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It's Ben a Week — Unfiltered Comedy Podcast with Ben McDonnell

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It's Ben a Week
New Episode Every Week
Texas Grit · Hollywood Wit
Barrel Racing · Photography · Chaos
Unfiltered · Unpredictable · Unforgettable
It's Ben a Week
New Episode Every Week
Texas Grit · Hollywood Wit
Barrel Racing · Photography · Chaos
Unfiltered · Unpredictable · Unforgettable
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It's Ben a Week Podcast

An unfiltered, bold, and hilariously unpredictable podcast where Texas grit meets Hollywood wit. Hosted by actor, barrel racer, and photographer Ben McDonnell.

Ben McDonnell
The Host

BEN
McDONNELL

Professional actor, barrel racer, and top-tier photographer who's never afraid to live life boldly. From the bright lights of Los Angeles to the rugged charm of his Texas ranch — Ben's life is a wild ride full of hilarious misadventures and unfiltered truths.

Known for his quick wit and larger-than-life personality, Ben brings humor, heart, and a touch of chaos to everything he does. One laugh, one jaw-dropping story, and one unforgettable guest at a time.

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      BEN
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      "From the bright lights of LA to the rugged charm of a Texas ranch — one man, two worlds, zero filter."

      Ben McDonnell grew up straddling two completely different worlds. On one side: the polished, high-stakes world of Los Angeles acting. On the other: rodeo arenas, barrel racing, horses, and the wide-open spaces of rural Texas. Most people pick a lane. Ben drives across both at full speed.

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      THE BEN
      STORY

      Early Life
      Grew up with a love for horses, performance, and telling stories that were probably way too long for the situation.
      Los Angeles
      Moved to LA to pursue acting. Started shooting professional headshots. Got very good at both. Met famous people. Photographed more famous people.
      Texas Ranch Life
      Kept the ranch. Kept competing in barrel racing. The juxtaposition of rodeo arena weekends and Hollywood weekdays became his whole brand — and his best material.
      2024 — The Podcast
      Launched "It's Ben a Week" — one episode per week, zero filters, with guests ranging from Bravo network execs to four-time felons.
      2025–Now
      Season 2. 27+ episodes, bigger guests, wilder stories, a possum named Jeff who got 3 million views, and no signs of slowing down.
      "Known for his quick wit and larger-than-life personality."

      Whether he's wrangling horses, capturing perfect headshots for A-list clients, navigating the drama of Television, or just trying to figure out why there are always so many people walking barefoot in airports — Ben's stories are as captivating as they are outrageous.

      Now with "It's Ben a Week," Ben invites listeners into his world — one laugh, one jaw-dropping story, and one unforgettable guest at a time. The show covers everything from trauma therapy and the justice system to Hannah Montana anniversaries and Olympic figure skating meltdowns.

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