Evil Men

Happy Halloween! This week,  Chris, James and Michael would like to treat you to Evil Men Live: A Halloween Frightmare!, recorded on October 28, 2022 in front of a sold out crowd at Comedy Bar in Toronto. Featuring special guests: Brandon Ash-Mohammed as Idi Amin Sooz Kempner as Meghan McCain Tim Gilbert as Minion Isaac Winter as the Evilometer NOTE: An earlier version of this episode had an annoy...

This week, funny comedian Jackie Pirico returns to the Evil Men studio to examine the life of convicted murderer/annoyed wife Betty Broderick. She gained notoriety for killing her ex-husband and his new wife in 1989, but was what she did pure homicide... or self-defense? Sit back and listen as Jackie, James, Michael and Chris learn about a very unhealthy marriage. Enjoy! Be sure to follow Jackie o...

Moz. The Pope of Mope. Vegetable Steven. He has many names, but most people know him simply as Morrissey. And since rising to fame in the early 80s as the frontman of The Smiths, Morrissey has given the world some of the greatest music--and some of the worst opinions--of all time. This week, James, Michael and Chris explore the life of this talented but extremely annoying man. Enjoy! ALSO: Check o...

Hulk Hogan is possibly the most famous wrestler who has ever walked the face of the earth. He was pro wrestling's first mega superstar, worshipped by millions of children. But he was also a union buster, sex video actor and sayer of racial slurs. This week, James, Michael and Chris explore the Hulkster's life in and out of the ring. Enjoy! ALSO: Check out Chris Locke's fantastic new standup specia...

This week, comedian and writer Evany Rosen joins James and Michael to talk about one of England's horniest and rudest kings: Henry VIII. From his early days as a sexy young hunk to his later struggles with gout, festering leg wounds and six doomed marriages, Evany talks us through it all! The guy was NOT a great hubby! Enjoy! Be sure to follow Evany on Twitter and pick up her fantastic book What I...

This week, Chris, James and Michael are giving Evil Men listeners a taste of our Patreon feed with this amazing Evil Test episode recorded with recent guest Ennis Esmer! (NOTE: The test itself starts around the 15:00 mark, after some truly excellent beatboxing.) Ennis recently joined us on episode 60 to talk about baseball/syringe legend Jose Canseco. But this week? We're interrogating HIM. Enjoy!...

Edward Bernays is widely considered to be the godfather of modern public relations. Using his uncle Sigmund Freud's theories, he injected psychology into advertising to convince Americans to fight in WWI, eat bacon and buy bananas. He also got women to start smoking. Great stuff! This week, Chris, James and Michael look at the life of Edward Bernays. Enjoy! Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIV...

Swing the bat, catch the ball and inject yourself with anabolic steroids, because this week, Chris, James and Michael are joined by actor/comedian Ennis Esmer to discuss the life of baseball and banned substances legend José Canseco. Enjoy! Be sure to follow Ennis on Twitter and Instagram. Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on Twitter and I...

In the early 1960s, Phil Spector revolutionized pop music with his Wall of Sound productions and girl group masterpieces. But as the years passed, Phil's behaviour became increasingly violent, obsessive and threatening, culminating in the 2003 death of actress Lana Clarkson. This week, Chris, James and Michael look at the unruly and tragic life of Phil Spector.  PLUS: the intro features Elvis, Roy...

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...

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...

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...

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 e...

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 fraugh...

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

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! Sup...

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 fur...

Here's a clip from our latest Patreon bonus episode, where comedian and musician David Dineen-Porter joins Chris, James and Michael for a mini episode 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

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 baske...

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 furthe...

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...

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 https://www.patreon.com/evilmen

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 ma...

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 M...

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