EP. 59 "Breakfast with Ben"....Birthdays! Birthdays! Birthdays!

Send us Fan MailHow 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. From the nostalgic tale of Jake’s C-section birth on my 22nd birthday to our beloved tradition of homemade tacos, this episode brims with heartfelt family memories. Don’t miss out on the heartwarming details, and make sure you’re subscribed so you can keep up with all our latest content.In "Global Chatter," we dive into the profound themes of George Orwell's "Animal Farm" and highlight the daring 1978 transatlantic balloon flight by the Double Eagle II crew. We also discuss the earth-shattering 1999 Izmit quake in Turkey, and the relentless tremors that shake Southern California. To add a global perspective, a listener from the Philippines joins us to chat about natural disasters and their regional impacts. We wrap up this segment with birthday wishes and celebrate the podcast's international listeners.Remembering the legacies of Greg Kihn and Jack Russell, we pay tribute to their incredible contributions to music. From Greg Kihn's hit songs and inventive album titles to Jack Russell's enduring career despite numerous challenges, their stories are both inspiring and poignant. We also share personal updates, including my niece Anita's health journey and my resilient friend Eddie’s uplifting spirit in the face of terminal cancer. This episode is a blend of celebration, reflection, and heartfelt connection that you won’t want to miss.#tellyourstory #familymatters #thebenmaynardprogram #podcast #superman #cancersucks #lovetoeddie #livertransplant #lovetoanita #bithdaycelebration #newsubscribers  Support the showThanks for listening! Follow me on Instagram: benmaynardprogram and subscribe to my YouTube channel: THE BEN MAYNARD PROGRAMI also welcome your comments. email: [email protected]