The usual suspects make radio fun, it doesn't matter the stakes. You may know the main actors, but can you identify those that add spice to sports talk conversations? Ben and his isolated wingman explore that subject from the depths of their bunkers as they continue to conspire and create during the year of the pandemic. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review on iTunes whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com Follow Ben on Twitter @B...
Jul 11, 2020•37 min
Keeping it in the family, Ben and David pay a visit to broadcasting legend, Dick Stockton. With over 50 years of service and nearly three decades with FOX, Dick has lived a fruitful life behind the golden microphone. A career that has left no sport unturned, Dick talks to the guys about the evolution of each respective league, his path to prominence, what some of his personal hobbies are, and he also takes you down memory lane with revisiting a handful of the greatest games in sports history. If...
Jul 10, 2020•32 min
Recovering from a lengthy 4th of July party, Ben and David take some aspirin before addressing listener emails and requests after the holiday. Still plenty of inquiries and thoughts with a national shutdown so the guys continue to answer the pressing matters. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and on Instagram @BenMallerOnFOX David is on Twit...
Jul 05, 2020•55 min
Stuck indoors does not mean you have a shortage of entertainment these days. Ben and his reckless wingman make sure that you get an extra serving on this episode when David catches Ben off balance with some peculiar headlines in the news today. Collecting himself, Ben transitions to new studies and trends with the coronavirus staring down the 4th of July holiday. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at ...
Jul 04, 2020•53 min
Sports, social issues, and politics continue to overlap in 2020. With the current climate being volatile, Ben and David decided to pass an invitation to Leo Terrell. A civil rights attorney and product of Los Angeles, Leo stops by the studio for first the first time ever to provide insight and knowledge on today's environment. Leo's strong stance is gear toward some of the most prominent names across the sports landscape and it includes, Drew Brees, LeBron James, and Colin Kaepernick. Make sure ...
Jul 03, 2020•39 min
Not the most G-rated episode ever, Ben and David get away from the sports scene to address a painful masculine moment in time. Florida man returns with more stupidity that does the state proud. The mob of listeners want their voice heard so the guys oblige by jumping into the mailbox with some sincere questions that provide a few private answers. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gma...
Jun 28, 2020•1 hr 2 min
Technical difficulties and a horrible flashback made its way to the Maller Mansion during a live show. Ben and his audible wingman relive a helpless feeling from this week that left the national airwaves in suspense. The guys also open up the textbook to see what they should be studying due to the trends of today, while Ben breaks loose with a new pop quiz session. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us a...
Jun 27, 2020•58 min
Baseball looms and so do the sweet sounds of the game. A surprise guest, John Sterling, visits Ben and David to share some of his feelings leading up to a new season. Spending decades behind the mic, John talks about his personal feelings surrounding steroids and the impact it has on the game. Turning 82 in July, Sterling elaborates on his career and when it will end. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing u...
Jun 26, 2020•41 min
A new week is celebrated in style with those men celebrating Father's Day. Ben and David go back inside the audio castle for a game of wits that stretches the mind a bit. David jumps out of the ring and goes over the pond again as the guys review some puzzling news that isn't related to the sports world. Saving the best for last, you the listener, get all of your questions and suggestions addressed as the fellas unwrap the mailbox of goodies. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of th...
Jun 21, 2020•1 hr 10 min
With the week coming to a close, Ben and David reflect on a Cowboy making his first stand. The guys shift focus from the old paradigm to one that could benefit all that are impacted by it. After being sidetracked not sideswiped, Ben goes back inside the classroom to pull out a new study or two, while David lands on the disabled list. Not to be overlooked, Florida Man comes back as electric as ever. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage...
Jun 20, 2020•45 min
Tensions continue to be high outdoors, but Ben and his wingman continue to do their part to keep things on level ground. The guys offer something different by taking their act to the Windy City to visit an old friend with a familiar voice. Sports is offering some signs about getting back to work, but there is caution from the media and some medical professionals. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at ...
Jun 19, 2020•56 min
Little time is wasted when the guys don't stick to sports by referencing a possible Jurassic Park. The reviews and love continues to come in along with some great questions from the audience. The guys also give some free advice by steering the masses away from drinking their own urine. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and on Instagram @BenM...
Jun 14, 2020•43 min
The backtracking, countless apologies, and a few polarizing topics...2020 is shaping up to be one helluva year. Ben and his troublesome wingman are back in the saddle to aggressively look at everything that is hitting the good ole USA. A lengthy and serious chat gives way to some figures that are forming a new norm this turbulent year for all. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail....
Jun 13, 2020•1 hr 2 min
There was a time not too long ago that Ben was walking the hallways of WEEI in Boston. Those days are done, but not the stories behind it. A friend of the family and former morning host at WEEI, Gerry Callahan drove head first into the studio to share the wild side of Boston sports talk radio with the fellas and to also elaborate on some of the current events surround the Boston Red Sox and Torii Hunter. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. ...
Jun 12, 2020•47 min
More jaw-dropping than you'd normally expect, but the fellas promise to not disappoint. Ben and David wrap another weekend of immaturity by taking you away from the sports scope before circling back to you, the fans. A fun-filled mailbag of goodies provides some fascinating questions that hit home to many. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller a...
Jun 07, 2020•51 min
Most schools are out, but there's a thought students will get back to the classrooms in a few months. That doesn't mean you can't learn a thing or two with Ben and David when they bust loose on relevant intel for those hungry for knowledge. It's game on with the guys and an opportunity for you to see what you are retaining. The state of Florida has the spotlight on them again for more eye sores. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage wi...
Jun 06, 2020•42 min
Another first on The Fifth Hour with Ben Maller takes place, but it shockingly happens without the captain navigating his ship. The fellas get a surprise visit from UFC fighter Ashlee Evans-Smith as she goes outside of the octagon to share the wild side of life as a professional. All athletes have a different path to get to the highest level, but some also like to have fun along the way. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the p...
Jun 05, 2020•53 min
A nation that's on fire has also become extremely flammable on social media. Ben and his cautious wingman return for a new weekend of fun by diving face first into a sea of banter that has been captivating throughout the week. Even without games being played, sports is back to being under the microscope because of Drew Brees and other prominent superstars. Is today's drama a simple case of right or wrong? A confession is heard by Big Ben and a knife fight is also revealed. Make sure to subscribe...
Jun 05, 2020•49 min
No weekend comes to a close without acknowledging you, the audience! The guys swing back into the studio by digging deep into the mailbag to answer some loaded questions. Things are still a challenge with the coronavirus keeping many away from work, but Ben and David decided to dedicate a full episode to see what is running through your minds. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail....
May 31, 2020•46 min
From Cameo to the news and then...back. The guys jump into a fresh episode of goodness by lighting it up with the new demand for Big Ben on social media takes center stage. The fellas elaborate more on some cutting edge technology that is being developed along with new trends due to the coronavirus. All that plus a visit to the wonderful state of Florida for some head scratching news. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podc...
May 30, 2020•39 min
A week has past, but not the reception for the old guard. Ben returns with his wingman by unwinding from a previous episode featuring Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton. Some phenomenal numbers were tallied and the guys elaborated on that and what could be down the road. It was a historic week with some numbers that set some new highs in the career of the Benbino Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHou...
May 29, 2020•47 min
The weekend has offered a couple episodes featuring guests from near and far, but that doesn't mean the fellas can't stay on schedule. Ben stacks the menu with a wide array of goodies that range from trends to studies, peculiar stories to a pop quiz, and then guys wrap it up with some notes inside the mail bag. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMal...
May 24, 2020•1 hr 18 min
Weeks spent indoors doesn't mean Ben and sturdy wingman didn't get out to stretch their legs. Sports appears to be on the brink to full blown return so the fellas explore that with a doctor working in a hazard zone. Before the guys into some serious chatter, Ben is called to answer his door...literally. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and ...
May 23, 2020•43 min
We go back in the Ben Maller time machine to speak with one of his mentors from his youth. From the east coast to the west, Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton has done it all and seen it all. His wide array of assignments included hosting, play-by-play, reporting, and not sugarcoating anything along the way. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and on Inst...
May 22, 2020•43 min
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May 17, 2020•47 min
Getting carried away is one thing, but Ben gets rudely sideswiped like never before in this episode. An act of defiance takes center stage before normalcy returns with some fascinating news that will catch you off guard. Trends, some odd figures, and new facts will show you that all is not lost as you spend a few more hours indoors than ever before. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@...
May 16, 2020•49 min
Ever been on the verge of being arrested? If that's ever the case down the road, you might need to call Big Ben and his vigilante wingman. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and on Instagram @BenMallerOnFOX David is on Twitter @DavidJGascon and IG @DaveGascon Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystu...
May 15, 2020•50 min
Up, up, and away the fellas go with some peculiar things happening outside the sports world these days. Even with so many things taking place, you, the listener, get to contribute in your own way. A mailbag that's full interest and inquiry is front and center for the guys to acknowledge. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and on Instagram @Be...
May 10, 2020•1 hr 3 min
A new week and more tests in front of all of us. Not to worry though, Ben and his wingman have tools in the shed to work with. Plenty of good news outside the sports world that the fellas can elaborate on plus a simple way to break down national trends. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing us at RealFifthHour@gmail.com Follow Ben on Twitter @BenMaller and on Instagram @BenMallerOnFOX David is on Twitter @D...
May 09, 2020•51 min
After living dangerously last week on top of the third rail, Ben and his rejuvenated wingman return for a new movie review. This one is drastically different from reviews in the past so make sure you have your Netflix account on deck. Not being able to help himself, Ben decides to take another journey up the third rail to see what the temperature is like from up above. Make sure to subscribe, rate, and post a review of the podcast whenever you get the chance. Engage with the podcast by emailing ...
May 08, 2020•49 min
