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The Fifth Hour with Ben Maller

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

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

The Sunday Mailbag goes completely off the rails as Ben Maller teams up with legendary musician, composer, world traveler, former Marine, and longtime Maller Militia member J-Scoop for a wild ride through listener-generated chaos. From weight-loss wo... more

What do a touchdown, a dinger, and a game-winning basket have in common? The clap! On this Saturday edition of the Fifth Hour Podcast, Ben Maller explores the strange origins of clapping and how this universal tradition has evolved over time. Plus, a... more

On the kickoff to the weekend edition of the Fifth Hour, Ben Maller pulls back the curtain and shares more tales from behind the microphone. The hype machine for the 2026 World Cup has reached Animaniacs-level absurdity, and Ben is here to separate f... more

On the Fifth Hour, Mike the Leprechaun — the only known human walking the planet with a permanent Ben Maller Show tattoo — drops by the remote studio for a Sunday Funday verbal workout in the audio sweatshop. The boys crack open a jam-packed mailbag ... more

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Recent Guests

Mike the Leprechaun
Special guest on The Fifth Hour Mailbag episode
Reportedly part of the show's celebrity lineup on Mailbag segments
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Mike The Leprechaun Mail Bag!
Hollaring James
Regular caller featured as a guest picker
Mallard Militia
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Robin Hood Maller
Manuel in Gardena
Longtime radio caller and part of the Mallard Militia
Mallard Militia
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Robin Hood Maller
Andrew in Boston
Caller with high energy and allergy-related humor
Mallard Militia
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Robin Hood Maller
Marcel in Brooklyn
GOAT caller known for strong opinions and comedy
Mallard Militia
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Robin Hood Maller
Niko from Vancouver
Friend of the show joining from Vancouver
Fan/Guest of the show
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Niko from Vancouver Mail Bag!
Justin in Cincinnati
Guest on The Fifth Hour Mailbag episode
Episode: The Fifth Hour: Justin in Cincinnati Mail Bag
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
Eddie Garcia
Radio colleague; scheduled to stop by
Fox Sports Radio
Episode: The Fifth Hour: "Running Free, with Fences" Mail Bag

Host

Ben Maller
Host of The Fifth Hour with a long-running radio veteran background; known for quick-fire banter, humor, and storytelling.

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 States3 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 States6 months ago
  • 5th hour

    Big ben and Danny G are 10/10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Landscaper shorty
    United States8 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

Listeners Say

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- Audiences appreciate long-running bits and authentic storytelling.
- Fans praise chemistry and entertaining banter between hosts.
- Listeners love the energy and variety of topics from sports to pop culture.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Fifth Hour: Niko from Vancouver Mail Bag!
Q: What's your take on the World Cup plans for a halftime show?
Ben is curious about how a World Cup halftime show would work within the soccer format, noting the novelty and potential for big-name performances and storytelling around the event.
The Fifth Hour: Niko from Vancouver Mail Bag!
Q: What do you think about the Netflix Texas lawsuit claim that Netflix spies on viewers?
Ben reiterates skepticism about the spying label, arguing that data-driven recommendations are standard in the industry and that the core business relies on tracking viewing tendencies to optimize engagement.
The Fifth Hour: Niko from Vancouver Mail Bag!
Q: Do you feel victimized by Netflix?
Ben discusses that while Netflix and similar services monitor viewing habits, it's a byproduct of the business model and not surprising in the digital age; he also notes that all users are effectively the product regardless of payment model.
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.

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A bold, personality-driven show mixing sports banter with offbeat pop culture, travel stories, and behind-the-scenes radio anecdotes. Listeners can expect quick-fire debates, personal anecdotes from road trips and meetups, and riffs on technology, AI, and media. The format blends humor with long-form storytelling, often featuring audience interaction and guest banter that leans edgy and entertaining, making it a good fit for brands seeking a candid, engagement-forward sports-and-lifestyle audience. A standout is the host's irreverent, no-holds-barred style and the close-knit listener community built around live events and long-running bits.

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1. The Ben Maller Show
2. 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe
3. Petros And Money
4. The Dan Patrick Show
5. The Bill Simmons Podcast

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Recent guests on The Fifth Hour include:

1. Mike the Leprechaun
2. Hollaring James
3. Manuel in Gardena
4. Andrew in Boston
5. Marcel in Brooklyn
6. Niko from Vancouver
7. Justin in Cincinnati
8. Robbie the Mariner fan

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