Black Men Vent
Ben sits down with Courtney, host of "Courtney's Corner" and Nick to discuss the everyday issues that black men face on a day to day basis and how it effects us.
Oct 10, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks
The Best in the World Ben Louis and Addy come together each week to discuss the latest in urban culture. With neither host afraid to speak their mind, you will be sure to hear a unique point of view about a wide range of topics. Ben and Addy give credit when its due in their "Shout-outs" segment. All the latest news and trending social media topics in our "Trending Topics" segment, and violators will be addressed in our "Blow the Whistle" segment. Also Ben loses his mind every week during his "Don't @ Me" segment. On top of incredible hard hitting content, we have amazing guests that range from musical artists to actors/actresses and even entrepreneurs. While the hosts are the same every week, no two shows ever will be.
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Episodes
BEN Talks (10.3.2019)
This week Ben and Addy are joined by Slim, host of the Lethal Lips Podcast, and we discuss, HS student files lawsuit for having to race transgender girls, Donald Trump impeachment details, J.Lo and Shakira headlining the Super Bowl Halftime show and Is it okay to stay in contact with your Ex's.
Oct 03, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (9.26.2019)
This week Ben and Addy discuss Fat Joe's recent comments on Afro-Latinos, Prosecutors using rap lyrics in the court room, Corey Gamble's child raising tips, K.Michelle's comments on men not being good people and Lizzo making history. We also welcome Shahleezy to the show as he drops in and talks his latest project "Strictly 4 My Habibis"
Sep 26, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (9.19.2019)
Ben and Addy discuss Fantasia's recent comments on the Breakfast Club, Toxic family members, The latest in the Tekashi69 RICO case and hologram tours. (I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THE MUSIC PLAYED ON THE SHOW)
Sep 19, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (9.12.2019)
This week Ben and Addy discuss payola in the industry, student loan forgiveness apps rejected 99 percent of the time, Malik Yoba comes out as trans-attracted, Nicki Minaj decides to retire, and 7 deadly toxic traits in a partner. Also Keyz Vango comes by and discusses new music, performing at battle of the bands and upcoming shows.
Sep 18, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (9.5.2019)
This week we discuss the latest episode of Power, the real reason Brandy hates Monica, Xenophobia in South Africa and $297 dates. Tray, founder of Love&Fashion LLC comes in and shares his incredible story of resilience and perseverance while dealing with sickle cell and how he used that to build he brand.
Sep 11, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (8.15.2019)
This weeks topics, Roc Nation inks a deal with the NFL, Clownin for the pu**y and Diddy dating Lori Harvey...I think?
Sep 11, 2019•1 hr 59 min
BEN Talks (8.22.2019)
More details emerge in the Roc Nation deal with the NFL, Dating in 2019, and unanswered booty calls leads to arson. Petah J comes by and talks designing his first shoe with Nike, his brand Project 96 and growing up NIgerian.
Sep 11, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (8.8.2019)
Ben and Addy are back after a summer break, this week we welcome Eric Flair on to the show while he discusses his upcoming project and building a true fan base, we also discuss Cyntoia Brown's release from prison and more mass shootings that took place over the weekend.
Sep 11, 2019•1 hr 59 min
BEN Talks (8.29.2019)
This week we discuss the VMAs, Willow Smith shares her thoughts on monogamy, Paul Mooney accused of sexual assault, Death Row now part of a toy company and PornHub thinks of a way to save the planet...
Sep 10, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (6.27.2019)
Addy is off this week and Mitch and Jutell return to fill in. We got into NBA rap beefs, Chaka Kahn reveals that she didnt like the way Kanye sampled her music, Whats the least amount of money you spent on vacation and What's the most you would do for $1500? (I do not own the rights to any music played during this show)
Jul 11, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (6.20.2019)
Ben and Addy discuss Mitch Mconnel's reparations comment, What's going on in the DR? Torey Lanez fake activism, the recent events in Sudan and Facebook trying to take over the world.
Jun 24, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (6.13.2019)
Ben and Addy discuss more fallout for Linda Fairstein, justice for Chanel Lewis, Addy announces her upcoming happy hour event, Is New York about to legalize prostitution? Robert DeNiro bout to lose everything and Meg Thee Stallions tips to keeping her body count down. (I DO NOT OWN ANY OF THE MUSIC PLAYED ON THIS SHOW)
Jun 24, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (6.6.2019)
Ben and Addy discuss the backlash that Linda Fairstein faces after the release of "When They See Us", Education vs Entrepreneurship, Single moms winning, USA to conduct social media checks as part of the Visa application. IamChelseaIam drops in to talk her upcoming tour, new music, and dealing with "Nice Guys".
Jun 24, 2019•1 hr 59 min
BEN Talks (5.30.2019)
This week discusses Dababy's recent antics, Remy Ma still dealing with assault allegations, "Picnic Penny" pulls out a gun on a black couple having a picnic in the park. Singer/Song-writer Garce May drops in to discuss adjusting to life in NYC after coming from Toronto, her latest single "Quiet" and upcoming shows. (I DO NOT OWN ANY OF THE MUSIC PLAYED DURING THIS SHOW)
Jun 24, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (5.23.2019)
Ben and Addy discuss Robert F. Smith paying off student loans for the entire Morehouse class of 2019, Jason Mitchell's recent behavior and how its going to impact "The Chi", Lil Nas X continues to ruffle the feathers by partnering with Wrangler and Russell Wilson takes on Future for "Dad of the Year"
Jun 24, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (5.9.2019)
Ben and Addy discuss Ayesha Curry's recent comments on Red Table Talk. Addy goes HARD defending the comments while Ben tries to let her see it from a male perspective.
May 16, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (5.2.2019)
This week Ben discusses a recent stabbing of a Brooklyn teen, Dylan Roof sentenced, we mourn the death of iconic movie director John Singleton and a teen in Connecticut defaces a Nipsey Hussle memorial. Brutini stops by and discusses his new "Tie Your Laces" EP.
May 16, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (4.25.2019)
This week Ben and Addy discuss whether Drake is a "Culture Vulture", the conviction of Chanel Lewis and him being sentenced to life in prison, Cardi B's beef with The Shade Room and all blogs who "capitalize on black celebrity drama, unarmed black couple shot by police officer near Yale campus. R&B sensation Michael From The East drops in and talks new music, upcoming projects and plays a game of "3 Choices".
May 16, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (4.18.2019)
This week Ben and Addy discuss the recent Kodak Black and TI beef, Wendy Williams finally files for divorce, Laura Ingraham mocks Nipsey Hussle and Beyonce Netflix documentary is out and we give our reviews on the queen's Coachella performance and everything she did leading up to it.
May 16, 2019•1 hr 59 min
BEN Talks (4.11.2019)
Nipset Hussle is laid to rest, Measles outbreak in NY, Kodak Black's disparaging comments and Ehlie Luna comes by to talk about her EP "Black Girl Music".
Apr 15, 2019•2 hr
R.I.P Nipsey Hussle
We discuss the recent killing if Nipsey Hussle (was the gov't involved?), Chanel Lewis convicted of murder as people cheer in the courtroom and recording artist Shervon comes by and talks about her new single "Attitude".
Apr 15, 2019•1 hr 59 min
BEN Talks (3.28.2019)
Addy is back in studio and Ben...well Ben never left. But this week we discuss Jussie Smollet getting all charges dropped, Trump no longer facing collusion charges, Cardi B was out here druggin dudes and we conduct the "Florida Man" challenge live on air.
Apr 03, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (3.21.2019)
Addy joins the show all the way from Atlanta and helps Ben discuss, Daniel Caesar's recent comments, elite high schools lack of diversity, New Zealand acts fast after mass shooting and Jess Hilarious racist IG rant.
Apr 03, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (3.14.2019)
Addy is on location at SXSW, Ben discusses Lori Loughlin's college admissions scam, Kim Kardashian fighting for prison reform and Leo Simone drops by to discuss her new music and upcoming projects.
Mar 18, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (3.7.2019)
This week we re-act to the "Leaving Neverland" documentary and the explosive R. Kelly interview with Gail King and Alexis Marie-Wint drops by to discuss her upcoming movie.
Mar 18, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (2.28.2019)
Ben and Addy wrap up a tumultuous Black History Month, the upcoming "Leaving Neverland" documentary and Addy tells us all the cool things she's been working on with her music and her brand "Party Blackly".
Mar 04, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (2.21.2019)
Ben and Addy discuss Colin Kaepernick's settlement with the NFL, Nipsey Hustle's upcoming documentary on Dr. Sebi, Jordyn Woods and Tristan Thompson hooking up? Burberry out here making noose hoodies. Community organizer Karl Kumodzi calls in and Zeyi stops by to talk his newly release EP "Selfless"
Mar 04, 2019•2 hr
BEN Talks (2.14.2019)
On this week's show Ben and Addy discuss the Grammys, Ben goes off on Kacey Musgrave winning album of the year, Bow Wow gets into a fight with his GF, Jussie Smollet lies catching up to him and Courtney of "Courtney's Corners" drops in to discuss upcoming season.
Mar 04, 2019•1 hr 59 min
BEN Talks 2.7.2019
This week Ben and Addy discuss, Liam Neeson confessions, Bow Wow involved attacked by girlfriend, 21 Savage detained by ICE, the horrible superbowl ratings and J.Lo set to do a Motown tribute at the Grammy's. Author of the "Invisible Empire" Erica Hale calls in to discuss her book and how currents events inspire her writing.
Feb 12, 2019•1 hr 59 min
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