Shows
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeBon Iver. China Manufacturer TikTok. Dachshund Festival. Convenience Store. Powderfinger. Cults.Ben and Ione chat housekeeping, gigs in Beechworth, staying in Ned Kelly’s cottage, Melbourne band Convenience Store, getting positive texts from Caveh Zahedi, Love on the Spectrum, Ione’s Sydney book launch at the Lord Dudley, the trade war on Tiktok, Bon Iver’s universe building, The Moorepark Dachshund Festival, Bernie Sanders at Coachella, Neil Young at the Fighting Oligarchy rally and answer listener questions about glamorous restrooms, humans needs for the supernatural, whether Ben and Ione are threatened by their past relationships, talking dirty, and a brief history of Ben’s involvement in cults.To dive deeper into our...2025-04-1537 minWeirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeOasis. Miranda July. Lonnie Holley. 23 & Me. Dave Navarro. Ben Harper.On our most mildly controversial pod yet, Ben asserts the theory that Ben Harper is single handedly responsible for unintentionally ruining Australian music. Meanwhile, Ione shocks Miranda July with her bisexuality, and we explain why Oasis are the most generous pop stars of the modern era. We also touch on Dave Navarro’s body modification kink, why Pete Hegseth’s group chat mistake is very relatable, wonder whether we should we care that 23andMe have our DNA, and why no one seems to be drilling holes in their heads as a bio-hack anymore.To delve deeper into our world visi...2025-03-2638 minWeirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeLed Zeppelin Is For Nerds?!Ben Lee and Ione Skye give their hot take on Led Zeppelin2025-03-1900 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeWhite Lotus! Mahjong! SNL50! The Bangles! Rodarte! The Strokes! Yoko Ono!Ione is in LA. Ben is in Sydney.A remote pod where we delve into the topics of the day while Ione promotes her upcoming memoir and Ben preps for a road trip with Gus the puppy.To delve deeper into our world visit http://weirdertogether.substack.comTo pre-order Ione's book visit https://linktr.ee/ioneskye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2025-02-1837 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeCrispin Glover, The Cure, Jokermen, Paul Simon, Andy KaufmanThe plague has passed through our humbled abode and we reconvene to discuss Ione conquering her FOMO while living outside of the US, feeling lucky in Sydney, Jokermen podcast, Randy Newman, Paul Simon’s “Graceland”, friends who are reading advance copies of Ione’s memoir, US election anxiety and leftist tantrums, William Tyler, Timothy Leary, hanging chads, The Cure’s new album, The Try-Outs, “Saturday Night”, Ben’s controversial spelling video that led to a confused text from Missy Higgins, Harmony Korine, Andy Kaufman, emailing with Crispin Glover, and Ben’s new duet with Johanna Samuels “Sunset Marquis”.To dive deeper i...2024-11-0540 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeGoldie and Ione React to Ben's Album“Were you sad when David Blaine died?” asks Goldie, opening a fun hectic family pod episode. We realize she’s thinking of Houdini, and move on to cover growing up watching Nathan Fielder, generational concepts of gender, Big Mouth, getting the sex talk from your parents, and then do a listen through to Ben’s new album “This One’s for the Old Headz” OUT TODAY. We reflect on the themes of growing up, nostalgia, being friends with freaks and not giving up the fight.For more info sign up to our free Weirder Together email list ht...2024-09-201h 00
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeBen Tries to Convince Ione to go on Dancing with the StarsIt’s our joint bday week and Ben decides its time to put the hard sell on why he thinks Ione should be on DWTS much to her chagrin. We also recap Ione’s Omakase sushi dinner at Besuto, a million dollar bath tub invention, why the word “Child” gave Ione a mood swing, our new PICK OF THE WEEK column, The English Teacher, multi-tasking, marriage as a mutual training program, Christmas dinner with Liev Schreiber, late NYC nights with Sam Rockwell, Amy Taylor’s BIG SOUND keynote, as well as Australia’s tall poppy syndrome.To sign up f...2024-09-1132 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeSlutty SleepingOn today’s episode we chat about the stalkery photos Ione took of Ben sleeping, if Lenny Kravitz has ever looked shlubby, what Jarvis Cocker mean by “The Fear”, and Ben's pride in setting up a meeting between Beck and Danny McBride.To watch the full video of this episode for free visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/Check out Ben’s upcoming tour dates at https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-datesAnd pre-order Ione’s memoir “SAY EVERYTHING” athttps://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Say-Everything/Ione-Skye/9781668048269 Hoste...2024-07-3034 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeWe Have No Controversial OpinionsOn today’s pod we chat the pressure to have controversial opinions, Dan Clowes short films, child modelling in the 80s and Ione showing Goldie the “Pretty Baby” trailer.To watch the full video of this pod for free head to https://weirdertogether.substack.comTo see Ben on tour visit http://ben-lee.com/tour-datesTo pre-order Ione’s memoir SAY EVERYTHING visit https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Say-Everything/Ione-Skye/9781668048269 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-07-2534 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Unlistenable Star Spangled BannerShopping at Above the Clouds, checking out party venues, debating seminal Jimi Hendrix tracks - its all happening on this week's WEIRDER TOGETHER!To watch the full video of this episode head to weirdertogether.substack.comFor tix to Ben's shows or the Sydney Weirder Together party head to www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-2530 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeI Was Once Accidentally In A Scientology Dance ClassIone has FOMO about Griffin Dunne's party at the Chateau.Ben enters the crucible.Goldie gets pet rats.To watch the video of this episode and for bonus content head to https://weirdertogether.substack.com/For tickets to upcoming shows and the Sydney Weirder Together party on June 26 head to https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-1836 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeBeing AliveWe discuss "Otto On Otto", Neal Brennan, Stephen Sondheim, Tim Minchin, leaving the stage like Elvis and Martin Scorcese's tiktok era.To watch the full video of this episode and for other exclusive content joinhttps://weirdertogether.substack.com/For tickets to Ben's shows or the Weirder Together Sydney party hithttps://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-06-1135 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeI Can Control The WeatherOn todays episode we discuss Ben shows in Brunswick Heads, Brisbane and Eumundi, Ione's dinner at Hubert,we wonder do birds chit chat and can Ione control the weather?Ione also gives her top 5 gay films of all time in honour of Pride month, and Ben waxes lyrical about the Willow Smith/Questlove podcast.(The song at the end is "symptom of life" by Willow)We also announce a SYDNEY WEIRDER TOGETHER PARTY on June 26 at the Great Club!Tix via https://tickets.themusicandboozeco.com.au/outlet/event/0874dab7...2024-06-0332 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Cuddle After the Hardcore SexInspirig adventures with Beth Orton, Subtle Urban Sex Appeal, Colin Greenwood, Gerry Beckley, Public Image Ltd, Tim Hardin and more...This week's episode ends with "Friday Night" by Beth OrtonTo watch the video of this episode please visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/for lots of exclusive content consider supporting us there for only $5/month!Tour dates at https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-3031 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeSo, Your Partner Has A "PAST"?! PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)Ben and Ione discuss people's reaction to Ben's new single "LOVERS"https://open.spotify.com/album/7lNNN3e9IOZxpgWTF7mdRr?si=2qLAS14xRVKv-wbRx0v7ygTo hear the full episode head over to the WEIRDER TOGETHER SUBSTACKhttps://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-04-2006 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeSAY ANYTHING vs SAY ANYTHINGWe are excited to be joined by Emo legend Say Anything’s Max Bemis on today’s pod to discuss the influence of the Cameron Crowe classic film “Say Anything” on his band, teen angst, raising kids as an artist, cancelling yourself, Tupac and what he remembers most about the the Dashboard Confessional/Say Anything/Ben Lee tour of 2003.Say Anything's new album "...is Committed" out May 24. This episodes ends with most recent single "I, Vibrator"To watch the video of this interview, subscribe to our Substack for only $5 a month!https...2024-04-161h 02
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeSquare Dancing for P.E.On today’s pod we discuss the bizarre 80s Australian obsession with square dancing, Ione’s failed soccer dreams and Ben’s internal conflicts as an Australian creative artist.To watch the video version of this episode and for other exclusive content, consider subscribing for $5/month and enjoy!https://weirdertogether.substack.com/If you’re in Sydney come along to the next Weirder Together Variety Show at the Great Club on April 18https://tickets.themusicandboozeco.com.au/outlet/event/c0013589-c604-4f4b-b335-5dbea7c1314dAn...2024-04-0830 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeTransmissions from a Sydney AirBnbHi from Sydney!We land on our feet in a Double Bay AirBnb, ready to visit the barber, eat passionfruit, debate Cool Shoes vs The Ick, and go to the Opera.To watch the full vid of this episode (as well as lots of other exclusive content like an extra pod episode each week) please subscribe to our Substack for $5/month athttp://weirdertogether.substack.comFor tix to:March 27 WEIRDER TOGETHER VARIETY SHOW, SydneyApril 5 Dashville Nights, Hunter Valley, NSWMay 3...2024-03-2134 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeIone Plays Her Face Card for NY Fashion WeekToday we launch the WEIRDER TOGETHER Substackhttps://weirdertogether.substack.com/a hub for all creative projects we are involved in.Join our community of Beautiful Babies now and start receiving content in your inbox!https://weirdertogether.substack.com/We also celebrate the launch of the new Shamir/Ben Lee collab "God Honest Truth" OUT TODAY via Weirder Together and chat about our trip to NYC, Batsheva show for fashion week, hanging with Alexi Wasser, Ann Dexter-Jones and Naomi Fry, and reminisce about the...2024-02-2036 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeHaving a Full On Menty BBen is having a menty B.Ione liked how Taylor Swift helped Lana Del Rey with her hair.We miss Wayne Kramer The song that ends this episode is "Nostalgia Kills" by Jill Sobule, featuring Wayne Kramer on guitar, produced by Ben.https://open.spotify.com/track/73DDYmDU4BjvW4IBgRF1RL?si=bea9b82268ae49c3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-02-0635 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeJohnny Roast Beef Hires Ben as his LawyerBen is honored to be confused for a lawyer.Ione gets nutrition from gossip.We chat Joe Wong's album launch at Hollywood Forever, dinner at RAO's, Lauren and Seth Rogan's launch of the Sharon Brous book "The Amen Project", Adam Silverman's opening at Skirball and Enid's bday dinner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-01-3034 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeWomen Who PowerWalk With WolvesIone doesn't want to feel pressured to run with wolves.Ben's stubble grows back. Ione is punished by the kids for coddling them.Ben hangs with old pal Adam Green and recalls his mixed feelings about "Meet Me In the Bathroom"-era NYC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-0534 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeMy Genetics, Unfortunately....We celebrate the WEIRD story of how the electro duo ROB & CHAD from Toowoomba reached out to Ben and ended up putting out the single "MONDAY MORNING feat. Ben Lee" TODAY!!! https://open.spotify.com/album/5xruZOATpuw9nYaSoVaAFn?si=-9gUljHdScuZpkGgWUy_lwIone reminisces about her stint playing drums in Nancy Boy and her pipe-smoking era. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-11-0331 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeChatting about Ziwe, Albert Brooks, Gucci Mane and Chloe SevignyWe cover seeing the iconic Ziwe live at Largo this week.Our night in with Naomi Fry and Jesse Pearson playing "QUESTIONS"and how Gucci Mane's memoir is going to influence Ione's.Chloe Sevingy's short film KITTY can be watched athttps://vimeo.com/212006641Ben's shopify store is at https://c70610.myshopify.com/Tix for Tasmania shows athttps://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2023-10-2732 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeMy Masculinity is Threatened by Steve Martin and PrinceBen and Ione countdown to being reunited.Ione recalls an embarrassing car ride with Fischer Stevens.Ben recalls Prince's attempt to steal his girl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-1732 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeGiant Wombats, Boiled Lollies and Instant CoffeeBen explores the world of Nescafe Instant Coffee.Ione explores the origin of her charming demeanor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-1037 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeI Miss You SOOOOO MuchBen is on tour in Australia, Ione is holding down the fort in LA.To listen to the Raw Impressions episode mentioned:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-impressions-with-lou-barlow-and-adelle-barlow/id1655003886?i=1000629490017The episode ends with NUMB by Ben https://open.spotify.com/track/19BfGPym95kWAni6ikKp9C?si=eeeefb038b6b41dfLive show tix available viahttps://linktr.ee/benleemusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-0341 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeIone Skye is the Worlds Greatest WingmanMoviephone, Dono's Shakespearean teen love triangle, Consensual Ennui, Rufus Wainwright and a trip to Benihana.Listen to the Ian Rogers interview on Rick Rubin's podcast herehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tetragrammaton-with-rick-rubin/id1671669052?i=1000628542132Tickets to upcoming Ben Lee + DJ DadBod shows athttps://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-2633 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeHanging with Emma ForrestEmma Forrest is a British novelist, screenwriter and director, and joins us to chat about her newest book, BUSY BEING FREE, about her marriage to Australian actor Ben Mendelsohn.Order BUSY BEING FREE here https://www.amazon.com/Busy-Being-Free-Starting-Again/dp/1474620647/Emma is appearing at Vroman's in Pasadena October 23https://www.vromansbookstore.com/Emma-Forrest-discusses-Busy-Being-Free Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-2241 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeJoint Bday Party Recap!Ione parties until she is hoarse.Ben channels his inner Fred Schneider.The 2023 joint bday recap is HERE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-1212 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeCovered in Reba McEntire StardustIt's birthday season at Weirder Together HQ.Ione is up first and gets blessed by a Reba McEntire siting at her bday lunch.Ben's EP can be heard at https://open.spotify.com/album/4hFieYCdlRePBODEZVUArC?si=Del74r07Q829QLKCZrdkkQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-0534 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeBen & Ione Reveal Their TM MantrasWhile walking the dog last night, Ione suddenly asks Ben "Do you want to know my TM mantra?"We grapple with the idea of secrets, control and superstition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-0129 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeLive at THING Festival with John RoderickWe recap our glorious time at Thing Festival where we did a live podcast taping, Ben played a solo show, and then ended the night with a DJ DadBod set. We chat about our sexless Victorian AirBnB, eating great food and standing under waterfalls.Included is also a recording of our live chat with John Roderick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-2951 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeTropical Storm Hilary, "Jewface" and Elon Rolling Through Stop SignsWe survived Tropical Storm Hilary and sit down to chat about it all!The Ronan Farrow Elon Musk article we discuss can be found at https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/08/28/elon-musks-shadow-ruleBen's upcoming EP can be pre-saved at https://sndo.ffm.to/6a0rok9 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-2231 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeWe Went to HEAV3N with Ayesha EroticaRecap of our night out at LA's iconic HEAV3N party for Ayesha Erotica's first ever live performance.To learn more about HEAV3N visit https://www.heav3n.com/To pre-save Ben's upcoming EP visit https://sndo.ffm.to/6a0rok9Final song is RYLO's "PEOPLE WHO DON'T LOVE ME" https://open.spotify.com/album/4qqNLihtk3CtSKj6OkWkXy?si=2n3w1axBTdGe_gW2hOzjMA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-1930 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeFull Confidence, Zero EvidenceWe experiment with introducing each other.Ben ponders the possibility of spiritual healing at the Grove.Ione contemplates beautiful Scottish women under a spotlight.Ben's tour dates and tix via https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0431 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe World Biggest Hora DanceCowboy themed bar mitzvahs! Queer two-step dance clubs! The mansplaining gap!We reference Caveh Zahedi's "The Show About the Show"https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX1W43ZgDnWFX5BE3mGOpfD_dOKJQh-Msand "Getting Stoned with Caveh"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4n_XpM7mQNQ&t=1810sBen tour dateshttps://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0132 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeAll Our Friends Are Vegan Non-Binary CommunistsIone feels terrible about ruining Ben's plans to go to Beck's birthday party.Ben writes terrible jingles in the bathtub.Every Yiddish word means penis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-1130 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeBringing That Punky Brewster EnergyBen tries to tell the difference between Indiana Jones fans and Neil Young fans.Ione tries to figure out why she isn't feeling upset.Watch the Ben and Georgia Maq's "Androgynous" video, directed by Ione, here:https://youtu.be/Qe_t_HNk16UListen to "Androgynous" here:https://open.spotify.com/album/16r1HPW86jKKefKeNFSmqX?si=CxN2nOuZStmqQmXj6N3NhA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-0434 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeYo! We Started A Record LabelSun's out, birds are singing, and we've officially launched Weirder Together Records!We are joined by Rhys North to celebrate.Check out "The Hollywood EP" by McDermott & North, produced by Ben Lee, OUT NOWhttps://open.spotify.com/album/267sEtua3ABF9ic8JaAm3x?si=IbF73ZsqRBKJVLdDajyzswAnd follow McDermott & North on IG @mcdermott.north Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-3026 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeLaurel Canyon Crows Singing Bonnie Raitt DuetsRecap of the week Joanna Sternberg took over Los Angeles.We also chat about Klaus Voorman, Blake Mills, visit legendary Hollywood club night Georgio's, do some woke aerobics at Sweaty Pony with Soko and more!Check out Ben's pod "ON THE FUTURE OF BEING A MUSICIAN" at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-future-of-being-a-musician-with-ben-lee/id1691242962Pre-save the upcoming McDermott & North "Hollywood EP" out June 30 athttps://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/mcdermottandnorth/the-hollywood-ep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-2732 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeGatekeepers, Edgelords and AI Robot Cowboys Named "Dale"Did Ben enjoy Father's Day?Can Ione remember Howie Mandel's name?Will Joanna Sternberg perform an indie-rock version of Wagner's Ring Cycle at our house tonight????Listen to the Jason Woliner episode herehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weirder-together-with-ben-lee-and-ione-skye/id1623436896?i=1000597408210 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-2031 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeFamily Field Trip to the Discotheque to see The DareA cross-generational excursion to see The Dare, checking out Alex Cameron at the Cara, worried that the Jokermen guys think Ben's a coke fiend, Ione sees The Secret of My Success for the first time and considers whether housewives still take Black Beauties to clean their house. We also ponder why everyone on The Ultimatum is drinking from Silver Goblets while we enjoy season 3 of "I Think You Should Leave". Ione recalls nursing a pigeon during June Gloom.The song at the end is HERE by Radnor & Leehttps://open.spotify.com/album/0oVUMRsFuUIB5...2023-06-1332 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeON THE FUTURE OF BEING A MUSICIAN...WITH BEN LEEBen Lee explores the possibility of a sustainable future as an artist in the music industry in a rapidly changing landscape.This first episode is a discussion with Gomez's Tom Gray who as well as being a musician, is an activist who created The Broken Record campaign as well as running the Academy’s #FixStreaming initiative, which are calling for better streaming revenues for artists and helped spark the Economics of Music Streaming inquiry.This is the only episode that will appear in your feed automatically because you subscribe to Weirder Together....2023-06-081h 06
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeLearning To Use Pronouns Will Never Be As Hard As Learning to Call Your Stepfather 'Dad'Ione likes an "ankle touch" while she sleeps.Ben walks past Glen Campbell's haunted estate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-0628 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeI Tried To Stage Dive But No One Caught MeIone is having a full-on anxiety attack about choosing the right menu for a Memorial Day hang. Ben attempts to stage dive at the Hoodoo Gurus but the crowd doesn’t catch him.Ben's new single, Tuck Shop, a collaboration with Ninajirachi, is OUT TODAY!Check it out on Spotify HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7g1mTqFfloA0fnZJZ4XbS9?si=59f72d5CTL6SQaCODpgsqgCheck it out on Youtube HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPZVP_AHbuI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...2023-05-3035 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeI Tried To Stage Dive But No One Caught MeIone is having a full-on anxiety attack about choosing the right menu for a Memorial Day hang. Ben attempts to stage dive at the Hoodoo Gurus but the crowd doesn’t catch him.Ben's new single, Tuck Shop, a collaboration with Ninajirachi, is OUT TODAY!Check it out on Spotify HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7g1mTqFfloA0fnZJZ4XbS9?si=59f72d5CTL6SQaCODpgsqgCheck it out on Youtube HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPZVP_AHbuI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...2023-05-3034 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeIone Pitches Her Concept for the Perfect NightclubIone has a lot of living to do!Ben rates "cooking" on his time/energy expenditure balance sheet!There's an AirBnb scandal! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-2324 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Coronation of the Beautiful BabiesBen is fired up with opinions about the Monarchy and Azealia Banks.Ione wonders if some people who run drug cartels might also be good parents.We reference Marc Fennell's "Stuff the British Stole"http://www.marcfennell.com/stolenMusack - giving kids and teens a voice through music by providing guitars, drums, and support for music teachers.https://www.musack.org/our-story"Birds and Bees" by Ben Lee (feat. Mandy Moore)https://open.spotify.com/track/2ia845PL7GEoQfjlsS2fQn...2023-05-0926 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeHysterically Laughing & Crying At The Madonna Concert On MushroomsIone becomes inexplicably overwhelmed by the dancers and production at a Madonna concert in the 90s.Ben contemplates songwriting, Weezer, Lewis Capaldi and Neil Young.Finally up to date with Vanderpump Rules. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-0232 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeWe Threw A Rave...In Our Living RoomThe true story of the night Ninajirachi turned our house into a full-on rave!Check out Ninajirachi's music here https://open.spotify.com/track/1NAYrYgd473ua418mz32xb?si=ae58f4ef7a3f437cTo listen to the Becky & Cam Show episode "Super Rich Kids" at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-becky-cam-show/id1436299128?i=1000609987470Buy live or virtual tix to the Dan Mangan & Friends show at Dynasty Typewriter feat. Ben Lee, Mae Martin, Steven Ogg and Lauren Ruth Ward via https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dan-mangan-friends-w-mae-martin-steven-ogg-ben-lee-and-more-tickets-622092374037?fbclid=PAAaY111...2023-04-2529 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione Skye90s Rockstars Were Walking Advertisements for ScoliosisIone reminisces about kids who talked about Jesus on the playground.Ben contemplates whether the Beautiful Babies would be open to wheatgrass suppositories.Everyone is excited for the launch of "The BLAG Show with Sarah and Sally" on the Weirder Together Podcast Network this week!LISTEN TO THE DEBUT EPISODE HERE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blag-show-with-sarah-and-sally/id1682346405 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-1830 minWeirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione Skye90s Rockstars Were Walking Advertisements for ScoliosisIone reminisces about kids who talked about Jesus on the playground.Ben contemplates whether the Beautiful Babies would be open to wheatgrass suppositories.Everyone is excited for the launch of "The BLAG Show with Sarah and Sally" on the Weirder Together Podcast Network this week!LISTEN TO THE DEBUT EPISODE HERE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blag-show-with-sarah-and-sally/id1682346405 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-1829 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeWhat Do Debbie Harry and Seahorses Have In Common?Ben and Ione get an iconic text message from a legendary beautiful baby.Check out the only podcast that mentions 14th Century Zen poet Ikkyu, Harmony Korine and Mallrat in the same episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-0427 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Phone Is Ringing, Oh My GodIone appears in the NY Post's Page 6 column.Ben chastises Kanye for having lack of commitment to his hate.Dinner at Pace where Beck makes a controversial statement regarding Depeche Mode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-2827 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeSappho Was A Huge Rupert Murdoch FanIone asks Ben to read SapphoBen expresses gratitude for frozen food.Karaoke. Lesbian wine bars. Burdened by passion.Check out Ben and Meg Washington's cover of Paris Hilton's "Stars Are Blind" https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=wTWzJsjGIR8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-2035 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeRaw Shtetl SexualityBen pays tribute to Fiddler on the Roof's Chaim Topol.Ione is blocked with connecting to Midwestern Rock.Goldie wins the Oscar ballot.Tix available to THE THING festival: See Ben perform a band set and a DJ DadBod set, and Ben and Ione record a live pod episode in Washington State!www.thingnw.orgCheck out Venezuelan artist Anne Diaz and her new release "Despechada" www.anediazmusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-1429 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeWhen Life Is Scary, Get In It's FaceBen gets Ione up early to pod.Ione remembers getting a knife pulled on her...twice.Ben wonders if he was mugged "properly".To learn more about The Ron Persky Songwriting Workshop follow www.instagram.com/ron_perskyTo donate to the Dorian Kweller Memorial Fund visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/doriankweller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-0730 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeFamily Business with Lou Barlow and Adelle BarlowSpecial guests this week are Lou Barlow and Adelle Barlow, who do a weekly podcast called "RAW IMPRESSIONS" on the Weirder Together Podcast Network. Ben and Lou go way back to the 90s but this is the first time the two couples have hung out in person.Listen to Raw Impressions at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-impressions-with-lou-barlow-and-adelle-barlow/id1655003886To read the article Ione wrote about Tatiana von Furstenburg check out https://www.huffpost.com/entry/royalty-in-la-tatiana-von_b_370899 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...2023-02-2149 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Orgy Derailed By The Chinese Spy BalloonBen needs something to be obsessed about.Ione is a muse offering sometimes questions guidance.Zeus needs to keep it in his pants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-0733 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Linear Nature Of This Story Has Completely UnravelledIone analyzes why her she cant keep jeans up.Everything Ben watches is about grappling with mortality.Real boxers keep it professional. You get what you get and you get upset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-2432 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeTipsy TippingThis week on Weirder Together; Uncle Michael's a psychonaut, Ione's digging industrial musicals and Ben is an eternal traveling salesman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-01-1731 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeGet That Street Meat Out Of My CarWe experience our own personal Bravo-Con, get inspired to go clubbing by Fred Again, and chat Ladies and Gentlemen the Fabulous Stains!Watch Ione's short film adaptation of Dan Clowes' "David Goldberg" starring Jena Malone herehttps://vimeo.com/25583065Fred Again blows Zan Lowe's mind https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3G27XxE3HAKate Jinx and Brodie Lancaster's podcast SEE ALSOhttps://shows.acast.com/see-alsoTix to Ben's upcoming LA and NY showshttps://www.ben-lee...2023-01-1029 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeYou Misread My Trousers As EuphoriaIone lays a holiday guilt trip on her mom.Ben admits to having higher stamina for Yom Kippur than Xmas.We decide together that 2023 is the year our creative balls drop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-2729 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeHow Many Funk Mentors Do You Have?!?!Ione battles her inner Larry David/Howard Stern.Ben admits defeat in his funk education.Check out Ben's remix of Kira Puru's new single "Talk With Me"! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-2133 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeXmas Party Recap - with Georgia Maq!!!Georgia Maq joins us for a super gossipy recap of this weekends Xmas party and jam sesh.We also try to answer the ultimately mystery: who walked in on Georgia peeing?Find Georgia online at @goldsoundz_ To see fun vids of the festivities check out our IG accounts.And this ep ends with Ben's remix of the HORRORSHOW track "Yours And Mine" OUT NOW! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-1335 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeIt's Only A Matter Of Time Before Someone Suggests A BrunchWe've entered the holiday season and we have been out and about...Tales from the frontlines of David Netto's book launch, Richard Shepard's film screening, Kelly Oxford's bday, Korean films downtown, sushi, yule logs, eggnog and more!Also, Ben's mum makes a surprise appearance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-12-0629 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Hell Realms of the Hollywood Xmas ParadeIone reflects on the surviving the Hollywood Xmas Parade.Ben makes a viral video of his mother-in-law dancing to Black Sabbath at Thanksgiving dinner.WATCH THE CLIP HERE - https://www.instagram.com/reel/ClZFlgog0iP/?igshid=YWJhMjlhZTc%3D Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-2930 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeSwinging with Brett Gelman and Ari DayanBen and Ione introduce another couple into their podcast experience to spice things up 🌶We discuss Drugs! Acting! Ego! Law suits! Role play! And much more.Check out Ari Dayan's new ep out this week viahttps://open.spotify.com/artist/7GaejO7nB6Tyt5S462Fn6o?si=vNArMIAaQ7qIiXyw3cum_QFind Brett and Ari on IG at @brettgelman and @witchofthewestcoast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-2252 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeFrankie Goes to Hollywood Were Early Adopters of EdgingBen is stressed.Ione is irritated.Together, they hold firm to Frankie's eternal message "Relax. Don't do it," for inspiration.The live sizzle reel Ben mention's is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QFaADP4ZGETickets to LA show Jan 17 + NY show Jan 19 https://www.songkick.com/artists/335294-ben-leeFinal song is "Chills" from Ben's album 'Hey You Yes You' which turns 20 this week.Co-written with Jason Schwartzman, produced by Dan the Automator. Hosted on Acast. See acast...2022-11-1533 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeBonus Ep - Brock Enright and the Invitation to AbstractionBen and Ione play a clip from Episode 3 of Brock Enright's experimental podcast series "Vague Data" and discuss meditation, abstraction and learning to use our brains differently.VAGUE DATA can be found at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vague-data/id1650108789 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-1006 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeIone Teaches Sex EdIone and Ben clarify the difference between Connie Stevens, Connie Fischer and Connie Francisand do a deep dive into the world of Caroline Calloway, NYC It Girls and the rise of fascism.Watch Ben's new video for "Slow Down" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_BB218HOk0Tix on sale Friday for Ben's US showsJan 17 Moroccan Lounge, Los AngelesJan 19 Berlin, NYCwww.ben-lee.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-0836 min
The Back of the RangeLee McCoy - Georgia Great Returns to AthensMy guest on this episode is Lee McCoy. Lee had an incredible collegiate career at the University of Georgia. He was a two-time First-Team All-American that picked up SEVEN wins for the Bulldogs. He was also selected to the 2015 U.S. Palmer Cup and Walker Cup teams. Great conversation with SHERM!
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Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeTalking 1990'sWith the launch of the 90s exhibition "Unpopular" at the Powerhouse in Sydney, Ben and Ione reminisce and chat 90's indie rock, Pav, Sonic Youth, the Beastie Boys and how to appreciate magical times in the past without getting trapped in nostalgia. Visit https://www.maas.museum/event/unpopular/ in Sydney! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-11-0134 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Ark in the ParkIone stole Betty Davis's pronunciation.Ben stole Evan Dando's posture.We eagerly await Uncle Michael's arrival in LA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-2537 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeLittle Boys in the 70s Loved Mae WestBen regrets heckling Fiona Apple as a way of expressing his hurt feelings.Ione remembers wanting to do a striptease as a child.We launch Brock Enright's new podcast series VAGUE DATA!APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vague-data/id1650108789SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZJZgUfB74YRMVgEXATgRy?si=4eba6f9afdef4d6a Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-1831 min
Fitbet with Dilruk Jayasinha and Ben Lomas Podcast223 - Ben Lee is Free!The music powerhouse Ben Lee joins Fitbet. Live from LA Ben covers comedy, family life, creativity bursts and taking psychedelics. So much fun having such a big star on the pod.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2022-10-1359 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione Skye"Are You There Google? It's Me, Ione"Ione tries to change the results of a Google search.Ben talks groupies.We got callers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-1127 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeAdam Levine's Advice to Ben That Got Us TogetherThe true story of how Adam Levine's machismo actually helped Ben and Ione's connection reach the point of consummation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-2733 min
The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterLegacy of Sweetness: Preserving Tradition with Ben Otterbein | Crafting Community, Quality, and Flavors at Otterbein CookiesTune in and be inspired by 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, hosted by the engaging Rob Lee. Together with our guest today, Ben Otterbein, the fifth-generation owner of Otterbein Cookies, embodies the rich heritage of a Baltimore institution established in 1881. In this episode of The Truth In This Art, host Rob Lee delves into Ben's journey as he transitioned from a career in web development to preserving and advancing the family-owned Otterbein's Cookies business. With a legacy spanning 140 years, Ben remains dedicated to upholding the bakery's tradition and fostering a strong sense of community within the company, ensuring...2022-09-2429 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeWho's The Bigger Forrest Gump?Ione recalls the New Mexico tradition of taunting "the town slouch".Ben is fascinating by the Nicki Minaj vs Azealia Banks feud.Japanese scientists crack the mystery of squirting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-2035 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeBirthday Party RecapBen and Ione host an iconic joint birthday party.Ben reconciles with hippy friends.Ione google researches squirting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-1331 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeHave You Seen Snoop Dogg's Porno?Ione wants to know is a capella ever good?Ben wonders if some secrets should never be told?Snoop Dogg has a great uplifting community vibe in his porno. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-0634 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeLet's Start this Episode with You CryingIone feels like crying and doesn't know why.Ben remembers the first love poem he ever wrote.Watch the episode of Caveh Zahedi's web series discussed here https://vimeo.com/743772261Listen to Ben's new album "I'M FUN!" here https://benlee.lnk.to/info Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-3032 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Jewish Angus YoungsIone and Ben are horny for adulthood as school goes back at the end of Summer break. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-2335 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeBefore We Were Assholes, We Were Beautiful BabiesIone tries to teach Ben how to get into better fights with her.Ben's new album "I'M FUN!" out Aug 18 - everyone who pre-orders gets tickets to a private acoustic zoom show.Pre-order via https://store.warnermusic.com.au/artists/ben-lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-0936 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeCooking Strawberries and Salmon for Billy CorganBen prepares Billy Corgan a bizarre dinner of cooked strawberries and salmon.Ione visits Robert Downey Jr in prison.Goldie reviews "NOPE" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-08-0227 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeIone's Sex DreamIone dreams a scenario that pushes Ben outside his comfort zone.Goldie pranks her parents. Nathan Fielder is the burrata of the cheese world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2629 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeIone Reads Her Childhood PoetryIone loves Old People.Ben loves DJ-ing.Goldie loves Jordan Peele. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-2030 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeGetting Rejected by Jon HammBack in California.Ione likes podcasting more than real life.Ben's eyes look particularly beautiful today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-1333 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Ultimate Make-Out MusicBen has to show his balls to a childhood friend. Ione wants every detail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-0533 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeWho Doesn't Love Pulling a Beautiful Tomato?Ben and Ione re-hash their very first fight about rock piles in Sedona, Arizona from 2006, and try and once and for all get to the bottom of who was right and who was wrong. They also explore rumors they've heard about themselves, the pros and cons of being an artist couple, their frustration with the American Supreme Court ruling, and the birth of the "Weirder Together Podcast Network". This episode features music from Suzihttps://www.instagram.com/suzisangthis/https://www.tiktok.com/@suzisangthis Hosted...2022-06-2834 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThe Age DifferenceIs Ben just a trophy husband for Ione? Who's the sweater boy and who's the absolute nightmare? How do short men find a woman to love and fetishize them? Are you an earthboy or do you want to contact aliens? What use is Ben if he wont sit on Ione's lap? We answer all of these questions and more on this week's episode!The Gawker article mentioned is at https://www.gawker.com/culture/i-should-be-able-to-mute-americaBen's tour dates are at https://benlee.lnk.to/ParentsGetHighTour?biolink=trueWatch the PARENTS GET HIGH...2022-06-2133 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeReunited And It Feels So GoodBen convinces Ione to start recording the new episode the minute Ione arrives in Australia. They discuss sentient AI, 6th grade graduation festivities, Vivienne Westwood's reflections on punk, and Ben's song "Parents Get High". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-1435 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeI Don't Want To Go To The Health Spa, I Just Want To Have A Good TimeBen and Ione discuss Ben's rainbow scarf during Pride month, the Michigan Womyn's Festival, the bisexual 90s, merch, tea towels, Klaus Voormann, Ronnie Wood's sofa and Goldie gives us an update on 6th grade. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-0732 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeFREE YOUR ASS AND YOUR YOUR MIND WILL FOLLOWBrisvegas, Love Island, Moustaches for Women, and Australia's love affair with Halloumi Cheese all discussed on Ben and Ione's first ever remote episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-3129 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeFooty Player or Crocodile?Ben and Ione chat about cults, Pretty Woman and sex work, Ione's ongoing lack of understanding of Australian football, being fined for crying, and the Australian election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-2434 min
Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione SkyeThis Podcast Will Reveal ItselfBen and Ione begin the adventure. Special appearance by Goldie.aSVuFRtaLRQqYEFS06Q7 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-1729 min
Free to A Good HomeEp 150 - Surprisingly Heavy Cube with Ben LeeBen Lee joins us to chat giraffe costumes, the chance of a life time at Movie World and pitches us a series of rom com ideas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-2652 min
Ben In the BasementBen In The Basement - July 12thYes, it's back and it's not a repeat. Unless it is, in which case, sorry. Series 2 of Ben In The Basement is here with great guests, ridiculous jokes and the best alternative music for ears from Code Break, Cheekface, The Vaselines, Graham Parker and the Rumour, Children of the Pope, Shampoo, Smol Data, Prefab Sprout, Ben Lee, Speed Dinosaurs, Brian Cant, Credit To The Nation and more. Plus jokes, events news, general anti-fascist rage, pop hooks and an interview with Bobbie from Kitsch In Sync. It's the desperate gasping cheer we all need right now! Unl...2021-07-1358 min