Evil Men

The Sonar Network

Evil Men is a podcast hosted by three comedians - Chris Locke, James Hartnett, and Michael Balazo. Each episode, they select a single evil man, bad person, or fictional character and discuss what made them so damn evil - all while joking their heads off. You’ll hear some super interesting nuggets of information about dubious historical or cultural figures, provided by three guys who don’t actually know what the hell they’re talking about.

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March 12 · 1 hr 13 min
E225: Stockton Rush, the CEO of Ocean Gate with Jackie Pirico
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 listen to her latest album, Fireflies! The Two Draculas (Chris Locke & Tim Gilbert) have a show March 14th in Toronto, tickets are here! Also, be on the lookout for James Hartnett's second album, It's Not Looking Good, dropping March 20th! Don't miss the next Evil Men LIVE SHOW! April 10th at Comedy Bar Bloor in Toronto. Tickets are here. And don't forget to subscribe to the Evil Men Patreon for bonus episodes every week! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
March 5 · 1 hr 20 min
E224: Wiebo Ludwig with Clare Belford
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 the March 6 show. CLICK HERE for tickets to the March 14 show. *** Evil Men LIVE is happening on April 10 at 9PM at Comedy Bar on Bloor St. in Toronto. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!!! *** Check out Chris' hilarious new standup special Tiki Madness on YouTube! *** Be sure to follow us on Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and access to our Discord! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
February 26 · 1 hr 14 min
E223: Jared Leto with Tim Gilbert
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 March 14 show. *** Evil Men LIVE is happening on April 10 at 9PM at Comedy Bar on Bloor St. in Toronto. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE!!! *** Check out Chris' hilarious new standup special Tiki Madness on YouTube! *** Be sure to follow us on Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and access to our Discord! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
February 19 · 1 hr 12 min
E222: Kevin O’Leary
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 Balazo Chats with the Stars, happening on March 14, 2026 at the Tranzac Club in Toronto. Featuring Chris Locke, Ben Sosa-Wright, Jackie Pirico, Rebecca Payne, Brandon Ash-Mohammed and Ennis Esmer as today's hottest celebs. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! *** Be sure to follow us on Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and access to our Discord! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
February 12 · 1 hr 11 min
E221: Burke and Hare, Edinburgh’s Infamous Body Snatchers
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 dissection. Not cool, guys! Be sure to follow us on Patreon for weekly bonus episodes and access to our Discord! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
February 5 · 1 hr 28 min
E220: Vince Offer (The Sham Wow Guy) with Aaron Eves
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 sure to follow us on Patreon for Bonus Episodes every week and access to our Discord! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
January 29 · 1 hr 3 min
E219: Thomas Kinkade, The Painter of Light with Mike Hanford
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 a comedy special in Toronto on February 28th! Tickets are here! https://comedybar.ca/shows/mike-hanford and check out his podcast, The Sloppy Boys: https://open.spotify.com/show/3qFjDCQ16YrjFw5ufNpV3c Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
January 15 · 1 hr 21 min
E217: Mystery the Pickup Artist with Kyle Patan
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 like a game of Dungeons & Dragons. Enjoy! Enjoy! Be sure to follow Kyle on Instagram. And check out Kyle's podcast Battle of the Bands with Kyle and Sam. *** Torontonians: Michael and Evil Men favourite Jackie Pirico are performing as a musical act, opening for Sam Burns and Ryan Gaio this Friday, January 16 at The Burdock. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for bonus episodes, Evil Men Discord access and more! And check out Michael's new podcast Long Distance, Bit Weird, which he co-hosts with British comedian Sooz Kempner. Each week, Michael and Sooz expose each other to uniquely Canadian or British things. PLUS: Sooz often insults Michael. What's not to like? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
January 8 · 1 hr 31 min
E216: David Wayne DePape, the Man Who Bonked Paul Pelosi on the Head with a Hammer
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! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for bonus episodes, Evil Men Discord access and more! And check out Michael's new podcast Long Distance, Bit Weird, which he co-hosts with British comedian Sooz Kempner. Each week, Michael and Sooz expose each other to uniquely Canadian or British things. PLUS: Sooz often insults Michael. What's not to like? Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 18, 2025 · 1 hr 26 min
E215: Christmas Spectacular 2025 ft. Listener Questions
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! *** Long Distance, Bit Weird is the brand new podcast from Evil Men co-host Michael Balazo and British comedian Sooz Kempner. Each week, this international couple talks to a comedian guest from Britain or Canada about life, love and culturally specific stuff like UK Christmas #1s, British football culture or even Mr. Dressup. Check out Long Distance, Bit Weird HERE! *** 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/privacy for more information.
Dec 11, 2025 · 1 hr 25 min
E214: Kevin Spacey with Andrew Johnston
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 Men Discord access and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 4, 2025 · 1 hr 13 min
E213: Bad King John with Jackie Pirico
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/privacy for more information.
Nov 27, 2025 · 1 hr 20 min
E212: The Demon of Champawat with Adam Christie
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 early 1900s. Enjoy! ***REMINDER! Michael Balazo is recording a new standup comedy CD at Comedy Bar in Toronto. The show on Friday, November 28 is SOLD OUT, but tickets are available for the show on Saturday, November 29 featuring Hilarity Strikes (Sam Burns, Nathan Hare, Ben Stager) and Sooz Kempner. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Canadian CD history. Evil Men listeners get 15% off tickets with promo code CDPLAYER. GET TICKETS HERE! *** 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/privacy for more information.
Nov 20, 2025 · 1 hr 16 min
E211: French Canadian Mass Murderer Joseph-Albert Guay
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 standup comedy CD at Comedy Bar in Toronto on FRI NOV 28 (with Jackie Pirico, James Hartnett and Chris Locke) and SAT NOV 29 (with Hilarity Strikes [Sam Burns, Nathan Hare, Ben Stager] and Sooz Kempner). Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Canadian CD history. Evil Men listeners get 15% off tickets with promo code CDPLAYER. GET TICKETS HERE! *** Check us out on Patreon here for bonus episodes, Evil Men Discord access and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 14, 2025 · 1 hr 21 min
E210: Vincenzo Peruggia, the Man Who Stole The Mona Lisa
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 is recording a new standup comedy CD at Comedy Bar in Toronto on FRI NOV 28 (with Jackie Pirico, James Hartnett and Chris Locke) and SAT NOV 29 (with Hilarity Strikes: Sam Burns, Nathan Hare, Ben Stager). Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Canadian CD history. Evil Men listeners get 15% off tickets with promo code CDPLAYER. GET TICKETS HERE! *** Check us out on Patreon here for bonus episodes, Evil Men Discord access and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 9, 2025 · 1 min
Michael Balazo is Recording a New Comedy CD – Nov 28 & 29 at Comedy Bar
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 Stager, Nathan Hare & Sam Burns). Get your tickets now at comedybar.ca, PLUS as an Evil Men listener, you can get 15% off tickets when you use the promo code CDPLAYER. Don't miss this chance to be part of Canadian CD history. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 6, 2025 · 1 hr 16 min
E209: Bryan Johnson with Tom Henry
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-host Michael Balazo is recording a new standup comedy CD at Comedy Bar in Toronto on FRI NOV 28 and SAT NOV 29. The CD will contain his finest material, recorded in high quality audio. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Canadian CD history. Evil Men listeners get 15% off tickets with promo code CDPLAYER. GET TICKETS HERE! *** Check us out on Patreon here for bonus episodes, Evil Men Discord access and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 30, 2025 · 1 hr 26 min
E208: Sasquatch with Brent Butt
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 Toronto on FRI NOV 28 and SAT NOV 29. The CD will contain his finest material, recorded in high quality audio. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Canadian CD history. Evil Men listeners get 15% off tickets with promo code CDPLAYER. GET TICKETS HERE! *** Subscribe to Evil Men on Patreon to receive bonus episodes, Discord access, live show discounts and more! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 23, 2025 · 1 hr 26 min
E207: The 1919 Chicago White Sox with Ennis Esmer
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 Balazo is recording a new standup comedy CD at Comedy Bar in Toronto on FRI NOV 28 and SAT NOV 29. The CD will contain his finest material, recorded in high quality audio. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of Canadian CD history. Evil Men listeners get 15% off tickets with promo code CDPLAYER. GET TICKETS HERE! *** Subscribe to the Evil Men Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and access to our Discord! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 16, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
E206: Vybz Kartel with Brandon Ash-Mohammed
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 Oct 30, Nov 1 and Nov 2 at Laughing Skull Lounge. GET TICKETS HERE! *** ATTENTION: Vancouver Evil Men fans! Chris Locke is also coming to Vancouver for two shows at the Little Mountain Gallery on October 22. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! *** Subscribe to the Evil Men Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and access to our Discord! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.