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 the post office.

Then the conversation spirals into:

• Why camping feels like punishment when you already live on a ranch with 70 animals
• Ben’s upcoming “glamping” trip to Northern California with cabins, theme nights, and maybe some mushrooms
• Whether reality TV ruins acting careers — and why Survivor might just be free Ozempic
• A deep dive into Stalking Samantha on Hulu — where the victim’s story doesn’t exactly add up
• Cassandra’s real-life brush with stalkers in college and Miami apartment creeps
• Netflix’s Amy Bradley is Missing and the wild theories of what really happened on that cruise ship
• The infamous Poop Cruise — sewage floods, mattress orgies, and why Ben would’ve jumped overboard to the nearest passing yacht

AJ pops in at the end to share why Cassandra has been his best friend for 20 years, why their phone calls often involve long stretches of silence, and how that’s the ultimate love language of friendship.

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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 knowledge of how to grow (and rotate!) the perfect pumpkin. Things quickly spiral into Starbucks foam wars, blow job comparisons at the drive-thru, and cream cheese confessions.

From there, Ben and Sherri cover:

• The Granbury gay marriage license drama, courthouse bigotry, and why laws aren’t up for personal interpretation
• Ranch maintenance hell: cracked windshields, trailers, generators, gators, and $1,600 truck tires
• Why “we don’t make those anymore” is the scam line of the century
• Nail salons, secret languages, and why Ben wants translating AirPods in his studio
• Pet peeves from photo clients asking for Jennifer Aniston headshots to Sherri’s lifelong hatred of feet
• Straight men listening to the podcast (hi, Mike!) and global listeners from Australia to Iran
• Austin weekend chaos: Sean’s 50th birthday, Ben drunk-heckling someone’s Christmas ribbon, and a skyscraper grasshopper who just wanted to wave through the window

It’s pumpkin spice meets pure chaos — with Sherri as the reigning queen of stories.

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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 limits — Housewives drama, murder hypotheticals, Caitlyn Jenner rants, pop culture meltdowns, and the eternal question: if you could get away with it, who’s your first victim?

📌 In this episode:

• Taylor Swift’s Life of a Showgirl — first impressions, hidden meanings, and her amazing PR team
• Housewives franchises: best seasons, biggest villains, and most iconic meltdowns
• Caitlyn Jenner’s latest antics and why she might be trolling all of us
• Murder hypotheticals — who, why, and how (don’t call the cops)
• The art of the pop culture drag: from “she’s over” to “she’s iconic” in 48 hours
• Every gay gets ONE diva 
• Who’s got the most unhinged fan base — Swifties, Housewives fans, or Beyonce?

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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 now… me.

Then Rawson and I get into:

• How Dodgeball came to be
• What it’s really like working with The Rock, Ryan Reynolds, and Jennifer Aniston
• The pressures of directing mega-budget films vs. the joy of smaller comedies
• Directing action vs. comedy — and why timing is everything
• Behind-the-scenes stories from We’re the Millers and Skyscraper
• His thoughts on casting, improvisation, and how actors can stand out in auditions
• Balancing massive budgets with creative risk-taking
• His best advice for actors trying to break in — including the one thing you must do 
• And what it feels like to have Netflix’s most-watched movie on your résumé

It’s equal parts filmmaking masterclass, Hollywood tea, and unfiltered banter.

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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 treatments.

From what age you should actually start Botox, to the difference between “filler face” and tasteful enhancement, Laura spills all the tea. Ben also shares his own skincare addiction cycles, and why Ben refuses to attend a Botox party in someone’s kitchen. Plus, listeners get an exclusive $100 off referral deal for Laura’s office—because flawless skin should come with perks.

In this episode:

• Ben opens up about his skincare obsession (and neglect)
• Laura breaks down the truth behind Botox, Dysport, Daxxify, and more
• How injectables really work—spoiler: it’s not a magic eraser
• The difference between “aging naturally” and “aging wisely”
• Filler horror stories, med spa red flags, and the Botox party nobody should attend
• How skincare, lasers, and retinol work together for long-term results
• Laura’s gentle (but firm) approach to client safety, confidence, and not overdoing it
• Listener discount alert: Mention Ben and get $100 off your first visit with Laura

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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, influencer, or mom — it’s ChatGPT.

Yes, Ben interviews artificial intelligence — the app that’s changing the world. 

ChatGPT and Ben get into it:

• What AI actually is — and why it isn’t just for tech bros
• Why Ben stopped using Google and now just asks “his girl” ChatGPT everything
• Whether AI is making us lazy… or unlocking our genius
• Will robots take over? Or are they just here to help us write better captions?
• The dark side: privacy, regulation, ethics, and whether AI will kill our jobs
• Ben confesses he’s formed an emotional bond with his AI voice. It’s not weird. It’s 2025.

The episode wraps with a reverse interview, where ChatGPT asks Ben about:

• His acting career, including Class Act with Eric Roberts
• Why he started this podcast
• His photography business in Dallas
• Barrel racing, spin class, and being obsessed with coral
• Advice to his younger self: Don’t listen to people who gave up on their own dreams

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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 everything from LGBTQIA+ to not ending up porn. She’s a scene stealer in her new movie Kinda Pregnant, but first — we need Ben to get the name right! 

The episode opens with a full breakdown of:

• Ben’s latest FedEx meltdown while trying to ship coral for his reef tank
• The broken customer service loop that left him yelling at a robot

Then Urzila joins and they dive into:

• Her journey from South Africa to Texas to Auckland
• Swearing in comedy, why the word “cunt” shouldn’t offend you
• The time she broke her collarbone on Taskmaster 
• Why airports are built to enrage you (and why pre-boarding should be illegal)
• What it's like shooting Kinda Pregnant with Amy Schumer
• Why lesbians might have it easier than gay men in public
• How comedy handles swearing, slurs, and cancel culture — and what it gets wrong
• Parenting while touring, and being confused for Ursula the Sea Witch

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New Movie: Kinda Pregnant 

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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 Christmas card from someone who ghosted me… and blocked me
•  Getting kicked out of a dive bar by a bartender dressed like Pippi Longstocking
• Almost getting punched by locals 
•  Dinner with Real Housewives in NYC 
•  And how I got AJ to fake a medical emergency so we could rebook our flight to Atlanta and finally see Beyoncé

If you’ve ever faked a medical condition to see your idol, got kicked out of a bar on vacation, or spent thousands on concert tickets — this one’s for you.

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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 calories.

But before we spin into the deep stuff, Ben shares his extremely unpatriotic feelings about the Fourth of July, why he’s ready to cancel kids at the gym, how fireworks nearly ruined a friendship (and his barn), and the latest Beyoncé ticket meltdown that tested his burnt toast theory and his blood pressure.

From spin-room therapy to Ozempic mood swings to tear-filled podium rides — this episode is full of breakthroughs, beefs, and Beyoncé.

Before we clip in, I vent about:

•  My moody 4th of July weekend
•  Kids ruining my F45 class with gaming laptops 
•  Fireworks-induced barn trauma
•  And my latest Beyoncé ticket saga — because of course something went wrong

Then David and I dive deep into:

•  How SoulCycle became therapy on a bike Crying mid-class, and the power of collective healing through movement
•  His journey from personal trainer to top LA instructor
•  How movement, motivation, and music connect people in ways talk therapy sometimes can’t
•  Ozempic mood swings, gym pet peeves, and SoulCycle do’s and don’ts
•  Why “Yes Yes” might be the most powerful phrase you’ll hear today

Whether you're a SoulCycle addict, a movement skeptic, or just emotionally backed up — this episode moves you.

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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 commercial shooting in the Dominican Republic
•  I had to cancel Beyoncé and miss my friend’s funeral
•  My passport got accidentally handed to a stranger in a busted Honda Civic
•  A horse fell on top of me mid-scene on the beach
•  I went three full days without eating because the food was… not food
• It was hell-hot (as in, Satan’s ass was hovering directly overhead)
•  The commercial turned out amazing, and I’m so grateful I got to do it

By the end of the trip, I was sore, starving, and exhausted — but also totally in awe. I’ve worked my ass off to be a full-time actor, and this job reminded me that the chaos is worth it.

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