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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Jan 9, 2025 · 1 hr 30 min
E171: Jian Ghomeshi with Andrew Johnston
Hello listeners! This week we welcome back our good friend, Hollywood comedian Andrew Johnston. Our topic is disgraced Canadian busker and broadcaster Jian Ghomeshi. Enjoy? Be sure to follow Andrew on Instagram and TikTok and check out his new standup album Pomp & Circumcised on Apple Music and YouTube! *** ATTENTION: TORONTO The next EVIL MEN: LIVE! show is on January 25, 2025 at Comedy Bar West in Toronto. Tickets are available HERE! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 2, 2025 · 1 hr
E170: Sam Altman with Alex Goldman
Hello listeners! This week we welcome podcast legend Alex Goldman to the show to talk about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Be sure to check out Alex's new show Hyperfixed HERE! *** ATTENTION: TORONTO The next EVIL MEN: LIVE! show is on January 25, 2025 at Comedy Bar West in Toronto. Tickets are available HERE! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 12, 2024 · 1 hr 22 min
E169: Pete Rose with Terrance Balazo
Hello listeners! This week, while Chris suns himself on a tropical island, James and Michael are joined by returning guest/brother/trivia host Terrance Balazo. Topics discussed include: mother stories, the CEO shooter, and James' rude encounter with a nosy woman. Our subject this week is disgraced baseball superstar Pete Rose. Everyone knows he got blacklisted from baseball for gambling, but he also had shady dealings with drugs and underage girls. Oh no. Be sure to follow Terrance on Twitter, along with Another Round Trivia. *** ATTENTION: TORONTO CHRIS LOCKE SPECIAL RECORDING Chris Locke is recording a new special on Saturday, December 21 at the Drake Underground. Two shows: 7PM and 9:30PM. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! LAUGH SABBATH Michael is hosting Laugh Sabbath on Thursday, December 19 at Comedy Bar on Bloor Street. The lineup includes both Chris Locke and James Hartnett, along with Smaranda Luna. GET TICKETS HERE! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 4, 2024 · 1 hr 33 min
E168: Jerry Lewis with Jan Caruana
Hello listeners! This week we’re joined by improviser/writer/Christmas-tree-owner Jan Caruana. Get ready for some talk about Christmas, Malta, Spruce Beer and even MORE! Our subject this week is legendary comedian/filmmaker/philanthropist Jerry Lewis. Sure, he made amazing movies like The Nutty Professor and Geisha Boy, but is it possible he was also a large shithead? Listen to find out! Ottawa! Be sure to check out Jan's show FLOP! An Improvised Musical Fiasco at the Great Canadian Theatre Company from December 10-22. GET TICKETS HERE! Toronto! Book your ticket's for Jan's show Holiday! An Improvised Musical from December 11-21 at the Factory Theatre. GET TICKETS HERE! *** ATTENTION: OTTAWA Chris Locke is performing Friday, December 6 and Saturday, December 7 at the Laugh Lounge. GET TICKETS HERE! ATTENTION: TORONTO Chris Locke is recording a new special on Saturday, December 21 at the Drake Underground. Two shows: 7PM and 9:30PM. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! ATTENTION: HAMILTON James Hartnett is opening for Todd Barry on December 6 at Bridgeworks. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 28, 2024 · 1 hr 27 min
E167: Matt Gaetz
Hello Evil Men listeners. This week Michael's butt is sore, James' cat is recovering from being neutered, and Chris has to go on vacation right before taping his new special. OH GOD! Our episode's subject is current Cameo content provider/former Florida congressman Matt Gaetz. What's up with him? Enjoy! *** ATTENTION: HALIFAX Chris Locke is doing two standup shows at Good Robot Brewing on Friday, November 29. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! ATTENTION: TORONTO Chris Locke is recording a new special on Saturday, December 21 at the Drake Underground. Two shows: 7PM and 9:30PM. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! ATTENTION: HAMILTON James Hartnett is opening for Todd Barry on December 6 at Bridgeworks. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 21, 2024 · 1 hr 17 min
E166: Thomas Fitzpatrick, Maniac Pilot
Hello Evil Men listeners. It's a packed show this week! First off, we discuss the terrible tumble Jay Leno recently took in Pittsburgh. Then, Michael confuses Don Pardo with Johnny Gilbert before we chew the fat on the most controversial subject of all: Brazilian Butt Lifts. Our episode's subject is New York City barroom legend Thomas Fitzpatrick. In both 1956 and 1958, Fitzpatrick managed to perfectly land a plane on the streets of Manhattan. While drunk. Much respect. Enjoy! *** ATTENTION: HALIFAX Chris Locke is doing two standup shows at Good Robot Brewing on Friday, November 29. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! ATTENTION: TORONTO Chris Locke is recording a new special on Saturday, December 21 at the Drake Underground. Two shows: 7PM and 9:30PM. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! ATTENTION: HAMILTON James Hartnett is opening for Todd Barry on December 6 at Bridgeworks. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 14, 2024 · 1 hr 10 min
E165: Lukasz Chojnowski
Hello Evil Men listeners. This week, we kick things off by talking about circular breathing, busty and handsome elves, and candy canes. Our episode's subject is Lukasz Chojnowski aka the Polish Goldilocks. In 2014, 28-year-old Lukasz made headlines for illegally breaking into the home of a vacationing elderly couple and helping himself to some tasty food, a warm bubblebath and their comfy bed. Enjoy! *** ATTENTION: HALIFAX Chris Locke is doing two standup shows at Good Robot Brewing on Friday, November 29. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! ATTENTION: TORONTO Chris Locke is recording a new special on Saturday, December 21 at the Drake Underground. Two shows: 7PM and 9:30PM. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! ATTENTION: HAMILTON James Hartnett is opening for Todd Barry on December 6 at Bridgeworks. GET YOUR TICKETS HERE! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 7, 2024 · 1 hr 31 min
E164: Jerry Jones
This week, beloved friend Tim Gilbert joins James and Chris to talk about the notorious owner of the Dallas Cowboys, Jerry Jones! Plus Tim reads a mean email from his Mom, Chris imagines a crappy zoo, and James makes a rough Jason Bateman joke. Check out Tim's album here Subscribe to our Patreon here Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 31, 2024 · 1 hr 10 min
E163: Ronald O’Bryan aka “The Candy Man”
BOOOoooooo! Happy Halloween, Evil Men listeners! This week, we talk about scary stuff, adults who play with toys, kids who play with toys and MORE. Our episode's spooky subject is Ronald O'Bryan aka “The Candy Man” aka “The Man Who Killed Halloween.” In 1974, Texas resident Ronald tried to collect on some life insurance policies by lacing his victims' Halloween candy with cyanide. But he was instantly caught because he was sooooo stupid. Not cool, Ronald! EnjoyyyyyyyyYYYYYYy! *** ATTENTION: Kitchener and Waterloo! Chris Locke, Michael Balazo and Jackie Pirico are heading to The Yeti Cafe on Saturday, November 9, 2024 for two incredible Laughsquatch standup shows at 7:30PM and 9:30 PM. These shows are always super fun and sell out fast. GET TICKETS HERE! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 24, 2024 · 1 hr 17 min
E162: The Barefoot Bandit
Hello Evil Men listeners! This week, we kick things off with Chris telling the story of a GIG FROM HELL in an unnamed rural Ontario town. This episode's subject is Colton Harris Moore aka the Barefoot Bandit, a Washington teen who became infamous for breaking into homes and businesses, stealing things and then drawing himself a damn bath. Throughout it all, the police were powerless to stop him. Only after stealing a plane and flying to the Bahamas was he caught. Enjoy! *** THE TWO DRACULAS On Wednesday, October 30, Chris Locke and Tim Gilbert rise from their coffins and put their capes back on for their annual The Two Draculas show. 8PM at Comedy Bar on Bloor St. GET TICKETS HERE!!! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 16, 2024 · 1 hr 26 min
E161: Lobster Boy
Hello Evil Men listeners! This week we review Canadian Thanksgiving 2024 and talk about the Shackleton Expedition. Then we get down to serious business. Our subject for this episode is Grady Stiles Jr. aka “Lobster Boy,” a circus sideshow performer who lived a difficult life, and inflicted misery on his family before committing an actual MURDER. He then became a victim of MURDER himself. Oops. Enjoy! *** THE TWO DRACULAS On Wednesday, October 30, Chris Locke and Tim Gilbert rise from their coffins and put their capes back on for their annual The Two Draculas show. 8PM at Comedy Bar on Bloor St. GET TICKETS HERE!!! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 10, 2024 · 1 hr 21 min
E160: Dr. Oz with Johnny Pemberton
Hello Evil Men listeners! This week we welcome comedian and actor Johnny Pemberton to the show to talk about the incredibly successful and shady television phenomenon known as Dr. Oz. Enjoy! Be sure to follow Johnny on Instagram, and get tickets to his shows in Toronto on December 6 and 7 RIGHT HERE! *** MICHAEL BALAZO COMMUNES WITH THE DEAD! On October 12, Michael is hosting a forbidden seance at Toronto's Tranzac Club, during which he will attempt to contact and interview dead celebrities, all of whom will be played by the city's top comedians. Guests include: James Dean (Chris Locke), Gilbert Gottfried (Chris Sandiford), Adam & Eve (Ben Sosa-Wright and Sarah Bennett), The Olsen Twins (Jackie Pirico and Rebecca Payne) and Kurt Cobain (Ben Stager). GET TICKETS HERE! THE TWO DRACULAS On Wednesday, October 30, Chris Locke and Tim Gilbert rise from their coffins and put their capes back on for their annual The Two Draculas show. Get ready for an evening of insane, hellish and blood-spattered laughs. 8PM at Comedy Bar on Bloor Street. Tickets should be available at comedybar.ca very soon! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 3, 2024 · 1 hr 27 min
E159: John the Boy, Who Was Charged With Inciting His Own Murder
Hey y'all. This week we talk about the Vince McMahon docuseries, James' wine-fueled Instagram comments and Will Smith's gas problems. Our subject this week is John the Boy, an imaginative but misguided teen from Manchester, UK who loved chat rooms and was charged with inciting his own murder. Enjoy? *** CHRIS LOCKE AND FRIENDS CRACK JOKES Chris is hosting/headlining a night of standup on October 4 at Wenona Craft Beer Lodge with guests Juliana Rodriguez, Jackie Pirico, James Hartnett, Ben Sosa-Wright and Tom Henry. GET TICKETS HERE! MICHAEL BALAZO COMMUNES WITH THE DEAD! On October 12, Michael is hosting a forbidden seance at Toronto's Tranzac Club, during which he will attempt to contact and interview dead celebrities, all of whom will be played by the city's top comedians. Guests include: James Dean (Chris Locke), Gilbert Gottfried (Chris Sandiford), Adam & Eve (Ben Sosa-Wright and Sarah Bennett), The Olsen Twins (Jackie Pirico and Rebecca Payne) and Kurt Cobain (Ben Stager). GET TICKETS HERE! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 26, 2024 · 1 hr 23 min
E158: Michael Alig the Party Monster
Hey y'all. This week we look at the life of notorious NYC party monster Michael Alig. In the late 80s and early 90s, Alig was the leader of the Club Kids, a group of hardcore clubbers who scandalized America with their outrageous outfits, drug use and provocative sexuality. But the party came to an abrupt end when Alig brutally murdered a fellow Club Kid in cold blood. Enjoy? *** CHRIS LOCKE AND FRIENDS CRACK JOKES Chris is hosting/headlining a night of standup on October 4 at Wenona Craft Beer Lodge with guests Juliana Rodriguez, Jackie Pirico, James Hartnett, Ben Sosa-Wright and Tom Henry. GET TICKETS HERE! MICHAEL BALAZO COMMUNES WITH THE DEAD! On October 12, Michael is hosting a forbidden seance at Toronto's Tranzac Club, during which he will attempt to contact and interview dead celebrities, all of whom will be played by the city's top comedians. Guests include: James Dean (Chris Locke), Gilbert Gottfried (Chris Sandiford), Adam & Eve (Ben Sosa-Wright and Sarah Bennett), The Olsen Twins (Jackie Pirico and Rebecca Payne) and Kurt Cobain (Ben Stager). GET TICKETS HERE! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 19, 2024 · 1 hr 32 min
E157: Travis the Chimp
Hello, listeners! This week the entire cast of Evil Men is back and operating at full capacity. After a discussion about Presidential assassinations and Dave Grohl's newest baby, Chris, James and Michael move on to the topic at hand: Travis the Chimp, a former Connecticut citizen who evolved from an adorable baby monkey into a terrifying murder machine. Enjoy! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 12, 2024 · 1 hr 25 min
E156: Lisa Nowak with Sooz Kempner
Hello, listeners! This week, Chris is MIA, but don't worry, because Michael and James are joined by the fantastic and hilarious comedian Sooz Kempner, all the way from sunny Britain. After discussing seagull feces, the IRA's attempt to blow up Margaret Thatcher, and Love Island UK, we dig into this week's topic: the tragic, intergalactic story of Lisa Nowak, the NASA astronaut who made headlines in 2007 for driving across America wearing a diaper and attempting to kill her rival in love. Enjoy! *** SEE SOOZ KEMPNER ON TOUR IN THE UK Good news, people of Britain: Sooz is taking her Edinburgh show CLASS OF 2000 on tour across the UK in October and November. GET TICKETS HERE! SEE CHRIS & MICHAEL AT ELSIE'S IN TORONTO ON SEPT. 12 Chris, Michael and Jackie Pirico are doing an actually insane standup show on Thursday, September 12 at Elsie's. GET TICKETS HERE! SEE JAMES IN DAVEY & JONESIE'S LOCKER ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO AND HULU! Check out the trailer HERE. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 5, 2024 · 1 hr 15 min
E155: Rod Ferrell the “Vampire Killer”
Hi. This week, the entire cast of Evil Men is back on Canadian soil, doing what they do best. First off, Chris and Michael tell captivating Celtic tales of their time at the Edinbugh Fringe Festival. Then, James scares the damn hell out of everyone by telling the story of Rod Ferrell, a southern-fried vampire freak who committed a heinous act in a place where most dark souls fear to tread… Florida. Enjoy! *** SEE CHRIS & MICHAEL AT ELSIE'S IN TORONTO ON SEPT. 12 Chris, Michael and Jackie Pirico are doing an actually insane standup show on Thursday, September 12 at Elsie's. GET TICKETS HERE! SEE JAMES IN DAVEY & JONESIE'S LOCKER ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO AND HULU! Check out the trailer HERE. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 30, 2024 · 50 min
Unlocked! Evil Zen 40: Juicy Uncle with Terrance Balazo
The Evil Men hosts are still scattered across the world, so we're unlocking another Patreon bonus episode! This is from June 19, 2023 and features Michael's older brother – Terrance Balazo! Subscribe to our Patreon here Follow us on YouTube here Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 22, 2024 · 46 min
Unlocked! Evil Zen 65: Moustachio & the Cenobites
Hello! This week, the cast members of Evil Men are all over the place. Chris and Michael are soaking up the sun in Edinburgh, Scotland, while James is partying in downtown Toronto. So, we've decided to unlock a recent Patreon bonus episode from July 1, 2024. For this episode of our bonus series Evil Zen, we are joined by Chris' two daughters, who grill their father intensely for the first 11.5 minutes. After that, the fellas talk about Cheers, Justin Timberlake's legal woes, and how to handle a Cenobite in a variety of social situations. *** SEE MICHAEL AT THE EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL Michael is doing his standup show THANKS FOR MURDERING MY GRANDFATHER, THE MAFIA! (NOT) from August 1st-24th (except the 12th) at 2:20PM in the Spare Room at The Caves. This is a show about real life murder, but in a fun, laid-back and totally chilled out way. GET TICKETS HERE. SEE CHRIS AT THE EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL Chris and Sean Cullen are doing their show CHRIS AND SEAN ARE TWO SAILORS WHO ARE NUTS from August 1st-26th at 10:20PM at the Gilded Balloon Patter House (Dram). GET TICKETS HERE. SEE JAMES IN DAVEY & JONESIE'S LOCKER ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO AND HULU! Check out the trailer HERE. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 15, 2024 · 1 hr 26 min
E154: Rudolf Hess
Hi. This week we enjoy the beautiful summer weather by reviewing the insane life of Hitler's Deputy Führer Rudolf Hess. So sit back, relax and enjoy the story of one a man who made one of the stupidest airplane journeys of all time. Enjoy! *** SEE MICHAEL AT THE EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL Michael is doing his standup show THANKS FOR MURDERING MY GRANDFATHER, THE MAFIA! (NOT) from August 1st-24th (except the 12th) at 2:20PM in the Spare Room at The Caves. This is a show about real life murder, but in a fun, laid-back and totally chilled out way. GET TICKETS HERE. SEE CHRIS AT THE EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL Chris and Sean Cullen are doing their show CHRIS AND SEAN ARE TWO SAILORS WHO ARE NUTS from August 1st-26th at 10:20PM at the Gilded Balloon Patter House (Dram). GET TICKETS HERE. SEE JAMES IN DAVEY & JONESIE'S LOCKER ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO AND HULU! Check out the trailer HERE. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats. Follow Evil Men on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and now TikTok. And rate and review us wherever possible! And keep track of past Evilometer scores at Evilpedia, created by listener Christian Miles. Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.