This episode dives through the portal back to a time before AI could make music and art. Ben and Slang Hugh reflect on the past, look to the future, and remind us that the soundtrack of the heart is always felt—not prompted.

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When I came back from the U.K., I had nothing but broke lint in my pockets and a few memories to hold on to. After landing my job back, I needed a place to stay—and that’s when my old friend JJ came through for me. Those years living together turned into some of the most unforgettable and fun times of my life. In this episode, I look back on the laughs, the lessons, and the bond of true friendship that carried me through.

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Sometimes life takes us down different roads, but the real ones never leave. In this episode, we head back to the Island and Sault Ste. Marie to reconnect with an old friend, Adam “Iron Drini” Alessandrini. We talk about friendship, time, and how years apart can feel like nothing when the bond is real.

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Ben takes you back to his wild college days—hungry, dizzy, drunk, tired, and sometimes bloody. A raw and funny look at surviving the chaos of student life.

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I’ve been battling chronic body pain for a year, searching everywhere for answers. I was close to giving up running—until I finally found someone who truly understood what I was going through. This episode is a reminder to keep going and never give up.

If you’re struggling, this episode is a reminder that perseverance matters.

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In this episode, I go back to my Master Control days at YTV, where my younger self took a lot for granted. Along the way, I’ll explain what a Ditser Wire is—and why it still matters today.

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From gum chomping troll HVAC crooks to slippery pool monsters, life throws chaos at us all. This episode is your reminder — you’re not alone. Take it day by day, laugh at the madness, and don’t stress over split warm milk.

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Life likes to throw hands sometimes, doesn't it? I came home from vacation and just a few days later went downstairs… and found my 2-year-old heat pump furnace underwater like a dolphin at marine land.

This episode is about how you deal with moments like that—when life looks at you and says, “How you gonna handle this one, Ben?”

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This was supposed to be a relaxing family trip to France — but calling it a "vacation" would be a stretch. Between Narco Art, Bentleys, raging seas, and a baby rhino named Stelo, the trip tested every fiber of my being. France is beautiful, sure… but we probably should’ve waited a few more years. Let’s get into it.

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This episode is dedicated to my Opa — a true gentleman and the kind of man every man should hope to become. From teaching me how to drive while half-asleep to eating more butter than anyone ever should, his humour and heart left a lasting mark.

I share a few stories about our time together and what he meant to me. This one’s for you, Opa.

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