-Porter

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a clip from our latest Patreon bonus episode, where comedian and musician David Dineen-Porter joins Chris, James and Michael to talk about Chic...

E52: H. H. Holmes with David Dineen-Porter

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, comedian, writer and musician David Dineen-Porter visits the show to gossip about 19th century American pharmacist, amateur architect and K...

E51: Jaws

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Jaws was basically one of the biggest a**holes the world has ever known. And this week, Chris, James and Michael find out why he was such a piece of s...

E50: John Hinckley Jr.

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In 1981, John Hinckley Jr. became famous for nearly murdering former actor Ronald Reagan. But why did he fail? And why was he so obsessed with Taxi D...

Patreon Teaser – Evil Zen 18 – Human Satan

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here's a clip from our latest Patreon bonus episode, where Chris, James and Michael discuss 90s dance music and the Human Satan. Brought to you By: Th...

E49: L. Ron Hubbard Pt.2

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

L. Ron Hubbard aka Hubby transformed himself from a moderately successful sci-fi writer into the leader of his very own, very notorious religion. This...

E48: L. Ron Hubbard Pt.1

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

L. Ron Hubbard aka Hubby transformed himself from a moderately successful sci-fi writer into the leader of his very own, very notorious religion. This...

Patreon Teaser – Evil Zen 17 – A Trip Down Under

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here’s a clip from our latest Patreon bonus episode, where Chris, James and Michael discuss a themed restaurant where the staff treat the customers ...

E47: Cobra Commander

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Well all know Cobra Commander is the leader of a terrorist organization hellbent on destroying the G.I. Joe Team. But did you know that he started off...

E46: Christopher Dorner

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In February of 2013, former LAPD officer Christopher Dorner made headlines for going on a cop-killing rampage. But what drove this once friendly and u...

E45: Saparmurat Niyazov, Great Leader of all Turkmen

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The sun is shining, the weather is nice and EVERYBODY is talking about Saparmurat Niyazov, the Soviet-style dictator who ruled Turkmenistan from 1985 ...

E44: Blackbeard

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

These days, you can't turn on the TV or look at the internet without hearing some crazy story about Blackbeard the pirate. This week, Chris, James and...

E43: LIVE! ft. Mark Wahlberg

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Here it is: our first ever live episode! This week,  Chris, James and Michael dazzle a sold-out crowd and explore the life of Hollywood's largest Cat...

E42: Piers Morgan with Graham Clark

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Piers Morgan might look perfect, but he's actually a little bit crappy. This week, Graham Clark from Stop Podcasting Yourself joins Evil Men to talk a...

E41: J. Edgar Hoover

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As director of the FBI for nearly 50 years, J. Edgar Hoover shaped the institution into his own private intelligence army and used it to attack commun...

E40: Hugh Hefner

08 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When Hugh Hefner launched Playboy in 1953, he took "dirty magazines" into the mainstream and changed American culture forever. But beneath Hef's monog...

E39: Sidney Gottlieb

31 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sidney Gottlieb was considered by many to be the most prolific torturer of his generation. As head of the CIA's assassination and mind control program...

E38: GG Allin

24 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's our GROSSEST and most REVOLTING episode ever! This week, Chris, James and Michael look at the troubled, tragic and absolutely disgusting life of ...

E37: Mel Gibson

17 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

For a time, Mel Gibson was the world's most beloved Australian actor. Then he threw it all away by being too Catholic, too drunk and too abusive. Will...

E36: Grigori Rasputin

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grigori Rasputin was an unwashed, illiterate, self-styled mystic whose charisma and "healing powers" propelled him from Siberian obscurity to the cent...