Bonus Episode: Very Big in Space
Ben is in the Fox News Radio studios to take your calls on Trump's new lawyer Emmet Flood, the ongoing Mueller investigation and Trump's plans for a "Space Force".
May 08, 2018•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 263
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Episode 391: Turn to MAGA
This week Ben catches you up on the latest in the world of politics and speaks with Lawrence B. Jones III (11:57) about Kanye West and how both the right and the left fail to serve the black community, followed by an interview with pro wrestler Sean Waltman (X-Pac) on the male-only "Greatest Royal Rumble" in Saudi Arabia, libertarianism, and more (33:08). Please consider taking our short & confidential survey here: goo.gl/forms/zWIuM2TaYOO9KsBi1 Surf Shimmy Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Li...
May 03, 2018•49 min•Ep. 262
Episode 390: Trump's a Chad
This week Ben & Marcus discuss Mike Pompeo's meeting with Kim Jong Un, the growing incel community and their association with the van attack in Toronto and the debate over raising the minimum wage. Go to http://stamps.com click on the Radio Microphone and enter TOPHAT for a 4 week trial. There’s no reason not to join! Get yours at http://dollarshaveclub.com/tophat Please consider taking our short & confidential survey here: goo.gl/forms/zWIuM2TaYOO9KsBi1 Surf Shimmy, Whiskey on the Missi...
Apr 25, 2018•52 min•Ep. 261
Episode 389: Honest Loyalty
Ben & Marcus recap George Stephanopoulos's interview with James Comey, Sean Hannity's connection to Michael Cohen and the ongoing developments in Syria. Thanks to Stitch Fix for sponsoring this episode. Hurry to http://stitchfix.com/tophat to get started NOW! Keep all 5 items in your box and you’ll get 25% off your entire purchase! Thanks to The Black Tux for sponsoring this episode. Visit http://theblacktux.com/tophat for $20 off your purchase. Please consider taking our short & confide...
Apr 18, 2018•59 min•Ep. 260
Bonus Episode: Geriatric Yelling
Ben is in the Fox News Radio studios discussing and taking your calls on Zuckerberg, Syria, Paul Ryan's retirement and more. He is joined by Fox News Correspondant Peter Doocy to discuss the Zuckerberg testimony (35:04), sex worker Nadia White to discuss the repercussions of the SESTA/FOSTA bill (52:51), Mike Baker to talk Syria (1:28:00), Fox News Producer Jake Gibson to discuss Trump's meeting with Rod Rosenstein (1:55:03) and Mark Ryavec to discuss Los Angeles' newest strategy to combat the h...
Apr 16, 2018•2 hr 35 min•Ep. 259
Episode 388: Dirty Laundry
Ben and Marcus speak with Sarah Lyons (Vice) to discuss her new article "Racists Are Threatening to Take over Paganism" and the rise of occultism on both sides of the aisle and then interview sex worker and activist Sam on the SESTA-FOSTA bill and how it's anticipated to put sex workers in increased danger and the restrictions it puts on free speech. Please consider taking our short & confidential survey here: goo.gl/forms/zWIuM2TaYOO9KsBi1 Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Crea...
Apr 11, 2018•58 min•Ep. 258
Bonus Episode: Big Beautiful Wall
Ben takes your calls in the Fox News Radio studios and discusses sanctuary cities, the national guard moving to the border, the ongoing Facebook scandal and more. He is joined by Juan Williams to talk immigration and the border wall (18:00) and by Brooke Rogers to discuss her recent article "Hiding Cosmo is no win for #MeToo" (1:27:15). Please consider taking our short & confidential survey here: goo.gl/forms/zWIuM2TaYOO9KsBi1 Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: ...
Apr 09, 2018•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 257
Episode 387: Ally vs Adversary
Ben is joined by Saman Arbabi to discuss Trump's foreign policy and overall global destabilization and interviews Professor Thomas Holbrook on the upcoming midterm elections and how the changing demographics of America are influencing politics. Please consider taking our short & confidential survey here: goo.gl/forms/zWIuM2TaYOO9KsBi1 Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/...
Apr 02, 2018•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 256
Episode 386: Grain Glitch
Ben & Marcus discuss the Republican tax bill, this past weekend's March for our Lives and the upcoming government census. There’s no reason not to join! Get yours at http://dollarshaveclub.com/tophat Thanks to Mack Weldon for sponsoring this episode. Go to http://mackweldon.com and get 20% off using promo code: TOPHAT. Thanks to Stamps.com for sponsoring this episode. Go to http://stamps.com and use promo code TOPHAT to start your free trial. Please consider taking our short & confidenti...
Mar 27, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 255
Bonus Episode: Borked
In this bonus episode Ben is back in the Fox News Radio studio to take listener calls about changing gender norms in the workplace, Trump's opioid plan and he interviews Mike Baker about the nomination of Gina Haspel for CIA director (interview at 1:57:00). Please consider taking our short & confidential survey here: goo.gl/forms/zWIuM2TaYOO9KsBi1 Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/...
Mar 20, 2018•3 hr 12 min•Ep. 254
Episode 385: Crisis Next Door
Ben & Marcus discuss the ramping up of the war on drugs, the spread of misinformation online and the firing of Andrew McCabe. Please consider taking our short & confidential survey here: goo.gl/forms/zWIuM2TaYOO9KsBi1 Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/
Mar 20, 2018•48 min•Ep. 253
Episode 384: David Dennison
Ben & Marcus discuss the upcoming meeting with Jong-un, the Florida gun bill, the Stormy Daniels scandal and conclude by reading some listener emails. Please consider taking our short & confidential survey here: goo.gl/forms/zWIuM2TaYOO9KsBi1 This episode is brought to you by Mack Weldon; receive 20% off your entire order by going to MackWeldon.com and entering the code "TOPHAT". Feelin Good Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http:...
Mar 13, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 252
Episode 383: My Lawyer's Going to Dump Me
Ben & Marcus discuss the steel & aluminum tariffs, a possible NRA-Russian collusion link and Sam Nunberg's bombshell interview. Please consider taking our short & confidential survey here: https://goo.gl/forms/zWIuM2TaYOO9KsBi1
Mar 06, 2018•46 min•Ep. 251
Episode 382: [Redacted]
Ben & Marcus discuss Paul Manafort, the Democratic memo and Trump's stance on jail time and execution for drug offenses.
Feb 27, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 250
Episode 381: Words, Words, Words
Ben & Marcus discuss the Parkland shooting and the resulting student-driven activist response, the most recent indictments and Russian troll farms; this episode concludes with an interview with Dr. Robert Fitrakis on the Russian indictments and the vulnerability of voting machines.
Feb 21, 2018•59 min•Ep. 249
Episode 380: Blubber
Ben and Marcus are joined by Molly Knefel to discuss immigration, the CRUMBS act and the state of education. Correction: Fiat Chrysler paid their employees $120 million in bonuses.
Feb 14, 2018•53 min•Ep. 248
Episode 379: Procrastination for Goodness
Ben and Marcus catch you up on the budget deal, the most recent and briefest government shut down, and the Nunes memo.
Feb 10, 2018•40 min•Ep. 247
Episode 378: The State of Our Union
Ben and Marcus discuss the State of the Union address, dynasty politics and how much milk Joe Kennedy drinks.
Feb 01, 2018•52 min•Ep. 246
Episode 377: Bargaining C.H.I.P.
Ben & Marcus discuss the internet echo chamber, the fall out from the government shut down, and discuss the upcoming midterm elections. Then Ben interviews Dr. Jocelyn Elise Crowley on her newest book "Gray Divorce: What We Lose and Gain from Mid-Life Splits".
Jan 30, 2018•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 245
Episode 376: "Infinite Hope"
Ben & Marcus discuss the criminal justice system, the potential government shutdown, and the current scandals circling the president; this episode concludes with an interview with the wrongfully convicted prison reform activist, author Anthony Graves.
Jan 19, 2018•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 244
Episode 375: Jack Of All Trades
This week we're bringing you 2 episodes for the price of 1; Ben's in the Fox News Radio studios talking state and national marijuana laws, Trump's "shithole" comment and he sits down with political commentator and author Kayleigh McEnany to discuss her book "The New American Revolution: The Making of a Populist Movement".
Jan 17, 2018•2 hr 16 min•Ep. 243
Episode 374: Gum In The Holes
This week Ben & Marcus discuss legal weed, "Fire & Fury" and reveal the secret behind Trump's hair.
Jan 10, 2018•45 min•Ep. 242
Episode 373: One Year Down
Ben and Marcus discuss tax and immigration reform, and the Democratic Party's focus on resisting the GOP rather than focusing on governing.
Dec 31, 2017•47 min•Ep. 241
Episode 372: Conserve the LSD Lands
Ben and guest producer Travis talk Doug the Pug, the highly controversial tax bill, and Utah's Bears Ears. Plus, Ben interviews ufologist Henry Zebrowski about mankind's recent glimpse of alien activity.
Dec 23, 2017•52 min•Ep. 240
Episode 371: Doug Jones' Victory
Ben and Marcus discuss Doug Jones' victory in Alabama, and the country's loss of the most recent net neutrality battle.
Dec 17, 2017•56 min•Ep. 239
Episode 370: The Purge 4: Congressional Gropers
Ben and Marcus discuss the latest congressional sex scandals, the recent changes to the Antiquities Act, and the gay cake case.
Dec 09, 2017•51 min•Ep. 238
Episode 369: Tax Reform 2017
Ben and Marcus discuss the recent tax reform bill, the effectiveness of the Flynn investigation, and the Libyan slave trade.
Dec 04, 2017•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 237
Episode 368: Net Neutrality Edition
Ben and Marcus discuss the immensely important issue of net neutrality, the impact of the house tax bill, and the recent spree of individuals faking allegations and evidence against politicians to make them look bad.
Nov 25, 2017•36 min•Ep. 236
Episode 367: The Tale of Bernie Bernstein
Ben and Marcus are joined by Travis Irvine to discuss the Roy Moore scandal, allegations against Al Franken, and the probability of Donald Trump Jr working with Wikileaks. Plus an interview with Kinky Friedman and Mary Lou Sullivan!
Nov 17, 2017•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 235
Episode 366: Bringing Back The Soul
Ben and Marcus discuss the allegations against Roy Moore, blatant misuse of funds donated to the Hillary Clinton campaign, and the financial state of the democratic party.
Nov 10, 2017•24 min•Ep. 234
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