Evil Men

Hey! Happy 2026! To kick off the New Year, we have a big huge episode for you. Our intro covers hot topics like Fred Flintstone, social media, James' criminal past, disturbing movies and Chris' new leather jacket. Then, Chris tells us the story of David Wayne DePape, the Canadian man who became infamous in 2022 for bonking Nancy Pelosi's 82-year-old husband Paul on the head with a hammer. Enjoy! ...

Season's greetings! We're celebrating the holidays and rounding out the year with an episode (mostly) devoted to listener questions. What are the best restaurants in Toronto? What are the worst gifts we've ever received? What American products do we wish we could buy in Canada? Listen to find out the answers to these and so many more important questions! Enjoy! Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!...

Hey! This week comedian Andrew Johnston makes his spectacular fourth appearance on the show. After a freewheeling and ribald intro, we address Andrew's topic of choice: celebrated/disgraced actor Kevin Spacey. How did Kevin go from winning Oscars to tap dancing in Israel? Listen to find out! And be sure to follow Andrew on Instagram. Enjoy!  *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for bonus episodes, Evil...

Hey! This week we are joined by comedian Jackie Pirico to talk about the Bad King John of Robin Hood fame. Be sure to check out Jackie's hilarious new standup album Fire Flies available HERE! And be sure to follow Jackie on Instagram. Enjoy!  *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for bonus episodes, Evil Men Discord access and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...

Hey! This week we are joined by comedian Adam Christie, whose hilarious new standup album Dragonflies is available to listen to RIGHT HERE! And be sure to follow Adam on Instagram. After talking about going to Heaven, Homer's age and cooking beef in a coffee pot, we settle down to the episode's main business: the Demon of Champawat, a gigantic female tiger who terrorized Nepal and India in the ear...

Hi. This week we chat about life in Canada and The Twilight Zone before James tells an unforgettable story of neighbourly love. Then, Chris tells us the insane tale of Joseph-Albert Guay, a French Canadian man who committed an act of extreme violence in the name of l'amour. This one is a treat for listeners who enjoy the French language. Bon appétit! ***REMINDER! Michael Balazo is recording a new...

This week, James, Chris and Michael are reunited… over Zoom! After discussing dreams, Don Cherry's imaginary relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic, the gang look at the life of Vincenzo Peruggia, a weird loner who stole the Mona Lisa from the Louvre in 1911, making it the most famous painting in the world. Enjoy. ***IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Michael Balazo i...

Have you heard the news? Michael Balazo from Evil Men podcast is recording a new comedy CD at Toronto's Comedy Bar (945 Bloor St. W.). There will be two shows: Friday, November 28 at 8:30PM Jackie Pirico is hosting, and there will be standup sets from James Hartnett & Chris Locke. Saturday, November 29 at 8:30PM Jackie Pirico is hosting, and there will be comedy from trio Hilarity Strikes (Ben...

This week, James and Chris are joined by the hilarious Tom Henry to discuss Bryan Johnson – the tech billionaire who's obsessed with reversing aging and cheating death! They also discuss celebrity news, the true pain of sports fandom, and James tells a story about a weird man in a movie theatre.  Follow Tom on Instagram and check out The Tom Henry Show ***IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Evil Men co-...

This week, James and Chris are joined by legendary comedian Brent Butt to talk about SASQUATCH aka BIG FOOT! They also discuss Brent's last name, key prices, and how they'd handle a late night burglar in the home. Follow Brent on Instagram and check out his acclaimed novel, HUGE . ***IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Evil Men co-host Michael Balazo is recording a new standup comedy CD at Comedy Bar in Toron...

Hi! This week we're joined by our friend, the actor Ennis Esmer. After gossiping about the Toronto Blue Jays, Canadian unity and breakfast, we settle down to this week's subject: the 1919 Chicago White Sox, who deliberately threw games as part of a betting scandal that still haunts baseball to this very day. Enjoy! Follow Ennis on Instagram! *** IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT: Evil Men co-host Michael Bal...

Hi! This week we're joined by hilarious comedian Brandon Ash-Mohammed to talk about international dancehall reggae superstar Vybz Kartel. Aside from selling millions of records, launching his own condom brand and hosting a reality TV dating show, Vybz is also famous for going to prison for murder. But hey, nobody's perfect. Enjoy! Follow Brandon on Instagram ! And check him out in Atlanta, GA on O...

Hello now! This week Chris is away, but to soften the blow we're joined by our good friend Jackie Pirico! Our subject this time is French King Charles VIII aka Charles the Affable, as suggested and researched by listener internetuser. Thank you, sir. Enjoy! Follow Jackie on Instagram and check her out on the Indie 88 Morning Show in Toronto. *** ATTENTION: Vancouver Evil Men fans! Michael Balazo i...

Hey. This week we present a special LIVE episode recorded as part of Just For Laughs Toronto on September 27, 2025 at Comedy Bar. The episode's subject is notoriously unpleasant Beach Boys singer Mike Love, whose repellant personality created major dissonance within rock's greatest harmony group. Enjoy! Special guests: Gavin Pounds as Upset Man Running a Harry Potter Escape Room and Evilometer Emm...

Hey. This week we're joined by our friend, the comedian and author Bryn Pottie. To kick things off, we talk about It's A Wonderful Life, The Virgin Suicides and attempt the first-ever sale of a book live on a podcast. Then we focus on our main subject: Richard Nixon, the 37th President of the United States of America. Born into a family of hardscrabble lemon farmers, Richard's combination of intel...

This week we're joined by returning guest, UK comedian Sooz Kempner. After discussing free speech, interesting arm gestures and Marge Simpson, we learn about Spanish sports official Fernando Martin Vicente. He was one of the most powerful people in the field of disabled sports until he was exposed for deliberately stacking the Spanish Paralympic men's basketball team with players who were decidedl...

This week the entire cast of Evil men is back from summer vacation and ready to go 1000% wild on the mic. To start with, Michael dishes the dirt on his month at the Edinburgh Fringe, James spills the tea on seeing Oasis and System of a Down, and Chris confesses his feelings for Pamela Anderson. Then, it's time to discuss this week's subject: low-level porn star Steve Driver, who liked to wear cost...

This week the Evil Men boys are on vacation together at Hedonism II in Jamaica, so we've decided to unlock an EXCLUSIVE Patreon bonus episode with the amazing Stacey McGunnigle! Be sure to follow Stacey on Instagram . This time, we chat about lingerie, shrinkage and Only Fans. PLUS Chris gets passionate about Anthony Kiedis multiple times. To get all of Evil Men's bonus content, be sure to SUBSCRI...

The guys are taking a short end of summer break, so we're unlocking one of our Patreon-exclusive episodes for all to hear!  This one is from June 16 2025 and features the hilarious David Dineen Porter. Check out his D & D inspired podcast, Party of Four ! If you enjoyed this Patreon episode, please check out our Patreon account here ! If you join up, you get two Patreon-exclusive bonus episod...

This week, James and Chris are joined by the amazing Jackie Pirico to discuss the dark story of Dee Dee Blanchard – a twisted tale of deception and a mother’s obsessive control over her daughter’s fabricated illnesses.  And believe it or not it only gets worse from there! They also talk about what it's like being a morning radio host, dinosaurs and salacious Reginald VelJohnson rumours.  PLU...

This week, James and Chris are joined by the incredible Stacey McGunnigle to discuss the polygamous star of TLC's Sister Wives, Kody Brown! They also talk about Stacey's SNL audition, being a cool Aunt, and “Is It Cake”?  PLUS a startling observation regarding Mike and hats.  Follow Stacey on Instagram  and check out her podcast, Indulge Me   James Hartnett is recording a comedy album on September...

This week, James and Chris are joined by the amazing Sarah Hagi!  They discuss cheeky British comedian and actor, James Corden. They also chat about shooting ranges, Jordan Peterson and pick up artists. PLUS James is interrupted by a chihuahua! Follow Sarah on X and check out her podcast, Scamfluencers  James Hartnett is recording a comedy album on September 12th and 13th at The Assembly Theatre i...

This week James and Chris discuss the giant, creepy serial killer Edmund Kemper. Famously portrayed in the show Mindhunter, Kemper (known as “the Co Ed Killer”) killed numerous hitchhikers in the 1970s.  Chris and James also discuss robots, James Cameron, and James' romantic feelings toward one of the lady aliens in Avatar. *** James Hartnett is doing a live album recording on September 12th and S...

Hi there! This week, we start the show by discussing the deaths of three major celebrities, rethinking prison life, and imagining life as a psycho barbarian. Then, Chris tells us the heartbreaking story of Iron Man from the Black Sabbath song. All the guy wanted to do was warn humanity about the apocalypse. Then the great magnetic field had to go and mess everything up. NOT cool. Enjoy! *** TORONT...

Hi there! This week, we start the show by discussing James' new toilet and a recent Weird Al concert. But the main subject of the episode is Roland the Farter, a 12th century English flatulist/gassy jester beloved by King Henry II. Enjoy! *** CHRIS LOCKE at SLAKE in PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY! Get ready to laugh your socks off at Slake Brewing! Join us on July 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM for a night filled with...