The Ben Maynard Program
"Tell Your Story". Everyone has a story. Not just the famous. This is a guest driven program but when we are "guest free", It's just YOU and ME! I love music and we will talk a lot about it. Enjoy the ride!
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Episodes
60 episodes since 2023
FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE!....From Rock Legends to Romantic Mishaps
Ever wondered why band members feud over expenses or how online dating really feels in your late 30s? Tonight on the Ben Maynard Program, we kick things off with some essential housekeeping and updates on our brief hiatus due to a hectic schedu...
September 07, 2024
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1:17:54
EP. 60 One-Hit Wonders: Iconic 80s Tracks, Synth-Pop Revolution, and Nostalgic Memories
What makes a one-hit wonder truly unforgettable? Join us on this episode of "Breakfast with Ben and Matt" as we explore the fascinating world of one-hit wonders and their lasting impact on music history. We begin by defining what qualifies as a...
August 24, 2024
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1:33:21
EP. 59 "Breakfast with Ben"....Birthdays! Birthdays! Birthdays!
How does an unforgettable father-son birthday celebration sound? Picture waking up to "Breakfast with Ben," where I share the joyous occasion of turning 59 alongside my son Jake, who fortuitously shares the same birthday and turns 37 today. Fro...
August 17, 2024
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1:06:48
Friday Night Live: AI’s Rock Legends, and Heartfelt Stories
How did a two-week home renovation lead to a thrilling Friday night podcast? Join me as I share updates from the chaos of getting a new roof and tackling restuccoing, which caused our brief hiatus. Despite the hectic schedule, I couldn't be mor...
August 03, 2024
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1:02:22
Friday Night Live: FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT!
How have the media narratives around President Trump shaped your views on his presidency? Join me on this spontaneous and heartfelt Friday night episode of the Ben Maynard Program, where I reflect on our expanding presence across major podcast ...
July 20, 2024
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1:02:31
Elevate Your Tequila: Expert Tastings, Flavor Profiles, and Spirited Stories with Brother Jim
Can you elevate your tequila game from casual sipper to seasoned connoisseur? That's exactly what we aim to help you with in this tantalizing episode of the Ben Maynard Program, where Brother Jim joins us for an expert tequila tasting adventure...
July 13, 2024
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1:48:18
Friday Night Live: Pet Remembrance, 4th of July Festivities, and Summer Music Extravaganza!
What does Pet Remembrance Day mean to you? On this lively episode of the Ben Maynard program, we celebrate the joyous news that our podcast is now available on iHeartRadio! Reflect on the warmth and fond memories pets bring into our lives as I ...
July 05, 2024
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39:43
Rachel Thompson talks Surviving Abuse, Building Resilience, and Finding Joy in Music
What happens when you blend a 30-year career in big pharma with a passion for digital marketing? Meet Rachel Thompson, our esteemed guest and the founder of Bad Redhead Media, who reveals her transformative journey from the corporate world to e...
June 29, 2024
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1:39:49
Friday Night Live: Malort Mayhem, aka "The Drunk Show"!
Ever wondered who founded the Society for the Preservation of Cruelty to Long-Haired Men? You’ll find out in this rollicking episode of the Ben Maynard Program! Friday night brings more than just the weekend; it’s a night of live action, captiv...
June 29, 2024
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1:29:43
Pepper Anne's True Crime Tales, Publishing Adventures, and Heartfelt Family Values
True crime aficionados, brace yourselves! Join me on this riveting episode of the Ben Maynard Program as we welcome the remarkable Pepper Anne, an author who has spent over a decade unearthing the chilling truths in her book, "The Notorious Tex...
June 22, 2024
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53:45
Adam Holland's "Rapture," Classic Rock Reminiscing, and Musical Journeys
What if a global pandemic sparked your most creative work? Adam Holland, lead guitarist and vocalist for the Steve Augeri Band, shares how the lockdowns turned his Instagram snippets into "Rapture," a solo instrumental album that showcases a di...
June 21, 2024
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1:26:03
Friday Night Live: EPISODE 50! Cheers to all the Dads....HAPPY FATHER'S DAY!
Ever wondered how many shots of Malort one person can endure in a single night? Tune in to find out as we bring back the infamous Malort Challenge on this lively episode of Friday Night Live on YouTube. Engage with us by subscribing, commenting...
June 14, 2024
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59:47
Friday Night Live: 45 Years of Friendship, Childhood Adventures, and Donut Delights
Enduring friendships are priceless, and tonight on the Ben Maynard Program, we celebrate a 45-year bond with my closest friend, Matt Davis. What keeps friendships strong over decades? Tune in as we share hilarious childhood antics, such as snea...
June 08, 2024
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1:24:04
Kim Curry's Story: A Radio Legend turned Author
What if babysitting a radio station instead of children changed the course of your life? Join us as we sit down with radio veteran Kim Curry, who unexpectedly discovered his love for the medium in Canyon City, Colorado. Hear how the legendary W...
May 28, 2024
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48:28
Friday Night Live: Cocktail Capers and Vinyl Vibes with Kathryn's Mixology Magic
As the sun dips below the horizon, signaling the end of another workweek, the airwaves come alive with the clinking of ice and the laughter that only a Friday night can bring. Kathryn, our mixologist maestro, joins me, Ben Maynard, to stir up s...
May 24, 2024
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1:06:30
Friday Night Live: Rock Hall Controversies and Soulful Comfort Food....mmmm GOOD!
Crack open a cold one and settle in for a wild ride, rock aficionados! Your Friday Night Live host is back from a hiatus, and we're kicking things off with a taste-test challenge that's sure to leave my taste buds begging for mercy—the Malort C...
May 17, 2024
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53:32
THE GREAT KOBI REESE!....(He's 13 years old)
Step into the vibrant world of live music as we sit down with the phenomenal Kobi Reese, exploring his acoustic debut at the David Z Foundation Benefit Show, and the exhilarating contrast to full-band performances. Kobi opens up about the perso...
May 17, 2024
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55:20
"Back by Popular Demand....YEAH RIGHT"!
Emerging from a whirlwind of travel and technical tribulations, I've strapped back into the podcasting chair to share the recent escapades from the Ben Maynard Program. As I surfed through internet issues in Portland and hopped between a quarte...
May 11, 2024
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48:47
Friday Night LIVE! Shenanigans, Stump the Chump, A Heartwarming Pastor Chat, and the Great Bohemian Queen
Brace yourselves for an evening where the only agenda is fun, and where shots of Malort are downed if you've got the guts to dial in. I, Ben Maynard, am throwing down the gauntlet for some high-stakes music trivia in Stump the Chump, and I can'...
April 19, 2024
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1:08:52
Pastor Brian Benson on Faith, Leadership, and the Music of Ministry
When you're navigating the ebbs and flows of faith, it's like listening to a symphony—full of crescendos, diminuendos, and the occasional unexpected solo. This is the melody Pastor Brian Benson and I, Ben Maynard, explore in a heartfelt discuss...
April 12, 2024
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1:40:40
Live Riffs with Tom Keifer and LA Guns, Plus Ben Maynard's Streaming Escapades
Ever found yourself belly-laughing at the misadventures of live streaming, while simultaneously getting swept away by the sheer electricity of a rock concert? That's exactly what went down at the Saban Theater as the Tom Keifer Band and LA Guns...
April 08, 2024
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39:12
Friday Night Live: A Musical Odyssey Through 1984 and a Very Special Call to the Show
Imagine the microphone hijacked by Kathryn, my spontaneous co-host for the evening, as we spin a yarn through the seismic rumbles of New York and the time-warped tunes of 1984. Weaving in personal tales with the rhythmic heartbeat of that epic ...
April 06, 2024
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1:20:58
Friday Night Frolics: Ben Maynard's Easter Antics, Peep Challenges, and Heartfelt Rock Tributes
It's Ben Maynard here, cracking open a lively Friday night with a blend of Easter shenanigans and live entertainment designed to keep your spirits high and your laughter rolling. Picture this: every phone ring means I'm taking a shot of Malort,...
March 29, 2024
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59:34
The Return of PAULIE Z! Live music and a tribute to DAVID Z's Legacy
When nostalgia collides with innovation, you get a conversation that celebrates the roots of rock and the evolution of music. In our latest episode, the magnetic Paulie Z returns to walk us through the ZO2 anthology album's journey, an offering...
March 28, 2024
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1:07:08
Rocking Through Time: A Salute to 1984's Iconic 40th Anniversary Albums
Strap in for a rock 'n' roll time machine, as I, Ben Maynard, whisk you back to the epic era of 1984 to celebrate some monumental 40th-anniversary albums. Imagine the electrifying guitar riffs of Metallica's "Ride the Lightning," the sensual gr...
March 18, 2024
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