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BEN Talks

by Benjamin Louis

Ben, Ms. Hazel and DuceOG get together every week to discuss the latest in love, sex, relationships, trending topics and social media. We also feature the hottest music from some of the best underground artists out!

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Episodes

  1. BEN Talks (3.28.2019)

    Addy is back in studio and Ben...well Ben never left. But this week we discuss Jussie Smollet getting all charges dropped, Trump no longer facing collusion charges, Cardi B was out here druggin dudes and we conduct the "Florida Man" challenge live on air.

  2. BEN Talks (3.21.2019)

    Addy joins the show all the way from Atlanta and helps Ben discuss, Daniel Caesar's recent comments, elite high schools lack of diversity, New Zealand acts fast after mass shooting and Jess Hilarious racist IG rant.

  3. BEN Talks (3.14.2019)

    Addy is on location at SXSW, Ben discusses Lori Loughlin's college admissions scam, Kim Kardashian fighting for prison reform and Leo Simone drops by to discuss her new music and upcoming projects.

  4. BEN Talks (3.7.2019)

    This week we re-act to the "Leaving Neverland" documentary and the explosive R. Kelly interview with Gail King and Alexis Marie-Wint drops by to discuss her upcoming movie.

  5. BEN Talks (2.28.2019)

    Ben and Addy wrap up a tumultuous Black History Month, the upcoming "Leaving Neverland" documentary and Addy tells us all the cool things she's been working on with her music and her brand "Party Blackly".

  6. BEN Talks (2.21.2019)

    Ben and Addy discuss Colin Kaepernick's settlement with the NFL, Nipsey Hustle's upcoming documentary on Dr. Sebi, Jordyn Woods and Tristan Thompson hooking up? Burberry out here making noose hoodies. Community organizer Karl Kumodzi calls in and Zeyi stops by to talk his newly release EP "Selfless"

  7. BEN Talks (2.14.2019)

    On this week's show Ben and Addy discuss the Grammys, Ben goes off on Kacey Musgrave winning album of the year, Bow Wow gets into a fight with his GF, Jussie Smollet lies catching up to him and Courtney of "Courtney's Corners" drops in to discuss upcoming season.

  8. BEN Talks 2.7.2019

    This week Ben and Addy discuss, Liam Neeson confessions, Bow Wow involved attacked by girlfriend, 21 Savage detained by ICE, the horrible superbowl ratings and J.Lo set to do a Motown tribute at the Grammy's. Author of the "Invisible Empire" Erica Hale calls in to discuss her book and how…

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  9. Brooklyn Bandstand (Kiid Wolfe, Keyz Vango, Neighborhood Sparkz)

    Ben Louis sits down with WARTOWN members, KiidWolfe, Keyz Vango and Neighborhood Sparks and discusses upcoming and current music and trap metal.

  10. BEN Talks (1-24-2019)

    Ben is back from taking a week off and is rejoined by Addy. We discuss Nick Cannon's comments about Travis Scott, Chris Brown in trouble in again. Superbowl performances causing a rift in the black community? Ben loses his mind about people coughing into open air and, rising star Warren Wint…

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  11. BEN Talks 1.10.2018

    Addy of the "So Boom" podcast joins the show to help discuss the aftermath of "Surviving R.Kelly", the death of Jazmine Barnes, the suspicious Ed Buck, the recent government shutdown and "Urinal Talkers"...

  12. BEN Talks 1.3.2019

    In the first show of 2019 Ben addresses the departure of Ms. Hazel and Duce OG. He also discusses the upcoming docuseries "Surviving R.Kelly", Tiffany Haddish's horrible NYE and Chap Stick...

  13. BEN Talks 12.27.2019

    In the final show of the year, Mitch and Jutel join host Ben Louis to talk the biggest stories of 2018 and for the BEN Talks Top 10 songs of 2018.

  14. Interview with DJ Coolhand

    DJ Coolhand comes by and discusses his start as a DJ, how he got his name, working with G-Eazy and more in his sit down with Ben Louis.

  15. Luzion Interview

    Rapper and Actor Luzion comes through to Brooklyn Bandstand and we discuss how he got into music, developing his own style and staying positive.

  16. BEN Talks 10/25/2018 (Solo Charm guest host)

    This week we discuss, bombs being sent to democrats, XXXTentacion confession tapes, Mega Millions jackpot winner and Ashanti only sells 30 concert tickets. Our topic of the day "Toxic Relationships".

  17. BEN Talks 10/18/2018

    This week we recap the BET Awards, discuss "Cornerstore Caroline", Apartment Ally and the NBA season is here. Our topic of the day "Shootin ya shot".

  18. BEN Talks 10/11/2018

    On this week's episode we discuss Fab's recent indictment, migrant children getting put up for adoption, another earthquake hits in Haiti and hurricanes devastate the Carolinas. Our topic of the day "How do you know you're carrying emotional baggage?"

  19. Brooklyn Bandstand Just Keith Interview

    Singer/Songwriter Just Keith stops by and talks, new music, what started his career and future projects.

  20. BEN Talks (10-04-2018)

    Ben, Ms. Hazel and Duce OG discuss the new Presidential Alert System, Mental health in the black community, and Kanye West is at it again. Topic of the day "How has social media changed relationships?"

  21. BEN Talks (09-27-2018)

    Ms. Hazel is back from vacation, and rejoins Ben and Duce OG to discuss Bill Cosby's sentencing, Kanye out of the sunken place? New details emerge in the Bothem Shem Jean murder case and Will Smith celebrates his 50th. Topic of the Day: "When is it too soon to have sex in a new relationship?"

  22. BEN Talks (09-20-2018)

    Ben, Duce OG and special guest host DJ Areitan, discuss Hurricane Florence's impact on the Carolinas, Kings Plaza parking garage fire and Katt Williams the latest to come at Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish. Topic of the Day: "How do you know when your relationship/situationship is over?"

  23. BEN Talks (09-12-2018)

    Ben, Ms. Hazel and Duce OG are back in studio to discuss the success of their live show. The murder of Bothem Shem Jean and Was Serena Williams justified in her exchange with line judge during the US Open. Topic of the Day: "How many sexual partners is too many?"

  24. BEN Talks 9-06-2018

    Ben, Ms. Hazel and Duce OG discuss Colin Kaepernick deal with Nike and its ramifications. Our Topic of the day: "Ladies, How long are you willing to wait to be proposed to?"

  25. BEN Talks 6/07

    Co-host of the "So Boom" podcast Addy comes thru and joins us for the Topic of the day "Why don't girls like nice guys?"

  26. BEN Talks 5/31

    Ben, Ms. Hazel and Duce OG, discuss the latest news and headlines from the week and our topic of the day, "Have you ever had sex with someone ugly?"

  27. BEN Talks 5/24

    Up and coming artist Johnny Petrop stops by to discuss our topic of the day, "If you catch someone cheating on your friend are telling them or keeping quiet?"

  28. BEN Talks 5/17

    Dre Prose drops comes thru and helps us discuss our Topic of the Day, "If a marriage proposal is refused does that mean the relationship is over?"

  29. BEN Talks 5/10

    Dating Coach Charlie Goldie stops in to give his take on the state of dating in 2018, we also discuss dating while struggling financially.

  30. Brooklyn Bandstand 04/03/2018

    Recording artist and co founder of the Midnight Dream Collective .Atlas along with fellow Midnight Dream Collective member Simphony join Ben in studio to discuss music and creating one of the hottest new brands in New York City.

  31. BEN Talks 3/29/2018

    This week we discuss the police officer who shot and killed Alton Sterling walking away free. Our Topic of the Day: Should it matter if woman makes more than a man? Also music by TruStory, JelaniOnTime, Blu Hundreds, Nick Water, Vee, F3, Johnny Petrop, EQ Lyrics, Michael From the East, Ashlee and...

  32. BEN Talks 3/22/2018

    This week we discuss the controversial shooting of another unarmed black man by the name of Stephon Clark, who was gunned down after police mistook his cell phone for a weapon. Our Topic of the Day: Can a relationship go back to exactly how it was after one partner cheats? Also we have music by...

  33. BEN Talks 3/15/2018 (RIP Craig Mack)

    On this episode we discuss the tragic passing of legendary rapper Craig Mack. Our Topic of the Day: Is there a hoe phase in life? When is it acceptable? Balloon Popperz debuts a brand new mix!

  34. BEN Talks 03/08/2018

    HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMAN'S DAY! Our Topic of the Day "How long should you wait to start dating again after your relationship ends?" We recap the Oscars and Ben goes off about the people hating on Kobe Bryant's oscar.

  35. BEN Talks 03/01/2018

    Ben, Ms.Hazel and Duce OG discuss the latest in the trending topics. Our topic of the day "Could you be in a polyamourous relationship?" Ben tells you why James Harden is the best player in the world.

  36. BEN Talks 2/15/2018

    Ben, Ms. Hazel and Duce OG discuss the recent school shooting in Florida, What the heck is Palimony? And Nelly is once again, under criminal investigation.

  37. BEN Talks 2/22/2018

    CoCoNellz joins the crew of BEN Talks this week. Topic of the Day: Can friends have sex and keep it on that friendship level?

  38. BEN Talks 02/01/2018

    Ben, Ms. Hazel and Duce discuss the weeks trending topics. Quincy Jones has 22 Girlfriends? This weeks topic of the day "Baby Mamaz vs Baby Farrrvahs" and the return of "Ask Ms. Hazel"

  39. BEN Talks 01/25/2018 (featuring Ashlee)

    THE EAGLES ARE IN THE SUPERBOWL! We also discuss trending topics; Ben, Duce and Ms. Hazel make a little wager on the Superbowl. Singer/Songwriter Ashlee stops by and discusses all things from music to love and relationships!

  40. BEN Talks 01/18/2018

    Ben, Ms. Hazel and Duce discuss trending topics. Our topic of the day this week: "Do women REALLY care if their man is happy in the relationship?"

  41. BEN Talks 01/11/2018

    Ben, Duce and Ms. Hazel discuss the H&M scandal, Oprah possibly running for president? This weeks topic of the day "Are men turned off by a woman who is too independent?"

  42. BEN Talks 01/04/2018

    Ben, Duce and Ms. Hazel recap how they brought in the new year. We discuss current events and our topic of the day "Once a cheater, always a cheater?" Also Ms. Hazel tells us what to do after sex.

  43. BEN Talks 12/28

    On this jam packed episode of BEN Talks Ben, Ms. Hazel and Duce get together for the last time in 2017 and recap our holiday. We also discuss the Arizona man who killed his family on Christmas, the Young woman who was murdered while 8-months pregnant, Trump being racist...AGAIN! We also discuss…

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  44. BEN Talks 12/21

    Ben, Ms. Hazel and Duce give out Holiday shopping tips. One of our lucky callers wins a $50.00 gift card. Our topic of the day "Is a relationship always 50/50?" And don't miss Ask Ms. Hazel and Cognac Confessions.

  45. BEN Talks 12/14

    Ben, Ms.Hazel, and Duce discuss, yet another young child committing suicide, Keaton Jones and his scamming ass mom, Duce's Birthday. We also discuss, relationship rules, Ask Ms.Hazel, Cognac Confessions and Words of Motivation.

  46. BEN Talks 12/07

    Ben, Ms.Hazel and Duce discuss the dangers of bullying and how it led to the suicide deaths of two young girls. We also take callers for our Topic of the day, Ask Ms.Hazel and Cognac Confessions.

  47. BEN Talks 11/30

    Ben, Ms. Hazel and Duce return from Thanksgiving break to discuss Trump once again trying to get rid of immigrants, Cyntoia Brown case and we take callers for our Topic of the day, Ask Ms.Hazel and Cognac Confessions.

  48. BEN Talks 10/09

    BEN Talks...Doing Cocaine At Work, Mike Pence, Trump Visits Puerto Rico, Cam Newton, LaVar Ball, Odell Beckham Jr.

  49. BEN Talks 9/25

    BEN Talks...Donald Trump, Internet Challenges, Kevin Hart Scandal, Nostalgia, Good-Bye Carmelo Anthony

  50. BEN Talks 10/02

    BEN Talks...Donald Trump, BUllying, Protesting in sports, Coons and Uncle Toms and Funerals on Instagram

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Ben, Ms. Hazel and DuceOG get together every week to discuss the latest in love, sex, relationships, trending topics and social media. We also feature the hottest music from some of the best underground artists out!

HOSTED BY

Benjamin Louis

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Ben, Ms. Hazel and DuceOG get together every week to discuss the latest in love, sex, relationships, trending topics and social media. We also feature the hottest music from some of the best underground artists out!

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