The Bantercast

In this episode of the Bantercast, Ben and Michael discuss Bitcoin mania, the concept of getting rich, and how to think about money. Most people don't understand money or how to use it, and without real financial literacy many will be doomed to repeat basic mistakes that the wealthy don't make. Is capitalism good or bad? Can Bitcoin and other crypto currencies change the world? Tune in if you want to find out!

In today's episode of the Bantercast, Ben and Michael speak with Very Smart Brotha's (VSB) Panama Jackson. Panama co-founded VSB and recently quit his job to write for the hilarious Afro-centric site full time. Panama recently penned a heartbreaking article describing his ruined relationship with his Trump supporting white mother who visited him in Washington DC and insisted on wearing a 'Make America Great Again' T-shirt while exploring the city. We spoke to Panama about his strained relationship with his mother, how he sees race in America, and what white people can do to heal the racial divide.

In today's show, we spoke with Jim St. Germain, the author of 'A Stone of Hope: A Memoir'! Jim was born in Haiti into severe poverty and moved to New York City aged 11, where he fell into a life of gang activity and crime. He turned his life around with the help of some incredible mentors and now runs Preparing Leaders of Tomorrow (PLOT), a nonprofit organization that provides mentoring to at-risk youth. Hear his unfiltered, raw take on politics in the US, his life in Haiti, and how he navigates the different worlds of severe poverty and privilege. It was a fascinating conversation you won't want to miss!

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In this special episode of The Bantercast, Ben and Michael talk to the legendary boxer David Haye. Haye is the former heavyweight champion of the world and former undisputed Cruiserweight champion of the world. We spoke to David about the upcoming Mega Fight between Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor to get his thoughts on whether McGregor can pull off the upset of the century. Haye's insights into boxing at the elite level are truly fascinating to listen to, and he provides a unique perspective on what will be the biggest prize fight in history!

In today's episode of the Bantercast, Ben and Michael talk to Noor Tagouri, a Muslim American woman who made history by becoming the first woman to wear hijab in Playboy magazine. Noor Tagouri is a journalist at Newsy and has been on the road documenting heroin addiction and sex trafficking in America. It was an absolutely fascinating, illuminating discussion so please listen and let us know what you think!

In today's show, we talk to Washington D.C's most notorious gardener, Chris Bradshaw of the non-profit "Dreaming Out Loud". Chris spoke to us about how gardening can heal communities and provide a way of feeding people without relying on giant supermarkets and fast food chains. Chris works with some of the most disadvantaged communities in Washington DC and is at the forefront of America's green revolution.

In today's hilarious and thought provoking episode of the Bantercast, Ben and Michael speak to Zoe Ligon, a sex educator and founder of Spectrumboutique.com, an online ethical sex toy store. On the show, we talk about polyamory, pornography, homosexuality, sexual spirituality and sex camps (yes really!).

In today's show, we talk to David Walsh, a PhD candidate in the history department at Princeton University. His dissertation is on U.S. far right politics in the twentieth century. We talked to David about the far right in America, the origins of the 'Alt Right' movement, and ask him whether the U.S really is becoming a fascist state. It was a truly illuminating conversation, so if you want to download some knowledge and appear super smart to all your friends, get listening right now!

In today's show, Michael and Ben sit down with Christina McDowell, the author of 'After Perfect', an breathtaking memoir about losing everything after her father went to federal prison for securities fraud. Christina's father worked with the "Wolf of Wall Street" Jordan Belfort, and took hundreds of thousands of dollars out in her name putting Christina into crippling debt as a young woman.

Christina talks with us about her time as an aspiring actress in Hollywood, drug and alcohol abuse, wanting to end her life, and finally finding redemption through writing. It's a truly amazing story, so get listening!

In this week's episode of the Bantercast, we talk about explosive news about Donald Trump Jr. selling out his father and confessing to colluding with Russia during the 2016 presidential election.

Ben and Michael discuss the shocking revelation and look at how the Trump administration is attempting to spin it. Was Trump Jr.'s actions treasonous? We dive deep, so jump in and join the Banter!

Segments also in today's show:

How fucked are we?

Looking on the bright side

Getting personal with Ben and Michael