Podcast appearances and mentions of Ben Calhoun

Ben Calhoun is the executive producer of "The Daily" (The New York Times). Previously, he was an editor and producer for This American Life and Serial , and VP of programming at WBEZ in Chicago.

Dr. Hixson hosts a Prophecy Night Q&A at Plum Creek Chapel, featuring special music by Ben Calhoun of Citizen Way. https://www.bencalhoun.com/ https://www.notbyworks.org/ https://nbwministries.myshopify.com/ https://nbwministries.myshopify.com/products/spirit-of-the-false-prophet-audiobook https://linktr.ee/nbwministries https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCMIahDSgmwkm9PRf9KIWsw https://rumble.com/c/notbyworks https://notbyworks.podbean.com/ http://www.notbyworks.org/Spirit-Of-The-False-Prophet https://www.notbyworks.org/Spirit-Of-The-Antichrist-Volume-One https://www.notbyworks.org/Spirit-Of-The-Antichrist-Volume-two

Dawn and Steve welcome musician Ben Calhoun of Citizen Way accompanied by his daughter, Ava, to join them live in the studio for Moody Tunes! Ben Calhoun is a solo artist as well as the frontman of CITIZEN WAY. He is a proud husband and father of three girls. He is the Founder of General Records, an independent record company and Generosity Rocks, a non-profit fundraising platform for musicians. He is also a children's book author.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just a few years after his band, Citizen Way, scored its first #1 song, Ben Calhoun left the Christian music industry.He never stopped making music. But his experiences in the industry have shaped how he approaches his craft and inspired him to help other artists who strive to use the gifts and talents with which God has blessed them.Ben's story and insights will make you take a closer look at how you are using your own gifts and talents to fulfill the Great Commission.The son of a pastor and musician, Ben is a proud husband and father of three girls in Franklin, Tennessee. He also is the founder of:General Records, which helps artists with songwriting, production, music videos, and general mentoring and managementGenerosity Rocks, a non-profit fundraising platform for musicians and missionaries Email Ben at ben@bencalhoun.com. 00:00-04:00 introduction04:00-07:05 Ben's fence-post stories07:05-09:20 starting and being in a band (Citizen Way)09:20-15:35 issues with the Christian music industry15:35- 21:55 issues in the local church21:55-25:45 a better way to make disciples25:45-33:22 the importance of the Bible for men33:22-38:35 banding together with other men around God's Word38:35-45:37 how the Bible caused Ben to trust in God45:37-48:48 the Bible vs. culture48:48-end supporting Christian artists; the perils of “platforms”Contact:Mike Hatch: mhatch@clchq.orgChris Bolinger: chris@mensdevotionals.comResources:Mike's book: Manhood: Empowered by the Light of the Gospel (paperback, audiobook)Join the Empowered Manhood Facebook GroupDaily Strength for Men: A 365-Day Devotional52 Weeks of Strength for Men CLC: https://www.clchq.org/BiblicalLeadership.com

The bros got to catch up with Ben Calhoun of Citizens Way to see what he's been up to with his music, what it's been like as an now independent artist, and thoughts on the current state of Christian music.

Join Karen as she interviews Ben Calhoun, front man of Citizen Way. The Week in Bible Prophecy is a podcast ministry outreach of Prophecy Watchers. Make sure to find our other content on that channel and subscribe to both. Watch Ben Calhoun's music video for 'Daddy's Home' here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2wQ68lBwGJs

In this episode, I get to introduce you to Ben Calhoun. He is a music producer, mentor, and the lead singer for Citizen Way.He has worked with the Newsboys, Big Daddy Weave, and Jason Gray... but he will be the first to tell you that none of that is what motivates him to do what he does; he wants to point people to Christ through music but never get so caught up in the music business that he might lose sight of his primary motivation.After actively touring with the band for many years, Ben and his wife agreed that it was time to give up living out of a suitcase and get re-anchored at home to raise their 3 kids.Core VerseDo not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.–Romans 12:2Support the showQuestions or comments can be sent to steven@nookpodcast.comJoin The Nook Facebook page!Steven's Social Media:Instagram and TwitterCheck out some great Christian apparel: Pace Christian ClothingUse the promo code "STEVEM15" and save 15% on your order!

Three years ago, Ben Calhoun gave up fame and status as a touring musician. Instead, he wanted to be around for his family. In this episode, he encourages fathers to realign their priorities with what God has called them to do.    Full SHOW NOTES for today's conversation   Key Takeaways   5 Fs: Faith in Jesus, Family, Friends, Food, Fun You have to be present to win.  Obedience is consistent, faithful steps in the same direction.  Your priorities dictate your decisions.  Practical ideas for how to help your children memorize Scripture.   Ben Calhoun   Ben Calhoun is a musician, children's book author, husband, and father to three girls. He is the founder and frontman for the contemporary Christian band CITIZEN WAY. Ben and his family reside in Franklin, Tennessee.   Key Quotes   00:45 - "The best thing I could do is teach them [to love God's Word] and enjoy it myself. If you're enjoying it yourself, they will naturally follow you. Just open the Word as a family, pick a verse and memorize it. Put it on your wall, have every kid write it on a little thing and put it in their mirror or whatever. Do something." 33:12 - "There's a security that only comes with the father. That's the way it was supernaturally designed from the Father. And it does not work any other way."   Links From Today's Conversation   Full Transcript of the Conversation  Follow Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bencalhoun/  Follow Ben on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bencalhoun   Follow Ben on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/3DoB8IT5SRyA12rBhSqVkW?si=-yUbC3q1T--zHYm7-fSBNw   Buy Ben's book: https://www.bencalhoun.com/product-page/savannah-s-pajamas   Connect with dadAWESOME   Learn about our FATHERS FOR THE FATHERLESS events in 2023: https://f4f.bike/ Follow @dadawesome on Instagram Make a Donation to dadAWESOME (tax-deductible) Join the dadAWESOME Prayer Team Receive weekly encouragement by texting "dad" to 651-370-8618  

After 20 years touring with the band Citizen Way, Ben Calhoun is going on the road with his family on the Daddy's Home Tour. Join me in listening to Ben and his wife Alison as they share how God's Word has guided them through joy and tragedy. They explain how the Bible helps them to navigate parenting and what is most important. All the fame in the world cannot fulfill what only God can!Also in this episode of the Revelations Podcast, Ben and Alison  share how they met Jesus and discovered the importance of God's Word[1]. Through Him, Ben and Alison found guidance, peace, and joy. They are not afraid to discuss the supernatural realm and dive into those Biblical topics.  Together with the family they built with faith and love, they continue to get to know God better and minister to others as they trust God through it all!Join us to learn more about bringing your faith and your family together.Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode:Understand and trust that God provides, no matter what happens.Discover more about the Bible and the many supernatural stories it holds.Learn how you can help your family grow in faith and focus on God and His story.ResourcesMore from the Revelations Podcast: Website | Instagram | Apple PodcastConnect with Ben and Alison: Email | WebsiteCitizen Way on SpotifyBulletproofWhen I'm With YouHow Sweet the SoundLove Has WonGenerosity RocksBlurry Creatures PodcastTimothy Alberino on YouTubeBible Verses:Deuteronomy 6:5-9John14 6Malachi 3:10Genesis 6Ephesians 6:12Hosea 4:6Acts 17:11This Episode is brought to you by Advanced Medicine AlternativesGet back to the active life you love through natural & regenerative musculoskeletal healing: https://www.georgekramermd.com/Episode Highlights[04:13] Ben's Journey in Music and MinistryBen was 19 when he started touring on the road. His mother was a professional musician, and his father was a pastor.He was enamored with music and loved God's work. He nurtured these interests as he grew up, joining band and starting a bible study at school.In college, Ben studied music. He truly enjoyed it and fell in love.However, he also wanted to share God's Word and make music for a purpose. Thus, he started Citizen Way and did music ministry.Over the years, Ben decided to be with his family at home. They chose to follow the five Fs: faith in Jesus, family, food, friends, and fun.[12:27] How Alison Got to Know JesusAlison came to know the Lord at through her friends at massage school. She saw the peace and joy her friend had in her faith.During a Bible study, she learned that being a Christian meant Jesus loved her personally. This changed the course of her life.Later on, Alison attended a private Bible college and met Ben. Everything followed when she started knowing Jesus.Ben and Alison went through a deep loss when Alison had a miscarriage. This tragic experience encouraged them to move.They were able to achieve all they had set out to do. They built their little kingdom despite all they've lost.[17:55] Sharing God's Word with FamilyBen and Alison have been married for almost 20 years with 2 teenagers and a 3-year-old toddler.After the traumatic miscarriage, Alison looked for a community to lean on when she should have been clinging to God's Word.Her children became her community. They had deep conversations and often talked about faith and spirituality.Homeschooling their children became a way to have these deep conversations.In the past, Alison was more self-focused. It was a big shift for her to focus on God's Word and the spiritual growth of their children.[24:44] Surrendering and Trusting GodAlison had a lot of fear and anxiety. The miscarriage helped her realize she was finding safety in the wrong places.She decided to try again and trust in God. No matter the outcome, she knew He would always walk with her.Alison [25:37]: “God isn't just good because good things happen in our lives. He's good regardless.”It's easier, more peaceful, and beneficial to surrender to God. Let go of the fear and trust that God will do the best thing for you.If the pregnancy didn't come through, then they trusted the Lord to make something great out of it.They pray that their baby grows up to love God's work and her family.[29:47] God ProvidesGod is the provider of all things. It's not just material things; He also provides the reasons and the story.Stop running around trying to figure out what to do with your life. You are part of God's plan.It's important to surround yourself with people who will redirect you to God's truth.You have two options in life: the way of life or the way of death. Using the gift of wisdom, make decisions that lead you to life.Reagan [35:43]: “Even though we go through really hard and traumatic things, when you find your way, and you find the truth tellers in your life, and you read the truth of God's word, it is literally the only thing that can sustain us.”[36:52] The Importance of Knowing God's WordNowadays, the Church often perpetuates a focus on self-help. God's Word should guide biblical counseling.Their eldest daughter had recently been going to self-focused Christian counseling. However, she started feeling better once she focused on God's Word.You can address the symptoms, but it's God's Word that gets you to the root cause. Otherwise, the cycle of deception continues.Those who know God find calm and peace.[44:09] Facing Spiritual Warfare with God's WordYou can be a Christian without knowing God's Word or following Jesus.Studying the Bible can make a difference in your life. A personal small Bible study can guide you and allow you to learn from people who may know more.When he was younger, Ben experienced spiritual warfare through nightmares. These prevented him from calling Jesus' name.This was spiritual warfare he could only address through spiritual powers. Understanding God's Word can give you this power.Listen to the full episode to find out what Ben and Alison share about spiritual warfare and the Bible.Ben [52:08]: “I think that's one of the things that's wonderful about God's Word. He will be faithful to help you figure that stuff out.”[01:01:22] Speaking with God through His WordStarting to study and understand the supernatural in the Bible can be intense.Studying God's Word can help you understand and identify what truly lines up with Him. It can also help you understand where you need to go in life.If you think God isn't speaking to you, remember that He has always spoken to you through His Word.Sometimes God can speak directly to you. Alison felt fear during her pregnancy, but she trusted God and heard Him speak to her.[01:06:36] Passing Faith to Your ChildrenIt's important to work together with your children.Try to be less distracted. Be available to talk with your kids whenever they want to talk about the spiritual.The distractions have to go. That's one of the reasons Ben and Alison homeschooled their children.Less is more. Less allows for more opportunities for the things that matter.Their children could see them engage with God's Word. They can talk about it with each other.[01:10:23] Advice from the CalhounsOne motto of another artist is faith, family, and freedom. Sticking to these simple things can guide you.Don't forget to give to God's work. Whenever the Calhouns have a big financial decision, they choose to give more and trust the Lord to work it out.Find something worth fighting for — it can bring you a lot of life.Alison operates with the end in mind. Invest in your own flesh and blood; they will receive your legacy.Be careful of power and influence. Instead, put your faith and family first.About Ben and AlisonBen and Alison Calhoun have been walking in music and ministry for a long time. They've been married for almost 20 years and are raising four wonderful children in faith. They're not afraid to have deep conversations with others about God's Word.Ben founded Citizen Way with three other artists in 2004. Now, he is the sole member and continues to make contemporary Christian music with a purpose. Learn more about the Calhouns and connect with them through Ben's email and website.Enjoyed this Episode?If you did, subscribe and share it with your friends!Post a review and share it! If you enjoyed tuning in, then leave us a review. You can also share this with your friends and family. This episode will help you understand that you're a part of God's story by studying His Word and sharing it with your family.Have any questions? You can connect with me on Instagram.Thank you for tuning in! For more updates, tune in on Apple Podcasts. Keyword: God's Word Meta: Ben and Alison Calhoun joins us to share how they met Him and discovered the importance of God's Word. They talk about finding guidance, peace, and joy through Him. Tune in to learn more about how God's Word and stories helped them built a family with faith and love.

Batteryless IoT is a topic we don't get to hear much about, so Ben and David start by sharing what it means, the current landscape, and where it is being implemented. Ben and David also share insights into the top applications of the technology, what the future looks like, and how you know batteryless IoT is suitable for your application.​​Ben Calhoun (Ph.D., MIT) is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Virginia and co-Founder / co-CTO at Everactive. Ben's research breakthroughs in ultra-low power integrated circuits have enabled a new category of continuously active, batteryless wireless sensors. He continues at Everactive to build toward a vision of pervasive monitoring by trillions of self-powered devices.David Wentzloff co-founded Everactive in 2012, where he is currently co-CTO. Everactive produces data intelligence for the physical world. Operating without batteries, the company's always-on wireless sensors deliver continuous cloud-based analytics at a scale not possible with battery-powered devices. David received a BS degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan in 1999 and MS and Ph.D. degrees from MIT in 2002 and 2007, respectively. He is also an Electrical Engineering and Computer Science Professor and the Faculty Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship at the University of Michigan. His research focuses on ultra-low power radio integrated circuits for self-powered systems and mm-scale sensors. He has published over 150 papers in peer-reviewed conferences and journals, including the first sub-100nW wake-up receiver. He serves on the program committees for the IEEE RFIC and ISSCC conferences.Everactive delivers the most sustainable, scalable, and cost-effective Internet of Things solutions. The company's proprietary low-power energy harvesting and wireless technology enable batteryless and always-on IoT systems powered entirely from micro-renewable energy. By opening its groundbreaking technology, Everactive is allowing the developers to build suites of innovative hyper-scale IoT applications that continuously analyze an explosion of new data across a wide range of applications and throughout entire environments.Everactive's self-powered IoT platform is built upon groundbreaking advances in ultra-low-power circuit design and wireless communication that allow the company to power its Eversensors exclusively from harvested energy. The company also offers a managed data network to seamlessly and reliably deliver developers self-sustaining data streams. Everactive has offices in Santa Clara, CA; Charlottesville, VA; and Ann Arbor, MI.

Speaker: Pastor Matthew Walker Series: Galatians   There are, supposedly, two kinds of calamari (from the Italian for squid). One kind comes from a cephalopod, a marine animal that has tentacles. What you get at Olive Garden are basically fried squid rings (tasty!). On a 2014 episode of This American Life, host Ben Calhoun started a rumor that there is an artificial calamari that comes from pigs. As strange as that seems, another hoax was spread by Judaizers in the 1st century, falsely arguing that in order to be saved, one had to become a Jew first. Paul sets the record straight by explaining Faith is Better. (Gal. 3:1-14)

Ben Calhoun, formerly of This American Life, sat for two hours staring at a Google doc trying to figure out what to say. It was a delicate piece of writing about race and his own identity. Ben unpacks what he wrote on this episode of HowSound.

Ben and Ben sit down again and discuss scripture and how it relates to their lives.

Ben and Ben sit down and discuss scripture and how it relates to their lives.

HOPE FM - THE ARTIST INTERVIEW Ben Calhoun from Citizen Way FIRST BROADCAST: 14/04/2021 (Please note: Due to licencing these interviews are edited and contain only samples of music)

Join in as Ted talks with Ben Calhoun from Citizen Way about homeschooling, new Citizen Way music, his favorite way to drink coffee, and more! Plus, learn what Ben is thinking about naming a male dog and how he became a children's book writer.

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Krissy and Ben Calhoun of Citizen Way talk about the non-profit umbrella Ben founded for artists, Generosity Rocks, and how Brave Worship is partnering with the organization to better serve the community and give more opportunity. Go to www.braveworship.com/donate to find out how you can become a part of it and support us. All donations are now tax-deductible!

Today on Karl and Crew Mornings, we concluded our weekly theme called The Prayers God Answers.  We discussed why our prayers can seem to go nowhere.  This is especially evident when we are not truly in God's will as a surrendered believer in Jesus Christ.  The scripture reference was John 9:31.  Karl offered a special blog for this week called, "Why Your Prayers Go Nowhere".   For Freedom Friday, we asked listeners to share a time that they first prayed to God in full surrender and true belief.  Our guests included Jim Strietelmeier (founder of Neighborhood Fellowship Church in Indy) and Ben Calhoun (lead singer and founder of Citizen Way).  Next week is Fall SHARE 2020, and if you'd like to join our Karl and Crew Prayer Warrior Team, you can sign-up for 30 minute shifts.   Finally, take a listen to the Karl and Crew Showcast to hear the highlights from today.

We share the road to the latest hit song from Citizen Way and explore the fascinating story behind the band's journey from Wisconsin to the top of the charts.

Podcasts are everywhere right now and this new mode of storytelling is only getting more popular. In fact, 73 million Americans now listen to podcasts regularly. How did this happen over such a remarkably short period of time?And, more importantly, what comes next?On this episode of Trailblazers, you'll hear from the people who have shaped the past, present and future of podcasting including Derek Vaillant, Dave Winer, Julie Shapiro, Ben Calhoun, Marshall Williams and Jacob Weisberg.For more on the podcast go to delltechnologies.com/trailblazers

A Compilation of stories from 1/20 - 1/24 2020 told by Joe Hunter, host of the Cup ‘a Joe Morning Show on the Sound of Life. Interview with Ben Calhoun of Citizen Way. Hudson Valley’s 100% listener funded Christian Radio Station Website: http://soundoflife.org Prayer: http://soundoflife.org/ourprayer Give: http://soundoflife.org/give/financial-gift Listen Online: http://soundoflife.org/media/listen-online To Become a Ministry Partner: http://soundoflife.org/partners/churches-ministry/ To Become a Business Partner: http://soundoflife.org/partners/business/ Podcast: http://soundoflife.org/uncategorized/cup-a-joe-podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesoundofLIFE/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/theSoundofLIFE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soundofliferadio/

In this episode, we talk about Christian Music that talks about freedom and unity. We are joined by Ben Calhoun of Citizen Way while he was in town on the 4th of July. Links from the episode:B Haley Interview

http://media.blubrry.com/faithstrongtoday/p/fst.mc.tritondigital.com/BETWEEN_THE_GROOVES_P/media/BTG-071-Ben_Calhoun_nov05-18_MYPILLOW-PODCAST.mp3 Ben Calhoun and the guys in Citizen Way consider themselves “musicianaries,” or musicians with a missionary-like calling. It's a healthy outlook for any up-and-coming worship artist, especially when fame starts getting in the way. This Between The Grooves podcast puts the realities of fame into perspective, offering some great advice on how to give back and pursue music for the right reasons.

Cup a’ Joe Morning Show Interview with Citizen Way's Ben Calhoun 2018. Joe Hunter from the Cup ‘a Joe Morning Show on the Sound of Life. Hudson Valley’s 100% listener funded Christian Radio Station. Listen Online: http://soundoflife.org/media/listen-onlineWebsite: http://soundoflife.org Prayer: http://soundoflife.org/ourprayer Give: http://soundoflife.org/give/financial-gift To Become a Business Partner:http://soundoflife.org/partners/churches-ministry/ To Become a Business Partner: http://soundoflife.org/partners/business/ Podcast: http://soundoflife.org/uncategorized/cup-a-joe-podcast/

Citizen Way will headline the 2018 Walk on Water Youth Group Challenge in Chelsea on August 9. Rachel Ryder talked with Ben Calhoun, Citizen Way's lead singer about the band. Event details: https://www.walkonwaterchallenge.com/

Ben Calhoun, from the band Citizen Way, shares with us about Jesus and sings some of his songs as well!

This episode comes from our mates at the Third Coast International Audio Festival. Ben Calhoun shares his tips for getting your radio stories un-stuck. This session was recorded at the 2016 Third Coast Conference. Find the Third Coast Pocket Conference podcast for more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ben Calhoun from Citizen Way shares how the band began in college, the role WAY-FM played in their name, why he wore a fanny pack on the first date with his wife, how his family overcame a miscarriage that was nearly fatal, the song that left him in tears as he wrote it, how he got lost while running and used an abandoned bike to get back, and why "2.0" is more than just an album title. "More Than The Music" is a weekly podcast hosted by WAY-FM Evening On-Air Personality, Justin Paul. Each week, hear the stories behind the songs of your favorite Christian artists. Listen to Justin Paul weeknights at 8/7c with the WAY-FM App. iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/way-fm-radio/id1033367026?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.commotion.wayfm

After more than two years as WBEZ’s vice president of content and programming, Ben Calhoun is returning to the staff at This American Life. WBEZ’s Shannon Heffernan sat down with Calhoun on his last day to discuss his career, the WBEZ stories he loved the most and what’s next for him. Click ‘play’ to hear their conversation.

For some people, making great radio is easy. Ben Calhoun has no idea what those people are talking about! For him, making radio is hard, beset by self-doubt -- and he finds it’s often easy to get stuck. As a former This American Life producer and Radiolab contributor, and WBEZ's current VP of content and programming, Ben’s had a chance to watch a lot of smart people beat back the forces of creative despair. In this session, he’ll share a few strategies he’s hatched, many he’s stolen, and pass on some concrete tools for un-slumping your situation. Recorded at the 2016 Third Coast Conference. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How they started their band. The importance of education as a worship leader and musician. Here's a great article about that! Why we have to mentor other leaders. How Ben started a program at Judson University that brings students out on the road with Citizen Way. What's going on on the road now. The value of music education in the songwriting process. SATB harmony from the hymnal! How the miscarriage of their son affected his music and songwriting for their latest project.

www.fullcirclemusic.orgHere is a new interview with Ben Calhoun (the lead singer of Citizen Way). He talks about his life and the journey his family have gone on. With an album that just came out, he mentioned the writing process that took place for it. The inspirations that came forth and the trust in God that he depended on.He offers some good advice about planning for success, being around a good team, and looking at opportunities as gaining experiences.Learning to love the process of songwriting is huge. Keeping the main focus on the main and leave the minor focus on the minors. Thinking too much could also damage the feeling and goal for a song.The post FCM017 – Songs About Your Story with Ben Calhoun appeared first on Full Circle Music. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As you may have heard, General Admission is parting ways with WBEZ. The guys will continue the show in some form with a different network in March, but before that time, they wanted to celebrate their time with WBEZ: it's been real, as the kids say. On this episode, you'll be treated to clips from Tyler & Don's favorite interviews, on-locations adventures & a highlight reel of moments where they completely lost their minds. This is an episode for super-fans & people interested in finding out more about the show (READ: "other network" mentioned above!). And for those that are curious why the two are parting ways, Ben Calhoun, WBEZ's Director of Programming, had this to say about the split: “I really appreciate the passion and energy that’s gone into General Admission, and the affection the show’s earned from its audience. But we’ve had to face the reality that the show isn’t sustainable for us. And so we had to make a difficult decision to bring the partnership to a close. That said, as much as ever, we appreciate Tyler and Don – for their charm, talent, and endless enthusiasm for creative communities. They’re terrific. As I always am – I am excited for where they turn their passions next.”

How did a story about hog rectum and calamari on public radio capture the public’s attention and win a James Beard Award? Find out on a brand new episode of Eat Your Words, as host Talia Ralph is joined by Ben Calhoun, a producer for NPR’s This American Life, who contributed the story about hog rectum to the popular public radio show. He got a tip about a meat plant selling pig intestines as fake calamari, wondered if it could be true, and decided to investigate. Tune in as Ben explains how the story came to life and shares why he became so emotionally invested in the possibility of pork bung masquerading as seafood. This program was brought to you by Consider Bardwell Farm “I like finding all the paths to go down and chasing them all as far as they can possibly go.” [06:00] “Pricing in American food culture ends up obscuring so many other things that are happening with those foods.” [25:00] “The story appealed to different parts of my personality as a journalist and somebody who likes to make radio […] I love the idea of it. If you didn’t have to use the word rectum, it could be a children’s book.” [27:00] “If you eat calamari in the United States, I can’t guarantee anything but I’d bet everything I own that you’re not eating hog rectum […] eat your calamari with confidence!” [28:00] –Ben Calhoun on Eat Your Words

Ben Calhoun is a producer at This American Life. "The nature of covering politics is one where often people don’t want to say to you the things that they are feeling or thinking. ... You can create the diorama of that action in a way that you couldn’t if you weren’t willing to make them a character — founded on things that they said and beliefs that you know they have — than they’ve done for you on tape."

Ben Calhoun from Citzen Way talked to me about the band's new CD, Love Is The Evidence". Their first single was "Should've Been Me and their second single is "Nothing Better Could Separate Us". Ben's band is a band of brothers, two sets of them to be exact. Benn grew up a PK, Preacher's Kid, he found His sweetheart (well, God actually orchestrated it), and he writes songs that touch a listener's heart. Follow Ben and Citizen Way on Facebook: www.facebook.com/CitizenWay Citizen Way website: www.CitizenWayMusic.com Buy Love Is The Evidence at your local CD store and online: http://www.amazon.com/Love-The-Evidence-Citizen-Way/dp/B00C13BJ90 Get the Love Is The Evidence download here: http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Ddigital-music&field-keywords=love+is+the+evidence Twitter: www.twitter.com/CitizenWay

Ben Calhoun is the lead singer of Citizen Way. He reminds me of a mix of a carnival barker, circus showman, rock star, and decent human being. Plus, at the end of the podcast, a big announcement (for me at least) about an upcoming podcast episode.