I Almost Died With BENOFTHEWEEK
Comedy
YouTube Star BENOFTHEWEEK presents a brand-new podcast, I Almost Died! Each week, Ben (and maybe a guest or 2) talk about a near-death experience and how they were able to not die. Ben and other familiar faces from YouTube and Instagram talk about falls from high cliffs, out-of-control motorcycles, bus accidents, and anything else that involves this world trying to kill you! Ben will also read fan-submitted stories about times you had a close-call with not being alive. Try to live long enough to check out "I Almost Died" every Wednesday!
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Location:
United States
Genres:
Comedy
Description:
YouTube Star BENOFTHEWEEK presents a brand-new podcast, I Almost Died! Each week, Ben (and maybe a guest or 2) talk about a near-death experience and how they were able to not die. Ben and other familiar faces from YouTube and Instagram talk about falls from high cliffs, out-of-control motorcycles, bus accidents, and anything else that involves this world trying to kill you! Ben will also read fan-submitted stories about times you had a close-call with not being alive. Try to live long enough to check out "I Almost Died" every Wednesday! We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4 For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us.com Privacy Policy: https://www.studio71.com/terms-and-conditions-use/#Privacy%20Policy
Language:
English
Episodes
Ben Was Almost Scammed And Beat Up
8/4/2021
Be careful out there! Ben talks about the time some sketchy people with brass knuckles tried to scam Ben into thinking he hit their car and demanded they give him money. So how did he get out of it? By coming up with a fantastic lie (thanks to YouTube) and speeding out of there. Plus, Ben does his best "redneck Canadian" accent and how he pretends to be insane near strangers.
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Duration:00:34:02
Ben Almost Got Kidnapped by Playing Pokemon Go
7/28/2021
We take you back to 2016 when Pokemon Go was the hottest app and Ben was a full-on PG addict. This week, Ben tells the thrilling story of when he was out catching pocket monsters and was being stalked by a mysterious creep in a truck. And spoiler alert, Ben is still playing Pokemon Go.
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Duration:00:32:21
Ben's Roommate's Pitbull Tried To Eat Him
7/21/2021
Before you get mad, Ben loves dogs. But this week, Ben discusses the time his friend's dog treated Ben like lunch. Ben talks about the dog's long-standing behavioral issues, how the dog had previously attacked a homeless man, and reminds everyone how important it is to train your pets. Plus, Ben explains why he would never clone his dog (which is a real thing!)
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Duration:00:32:28
Ben Recaps His Crazy Random Paris Trip
7/14/2021
Ben is back and is jetlagged! This week, Ben details all his crazy events he experienced while in Paris, France on a recent solo trip. From getting pooped on almost immediately to having someone try to rob him of his luggage, Ben barely escaped death yet again, but this time alone in Europe. Plus, argues with a bird live on the podcast.
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Duration:00:31:28
Ben's Impromptu Trip to Paris
7/7/2021
Late one night, Ben bought a ticket to Paris and it was too late to cancel. So by the time you're listening to this, Ben will be eating baguettes and visiting the Eiffel Tower (and hopefully not having a near-death experience this time) completely by himself. Plus, Ben predicts what his trip to Paris will entail (without knowing any French) and takes suggestions for the next country to visit.
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Duration:00:33:41
Ben Reminds You That Your Phone Could Kill You!
6/30/2021
This week, Ben talks about how he's fighting his addiction to his phone and wants to remind you to look away from your phone and live your life a little bit (but after you've listened to this podcast, of course). Ben gives some tips on how he's been able to reduce his screen time that you can use and why Tik Tok might be the devil.
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Duration:00:35:29
Ben Almost Died in a Car Accident on Christmas Eve
6/23/2021
We all know cars are death traps, so it's no surprise that a car almost took Ben (and his family) out! This week, Ben tells the story of when he first learned to drive. While out on a holiday drive, his dad gets the brilliant idea to pull the emergency brake while speeding on icy roads. Plus. Ben weighs in on the TikTok vs. YouTube fight & Ben almost dies mid-podcast!
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Duration:00:36:45
How YOU Almost Died Again!
6/16/2021
This week, Ben reads your story submissions on how you, loyal fans, almost died in a variety of ways. Some of you almost choked to death, some of you almost drowned to death, some of you were almost murdered, and tons of other stories. It's a wonder any of you are still alive! Stay safe out there! Plus, Ben recounts his close call with a creepy orthodontist.
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Duration:00:34:23
Public Transportation Has Tried to Kill Ben Multiple Times!
6/9/2021
Sometimes you get what you pay for, and Ben has found that to be true with public transportation. Ben describes the few times he was threatened on buses (with words and weapons), and how he narrowly avoided a brutal and infamous murder that happened on his regular bus route. Plus, Ben rants about how the L.A. public transit system pales in comparison to New York or other major cities.
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Duration:00:35:28
Ben is Currently Dying From the Vaccine!
6/2/2021
We're doing it, we're talking about vaccines, the boring conversations we're all gonna have about the vaccines, and anti-vaxxers. This week, Ben discusses his experiences from getting the Moderna vaccine, including the (totally manageable) side effects, including how someone was even carried out of a stretcher while waiting to get his vaccine. Plus, Ben breaks down why people refusing to get the vaccine makes him scream internally.
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Duration:00:35:18
Ben Almost Died of Embarrassment at a School Dance!
5/19/2021
School dances can be a lot of fun, assuming you don't almost die in one! This week, Ben relives the time he thought it was a good idea to dress up as a bunch of grapes for a Halloween school dance and try to ask his crush for a slow dance. From the start, things didn't go as planned, as his grape costume, consisting of a tight green morph suit and tons of green balloons, began to fall apart on the ride to school. Once the dance came around, Ben was nothing more than a guy in a green costume....
Duration:00:35:43
Why Stress is Killing Ben Every Week!
5/5/2021
This week, Ben gives a glimpse into behind the scenes of what it's like to shoot and post a video, and all the stress involved. He lays out all the work that goes into creating content (including this very podcast) and why it often leaves him in tears. Plus, he lays out how he plans on managing his stress and work, and maybe it can help you too!
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Duration:00:35:06
Ben Crashed a Motorcycle into a Bus in Bali Causing a Pile-Up
2/24/2021
In the premiere episode of "I Almost Died" Ben de Almedia AKA BENOFTHEWEEK discuss his insane (and almost deadly) trip to Bali, Indonesia where a fun friend trip turned into a near-death experience! Ben discusses how he was given a motorcycle without an international license, which may have been why he careened into oncoming traffic and hit a bus! He also talks about the aftermath of dealing with the rental company that almost landed him in a Bali prison.
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Duration:00:35:24