
The Brilliant Idiots
byCharlamange Tha God and Andrew Schulz
Comedy
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.
Episodes(40 episodes)

Winter Storm Brick
This week on The Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz kick things off reacting to climate chaos, conspiracy theories, and whether the government is secretly controlling the weather. From there, the conversation spirals into AI dragons, Bigfoot, unicorns, whales, and why humans believe some wild things but draw the line at others.
Things get very Brilliant Idiots when they dive into aging, masculinity, sex, relationships, and the realities of getting older, including brutally honest (and hilarious) takes on erections, marriage, masturbation, and how youth is truly wasted on the young.
On the political...
Published: Jan 23, 2026Duration: 1:48:35

Paranormal Permeation
In this episode of The Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz kick things off by talking real life — from engagements and new babies to the pressures of parenthood and maintaining friendships as life gets bigger. From there, the conversation jumps all over the place in true Brilliant Idiots fashion, blending humor, honesty, and sharp cultural commentary.
The guys dive into the state of society, the impact of social media on public opinion, and what role comedians actually play in today’s political and media landscape. They break down why “bad guys” are sometimes necessary in storytelling...
Published: Jan 16, 2026Duration: 1:44:54

Double Bunny With A Side Of Weave
This week on Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz break down everything from the Street Fighter movie trailer and why theaters are officially “back,” to the absolute chaos surrounding Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua and why everybody’s tuning in just to see what happens.
Things get unhinged as they react to Ray J’s viral Diddy comments, debate celebrity scandals, workplace relationships, and whether people at the top should ever date coworkers. The conversation gets deep (and hilarious) as they talk marriage, cheating, accountability, and power dynamics, plus a brutally honest breakdown of why men ruin good...
Published: Dec 17, 2025Duration: 1:55:55

Blockbusters Closed
In this episode of Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz, dive into everything from holiday vibes and Christmas traditions to the wild world of celebrity culture. They discuss Jason Derulo’s controversial comments about working with women, what happens when stereotypes go unchecked, and how power shows up in relationships and society.
From there, we break down the Diddy documentary and the darker side of the entertainment industry, fame, accountability, silence, and the way power can twist things behind the scenes. We also get into how the industry is shifting with the rise of podcasting, ho...
Published: Dec 12, 2025Duration: 1:56:36

Wife’s On The Line
In this week’s episode of The Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz kick back and recap their Thanksgiving family drama, good food, old memories, and all the real-life feelings that come with the holidays. The guys get into the clash between legacy media vs. new media, breaking down why political interviews feel so different today and why it’s so hard to make politicians seem human. They also talk about how much responsibility the media really has when it comes to shaping stories, and why basic literacy, common sense, and trusting the right sourcesmatter more than ever.<...
Published: Dec 5, 2025Duration: 1:52:41

Sweet PoT*##Y Pie
This week on Brilliant Idiots, Andrew Schulz and Charlamagne tha God dive into everything from WWE run-ins with the Giants O-line, parenting confessions, breastfeeding myths, and Taylor’s (She’s back) whole journey into new-mom life. And of course, it wouldn’t be Brilliant Idiots without spiraling into aliens, dreams, Asian extraterrestrials, automated barber machines, colonoscopies, nutty childhood moments (literally), and why Thanksgiving might be the most Native-American-ass holiday ever.
Schulz and Charlamagne debate the Three Body Problem, the truth about Epstein, politics, conspiracies, and why “Quiet Piggy” might be the funniest political nickname Trump ever dropped. Plus, barb...
Published: Nov 21, 2025Duration: 1:32:17

Dimples and Plain Cheese
In this episode of Brilliant idiots , Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz bounce around a ton of wild, timely, and thought-provoking topics, everything from what it’s like for a comedian to get back on stage, to navigating friendships when politics get… messy. The crew breaks down the latest government shutdown drama, how it hits federal workers, and what it means for healthcare, SNAP benefits, and the everyday people caught in the middle. We also get into the big question: what responsibility do billionaires and corporations actually have in moments like this?
We also divie straight into the...
Published: Nov 14, 2025Duration: 2:11:05

Cold War
This week on Brilliant idiots, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz dive into the New York mayoral election, the rise of Zoran Mamdani, and what politics looks like when the internet and real-life stress (like rent and $12 eggs) collide. We’re talking identity politics, affordability, NYPD beef, ICE, socialism vs. capitalism, Trump-game strategy, and whether “being in the club” disqualifies you from public office.
Plus, Curtis Sliwa ghosting podcasts, politicians ducking platforms, and the art of winning just by being relatable. It’s jokes, heated debates, wild analogies, and some painfully honest NYC reality checks.
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Published: Nov 7, 2025Duration: 1:38:16

Flameboyant
Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz are back with another wild episode of The Brilliant Idiots. The crew kicks off stereotyping each other (in the most Brilliant Idiots way possible), debating Jewish lawyers, doctors, AI, Hollywood, the Saudis buying the film industry, and why Jersey might actually be the future of entertainment.
They get into politics, ICE raids in NYC, TikTok creating fake personalities, and how people swear they know your beliefs off a 30-second clip. Chris considers “activating his white privilege,” Charlamagne explains cheer dad life, and somehow Cam Newton fights a mascot.
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Published: Oct 31, 2025Duration: 1:53:06

(S)oy Vey
On this episode of The Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz get into the madness of New York City politics, rent prices going through the roof, mayoral chaos, billionaires vs. broke artists, and why everybody swears they’re moving out of NYC but somehow never do. They break down affordability, housing struggles, and what makes New York the most frustrating but still undefeatedcity in the world.
From communism jokes to remembering “the rent is too damn high” guy, to debating whether LA, Atlanta, or Miami can really compete with the city’s culture, the conversation goes every...
Published: Oct 24, 2025Duration: 1:17:22

Blanking On Everything
In this episode of Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz are unpacking everything from the emotional toll of hostage situations to the fine line between free speech and offending the crowd in comedy.
They get into what it really means to stay authentic as a comedian, how politics shapes public perception, and why money can sometimes mess with creative choices. Expect honest takes on performing in controversial venues, the chaos of the world today, and the art of storytelling in memoirs.
From Arsenio Hall’s lasting influence to Kylie Jenner’s surprising musical debut, nothi...
Published: Oct 17, 2025Duration: 1:43:32

Blues Brothers
This week on Brilliant idiots, Andrew Schulz is back after a little break, catching up on life, culture. From breaking down the behind-the-scenes grind of making a major film to geeking out over the legacy of Street Fighter, they dive deep into what’s shaping today’s entertainment world.
The convo doesn’t stop at movies Charlamagne and Andrew get real about how social media fuels political drama, including the viral Charlie Kirk moment, and why empathy matters more than ever in such a divided time. They also unpack the struggles of the Democratic Party, the rise of youn...
Published: Oct 4, 2025Duration: 1:54:32

The Hit List (Ft. Akaash Singh)
This week on Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne Tha God links up with Akaash Singh for a wild ride of politics, comedy, and straight-up chaos. From Mayor Adams’ spin on gentrification to free speech wars with Jimmy Kimmel, Trump’s revenge tour, and whether Kamala Harris can actually keep it real – nothing is off the table.
The guys break down New York’s vibes, argue over who should really be paying the dinner check, and dive deep into loyalty, lies, and why perception always seems louder than reality. Plus, some unfiltered takes on bots running social media, H1B visas, an...
Published: Sep 26, 2025Duration: 1:35:18

Post Dame Interview (Ft. Loren Lorosa)
In this episode of the Brilliant Idiots Podcast, Loren LaRosa is back with Charlamagne Tha God and they break down Dame Dash’s appearance on the Breakfast Club, his wild legacy in hip-hop. They get real about pride, ego, and materialism in the culture, and why respect matters so much whether in conversations, business, or life.
The also dive into what it really takes to be an entrepreneur, how fame can fuel conflict, and why relationships in business are just as important as money. They also touch on race, gender, and the challenges women face in media, plu...
Published: Sep 19, 2025Duration: 1:38:02

No Shoes McGee (Ft. N.O.R.E.)
On this week’s episode of The Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne tha God and Andrew Schulz chop it up with hip-hop legend N.O.R.E. From his big health transformation to balancing family life, N.O.R.E. keeps it real about his journey both inside and outside the music game.
He talks about his love for running, giving back to the community, and opens up on his relationships with other artists—plus, he doesn’t shy away from the recent Pusha T and Pharrell drama. The crew also dives into the rise of reggaeton, cultural identity, and the be...
Published: Sep 13, 2025Duration: 1:55:52

A**Lighters Anonymous (Ft. Donnell Rawlings & Jivanta Roberts)
On this episode of The Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne The God is joined by Jivanta Roberts and Donnell Rawlings for a wild, unfiltered conversation that dives into everything from trust and relationships to the art of making a solid first impression.
They discuss how public scrutiny affects personal lives, breaking down messy celebrity situations like August Alsina’s relationship drama. They also chop it up about love in music, redemption in comedy, and why having a strong community backing you can change everything.
But it doesn’t stop there things get even deeper with talks about stre...
Published: Sep 5, 2025Duration: 1:48:18

Backshots 4 The World (Ft. Akaash Singh & Mark Gagnon)
This week on Brilliant Idiots, Charlamagne is joined by Akaash and Mark from Flagrant podcast and get into a wild mix of topics. They kick things off with Drake’s messy family court drama, questions about whether his jewelry is actually real, and of course the never ending back and forth with Kendrick Lamar. Meek Mill’s public image gets some heat, Snoop Dogg comments on a kids movie causes backlash, and Tyrese makes things awkward with a body count joke.
But it doesn’t stop there. The conversation takes some funny left turns, like debating the power...
Published: Aug 29, 2025Duration: 1:34:50

Lo Town Road (Ft. Loren Lorosa)
In this episode of The Brilliant Idiots Podcast, Charlamagne Tha God and Lauren LaRosa keep it real about the world of podcasting, pop culture, and everything in between. They break down how different guests shake up the audience, the ups and downs of fame, and why personal stories hit harder than any publicity stunt.
From the influence of artists like Lil Nas X and Future, to the role of hip hop in shaping culture, Charlamagne and Lauren dive into how celebrity has evolved—and what it takes to actually last in the game. They also get into the po...
Published: Aug 24, 2025Duration: 2:06:39

Holy Tres
In this #AskAnIdiot edition of The Brilliant Idiots podcast, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz keep it real on everything from girl dad parenting tips to dealing with those tricky convos with teenage daughters. They get into what it’s like trying to find personal space as a husband and father, plus how the media game and career opportunities are changing.
The guys also dive deep into spirituality, religion, sin, forgiveness, and what it really means to question Christian beliefs. No topic’s off-limits—they challenge old ideas and talk about how faith can evolve. On the politi...
Published: Aug 15, 2025Duration: 1:28:34

Lime Green Vibratoes
In this episode of Brilliant Idiots podcast, Charlamagne Tha God and Andrew Schulz chop it up about everything from WNBA drama involving dildos, to why hair extensions might be messing with identity. They get real about living with ADHD, how society labels us, and why body positivity in ads still feels a bit off sometimes.
The guys also revisit the classic TV show Martin, breaking down its impact on comedy, beauty standards, and the iconic roast battles between Martin and Pam. From there, the convo takes a serious turn—covering health scares like Lyme disease, the pressures on...
Published: Aug 7, 2025Duration: 2:21:07