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It's Ben a WeekEp. 50: It’s Ben a Year — The Season One Finale (ft. AJ)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben wraps up his very first year of podcasting with a deeply personal and celebratory Season One Finale. After 50 straight weeks — zero missed Tuesdays — Ben sits down with the one person who started this journey with him: AJ. With thousands of listeners tuning in from across the world, Ben reflects on how the podcast began, how much it’s grown, and how much work went into creating something from scratch with no team, no production company, and no built-in audience.Ben opens the episode with a candid...
2025-12-1641 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 49: Ben Facing the Holidays After Loss (ft. Blain)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben opens the episode by recapping the unbelievable viral rise of Jeff the Opossum, whose video has now hit nearly 3 million views across TikTok and Instagram. Ben shares the wild influx of new followers, the hate comments from people wanting “more Jeff, less podcast,” and the unexpected chaos of going viral over a porch possum instead of the content he actually produces.But quickly, the episode shifts into something much deeper. Ben welcomes one of his close friends, Blain, for a vulnerable and emotional convers...
2025-12-0941 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 48: This Week Has Ben Sex, Scams, and Secret Santa (ft. Joy)⚠️ Warning: this episode is X rated and NSFWThis week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben is joined by his friend — Joy — for the dirtiest, wildest, and most X-rated episode in the history of the show. And before they even get to the sex talk, Ben has a Thanksgiving meltdown to unload.The episode opens with Ben’s Thanksgiving Eve nightmare: A scammer stole $1,000 from him — and did it so convincingly that even Joy admitted she would’ve fallen for it. Ben walks Joy step-by-step through the scam, including:How the scammer...
2025-12-021h 00It's Ben a WeekEp. 47: Bennifer Take on Bravocon & Wicked (ft. Jennifer Geisser)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben is joined by one of his favorite people on earth — Jennifer Geisser, Executive Vice President of Communications for Bravo and Peacock Unscripted, and the woman running the entire Bravo universe while Ben runs around in sparkly shoes.Before Jen even joins the chat, Ben unleashes a full rant on:Getting blocked from the Granbury Breaking News Facebook page (shocker)Being surrounded by trash families at the theaterMoviegoers who crinkle Skittles bags during emotional Wicked momentsSnapchatting during a mo...
2025-11-2548 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 46: He’s Ben Abused, Abandoned, and He Survived (ft. Weston Brown)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben sits down with Weston Brown, a Texas native whose shocking and emotional story has captured national attention.Weston grew up in a hyper-religious, politically extreme household just outside Dallas — homeschooled, isolated, and forbidden from music, movies, doctors, or anything that didn’t fit a narrow version of “God’s plan.” When he came out as gay, he was fired from his church job, cut off from his family, and told he could never come home.Years later, Weston discovered that his mother — now living in Granbury —...
2025-11-1858 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 45: Ben Best Friends with John Wayne’s Granddaughter (ft. Laura Munoz-Bottini)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben is joined by one of his best friends — actress and producer Laura Munoz-Bottini, who just happens to be the granddaughter of The Duke himself, John Wayne.The episode opens with martinis, cinnamon sticks, and chaos as Ben and Laura reminisce about their first acting class together in 2015, where Darrell the acting coach famously told Ben to “go write a letter in the closet and fight for Little Ben.” (Yes — in the closet.)From there, the conversation flows from laughter to legacy as Laura open...
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It's Ben a WeekEp. 44: Ben Making Spirits Bright (ft. Shane)This week on It’s Ben A Week, the Christmas season officially begins — and Ben’s not waiting for anyone’s permission. AJ’s out of town, the Halloween décor is gone, and Mariah Carey has defrosted, which means it’s tree-trimming time. Between giant ornaments hanging from the ceiling and a three-day decorating marathon, Ben dives into why Christmas joy should never be delayed — and why Thanksgiving can kick rocks (dry turkey, stuffing, and all).After some holiday chaos — including a performance of “Defying Gravity” on a party bus at 70 mph — Th...
2025-11-0435 min
Creator PlaybooksHow To Actually Build a Global Brand And Sell It (In Just 7 Steps) | Ben Branson | SeedlipGet a breakdown of Ben’s brand-building frameworks in my free newsletter: https://bit.ly/4noPRukApply to work with me:https://bit.ly/4oDmAgxBen Branson is the founder of Seedlip - the world’s first non-alcoholic spirit. In this episode, Ben shares how he built a completely new drinks category from his kitchen and turned it into a global brand stocked in 40+ countries and acquired by Diageo.We cover how Seedlip went from an idea in a small kitchen to a movement changing the drinks industry, the creative phil...
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It's Ben a WeekEp. 43: Ben Standing Up, Not Backing Down (Happy Halloween)This week on It’s Ben A Week, it’s Halloween — and Ben’s fired up.After a whirlwind of travel from LA to Cabo (and back), Ben’s back home, zipping around the ranch on his Segway, reminiscing about his past Halloween costumes — from Miley Cyrus to Jesus floating on a cloud. But between the laughs and chaos, this episode takes a sharp and heartfelt turn.A Facebook post claiming “science proves no one is born gay” sets Ben off on a passionate rant about religion, judgment, and why using faith to justify hate isn’t holy — it’...
2025-10-2824 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 42: Ben Dealing with Disney Adults and Android Users (ft. Bryan & John)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben is joined by his friends Bryan and John from Out Loud and Laughing for what can only be described as a pumpkin-spiced fever dream.It starts innocent — PSLs, Starbucks baristas, and why no one uses proper grammar anymore — but spirals quickly into the Android vs. iPhone debate, porn bans in Texas, Disney adult confessions, and Greg Abbott jokes that might get everyone canceled.From there, Ben and the boys get deep (and deranged):Broken bed frames...
2025-10-2141 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 41: Ben Living Without Fear (ft. Gabrielle)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben is joined once again by his good friend Gabrielle, and things get deep fast — but not before a Starbucks rant. The blue-haired barista saga continues, complete with foam mishaps, stick-and-poke tattoos, and a debate over why grandmas dye their hair blue.From there, the conversation shifts from funny to philosophical, as Ben and Gabrielle dive into the idea of fear — how it shapes us, limits us, and how choosing adventure and self-belief can completely transform your life.They open up about:The “b...
2025-10-1438 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 40: Ben Down for All the Right Reasons (ft. Tara & Haley)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben welcomes a very special pair of guests — his cousin-in-law Tara, and her daughter Haley, who instantly steals the show.Tara shares her family’s powerful and emotional story of raising a child with Down syndrome — from the shock of the diagnosis to the overwhelming joy and laughter Haley brings into their lives every day. She opens up about young motherhood, the early medical scares, the misconceptions around disabilities, and how her family turned fear into faith, humor, and love.Then Haley takes the mic...
2025-10-0741 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 39: Ben on Hold, Ben on Standby, Ben Over ItThis week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben is back with a short and savage solo rant. Two companies landed on his official shit list: AT&T and Starbucks — and he’s not holding back.It all started with a simple iPhone case return that turned into a full-blown customer service nightmare. Between a useless app, a store manager hiding in the back, and a call center that sounded like a rave in the background, Ben lost his mind trying to return a $45 case.Then Starbucks caught...
2025-09-3019 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 38: Ben Wearing Kelly’s Shoes (ft. Liam Kyle Sullivan)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben fulfills a childhood dream — sitting down with viral video pioneer Liam Kyle Sullivan, the creator of Kelly from the Shoes video that defined early YouTube and inspired a generation of comedians.They dive into everything from the origin of Kelly to how YouTube fame in the 2000s was completely different from TikTok virality today. Liam shares behind-the-scenes stories about creating Shoes, Muffins, and Text Message Breakup, how Susan Walker was born, and why Shoes almost didn’t happen.The conversation covers:The Ji...
2025-09-231h 12It's Ben a WeekEp. 37: AJ’s Been Hired, I’ve Ben FiredThis week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben and AJ are back together — and it’s a rollercoaster.Ben kicks off with his latest run-ins with religious trolls, from women claiming “being gay is a choice” to strangers spamming his DMs with Bible verses. His clapbacks? Iconic. (“You know what else is a choice? Your dental hygiene.”) AJ brings his calmer perspective, reminding Ben (and all of us) that leading with heart usually wins — but Ben’s still choosing chaos.Then the conversation moves to:The infamous bear encounter at the cabin and w...
2025-09-1644 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 36: Ben With Bears (ft. Domenica Albero)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben is joined by his new bestie Domenica Albero, fresh from a Northern California “camping” trip that was less sleeping bags, more fairytale chaos.What started as a Lake Tahoe getaway (complete with a bear under the deck charging at Ben) turned into a full-blown fantasy vacation with castles, rivers, nightly theme parties, and… golf cart near-death experiences.They break down:Why every night ended with them on a pool table performing Wicked like it was the TonysBen’s golf cart...
2025-09-0942 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 35: Ben Missing (ft. Cassandra Broadway)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Cassandra Broadway is back, and we’re covering everything from medical meltdowns to missing persons mysteries.Ben kicks things off with his annual LabCorp rant after another disastrous blood work experience — barcode scanning drama, fasting for nothing, and why phlebotomists have the same customer service energy as the post office.Then the conversation spirals into:Why camping feels like punishment when you already live on a ranch with 70 animalsBen’s upcoming “glamping” trip to Northern California with cabins, theme nights, and maybe some mushroomsWhether reality TV r...
2025-09-0231 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 34: Ben Basic About Pumpkin (ft. Sherri)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Sherri is back for her third appearance (making her the show’s most frequent guest — besides AJ, of course). And as always, no topic is off limits.The episode kicks off with the return of pumpkin spice season at Starbucks, leading to a full breakdown of pumpkin cream cold brews, muffins, candles, and Sherri’s inside knowledge of how to grow (and rotate!) the perfect pumpkin. Things quickly spiral into Starbucks foam wars, blow job comparisons at the drive-thru, and cream cheese confessions.From the...
2025-08-2639 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 33: Ben The Life Of Showgays (ft. Bryan & Jon)This week on It’s Ben A Week, the studio is loud, shady, and glitter-covered as Ben is joined by Bryan and Jon from the podcast Out Loud and Laughing. The mics heat up instantly as the trio dives into Taylor Swift’s new album, Life of a Showgirl — breaking down lyrics, Easter eggs, and why she has the best marketing team.From there, nothing is off limits — Housewives drama, murder hypotheticals, Caitlyn Jenner rants, pop culture meltdowns, and the eternal question: if you could get away with it, who’s your first...
2025-08-1937 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 32: He's Ben Writing & Directing Hollywood Blockbusters (ft. Rawson Marshall Thurber)This week on It’s Ben A Week, I’m joined by Rawson Marshall Thurber — the writer and director behind blockbuster hits like Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story, Central Intelligence, Skyscraper, Red Notice, and the upcoming Voltron film. He’s worked with everyone from Ben Stiller to Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, Jennifer Aniston, and Gal Gadot — and now… me.Then Rawson and I get into:How Dodgeball came to beWhat it’s really like working with The Rock, Ryan Reynolds, and Jennifer AnistonThe pressures of directing mega-budget films vs. the joy of smaller comediesDirecting action vs. com...
2025-08-121h 22It's Ben a WeekEp. 31: Ben-eath the Surface: Beauty, Needles & Truth (ft. Botox Queen Laura Fischer)She’s the only person Ben trusts to poke his face with needles—and for good reason. In this episode, Ben is joined by Beverly Hills-based nurse practitioner and aesthetic guru Laura Fischer for an honest, hilariously relatable, and incredibly informative deep dive into all things skincare, Botox, filler, and the myths surrounding aesthetic treatments.From what age you should actually start Botox, to the difference between “filler face” and tasteful enhancement, Laura spills all the tea. Ben also shares his own skincare addiction cycles, and why Ben refuses to attend a Botox party in someone’...
2025-08-051h 10It's Ben a WeekEp. 30: Have You Ben AI-Curious? (ft. ChatGPT)This week on It’s Ben A Week, we’re trying something new — and maybe a little futuristic. First, Ben kicks things off with some classic rage and chaos: a Starbucks, a Male Truck Drivers, and a bar fight with a cowboy bigot that ends with a bloody vape pen to the face.Then things take a turn… because our guest this week is not a celebrity, influencer, or mom — it’s ChatGPT.Yes, Ben interviews artificial intelligence — the app that’s changing the world. ChatGPT and...
2025-07-2945 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 29: Ben in the Bush (ft. Urzila Carlson)This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben sits down with Urzila Carlson — global comedy powerhouse, Taskmaster trauma survivor, and certified expert in both sarcasm and swearing.Originally from South Africa, now based in New Zealand, Urzila has taken the comedy world by storm with her Netflix specials, unfiltered stand-up, and razor-sharp takes on everything from LGBTQIA+ to not ending up porn. She’s a scene stealer in her new movie Kinda Pregnant, but first — we need Ben to get the name right! The episode o...
2025-07-221h 16It's Ben a WeekEp. 28: Hamptons, Housewives, and Ben Faking DiarrheaThis week on It’s Ben A Week, It's all about Montauk, Manhattan, and the Cowboy Carter tour. What was supposed to be a chill summer getaway turned into a full-throttle saga featuring a Real Housewives, a bar showdown, a fake diarrhea excuse to Delta, and me almost getting decked by a guy a local fisherman.In this episode, I cover: A returned Christmas card from someone who ghosted me… and blocked me Getting kicked out of a dive bar by a bartender dressed like Pippi LongstockingAlmost getting punche...
2025-07-1533 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 27: SoulCycle Has Ben My Cult (ft. David Zint)This week, Ben sits down with his SoulCycle instructor and longtime friend, David Zint — master instructor, motivational powerhouse, and unofficial therapist. After clocking over 750 hours of riding with David, Ben gets deep about how SoulCycle helped him through breakups, grief, and the chaos of acting life — and why it was never about burning calories.But before we spin into the deep stuff, Ben shares his extremely unpatriotic feelings about the Fourth of July, why he’s ready to cancel kids at the gym, how fireworks nearly ruined a friendship (and his barn), and the la...
2025-07-081h 04It's Ben a WeekEp. 26: Ben in the Dominican RepublicThis week on It’s Ben A Week, it’s just me — and the wildest work week I’ve ever had.I booked a national commercial that had me on a flight to the Dominican Republic in 12 hours. Problem is… it was the same weekend as my friend’s funeral and the Beyoncé concert I’d been planning to go to for months.Here’s what went down: I booked a national commercial shooting in the Dominican Republic I had to cancel Beyoncé...
2025-07-0139 minCreator PlaybooksUltimate Podcast Setup For 2025 - Beginner To AdvancedGet the full gear breakdown in my free newsletter: https://callummcdonnell.substack.comApply to work with me: https://forms.gle/uw6NZDBHs2pQNYhbAIf you’re starting a podcast or want to upgrade your setup — this is the only video you need.In this episode, I sit down with Ben Warburton (award-winning director + DOP) to break down the ultimate podcast setup for every budget: from $1K to $100K. We cover cameras, lenses, lighting, audio, data, design, and all the things no one tells you — including what gear’s overrate...
2025-06-2532 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 25: I've Ben Shooting with Top Headshot Photographer (ft. Steph Girard)This week on It’s Ben A Week, I’m kicking things off with a story that made me question everything: a friend ghosted me in the middle of planning an episode… after confirming, bullet pointing, and saying “love you.” I went full Nancy Drew, messaged her mom, and basically spiraled into a wellness check meltdown.If you’ve ever been stood up, blocked, or left wondering “am I crazy or is this sociopathic?” — same.But then — the episode redeems itself — because I’m joined by one of my all-time favorite humans and mentors: Stephanie Girard, LA...
2025-06-241h 12
The Progressive Property PodcastHow to Take Control of Your Finances with Ben Knight of The Trade Tribehttps://www.progressiveproperty.co.uk/raf/
Kev is joined by Ben Knight from The Trade Tribe to talk about how you can take control back of your finances in the stock market. For less than 5 minutes a day, Ben’s strategy helps anyone learn and start trading.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
• Ben Knight started The Trade Tribe 5 years ago with the goal to make trading more simple for the everyday person.
• Many people avoid trading as it can be portrayed as complicated, but Ben says this is not the case and you shouldn’t let it...
2025-06-2425 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 24: Ben Going Bravo and Boo Boo for LabubuThis week on It’s Ben A Week, I’m kicking things off with some real talk. We just lost a dear friend — Danny — to cancer, and my heart goes out to his husband Blaine and everyone in our crew who’s hurting. Life hit hard this week, but so did the laughs, the chaos, and the cocktails… because grief doesn’t come in a straight line.We flew to LA for the week and let me tell you — travel was a disaster, AJ caught Labubu fever, I got bullied by a flight attenda...
2025-06-1750 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 23: Ben Clownin’ Around (ft. Gilly Adams)This week on It’s Ben A Week, I talk about why children don’t belong at the gym, why iPad babies are ruining customer service, and how I ended up almost cheering when a dumbbell landed on a toddler (he’s fine… allegedly).Then I head back to LA for my best friend’s insane baby shower, and I reflect on how Pride Month is being erased by the government — including renaming the Navy ship named after Harvey Milk and quietly stripping trans names from the Stonewall monument. Not okay.
2025-06-1042 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 22: I've Ben Gay! 🌈 (Birthday & Pride Special)This week on It’s Ben A Week, it’s my birthday… and I’m officially coming out — right here on the podcast. Surprise! I’m gay. 🌈 (Okay, not that shocking)I’m turning 33, and this episode is a full reflection on self-love, Pride Month, and the journey of getting comfortable in your own skin. I talk about growing up closeted, internalized shame, high school bullies, my terrifying coming-out moment with my mom on the freeway, and how I finally got to a place where I can proudly say: I love who I am.
2025-06-0326 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 21: Ben A Survivor — Brain Surgery, Grief, and Growth (ft. Gabrielle)This week on It’s Ben A Week, I’m saving dogs, dodging kids at the gym, raging about kettlebells, and reflecting on Katy Perry’s outer space comeback tour. Oh — and I shot a gun for the first time. No big deal.Then I’m joined by a brand new friend — yoga instructor, tarot reader, and all-around badass Gabrielle, who shares her incredible story of surviving emergency brain surgery at 14, losing her mom shortly after, being kicked out of her house at 16, and still somehow becoming a business owner, healer, and deeply self-aware h...
2025-05-271h 04It's Ben a WeekEp. 20: Aruba, Audis, And Ben Missing My Lug Nuts (ft. Cassandra Broadway)This week on It’s Ben A Week, things go off the rails fast — literally. I try to rescue a squirrel stuck in my truck tire and end up driving the wheels off my dually. Then I recap my stressful (and slightly unhinged) car buying journey and why I chose the new Audi Q6 over a Tesla. Spoiler: I just can’t give Elon my money.Then AJ’s best friend of 20 years — and my instant bestie — Cassandra joins me for the full episode. This episode covers: The great squirrel rescue gone w...
2025-05-201h 00It's Ben a WeekEp. 19: Moms Have Ben Through It (Mother’s Day Special)This week on It’s Ben A Week, we’re honoring Mother’s Day — but not in the Hallmark card way. This is an episode about real moms, real loss, real love, and the unthinkable strength it takes to show up when life knocks you flat.First up: I talk with my incredible friend Victoria, who shares the story of losing her newborn daughter Eden — and how grief became the most powerful fuel for her growth. She opens up about the trauma, therapy, and the promise she made to Ed...
2025-05-131h 29It's Ben a WeekEp. 18: Stagecoach & Patti LaBelle — It’s Ben Crazy (Ft. Elise Hansen)In this episode of It’s Ben a Week, I’m joined by my longtime bestie Elise Hansen to break down the chaos of Stagecoach and Coachella—two festivals that are as different as acid and whiskey. But first, we recap one of the wildest nights of our lives: AJ manifested his dream (again) and ended up singing on stage with the one and only Patti LaBelle. And yes, there's video.In this episode we discuss:The chaos of airplane etiquette (why are adults bringing stuffed animals?)Coachella vs. Stagecoach: Which one is worth it?The bougie...
2025-05-0657 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 17: Hangxiety Has Ben Real (Ft. Holly Williams)This week on It’s Ben A Week, I’m exposing one of my worst enemies: hangover anxiety—or as I like to call it, Ben-xiety. Why is it that after a fun night of drinking, I wake up convinced that everyone hates me and I'm about to get canceled by my friend group?I break down why vodka is my toxic best friend, why I'm a world-class drunk texter, and why hangovers on vacation just hit different. Plus, I do a little "science" deep dive on why alcohol messes with your neurotransmitters (don’t fact che...
2025-04-2953 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 16: We've Ben Buying a RanchThis week on It's Ben A Week, I try to make sense of Easter... and somehow end up ranting about Braille drive-thru menus, espresso mispronunciations, and whether Jesus just Houdini’d himself out of that tomb. I also give you an inside look at my week—from dealing with Starbucks stick-figure family vans, to accidentally draining our ranch's entire propane tank for one 10-minute swim.Then AJ joins me for the full interview segment and we finally tell the real story of how we ended up living on a Texas ranch. Spoiler alert: it involves a Scientologist, a $1...
2025-04-2248 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 15: YouTube Star Turned Death Doula… She’s Ben On A Journey. (Eleven aka Lynette Cenee)From beauty guru to jungle-dwelling death doula—this week’s guest has lived. Ben reconnects with his longtime friend Eleven (aka Lynette), a former YouTube star turned psychedelic guide, spiritual teacher, and self-described shapeshifter.They dive into everything from ayahuasca trips, queer identity, and death work to what it really means to evolve, let go, and embrace change. And yes, there’s talk of puking in the jungle and shitting yourself in a white ceremonial robe. (You’ve been warned.)Whether you're skeptical, curious, or just here for the ride—this episode is an honest, eye-openin...
2025-04-151h 13It's Ben a WeekEp. 14: I've Ben Under a spell (ft. Caroline Rhea)This week, Ben sits down with comedy royalty — the one and only Caroline Rhea. You probably know her best as Aunt Hilda from Sabrina the Teenage Witch, but today she’s trading her spellbook for stories, jokes, and a whole lot of heart.This episode is equal parts stand-up set, therapy session, and fun — and yes, Caroline can still get recognized just by laughing. In this episode:We record live from one of Caroline’s comedy showsCaroline officially becomes my comedy coach (God help her)AJ shares love for her — and honestl...
2025-04-0831 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 13: Ben Acting (ft. Trisha LaFache)This week on It’s Ben a Week, I’m joined by the insanely talented Trisha LaFache—actress, writer, director, lawyer, coach, podcaster and all-around legend—who’s taking us behind the scenes of her career, from television to her unforgettable role in Jury Duty.We get into the absolute madness of Hollywood, the weirdest audition stories, and what it really takes to survive in this business. Trisha is raw, hilarious, and completely unfiltered—just the way we like it.What We Cover:The chaos and comedy of Jury DutyThe brutal (and...
2025-04-011h 09It's Ben a WeekEp. 12: We've Ben Talking Sex, Spirits, and Small-Town Secrets... and Sweet Potatoes (ft. Sherri)In this episode of It’s Ben a Week, we’re diving into the most unhinged small-town stories ever—ghosts, UFOs, secret sex clubs, and, somehow, a sweet potato that no one saw coming.Ben is joined by Sherry, a friend and small-town insider, as they break down:Ben’s latest medical nightmare and why his elbow is still trying to kill himA haunted house so terrifying, the entire family had to fleeThe time PETA came for Ben’s life over a rattlesnakeGranbury’s underground...
2025-03-251h 08
Tech Powered LuxuryThe Brow Queen: In Conversation with Brow Aid Founder Kim O'SullivanWelcome to Season 6 of Tech Powered Luxury, brought to you with Azure Communications! This week on Tech Powered Luxury, we sit down with the Queen of Brows herself, Kim O’Sullivan. With over 14 years at Giorgio Armani, training under industry legends like Pat McGrath, and now expanding her brand globally, Kim has built an empire rooted in expertise, passion, and an obsession with perfect brows.Kim fell into the beauty industry at 19 while working at Brown Thomas, where she was hired by Giorgio Armani Cosmetics - marking the start of a 14-year career wit...
2025-03-2546 min
Family Health Lab#5 Steps to LIVE LONGER (DO THIS) for Best Ketosis, Insulin & Glucose Results | Dr Brian LenzkesDr. Brian Lenzkes is an internal medicine doctor based in San Diego, and a ketogenic and low carb specialist. Listen to Dr Lenzkes' tips on the foods and lifestyle strategies that transformed his and his patient's health. 🔷 Carnivore Kids? Dr. Anthony Chaffee: https://youtu.be/d3iXJAJaZp8?si=BI0XMj65NlOfQsSh&t=113🔷 Why #KetoDiet is so Powerful. Dr. Dom D'Agostino: https://youtu.be/sg3lABmbzuQ?si=NOFv7xR7L4vdjH_8🔷 How to Heal from #CarbAddiction with Bitten Jonsson: https://youtu.be/i6KmXWHsWt0?si=uVnvMdmXh4Ld1u9RTime...
2025-03-2354 minTech Powered LuxuryLia Cowan: A Fashion Brand Rooted in Romance and Ballet, as worn by Derry Girls' Nicola CoughlanWelcome to Season 6 of Tech Powered Luxury, brought to you with Azure Communications! This week, we’re diving into the world of fashion, sculpture, and bespoke bridalwear with Irish designer Lia Cowan. Known for her statement-making designs, worn by none other than Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan, Lia’s journey from sculpture student to art teacher to fashion designer is incredible.Lia’s fashion journey took an unconventional path - she studied sculpture at NCAD, dreamed of becoming a teacher, and even spent three years teaching art in secondary school before realising...
2025-03-1845 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 11: This Has Ben KAOSIn this episode of It’s Ben a Week, I’m recapping my insane Caribbean yacht trip, from the luxury and debauchery to the near medical emergency that almost had me airlifted off the boat.We cover:The over-the-top yacht experience—how the crew packs your bags better than you doHow a tiny scratch turned into a full-blown arm infection that nearly ruined the tripThe moment I realized my elbow was the size of a grapefruit and made a terrible medical mistakeSt. Barts...
2025-03-1826 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 10: Ben Caught Cheating (ft. Bre & Bree)In this episode of It’s Ben a Week, we are diving into the messy world of cheating, red flags, and relationship disasters. From personal experiences to jaw-dropping betrayals, this episode is packed with drama, scandal, and a few hard truths.We cover:The ultimate cheating scandal that left Ben’s friend blindsidedHow to spot red flags early and why ignoring them never ends wellSocial media and cheating—the DMs that expose everythingBen’s own history with cheating partners and why he always seems to...
2025-03-111h 04Tech Powered LuxuryBuilding the Future of Irish Luxury Handbags with Silvana LandaWelcome to Season 6 of Tech Powered Luxury, brought to you with Azure Communications! This week, we’re diving into the world of brand building, luxury retail, and international expansion with Silvana Landa, the founder of LANDA and a powerhouse in the fashion industry. From Brown Thomas and L’Oréal to launching her own leather goods brand, Silvana has built a career many aspire to.Silvana started her career in fashion at Brown Thomas, quickly moving from the shop floor to brand management before joining L’Oréal to lead major luxury brand launches, including Biotherm and K...
2025-03-1147 minTech Powered LuxuryFrom Direct Provision to Miss Ireland: The Unstoppable Pamela UbaWelcome to Season 6 of Tech Powered Luxury, brought to you with Azure Communications! For quite some time now, Azure has been our go-to provider for all things print and marketing. If you attended our Live from Paris Fashion Week show in September last year, you would have seen our event magazines featuring all of the designers and creatives who played a part in the event and our beautiful invites - all created by Azure Communications - they know how to elevate events and marketing with a luxury and personalised touch.If you’re looking...
2025-03-0741 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 9: Ben UnleashedThis week, I’m going solo—no guests, just me, my unfiltered thoughts, and a whole lot to say. We’re talking about the most reckless dog owners (yeah, the ones who throw their dogs in the back of trucks like cargo—what the actual hell?), the chaos of running a podcast, and my ongoing koi pond nightmare. Spoiler: it’s still leaking.I also dive into imposter syndrome, podcast stats that blew my mind, and why this show is already in the top 10% of podcasts (what?!). Plus, a PSA to stop DMing me about how your grandpa’s...
2025-03-0434 minTech Powered LuxuryCreating the Future of Fintech for Luxury Shopping Experiences with Prommt CEO Donal McGuinnessWelcome to Season 6 of Tech Powered Luxury, brought to you with Azure Communications! This week, we’re diving into the world of mobile payments, luxury retail, and user experience with Donal McGuiness, the CEO of Prommt. If you’ve ever wondered how tech is shaping the way we shop for high-ticket items or how luxury retailers are making payments seamless for their customers, this episode is a must-listen! Payments in luxury need to evolve to match the elevated customer experience. Clunky, unbranded payment methods can ruin the luxury journey. 💫 Prommt is revolutionizing payments by offer...
2025-03-0340 minTech Powered LuxuryFrom British Vogue to the BBC and Beyond: Fashion, Media and AI with Anne-Marie TomchakWelcome to Season 6 of Tech Powered Luxury, brought to you with Azure Communications! This week’s guest: Anne-Marie Tomchak, journalist, broadcaster, and expert on fashion, sustainability, and AI.Anne-Marie’s career spans British Vogue, documentary-making, and co-founding ShareJoy, a platform combining storytelling with sustainable fashion.AI is making an impact on trend forecasting, supply chain management, and even design itself, while sustainability is becoming a critical business pillar.AI vs. craftsmanship: Will we value artistry, or will speed and scalability win?Exclusive reward: Win a 30-minute mentorship session with Anne...
2025-02-2842 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 8: How I've Ben living The White LotusIn this episode of It’s Ben a Week, AJ and I take you on a chaotic, scandalous, and very White Lotus-esque trip to Cabo San Lucas. What was supposed to be a relaxing getaway quickly turned into a week of sex, drugs, blood, and an unexpected airport shakedown.We dive into:Getting detained at customs and scammed out of $500 over podcast equipmentThe steam room situation that had us questioning everyone’s vacation intentionsA near-death dinner disaster featuring sparklers, broken tables, and a woman lite...
2025-02-2545 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 7: I've Ben Scammed (ft. Morgan Dreier)In this episode of It's Ben a Week, Morgan and I share a week full of unexpected scams and everyday chaos that will have you shaking your head in disbelief. We dive into:• The absurdity of discovering that gas prices differ wildly from station to station—and the sheer lack of self-awareness behind it all.• A chaotic dental visit turned scam, featuring outrageous bills, endless appointments, and a battle with insurance that left me questioning modern dentistry.• The hilarity of wedding invitation scams, where fake invites and mismatched Honey Fund dates had me scamming myself and wond...
2025-02-1846 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 6: Ben Going Viral (ft. Carlo Amato)This week on It’s Ben a Week, I sit down with Carlo Amato, the viral, no-BS wedding planner that has social media obsessed—and even caught the attention of Rihanna. We talk about his rise to internet fame, the wedding trends that need to die immediately, and the groomzillas who are officially worse than bridezillas.We also dive into: The epidemic of people lacking self-awareness My gas station showdown with a woman who refused to move Carlo’s wildest wedding stories (spoiler: grandmothers were not...
2025-02-1141 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 5: Ben a Sinner, Ben a Saint (ft. Lee Hanssen)This week on It’s Ben a Week, we’re diving into a raw, unfiltered conversation about religion, faith, and the Bible with my longtime friend, Lee Hanssen, a pastor and man of faith.We get into:My personal (and chaotic) experience at Catholic school—including why I was kindly asked to leaveThe questions about faith and the Bible that have always confused meThe complicated relationship between religion and the LGBTQ+ communityLee’s perspective on misinterpretations of the Bible and how it’s been used to ju...
2025-02-041h 04Tech Powered LuxuryFashion OG Lorraine Keane on the Xposé Days to Fashion Relief and Speaking Up About MenopauseWelcome to Season 6 of Tech Powered Luxury, brought to you with Azure Communications!
This week, we shine light on Lorraine Keane - broadcaster, entrepreneur and champion for sustainable fashion and social impact. From interviewing A-list celebrities on red carpets to creating impactful charitable initiatives, Lorraine’s story is one of pure passion.
From her early days on AA Roadwatch to becoming a household name through TV3’s Xposé, Lorraine carved a path that took her across the globe - dancing with Bono, singing with Paul Young, and rubbing shoulders with Victoria Beckham.
Pivoting to freelance work a...
2025-02-0348 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 4: Ben Sipping Soirée (ft. Margaret Josephs)Margaret Josephs Spills the Tea on Sobriety, Success & Soirée! This week on It’s Ben a Week, I sit down with the fabulous Margaret Josephs to talk all things sobriety, success, and Soirée—her brand-new non-alcoholic beverage that’s redefining the party scene. We dive into:• Her decision to embrace a dry lifestyle• The inspiration behind Soirée and why she’s shaking up the industry• The truth about success, reinvention, and staying on top• And of course—a little Ho...
2025-01-281h 02Tech Powered LuxuryLuxury Retail 2.0 - From AR Mirrors for D&G to NFC Beauty Stickers and AI Influencers with FFFACE.ME Founder Dmytro KornilovWelcome to Season 6 of Tech Powered Luxury, brought to you with Azure Communications!
FFFACE.ME is leading the way in blending AR and retail by integrating AR mirrors, phygital clothes and virtual try-ons into offline and online shopping experience.
Dmytro shares how his introduction to AR wasn’t exactly love at first sight - but how, over time, he discovered its true potential and developed powerful use cases for the luxury fashion and beauty industries.
Dmytro emphasises the need to adapt marketing strategies to the cultural and psychological needs of the next generation, rat...
2025-01-2856 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 3: Who's Ben Cutting My Hair?Wrong Ubers, Surprise Haircuts, and a Courtroom Showdown—Oh My! In this episode of It’s Ben a Week, we dive headfirst into pure chaos—the kind that only happens when you least expect it. From fighting a court ticket to a mystery haircut by a total stranger (yes, that happened), this one is packed with WTF moments.We’re breaking down:• The drama of taking a ticket to court (spoiler: it’s a mess)• Waking up to a haircut from a random stranger?!...
2025-01-2147 minTech Powered LuxuryFrom Fashion Editor to Red Carpets and Live TV: Creating a Dream Career with Zeda the Architect 🎬Welcome to the Season 6 Premiere of Tech Powered Luxury, brought to you with Azure Communications!
For quite some time now, Azure has been our go-to provider for all things print and marketing. If you attended our Live from Paris Fashion Week show in September last year, you would have seen our event magazines featuring all of the designers and creatives who played a part in the event and our beautiful invites - all created by Azure Communications - they know how to elevate events and marketing with a luxury and personalised touch.
If you’re lo...
2025-01-2134 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 2: I've Ben on a Fitness Journey (ft. Brandon Sledge)From Wildfires to Workouts—Let’s Talk About It! In this episode of It’s Ben a Week, we start with a moment of reflection on the LA fires and the importance of compassion and community during tough times. Then, we shift gears and hit the gym with my personal trainer, Brandon, where things get… chaotic. We’re breaking down:• The real truth about training with me (Brandon has thoughts)• The gym habits that drive him absolutely nuts• Rapid-fire fitness & life questions that keep him on his toes
2025-01-1453 minIt's Ben a WeekEp. 1: Ben Loving, Ben Moving, Ben RanchingIn this debut episode, I’m joined by my partner, AJ, as we spill the tea on our crazy love story—from meeting in the big city to moving in together and, somehow, ending up on a Texas ranch with 70 animals (yes, really). 🐴🐷🐓We’re diving into:✔️ How we met and knew it was meant to be ✔️ Adjusting from city life to ranch chaos ✔️ The funniest (and most unexpected) moments along the wayIf you love wild stories, unfiltered laughs, and a little bit of romance, this episode is for you! Hit...
2025-01-0742 minIt's Ben a WeekIt's Ben a Week | TrailerWelcome to It’s Ben a Week! In this quick teaser, Ben McDonnell gives you a taste of what’s to come—wild stories, unfiltered laughs, and bold conversations that’ll keep you coming back for more. Saddle up, y’all—it’s about to get real!🎧 Subscribe to It’s Ben a Week New episodes every week filled with unfiltered stories, wild guests, and brutally honest laughs. Hosted by actor, photographer, and professional barrel racer Ben McDonnell. 📍 Listen & Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube | Amazon | Wherever you get your podcasts...
2024-12-0701 minCreator PlaybooksThe Blueprint To Grow FAST On Instagram From Day 1 | Ben Kaluza InterviewMeet Ben Kaluza, a full-time creator who has mastered the art of growing on Instagram. Ben shares practical tips and strategies, how he rapidly expanded his online presence, and the tactics he uses to stay ahead in 2025.
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2024-11-201h 16Tech Powered LuxuryFrom the Glory Days of Topshop to Building Every Woman's Capsule Wardrobe with Sinead KearyIn our Season 5 finale, Sinead Keary reveals how her experience in personal shopping and luxury retail helped her create a digital-first brand, bringing personalization to the online space.
Sinead Keary brings together lessons learned from both Topshop and Brown Thomas to create a digital-first brand that merges premium accessibility with luxury craftsmanship.
Her brand stems from her years of experience in personal shopping, understanding client needs and delivering capsule collections that women can rely on season after season.
Even with roots in traditional retail, Sinead’s focus on online sales and digital strategies allowed her t...
2024-10-2241 minTech Powered LuxuryLive from Paris Fashion Week: Decoding the Luxury Industry Ecosystem in IrelandThis week, we bring you the live podcast episode from our most important event to date: Live from Paris Fashion Week, where we gathered Aoife McNanamara, Una McGurk, Paul Sheeran, Bairbre Power and Shana Chu to discuss how each of them are elevating the Irish fashion ecosystem in all its different forms: from retail to journalism, from beauty and fine jewellery to innovation.
The event took place at the heart of Paris, at the best place to gather an outstanding lineup of Irish speakers: the Embassy of Ireland. Drawing back on the essence of diplomatic union and coll...
2024-10-1533 minTech Powered LuxuryOptimizing for Success in China with Digital Luxury GroupThe delicate powerplay of localized strategies to reach the Chinese consumer anywhere, at anytime.
The pandemic drastically shifted how Chinese consumers interacted with luxury brands, and the impact of these changes is still being felt. While many brands thrived by focusing on local markets, the return of international travel presents both a challenge and an opportunity: one-third of Chinese consumers are now spending more on luxury goods outside of China.
For luxury brands, this means ensuring they can connect with Chinese consumers whether they’re shopping in Shanghai or Paris. But achieving this involves more than ju...
2024-10-081h 01Tech Powered LuxuryOceanus: From Swimwear to Eveningwear with Founder & Designer Hannah AttallahHannah Attalah’s journey with Oceanus began with her love for fashion and hand-embroidery. After studying at the London College of Fashion and working with big names like Donna Karan and Jenny Packham, Hannah realized her true passion lays in textiles and elaborate designs. Her work with the intricacies of evening wear and the management of different hand-beading techniques ultimately led her to founding Oceanus, where she could express her love for color, texture, and craftsmanship.
Hannah Attalah is the founder of Oceanus, a London-based luxury brand that is renowned for its intricate hand-embellished swimwear and bold designs...
2024-10-0148 minTech Powered LuxuryDr Vali: The Pioneer of Luxury BiohackingWelcome to our Season 5 premier of Tech Powered Luxury! Get ready for our first episode to be recorded live from Selfridge's in London with the incredible Dr Vali.
Dr. Vali is a leading figure in luxury wellness, known for her innovative approach that combines extensive medical expertise with cutting-edge biohacking techniques. What glues it all together? Her integrity.
Biohacking is the practice of making lifestyle changes to enhance health and performance, ranging from simple diet modifications to advanced medical techniques. The global biohacking market is growing rapidly, reflecting a rising consumer demand for personalized wellness solu...
2024-09-2452 minTech Powered LuxuryContent Creator Turned Tech Founder: Limitless Influencing with Lauren ArthursThis week, we are thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with Lauren Arthurs, the Irish influencer who has created her own app to solve what most influencers and content creators struggle with: the lack of a one-stop solution to edit and manage content.
Lauren Arthurs is a fashion and lifestyle influencer from Ireland who started her career with a blog in 2012, and just recently launched her own app, LA Edit, to solve all the inefficiencies related to content creation.
We explore the work routine and the behind the scenes of an influencer and how to org...
2024-08-0648 minTech Powered LuxuryFrom Racing Teams to Chasing Dreams: Building A Lifestyle Food Brand with Nutbutter's Paddy Hogan
Paddy Hogan's transition from the adrenaline-fueled realm of Formula 1 to the dynamic, health-focused dining world of Nutbutter is an intriguing mix of entrepreneurship, innovation, and personal evolution.
The core reason behind Nutbutter was creating a healthy lifestyle that combined efficient operations, great design and a better quality of work (and life balance) to everyone involved. Their founding values? Work smarter, not harder.
Drawing from Paddy Hogan’s experiences with Lewis Hamilton, we explore the dynamic intersection of fashion and Formula 1. In recent years, these two worlds have increasingly merged, showcasing how luxury and high-performance racing influence and inspire each...
2024-07-3046 minTech Powered LuxuryWhere Fashion Meets Innovation: The Fashion Innovation Agency with Matthew DrinkwaterThis week we explore the role of education in the sweet spot of where technology meets fashion: how to foster experiential learning to educate the upcoming generation of fashion leaders.
Matthew Drinkwater is at the forefront of the Fashion Innovation Agency (FIA) at the London College of Fashion (LCF), driving the integration of technology and fashion education.
The FIA acts as a bridge between the fashion industry and emerging tech, promoting experiential learning by allowing students to work hands-on with AI, AR, VR, and other emerging technologies. Fostering innovation in education is crucial for developing creative...
2024-07-2343 minTech Powered LuxuryWhy Rental is The Future of Fashion with Rachel Hennessy from Happy DaysThis week, we are thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with Rachel Hennessy, founder of fashion rental Happy Days.
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Rachel Hennessy leveraged her experience at KPMG and Google before launching her own fashion rental Happy Days in Ireland. The driving force behind the project? Searching for a solution to replace countless one-time purchases that would eventually go to waste.
The starting approach set the grounds for her success: underst...
2024-07-1649 minTech Powered LuxuryCryo-Powered Beauty Start-Up to Scale-Up with Seoulista Beauty Founder Una McGurkJoin us for Episode 7 of Season 4 with Una McGurk, founder of Seoulista Beauty, a brand that focuses on bringing salon-standard skin experiences to your home with two concepts at the core: cooling temperatures and applying pressure, techniques that allow for changing and improving the texture of skin.
From their award winning Instant Facial masks (created with 100% biodegradable fermented coconut) to their innovative and easy to use tools, Una shares a wealth of knowledge on Seoulista's journey from start-up to scale-up.
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2024-07-0949 minTech Powered LuxurySave Your Wardrobe - Save the Planet! with LVMH Innovation Award Winner Hasna KourdaThis week, we are thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with Hasna Kourda, the award-winning Tunisian entrepreneur, founder of Save Your Wardrobe. Hasna is tackling some of the most complicated issues in the fashion industry: the creation of a circular business model, facilitating care and repair to increase a product’s lifecycle.
Hasna Kourda’s upbringing in Tunisia shaped her vision to solve one of the biggest issues in the fashion system: turning a linear business model into a circular one.
Going from “production to consumption to waste” into “production to consumption to repair and recycle to a...
2024-07-0448 minTech Powered LuxuryManifesting the Goop Cruise with Gwyneth Paltrow and Attending the Venice Film Festival with Giorgio Armani: A Career of Dreams with Triona McCarthyGet ready for an episode packed with humour and celebrity encounters with none other than Irish media icon Triona McCarthy. From studying to be a beauty therapist to following her goal to work at the crossroads of fashion, beauty and media, Triona McCarthy takes us on a whirlwind journey through her incredibly exciting life. Wherever you are listening from, we hope this episode brings you laughter and the inspiration to chase your wildest dreams!
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2024-07-021h 13Tech Powered LuxuryHow To Build A Blockbuster Brand Online, From Fashion To Beauty & Beyond with Strike DigitalThis week, we are thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with David De Patoul & Richard McSweeney, the co-founders of Strike Digital. We bring to you a masterclass on all things digital marketing: how to start, what to keep your focus on and how to succeed in a crowded market, leveraging David and Richard’s expertise on how to best work with the algorithms on different platforms.
David De Patoul & Richard McSweeney were both working in Meta when they spotted a gap in the market: there were a lot of digital marketing agencies that worked in the platfor...
2024-06-251h 09Tech Powered LuxuryLVMH Innovation Award Winner Michel Tjoeng: Social to Commerce with ChatLabsThis week, we are thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with Michel Tjoeng, the pragmatic technologist who founded ChatLabs. We explore his path and bring on the insights from beginning to end: starting as child with a passion for computers and UI, obsessed with customer experience (which child isn’t, really) to working with the biggest luxury group in the world, LVMH.
50% scientist, 50% marketer. This is the self-declared composition of Michel Tjoeng, co-founder of ChatLabs, the 2023 LVMH Innovation Prize winner startup that is revolutionizing social commerce in the West.
Michel brings the best of the so...
2024-06-1853 minTech Powered LuxuryBuilding Ireland’s First BCorp Certified Fashion Brand & Climbing to New Heights in 2025 with Aoife McNamaraThis week, we are thrilled to bring you an exclusive interview with Aoife McNamara, the visionary Irish fashion designer revolutionising the industry with her sustainable and ethical approach. We dive into her inspiring journey, her dedication to sustainability, and the exciting ventures she has planned for the future, including a community expedition to Kilimanjaro and a documentary that looks at Ireland’s addiction to fast fashion - and where these fast fashion garments go after they’re no longer wanted. Tech Powered Luxury listeners benefit from a €50 voucher to use on Aoife’s website on fashion items, sign up to our s...
2024-06-1150 minTech Powered LuxuryA Life of Fashion, Media & More with Brendan Courtney: From Off the Rails to Lennon CourtneySeason 4 of Tech Powered Luxury kicks off live from the newly opened Cartier espace in Dublin, Ireland, within Paul Sheeran Jewellers. Ashley McDonnell interviews none other than Irish media and fashion icon: Brendan Courtney.
From creating his first award-winning documentary in his early 20s to launching a fashion-tech platform, starring in multiple TV shows in Ireland and the UK and eventually co-founding Lennon Courtney, this insightful and entertaining conversation sheds light on Brendan Courtney’s remarkable journey so far.
Season 4 of Tech Powered Luxury is brought to you in partnership with Seoulista Beauty, a cryo-powered skincare br...
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Idle GossipEpisode 3. Break Ups, Make Ups and Hook UpsTiffany's take on the flight that led to Brad & Angelina's divorce, Ben flees Georgia the morning after, Shania Twain's sordid divorce and the unexpected place she found love. Are Dorit and Mauricio REALLY having an affair? Oprah Winfrey sues two podcasters. Plus, a listener helps Tiffany with her funeral arrangements, pumpkin "spicey-ness" and random rants.
2022-08-2324 min
Barley & MeLeonard Malting Reviews! Girl Beer (Documentary, 2022) w/ Director Marena DomingoIn this episode of Barley & Me Presents: Leonard Malting, host Ben Rice and half he crew (Paulina Olivares of Drake's Brewing and president of the Sacramento Pink Boots Society and NOT Corky McDonnell of the Dare Daniel Podcast) discuss and review the new beer documentary, Girl Beer, with surprise guest, directorMarena Domingo. This episode was recorded at Drake's The Barn in Sacramento immediately after a showing of the film and a women in beer roundtable (which was also recorded, with permission, for this episode!)We discuss Paulina's years-long efforts to help Marena make this documentary a reality and get...
2022-08-161h 37
A Gluten Free PodcastDylan McDonnell on His Coeliac Diagnosis and Creating the Foodini AppA Gluten Free PodcastEpisode 15In today’s episode of A Gluten Free Podcast, I’m excited to welcome Dylan McDonnell, founder of the innovative Foodini app. Dylan shares his personal journey growing up in Ireland and receiving a coeliac disease diagnosis, which inspired him to develop a practical tool to make gluten free living easier for others.We explore the story behind Foodini — from Dylan’s motivation to create an app that helps people quickly find gluten free products and safe foods, to how the...
2022-03-0644 min
The Stranger TimesSeries 2: Ep 9 - Ben Van Der Velde - The Keeper of The DeadIn this episode, Caimh talks about launch week for This Charming Man, explains why he thinks it is important to have a diverse bunch of characters in his stories and how being 'politically correct' actually just means being correct. Then, the wonderful Ben Van Der Velde reads The Keeper of The Dead short story.
2022-02-2438 minBarley & MeEpisode 159: New Year, Old Beer (At Campus Brewing w/ Corky McDonnell & Paulina Olivares)Host Ben Rice travels to Campus Brewing in West Sacramento to complete his 2021 recap/2022 preview episode with his Barley & Me Presents: Leonard Malting co-hosts Corky McDonnell (Dare Daniel Podcast) and Paulina Olivares (Pink Boots Society/Drake's). Alas, by the time you hear this, Campus will be no more, as the cards were stacked against it. And that's kinda the vibe here, as we all brought a beer that was at least one year old, starting strong with Corky's pick of Great Divide Barrel Aged Yeti, sliding back to reality with one of COVID's early victims, San Leandro's Cleophus Quealy's barrel...
2022-01-171h 45
Within the Lines SportsCorey Seager leaves the Dodgers, Angels miss out on Marcus Stroman + NFL Week 13 picks featuring Ben McDonnellToday we cover everything on the MLB hot stove before the lockout started before welcoming on Ben McDonnell to make picks for Week 13. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2021-12-031h 17Within the Lines SportsNFL Week 5 preview and best bets featuring Ben McDonnell + MLB PlayoffsToday we welcome on a long-time friend of ours, Ben McDonnell, to give us his best bets and predictions for Week 5 of the NFL season. Before that, we talk about the Dodgers' Wild Card win and the rest of the MLB Playoffs. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
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All About The SongEpisode #130 - Ben SpivakWatch the episode here: https://youtu.be/pPD9jZoKOrg Ben Spivak is a Canadian singer-songwriter and multi instrumentalist currently residing in Los Angeles. Ben is the bass player is pop-reggae band Magic!, but has released 3 songs to date as a solo artist, including the most recent release, Older. He continues to release a new song each month, and is doing a Livestream show every Sunday on his Youtube Channel and on Instagram. Ben Spivak: Website: https://www.benspivak.com/ Youtube: https://tinyurl.com/382tnvtf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/be...
2021-03-301h 22
Throwback Sports ProductionsPostseason Preview Edition!Picks are below the matchups. Spoiler alert!Game Notes:Postseason Preview Sportscast (3-28-21)Match-ups:AMERICAN LEAGUE:(3) Cleveland Indians - (8-6) vs. (2) Super-Duper Fishes - (8-6)Indians: (A.L. Central Champs)Team ERA: 4.66, 14 BB, 80 SO - (Ace: Dawn Cozart - 4-3, 4.05 ERA, 34 IP, 7 BB, 34 SO)..351 BA (Heavy hitters - Samuel Middleton, Stan Olafson, Stephanie Morgan).-79 RBIs, 22 HRs, 13 BB, 68 SO.Fishes: (A.L. East...
2021-03-2932 minBarley & MePresents: Leonard Malting Reviews! FURIOUS 7Barley & Me host Ben Rice is joined by Paulina Olivares (Sacramento Pink Boots Society) and Corky McDonnell (Dare Daniel Podcast) to review this week's beer-centric flick, Furious 7. This film was recommended by the boysz at Drink Something, Say Something Podcast! We break down this film's plot, script, acting, and beer authenticity, over a pint of Fight Me I'm Irish from Campus Brewing and some pickle whiskey (we recorded on St. Patrick's Day). Is this a beer movie? How does it compare to other beer movies? Which stunts blew our minds?!? And what the hell kinda Belgian ale is this? Plus...
2021-03-221h 19Barley & MePresents: Leonard Malting Reviews! BEER: A LOVE STORY (w/ Director Friedrich Moser)In this episode of Barley & Me Presents: Leonard Malting, host Ben Rice and the crew (Paulina Olivares of the Sacramento Pink Boots Society and Corky McDonnell of the Dare Daniel Podast) discuss and review the new beer documentary, BEER: A LOVE STORY, with surprise guest, director Friedrich "Fritz" Moser. Fritz is known for his more investigative political documentaries, but decides to pursue a shared passion and a story not often told: Beer. From its humble beginnings to its current creative passions, with a keen eye for detail and loveable characters. We discuss how he found the key players, built the...
2021-02-241h 27Barley & MeBarley & Me Presents: Leonard Malting Reviews! BEERFESTBarley & Me host Ben Rice joins up with Paulina Olivares (Sacramento Pinks Boots Society) and Corky McDonnell (Dare Daniel Podcast) to review the 2006 cinematic classic Beerfest! In addition to discussing the veritable who's-who of character/sketch comedy actors, we touch on the quality of real-life brews seen on film, and maybe devolve into some outside discussions. Things like: The Mandela Effect, stealing from Shel Silverstein, peeing your pants (actually, that's related to the movie), and applauding in theaters. Plus! Expectations of comedy directors, going big or going home, and the harshness of the German language. And so, so much more...
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Barley & MeBarley & Me Presents: Leonard Malting Reviews! Smokey & The BanditBarley & Me host Ben Rice joins co-hosts Corky McDonnell (Dare Daniel Podcast) & Paulina Olivares (Sacramento Pink Boots Society) for this beer-centric movie podcast offshoot, Leonard Malting. Today we discuss the 1977 Coors heist classic Smokey & The Bandit. Does this movie stand the test of time? Should it be remade? Can it be remade? If so, with whom? We break this film down and possibly destroy your childhood, as we unearth... casual racism, negging, fat-shaming, the 70s obsession with gas-guzzling and CBs, and how this movie spurred a whole subculture in the last 70s and early 80s. Plus! Is this the best...
2020-11-231h 36The Stranger TimesEp 1: The Rain and The One with Laura Lexx and Ben CromptonBen Crompton reads a scary tale about the rain in Manchester and Laura Lexx reads a story about love, which is not the same things as a love story. All that, plus C.K. (Caimh) explains the pod and the ever-present James Cook brings us up-to-date on The Stranger Times news.
2020-11-1037 minBarley & MeLeonard Malting Reviews! The World’s EndLeonard Malting is the beer-focused movie review offshoot of Barley & Me Podcast, featuring B&M host Ben Rice, plus co-hosts Corky McDonnell (Dare Daniel Podcast) and Paulina Olivares (Sacramento Pink Boots Society). In this episode, we discuss the 2012 Edgar Wright sci-fi/buddy flick "The World's End." Could this episode BE more timely?Join us on the Golden Mile as we discuss this seemingly-straightforward film's many twists and turns, its excellent plotting and hidden messages, and we do it while enjoying a Silver Moon Brewing F* Cancer IPA! As we explore this movie's themes, it dredges up painful memories...
2020-10-051h 45Barley & MeBarley & Me Presents: Leonard Malting Reviews! Dazed & ConfusedLeonard Malting is the beer-focused movie review offshoot of the Barley & Me Podcast, featuring B&M host Ben Rice, plus co-hosts Corky McDonnell (Dare Daniel Podcast) and Paulina Olivares (Pink Boots Society). In this episode, we discuss the 1993 indie stoner comedy classic Dazed & Confused. Known as a weed movie, Ben argues it might actually be a beer movie. We break down break-out roles, high school hazing, and the bygone lazy days of summer. Plus! We drink a variety of Black Is Beautiful beers (cheers to Oak Park, Urban Roots, and Bike Dog Brewing for the provisions) and F* Cancer IPA...
2020-07-201h 24Barley & MeBarley & Me Presents: Leonard Malting Reviews 2013's "Drinking Buddies"Introducing Barley & Me's first-ever foray into movie reviews! Barley & Me host Ben Rice (codename: Leonard Malting) discusses the 2013 "romantic comedy" "Drinking Buddies" with co-hosts Paulina Olivares (Pink Boots Society Sacramento) and Corky McDonnell (co-host of the Dare Daniel Podcast) to break down this star-studded (Olivia Wilde! Jake Johnson! Anna Kendrick! Ron Livingston! Jason Sudeikis! catastrophe. We discuss running themes of intimacy gone awry, the intricacies of improvisation, and Chicago craft beer in 2013! We hope you enjoy this podcast more than we enjoyed the movie.If you have a beer-centric or heavily-beer-involved movie recommendation, let us know and maybe we’ll...
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