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The Fifth Hour with Ben Maller

Fox Sports Radio and iHeartPodcasts
NFL
College Football
Benny Vs. the Penny
Los Angeles Dodgers
NBA
Super Bowl
Las Vegas
Major League Baseball
Valentine's Day
Fox Sports Radio
California
Fast Food
Costco
Podcasting
Dodgers
Vancouver
Social Media
Geno Smith
Hulk Hogan
Cincinnati

Making the leap from radio to digital is now a reality for Ben Maller as he does it right before your eyes. The overnight host on FOX Sports Radio is double-dipping by featuring a weekly podcast with unique content and entertaining guests that can not be heard on his radio show. Not your garden-variety sports podcast, Ben mucks it up in a way that's not safe for work, but is sure to entertain. Fro... more

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Latest Episodes

Ben Maller has Mail Bag fun for your Sunday! Ben teams up with Maller Militia legend Justin in Cincinnati for the Sunday Mailbag on the Fifth Hour podcast. The guys go coast-to-coast—and beyond—answering listener questions with their signature mix of... more

Ben returns to the audio sweatshop for a special Saturday edition of the Fifth Hour. He previews the upcoming Boston Maller Meet-and-Greet—May 8 after the Red Sox game and May 9 in Worcester after the WooSox. Ben explains how he became “Middle Seat M... more

A global exclusive on The Fifth Hour with Ben Maller! Buckle up as Ben takes you on a wild, behind-the-scenes ride through his journey to Cincinnati for the massive Maller Meet & Greet in Newport, Kentucky. From travel tales to surreal moments that f... more

Ben Maller unloads the full arsenal on the Sunday Mailbag, delivering haymakers and body blows with zero days off. From internship advice you probably shouldn’t follow, to the legend of cocaine-powered salmon, to ice cream that tastes like it swam up... more

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Recent Guests

Robbie the Mariner fan
Senior member of the Maller Militia and regular guest on The Fifth Hour
Maller Militia
Episode: The Fifth Hour: RobbieMarinersFan Mail Bag
Buckeye Benny
Guest on episode introducing Buckeye Benny and the phrase of the week
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Buckeye Benny
Jim Gray
Renowned sports broadcaster and journalist
Hall of Excellence
Episode: The Fifth Hour: SB Row with Danny G, Jim Gray!
Shawne Merriman
Former NFL player and defensive rookie of the year
Lights Out Extreme Fight
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Media Row with Shawne Merriman!
Ohio Owl
Songwriter and member of the Maller Militia
Episode: The Fifth Hour: People Are Strange
Moving Man Matt
A dedicated listener and truck driver who travels across the country with his dog Louis.
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Maller Road Warriors
Nawab Shafat Ali Khan
Famous Tiger Hunter from India
Episode: The Fifth Hour: A Winning Aura
Julie Talbot
President of the company that owns the podcast network
iHeartMedia
Episode: The Fifth Hour: A Winning Aura
Jeff Intempi
Former Balderdash contestant and casino worker
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Chasing Down a Canadian

Hosts

Ben Maller
Host of The Fifth Hour; long-time radio personality with FOX Sports Radio.
Danny G
Co-Host of The Fifth Hour; known for quick humor and banter.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 505 ratings
  • Great Show!

    Maller and Danny G have great chemistry and keep me entertained...unless they don’t

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrewFromKU
    United States2 months ago
  • FIVE STAR! FIVE STAR! FIVE STAR!

    If you need sports takes you have not heard, or just hear about a man who takes 90 minute showers and misses the bus to a professional sports event this is your show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    White Conner
    United States5 months ago
  • 5th hour

    Big ben and Danny G are 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Landscaper shorty
    United States7 months ago
  • 24/7

    Ben and Danny G! You guys bring so much joy to my ears each weekend. Idk how you guys just keep going and going every week non stop with your radio shows and weekend podcasts and just deliver such greatness. 5 stars as always. Ben I loved getting to meet you at the KC meet and greet at the Landing and hope we can do it again soon! Also 5 stars to the Ben Maller Chicken Fingers as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lawson the Radiator Builder
    United Statesa year ago
  • 4 hrs must not be enough.

    I call myself a "PC" listener. Podcasts. I'm on the dreaded day shift (but love the sleep pattern)

    I started listening to the Ben Maller SHOW live just before his '09 vacation and got hooked upon his return. And here I am...5th HR!

    I chase that with a 5Hr Energy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thru-Way Nick
    United Statesa year ago

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The show's humor and chemistry come through; fans cite strong banter and memorable bits.
Overall, hosts feel like a comfortable, funny duo who mix sports with lifestyle topics well.
Listeners appreciate the casual, offbeat take on news and culture, plus guest energy on occasional episodes.

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The Fifth Hour: Terry In England Mail Bag
Q: What's your take on the NFL playing games in London and the local response?
Terry notes that while there is interest, the crowds in London are more of a novelty factor than a sustained attendance, with tribal sports loyalties remaining strong and not easily shifting to new teams.
The Fifth Hour: Terry In England Mail Bag
Q: Terry, how did you first discover the show and what keeps you listening all these years?
Terry explains he started in early 2017 while searching for American sports content in the U.K., and has not missed a single hour since, citing the show's unique mix of sports, culture, and humor as the draw.
The Fifth Hour: SB Row with Danny G, Jim Gray!
Q: What is your prediction for the Super Bowl?
Jim Gray predicts that Seattle would win six out of ten matchups against their opponent.
The Fifth Hour: "Tight Like Rogan" Mail Bag
Q: Is anything you have to pay for a sign of a good hustle?
Definitely, we all don't want to pay to get nominated.
The Fifth Hour: "Tight Like Rogan" Mail Bag
Q: What happened to the phrase of the week and back scratcher?
It wasn't intentional, it just ran its course.

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A fast-paced, humor-forward show that blends sports commentary with offbeat topics, pop culture, and occasional political takes. Listeners can expect brisk banter, personal anecdotes, and quick-fire segments that range from food and travel to AI curiosities and current events. The hosts foster a loose, no-holds-barred vibe, often skewering the day's headlines with sarcasm and sharp observations, which makes it ideal for drive-time listeners who want sports insight served with entertainment and personality. A standout is the emphasis on lighthearted, everyday stories alongside topical debates, creating a signature mix that's equal parts sports show and late-night talk feel.

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1. The Ben Maller Show
2. 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe
3. The Dan Patrick Show
4. The Charlie Kirk Show
5. The Odd Couple with Rob Parker & Kelvin Washington

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1. Robbie the Mariner fan
2. Buckeye Benny
3. Jim Gray
4. Shawne Merriman
5. Ohio Owl
6. Moving Man Matt
7. Nawab Shafat Ali Khan
8. Julie Talbot

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