Evil Genius with Russell Kane
BBC SoundsIt’s good, bad, ugly - and very very funny. Changing the way we see heroes and villains in history.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 113 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Categories | ComedyHistory | ||||
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Did Lawrence of Arabia beautifully befriend the Arabs in WWI or savagely betray them? Should the king of guerrilla warfare be held accountable? What were his most surprising eccentricities? Our guests Susie McCabe, Desiree Burch and Ian Smith get stu... more
Was Lady Macbeth a cold-hearted killer or a grieving mother? Did she manipulate her husband or help him achieve his goals? Or was she simply in a very toxic relationship? Laura Smyth, Josh Jones and Johnny Cochrane decide... evil or genius.
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Oliver Cromwell is a highly controversial figure, not least because he banned Christmas (fun sponge alert). Our guests Kerry Godliman, Helen Bauer and Glenn Moore evaluate his powerful reign, argue over his policies, and realise the trouble they’d ha... more
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Great concept ruined by d list Stand ups using the platform to plug there own shows or brand of comedy, every episode revolves around either sexism or racism rather than focusing on shocking discoveries or interesting facts not known originally. Maybe do more reserch like in the first series
Apple Podcasts2Thunderbadger5
United Kingdom3 months ago - Woke
Good if you want to hear history rewritten with the words “micro aggression”, “colonialism”, and “cultural appropriation” by a moderator and panelists that represent one extreme viewpoint. Otherwise, not so much…
Apple Podcasts2Different_Drummer
United States3 months ago - Quit moralising on artist’s personal behaviour
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Apple Podcasts1poobagmontefioreUnited Kingdom4 months ago - Probably the best podcast I’ve come across
I LOVE this podcast. It highlights that our society has celebrated genius while sweeping their evil actions under the carpet. Subtly asking if it’s been worth it by forcing panelists to choose between evil or genius. A conversation amongst comedians respectfully discussing the uncomfortable subjects makes them a lot less difficult to listen to. It considers moral evolution while revealing a number of perspectives. It is frustrating when I think of a point that the panel have not made but that is... more
Apple Podcasts5NishaChatUnited Kingdom5 months ago - Brilliant
Absolutely love this!! Discovered the show on bbc sounds a couple of weeks ago! Just listened to the Elvis ep, and was genuinely gripped.
For me the show strikes a perfect balance, funny, informative, at times emotive and very entertaining. Love it!
Apple Podcasts5PebabilaUnited Kingdom6 months ago
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Spotify | #118 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Spotify | #36 | United Kingdom/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #140 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #31 | United Kingdom/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #207 |  Australia/Comedy |
Apple Podcasts | #60 |  Spain/Comedy |
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The content focuses on examining the complex legacies of historical figures and cultural icons, often humorously dissecting their contributions to society while highlighting their moral ambiguities. Each episode features a panel of comedians and guests who engage in spirited discussions about whether these figures embody more 'evil' or 'genius,' making for a thought-provoking yet entertaining experience that encourages listeners to reconsider their perceptions of celebrated personalities. The blend of comedy and critical analysis appeals to those interested in history, ethics, and the often ambiguous nature of human behavior, ensuring a unique and lively take on infamous and iconic individuals.
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Evil Genius launched 7 years ago and published 113 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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