You are about to listen to a BBC podcast and I'd like to tell you a bit about what goes into making one.

I'm Sadata Sese, an assistant commissioner of podcasts for BBC Sounds.

I pull a lot of levers to support a diverse range of podcasts on all sorts of subjects,

relationships, identity, comedy, even one that mixes poetry, music and inner city life.

So one day I'll be helping host develop their ideas, the next fact-checking, a feature,

and the next looking at how a podcast connects with its audience. And maybe that's you.

So if you like this podcast, check out some others on BBC Sounds.

You're about to listen to the latest series of Evil Genius with Russell Kane.

Episodes will be released weekly wherever you get your podcasts.

But if you're in the UK, you can listen to the latest episodes 28 days earlier than anywhere else, first on BBC Sounds.

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Warning, this episode contains strong language.

Genius.

Genius.

Hello and welcome to BBC Radio 4's Evil Genius with me, Russell Kane,

like if Nick Grimshaw and the Latitude Festival had a child around the back of Liddle.

Think of your favourite hero from history right now.

Anyone, from Elvis to Henry VIII, Emily Pankhurst to Bill Hicks,

I can guarantee you one uncomfortable thing.

On some level,

they were twats, as are all humans, no disrespect, producer, panel, mum and everyone else listening.

The premise of the show is simple. I've invited three clever, funny friends to join me. They're already here.

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