Podcast appearances and mentions of Ben Levin

Ally Venable (Feel That Sting); Few Miles On (Second Hand Blues); Steve Summers Band (Second Hand Blues); Arthur "Big Boy" Spires and Willie "Big Eyes" Smith (Dark And Stormy Night); Little Smokey Smothers (Days Are Dark); Erja Lyytinen (Smell The Roses); Edna Johnson (A Woman Gets Tired Of One Man All The Time); Julia Johnson (Hard Headed Daddy); L.V. Banks (I Made A Mistake); Christopher Wyze and The Tellers (Back To Clarksdale); Mississippi Bigfoot (Clarksdale); Junior Crudup (Say My Name); Theodis Ealey (Blues Is Calling My Name); Ben Levin and Lil' Ed (New Low); Matt Andersen (How Far Will You Go). 

Smallmouth bass are more than just a native fish—they're the true emblem of Ozark angling. In this episode, we reconnect with expert fly fishing guide Ben Levin for a deep dive into the creeks, rivers, and strategies that define smallmouth fishing in the Ozarks. If you've ever wondered what separates a good smallmouth creek from a great one—or which fly patterns actually catch fish—this episode is your new go-to field guide. Book a trip with Ben: Fly South Adventures Support for this episode Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cell trail cameras with A.I. integration Umarex Airguns - The leader in Air Rifle technology 00:00 – Introduction 10:00 – How weather, water levels, and sunlight impact fish behavior 15:40 – What makes a great smallmouth creek 20:10 – Minnow vs. crawfish: What Ozark smallmouth are really eating 26:30 – Smallmouth as the soul of Ozark fishing 31:00 – Seasonal breakdown: pre-spawn to winter tactics 35:00 – Ben's top 3 flies and how to fish them What is The Ozark Podcast? In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your skills in the outdoors, and help you learn what it means to be an Ozarker. Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett - and our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Catch up with us on Instagram and Facebook @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com

The White River in Arkansas has quietly become one of the premier caddis hatch destinations in the country. In this episode, fly fishing legend Ben Levin joins us for an in-depth, no-fluff masterclass on fishing the caddis hatch: how it works, why it's exploding in popularity, and exactly how to fish it to catch both numbers and trophy browns. Whether you're new to fly fishing or a seasoned angler looking to master a specific hatch, this episode is a deep dive into the science, art, and strategy of fly fishing the spring caddis hatch on the White River. Ben's experience and insight are unmatched, and his storytelling brings the Ozarks to life. Book a trip with Ben: Fly South Adventures Support for this episode Vortex Optics - Industry leading scopes, rangefinders, and binoculars Moultrie Mobile - The ONLY cell trail cameras with A.I. integration Umarex Airguns - The leader in Air Rifle technology [00:00] Why Ben keeps coming back to the Ozarks after fishing around the world [07:00] How the White River has evolved into a world-class trout fishery [10:00] Understanding the caddis hatch: history, timing, and impact of minimum flow [14:00] Why bug numbers exploded post-2011 and how it affects trout behavior [19:00] How the caddis hatch rivals those in Montana and Colorado [21:00] The full caddis lifecycle and when trout are most likely to feed [28:00] Dry fly vs. pupa patterns: what works and when [34:00] How to identify, imitate, and fish each stage of the hatch [39:00] Best months and conditions to fish the caddis hatch [42:00] Top fly patterns: The Sunday Special and buggy guide variations [45:00] Where to find the most productive hatch zones on the river [47:00] Strategy for targeting big brown trout during the hatch [52:00] The 31-inch brown trout story that landed Ben in a MeatEater article What is The Ozark Podcast? In the Ozarks, people have always lived in rhythm with the natural world. Hunting, fishing, and living off the land, aren't just things we do, it's who we are. And though our lives are inextricably linked to the land we live on, we've never been more disconnected from it. So join us, as we travel across the region to bring you the voices of the Ozarks to deepen your connection with the land, sharpen your skills in the outdoors, and help you learn what it means to be an Ozarker. Our hosts are Kyle Veit and Kyle Plunkett - and our producer is Daniel Matthews Theme music: 'American Millionaire' by JD Clayton Catch up with us on Instagram and Facebook @theozarkpodcast PLEASE reach out to us with any recommendations or inquiries: theozarkpodcast@gmail.com

Albert King – Blues power - Live Wire  - Blues Power (Live At The Fillmore Auditorium 1968) [REM] - 2024 Ben Levin feat Lil' Ed - New Low - single - 2025 Mike Dangeroux – What's taking so long – 2025Geoff Arsenault – 9 steps to gumbo - Hired Hand - 2025 Carolyn Wonderland - Sooner Or Later - single – 2025Santana – Blues for Salvador - Sentient - Candid Records – 2025Bruce Katz band & Giles Robson - Bluesmoose Boogie - Live at Bluesmoose Radio - 15 november 2021Micke Bjorklof & Blue Strip - On_Vacation - single - 2025 Tony Joe White – Polk salad Annie - Swamp Fever [Live London '74] – 2025Altered five blues band - Three Forks - live at bluesmoose radio 22 mei 2018

 | Artist  | Title  | Album Name  | Album Copyright  | Dom Martin  | Belfast Blues (Live).WAV  | Buried Alive  |   | Keb' Mo'  | The Christmas Song  | The Spirit Of The Holiday [EP] Christmas  | Buddy Guy & Junior Wells [Live]  | Blue Monday  | Pure Raw Blues 1  |   | Anna Elizabeth Laube  | Crying  | Wild Outside  |   | Michael Falzarano  | Jingle Bells Jingle jam 2  | A Kaleidoscope Christmas  | Big Mama Thornton & The Johnny Otis Orchestra  | Rock A Bye Baby  | Gems From The Peacock Vaults  | Vasti Jackson  | No More Christmas Blues  | Blind Raccoon Christmas Sampler  | Cripple Clarence Lofton  | Brown Skin Girls  | Complete Recorded Works, Vol. 1 (1935-1939)  | Elly Wininger  | Blues For Christmas  | Christmas Sngles 2023  | (Rick) Del Castillio  | Oh Holy Night  | Merry Castillio Christmas  | Bo Diddley  | You Can't Judge A Book By The Cover  | Jungle Music (The Blues Collection)  | Doug Ferony  | Jingle Bells  | Let's Have A Rockin Christmas Vol. 3  | Val Starr & The Blues Rocket  | Bluesy Christmas  | Bluesy Christmas  |   | Ben Levin  | Lump Of Coal (Featuring Lil' Jimmy Reed)  | Ben Levin - Presents A Holiday Blues Revue

Ben Levin returns with his good friend from Japan, Tak Asano to talk about Ben's introduction to Tak during a visit to Clarksdale, his recent trip to Japan for a short tour with Tak, and also his newly released Christmas album, ‘Ben Levin Presents a Holiday Blues Revue'. The album features Ben and his friends, Tak Asano, Candace Ivory, Lil' Jimmy Reed, Lil' Ed, and Sonny Hill. We have one more episode to go next week, as Season 3 comes to a close. Website: https://benlevinpiano.com/homeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/BenLevinPiano/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7JPxlItTC9DxZ7YwAOwLci YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BenLevinPiano _________________________Facebook: Time SignaturesYouTube: Time SignaturesFacebook: Capital Area Blues SocietyWebsite: Capital Area Blues SocietyFriends of Time Signatures _______Website: University of Mississippi Libraries Blues ArchiveWebsite: Killer Blues Headstone ProjectWebsite: Blues Society Radio Network

Ben Levin is a musician, visual artist, and educator. He runs the Ben Levin Music School where he hosts courses that help artists find their voice, finish music, and maintain and cultivate their love of music-making. Ben's YouTube Channel hosts his art, music, and educational content. His new album Heaven Heaven Heaven features indie, alternative rock music with 2 Fender Bass VIs at its core.  Ben and I explore the complexities of artistic identity, the challenges of navigating platforms like YouTube, and the importance of creativity in education. Ben explains the challenges of being artistically honest and following our passions while trying to create a consistent online presence that cooperates with the algorithms so we can actually make a living artistically. Ben even brings out his Fender Bass VI to demonstrate how he uses it on his new album Heaven Heaven Heaven.  This episode is sponsored by Baby Audio, makers of incredible music software. Use the code MPP15 to save 15%! https://babyaud.io  Listen on Apple, Spotify, YouTube Takeaways: Ben Levin discusses the duality of being a multifaceted artist. Navigating the YouTube landscape requires balancing creativity and marketability. Batch production of content can help manage audience expectations. The importance of creating space for endings in artistic work. Teaching creativity in schools can enhance student engagement. Understanding modes in music requires contextual learning. The arts provide essential emotional support during difficult times. Artistic expression can be a powerful healing tool. Personal growth in music production often involves collaboration and community. The creative process is often nonlinear and requires patience. The Fender Bass VI offers a unique sound that bridges bass and guitar. Authenticity in vocal performance resonates more than technical perfection. Finding one's voice is a journey that requires exploration and practice. The creative process is often more rewarding than the final product. Vulnerability in music can create a deeper connection with listeners. Teenage experiences and emotions can be effectively expressed through music. Balancing humor and seriousness in art can enhance emotional impact. Links: Ben Levin Music School - https://benlevinmusicschool.com Ben's Courses - https://benlevinmusicschool.com/p/courses Heaven Heaven Heaven by Ben Levin - https://benlevingroup.bandcamp.com/album/heaven-heaven-heaven Ben's YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BenLevin Ben's Art - https://benshow.horse Ben on the Fender Bass VI - https://youtu.be/G1DLpdFWrdM?si=gEvXLlRG6QzCKYIt Brian Funk Website - https://brianfunk.com Music Production Club - https://brianfunk.com/mpc  5-Minute Music Producer - https://brianfunk.com/book Intro Music Made with 16-Bit Ableton Live Pack - https://brianfunk.com/blog/16-bit Music Production Podcast - https://brianfunk.com/podcast Save 25% on Ableton Live Packs at my store with the code: PODCAST - https://brianfunk.com/store This episode was edited by Animus Invidious of PerforModule - https://performodule.com/ Thank you for listening.  Please review the Music Production Podcast on your favorite podcast provider! Brian Funk

Bob Corritore & Friends “Phoenix Blues Rumble”:”Big Fat Woman 480 LBs” (feat. Chico Chism)”Come To Me Baby (feat. Chief Schabuttie Gilliame)”Walkin In The Park (feat. King Karl)”Mathilda (feat. King Karl)”Jennie Bea (feat. Dino Spells)”I Was a Fool (feat. George Bowman)”Real Bad Day (feat. Tommy Dukes)”Nine Times Out Of Ten (feat. George Bowman)”Leopard Speckled Baby (feat. Chief Schabuttie Gilliame)”Laughing Blues (feat. Dave Riley)”The Glide (feat. Sugaray Rayford)”I'm Evil (feat. Big Pete Pearson)Ben Levin & Stella Heath “Waiting Just For You”:”Too Good For Me”Escuchar audio

Celebrate Autism Acceptance  with The Locher Room and meet two exceptional young men, Antonio Humann, and Ben Levin, who are breaking barriers and achieving great things.Join us to meet Antonio, Ben and their mothers, Laurie Burtis, and Susan Levin. Learn about their lives, their journeys with Autism and their unique talents. Antonio Humann is an artist, entrepreneur, pianist, singer, author, and musician. Antonio's art is a powerful testament to the creativity that can thrive with autism. His work is a journey into his mind and a celebration of his resilience.Ben Levin is a published author of the multiple book series Nellie's Friends. He also authored Ollie and the Race and his breakout novel, In the Hole, offers to give hope and inspiration to young adults and their families who faced homelessness and economic insecurities during the global pandemic. Ben is a student at Fairleigh Dickinson University (my alma matter) where he is currently involved in several clubs such as the Storytellers Guild, The Pillar, which is the college's newspaper, and the Neurodiverse Acceptance Club (NAC), which he co-founded this year! Ben's greatest wish is “to bring joy through my writing to kids all over the world.”Don't miss this inspiring conversation. Listen here to The Locher Room.

ALBUM FOCUS: BREAKIN' NEWS TEN YEARS OF BLUES http://www.nola-blue.com NOLA BLUE celebrates 10 years as an independent blues label with this compilation. I aired these: The Love Light Orchestra "After All" John Nemeth "The Last Time" Lil' Jimmy Reed & Ben Levin "They Call Me Lil' Jimmy" Benny Turner "Who Sang It First" ************************************ Robert Jon & The Wreck "Ballad Of A Broken-Hearted Man" - www.robertjonandthewreck.com Altered Five Blues Band "All Suit, No Soul" - Holler If You Hear Me www.alteredfive.com Professor Louie & The Crowmatix "I Finally Got You" - Crowin' The Blues www.professorlouie.com Kalo "Isabel" - Wild Change www.kaloband.com Jess Novak "Falling" - Sonrise www.jessrocknovak.com Wilson Getchell "Nice Girls" - Banned From Barflys www.facebook.com/wilsongetchellmusic https://www.facebook.com/wilsongetchellmusic/ Allison Lupton "Dusty Boots" - Words Of Love www.allisonlupton.com ************************* The Heart Collectors "Rocky Mountain" - The Space Between www.theheartcollectors.com Davie Furey "Stargazer" - Glimpses Of The Truth www.daviefurey.com Tim Grimm "I Don't Know This World" - The Little In Between www.timgrimm.com Jean Mann "Threads" Songs For All The Days www.jeanmann.net Helene Cronin "Bodies Of Water" - Landmarks www.helenecronin.com Helen Townsend "If You Were Real" - Love, Lies & Leaving www.helentownsend.com John Shipe "Counting Song" - Water This Dark www.johnshipemusic.com Janie Barnett "Delaware Bridge" - But Longing Is Primal www.janiebarnett.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/radiocblue/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/radiocblue/support

“Relentless and hypnotic...This is art that harnesses the kaleidoscopic potential of collage to expand our cognitive apparatus.” - Matt Krefting, The Wire Drop Concert: The Motion Picture: The Soundtrack captures and reshapes DROP CONCERT, an experimental music performance by DJ Douggpound and Vic Berger IV based on their signature "drops" - obscure soundbites, pop culture audio clips, and their own loops and effects. The event was hosted by Tim Heidecker, who also sat in on keyboard for a section of this fully improvised show. The original performance was streamed live for the Office Hours Patreon community on August 29, 2020 and subsequently turned into DROP CONCERT: THE MOTION PICTURE by genius animator Ben Levin. Performed by Vic Berger IV, DJ Douggpound with very special guest Tim Heidecker. Recorded by Wesley Knapp. Produced by Producer Matt. Support Office Hours, watch a full extra hour of each episode, and get tons of additional content like this with OFFICE HOURS+. Get a FREE seven-day trial at patreon.com/officehourslive. Check out our merch, watch the video version and find everything else at officialofficehours.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a second round of great conversation and fun with three-time Blues Award nominee, pianist, Ben Levin. Join host Jim Ervin and Ben as they talk about the impact of Covid on his early trajectory, having his father on a ventilator for two weeks, due to the pandemic, and his collaboration with Lil Jimmy Reed. This is definitely an episode you won't want to miss! Website: Ben LevinFacebook: Ben LevinSpotify: Ben LevinYouTube: Ben Levin_________________________Facebook: Time SignaturesYouTube: Time SignaturesFacebook: Capital Area Blues SocietyWebsite: Capital Area Blues Society

At only 24 years old, pianist and three-time Blues Award nominee, Ben Levin is already making a name for himself. Join host Jim Ervin for a candid discussion about Ben's prodigious beginnings into the world of the Blues, his early years playing as part of his father's weekend band, and that first time on-stage and traveling the world as a Blues musician. You're going to enjoy this episode, so pull up a chair and enjoy!Website: Ben LevinFacebook: Ben LevinSpotify: Ben LevinYouTube: Ben Levin_________________________Facebook: Time SignaturesYouTube: Time SignaturesFacebook: Capital Area Blues SocietyWebsite: Capital Area Blues Society

Time Artist Title Duration Album Year Composer Label Listeners 14:30:36 Beck, Bogert & Appice Black Cat Moan 3:39 Beck Bogert & Appice 1973 D. Nix Repertoire 87 16:12:12 miwshowopen 1:10 68 14:30:38 ----- Best Song/Album to Play D&D To ----- 0:00 87 16:15:00 Evership The Law of Ages 6:52 The Uncrowned King - Act 2 2022 0 16:25:01 Crown Lands Lady Of The Lake 4:57 Fearless 2023 33 16:15:00 "----- Best Song/Album for a Doctor who Plot  ----- 0:00 87 16:31:56 Vola 24 Light-Years 4:26 Witness 2021 Adam Janzi 36 16:39:31 Overhead Ghosts From The Future 12:36 Telepathic Minds 2023 Overhead Overhead 36 16:15:00 "----- Best Opening Track ----- 0:00 87 16:56:56 Bader Nana Long Story Short 6:56 Wormwood 2 2021 38 17:06:55 United Progressive Fraternity UPF_Hope_CD1_T01---Hope_Is_Drums_of_Hope 7:43 2023 38 17:19:54 ----- Best Ending Track ----- 0:00 43 17:19:54 Lazuli 9- Dans les mains de Dieter 5:26 ’Le fantastique envol de Dieter Bohm 2020 43 17:25:20 Unitopia 07_THE UNCERTAIN_24_48 18:22 Seven Chambers 2023 40 18:10:46 "----- Best German Album ----- 0:00 37 17:49:10 Crystal Palace Still There 7:54 Still There 2022 40 17:58:30 RPWL Victim Of Desire 8:07 Crime Scene 2023 36 18:10:46 ----- Best Scandinavian Album ----- 0:00 37 18:10:46 Overhead Sleep Tight Sweetheart 5:42 Telepathic Minds Overhead Overhead 37 18:16:28 Marillion Be Hard on Yourself 8:59 2022 40 18:19:41 ----- Best UK Album ----- 0:00 41 18:19:41 Marillion Be Hard on Yourself 8:59 2022 41 18:30:15 Steven Wilson Beautiful Scarecrow 5:15 The Harmony Codex 2023 44 18:39:48 ----- Best U.S. Album ----- 0:00 47 18:39:48 The Dear Hunter Ring 8, Poverty 4:33 Antimai 2022 Cave & Canary Goods 47 18:46:09 Advent Horizon Control 5:28 A Cell to Call Home 2023 43 18:54:33 ----- Best Canadian Album ----- 0:00 43 18:54:33 Mystery Homecoming 5:04 Redemption 2023 Unicorn Digital Inc. 43 18:54:33 "----- Best Debut Album ----- 0:00 43 18:59:37 Ghost Of The Machine Dead To Me 4:43 Scissorgames 2022 43 19:08:56 Einar Solberg Home (feat. Ben Levin) 4:07 16 2023 Einar Solberg, Ben Levin 46 19:16:03 ----- Best Live Album ----- 0:00 42 19:16:03 Big Big Train The Florentine 8:14 Empire (Live) (1) 2020 42 19:25:39 Arena A Crack In The Ice 4:42 Lifian Tour MMXXII (1) 2023 41 19:32:41 ----- Best Prog Metal Album ----- 0:00 42 19:32:42 Leprous Below 5:48 Pitfalls 2019 42 19:40:03 'Riverside' Post Truth 5:27 'ID.Entity' 2023 39 19:47:25 ----- Best Double Album ----- 0:00 35 19:47:25 Fish This Party's Over 4:07 Weltschmerz 2020 7Hz Productions 35 19:53:34 Unitopia 04_MANIA_24_48 12:27 Unitopia 40 20:09:04 ----- Best Solo Album ----- 0:00 38 20:09:04 'Lonely Robot' '03. Species In Transition' 6:08 'A Model Life' 2022 38 20:15:12 Einar Solberg Grotto (feat. Magnus Børmark) 4:54 16 2023 Magnus børmarK,Einar Solberg 37 20:17:45 Steven Wilson Economies of Scale 4:09 The Harmony Codex 2023 38 20:35:23 "----- Best 10+ Album ----- 0:00 35 20:24:29 Galahad Shadow in the Corner 5:26 The Long Goodbye 2023 38

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Peter Veteska and Blues Train (Go Find Another Man); Walter T. Higgs (Blues And The Gospel); Mick Clarke (Preachin' To The Choir); The Duchess Jureesa McBride (My Time To Shine); Garnetta Cromwell (I Rise With The Sun); Scott Ramminger (Winter Is Always Worse); Daniel Eriksen (Old Tim's Marking Stone); Max B. Greene (Dead Man's Hand); Russell Morris (Money Don't Grow On Trees); Byther Smith (Money Tree); Eddie Vaan Shaw (Geche Woman); Big Mama Thornton (Tom Cat); Until The Sun (Hound Dog); Ben Levin and Stella Heath (I'm Waiting Just For You); Kyla Brox (Devil's Bridge). 

In this episode we talk with Ben Levin, a blues and boogie woogie pianist from Cincinnati, Ohio. Ben shares his stories from the road, his influences and performs a unique rendition of our theme song. We hope you enjoy this episode!

Overview Ben joins us from New Jersey where he goes to college. Ben may be young and isn't known, but he is an experienced author with several books under his belt already with many planned in the future. Ben has also talked with an author, Sue Bentley, that he admires and got her permission to use some of the animals names from her book in his book. Listen to what Ben shares about his books and his advice for writing. Book Favorites Website http://benlevinauthor.com/ YouTube https://youtu.be/OGYibEJBE8Q Transcript Stephen: today on Discovered Wordsmiths, I want to welcome Ben Levine. Ben, good morning. How are you doing Levin? Let me rewind and back that up. I'm messing this all up today. Alright, so today on Discover Wordsmith, let me welcome Ben Levin. Ben, how are you doing today? Good morning. I'm doing all right. Ben: Thank you, Stefan. And you, Stephen: You're doing all right. As long as I keep getting things correct instead of messing things up on what we're talking about. Sorry. That's okay. All right. So Ben tell us a little bit about who you are, where you live, what you like to do, some things you outside of writing. I'm currently going Ben: to college at Fairleigh Dickinson University, and I am, I live in Mottville, New Jersey. In addition to writing, I like to read, relax, sometimes go on walks and do active stuff, even though I don't do it as often as I'd like. Stephen: Gotcha. And being in school that keeps you pretty busy. Anyway. Yeah, I remember. Yeah, it's a fun time. Good time. You like to read, we're gonna talk a little bit about some of your favorite books and stuff later, but what are you studying in college? Creative writing. Okay. It fits right in. How's that going? You enjoying it? Yes. Yeah. We'll assume you're doing well 'cause I don't want you to embarrass yourself if you're not. So we'll just say, Ben, I'm glad you're doing so well in college. That's good. But let, we're gonna talk about that too, also a little bit about what it's like to write while still in school. And you started writing before college, so we'll talk a little bit about that too. Let's talk about your latest books. You've got several books out in a series. Tell us a little bit about that. You mean about Nellie's friends? Nellie's friends? Yes. Ben: What exactly do you want to know Stephen: about it? Sorry. Tell us what the series is about. What it is it's about healthy. Is it mystery? Little bit of it's a. Ben: Okay. It's a kid series, a little girl series about a girl named Nelly who moves to Illinois from New York. And after she leaves all her friends behind her favorite hobby becomes making new ones. Each book is about a new friend she makes and the adventure they have together. Stephen: Okay, nice. So why did you wanna write a series of books about a girl who's trying to make friends? Ben: The idea initially came to me in fourth grade, a time when I was obsessed with things stereotypically meant for girls, like dolls and girl books, and part of me wanted to explore this interest more. Okay. And Nelly's friend seemed like the right way to do it. Stephen: Nice. Okay. You know what are you using any of these books for part of your schoolwork, creative writing, or is this all on the side? All on the side. Okay. So are you picking up some things in college that are helping with the writing? Or are you Yes. Okay. Like what have you learned in school that's helped with your latest writing? I have to think. Okay. Yeah. Sorry. Throwing 'em at you, you're not ready for, got it. Ben: I've never really thought of it that way but I'm almost certain I've learned Stephen: something. Yeah. I hope, yeah. You're spending a lot of time and money there, so I hope they're giving you something right. That's true. How many books do you have in the series right now? Ben: Published or in general

 | Artist  | Title  | Album Name  | Album Copyright  |  | Emma Wilson feat. Don Bryant & (from Album 'Memphis Calling')  | What Kind Of Love  |   |   |  | Robert Hokum  | KEEP THE ATTITUDE  | Personal Experience and Downright Lies | Ana Popovic  | How'd You Learn To Shake It Like That  | Live for Live (2020)  |   |  | Irene Wiley  | Boar Hog Blues  | Down Home Blues: New York CD1 | Jimmy Regal & The Royals  | Show Time  | The First And Last Stop  |  | Clarence Spady  | Good Conversation  | Surrender  |   |  | Joakim Tinderholt  | Stumble' & Fumble'  | You Gotta Do More  |   |  | Sunny Boy & His Pals  | France Blues  | Really! The Country Blues  |  | Ben Levin  | Out Of Your Own Way (feat. Johnny Burgin)  | Take Your Time  |   |  | Elijah Brown  | Cryin' Won't Make Me Stay  | Ramblin On My Mind  |  | Bill Irwin  | Jonah  | Gospel Blues Vol 1  | Bongo Boy Records  |  | James Oliver  | Run Chicken Run  | Less Is More  |   |  | Bo Diddley  | Bo's Twist  | Instrumentals 1962 CD1  |  | Richard Townend And The Mighty Boss Cats  | Pretty Boulevard  | Are You The Person You've Always Wanted To Be | John Emil  | Our Number One  | Timeline  |   |   | 

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast. Today, we're headed to New Jersey for a chat with Ben Levin. Ben is an accomplished author with three books under his belt: "Nellie's Friends," "Ollie and the Race" for early readers, and the captivating Young Adult novel, "In the Hole." What's truly remarkable about Ben is his pride in being autistic. He uses his role as an author on the spectrum to show that autism isn't a setback, but a unique gift. Find out more at: https://benlevinauthor.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello and welcome to The Relatable Voice podcast. Today, we're headed to New Jersey for a chat with Ben Levin. Ben is an accomplished author with three books under his belt: "Nellie's Friends," "Ollie and the Race" for early readers, and the captivating Young Adult novel, "In the Hole." What's truly remarkable about Ben is his pride in being autistic. He uses his role as an author on the spectrum to show that autism isn't a setback, but a unique gift. Find out more at: https://benlevinauthor.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 | Artist  | Title  | Album Name  | Album Copyright | Tony Campanella  | Checking on my baby  | Tony Campanella  |  | Bull City Red w RevGary Davis  | Now I'm Talking About You  | 100 Early Blues Recordings | Dave Specter  | March Through the Darkness  | Six String Soul~30 Years on Delmark Disk2 | George Benson  | Havana Moon  | Walkin' To New Orleans | Jimmy Regal & The Royals  | Elmers End Blues  | The First And Last Stop | Coolhand  | Dead Man's Hand  | Coolhand  |   |  | Half Deaf Clatch  | Astrally Challenged  | Short Songs for the Barely Conscious | Gráinne Duffy  | Each and Every Time  | Out of the Dark  |  | Ben Levin  | Take Your Time (feat. Johnny Burgin)  | Take Your Time  |  | The Meters  | Find Yourself  | Trick Bag  |   |  | Bessie Jones & with the Georgia Sea Island Singers  | Sink 'Em Low  | Get In Union  | Alan Lomax Archives/Association For Cultural Equity | James Oliver  | Goofin Around  | Less Is More  |  | Chuck Berry  | Roll Over Beethoven  | The Ultimate Collection cd 1 | Mississippi Jook Band  | Barbeque Bust  | When The Levee Breaks, Mississippi Blues (Rare Cuts CD A)  | 2007 JSP Records | Keni Lee Burgess  | Garden Of Lament  | Holy Grail  |   |  | Jujubes  | Funeral Song  | Where are we now  | 

In this episode we speak with Ben Levin, Co-founder and CEO of Level Equity. Level Equity is a private investment firm focused on providing capital to rapidly growing software and technology-driven businesses. Level provides long term capital across all transaction types in support of continued growth. The firm has raised $3.0 billion in committed capital, has backed over 100 companies since inception, and has offices in New York, NY, San Francisco, CA, and Greenwich, CT. Level's Operating Partner team, collectively known as NextLevel Operations, provides value-add strategies that allow it to develop world class management teams, financial sophistication, M&A capabilities, and exit readiness for its portfolio companies. Ben has been an investor in rapidly growing private companies since 1997 and one of the first institutional investors in numerous category-defining software and technology businesses. Prior to co-founding Level, Ben spent over six years at Insight Partners, most recently as a Managing Director. I am your host RJ Lumba.  We hope you enjoy the show.  If you like the episode, click to subscribe.

Intro Song –  D.K. Harrell, “The Right Man”, The Right Man

 First Set -
 Selwyn Birchwood, “ILa-View”, Exorcist
 Paul Boddy & The Slidewinder Blues Band, “Nosy Neighbors”, Nosy Neighbors
 Larry Taylor, The Taylor Family & The Soul Blues Healers, “Big Town Playboy (Featuring Eddie Taylor Jr)”, Generations of Blues: West Side Legacy 
Duke Robillard and His All-Star Band, “Shame, Shame, Shame”, Six Strings of Steel

 Second Set – 
 Bob Corritore & Sam Lay, “Honey Where You Going”, Bob Corritore & Friends: High Rise Blues 
Arlen Roth & Jerry Jemmott, “(Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You've Been Gone”, Super Soul Session 
Nigel Mack, “Damn You Mr Bluesman”, Back In Style

 Third Set – WIB
 Soulful Femme, “Talkin' Loud And Sayin' Nothing Featuring Tommy Castro”, Attitude Casey Hensley, “Hard Headed Woman”, Live Featuring Laura Chavez
 Joanna Connor and The Wrecking Crew, “House Rules”, Best Of Me

 Fourth Set –
 Lil Jimmy Reed with Ben Levin, “Mailbox Blues”, Back To Baton Rouge
 Doug Deming & The Jewel Tones, “No Sense”, Groovin' at Groove Now
Mike Bourne Band, “Cruisin' Kansas City”, Cruisin' Kansas City
 Mike Guldin & Rollin' & Tumblin', “Diving Duck Blues Featuring Mikey Junior”, The Franklin Sessions

  | Artist  | Title  | Album Name  | Album Copyright | Cecilya & the Candy Kings  | Gimme one night  | Back In 1955  |  | Michael Jerome Browne  | Monday Morning Blues  | Gettin' Together | Mark Searcy  |  Time Keeps Slipping  | Power of Love  |  | My Baby  | Singing in Chains  | Loves Voodoo  |  | Moody Roots  | Come On Home  | Moody Roots  |  | Harpo Walker  | Light Of The Moon  | Bruised Heart Blues  |  | Lachy Doley  | Downtown Smalltown  | Conviction  |  | Mark Searcy  | Ding Dong Diddley Dadgum  | Power of Love  |  | Ben Levin  | Jazz Man Blues (feat. Bob Stroger)  | Take Your Time  |  | Rev B.L. Wightman W- Lottie Kimbrough & Congregation  | Live To The Live  | The Stuff that Dreams are Made Of (disc 1) | Lonnie "Big Ben" Bennett  | Will The Circle Be Unbroken  | Sacred Steel Instrumentals | Chuck Berry  | Bonsoir Chérie  | Chuck Berry  |  | Bo Diddley  | Bo Diddley  | Jungle Music (The Blues Collection) | Buddy Whittington and Jim Suhler  | Evil (Do Right by You)  | Texas Scratch  | Quarto Valley Records

Intro Song –  Dyer Davis w/ Victor Wainwright, “Long Way To Go”, Dog Bites Back 
First Set -
 Rhythm Krewe, “She Moves Me”, Unfinished Business 
 Joe Louis Walker, Bruce Katz & Giles Robson, “Mean Old Train”, Journeys To The Heart Of The Blues
 Lil' Jimmy Reed with Ben Levin, “In The Wee Wee Hours”, Back To Baton Rouge 

Second Set –
 Johnny Wheels  & The Swamp Donkeys, “George Fisk”, Keep On Pushin'
 Nick Schnebelen, “What Key Is Trouble In?”, What Key Is Trouble In?
 Johnny King & Friends, “That's It!”, Call It Confusion 

 Third Set – WIB 
Jennifer Lyn & The Groove Revival, “Gypsy Soul”, Gypsy Soul
 Deb Callahan, “What I'm Workin With”, Backbone
 Ana Popovic, “Doin' This”, Power
 Bob Corritore & Friends (Carol Fran), “I Just Need A Friend”, Women In Blues Showcase 
 Fourth Set – 
Backtrack Blues Band, “Dixie Grill”, A Day By The Bay 
 Dyer Davis, “Lefting Up My Soul”, Dog Bites Back
 Will James, “Pack It Up”, Sundancer
 Deuce 'n A Quarter, “Swinging at the Blues”, Keep Moving On

Ian and Ben discuss Ben's crimes against the comedy scene, the controversy around Andrew Tate, and Ian affirms that he is a good person unlike Ben or Andrew.

TORONZO CANNON burst onto the international stage as one the most electrifying bluesmen to emerge from Chicago in decades. His live performances unfailingly earn him heaps of critical praise and hordes of wildly enthusiastic fans. Cannon has played major cities all over the U.S., Canada, and Europe. He will be treating the WoodSongs audience with songs from his latest album, The Preacher, The Politician Or The Pimp. Ben Levin is only 22 years old and making his mark as a blues pianist, vocalist, and songwriter. Based out of Cincinnati, he's played 100 a year shows a year since the age of 15. His albums have been debuted on the top 10 blues albums on iTunes. His most recent album came out October 2021 and is titled 'Still Here'. Elle Townley is a country sweetheart from Texas. At only 13 years old, she's released her single 'One Too Many Heartbreaks'.

  When it comes to Autism: It's not easy. Listen in as Ben Levin, and I discuss his journey of living with Autism, his books, and why he says, “Autism is not a curse. It is a gift.” About Ben Levin Embracing oneself leads to fulfilling one's dreams—including for autistic people, and anyone else whom… Continue reading Donna Gates & Ben Levin Talk About Living with Autism

  When it comes to Autism: It's not easy. Listen in as Ben Levin, and I discuss his journey of living with Autism, his books, and why he says, “Autism is not a curse. It is a gift.” About Ben Levin Embracing oneself leads to fulfilling one's dreams—including for autistic people, and anyone else whom… Continue reading Donna Gates & Ben Levin Talk About Living with Autism

Subscribe to The Locher Room: https://bit.ly/TheLocherRoomPlease join me in The Locher Room to meet three talented authors with three distinct stories to share.Melissa Braverman's new book Notes From A Single Gal In The City – Reflections On Dating & Mating is inspired by her popular blog, SingleGalNYC. The book offers insights about today's dating culture as well as advice geared towards singles 30+ for navigating it. Hailed by fans of her SingleGalNYC blog as New York's real-life Carrie Bradshaw, Melissa has been through it all. From online dating disasters and the trials of texting to cheeky old flames, her stories will strike a chord with anyone juggling modern mores and a desire to meet someone special. With an optimistic tone, Notes From A Single Gal In The City illustrates how the journey to finding love is as important as the destination.Dr. Ziva Bakman-Flamhaft's memoir War Widow: How the Six Day War Changed my Life is a story about a young girl born in Tel Aviv, Israel. Her childhood years were marked by my mother's severe recurrent depression. Like other children she blamed herself for her mother's illness. Nothing original about that. Like many more children around the world, she grew up in times of war. Like other women, she fell madly in love with a man too popular among the opposite sex and got married young in spite of doubting her decision. Again, nothing unusual. Like other women she suffered two miscarriages: a girl, who was too small to survive after twenty-two weeks of pregnancy, and a boy who lived for thirty-six hours after twenty-six weeks of pregnancy. Years later technology would have him survive. Ziva went through a corrective procedure, and was "as good as new," planning another pregnancy.Becoming a young war widow is not extraordinary either. But, seeing your husband burnt beyond recognition and hearing his deafening last breaths, your body succumbing because of the shock, suffering a near death experience, being medically abused in the hospital where you stay while trying desperately to save your pregnancy, losing your unborn child after your husband's death and blaming yourself for depriving your in-laws of the grandchild they wanted so badly, is not an ordinary tale.Dr. Ziva Bakman-Flamhaft is a lecturer in Political Science at Queens College/CUNY, a Fulbright scholar, and a writer and a memoirist. Dr. Bakman-Flamhaft has appeared in numerous academic conferences in the US and abroad and has been a guest lecturer and a speaker in other forums, including radio and TV.Ben Levin is an autistic young adult with a passion for writing. His first young adult novel, “In The Hole,” is out now. In “In The Hole,” nine-year-old David Kimball finds his safe and secure world unexpectedly unraveling after discovering his father has lost the family restaurant business, and subsequently their home. Forced to live in a borrowed car until it too is lost, David, together with his parents and sister, Julia, desperately seek shelter. After finding temporary housing in a decrepit inn, together with other individuals facing homelessness, David struggles to maintain a sense of normalcy even as his family faces the challenges and trauma of being homeless. Over time, through hard work and the support of their family and community, David searches for the inner strength and outward skills needed to help his family triumph over their dire circumstances. Will David and his family make it out of the hole? Ben is a true inspiration to all around him. He says that “Autism is not a curse – it is a gift.Original Airdate: 9/1/2021

Ben has been in love with stories ever since he was a little boy and has written many throughout his life. So many in fact that I can't list them all here so check out his website to see them (link below). Ben joins me this week to chat about where he finds his inspiration as a young author. Ben is also proud to be autistic and wants to use his status as an author on the spectrum to be an example of how autism is not a setback, but a gift. He wants other people on the spectrum to know that they are as capable of following their dreams as anyone else. We chat about his writing process and how it has forced him to be kind to himself when he can't write the same amount he always does because life can become distracting sometimes. Ben shares a few of his upcoming stories and gives some advice to people looking to start writing.  Be sure to check out his website after you listen to this week's episode. Website: https://benlevinauthor.com/

Program scripts and Interview Transcripts are available at this link. Ben Levin is the author of the book In The Hole. Ben's novel is a story depicting a child's experience with homelessness. Ben has been in love with stories ever since he was a little boy. Ben is also proud to be Autistic and wants to use his status as an author to be an example of how Autism is not a setback, but a gift. “Autism is Not A Curse” is one of Ben's favorite sayings. Ben will share with us his personal story of accepting his Autism and how his writing is an important piece of self-acceptance. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/2daysautistic/support

Autism is commonly defined as a neurological disorder that affects communication and social interaction. Although people with autism can have difficulties with these basic tasks, many people see autism as a curse rather than a gift. According to some experts, autism can be beneficial in certain ways because it creates an intense focus on detail and a strong interest in complex topics. This unique perspective can lead to successful careers in fields such as engineering or mathematics.Key Take-Aways From The EpisodeIs Autism a gift or a curse?What was it like growing up with Autism?About Ben's new booksAbout The GuestBen has always loved to write. "In The Hole" is his first young adult novel released by a publishing house. It focuses on a young boy and his homeless family. While Ben is autistic, he chose to research and write about homelessness.Connect With The Guesthttps://benlevinauthor.com/ Sponsored ByThis episode was created and edited using Podcastle. www.podcastle.aiSidekick is a modern browser built to safeguard attention in a world of digital distractions. Sidekick upends the traditional browsing model when users are diverted to ads and excessive pages. sidekickbrowser.comConnect With CrazyFitnessGuyhttps://bit.ly/follow-and-connect-with-crazyfitnessguyConnect With Jimmy Clarehttps://bit.ly/follow-and-connect-with-jimmy-clareFitness Disclaimer:The Service offers health, fitness and nutritional information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other health-care professional. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have read on the Service. The use of any information provided on the Service is solely at your own risk.Help support our show by becoming a CrazyFitnessGuy Premium Podcast subscriber to UNLOCK EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS!https://crazyfitnessguy.supercast.com/

Autism is commonly defined as a neurological disorder that affects communication and social interaction. Although people with autism can have difficulties with these basic tasks, many people see autism as a curse rather than a gift. According to some experts, autism can be beneficial in certain ways because it creates an intense focus on detail and a strong interest in complex topics. This unique perspective can lead to successful careers in fields such as engineering or mathematics.Key Take-Aways From The EpisodeIs Autism a gift or a curse?What was it like growing up with Autism?About Ben's new booksAbout The GuestBen has always loved to write. "In The Hole" is his first young adult novel released by a publishing house. It focuses on a young boy and his homeless family. While Ben is autistic, he chose to research and write about homelessness.Connect With The Guesthttps://benlevinauthor.com/ Leave Us A Voice Message To Be A Part Of The Showhttps://podinbox.com/crazyfitnessguyShow Us Your Love And Support Our Podcast:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/crazyfitnessguyOther ResourcesVisit Our Website: crazyfitnessguy.comShow Notes: crazyfitnessguy.com/podcast-show-notesRate & Review our podcast https://bit.ly/rate-crazyfitnessguy-podcastSubscribe To The Premium Podcast: crazyfitnessguy.com/premium-podcastGet Some Swag: crazyfitnessguy.com/storeSubscribe To Our Channel To Get Notified Of New Video Uploads:http://bit.ly/subscribe-to-crazyfitnessguy-youtube-channelAffiliatesEat Clean Bro - Get healthy meals that is already prepared and cooked for you. All you have to do is heat it up in the microwave or the oven and its ready for you to eat.https://bit.ly/eat-clean-bro-foodHydro Flask - Keep your water colder or warmer for a longer time than a regular water bottle. It can go wherever you go so you can stay hydrated.https://bit.ly/crazyfitnessguy-hydro-flaskFreedom Blocker - Block distracting websites and focus on getting things done. Stop putting things off until tomorrow because you got caught up in watching cat videos on YouTube.https://bit.ly/freedom-block-websiteSponsored ByConnect With CrazyFitnessGuyFacebook: http://bit.ly/CrazyFitnessGuy-FacebookTwitter: http://bit.ly/CrazyFitnessGuy-TwitterLinkedIn: http://bit.ly/crazyfitnessguy-on-linkedinLinkedIn Business Profile: https://bit.ly/crazyfitnessguy-linkedIn-business-profileInstagram: http://bit.ly/crazyfitnessguy-instagram-2Connect With Jimmy ClareFacebook: https://bit.ly/jimmy-clare-facebook-pageTwitter: https://bit.ly/jimmy-clare-speaker-twitterLinkedIn: https://bit.ly/jimmy-clare-linkedInInstagram: https://bit.ly/jimmy-clare-instagram-pageFitness Disclaimer:The Service offers health, fitness and nutritional information and is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace, professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, you should always consult with a physician or other health-care professional. Do not disregard, avoid or delay obtaining medical or health related advice from your health-care professional because of something you may have read on the Service. The use of any information provided on the Service is solely at your own risk.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/crazyfitnessguy-r-healthy-living-podcast7750/donations

In this episode Ben Levin, an autistic teenager author, shares his passion for writing. He has released his first young adult novel, “In The Hole”  and will soon be releasing a children's book series. Ben is a true inspiration to all around him. He says that “Autism is not a curse – it is a gift.” It is a passion he has and the voice he is sharing.     ...   IG: https://www.instagram.com/benlevinauthor/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/BenLevinAuthor Twitter: https://twitter.com/benlevinauthor Web: https://benlevinauthor.com/ Book: ​​https://www.amazon.com/Hole-Ben-Levin/dp/1949184501/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1UVPV4RC44BN1&dchild=1&keywords=ben+levin+in+the+hole&qid=1628695508&sprefix=Ben+Levin+In%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-2   -   If you are feeling the love, make sure to subscribe, rate, and review on Apple Podcast, Stitcher, Spotify, or wherever you are!! If you'd like to be featured on an episode go to: https://NewJerseyBusinessPodcast.Com This episode is sponsored by KEEP MY OFFICE CLEAN.  Learn more at:  https://keepmyofficeclean.com

Loved talking with Ben Levin. We talked about his inspiration shelf, him being told Autism could be cured to him truly being happy with who he is.  Ben is an autistic teenage who has been in love with stories ever since he was a little boy. “Stories constantly pop into my mind like magic and I feel a need to share them with other kids,” says Ben. He is proud to be autistic and is using his status as an author on the spectrum to serve as an example of how autism is not a setback, but a gift. He wants others on the autism spectrum to know that they are as capable of following their dreams as anyone else. “The label doesn't matter,” says Ben. “We are capable of making our dreams come true too!” He is a published author of the multiple-book series, “Nellie's Friends” written for grammar school readers, Ben also authored “Ollie and The Race” for early readers.  His breakout novel, “In The Hole” (Jumpmaster Press, Fall 2021) gives hope and inspiration to young adults and their families who face homelessness and economic insecurities during this challenge time. Ben's greatest wish is to bring joy through his writing to kids all over the world.   To connect with Ben:  https://benlevinauthor.com/ https://www.facebook.com/BenLevinAuthor https://www.instagram.com/benlevinauthor/ https://twitter.com/benlevinauthor Amazon.com: In the Hole (9781949184501): Levin, Ben: Books   This podcast is all about inspiring , connecting and sharing stories   Like, follow and share so we can hear each other and expand the definition of creativity to make it all inclusive!   There are a bunch of exciting things going on at I Am Creative & Express Yourself Publishing to check out: https://www.iamcreativephilly.com/   If you have always wanted to write a book or be in one then check this out... You will be a #1 Amazon Best Seller... https://www.iamcreativephilly.com/express-yourself-publishing-house   We are now gathering contributors for the next multi author book: Creativity Is.... Not Cute It Is Necessary To check it out go to: https://ytcz2qvw8xc.typeform.com/to/YyTyzAnA   Also I Am Creative is now streaming on RVN TV platform. Check out the weekly interviews with incredible guests as we are expanding the definition of creativity and they are teaching me something... so fun! Check it out: https://rvntelevision.com/tv-show/i-am-creative/     Creatively Yours,  Hollis

Today at Show & Tell, find out how Ben Levin and Chamjari Interactive took on the task of designing the website for the 2022 Grammy Awards. Check out their work on the website before the big award show this weekend! https://lu.ma/ChamjariToGrammy #GMIH

Jay and Scott honor Women's History Month with songs about the underappreciated hero of Christmas, Mrs. Claus. Artists include Nat King Cole, Idina Menzel, Angela Lansbury, Jessie Farrell, Brotherly Love, Jane Sheldon, Ben Levin, and Bob Ricci. https://jinglejank.com/episodes/041.html

Jessica “Justice Cow” Kion is back and we go all over the place talking about family, comedy, YouTube, social media, metamodernism, decentralized agriculture, and how we must worship the almighty ALGORITHM or be banished. Jessica is a Boston-based songwriter, singer, artist, animator, YouTuber, and multi-instrumentalist. I am a big fan of her music. She plays bass in Bent Knee and has collaborated with many other artists like Ben Levin (her husband), Adam Neely, Trust Fund Ozu, Cory Wong, Aimee Nolte, Sam Greenfield, Nick Krueger, Kyle Harris, Alambradas, Kit Orion, and many more! You can find her and her stuff on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JusticeCow The song playing at the end is “future” from my favorite album of 2021, underglam: https://open.spotify.com/track/4v2yig7CWHimhd7lmBCcop?si=79cffd1d6b2547e3 Bit Depth 300 Live! https://santiagoramones.com/300live Podcast: https://santiagoramones.com/podcast Music: https://santiagoramones.com/music Discord: https://santiagoramones.com/discord Patreon: https://santiagoramones.com/patreon The music by me playing at the end of the podcast is from this livestream: https://youtu.be/A_MEwROrj74 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/santiagoramones/support

Jessica Kion, also known as Justice Cow, is a Boston-based songwriter, singer, artist, animator, YouTuber, and multi-instrumentalist. I am a big fan of her music. She plays bass in Bent Knee and has collaborated with many other artists like Ben Levin (her husband), Adam Neely, Trust Fund Ozu, Cory Wong, Aimee Nolte, Sam Greenfield, Nick Krueger, Kyle Harris, Alambradas, Kit Orion, and many more! We talked about her journey through music, art, spirituality, morality, and the future. Get to know Jessica! You can find her and her stuff on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JusticeCow The song playing at the end is “show you” from my favorite album of 2021, underglam: https://open.spotify.com/track/0gDsXaKWyDGKYCgpC45Pqo?si=13f9ede700c24f9e Bit Depth 300 Live! https://santiagoramones.com/300live Podcast: https://santiagoramones.com/podcast Music: https://santiagoramones.com/music Discord: https://santiagoramones.com/discord Patreon: https://santiagoramones.com/patreon The music by me playing at the end of the podcast is from this livestream: https://youtu.be/A_MEwROrj74 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/santiagoramones/support

On this episode, we chat with young author Ben Levin about his book "In The Hole", a story of one family's struggle with homelessness. We also dive into the different aspects of homelessness, the research Ben did for this book, his young adult audience and how important storytelling is in children's literature. Ben has been in love with stories ever since he was a little boy and has written many throughout his life. “Stories just constantly pop into my mind like magic, and I feel a need to share them with other kids,” says the teenager. Born in Lexington, Massachusetts, the New England native currently lives in Montvale, New Jersey with his parents, his little brother, Jake, and their two dogs, Stark and Sherlock. When he isn't writing, Ben enjoys reading, playing sports, hanging out with friends—and listening to the Beatles.Ben is also proud to be autistic and wants to use his status as an author on the spectrum to be an example of how autism is not a setback, but a gift. He wants other people on the spectrum to know that they are as capable of following their dreams as anyone else. “The label doesn't matter,” says Ben. “We are capable of making our dreams come true too!”Ben's WebsiteIn The Hole on AmazonJumpmaster PressKristin's WebsiteRalph's LinktreeMike Lupica's WebsiteDISCALIMER:The views expressed on the Hey Let Me Ask You Something Podcast are solely the opinions of your hosts Kristin Wood and Ralph Andracchio and are based on their years of practical and clinical experience. These opinions do not constitute any kind of advice, diagnosis, or treatment of any mental, physical, or emotional issues. If you are having an emergency or any serious ongoing situations please contact your local hospital or a trusted professional. 

 | Artist  | Title  | Album Name  | Album Copyright | Sugar Queen & The Straight Blues Band  | Lovin' Only Keeps A Man  | Better Days  |  | Eric Gales  | The Storm  | Crown  |   |  | Matt Backer  | The Dictator'S Daughter  | BACKERNALIA  |  | Jon Shain & FJ Ventre  | Candle in the Window  | Never Found a Way to Tame the Blues | Andy Lindquist  | Just Like a Bullet  | My Name Is Mud  |  | Robbin Kapsalis and Vintage#18  | Living Large  | Soul Shaker  |  | Ben Levin  | I Wonder What's The Matter  | Still Here  |   |  | Memphissippi Sounds  | You Got the Juice  | Memphissippi  |  | Jimmy Yancey  | Crying In My Sleep  | Blues and Boogie  |  | Hanna PK  | Two and Four  | Blues All Over My Shoes | Sinéad O'Connor  | Trouble Will Soon Be Over  | God Don't Never Change; The Songs of Blind Willie Johnson | Eddie Burns  | Papa's Boogie  | Roots of Rock N' Roll Vol 4 1948 | Johnnie The Gash Gray And Ken Jones  | Tequila  | The Best Of British Rock 'n' Roll (Disc 3) | Carlos Santana  | Breathing Underwater feat. Stella Santana, Avi Snow & MVCA  | Blessings & Miracles  |  | The Blues Against Youth  | Particle Filter Blues  | As The Tide Gets High And Low | Tom Rodwell  | Don't Be a Fugitive All Your Life  | Wood & Waste  | 

Today on the Let Yourself Sparkle Podcast, Ben Levin shares that “Autism is not a curse – it is a gift.” Ben Levin is an autistic teenage with a passion for writing. He has released his first young adult novel, “In The Hole” (Jumpmaster Press), about a  nine-year-old boy named David- who finds his safe and [...] The post How We Can Realize That Challenges We Face Might Be A Gift, Not A Curse… And That Embracing Who We Are Can Enable Us To Thrive appeared first on Let Yourself Sparkle.

I've got lots of great blues in the next hour of The Roadhouse, organized, I think, in a way that'll make sense to you. Witout a any special sets or focus this week, there's just a flow from the first minute to the sixtieth. Tito Jackson, Danny Bryant, Ben Levin, Joanne Shaw Taylor, and Robert Cray are all ahead. It's an hour organized quite sensibly and another hour of the finest blues you've never heard.

Ben Levin has been in love with stories ever since he was a little boy and has written many throughout his life. “Stories just constantly pop into my mind like magic, and I feel a need to share them with other kids,” says the teenager. Published author of the multiple book series Nellie's Friends, written for grammar school readers, Ben also authored Ollie and the Race for early readers. His breakout novel, In the Hole, offers to give hope and inspiration to young adults and their families who face homelessness and economic insecurities during this challenging time in history as we collectively face a global pandemic. Ben's greatest wish is “to bring joy through my writing to kids all over the world.” Born in Lexington, Massachusetts, the New England native currently lives in Montvale, New Jersey with his parents, his little brother Jake, and their two dogs, Stark and Sherlock. Visit : https://benlevinauthor.com This episode is sponsored by PodGO. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Levin has been in love with stories ever since he was a little boy and has written many throughout his life. “Stories just constantly pop into my mind like magic, and I feel a need to share them with other kids,” says the teenager. Published author of the multiple book series Nellie's Friends, written for grammar school readers, Ben also authored Ollie and the Race for early readers. His breakout novel, In the Hole, offers to give hope and inspiration to young adults and their families who face homelessness and economic insecurities during this challenging time in history as we collectively face a global pandemic. Ben's greatest wish is “to bring joy through my writing to kids all over the world.” Born in Lexington, Massachusetts, the New England native currently lives in Montvale, New Jersey with his parents, his little brother Jake, and their two dogs, Stark and Sherlock. Visit : https://benlevinauthor.com This episode is sponsored by PodGO. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lucia-matuonto/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Author Ben Levin talks about his new book “In The Hole” giving hope and inspiration to young adults and families who face homelessness and economic insecurities during a crisis! Ben is an autistic teenager with a love of books and passion for writing including “Ollie and the Race” and the “Nellie's Friends” Series and encourages everyone to follow their dreams! Check out his latest book on Amazon and www.benlevinauthor.com ! #benlevin #author #autistic #autism #inthehole #homelessness #books #ollieandtherace #nelliesfriends #benlevinauthor #amazon #audible #iheartradio #spreaker #spotify #itunes #googleplay #applemusic #youtube #anchorfm #mikewagner #themikewagnershow #mikewagnerbenlevin #themikewagnershowbenlevin --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/themikewagnershow/support

I sat down with Ben and discuss his novel In The Hole and what inspired him to write about homelessness. We also discuss autism and many of the other causes he wishes to champion. He is truly an inspiration. **********Ben Levin is an autistic, 18-year-old who has a love for writing. He has written the novel, “In The Hole” about homelessness from a teen perspective.https://benlevinauthor.com/aboutAccording to Ben, “Autism is a gift, not a curse.”When it comes to “Better To…”, Ben embraces his autism and looks to share stories with others, create awareness in topics that are important to him (such as homelessness), and to encourage others to make their dreams come true.Needless to say --- he's amazing!Embracing oneself leads to fulfilling one's dreams—including for autistic people, and anyone else whom others consider “less than.” -Ben LevinBen has been in love with stories ever since he was a little boy and has written many throughout his life. “Stories just constantly pop into my mind like magic, and I feel a need to share them with other kids,” says the teenager. Born in Lexington, Massachusetts, the New England native currently lives in Montvale, New Jersey with his parents, his little brother, Jake, and their two dogs, Stark and Sherlock. When he isn't writing, Ben enjoys reading, playing sports, hanging out with friends—and listening to the Beatles.Published author of the multiple book series Nellie's Friends, written for grammar school readers, Ben also authored Ollie and the Race for early readers. His breakout novel, In the Hole, offers to give hope and inspiration to young adults and their families who face homelessness and economic insecurities during this challenging time in history as we collectively face a global pandemic. Ben's greatest wish is “to bring joy through my writing to kids all over the world.” Ben is also proud to be autistic and wants to use his status as an author on the spectrum to be an example of how autism is not a setback, but a gift. He wants other people on the spectrum to know that they are as capable of following their dreams as anyone else. “The label doesn't matter,” says Ben. “We are capable of making our dreams come true too!”Ben has always been a proponent of encouraging people to follow their dreams. When Ben's first book was self-published in eighth grade, a friend made a comment about how Ben's dream was coming true and how that inspired him to go after his own dreams more. Ever since then, Ben has wanted to use his writing as an example that if people work hard enough and believe in themselves, then their dreams can come true too. https://benlevinauthor.com/homelessness-resources*******Video of the interview is available here: https://youtu.be/ExJr3r3FolIHave a question or want to be a guest on the podcast email: dauna@bettertopodcast.comTo see upcoming guests click here: https://www.dmneedom.com/better-topodcast©2021 Better To...Podcast with D. M.NeedomSupport the show

Join us today to hear from Ben Levin, and his mother Susan. Ben was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder at age 5. He is an avid reader and a published author, he has written over 150 books! Ben discusses a profound change he went through during the COVID-19 Pandemic in 2020. His outlook and message about his status as a person with autism, has become one of self-embrace after many years of feeling “less than” as a result of his diagnosis. Tune in to learn more about Ben!