It’s good, bad, ugly - and very very funny. Changing the way we see heroes and villains in history.
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What are the issues that men spend a lifetime avoiding talking about? This is the show that gets men talking about them. With a mix of humour and serious conversation, each week Russell Kane and his panel of guests dig deep into the inner recesses of male insecurity - from group holidays to mental health, body hair to Brexit, it's thoughtful, surprising, laugh-out-loud funny, and above all, it makes you think.Subscribe now for free. New episodes every Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com ...
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Join Russell and his celebrity panel as they unpack the emotional baggage that men spend their lives avoiding. With no topic off the table, Russell and his guests explore all the uncomfortable and anxiety inducing conversations that usually make men run for the door by doing what blokes do best - make daft jokes about them. Are men biologically more reckless? Are women naturally more assertive than men? Should all men wear a watch? Thought provoking, insightful and laugh out loud funny, Man ...
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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 have run into under his regime. Producer: Sasha BobakEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Studios pr…
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Jim Morrison was a rock icon, a tortured poet and a leather-trouser addict. His outrageous performances on stage and dangerous behaviour behind closed doors cause quite the stir for guests Rachel Parris, Daliso Chaponda and Stephen Bailey. Producer: Sasha BobakEvil Genius is a BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds…
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Marlene Dietrich was undoubtedly an icon - with an impressive string of films, lovers and mic-drop quotes. Her work in the Second World War was inspiring but her relationship with her husband and daughter reveal a much darker side to the life of the dazzling movie star. Amy Gledhill, Ria Lina and Alasdair Beckett-King decide - diva or devil? Produc…
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The 'Prince of Darkness' Miles Davis was a jazz revolutionary with a famously husky voice and a passion for fashion. Musical genius? Yes. Deeply flawed character? Yes. Blew his own trumpet? Big time. Our guests Desiree Burch, Ian Smith and Susie McCabe uncover the darker side of a fascinating life and debate whether he was in fact evil... or genius…
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Former First Lady of Argentina, Eva Perón, was idolised by her nation and is still worshipped to this day. Our guests Kerry Godliman, Glenn Moore and Helen Bauer expose her skeletons in the closet, question the sincerity of her deeds and give their passionate feedback on Andrew Lloyd Webber's hit musical 'Evita' based on the story of her incredible…
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Simone de Beauvoir was one of the first thinkers to call the concept of gender 'total bollocks' (not quite her words). Her feminist work was groundbreaking and shocking in equal measure. In this episode, guests Phil Wang, Lindsey Santoro and Katie Norris put on their philosopher hats to examine her fascinating life and answer the big questions: Is …
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John Edgar Hoover was an American icon who revolutionised crime-fighting and transformed the FBI into the powerhouse it is today. But do his problematic views, enormous vanity and controlling approach make him evil… or genius? Laura Smyth, Josh Jones and Johnny Cochrane expose the king of the FBI. Producer: Sasha BobakEvil Genius with Russell Kane …
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Was Anne Boleyn a cold-hearted killer or a badass feminist? What saucy activity did she allegedly import from France? And was this iconic queen the ultimate gay icon? Rachel Parris, Daliso Chaponda and Stephen Bailey join Russell to debate her life. Producer: Sasha BobakEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4 and B…
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How did an illiterate peasant from Siberia find himself dining with an Emperor? Did Rasputin really have magical healing powers or was he a cunning fraud? And what exactly earned him his shocking nickname? Producer: Sasha BobakEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds…
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Daliso Chaponda, Catherine Bohart and Rachel Parris explore the enigma of the Quiet Beatle. Deeply spiritual hippie or deeply selfish hippiecrite?Producer: Beth O’DeaEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC SoundsOleh BBC Sounds
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Geoff Norcott, Felicity Ward and Sophie Duker debate - wearing a crown, or going down? Taking in Geoff's hatred of dressing gowns, how it's a difficult time to be an ugly Ryan, and who the panel would allow to tap cigarette ash into their palm. Producer Sally HeavenEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and …
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Kerry Godliman, Darren Harriott and Helen Bauer spill the tea on the Chanel fashion guru. He might have been the greatest designer of his generation but was he the greatest human?Producer: Beth O’DeaEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC SoundsOleh BBC Sounds
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Grainne Maguire, Athena Kugblenu and Robin Morgan decide, Reagan? Or wrong 'un? Plus, could we replace a leader with an actual puppet, like Ed the Duck? And other important questions. Producer Sally HeavenEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC SoundsOleh BBC Sounds
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Rachel Parris, Daliso Chaponda and Catherine Bohart on the original drama queen. Was the Last Queen of France just a spoiled child with huge hair who didn't know any better?Producer: Beth O’DeaEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC SoundsOleh BBC Sounds
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Sophie Duker, Felicity Ward and Geoff Norcott decide whether the yellow patriarch is Duff Beer or just duff. Also, what do Geoff Norcott and Homer have in common, and what would a Gen Z Homer sound like? Producer Sally HeavenEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds…
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Desiree Burch, Josh Jones and Sara Barron - will their final thought on the chat show host be evil? Or genius? Plus, why does Desiree have Jerry Springer dolls? And what did Jeremy Kyle say about Josh's shirt? Producer Sally Heaven. Evil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds…
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Stevie Martin, Johnny Cochrane and Maisie Adam deconstruct the Swedish furniture king and his eccentric billionaire lifestyle.Producer: Beth O’DeaEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC SoundsOleh BBC Sounds
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Helen Bauer, Darren Harriott and Kerry Godliman take on the infamous gangster double act. Ronnie and Reggie ruled the East End of London in the 1960s and became genuine criminal celebrities.Producer Beth O'DeaEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds…
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Robin Morgan, Gráinne Maguire and Athena Kugblenu ask: you OK, hun? Was Attila all that bad? Is a spike up the bum really the worst way to go, which is the best Hun gadget, and why is Gráinne such a fangirl? Producer Sally HeavenEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds…
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Desiree Burch, Sara Barron and Josh Jones provide more laughs than Liz had husbands. That's seven, by the way. Or eight if you count Richard Burton twice. Producer Sally Heaven. Evil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC SoundsOleh BBC Sounds
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Maisie Adam, Stevie Martin and Johnny Cochrane prise open the coffin to assess the undead legend in the cold light of day. Superhero powers, seductive charm and also looks great in a cape. Genius, surely?Producer: Beth O’DeaEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds…
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Do Women Have More Grit Than Men? ft Gemma Bird - Part 2
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Do you have enough grit to stand the test of time? Or do you give up when the going gets tough? (no judgement, we love you either way). Join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane & financial expert, speaker and author Gemma Bird to hear what they have to say on the matter. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on Acast. Se…
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Do Women Have More Grit Than Men? ft Gemma Bird - Part 1
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Do you have enough grit to stand the test of time? Or do you give up when the going gets tough? (no judgement, we love you either way). Join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane & financial expert, speaker and author Gemma Bird to hear what they have to say on the matter. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on Acast. Se…
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REBROADCAST- Do Men Use Humour In Daily Life More Than Women? Ft Chris Distefano - Part 2
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On the panel to discuss humour this week is comedian Chris Distefano. Do men use humour in daily life more than women? Do children learn their sense of humour from their parents? What type of humour do men and women prefer? Join Russell, Lindsey and Chris to find out what they think on this week's episode of Man Baggage. Click subscribe for future …
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REBROADCAST- Do Men Use Humour In Daily Life More Than Women? Ft Chris Distefano - Part 1
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On the panel to discuss humour this week is comedian Chris Distefano. Do men use humour in daily life more than women? Do children learn their sense of humour from their parents? What type of humour do men and women prefer? Join Russell, Lindsey and Chris to find out what they think on this week's episode of Man Baggage. Click subscribe for future …
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REBROADCAST- Do Men Hide Their Fears Better Than Women? ft DJ Fat Tony & Gizzi Erskine - Part 2
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On Man Baggage This Week We Are Discussing Fear! Russell is joined by Chef and Restauranteur Gizzie Erskine and King Of Memes DJ Fat Tony who discuss if Men Hide Their Fears Better Than Women. Don't forget to subscribe to Man Baggage so you never miss an episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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REBROADCAST- Do Men Hide Their Fears Better Than Women? ft DJ Fat Tony & Gizzi Erskine - Part 1
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On Man Baggage This Week We Are Discussing Fear! Russell is joined by Chef and Restauranteur Gizzie Erskine and King Of Memes DJ Fat Tony who discuss if Men Hide Their Fears Better Than Women. Don't forget to subscribe to Man Baggage so you never miss an episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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REBROADCAST- Are Men More Confrontational Than Women? ft Kelechi Okafor & Travis Jay - Part 2
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(REBROADCAST) Bringing humour to the world of men's mental health this week is comedian Travis Jay and female auditor, Kelechi Okafor as they discuss 'Are Men More Confrontational Than Women?'. Is it really the last resort? Is there a difference between being confrontational and complaining? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…
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REBROADCAST- Are Men More Confrontational Than Women? ft Kelechi Okafor & Travis Jay - Part 1
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(REBROADCAST) Bringing humour to the world of men's mental health this week is comedian Travis Jay and female auditor, Kelechi Okafor as they discuss 'Are Men More Confrontational Than Women?'. Is it really the last resort? Is there a difference between being confrontational and complaining? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…
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Are Women More Resourceful Than Men? ft Jimmy Doherty - Part 2
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Are you able to make something from nothing? Can you turn £5 into £50, real quick? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane & TV Presenter/Farmer Jimmy Doherty to hear what they have to say on the matter. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Are Women More Resourceful Than Men? ft Jimmy Doherty - Part 1
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Are you able to make something from nothing? Can you turn £5 into £50, real quick? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane & TV Presenter/Farmer Jimmy Doherty to hear what they have to say on the matter. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Are Men More Altruistic Than Women? ft Sam Prince- Part 2
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Have you ever wondered if a selfless good deed is possible like Phoebe and Joey from Friends? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane & Made in Chelsea star Sam Prince to hear what they have to say on the matter. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Are Men More Altruistic Than Women? ft Sam Prince- Part 1
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Have you ever wondered if a selfless good deed is possible like Phoebe and Joey from Friends? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane & Made in Chelsea star Sam Prince to hear what they have to say on the matter. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Do Men Take More Risks Than Women? ft Pete Wicks - Part 2
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Are you the kind of person to invest your life savings into a business idea? Or to move across the country to be with the love of your life? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane & TOWIE alumni Pete Wicks to hear what they have to say on the matter. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
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Do Men Take More Risks Than Women? ft Pete Wicks - Part 1
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Are you the kind of person to invest your life savings into a business idea? Or to move across the country to be with the love of your life? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane & TOWIE alumni Pete Wicks to hear what they have to say on the matter. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…
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Are Women More Financially Savvy Than Men? ft Emmanuel Asuquo - Part 2
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Did you spend £500 on Beyonce tickets when you know you shouldn't have? Or were you searching for a "get rich quick" scheme to help you fund said Beyonce tickets? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane & financial expert Emmanuel Asuquo to hear what they have to say on all things finances and (possibly) help you with your financial woes. Don’t forge…
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Are Women More Financially Savvy Than Men? ft Emmanuel Asuquo - Part 1
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Did you spend £500 on Beyonce tickets when you know you shouldn't have? Or were you searching for a "get rich quick" scheme to help you fund said Beyonce tickets? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane & financial expert Emmanuel Asuquo to hear what they have to say on all things finances and (possibly) help you with your financial woes. Don’t forge…
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Kerry Godliman, Esther Manito and Rhys James decide – Starman or laughing gnome? Producer Sally HeavenOleh BBC Sounds
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Are Women Better At Resolving Conflict Than Men? ft Kimberly Wyatt & Max Rogers- Part 2
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Do you avoid conflict or do you deal with it head on (or head straight to the dance studio like Kimberley)? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane, Kimberley Wyatt and Max Rogers to hear what they have to say and more. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Are Women Better At Resolving Conflict Than Men? ft Kimberly Wyatt & Max Rogers- Part 1
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Do you avoid conflict or do you deal with it head on (or head straight to the dance studio like Kimberly)? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane, Kimberly Wyatt and Max Rogers to hear what they have to say and more. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Maisie Adam, Ania Magliano and Marlon Davis wonder what was goin' on with the soul singer.Oleh BBC Sounds
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Are Women More Open-Minded Than Men? ft Jordan Gray- Part 2
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Have you ever proposed something to your partner that was out-of the-box that it freaked them out? Or have you ever thought that confident people are more open-minded? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane and comedian Jordan Gray to hear what they have to say and more. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on A…
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Are Women More Open-Minded Than Men? ft Jordan Gray- Part 1
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Have you ever proposed something to your partner that was out-of the-box that it freaked them out? Or have you ever thought that confident people are more open-minded? Well, join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane and comedian Jordan Gray to hear what they have to say and more. Don’t forget to click subscribe for future episodes on Man Baggage! Hosted on A…
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Kerry Godliman, Esther Manito and Rhys James debate - was the Egyptian a pain in the asp?Oleh BBC Sounds
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Are Men More Greedy Than Women? ft Joe and George Baggs - Part 2
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Your eyes are not deceiving you... we are indeed back for another season of Man Baggage! We kick off the first episode of the season discussing all things greed and ask questions such as "does power make you greedier?" and "does greed look worse on a woman than a man?". Join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane and George and Joe Baggs to hear what they have…
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Are Men More Greedy Than Women? ft Joe and George Baggs - Part 1
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Your eyes are not deceiving you... we are indeed back for another season of Man Baggage! We kick off the first episode of the season discussing all things greed and ask questions such as "does power make you greedier?" and "does greed look worse on a woman than a man?". Join Russell Kane, Lindsey Kane and George and Joe Baggs to hear what they have…
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Bonus Episode: Guided Meditation
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This is an extra special piece of bonus content brought to you in partnership with E.ON Next. If you heard our episode with Dr Matt Winning, you’ll know that E.ON Next have created something of an audio toolkit for when eco-anxiety, or anxiety at large, starts to mount. And that’s what we have for you today - a mindfulness meditation. Here for you …
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Bonus Episode: Do you have Eco-anxiety?
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Eco Anxiety is very real. People across the UK are stressed about the future and the frightening implications of climate change. This can motivate us to take action. However, it can also have a reverse effect. It can be debilitating. It can be overwhelming. It can leave us feeling engulfed in the doom of it all, ready to throw in the towel. In part…
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Sara Barron, Helen Bauer and Darren Harriott on the man who's credited with finding North America. But never actually got there. And firmly believed the world to be breast-shaped.Producer: Beth O’DeaEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC SoundsOleh BBC Sounds
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Thanyia Moore, Pierre Novellie and Lauren Pattison ask if the country star did in fact walk the line.Producer Beth O'DeaEvil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Audio Bristol production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC SoundsOleh BBC Sounds
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