Best Barrel Racer Podcasts (2025)

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[BONUS] Ep. 51: It’s Ben a Year — The Highlights 30:48

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This week on It’s Ben A Week, we’re celebrating 50 episodes, one full year, and the end of Season One with a special highlight reel. Whether you’ve listened since the beginning or joined somewhere along the way, this episode captures the wild, emotional, hilarious, chaotic, meaningful, and unforgettable moments that defined 2025. From crying with m…

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254 // 4 Practical Tips to Create Great Content When You Just Don't Wanna 9:43

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If you’ve ever sat down to create content and suddenly forgotten every word you’ve ever known, this episode is for you. Sure, in our dream world, we'd have content planned, published, and DONE months in advance... but sometimes the dream world just doesn’t match real life, and you find yourself staring at a blank screen with zero ideas. I’m sharing…

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Ep. 50: It’s Ben a Year — The Season One Finale (ft. AJ) 41:18

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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 …

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235 // On the Edge of Burnout? 7 Practical Tips to Reclaim Your Peace 23:38

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If you’re running at full on sprint right now and secretly feel like you’re about to collapse (or cry) at any moment, this episode is for you. I’m in the busiest season of my life right now, and I’m sharing the exact practices that are keeping me from burning out. We talk about holding tightly to your calling, evaluating your pace, and getting hone…

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Ep. 49: Ben Facing the Holidays After Loss (ft. Blain) 41:56

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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 por…

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Ep 252// Discouraged? 5 Ways to Encourage Yourself as a Christian Business Owner 20:35

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I don't know what 2025 has looked like for you, but if it's been like MANY people I've heard from, it's been... a bit of a whirlwind. Truly, even if this year has been fantastic, there are probably a few discouraging things that came your way because #life. So if you're needing some tools to encourage yourself the BIBLICAL way, listen to this episo…

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Ep. 48: This Week Has Ben Sex, Scams, and Secret Santa (ft. Joy) 1:00:28

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⚠️ Warning: this episode is X rated and NSFW This 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 $…

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Ep 251 // The 10 Biggest Lessons that I’ve Learned in 250 Podcast Episodes 23:12

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Listen, friend, today I’m celebrating 250 podcast episodes! It honestly feels a little wild to say out loud. Most podcasts don’t make it past five episodes, yet here we are three-plus years later, still going strong. In this episode, I’m sharing ten lessons I’ve learned that apply to podcasting and every form of content marketing. These are practic…

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Ep. 47: Bennifer Take on Bravocon & Wicked (ft. Jennifer Geisser) 48:09

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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…

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Ep. 46: He’s Ben Abused, Abandoned, and He Survived (ft. Weston Brown) 58:31

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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 …

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Ep 250 // Save $1000 AND Get Copywriting Help for a FRACTION of the Cost of a Full Website Copy Package! 17:30

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Have you ever walked away from a big mastermind or group coaching call feeling more disappointed than helped, because your specific question never got answered? I’ve been there. That’s exactly why I built the group coaching inside Simple SEO Framework the way I did. In this episode, I’m giving you a little taste of what one of our group coaching ca…

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Ep 249 // Proven 5 Step System for More Sales From Your Website 25:23

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We all want our businesses to grow, to help more people, to make more income and impact. And honestly, that’s NOT a bad thing. We truly are not created to be stagnant. We’re created to grow, to expand, to go from glory to glory. But the fact of the matter is, if we want our business to grow, if we want to make more sales, then we need to DO somethi…

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Ep. 45: Ben Best Friends with John Wayne’s Granddaughter (ft. Laura Munoz-Bottini) 51:25

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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 …

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248 // Sell More and Save Time With This 1 Easy Hack 13:07

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If there are 2 things that ALL small business owners want, it't to sell more AND save time? Am I right or am I right? Let's be real, running a small business, creating content, taking good care of customers AND still finding time to take good care of yourself and your family? Challenging. However, this 1 easy hack can not only save you time, but he…

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247 // #1 Mindset Shift That You MUST Make to Succeed in Business as a Christian 20:21

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Point blank: If you believe this lie, you will never see the success or sales that you want in business. I know that's bold talk, but it's true. Listen in for 20 minutes of encouragement and scriptures all about your MINDSET. I'm tackling a bit of an "off-limits" subject here, in the hope of helping YOU see the heart of God through scripture on the…

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Ep. 44: Ben Making Spirits Bright (ft. Shane) 35:37

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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 j…

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Ep 246 // 5 Easy Copy Changes to Skyrocket Sales this Holiday Season 12:36

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Listen, there truly are some things about selling products online or runnign an online busienss that are hard (or at least they feel hard for me), however, when it comes to changing up your copy and messaging for more sales- THAT is something that I can make easy peasy lemon squeasy for you. Listen in and take notes for 5 simple copy changes that Y…

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Ep 245 // 1 Easy Shift in Your Copy for Exponentially More Sales 18:29

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Good news, pal, you may NOT need to throw away your whole business or build out a whole new product. In fact, if sales are low, I would say, you *probably* do NOT need to build anything new at the moment. The reason people aren't buying might be as SIMPLE as a shift in this area of your marketing. (P.S. I'm even walking you through some of the brai…

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Ep. 43: Ben Standing Up, Not Backing Down (Happy Halloween) 24:06

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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 …

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Ep. 42: Ben Dealing with Disney Adults and Android Users (ft. Bryan & John) 41:59

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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 conf…

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244 // Proven 5 Part Framework to Craft a Strong CTA That Sells Without Feeling Sleazy 18:34

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The reason your content isn’t converting may not be your traffic—it’s your CTAs. Too many entrepreneurs put weak or random CTAs at the end of their posts, podcasts, or videos and then wonder why sales are slow. In this episode, I’m breaking down a framework that makes writing CTAs simple, strong, and completely un-sleazy. Use it on your next piece …

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Ep. 41: Ben Living Without Fear (ft. Gabrielle) 38:01

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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 philosophic…

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Ep. 40: Ben Down for All the Right Reasons (ft. Tara & Haley) 41:54

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243// But Did You Deliver? A Checklist for Your Content Body to Increase Sales 12:23

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Truth bomb: your content body can make or break your conversions. Hooks and intros grab attention, but it's the body that solves the problem and earns the sale. In this episode, I’m walking you through a seven-point checklist to make sure your content body actually does its job. Think of this as your roadmap for stronger, more persuasive content. A…

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242 // The 1 Content Creation Step Everyone Forgets That KILLS Conversion 15:29

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Ever wonder why your content takes forever to finish—or why it doesn’t really land? Nine times out of ten, it’s because you skipped this step. Today I’m sharing my own story (including a 7th grade lesson and a Disney movie fail) about learning this the hard way. I’ll walk you through the exact, simple steps to make this part of content creation sec…

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Ep. 39: Ben on Hold, Ben on Standby, Ben Over It 19:12

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This 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 c…

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241// Content Conversion Hack: Increase Retention & Sales By Doubling Down on This ONE Element 11:43

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Instagram, TikTok, Blog, Podcast, or YouTube. It doesn't matter. Your introduction makes or breaks your content—plain and simple. Today, I’m walking you through how to craft an intro that hooks people, builds trust, and points them toward your offer. I’ll share the format I use across blogs, podcasts, and even social media captions to keep people e…

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Ep. 38: Ben Wearing Kelly’s Shoes (ft. Liam Kyle Sullivan) 1:12:34

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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…

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Ep 240// A Prayer for Boldness as Christians After the Death of Charlie Kirk 10:45

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I think I’m still reeling. Still a little bit in shock. Still a little scared. Still holding my babies a little extra close. On Sept 10 we saw what we used to (mistakenly) believe was impossible in our country- a man was murdered for speaking about his Christian faith. Isn’t this America? Land of the free BECAUSE of the brave? A nation founded on t…

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Ep. 37: AJ’s Been Hired, I’ve Ben Fired 44:54

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This 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 perspect…

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Ep 239 // 7 Can't Miss Conversion Factors for Highly Converting Content on Every Platform 16:29

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Ever wonder why some content really works AND brings in sales, while other content falls flat? In this episode, I’m walking you through the 7 must-have elements that make your content actually convert. These simple principles work no matter where you’re showing up—Instagram, YouTube, blogging, or email. Howeverrrrr... If you skip them, you’ll keep …

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Ep. 36: Ben With Bears (ft. Domenica Albero) 42:45

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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 par…

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Ep. 35: Ben Missing (ft. Cassandra Broadway) 31:13

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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 th…

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Ep. 34: Ben Basic About Pumpkin (ft. Sherri) 39:05

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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 k…

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238 // What No One Wants to Tell You About Getting High Quality Backlinks for Better SEO 10:14

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Here’s what no one wants to tell you about backlinks: they still matter… and they take real work. In this episode, I’m breaking down how backlinks build your site’s street cred with Google—and why spammy shortcuts won’t cut it anymore. You’ll learn what makes a backlink “high quality,” why domain authority matters, and how to build legit links with…

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Ep. 33: Ben The Life Of Showgays (ft. Bryan & Jon) 37:03

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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…

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237 // If I Were Starting SEO From Scratch in 2025 This Is What I'd Do 14:09

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I didn’t figure out SEO the easy way—I fell on my face about 800,000 times first. But if I had to start over today? I know exactly what I’d do (and what I’d skip). In this episode, I’m walking you through the 5 things I’d focus on first to get found faster, generate leads sooner, and build real momentum without the overwhelm. This is the same roadm…

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Ep. 32: He's Ben Writing & Directing Hollywood Blockbusters (ft. Rawson Marshall Thurber) 1:22:31

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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 n…

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236 // 3 SEO Tools With the Hype and 5 I’d Pass On 12:04

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Just because a tool is popular doesn’t mean it’s effective. Boom. I know. BOLD talk, BOLD talk. But after years in this business, I've seen and tried a LOT of SEO tools and TBH- MOST of them are not all they are cracked up to be. In this episode, I’m walking you through 3 SEO tools that are 100% worth it, and 5 that I’ve tested and tossed. We’re ta…

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Ep. 31: Ben-eath the Surface: Beauty, Needles & Truth (ft. Botox Queen Laura Fischer) 1:10:13

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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 treatmen…

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235 // Blog SMARTER Not Harder. My 90 Min Content Creation System for GREAT SEO Blogs 14:18

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Think it takes 6 to 8 hours to write a great blog post? Think again, Jack! In this episode, I’m walking you through my full 90-minute content creation routine (Yes, really, 90 min—without skipping quality or sacrificing SEO! I’ll show you exactly how I go from blog idea to optimized, published post in under two hours, even while homeschooling, maki…

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Ep. 30: Have You Ben AI-Curious? (ft. ChatGPT) 45:04

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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, influenc…

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234// 5 Blogging Mistakes That Are Killing Your SEO and How to Fix Them 14:57

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Have you been blogging for a while, but struggling to see the results that you want and that your business NEEDS for consistent lead generation? While blogging IS one of if not THE best form of long form content for evergreen leads, there ARE some mistakes that you can make if you're not aware. Listen in to this episode and learn the 5 mistakes tha…

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Ep. 29: Ben in the Bush (ft. Urzila Carlson) 1:16:02

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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 everyth…

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Ep 233 // Struggling with Burnout? 6 MORE Powerful Biblical Principles for Victory 19:55

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I have a beef to pick with the idea that you HAVE to go, go, go until you're completely burt out or break. I don't believe that's how God created us to work! In fact, He shows us CLEARLY in the Garden that's not His way. But what about if you're already there? You're already burned out and wanna quit? How do you recover? How do you prevent burnout …

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Ep. 28: Hamptons, Housewives, and Ben Faking Diarrhea 33:09

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This 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 Chris…

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Ep 232 // Dealing with Burnout as a Christian Entrepreneur? 6 Powerful Tips for Victory 17:05

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Let's get real. Burnout and just wanting to throw in the towel and quit your business is NOT something that's talked about enough- especially from a Christian perspective. Sure, there are the productivity "gurus" out there who will say "just outsource more". But what if you can't? What if "get a full night's rest" is quite literally not possible fo…

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Ep. 27: SoulCycle Has Ben My Cult (ft. David Zint) 1:04:41

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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 cal…

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Ep 231// Website Too Small? My Secret Formula to OUTRANK Your Domain Authority 17:31

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Tired of feeling like your website is “too small” to rank? Here’s the truth: you can outrank your domain authority, and I’ve got the proven 4-part system to show you how. In this episode, I’m breaking down what domain authority actually is, why it’s not the whole story, and how to set up your content and website to start bringing in real, high-conv…

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Ep. 26: Ben in the Dominican Republic 39:53

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This 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 comme…