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The Ben Phelps Show

by Ben Phelps

Welcome to THE BEN PHELPS SHOW, the master feed that brings all of my podcasts under one umbrella! Join me as I chat with regular co-hosts about a range of topics in popular culture. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, always honest. In WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip, we make unsophisticated predictions about recent headline events. Everyone’s an armchair expert!In TWIN MOVIES with Ben and Gabe, we look at the phenomenon where Hollywood makes two films based on the same idea. How did this happen? Which movie did it better? What would make a great sequel? In BREAKING IN with Ben Phelps, I interview acclaimed filmmakers to uncover the fascinating stories behind the making of their first film.

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Episodes

  1. Too Casual Friday | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss the danger of dressing too casual on Friday, the fashion crime of deck shoes and the logic behind flavoured alcoholic spirits. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon....

  2. Hipster Bikes and Social Ratings | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss why hipsters ride fixie bikes, washing line offences and an app to reward common courtesy. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon. CREDITS – ‘Keep on Trying’ by Andrew...

  3. No Good Parking | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss the unique business model of Hollywood, parking rage and windscreen sticker sloths. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon. CREDITS – ‘Keep on Trying’ by Andrew Applepie…

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  4. We Balk at Corporate Talk | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss annoying corporate buzz words, the joy of unsubscribing from emails and creating a minimal wardrobe. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon. CREDITS – ‘Keep on Trying’…

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  5. Getting Personalised and Customised | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss personalised licence plates, the legacy of Avril Lavigne and tartan skirt tattoos. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon. CREDITS – ‘Keep on Trying’ by Andrew Applepie…

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  6. Mark Wahlberg’s Insane Daily Routine | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss the practical reality of sticking with the crazy daily schedule of Mark Wahlberg and the evolving career of Tom Cruise. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon. CREDITS –...

  7. Saving Earth Before Trashing Mars | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss if it’s easier to save Earth before colonising Mars, the politics of accent appropriation and the career of Hugh Jackman. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon. CREDITS…

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  8. Craft Beer and Fashion Victims | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss the politics of craft beer, the practicality of ballet shoes and bizarre fashion trends. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon. CREDITS – ‘Keep on Trying’ by Andrew...

  9. Show Me the Podcast Money | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss documentary-style advertising on podcasts, hipster advertising and electric cars. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon. CREDITS – ‘Keep on Trying’ by Andrew Applepie |...

  10. Social Media Gone Wild | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss how the rise of public outrage on social media platforms will kill the golden goose. And why doctors insist on being called ‘doctor’ on planes! If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram…

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  11. Back to the Future of Van Life | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we debate if too much nostalgia can lead to regrets and the reality of middle-age blokes uprooting their lives to embrace sexy #VanLife. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon....

  12. Budget Dating and the Minimalist Dress Code | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, we discuss the financial advice of THE BAREFOOT INVESTOR, dating apps for beginners and creating the perfect outfit for a minimalist. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and Patreon.…

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  13. Whiskey and Never Frisky on Ice | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss the nuances of whiskey, lighting design, the hazard of lame comedy in the workplace and the future of the superhero movie genre. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter and...

  14. How Modern Musicians Make Money | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss how Taylor Swift releases music, musicians make money from casinos and the death of Napster led to the birth of iTunes. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter & Patreon.…

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  15. Planes, Trains and Elon Musk | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss how flamboyant entrepreneurs, like Elon Musk, can revolutionise public transport. And the Freudian sexuality of the burger scene in PULP FICTION! If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube…

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  16. 3D Printed Meat and Veggies | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss some big predictions from a reputed technological prophet, from mood apps to 3D printed meat. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter & Patreon. CREDITS – ‘Keep on Trying’ by...

  17. You’ve Got Email Fail | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss email etiquette, the pitfalls of small talk and the pros n’ cons of DIY coffee. If you wanna discuss this episode or anything else, I’m ‘BenPhelps’ on Youtube, Instagram, Twitter & Patreon. CREDITS – ‘Keep on Trying’ by Andrew Applepie…

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  18. We’re 40 Year Old Olympians | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss how a 40 year old could qualify for the next Olympics. They also have some controversial opinions about which Olympic sports should be axed. Ouch! GOT SOMETHING TO ADD? I love sharing stories and fostering discussion. So please reach…

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  19. Revheads and Rude Rubbish | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss how to dilute Australia’s obsession with cars, how to overcome the bad reputation of rental bikes and the psychology of people who dump dog poo in their neighbour’s rubbish bin. GOT SOMETHING TO ADD? I love sharing stories and…

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  20. Litter and Fitter | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss hangover cures, air travel nightmares, the case for doughnut breaks and mysteries of the human nose. And sorry for Ben’s lisp! He’s had a bad cold and some painful dental work! GOT SOMETHING TO ADD?I love sharing stories and fostering...

  21. Mind Your Smartphone Manners | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss how artificial intelligence is wiping out lawyers, what makes them grumpy about smartphone addiction and rewatching SEINFELD 20 years after it finished.

  22. Emojis vs Thermomix Movie | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss the prevalence of emojis, establishing an international standard for emojis, the existence of THE EMOJI MOVIE and the next absurd intellectual property that Hollywood may adapt.

  23. Astro Boy and Movie Fights | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss classic Japanese cartoons, the weirdness of BANANAMAN, how to avoid Christmas with your family and the hassles of watching movies at the cinema.

  24. When Wearable Tech is Unwearable | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss smartwatches, other wearable technology and the mystery of Snapchat.

  25. Toilet Pet Peeves and FU Money | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss toilet pet peeves, what we’d do if we had FU money, how bands continue to play the same songs all the time and the social faux pa of misremembering music lyrics. LINKS Investor Mark Cuban on Wikipedia...

  26. How to Fix Baywatch, Concerts and Live Sport | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss good bartending, rebooting BAYWATCH as a serious TV drama, reinventing music concerts, fixing live sport on TV and solving American politics with birthday cards. Yep, they’ve tried to solve the entire world’s problems.

  27. Branding Beer and Rebranding Pepsi with Beyonce | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    In this week’s segment of WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, the guys discuss happy hour conspiracies, rebranding modern pubs, plain packaging for beer and rebranding Pepsi after the poor reception of the Kendall Jenner commercial. LINKS Pepsi commercial featuring Kendall Jenner Heineken commercial – WORLD’S…

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  28. Being Tom Hiddleston, Saving Nicolas Cage | WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip

    Welcome to a new podcast where Ben chats with regular co-hosts and guests about a range of topics, mainly centred around pop culture. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, always honest. In WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben & Philip, the hosts pull out their crystal ball to make amusing predictions about...

  29. Ep 10, Season 1 – THE BICAMERAL MIND – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Ben and Wade finally find the centre of the maze in THE BICAMERAL MIND, Episode 10 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD. In particular, we chat about: Does Dr Ford’s plan make sense? The feeling of satisfaction, and letdown, when predictions come true. Jimmy Simpson’s mole. Is Charlotte...

  30. Ep 9, Season 1 – THE WELL-TEMPERED CLAVIER – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Ben and Wade reach a new level of consciousness as they assess THE WELL-TEMPERED CLAVIER, Episode 9 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD. In particular, we chat about: How much inspiration did Dr Ford take from Arnold when he created his new colleague? The connection between WESTWORLD and...

  31. Ep 8, Season 1 – TRACE DECAY – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Ben and Wade move forward with clear eyes as they recap TRACE DECAY, Episode 8 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD. In particular, we chat about: How did Maeve become ‘The Host Whisperer’? Felix and Sylvester would be at home in the film, DUMB AND DUMBER. How Lili Simons, the ‘new’...

  32. Ep 7, Season 1 – TROMPE L’OEIL – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Ben and Wade assess how their fan theories hold up to the huge revelations that unfolded in TROMPE L’OEIL, Episode 7 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD. In particular, we chat about: The legacy of bad acting in BASIC INSTINCT 2. Where have been right, and wrong, with our predictions? Dr…

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  33. Ep 6, Season 1 – THE ADVERSARY – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Ben and Wade campaign for the Maeve Fan Club and dissect THE ADVERSARY, Episode 6 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD. In particular, we chat about: A new YouTube video lends more weight to the theory that we’re watching different timelines. What type of maze are we talking about? Literal,...

  34. Ep 5, Season 1 – CONTRAPASSO – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Ben and Wade go for a deep dive into CONTRAPASSO, Episode 5 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD. In particular, we chat about: The two-timeline theory The link between William and The Man in Black… again! What questions are being asked in WESTWORLD that relates to our real life in the…

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  35. Ep 4, Season 1 – DISSONANCE THEORY – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Ben and Wade suffer a memory glitch when they recap DISSONANCE THEORY, Episode 4 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD. In particular, we chat about: Does speculation ruin the viewing experience? The perils of Westworld Performance Anxiety. Are we any closer to knowing who Arnold is/was? What...

  36. Ep 3, Season 1 – THE STRAY – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Ben and Wade tumble down a rabbit hole of fan theories as they decode THE STRAY, Episode 3 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD. In particular, we chat about: – What Kenny from SOUTH PARK and Teddy have in common. Let’s call it WEST PARK. Or SOUTH WORLD. – Where is WESTWORLD based? – Our...

  37. Ep 2, Season 1 – CHESTNUT – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Ben and Wade wake up in a cold sweat after watching CHESTNUT, Episode 2 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD. In particular, we discuss: – WESTWORLD would be an awesome location for a Bucks Night! – Is The Man in Black a human or android? – Is The Man in Black related to Dr Ford? – How Dr…

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  38. Ep 1, Season 1 – THE ORIGINAL – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Ben and Wade load up their six shooters and ride into town to watch THE ORIGINAL, Episode 1 of Season 1 in HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD. In particular, we chat about: – How good was the original 1973 film version? – Was James Cameron inspired by the film when he created THE TERMINATOR? – Why…

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  39. Season 1 Preview – Westworld with Ben and Wade

    Saddle up! Ben and Wade are big fans of Science Fiction and Westerns. So HBO’s TV series, WESTWORLD, was engineered for our viewing pleasure! In this debut podcast episode we discuss the trailers, marketing and hype leading up to the series premiere. Plus a few predictions for what’s ahead in...

  40. 12 – The Legend of Ben Hall with Director Matthew Holmes

    Director Matthew Holmes Writer/Director/Producer Matthew Holmes joins me in Episode 12 to discuss his feature film, THE LEGEND OF BEN HALL. It’s a microbudget biography about an Australian anti-hero who’s as mythical as American outlaw, Jesse James. Working within the Western genre, Matthew’s…

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  41. 11 – Zombies of Wyrmwood with Kiah Roache-Turner

    Screenwriter/Director Kiah Roache-Turner Screenwriter/Director, Kiah Roache-Turner, joins me in Episode 11 to discuss his debut feature film, WYRMWOOD: ROAD OF THE DEAD. It’s a zombie movie with a difference. Think MAD MAX meets DAWN OF THE DEAD! In particular, we chat about: Learning how to be a...

  42. 10 – From Joey to Hollywood with Screenwriter Stuart Beattie

    Screenwriter/Director Stuart Beattie Screenwriter/Director, Stuart Beattie, joins me in Episode 10 to discuss his journey from a little Australian film, JOEY, to big Hollywood movies like PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN and COLLATERAL, then back on home soil with AUSTRALIA, TOMORROW WHEN THE WAR BEGAN…

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  43. 9 – Time Lapse with Bradley King and BP Cooper: Part 2

    Writer/Director Bradley King and Writer/Producer BP Cooper join me again in Episode 9 for Part 2 of a discussion about their break out feature film, TIME LAPSE. A really fun chat! Bradley King – Writer/Director Hailing from Los Alamos, New Mexico, Bradley studied animation at the Colorado…

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  44. 8 – Time Lapse with Bradley King and BP Cooper: Part 1

    Writer/Director, Bradley King, and Writer/Producer, BP Cooper, join me in Episode 8 for Part 1 of a discussion about their break out feature film, TIME LAPSE. Writer/Director Bradley King Bradley King – Writer/Director Hailing from Los Alamos, New Mexico, Bradley studied animation at the Colorado...

  45. 7 – From Tropfest to Los Angeles with Duane Fogwell: Part 1

    Director/Editor Duane Fogwell Duane Fogwell joins me for Part 1 of a discussion about making the step from Tropfest to Los Angeles. Duane is an award-winning film and television Director/Editor who grew up in Canberra. After being short-listed for ABC TV’s RACE AROUND THE WORLD at the age of 18,...

  46. 6 – Crushed with Director Megan Riakos

    Writer/Director Megan Riakos joins me in Episode 6 to discuss her debut feature film, Crushed. In particular, we chat about: The importance of calling yourself a ‘director’ and living as one. The value of film school. Dealing with rejection. Writing within the thriller genre. The inspiration…

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  47. 5 – Budget Busting with Tait Brady

    Producer Tait Brady joins me in Episode 5 to begin an ongoing conversation about budgeting and financing an independent film in today’s climate. In particular, we chat about: No Budget vs Microbudget vs Low Budget. Terms are relative. What type of budget do those terms refer to? An independent…

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  48. 4 – Control Room with Gabriel Dowrick

    Control Room teaser poster Screenwriters Ben Phelps and Gabe Dowrick Back by popular demand! Co-screenwriter and editor, Gabriel Dowrick, joins me in Episode 4. We discuss: How we transform our ideas into screenplays. How we work as a screenwriting team. Our individual writing schedules. Why it’s...

  49. 3 – Producing with Tait Brady

    Producer Tait Brady Big news! I’m thrilled to announce that Producer Tait Brady has joined our film. Woohoo! Tait joins me as a special guest in Episode 3 of the podcast. Tait has a diverse career in the Australian film industry including 9 years as Director of the Melbourne International Film...

  50. 2 – Screenwriting with Gabriel Dowrick

    Gabe meets action actor, Tony Jaa In Episode 2 I’m joined by a special guest, Gabriel Dowrick. Gabe has been fortunate to work successfully as both a Screenwriter and Editor. His produced feature writing credits include SKIN TRADE, an American/Thai co-production starring Dolph Lundgren, Tony Jaa...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to THE BEN PHELPS SHOW, the master feed that brings all of my podcasts under one umbrella! Join me as I chat with regular co-hosts about a range of topics in popular culture. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, always honest. In WHAT HAPPENS NEXT with Ben and Philip, we make unsophisticated predictions about recent headline events. Everyone’s an armchair expert!In TWIN MOVIES with Ben and Gabe, we look at the phenomenon where Hollywood makes two films based on the same idea. How did this happen? Which movie did it better? What would make a great sequel? In BREAKING IN with Ben Phelps, I interview acclaimed filmmakers to uncover the fascinating stories behind the making of their first film.

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