Almost Genius - Season 1

Almost Genius - Season 1

Season 1

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Episodes24
DatesDec 29, 2015 - Jul 18, 2016

Episodes

Grasping for Greatness
Season 1Episode 130 min

Grasping for Greatness

People pole dancing in India; a guy totally confuses his girl in bed; the amazing way one guy puts on his pants.

Dec 29, 2015
Missed It by That Much
Season 1Episode 230 min

Missed It by That Much

A band of marauding monkeys wreak havoc on a freshly baked batch of bread; learn how to properly kiss your mate from a couple of pros; witness the awesome chi of the office karate master.

Jan 5, 2016
A Day Late and a Dollar Short
Season 1Episode 330 min

A Day Late and a Dollar Short

Check out a real-life lightsaber academy, the worst dating profiles ever and a dance-off that is so bad, it's good.

Jan 12, 2016
Desperately Seeking Super
Season 1Episode 430 min

Desperately Seeking Super

Saluting the everyday heroes; from a mystical owl whisperer, to a camp that prepares you for the Zombie Apocalypse, to a skateboarding taco.

Jan 19, 2016
'A' for Effort
Season 1Episode 530 min

"A" for Effort

The man with the biggest mouth in the world; a monk who stayed out a little too late; a Human Tower; an awesome 80's hair salon.

Jan 26, 2016
Daring the Universe
Season 1Episode 630 min

Daring the Universe

Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson celebrate those who reach for the stars, but fall flat on their asses - from the best local mall commercial ever, to a man who can drive a car and play the recorder at the same time.

Feb 2, 2016
Flying Too Close to the Sun
Season 1Episode 730 min

Flying Too Close to the Sun

Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson raise a glass to those who try hard but don't quite hit the mark - from a pop' n' lockin' marine, to a bear who thinks he's a person. And watch an Irishman go back to the future.

Feb 9, 2016
Standing Ovation
Season 1Episode 830 min

Standing Ovation

Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson give a round of applause to those who aren't quite ready for the spotlight. From a group of friends who get sexy on the slip 'n slide, to a dolphin Don Juan, to a funeral home dance party... this episode gives a tip of the hat to those who try their best but don't quite make the mark.

Feb 16, 2016
Yes You Can!
Season 1Episode 930 min

Yes You Can!

Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson are handing out participation trophies all around! From past-their-prime partiers, to a high speed wardrobe malfunction, to a salsa-making monkey... we salute those competitors who struggle just to find the finish line.

Feb 23, 2016
We're #2
Season 1Episode 1030 min

We're #2

Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson turn lemons into hilarious lemonade, making the most of people who've soured on success. From a baby who laughs like a troll, to a pooch getting his snout massaged, to a cake that screams for mercy, we're celebrating the ones who've peaked at number two.

Mar 1, 2016
Close But No Cigar
Season 1Episode 1130 min

Close But No Cigar

Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson aim the spotlight at the understudies in life. From an unbalanced pageant girl, to a banana-wielding Italian, to a literal pop-eye...we give those who continually fall short their moment to shine!

Mar 8, 2016
Sports Edition
Season 1Episode 1230 min

Sports Edition

From sprinting sumos, to super fan freakouts, and more balls to the face than you can count...hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson celebrate those athletes who go for the gold but settle for silver.

Mar 22, 2016
Digging Deep
Season 1Episode 1330 min

Digging Deep

Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson know the cream rises to the top, but they're much more interested in the layer just below it. From a butt-naked rock climber, to a kid inventing new curse words, and the never ending twerk...we're digging deep to find the greatest no-getters out there!

May 16, 2016
Hardly Working
Season 1Episode 1430 min

Hardly Working

Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson are on the lookout for people who give it their all despite not being all there. From a geriatric gymnast, to the ultimate wedgie, and a good old fashioned game of Bang, Marry, Kill! We celebrate those who never give up…even though they probably should.

May 23, 2016
Falling Short
Season 1Episode 1530 min

Falling Short

Falling Short: Hosts Chris and April love those who have a recipe for success but are missing a few ingredients. From a bikini-clad nunchuck artist, to the ultimate video remix battle...we're serving up a piping hot bowl of humble soup. Enjoy!

May 30, 2016
There It Isn't
Season 1Episode 1630 min

There It Isn't

From metal dudes with office jobs, to a gang of nude cyclists, to a grandma who flips for water sports...hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson do a bang-up job of showcasing those who aim high but come up the slightest bit short.

Jun 6, 2016
No Cigar
Season 1Episode 1730 min

No Cigar

From a dad with a DIY rollercoaster, to the world's smallest gymnast...this show highlights those brave souls who think on their feet but don't always land on them.

Jun 13, 2016
Flying Low
Season 1Episode 1830 min

Flying Low

From a father/son beatboxing duo, to a cat with a tissue issue, this show celebrates those who shoot for the stars but don't quite make it past liftoff.

Jun 20, 2016
So Close Yet So Far
Season 1Episode 1930 min

So Close Yet So Far

Chris and April celebrate those who shoot for the moon and hit a tree on the way down; failure to launch has never been so fun.

Jun 27, 2016
If at First You Don't Succeed
Season 1Episode 2030 min

If at First You Don't Succeed

From a piano-playing horse to a cliff jumper who thinks he's Mary Poppins; those who give it their all and still come up short.

Jul 4, 2016
Half Baked
Season 1Episode 2130 min

Half Baked

From homemade haircuts, to guys rebooting their computer with a baseball bat, we've got the still-frozen-on-the-inside microwave burritos of humanity.

Jul 11, 2016
Spectacular Defeat
Season 1Episode 2230 min

Spectacular Defeat

Hosts Chris Fairbanks and April Richardson are giving style points to people who snatch defeat from the jaws of victory. From a baby ninja warrior, to a flopping pianist, to a sloth with no concept of personal space...we celebrate those with a skill for avoiding success.

Jul 11, 2016
Go for the Gold
Season 1Episode 2330 min

Go for the Gold

Tonight we celebrate those with gold aspirations, but bronze abilities. From the residents of a town called Dildo, to a base-jumping monkey, we find out if they're the best of the worst, or the worst of the best!

Jul 18, 2016
Down But Not Out
Season 1Episode 2430 min

Down But Not Out

From snack-stealing monkeys and fighting grandmas, to a guy solving Rubik's cubes in a speedo...these people won't win, but they'll go down swinging! Chris and April give a standing 10 count to see who will get up to finish the fight.

Jul 18, 2016

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