Podcasts by Ben and Bao

Apple bobbing for 90% or 10% from 2022-02-19T00:00

Nut Butter Or Dingleberries from 2022-02-12T00:00

Choose Your Path, Incel from 2022-02-05T00:00

Master Of None Or Master Of One from 2022-02-01T00:00

If You Ain't First, You're Always 2nd Place from 2022-01-22T00:00

One Piece Of Crap Adaption from 2022-01-15T00:00

These geeks are talking about film adaptations.

You Were My 2nd Choice Boo from 2022-01-08T00:00

The crew discuss whether or not they would stay in a relationship if they found out that they were the second choice.

Ten's Lukewarm Takes (Dating Apps pt. 2) from 2022-01-01T00:00

We told you it was coming and here it is!

The Evils Of Robinhood (and company) from 2021-12-25T16:00

The gang talks about necessary evil and whether or not it is justified to do an evil act for a good cause.

Sexual Harassment (UNO Reverse Card) from 2021-12-18T00:00

I'm Not Sexist (Guy Talk GT) from 2021-12-04T00:00

The guys talk about the double standards in modern society.

What Are You Doing Step Brother (Incest) from 2021-11-27T00:00

The crew talk about if having sex with step siblings counts as incest.

Dating A Pornstar (Guy talk Z) from 2021-11-20T00:00

Another "guy talk" episode on whether or not they would date a pornstar.

Sex is NEVER Worth It (Guys Talk) from 2021-11-06T00:00

The guys have an episode to themselves to discuss whether sex is worth all the hardships that people go through in order to get it.

Mad at Something You're Not Supposed to Know from 2021-10-30T00:00

If you found out something that you weren't supposed to know in the first place do you have the right to be mad?

What Makes it Gross from 2021-10-23T00:00

Guys talk on this episode. Ben, Ten, and Bao talk about what makes things gross and why do people see things as such.

Growing Together or Being Complete from 2021-10-09T00:00

Season Premiere! The crew talks about whether it's better to grow with your partner in a relationship or to come together as two complete people! Let's get this Season Started!Happy Oc...

DLC from 2021-10-02T00:00

DLC for the previous season, an expansion pack included

College stress (Grad School) from 2021-09-26T00:00

The team reopens the discussion about whether or not college is more stressful than working. Both sides have been both exaggerated and underestimated in terms of stress level on an individual, s...

Another Soulmate from 2021-09-25T00:00

In the Season Finale Ben, Bao, and Ten discuss love at first sight and growth in a relationship in relation to soul mates or being meant for one another. Revisiting this topic with fresh eyes. Listen

Spirituality Three Times from 2021-09-04T00:00

Special guest Tida appears on today's episode to talk about spirituality.

Souls (Final Mix) from 2021-08-28T00:00

The crew reestablishes whether or not they believe souls exist.

Super Ultra Mega Threesomes from 2021-08-21T00:00

The crew revisits the topic if threesomes within relationships

Blood of the Covenant is Thicker than the Water of the Womb (Return of the King) from 2021-08-07T00:00

The Crew talks about whether or not they think blood ties are stronger than bonds built.

Additional Overexposure to social media from 2021-07-31T00:00

The team re-evaluates the effect that social media has had on society both good and bad. Generational shifts in value do not necessarily equate to the newer generation getting more or less intel...

Calling Out Your Parents (Again) from 2021-07-24T00:00

In this episode, we welcome one of our crew members to join the discussion. From this episode on we welcome Ten as another personality in our wacky setup. Ten, Ben, Bao, and Chris revisit callin...

Personal Re-Accountability from 2021-07-17T00:00

Ben, Bao, and Chris discuss if someone should be held accountable for their actions even if mental health or outside stimuli are determining factors. 

A Second Examination of Mental Illness from 2021-07-11T16:00

The crew revisit the topic of mental illness, and whether or not someone should be held accountable for their actions despite being affected by mental illness. 

Human nature 2 from 2021-07-10T00:00

Welcome to Season 5!!! In this Season we will be discussing sequels to previous topics along with transitioning a crew member into a co-host. For the first episode of the new season Ben, Bao, an...

A Trip to Remember from 2021-07-03T00:00

Ben and Chris talk about their experience backpacking Europe in the Season Finale! Thanks for listening to our stupid stories. See you in Season 5!

That Damn Hike from 2021-06-26T00:00

Long Episode! Ben and Bao recount a near-death experience on the hardest hike they ever took

Raped in Italy (Giorgio Moroder) from 2021-06-19T00:00

Ben opens up about an awkward experience he had while backpacking.

Oh Ben in Canada, muggy in Seattle (Nickleback) from 2021-06-12T00:00

Back to Ben, Bao, and Chris! Ben talks about getting mugged in Seattle.

Melissa's Story (The Allman Brothers Band) from 2021-06-05T00:00

Melissa opens up about reasons she may be cynical. 

Troubles in paradise (TWICE) from 2021-05-29T00:00

Ben recounts the people that have f#*ked him over. 

Arizona in Arizona (Tchaikovsky) from 2021-05-22T01:00

Ben and Bao reminisce about their trip to Arizona. Play stupid games win stupid prizes.

Chris is a Bully (Kiss) from 2021-05-15T00:00

Chris talks about her early life and experiences she's had leading into high school.

Ben's Relationship Troubles (Lucky Daye) from 2021-05-08T00:00

Ben talks about how dense he is when it comes to people flirting with him. His bad luck gets him into a lot of situations. Enjoy the season of stories!

North to the Max (Creedence Clearwater Revival) from 2021-05-01T00:00

Max, the tech guy, tells a story about his first year in college. Work hard everyone, we believe in you!

Bao's Crazy Ex (Ozzy Osbourne) from 2021-04-24T00:00

Today's story will consist of Bao telling the story about his crazy ex-girlfriend. Be courteous and respectful, and remember not to cheat on people then cry about it on their birthday.

Tales From the U.K. (Europe) from 2021-04-17T00:00

Welcome to the season premiere! Season 4 is going to consist of personal stories from the cast. First up is Ben's story about his time going to school in the United Kingdom. 

Difficulty in Games (Arcade Fire) from 2021-04-10T00:00

Season Finale!!!! This is an episode where the crew talks about if the difficulty shift in games is due to society "babying" children. A conversation about pride towards the end of the...

Open Masturbation (Jackie Wilson) from 2021-04-03T00:00

Freedom of sexual expression, whether through masturbation or other means, is what we talk about today. Come listen to us almost get arrested. Warning! Spoilers for the Human Centipede if you ha...

Threesomes and Couple Swaps (Ninja Sex Party) from 2021-03-27T00:00

The entire crew will be podcasting from now on! Come listen to this B side of a first episode where we learn more about our tech guy Max.

Getting your hands dirty, consequences of religion (Bad Religion) [Our The Prestige Review] from 2021-03-20T00:00

We review The Prestige in this episode so if you haven't seen it please do. It's an amazing watch. Spoilers of course, but outside of the movie talk we discuss getting your hands dirty...

Tell Me if I Stink (Savage Garden) from 2021-03-13T00:00

Would you rather live a lie and be happy? Or would you rather know the sad sad truth. Come listen to us talk about if we'd rather know if we stink at a party and have to live with the knowl...

24 Hours to Live (Grateful Dead) from 2021-03-06T00:00

You got 24 hours to live! Whatcha gonna do? Come hear us talk about what we'll do in our last hours. P.S Chris wants to be fucked to death.

College Stress ( Dumbfounded) from 2021-02-28T23:00

Is college as stressful as people make it out to be? Is it less or more stressful than the workplace? come have a listen

Experiences of a Soul (De La Soul) from 2021-02-20T00:00

Do your experiences and memories make us who we are? Or do we have souls? Come discuss this with us and our thoughts on experiences and view points in seeking new ones. 

Eat Your Heart Out [(500) Days of Ben] from 2021-02-13T00:00

Ben hates love, we all know that. Happy Valentines Day! Use it to impress that person you've been stalking.

Identity vs Courtesy (The THE) from 2021-02-06T00:00

Discussions in this episode cover when courtesy starts to infringe on one's own identity. When should you adhere to the prevailing standards vs staying true to your own mannerisms? We love ...

Video Games (Player) from 2021-01-30T00:00

Ben, Bao, and Chris discuss the validity of video games in everyday life in a more relaxed episode. We would like to reiterate that it is extremely important for everyone to have a hobby that al...

Covering for Family (6ix9ine) from 2021-01-23T00:00

Ben, Bao, and Chris discuss whether or not someone should call family out, specifically parents, when they are stepping over boundaries or doing things in the wrong.  Nobody was harmed in the ma...

Dating: Men V.S Women (The Lonely Island) from 2021-01-16T00:00

Ben, Bao, and Chris discuss if dating is harder for men or women. Don't be a harpy and don't be a simp. Goodnight Everybody!

Soulmates (Salt and Pepa) from 2021-01-09T00:00

Look at us back at it again! Ben doesn't believe in soulmates, so listen to this episode in hopes he dies alone. Season 3 Premier!

New Year Who Dis (Benless in Seattle) from 2021-01-01T00:00

Happy New Year! With 2020 closing so does our second season! Come Listen to the cast talk about things unrelated to the New Year.

Merry Kissmas (How the Ben Stole Christmas) from 2020-12-25T00:00

A Spicy Christmas episode to warm up the cold season with the cast. This episode is a little more spicy than normal so please be wary, especially any family of the cast. YOU'VE BEEN WARNED!...

The Burnt Out Experience (Imagine Dragons) from 2020-12-19T00:00

Ben and Bao's special guest Carmichael discusses his troubles with creative burnout and the strategies he uses to mitigate it. 

The Friends v.s Business Experience (BTS) from 2020-12-12T00:00

Ben, Bao, and Manny talk about which situations someone should choose business over friends and vice versa.

The Overworked Experience (Men at Work) from 2020-12-05T00:00

Ben, Bao, and their special gues Roe discuss overworking and whether or not it's better to have a lack of ambition with good mental health or overwork yourself when pushing for your dreams....

Native American Heritage Day (Over the Garden Bao) from 2020-11-28T00:00

The Thanksgiving season is Ben's favorite season, so here's an episode where we completely ignore that. Come listen to us talk about Native American Heritage Day and almost entirely ig...

The Vegas Experience (Saji Keys) from 2020-11-21T00:00

Super special thanks to Saji Keys for hosting Ben in Vegas for an interview! In this solo interview, Ben and Saji Keys discuss Saji's experience in Vegas along with the nature of the Univer...

A Truant Experience (Dead or Alive) from 2020-11-14T00:00

Special thanks to our guest Tara for being the most awesome chick ever! Ben, Bao, and Tara discuss at which point it is ok to cancel on previously established plans and whether or not it is rude...

The Vanity Experience (Cardi B) from 2020-11-07T00:00

Special thanks to Gia for gracing us with her presence! Continuing the interview series, Gia, Ben, and Bao discuss the line between being happy with your natural gifts and looks and wanting to i...

A Socially Distanced Halloween (The Grim Adventures of Ben and Bao) from 2020-10-31T00:00

A special Halloween episode to break from interviews. The crew get together and talk about scary experiences and Halloween related things. Please be safe this Halloween, wear a mask, and practic...

The American Experience (Rage Against the Machine) from 2020-10-24T00:00

Special thanks to William for guesting on this episode. Ben, Bao, and William discuss activism on the local level and how to have a stronger impact in your community. For anyone who wants to fol...

The Gay Experience (The Village People) from 2020-10-17T00:00

LOUD SOUND WARNING!!!!! Welcome back to season 2! Special thanks to our guest Wilson for coming on and talking about his experience being gay growing up. Because the world isn't strong enou...

Mental Health (Madvillain) from 2020-10-10T00:00

In the season finale, Ben and Bao discuss whether mental health should be treated with medication or wellness practices, as well as if there is an ok time to distance yourself from a toxic frien...

Friendships v.s Familial Bonds (The Friends of Distinction) from 2020-10-03T00:00

Ben and Bao discuss whether or not blood holds more weight than genuine connections and experiences.

Physical vs. Emotional Abuse (The Clash) from 2020-09-12T11:00

Abuse is no joke. If you are in a relationship where you are being abused please seek help. There is no good form of abuse and that is not our purpose with this episode. That being said, Ben and...

Parental Support (Crowded House) from 2020-09-11T02:00

Topics in this episode delve into how much support is too much support from a parent, and when feasible for a parent to kick their child out of the house or pull support in opposition of behavio...

Over Exposure In Media (The Internet) from 2020-09-05T22:00

Ben and Bao discuss the helpfulness that media has on social movements along with the detriments. 

Spirituality [Take 2 the definitive version] (Sublime) from 2020-09-01T19:00

A rehash of the spirituality outtake episode. Ben discusses spiritual concepts that were explained in depth in the outtake episode found on Patreon and Youtube. It's important that every pr...

Cultural Appropriation (Elvis Presley) from 2020-08-24T19:00

Ben and Bao talk about the subtle difference in paying homage to a culture or art style and cultural appropriation as a whole. As always please be considerate and respectful of other people&apos...

Human Nature (The Roots) from 2020-08-24T19:00

Ben and Bao talk about whether or not humans are evil by nature, and racism in society. Support the Patreon if you haven't already. Be safe everyone! 

Prodigies (Babymetal) from 2020-08-24T19:00

Ben and Bao discuss what it means to have natural talent, and whether or not kids should be told that they're special. 

Prostitution v.s Onlyfans (OutKast) from 2020-08-11T21:00

Ben, Bao, and their editor Christine discuss the ethicality and legality of prostitution, and whether or not it's empowering. For all parties involved please feel free to express yourself h...

Hook Up Culture (The Impressions) from 2020-08-09T01:00

Ben and Bao delve into hookup culture and what is expected when in, and getting into, a relationship. The topics of dating apps and sexual liberation are compared and contrasted in this fun epis...

The Asexual Experience (Ace of Base) from 2020-07-25T23:00

Bao comes out about and discusses his asexuality as an experience and how it has affected his relationships. Sexual concepts and situations are discussed so please be advised. This episode takes...

The Asexual Experience (Ace of Base) from 2020-07-25T23:00

Bao comes out about and discusses his asexuality as an experience and how it has affected his relationships. Sexual concepts and situations are discussed so please be advised. This episode takes...

The Asexual Experience (Ace of Base) from 2020-07-25T23:00

Bao comes out about and discusses his asexuality as an experience and how it has affected his relationships. Sexual concepts and situations are discussed so please be advised. This episode takes...