Almost Genius - Season 1

Season 1
Episodes

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.

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.

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.

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.

"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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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!

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.
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