Evil Men

This week, Michael tells Chris and James the infernal story of John Leonard Orr, America's most prolific serial arsonist. Enjoy! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network http://thesonarnetwork.com/

Hello! This week, Chris tells Mike and James about the short and disastrous life of Sid Vicious, the original bad man of punk. Enjoy, f@#kface! PLUS: plenty of chat about overalls, Last One Laughing, and charitable deeds. *** Keep your ears open for James Hartnett's second album, It's Not Looking Good, dropping March 20th!   GET YOUR TICKETS for Evil Men LIVE on April 10th at Comedy Bar on Bloor S...

This week, Chris, Mike and James are joined by comedian and trailblazing podcaster Graham Clark! After discussing puns, feet and modern AC/DC performances, the fellows get serious for a long, hard look at Steve Urkel/Jaleel White. Enjoy! Be sure to follow Graham on Instagram. *** Keep your ears open for James Hartnett's second album, It's Not Looking Good, dropping March 20th!   GET YOUR TICKETS f...

This week, James and Chris are joined by the amazing Jackie Pirico!  Their topic is the man behind the Titan submersible disaster, Stockton Rush. They also chat about bellies, The Bear, and hot people at all inclusive resorts. PLUS Jackie tells an unbelievable story about a turtleneck wearing Italian man that she met in Portugal. Check out Jackie every weekday morning on Indie 88  and be sure to l...

This week Chris, James and Mike welcome injured comedian Clare Belford to the show! After discussing Clare's Mexican foot accident and Chris' pub adventures, we examine the life of Canadian preacher, commune leader and alleged “eco-terrorist” Wiebo Ludwig. Enjoy! Be sure to follow Clare on Instagram. *** Check out Tim and Chris as The Two Draculas at Toronto Sketchfest! CLICK HERE for tickets for...

This week Chris, James and Mike welcome the beloved and hilarious comedian Tim Gilbert back to the show! After Tim dishes the dirt on his new life as a papa, we get down to this week's subject: actor, musician and possible cult leader Jared Leto. Enjoy? *** Check out Tim and Chris as The Two Draculas at Toronto Sketchfest! CLICK HERE for tickets for the March 6 show. CLICK HERE for tickets to the...

This week Chris, James and Mike talk about Andrew Dice Clay, burlesque Star Wars and James reveals that he's being bullied by three big men working in his house. Then it's time for an up-close, penetrating look at Canadian businessman, guitarist, sailor and movie star Kevin O'Leary. Enjoy! *** Check out Chris' hilarious new standup special Tiki Madness on YouTube! *** And get tickets to Michael Ba...

This week's episode marks the return of the original cast of Evil Men: Chris, James and Mike! After discussing Mike's trip to London, Chris's trip to Moncton and James' colonoscopy expertise, the Evil Men crew delve into the gruesome story of Burke and Hare, a pair of ruthless idiots who terrorized 19th century Edinburgh by murdering vulnerable people and selling their corpses to an anatomist for...

This week, James and Chris are joined by the hilarious Aaron Eves!  Their topic is the notorious creator of the Sham Wow, the Slap Chop and the Schticky – Vince Offer. They also chat about astral projections, freak offs, a wild scenario involving Justin Trudeau and what you should do with your cat while you're getting it on.  Also, for Aaron, here is a link to the Slap Chop commercial Be sur...

This week, James and Chris are joined by the hilarious Mike Hanford!  Their topic is the surprisingly mean spirited and weird but incredibly successful painter, Thomas Kinkade. They also chat about this year's best picture nominees, having multiple screens for your computer, and the movie Primate. PLUS Chris is uncomfortable with sex sounds being included in techno songs. Mike Hanford is recording...

Hey! This week we welcome comedian and podcaster Kyle Patan to the show. Our intro covers hot topics like: bad neighbours, picking apples in the Okanagan Valley, watching Friends in Peru and Kevin O'Leary's dream of being a Bond villain. Then, Kyle and James tell the story of Canadian pickup artist Mystery, who wears funny hats, battles mental illness, and seems to think that meeting a woman is li...

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...