Rephonic
Artwork for The Brilliant Idiots
Comedy
Kendrick Lamar
Donald Trump
Drake
Diddy
Joe Biden
Fatherhood
New York City
Kamala Harris
Mental Health
Celebrity Culture
WNBA
Political Violence
Politics
Parenting
Race and Identity
Trump
Rap Music
Hawk Tuah
Masculinity

Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz are The Brilliant Idiots. Join them each week as they explore the issues of the day in a style that's often idiotic, sometimes brilliant and always hysterical.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes342Founded12 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Comedy

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for The Brilliant Idiots

Latest Episodes

Charlamagne and Andrew Schulz dig into the AI researcher who quit Anthropic warning that the industry is racing toward superintelligence with no plan to stop it, and whether "10% chance of extinction" should actually change anything about how these c... more

Charlamagne and Andrew dig into Keefe D's conviction for orchestrating Tupac's murder, thirty years, a memoir, and a mountain of podcast interviews later, ego finally caught up with him, before turning to John Morgan's controversial "camera up your ... more

This week on Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz dig into the Sophie Cunningham/WNBA circus, from the record-breaking attendance numbers to Enes Kanter showing up to a game in a "definition of woman" T-shirt and, of course, the on... more

This week on Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne and Andrew Schulz go deep on whether monoculture is officially extinct, from Different World and The Cosby Show to Drake vs. Kendrick and the Epstein files, they argue over what actually counts as something ... more

Key Facts

Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Flagrant
FlagrantFlagrant
The Breakfast Club
The Breakfast ClubThe Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts
New Rory & MAL
New Rory & MALiHeartPodcasts and The Volume
The Joe Budden Podcast
The Joe Budden PodcastThe Joe Budden Network
Drink Champs
Drink ChampsThe Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts

Recent Guests

Loren Lorosa
Taylor Gang member, public figure discussed as guest on the episode
Taylor Gang
Episode: Trick of All Trades (with Loren Lorosa)
Hezekiah Walker
Guest mentioned in intro
Episode: Tuck It Or Not?
Heather Kyle Walker
Guest host/co‑host on episode
Episode: Moonrise Kingdom
Don-El Rawlings
Comedian and podcast guest, host of The Don-El Rawlings Show
Comedian / Actor
Episode: The Ruler’s Back
Akaash Singh
Comedian and podcaster
Episode: The Hit List (Ft. Akaash Singh)
Loren LaRosa
Public figure and commentator
Episode: Post Dame Interview (Ft. Loren Lorosa)
Jivanta Roberts
Actress and creative director known for her roles in various television shows and her own podcast.
The Donna Rawlings Show
Episode: A**Lighters Anonymous (Ft. Donnell Rawlings & Jivanta Roberts)
Glasses Malone
Artist and co-host of the No Sealing podcast on the Black Effect iHeartRadio network
Black Effect iHeartRadio
Episode: Gangbang (Ft. Glasses Malone, Mandii B, and WeezyWTF)
Mandii B
Co-host of the podcast Horrible Decisions and co-author of the book No Holes Barred
Episode: Gangbang (Ft. Glasses Malone, Mandii B, and WeezyWTF)

Hosts

Charlamagne Tha God
Host with The Brilliant Idiots, prominent figure in media and radio, known for provocative commentary and cultural insights
Andrew Schulz
Co-host bringing sharp humor and controversial takes on culture, politics, and media

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 19.1k ratings
  • Was a good pod once

    Charla just had the worst takes of all time.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Uitakku! (Jake from Chicago)
    United Statesa month ago
  • Kendrick

    In terms of the most awards, Kendrick Lamar is the only rapper to be awarded a Poet Laureate Pulitzer Prize.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Inkyboogle
    United States4 months ago
  • Where’s Wax?

    Wtf happened to wax?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vassty
    United States5 months ago
  • Wax

    One of my favorite podcasts ever. I always try and put people onto this podcast. I’m currently going backwards and listening to old episodes and my god, getting rid of wax was the best decision. He definitely had a few teachers in his classroom

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IV Gavage (Matt)
    United States5 months ago
  • No More Drake/Kendrick talk please!

    The next time I hear Charlamange discuss the Drake/Kendrick beef will be too soon, we get it you hate Drake and always will & Love Kendrick! Quit saying the way you feel about certain things is the way the world feels also. Drake would easily sell more tickets worldwide than Kendrick and Jay-z right now. Also it’s annoying that Charlamange keeps saying that being called a Pedo is equivalent to being called a woman beater! Love the pod tho, been listening since 2012!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zeethur
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners praise chemistry and energy between hosts, saying the banter is engaging and entertaining.
Guests and segments that explore branding and monetization are frequently highlighted as valuable for advertisers.
Some fans want less politics and more humor, noting a shift in tone over time.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#54
United States/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#107
Canada/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#193
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#46
South Africa/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#60
United Arab Emirates/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#80
Norway/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Cyclops Cheese
Q: What do you think about the marketing around these big film projects and how it shapes audience interest?
They believe marketing can make or break a film by creating emotional investment and trust in IP or the director, sometimes more than the cast itself, and that strategic messaging can mobilize a broader audience beyond traditional fans.
Idiotas Brillantes
Q: What do you want for Valentine's Day?
Charlamagne expressed that Valentine's Day should be a mutual celebration, emphasizing consumerism magic.
Idiotas Brillantes
Q: How was your Super Bowl weekend?
Charlamagne and Andrew discussed the highlights and absurdities of the commercials, including criticism of a controversial commercial featuring Robert Kraft.
Blockbusters Closed
Q: Who is someone in the entertainment business that would be considered a brilliant idiot?
Many, but Vince Staples is a good example.
Flameboyant
Q: What do you think we can do to help people that actually need government funding just to eat?
Go to your local food bank, man. I'm an ambassador for the food bank in New York City, been an ambassador for them for quite a few years.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About The Brilliant Idiots

What is The Brilliant Idiots about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, fast-paced duo leads conversations that mix pop culture, politics, sports, and media dynamics with blunt humor and sharp takes. Episodes skew toward bold opinions on current events, celebrity culture, branding, and the business of podcasting, often balancing sharp critique with lighthearted banter. Noteworthy is the seamless chemistry between hosts and recurring guests, along with frequent sponsor reads that integrate into the flow. The format likely attracts listeners who enjoy energized debates, provocative takes, and entertainment-driven analysis rather than pure news summaries.

Where can I find podcast stats for The Brilliant Idiots?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for The Brilliant Idiots. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to The Brilliant Idiots and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does The Brilliant Idiots get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for The Brilliant Idiots, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for The Brilliant Idiots?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for The Brilliant Idiots, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does The Brilliant Idiots have?

To see how many followers or subscribers The Brilliant Idiots has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to The Brilliant Idiots?

These podcasts share a similar audience with The Brilliant Idiots:

1. Flagrant
2. The Breakfast Club
3. New Rory & MAL
4. The Joe Budden Podcast
5. Drink Champs

How many episodes of The Brilliant Idiots are there?

The Brilliant Idiots launched 12 years ago and published 342 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact The Brilliant Idiots?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for The Brilliant Idiots?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for The Brilliant Idiots from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for The Brilliant Idiots?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of The Brilliant Idiots. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on The Brilliant Idiots?

Recent guests on The Brilliant Idiots include:

1. Loren Lorosa
2. Hezekiah Walker
3. Heather Kyle Walker
4. Don-El Rawlings
5. Akaash Singh
6. Loren LaRosa
7. Jivanta Roberts
8. Glasses Malone

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days