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It's Ben a Week

Ben McDonnell
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Texas
Mental Health
Fitness
Personal Growth
LGBTQ+ Rights
Hollywood
Starbucks
Comedy
Acting
Beyoncé
Soulcycle
Rejection
Family Dynamics
Los Angeles
Hangxiety
4th Of July
Community
Pumpkin Spice
Grief

"It’s Ben a Week" is an unfiltered, bold, and hilariously unpredictable podcast where Texas grit meets Hollywood wit. Hosted by barrel racer and photographer Ben McDonnell, it’s your weekly escape into outrageous stories, candid conversations, and unapologetic humor.

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This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben is joined once again by fan favorites Bryan and Jon from the Out Loud & Laughing podcast for another chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly heartfelt conversation.  

The trio dives into everything from growing up as t... more

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This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben celebrates his birthday, Pride Month, and something he’s never officially done before… coming out.

In this deeply personal solo episode, Ben officially shares publicly that he’s gay and opens up about the journey it... more

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This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben is joined by his longtime friend Ruby for a chaotic, emotional, and unexpectedly inspiring conversation about moving across the world, starting over, heartbreak, and learning to embrace discomfort.  

After spending ... more

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This week on It’s Ben A Week, Ben does something completely different.

For the first time ever, Ben is sharing the audio/video from "I",  a documentary he created nearly 10 years ago while living in Los Angeles. The film premiered at the Twin Cities... more

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Recent Guests

Marin Ludeman
Guest (participant in documentary project)
Episode: The Most Personal Thing I’ve Ever Ben Part Of
Trevor Donnelly
Guest (participant in documentary project)
Episode: The Most Personal Thing I’ve Ever Ben Part Of
Sherry Finley
Guest (participant in documentary project)
Episode: The Most Personal Thing I’ve Ever Ben Part Of
Jen Kirk
Guest who shares her adoption and kidnapping story
Episode: She's Ben Kidnapped While Pregnant (ft. Jen Kirk)
Brenda Ramin
Ninth-grade physical science teacher
(mentioned)
Episode: The Teacher Who Believed in Ben (ft. Brenda Ramin)
Melissa Daniels
Producer and creator of The Reset Tour, mindfulness/meditation educator
The Reset Tour
Episode: Connection Has Ben Missing (ft. Melissa Daniels)
Camryn Watson
Trauma therapist
Fort Worth, Texas (Therapy practice)
Episode: We've All Ben Through Trauma (ft. Camryn Watson)
Bethany Weaver
Actress known for Wicked (Dorothy)
Wicked (Wicked for Good)
Episode: Dorothy Has Ben Found (ft. Bethany Weaver)
Lisa Curry
Standup comedian
Episode: Ben My Valentine? (ft. Lisa Curry)

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Ben McDonnell
Host of It's Ben a Week

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 174 ratings
  • Love Ben!

    Ben is really so talented and easy going! def recommend his photography and podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jackieeeee🤍
    United Statesa month ago
  • Good vibes

    Ben has such a great personality in person and on the pod! You’ll definitely enjoy the listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    misterfordjr
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hilarious!!

    Ben is hilarious, honest, and on point!! Love the pod and Ben. I also need Starbucks to make it make sense with the order ahead.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CassSolis
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hilarious and spot on

    Listened to “Customer Service” episode and laughed out loud on multiple occasions. I agree it shouldn’t be THAT hard to find good customer service, and not be a dick. What are we doing out here???

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andreon Michael
    United Statesa month ago
  • LISTEN HERE!!

    Ben is so talented with photography and piles on more fun with these podcasts!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sparkle816
    United Statesa month ago

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The host's energy and storytelling keep episodes lively and engaging.
Guests bring diverse perspectives, making conversations fresh and entertaining.
Consistently high entertainment value with a strong sense of authenticity.
People appreciate practical takeaways mixed with humor and vulnerability.
Honest, funny, and easy to relate to — listeners feel like they're in a chat with a friend.

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Talking Points

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Ben Leaving Everything Behind (ft. Ruby)
Q: How did you decide to move to London and start over?
Ruby explains she woke up one morning with a sudden impulse to apply for a visa, left her life in Australia, and accepted a role in London, which transformed her life and opened up new travel opportunities.
We've All Ben Through Trauma (ft. Camryn Watson)
Q: A survivor shares a 14-year-old memory of sexual assault on a booze cruise and asks if they can ever know what really happened or stop the thoughts from haunting them; what guidance would you offer?
Therapy can help rewrite the story to remove shame and blame, using trauma-informed approaches like EMDR to address fragmented memories, while ensuring processing happens in a safe space with professional guidance to prevent re-traumatization.
We've All Ben Through Trauma (ft. Camryn Watson)
Q: What is the best advice you could give someone in the trauma field as a clinical intern pursuing accelerated resolution therapy?
Get hands-on experience through internships that expose you to crisis training and diverse cases; seek opportunities that put you in emotionally charged, real-time situations so you can learn crisis triage and develop practical skills beyond theory.
Connection Has Ben Missing (ft. Melissa Daniels)
Q: First I want you to explain what you're doing and why you started this tour.
Melissa describes The Reset Tour as a six-month journey driving around the country to visit hosts, host potluck dinners, and have conversations about community, connection, and meaning in a divided world. She aims to document and eventually publish or film the experiences, and possibly produce a podcast or short film.
The Charges Have Ben Stacking Up (ft. 4x Felon)
Q: Before we get into the story, tell me about your life now.
The guest describes a close-knit family, weekly dinners, a successful career, and a passion for animals, highlighting a contrast between a good everyday life and the high-stakes legal past.

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Frequently Asked Questions About It's Ben a Week

What is It's Ben a Week about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show blends Texas grit with Hollywood wit through outrageous stories, candid conversations, and unapologetic humor hosted by a barrel racer and photographer. Across episodes, the host chats with friends, fellow entertainers, and recurring guests about personal experiences, current events, relationships, and resilience, always keeping a bold, funny, and unfiltered tone. Notable throughlines include real-life disasters and challenges, dating and relationship dynamics, and candid reflections on fame, mental health, and self-growth, often anchored by entertaining storytelling and sharp humor. The format tends to skew toward relatable life anecdotes, interactive banter, and guest-driven stories that shine a light on human quirks and shared ... more

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1. Marin Ludeman
2. Trevor Donnelly
3. Sherry Finley
4. Jen Kirk
5. Brenda Ramin
6. Melissa Daniels
7. Camryn Watson
8. Bethany Weaver

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