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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Mar 14, 2024 · 1 hr 27 min
E134: Richard Heene with Aaron Eves
This week our good friend Aaron Eves stops by and demands that we talk about Richard Heene, best known as the father in the 2009 “Balloon Boy” incident. Is Richard really the conniving, fame-hungry manipulator he was portrayed as by the media? Or is he merely an extremely unlucky guy who likes to invent bizarre contraptions? Enjoy! ALSO: lots of David Cronenberg stuff! *** CHRIS STARS IN A MOVIE! Be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and streaming on many platforms! He's so good that he just got nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Performance in a Leading Role, Comedy. MICHAEL IS PREVIEWING HIS SHOW FOR THE EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL! Michael is doing a preview of his Edinburgh show Thanks For Murdering My Grandfather, The Mafia! (Not) on Saturday, March 30 at the Tranzac Club in Toronto. GET TICKETS HERE! BAA BAAZAAR! Do you live in Toronto, or have access to a computer? Then be sure to check out the city's coolest home store, Baa Baazaar–now at it's incredible new location at 73 Roncesvalles Avenue. If you're looking for exquisite gift baskets, gorgeous paper goods, beautiful kitchen and table accessories or the finest candles, head straight to Baa Baazaar, Toronto's #1 shop for home goods and gifts with a whimsical, eclectic, modern nostalgic spin. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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.
Mar 7, 2024 · 1 hr 30 min
E133: Skunk Ape
This week we head to Florida to hear the pungent tale of Skunk Ape, a hairy, stinky, and SOMEWHAT violent cryptid who's terrorized the Sunshine State since the 1800s. Enjoy! ALSO: James is going to Japan! *** CHRIS STARS IN A MOVIE! Be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and streaming on many platforms! He's so good that he just got nominated for a Canadian Screen Award for Performance in a Leading Role, Comedy. MICHAEL IS PREVIEWING HIS SHOW FOR THE EDINBURGH FRINGE FESTIVAL! Michael is doing a preview of his Edinburgh show Thanks For Murdering My Grandfather, The Mafia! (Not) on Saturday, March 30 at the Tranzac Club in Toronto. GET TICKETS HERE! BAA BAAZAAR! Do you live in Toronto, or have access to a computer? Then be sure to check out the city's coolest home store, Baa Baazaar–now at it's incredible new location at 73 Roncesvalles Avenue. If you're looking for exquisite gift baskets, gorgeous paper goods, beautiful kitchen and table accessories or the finest candles, head straight to Baa Baazaar, Toronto's #1 shop for home goods and gifts with a whimsical, eclectic, modern nostalgic spin. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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.
Feb 29, 2024 · 1 hr 15 min
E132: John McAfee Pt.2
This week we present the second–and FINAL–part of our deep dive into the world of computer virus warrior/party lover John McAfee. In this episode, we discuss John's time living in the jungle of Belize, partying, sexing, funding and commanding his own personal militia, getting arrested, running for President and passing away from jail. Enjoy! ALSO: the intro features more than a little dentistry talk! *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and streaming on many platforms! NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael Balazo's news standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! MICHAEL AT THE WINNIPEG COMEDY FESTIVAL You can now watch Michael's set at the 2023 Winnipeg Comedy Festival on CBC GEM… if you're in Canada, that is! It's episode 4, the Spill It gala. CLICK HERE TO WATCH. BAA BAAZAAR! Do you live in Toronto, or have access to a computer? Then be sure to check out the city's coolest home store, Baa Baazaar–now at it's incredible new location at 73 Roncesvalles Avenue. If you're looking for exquisite gift baskets, gorgeous paper goods, beautiful kitchen and table accessories or the finest candles, head straight to Baa Baazaar, Toronto's #1 shop for home goods and gifts with a whimsical, eclectic, modern nostalgic spin. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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.
Feb 22, 2024 · 1 hr 7 min
E131: John McAfee Pt.1
This week we present the first of our two part deep dive into the world of computer virus warrior/party lover John McAfee. In this episode, we discuss John's early days, his passion for smelling drugs, and his aptitude for math and cyber. Enjoy! ALSO: we discuss Toronto's gloryhole bandit at length. *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and streaming on many platforms! NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael Balazo's news standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! BAA BAAZAAR! Do you live in Toronto, or have access to a computer? Then be sure to check out the city's coolest home store, Baa Baazaar–now at it's incredible new location at 73 Roncesvalles Avenue. If you're looking for exquisite gift baskets, gorgeous paper goods, beautiful kitchen and table accessories or the finest candles, head straight to Baa Baazaar, Toronto's #1 shop for home goods and gifts with a whimsical, eclectic, modern nostalgic spin. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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.
Feb 15, 2024 · 1 hr 23 min
E130: Unity Mitford
This week we go rogue and focus on an evil woman. Namely, Unity Mitford, the aristocratic Englishwoman who loved Nazis so much that she moved to Munich and became best buddies with Adolf Hitler. And it all ended happily. Enjoy! *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and streaming on many platforms! NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael Balazo's news standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! BAA BAAZAAR! Do you live in Toronto, or have access to a computer? Then be sure to check out the city's coolest home store, Baa Baazaar–now at it's incredible new location at 73 Roncesvalles Avenue. If you're looking for exquisite gift baskets, gorgeous paper goods, beautiful kitchen and table accessories or the finest candles, head straight to Baa Baazaar, Toronto's #1 shop for home goods and gifts with a whimsical, eclectic, modern nostalgic spin. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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.
Feb 8, 2024 · 1 hr 30 min
E129: Varg Vikernes
Put on your corpse paint, burn down a church and get ready to stab your friends, because this week we're looking at the life of a big, dumb Norwegian metalhead who loves to be arrested. Enjoy! *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and streaming on many platforms! NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael Balazo's news standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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.
Feb 1, 2024 · 1 hr 21 min
E128: Alec Baldwin with Tom Henry
This week we are joined by comedian and pal Tom Henry to discuss one of Hollywood's ultimate bad boys – Mr Alec Baldwin! Plus we chat about Neuralink, Neanderthals, being named Judge Reinhold and much, much more. Check out Tom's album Tom Henry Kills and be sure to watch his stand up special, 66 Jokes, on Crave TV. Follow us on Patreon for bonus episodes and access to our Discord here! Brought to you By: The Sonar Network Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 25, 2024 · 1 hr 25 min
E127: Osama bin Laden with Adam Christie
This week, Evil Men welcomes hilarious comedian Adam Christie to the show to talk about the life and times of 9/11 mastermind Osama bin Laden. Did you know that in addition to being a terrorist, Osama was a super annoying rich kid? Enjoy! Be sure to follow Adam Christie on Instagram and Letterboxd. *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and streaming on many platforms! NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael Balazo's news standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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 18, 2024 · 1 hr 26 min
E126: Brett Favre & Aarron Rodgers
This week, Evil Men's in-house sports correspondent James Hartnett asks you, the listener, a famous question: are you ready for a bit of football? We hope you are, because our subjects this week are two notorious and legendary NFL quarterbacks: Brett Favre and Aaron Rodgers. Enjoy! *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and streaming on many platforms! NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael Balazo's news standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! BAA BAAZAAR! Do you live in Toronto, or have access to a computer? Then be sure to check out the city's coolest home store, Baa Baazaar . If you're looking for exquisite gift baskets, gorgeous paper goods, beautiful kitchen and table accessories or the finest candles, head straight to Baa Baazaar, Toronto's #1 shop for home goods and gifts with a whimsical, eclectic, modern nostalgic spin. *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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 11, 2024 · 1 hr 11 min
E125: Jodi Arias with Sooz Kempner
This week, hilarious UK comedian Sooz Kempner returns to Evil Men to tell the scary, sexually depraved story of convicted killer and aspiring singer Jodi Arias. Enjoy! Be sure to follow Sooz on Twitter and Instagram. And, if you happen to live in Belfast, Northern Ireland, CLICK HERE for tickets to see Sooz at The Black Box on January 14, 2024. *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and streaming on many platforms! NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael Balazo's news standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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 4, 2024 · 41 min
Unlocked! Evil Zen 34: Blocked Party Party!
Happy New Year, Evil Men listeners! We're looking forward to a 2024 full of exciting, funny and touching episodes. In the meantime, this week we're unlocking our March 28, 2023 Patreon bonus episode with Blocked Party hosts Stefan Heck and John Cullen. It's a fun conversation and we hope you love it. *** MOVIE ALERT! If you live in Canada, be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father? playing now at theatre new you. NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael's new standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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 21, 2023 · 2 hr 2 min
E124: A Listener Questions Holiday Spectacular!
Hello, listeners! This week we take a break from evil, odd and troubled men to answer your questions. Thank you to everyone who sent in a question. And thank you for listening. Happy holidays! *** MOVIE ALERT! If you live in Canada, be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father? playing now at theatre new you. NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael's new standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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 14, 2023 · 1 hr 30 min
E123: Bruce McArthur w/Andrew Johnston
Hello, listeners! The Yuletide season is upon us, so we invited the hilarious comedian Andrew Johnston onto the pod to talk about Toronto's worst ever/oldest serial killer: Bruce McArthur aka The Santa Claus Killer. Oh no! Be sure to follow Andrew on Instagram and TikTok. *** MOVIE ALERT! If you live in Canada, be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father? playing now at theatre new you. NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael's new standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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 7, 2023 · 1 hr 20 min
E122: The 2023 Evil Awards
Hello, listeners! This week we're shaking things up by getting dressed up in our tuxedos for the official 2023 Evil Awards, recorded live at the North York Centre for the Performing Arts. Who will go home with the hardware this year? Press play to find out… *** MOVIE ALERT! If you live in Canada, be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father? playing now at theatre new you. NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael's new standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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 30, 2023 · 1 hr 31 min
E121: Napoleon w/Evany Rosen pt.2
Hello, listeners! Once again, we're joined by the magnificent Evany Rosen for the second part of our look at notable historical figure Napoleon Bonaparte. This time, our hero risks it all and loses… twice! *** MOVIE ALERT! If you live in Canada, be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father? playing now at theatre new you. NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael's new standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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 23, 2023 · 1 hr 17 min
E120: Napoleon w/Evany Rosen pt.1
Hello, listeners! This week the entire crew is back to pod like crazy. PLUS, we're joined by the magnificent Evany Rosen for the first part of our look at one of the most famous Corsicans of all time: Napoleon Bonaparte. How did an awkward weirdo from a tiny island go on to conquer Europe and change the course of history? To find out, press play. *** MOVIE ALERT! If you live in Canada, be sure to check out Chris Locke's starring role in the new movie Who's Yer Father? playing now at theatre new you. NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael's new standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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 16, 2023 · 1 hr 31 min
E119: Sherri Papini with Jackie Pirico
Hi! Chris is away this week promoting his fantastic and funny new movie Who's Yer Father?, so we're joined by the hilarious comedian Jackie Pirico, who shows us the dark side of California by telling the twisted tale of Sherri Papini. Enjoy! *** NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael's new standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available now on all streaming services. CLICK HERE TO GET IT! LIVE SHOW ALERT! Chris Locke live in Vancouver on Saturday, November 18, 7PM & 9PM at The MOTN. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and 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 9, 2023 · 1 hr 16 min
E118: Elon Musk pt.2
Hello listeners! This week it's the mindblowing second part of our look at Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla, star of Saturday Night Live and father of hundreds. Enjoy. *** NEW ALBUM ALERT! Michael's new standup album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 is available imminently on all the streaming services and right now on Bandcamp. And if you live in Toronto, the album release party is happening on November 15 at Reposado in Toronto. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! LIVE SHOW ALERTS! Chris, Michael and Jackie Pirico will be joking on November 10 in Kitchener, ON at Laughsquatch at The Yeti. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! Plus, James is opening for comedian Todd Barry on November 9 in Toronto and November 10 in Kitchener. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and Instagram. 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 2, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
E117: Elon Musk pt.1
Hello listeners! This week, things get off to a wild start when Michael fails to show up. Then, we present the first part of our look at Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and star of Saturday Night Live. Enjoy. *** LIVE SHOW ALERTS! Chris, Michael and Jackie Pirico will be joking on November 10 in Kitchener, ON at Laughsquatch at The Yeti. And, on November 15, Michael is launching his new album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0 at Reposado in Toronto. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! Plus, James is opening for comedian Todd Barry on November 9 in Toronto and November 10 in Kitchener. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! *** Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and Instagram. 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 26, 2023 · 1 hr 30 min
E116: Justin Timberlake w/Tim Gilbert
Hello listeners! This week, hilarious comedian Tim Gilbert joins us to gaze deep inside Justin Timberlake and report what we find. Enjoy? *** LIVE SHOW ALERTS! The Two Draculas (Chris Locke and Tim Gilbert) are presenting a HALLOWEEN LAUGHMARE on Friday, October 27 at the Paradise Theatre in Toronto. It's going to be night of horror themed sketch comedy that will make you scream with laughter and puke and shit and die! CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! Use code HALLOWEEN20 for a discount! Michael will be joking on the following occasions: November 10 in Kitchener, ON at Laughsquatch at The Yeti. November 15 at Reposado in Toronto for the release of his new album MICHAEL 1, COMEDY 0. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! James is opening for comedian Todd Barry on November 9 in Toronto and November 10 in Kitchener. CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! *** ALSO: do you live in Toronto and love pastoral whimsy? Do you appreciate a city-country aesthetic? Do you want to fill your home with beautiful candles, books, gifts and treasures? If so, be sure to shop at Baa Baazaar in Toronto's Junction neighbourhood. Support Evil Men on Patreon for EXCLUSIVE bonus episodes and special treats… like the video recording of our recent live episode! Follow Evil Men on Twitter and Instagram. 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.