This week, Chris , James and Michael are doing something a little different/dangerous and UNLOCKING a Patreon bonus episode for your enjoyment. In July, we went to a cottage to take the country air and record some classics. This is the second of four bonus episodes we recorded there. In this episode, we wonder if there’s a murderer hiding out in the basement, review the DVDs on offer and talk about Canadian reggae superstar Snow. PLUS: James remembers Star Trek: The Next Generation. Please enjoy...
Aug 25, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio was the original artistic bad boy. He punched cops, threw rocks at landlords and loved a good street brawl. He also revolutionized painting with his dramatic use of light and shade, and by bringing the grit and grime of 16th century Rome to the canvas. Oh, he also killed some guys and spent the last years of his life on the run. This week, Chris , James and Michael meet the notorious Caravaggio. Enjoy! PLUS: the intro features Blues Brothers gossip, a review of ...
Aug 18, 2022•1 hr 28 min
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 some of the world’s worst people. But is Viktor a nice man? Or a rotten egg? This week, Chris , James and Michael listen to the facts and judge Mr. Bout once and for all, like three cool Canadian Gods. Enjoy! PLUS: the intro features the world premiere of Chris’ new ventriloquist act! Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and spec...
Aug 11, 2022•1 hr 10 min
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 psycho f**k who toys with humans as a sick joke. This week Chris , James and Michael explore the myth of Cupid and learn just how warped the little p.o.s. is. Enjoy! PLUS: the intro features plenty of talk about barbecues, swimming, Ryan Stiles and even heroin. Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evi...
Aug 04, 2022•1 hr 14 min
William Hitler was Adolf’s ambitious but frustrated half-nephew. Born in Liverpool in 1911, William and his famous uncle had a frosty relationship, which is very sad. In fact, William was so upset that his uncle wouldn’t give him a cushy job in Nazi Germany that he turned to blackmail and humiliating the Führer in the press. This week Chris , James and Michael take a look at one of the most fraught uncle-nephew relationships in history. Enjoy! Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus epis...
Jul 28, 2022•1 hr 16 min
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 he evil? Subscribe to find out! For access to this and other premium episodes, subscribe at www.patreon.com/evilmen Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Jul 27, 2022•6 min
This week Chris , James and Michael are in a cottage in the gorgeous Canadian wilderness. To celebrate summer’s glory, they’ve decided to talk about Thomas Midgley Jr., a cursed scientist who gave the world not only leaded gasoline, but also CFCs, those famous chemicals that deplete the ozone layer. Excellent work, Midgley! PLUS: James gets locked in his room, Norm from Cheers, and Mötley Crüe! Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on Twitte...
Jul 21, 2022•1 hr 20 min
This week comedian Brandon Ash-Mohammed stops by to talk about Francisco Macías Nguema, the brutal dictator who nearly destroyed Equatorial Guinea between 1968 and 1979. Chris , James and Michael don’t think much of the guy. Be sure to follow Brandon on Instagram. PLUS: Thank you to Present Day Gifts for their assistance. If you’re looking for a magnificent gift basket for any occasion, look no further than Present Day Gifts. Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special t...
Jul 14, 2022•1 hr 10 min
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 Chicago’s infamous murder duo Leopold and Loeb. How could such nice, fancy boys commit a crime so heinous? For access to this and other premium episodes, subscribe at www.patreon.com/evilmen Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...
Jul 11, 2022•11 min
This week comedian, writer and musician David Dineen-Porter visits the show to gossip about 19th century American pharmacist, amateur architect and KILLER H.H. Holmes. Will Chris , James and Michael ever visit Chicago again? Only time will tell… PLUS: by popular demand, we return to The James Zone. Thank you to Present Day Gifts for their assistance. If you’re looking for a magnificent gift basket for any occasion, look no further than Present Day Gifts. Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE...
Jul 07, 2022•1 hr 19 min
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**t. Enjoy! PLUS: James tells a story about flirting gone wrong, Chris gets catcalled and Michael wears pink shorts. Thank you to Present Day Gifts for their assistance. If you’re looking for a magnificent gift basket for any occasion, look no further than Present Day Gifts. Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special trea...
Jun 30, 2022•1 hr 21 min
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 Driver and Jodie Foster? This week, Chris , James and Michael examine Hinckley’s life AND music. Enjoy! PLUS: Michael has a big toe and a bizarre tongue. And, a blistering response to a bad review. Thank you to Present Day Gifts for their assistance. If you’re looking for a magnificent gift basket for any occasion, look no further than Present Day Gi...
Jun 23, 2022•1 hr 25 min
Here’s a clip from our latest Patreon bonus episode, where Chris, James and Michael discuss 90s dance music and the Human Satan. For access to this and other premium episodes, subscribe at www.patreon.com/evilmen Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Jun 20, 2022•10 min
Uh oh: it’s part two of Evil Men’s look at the life of L. Ron Hubbard! To some he was known as Hubby. To others, Hubbus. But whatever they called him, L. Ron Hubbard made history by transforming himself from a moderately successful sci-fi writer into the leader of his very own, very notorious religion. This week, Chris , James and Michael finish their look at the improbable life and times of the man they called Hubin. Enjoy! PLUS: James doesn’t believe in democracy! Politics! And baseball! Thank...
Jun 16, 2022•1 hr 21 min
To some he was known as Hubby. To others, Hubbus. But whatever they called him, L. Ron Hubbard made history by transforming himself from a moderately successful sci-fi writer into the leader of his very own, very notorious religion. This week, Chris , James and Michael begin a two-part look at the improbable life and times of the man they called Hubin. Enjoy! PLUS: Chris and James likes Rush. But Michael? Let’s just say… he doesn’t! Thank you to Present Day Gifts for their assistance. If you’re ...
Jun 09, 2022•1 hr 9 min
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 poorly. For access to this and other premium episodes, subscribe at www.patreon.com/evilmen Brought to you By: The Sonar Network
Jun 07, 2022•9 min
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that Cobra Commander is the leader of Cobra, the evil terrorist organization that’s hellbent on destroying the G.I. Joe Team. But did you know that Cobra Commander started off as a used car salesman? That he was traumatized by the loss of his Vietnam vet brother? Or that he’s something of a fathers’ rights activist? This week, Chris , James and Michael examine Cobra Commander’s life, evil plots and resemblance to William F. Buckley Jr. Enjoy! PLUS...
Jun 02, 2022•1 hr 23 min
In February of 2013, former LAPD officer Christopher Dorner made headlines for killing cops and others he blamed for slandering his name. Soon after, he came to a violent, fiery end in a cabin northeast of Los Angeles. So, what drove this once friendly and upstanding guy to become a killer? This week, Chris , James and Michael look at the life of Christopher Dorner and find out what happens when you blast a hole through the blue wall of silence. PLUS: the intro has lots of fun comedy and silly j...
May 26, 2022•1 hr 23 min
The sun is shining, the weather is nice and EVERYBODY is talking about Saparmurat Niyazov, the Soviet-style dictator who ruled Turkmenistan from 1985 until his death in 2006. During Niyazov’s reign, he ruined the economy, renamed the days of the week after his family members, banned dogs and cigarettes, and generally made life miserable for his subjects. He also tried to build an ice palace in the sweltering desert. This week, Chris , James and Michael take a walk through the streets of old Ashg...
May 20, 2022•1 hr 21 min
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 Michael try to get to grips with the infamous buccaneer. They find out what made Blackbeard tick and ask the question: was he a nice man? Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on Twitter and Instagram . And rate and review us wherever possible! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...
May 12, 2022•1 hr 30 min
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 Catholic superstar… Mark Wahlberg. Recorded on Friday, April 29 at Comedy Bar in Toronto. Special thanks to recording engineer/technical wizard Alex Squire . Special Guests Tom Henry – Johnny Depp Evany Rosen – Adolf Hitler Ennis Esmer – Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Isaac Winter – The Evilometer Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episo...
May 05, 2022•1 hr 29 min
Piers Morgan has it all: a beautiful mind, a glistening soul and the body of a sexy hunk. But he’s also a little bit crappy. In fact, Piers rose to fame by harassing celebrities, writing racist headlines and attacking Meghan Markle 24/7. This week, Graham Clark from Stop Podcasting Yourself joins Chris , James and Michael to talk about Britain’s loveliest guy. Be sure to follow Graham on Twitter. Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on Twit...
Apr 28, 2022•1 hr 20 min
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 communism, the civil rights movement and maybe a president or two. But was he really just running from his own personal demons? The guy needed to relax, hey? This week, Chris , James and Michael turn the tables on Hoover, and arrest him for once. Plus, the intro features exciting COVID news, a visit to Coachella, and a complete review of James’ latest va...
Apr 21, 2022•1 hr 23 min
When Hugh Hefner launched Playboy in 1953, he changed American culture forever. By combining pictures of naked women with serious, hip writing, Playboy challenged America’s repressed sexual values and took “dirty magazines” into the mainstream. But beneath Hef’s monogrammed smoking jacket and knowing grin there lurked a monster. This week, Chris , James and Michael throw Hugh Hefner into the grotto. Plus, the intro features the surprising origins of the tango, Rolling Stones news and the brutal ...
Apr 08, 2022•1 hr 24 min
Sidney Gottlieb was considered by many to be the most prolific torturer of his generation. A chemist who headed the CIA’s assassination and mind control program in the 1950s and 60s, Gottlieb was ruthless in his quest to weaponize the human mind during the Cold War. His experiments with LSD ruined countless lives and achieved little of value. This week, Chris , James and Michael look at Sidney Gottlieb’s life and decide if he was a Groovy Gus… or a Nasty Norman. Plus, the intro features: Spuds M...
Mar 31, 2022•1 hr 28 min
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 self-proclaimed rock ‘n’ roll terrorist GG Allin. You might want to wear earplugs and nose plugs for this one. Ewwwwww. Plus: in the intro, James prepares to go on a magnificent trip, and we reappraise Appetite for Destruction. Enjoy! Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on Twitter and Instag...
Mar 24, 2022•1 hr 30 min
For a time, Mel Gibson was the world’s most beloved semi-Australian actor. Then he threw it all away by being too Catholic, too drunk and too abusive. This week, Chris , James and Michael look at Mel’s life and ask the question: will Australia ever be the same? Plus: sound effects, a discussion about Super Freak, a fable and MORE! Enjoy! Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on Twitter and Instagram . And rate and review us wherever possible...
Mar 17, 2022•1 hr 30 min
Grigori Rasputin was an unwashed, illiterate, self-styled mystic whose charisma and “healing powers” propelled him from Siberian obscurity to the centre of Tsar Nicholas II’s court. This week, Chris , James and Michael find out if Rasputin was Russia’s greatest love machine… or just a weird stinky guy. Plus: Good Vibrations, Justin Trudeau’s real dad, Meat Loaf’s line in the sand and MORE. Enjoy! Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on Twit...
Mar 10, 2022•1 hr 31 min
Uday Hussein was supposed to grow up and rule Iraq after his father died, but even Saddam thought he was too psychotic to trust. So, what made Uday so rude? This week, Chris , James and Michael find out. Plus: tummy troubles, solar panels for sex machines, Skater God and MORE. Enjoy! Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on Twitter and Instagram . And rate and review us wherever possible! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...
Mar 03, 2022•1 hr 30 min
Dr. Phil McGraw hosts one of the most successful daytime TV shows in history. But is this famous therapist a nice man? This week, Chris , James and Michael find out all of Dr. Phil’s secrets. PLUS: in the intro, you can learn about Reacher, Shazam and the finer points of luge. Enjoy! Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on Twitter and Instagram . And rate and review us wherever possible! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network...
Feb 23, 2022•1 hr 18 min
