Podcast appearances and mentions of Ben Steele

In this episode of Cosmic Top Secret, host Michael John Williams is joined by Ben Steele, Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and author of The World That Wasn't: Henry Wallace and the Fate of the American Century. Together, they dive deep into the fascinating yet polarizing life of Henry Wallace, former U.S. Vice President under FDR, and his role in shaping (and almost reshaping) mid-20th-century American and Soviet foreign policy.Music is considered “royalty-free” and discovered on Story Blocks.Technical Podcast Support by Jon Keur at Wayfare Recording Co.

Bryan Dee and Matt Yeazel get you ready for a Top 15 showdown between Marquette and Purdue, did Kam Jones performance against Maryland solidify him as a National Player of the Year candidate, which Marquette player will end up having the best pro-career; Kam Jones, Oso Ighodaro, Tyler Kolek or O-Max Prosper, Marquette beat-writer Ben Steele stops by to discuss tonight's matchup and what is the best regular season win in the Shaka Smart era?

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Ben Steele is a seasoned marketing and brand development leader, having most recently served as REI's inaugural chief customer officer. Prior to carving out this new role at the Co-op, Ben began at REI in 2014 as chief creative officer. Over more than ten years at one of the country's largest and most preeminent outdoor retailers, Ben has led brand stewardship and strategy, shepherded large-scale marketing initiatives, engaged and grown REI's 24.5 million-strong worldwide membership, and connected essential merchandising, digital, and physical assets – amongst many other functions at the Co-op – all with the goal of sharing and facilitating a deep passion for the outdoors.Ben and Roy discuss the inspiration for creating the chief customer officer role (as well as the challenges of being the first to occupy the position), navigating the ever-changing context of customer experience, and vital competencies he's learned to nurture and develop within his teams.Highlights from our conversation include:His initial action items upon joining REI (3:57)How Ben translated REI's brand and culture through its employee base (6:07)The functions reporting into the chief customer officer role and the structure of Ben's former team (9:55)Opportunities he's had to bring the REI brand life for customers and members (12:35)Necessary adaptations and evolutions at REI in the past five years  (17:42)The ways in which being a part of a co-op influenced Ben's approach to leadership and collaboration (20:40)How to determine whether or not a company is serving their customers well (26:58)Ben's predictions for the future of retail (32:03)Recommended resources for professional development, news, and networking (35:48)Visit HowIHire.com for transcripts and more on this episode.Follow Roy Notowitz and Noto Group Executive Search on LinkedIn for updates and featured career opportunities.Subscribe to How I Hire:AppleSpotifyAmazon

Rick talks to the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel's Ben Steele about Marquette's offseason and the Golden Eagles' outlook for 2024-25.

Vicki Bourns (Director of the Utah Division of Arts and Museums) joins Utah's First Lady, Abby Cox, to remember Alice Merrill Horne, an innovative Utah artist and politician who helped establish a state arts organization and a state collection of artwork in 1899, and how the Utah Division of Arts and Museums helps care for art throughout the state. Then Vicki talks about a new state-of-the-art storage space that will protect Utah’s art for years.  We are also joined by Ben Steele (Helper-based Artist), who opens up about finding his unique art style, how Helper’s booming art community has helped give the town new life, and his commissioned piece honoring Alice Merrill Horne.  Lastly, in honor of the Utah Division of Arts and Museums’ 125th anniversary, we preview an upcoming exhibit set to open on December 10th at Utah Valley University’s Museum of Art. Related Links UA&M: https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/ Alice Merrill Home Art Collection: https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/alice-merrill-horne-art-collection/ UA&M 125th Anniversary: https://artsandmuseums.utah.gov/125th-anniversary/#:~:text=On%20March%209%2C%201899%2C%20the,makes%202024%20our%20125th%20anniversary! Ben Steele: https://bensteeleart.com/

While Trey McBride is coming off a career year in 2023, his position coach wants more in 2024. Tight end coach Ben Steele joined Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to talk about the rapid ascension of McBride and how he can take his game to the next level, the addition of rookie Tip Reiman and the offseason work put in by Elijah Higgins. Plus, Kyle Vanden Bosch joins the show to talk about the first padded practice, Kyler Murray's leadership, how impressive Darius Robinson looks on the defensive line and the value of having a teammate like center Hjalte Froholdt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While Trey McBride is coming off a career year in 2023, his position coach wants more in 2024. Tight end coach Ben Steele joined Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to talk about the rapid ascension of McBride and how he can take his game to the next level, the addition of rookie Tip Reiman and the offseason work put in by Elijah Higgins. Plus, Kyle Vanden Bosch joins the show to talk about the first padded practice, Kyler Murray's leadership, how impressive Darius Robinson looks on the defensive line and the value of having a teammate like center Hjalte Froholdt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bucks writers Jim Owczarski and Ben Steele join host JR Radcliffe to discuss the upcoming NBA draft. Will the Bucks keep the players they select, and if so, which players are most intriguing? How does Milwaukee's financial situation play into the picture. Can they trade a veteran and still get better? Ben discusses what he expects for the Marquette University players in the draft. Plus: Can the Bucks really hang with this Celtics team next year? And the return of Darvin Ham. Music intro produced by Olivia Reiner and voiced by Michelle Rutkowski. Music during segments from SoundCloud, "Pursuit Music Logo."

Why is it so easy to get helpful content so wrong?  Wix's Mordy Oberstein and Crystal Carter are joined by Search Engine Journal's Managing Editor, Ben Steele, to analyze content-focused SEO and how you can write great content that actually has meaning.  Plus, we go straight to the source to see what Google's People Also Ask tells us about how Google sees ‘good content'. We put the helpful into content this week as we teach you how to create content that your audience will crave on this episode of the SERP's Up SEO Podcast! Key Segments [00:02:09] What's On This Episode of SERP's Up? [00:04:03] Focus Topic of the Week: Creating Good Content [00:05:05] Focus Topic Guest: Ben Steele [00:31:42] Fun with People Also Ask  [00:39:16] Snappy News [00:48:05] Follow of the Week Hosts, Guests, & Featured People: Mordy Oberstein Crystal Carter  Ben Steele Angie Nikoleychuk Heather Campbell Resources: SERP's Up Podcast Wix SEO Learning Hub Searchlight SEO Newsletter Wix Studio Wix Studio YouTube Google Ranking Systems & Signals 2024 The Rise of Situational Content News: Google: Sometimes Search Experiments Conflict Causing Issues 13 SEO takeaways from Google's Elizabeth Tucker at SMX Advanced Head of Google Search: AI mistakes won't prevent progress

On this episode of the American Art Collective we chat with artist Ben Steele. Ben takes us on his artist's journey from growing up in Washington to moving to Utah as a teenager. We talk about our shared fascination with pop-culture and explains his techniques that bring his sought after work to life. Ben also helps cultivate the growing art scene in Helper, Utah where he continues to blend the traditional processes with a contemporary edge. This episode is sponsored by Western Art Collector Magazine.

The Big East has been experiencing a very successful postseason so far as all three men's teams have advanced to the Sweet 16 while UConn is back in the Sweet 16 on the women's side for the 30th year in a row. Meanwhile, Seton Hall is heading to the NIT Final Four at Hinkle while Villanova can punch their ticket to the WBIT Final Four (also at Hinkle) tonight. Joining me on this episode to preview the Sweet 16 and Elite 8 are UConn broadcaster Adam Giardino, Marquette beat writer Ben Steele, and Creighton alum Jordan Scurry!

Bill talks March Madness and previews Marquette's game against WKU with the Journal Sentinel's Ben Steele. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bryan Dee is LIVE from Fiserv Forum as he previews the Golden Eagles matchup against DePaul, recaps MU's loss at UConn, JS Marquette beat writer Ben Steele joins to give his thoughts on the matchup and what is your favorite moment of the Shaka Smart era thus far?

Bill continues to take calls from listeners reacting to the hire of Jeff Hafley and talks Marquette with Ben Steele from the Journal Sentinel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 647 - Cardinals tight ends coach Ben Steele joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about Trey McBride's breakout season and his developing blocking skills, the collective upside of the tight end group, working for Jonathan Gannon and more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf preview the upcoming divisional round of the NFL playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley are joined with Cardinals' Tight End coach Ben Steele as they discuss the the highs and lows of the team this past season and what they need to improve on for the upcoming season.

Ep. 647 - Cardinals tight ends coach Ben Steele joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about Trey McBride's breakout season and his developing blocking skills, the collective upside of the tight end group, working for Jonathan Gannon and more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf preview the upcoming divisional round of the NFL playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Cartagena is LIVE from Fiserv Forum as he previews the Golden Eagles matchup against Villanova, JS Marquette beat writer Ben Steele joins to give his thoughts on the matchup along with MU's recent struggles and an update on Marquette's injuries.

LIVE from Fiserv Forum Bryan Dee gets you ready for the Golden Eagles Big East matchup with Butler, Journal-Sentinel Marquette beat writer Ben Steele joins the show with his thoughts on the matchup with the Bulldogs and another nomination for a postseason award for Tyler Kolek.

In this episode with Ben, we discuss the role of nutrition in the management of Osteoarthritis. We cover how and why weight loss can be an effective treatment strategy and how we can implement this appropriately in our Physiotherapy treatment sessions. Finally, we cover the role of essential nutrients and different supplementation in the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Want to learn more about nutrition in Physiotherapy? Ben recently did a very insightful Masterclass with us called Nutrition 101 for Physiotherapists where he goes into further depth on nutrition in Physiotherapy.

Bryan Dee and Tony Cartagena look back at the Golden Eagles loss at Wisconsin, Journal-Sentinel Marquette beat writer Ben Steele stops by to preview Marquette's matchup with Texas and the guys go over memorable players from the Longhorns hoops team.

The most important thing you can do if you are worried about ranking is write content that satisfies intent and fulfills the aspirations of E-E-A-T. –Ben Steele, 09:11 Join us as we talk about the biggest updates to Google Ranking Factors this year, and what that means for you as we head into 2024.  Our very own senior editor of ebooks, Ben Steele, gives you the behind-the-scene scoop on what factors really matter now. More than 200 hours went into researching and gathering our findings on the signals that have been officially declared, at one point or another in time, as Google ranking factors. Ben brings you the impact behind the BIG updates made this year: E-E-A-T, Google's redefining of page experience, the developments around systems and signals, and more. Listen in as Ben and host Loren Baker, two of SEJ's brightest SEO professionals, talk Google Ranking Factors. Discussion designed for search professionals and marketing managers planning for next year.   Notable: Suppose you do build content that is comprehensive enough to display authority in your experience. In that case, the aspiration is that content will float to the top regardless of more manipulative tactics. –Ben Steele, 10:14 When people have asked me what's our secret to ranking content at SEJ, I've always told them the publish button because we've been building this brand, this entity, and this trust for 20-plus years. –Loren Baker, 13:48 Google is evaluating links more qualitatively. Keywords are still huge, but the number doesn't matter anymore. It's about the way you use them. –Ben Steele, 22:30 [03:30] - Google ranking factors 2023: What's changed and what remains? [10:14] - Keywords and links vs. content and E-E-A-T in today's SEO. [22:30] - Google's qualitative approach to evaluating ranking factors. [27:39] - Building E-E-A-T for smaller sites to compete with big brands. [29:42] - Generative AI content's ranking performance post-updates. [37:24] - Long-term success with E-E-A-T and user intent. [43:27] - Curation as a strategy against generative AI in SEO. [46:52] - How to access the Google Ranking Factors ebook. Keeping your nose clean, don't engage in the quick win strategies that are technically spam because Google has come out and straight up said if it's defined as spam under our guidelines, relevancy doesn't matter. –Ben Steele, 33:33 Curation is something you can lean into as a small business. There is still going to be a demand for human curation. –Ben Steele, 43:27 You can become a trusted source of curation for your audience... that's one thing that language models are not good at: being a source of well-curated information that you need right now. –Ben Steele, 44:29 Those factors of E-E-A-T  will be critical for inoculating your business from the negative impacts of AI implemented by big platforms... the experience and the trust. –Ben Steele, 45:53   Resources: Get the Ranking Factors ebook: https://bit.ly/3tFXB53 Subscribe to our newsletter: https://bit.ly/3Q64Cni    Connect with Ben Steele: Ben Steele, the Senior Editor at SEJ, boasts profound expertise in digital content. Though he didn't initially aim to become an SEO strategist, the skills he acquired for his role, combined with his self-initiated research into digital marketing, unveiled his genuine passion in this field. His experience in professional theater not only refined his work ethic and leadership abilities but also fostered other invaluable attributes such as creativity. Now, at SEJ, Ben contributes to their ebooks, consistently providing fresh perspectives and strategic content advice. Through his SEO endeavors, he artfully weaves the nuances of human experiences, journeys, and expressions into enlightening lessons for others. Connect with Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/writerbensteele/    Connect with Loren Baker, Founder of Search Engine Journal: Follow him on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/lorenbaker  Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorenbaker   

Bill and Grant debate what a "rebuild" is, and react to comments from Matt LaFleur. Then Bill talks Marquette with Ben Steele from the Journal Sentinel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we will talk with Ben Steele, who is the Tight Ends coach of the Arizona Cardinals and we'll learn about the fruits of being consistent with all aspects of our lives: faith, family and football. Also, we'll talk about the rosaries that Ben makes and gives to people to encourage them in their faith walk as was done to him earlier in his life. For more information on how to support US Veterans and their families, go to: www.playthenextplay.org

Using data gathered from 3,890 SEO professionals for our annual State of SEO report, we're ready to give you new insights on the disruptive factors in the industry. From the rise of generative AI to shifting content trends, there are many opportunities to use these new disruptions to your advantage and stay ahead in such a competitive time. Ben Steele, senior editor at Search Engine Journal, joined me on this SEJ Show to break down the three significant disruptions in the SEO world and the opportunities they present. We examined the process behind implementing generative AI and what AI might look like next year. Get tactics for communicating your SEO value, tips on new ways to cultivate your audience, and new content creation strategies for facing changing trends. People noted that generative AI would be the biggest disruptor. However, respondents are largely positive; they feel optimistic about the impact of generative AI and its potential to affect their business's bottom line. I think there's an interesting duality to note there. It's disrupting many things, but people are still excited about it. –Ben Steele, 04:33 You bring up a great point about adapting focus. The industry is incredibly dynamic. With the acceleration of AI, changes in search engine algorithms, and evolving user behavior, SEO professionals need to be agile. They have to reassess and adapt their metric priorities in real time to ensure they're capturing the most relevant data, which translates to business value. That could be the reason we had to revisit the metrics we included in this year's survey. –Ben Steele, 20:29 While I can't predict the future with absolute certainty, what's clear is that the traditional role of an SEO professional is already transforming. SEO is becoming increasingly interdisciplinary. It's no longer just about optimizing for search engines; it's about optimizing for user experience, understanding data analytics, and even having some proficiency with AI and machine learning models. –Ben Steele, 21:15   [00:00] - About Ben. [03:57] - Top disruptors in SEO. [04:33] - Has generative AI affected search yet? [07:07] - User behavior toward new technology: voice search example. [10:46] - Freelancers moving to permanent positions. [12:15] - Impact of layoffs in tech companies. [16:34] - Priority metrics for SEO professionals. [18:05] - Agency vs. in-house SEO communication struggles. [22:20] - Importance of click-through rate as a metric. [27:25] - SEO's role in ecommerce and Google Shopping. [28:53] - Content's role in SEO. [29:37] - Top barriers to SEO success. [30:57] - Communication barriers in SEO. [32:31] - Frequency of Google updates. [34:01] - Changes in Google SERPs. [34:36] - Major takeaways in the SEO report. [36:46] - Navigating SEO algorithm changes. [38:03] - Communicating SEO value.   Resources mentioned:  State of SEO 2024 - https://www.searchenginejournal.com/state-of-seo/ An SEO's job is not just to drive traffic; it's to complete that journey all the way down to the checkout. –Loren Baker, 26:08 What we're seeing is a shift in focus. Last year, people were going back to basics and focusing on technical SEO. This year, we're seeing a greater emphasis on understanding audience intent and traffic quality, not just raw numbers, but what this traffic means. –Ben Steele, 22:22 People are no longer convinced by the promise of getting you to page one for any term you want because the question becomes, 'Page one for what? For something that nobody searches for?' –Ben Steele, 38:03 For more content like this, subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/searchenginejournal Are you looking to keep up with current and effective digital marketing today? Check out https://www.searchenginejournal.com for everything you need to know within the digital marketing space and improve your skills as an internet marketer.   Connect with Ben Steele:   Ben Steele, the Senior Editor at SEJ, boasts profound expertise in digital content. Though he didn't initially aim to become an SEO strategist, the skills he acquired for his role, combined with his self-initiated research into digital marketing, unveiled his genuine passion in this field. His experience in professional theater not only refined his work ethic and leadership abilities but also fostered other invaluable attributes such as creativity. Now, at SEJ, Ben contributes to their ebooks, consistently providing fresh perspectives and strategic content advice. Through his SEO endeavors, he artfully weaves the nuances of human experiences, journeys, and expressions into enlightening lessons for others. Connect with Ben on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/writerbensteele/ Connect with Loren Baker, Founder of Search Engine Journal: Follow him on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/lorenbaker  Connect with him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorenbaker   

Therapy Live is around the corner and Ben Steele-Turner is speaking on the Introducing Stage!! In this Chewing It Over he discusses his topic Nutrition In MSK with Justin. Find Ben on Instagram @physiutrition Join Ben at Therapy Live with a ticket here

Ben Steele is an entrepreneur, cinematographer, and photographer. His new series "After the Uniform" is live on youtube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZR5ElDpG7wQ Follow him on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/benj_steele/Follow him on Tik Tok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@benj.steele

It's a full house for a lengthy Point Forward Podcast, with Jim Owczarski, Lori Nickel, Ben Steele and JR Radcliffe looking at the best of the 2022-23 season. Who was the team's non-Giannis MVP? What was the best game? The biggest surprise? The coolest moment? They also discuss the team's relative health heading into the playoffs, especially Khris Middleton. Is he going to be here next year? Plus, another look at the flour possible opponents in the first round, which begins Sunday (but Milwaukee won't know the foe until Friday). Should Ray Allen's jersey be up in the rafters? Music intro produced by Olivia Reiner and voiced by Michelle Rutkowski. Music during segments from SoundCloud, "Pursuit Music Logo."

Journal Sentinel reporters Ben Steele, Lori Nickel and Jim Owczarski join host JR Radcliffe to discuss Milwaukee's lopsided loss to Boston and how it impacts the confidence that Milwaukee can indeed win the Eastern Conference. At least the team bounced back with a big win over Philadelphia on Sunday. Plus: Could the 76ers realistically supplant either Boston or Milwaukee? What would a potential long-term Grayson Allen do to the lineup? How about Thanasis Antetokounmpo's one-game suspension for a head butt? A look back at the notable events in a win over Indiana, with one player netting a triple-double (Giannis) and another scoring 51 points (Jrue). What are the stories everyone will remember from the 2022-23 regular season now that it's heading to an end? Music intro produced by Olivia Reiner and voiced by Michelle Rutkowski. Music during segments from SoundCloud, "Pursuit Music Logo."

Marquette Golden Eagles reporter Ben Steele joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Marquette men's basketball team's draw in the NCAA Tournament, including a No. 2 seed and first-round meeting with Vermont. They look at the potential matchups that await, including with No. 1 seed Purdue, and gauge how strong their chances are. Where does MU rank this season relative to other teams in recent history?

This isn't an episode about the Milwaukee Bucks, but it is about another big Milwaukee basketball story. Host JR Radcliffe and Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reporter Ben Steele chat about the Marquette men's team, which went from picked ninth in the preseason to outright champion in the Big East Conference. What's made Shaka Smart so effective in his second season, even without liberal use of the transfer portal this year? Can he win national coach of the year? Why has the team risen above expectations? What makes them a tough out in the tournament, and what makes them vulnerable? Both Marquette and the Bucks play at home Saturday, so expect a fun doubleheader of Cream City hoops. Music intro produced by Olivia Reiner and voiced by Michelle Rutkowski. Music during segments from SoundCloud, "Pursuit Music Logo."

An in depth look Marquette, ahead of tonight's big game against Creighton.

Ben Steele, Marquette's beat writer for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, joins the show to preview Wednesday night's massive Big East tilt between No. 16 Xavier and No. 11 Marquette. The winner of this game will have sole possession of first place in the conference.  Paul recaps a crazy Tuesday night from around the country, including two double OT games in the Big East. Paul previews a loaded Wednesday night slate of hoops. Paul's Pick of the Day presented by BetFred Sportsbook won for the second night in a row on Tuesday.

Bobby is joined by Ben Steele of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel after No. 10 Marquette had no problems in earing the season sweep over the Hoyas on Saturday. Other topics include Marquette's high-flying offense, Tyler Kolek and how Shaka Smart has reinvented himself since coming over from Texas. Ben also gives his thoughts on the Big East, Georgetown and coaching searches. It's all here so subscribe and listen today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Steele, American is a documentary podcast limited series inspired by the book "Tears in the Darkness - The story of the Bataan Death March" by Elizabeth and Michael Norman and is hosted by Alec Baldwin.  In episode 7, Ben is transported on a hell ship to Japan to work in a coal mine as a slave laborer. Listen to Ben Steele, American on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-ben-steele-american-98570427/ Produced by Jan Thompson, Zach McNees, and Alec Baldwin. Jan Thompson is our writer and editor.  Zach McNees is our mixer, and post production supervisor. Ben Steele American is inspired by the book Tears in the Darkness by Elizabeth and Michael Norman. The cover art for each episode features original art by Ben Steele himself with graphic design by Ben Dunmore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Steele, American is a documentary podcast limited series inspired by the book "Tears in the Darkness - The story of the Bataan Death March" by Elizabeth and Michael Norman and is hosted by Alec Baldwin.  In episode 8, Ben goes home and, after a difficult period of adjustment, establishes himself as a celebrated artist. Listen to Ben Steele, American on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-ben-steele-american-98570427/ Produced by Jan Thompson, Zach McNees, and Alec Baldwin. Jan Thompson is our writer and editor.  Zach McNees is our mixer, and post production supervisor. Ben Steele American is inspired by the book Tears in the Darkness by Elizabeth and Michael Norman. The cover art for each episode features original art by Ben Steele himself with graphic design by Ben Dunmore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Steele, American is a documentary podcast limited series inspired by the book "Tears in the Darkness - The story of the Bataan Death March" by Elizabeth and Michael Norman and is hosted by Alec Baldwin.  In episode 5, Ben and those on the death march reach Camp O'Donnell, which would come to be known as the Andersonville of the Pacific. Listen to Ben Steele, American on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-ben-steele-american-98570427/ Produced by Jan Thompson, Zach McNees, and Alec Baldwin. Jan Thompson is our writer and editor.  Zach McNees is our mixer, and post production supervisor. Ben Steele American is inspired by the book Tears in the Darkness by Elizabeth and Michael Norman. The cover art for each episode features original art by Ben Steele himself with graphic design by Ben Dunmore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Steele, American is a documentary podcast limited series inspired by the book "Tears in the Darkness - The story of the Bataan Death March" by Elizabeth and Michael Norman and is hosted by Alec Baldwin.  In episode 6, Ben volunteers for a work detail to escape Camp O'Donnell. This work detail is considered to be one of the worst in history. Listen to Ben Steele, American on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-ben-steele-american-98570427/ Produced by Jan Thompson, Zach McNees, and Alec Baldwin. Jan Thompson is our writer and editor.  Zach McNees is our mixer, and post production supervisor. Ben Steele American is inspired by the book Tears in the Darkness by Elizabeth and Michael Norman. The cover art for each episode features original art by Ben Steele himself with graphic design by Ben Dunmore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Steele, American is a documentary podcast limited series inspired by the book "Tears in the Darkness - The story of the Bataan Death March" by Elizabeth and Michael Norman and is hosted by Alec Baldwin.  In episode 3, we learn the fate of Ben Steele and the Filipino and American defenders when they are attacked by imperial Japan. Listen to Ben Steele, American on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-ben-steele-american-98570427/ Produced by Jan Thompson, Zach McNees, and Alec Baldwin. Jan Thompson is our writer and editor.  Zach McNees is our mixer, and post production supervisor. Ben Steele American is inspired by the book Tears in the Darkness by Elizabeth and Michael Norman. The cover art for each episode features original art by Ben Steele himself with graphic design by Ben Dunmore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Steele, American is a documentary podcast limited series inspired by the book "Tears in the Darkness - The story of the Bataan Death March" by Elizabeth and Michael Norman and is hosted by Alec Baldwin.  In episode 4, we hear from Ben Steele and other survivors of the Bataan death march. Listen to Ben Steele, American on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-ben-steele-american-98570427/ Produced by Jan Thompson, Zach McNees, and Alec Baldwin. Jan Thompson is our writer and editor.  Zach McNees is our mixer, and post production supervisor. Ben Steele American is inspired by the book Tears in the Darkness by Elizabeth and Michael Norman. The cover art for each episode features original art by Ben Steele himself with graphic design by Ben Dunmore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Steele, American is a documentary podcast limited series inspired by the book "Tears in the Darkness - The story of the Bataan Death March", hosted by Alec Baldwin.  American forces were unprepared for what lay ahead in their looming battle with the Japanese Imperial Army. What were the historical influences that made the Japanese soldier such a terrorizing force? Did Americans even know what had happened to the Chinese in Nanjing? Listen to Ben Steele, American on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-ben-steele-american-98570427/ Produced by Jan Thompson, Zach McNees, and Alec Baldwin. Jan Thompson is our writer and editor.  Zach McNees is our mixer, and post production supervisor. Ben Steele American is inspired by the book Tears in the Darkness by Elizabeth and Michael Norman. The cover art for each episode features original art by Ben Steele himself with graphic design by Ben Dunmore.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Steele, American is a documentary podcast limited series inspired by the book "Tears in the Darkness - The story of the Bataan Death March", hosted by Alec Baldwin. Many people today are unfamiliar with the story of what happened to American servicemen on the Bataan Peninsula in April of 1942. Our podcast is entitled Ben Steele American. Ben Steele survived the misery of his captivity and went on, almost unbelievably, to live to be 98 years old in his native Montana, pursuing his passion as an artist. Listen to Ben Steele, American on iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-ben-steele-american-98570427/ Produced by Jan Thompson, Zach McNees, and Alec Baldwin. Jan Thompson is our writer and editor.  Zach McNees is our mixer, and post production supervisor. Ben Steele American is inspired by the book Tears in the Darkness by Elizabeth and Michael Norman. The cover art for each episode features original art by Ben Steele himself with graphic design by Ben Dunmore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben Steele, American is a documentary podcast limited series inspired by the book "Tears in the Darkness - The story of the Bataan Death March" and is narrated by Alec Baldwin.  A boy from rural Montana, sent to the Philippines, Ben Steele became a prisoner-of-war within the first five months of the outbreak of World War II. He survived the infamous Bataan Death March and other horrific events. He was given last rites three times in the prison camp and miraculously survived. While recovering in the prison hospital he began to draw with the charcoal from the fire pit. Drawing helped keep Ben sane for the duration of his imprisonment. After a 62 -day trip on a hell ship Ben ended up in Japan as a slave laborer in a coal mine. After the war he studied art with several famous artists such as John Teyral, Jack Levine, Hans Mueller and George Grosz. Ben taught art at a college in Billings Montana and had a particular empathy for, and influence on, students who had suffered traumas in their own lives. Ben thought of himself as just a regular guy. But he was a talented artist, wonderful teacher and mentor and a wonderful human being admired by everyone who met him. This is the story of Ben Steele; the best of human beings in the worst of times. Ben Steele, American has first person interviews with over thirty former prisoners-of-war including numerous Bataan Death March survivors. The podcast has interviews with notable history scholars from around the world. Interviews with Ben Steele were acquired over a span thirty years. Listen to Ben Steele, American on the iHeartRadio app or wherever you get your podcasts. https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-ben-steele-american-98570427/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back with another episode in our For the Love of Favorite Pastimes series, and this week, we're talking about the great outdoors. And in case you think this topic is just for those of you who find their greatest joy loading up piles of gear to go hiking for 20 miles every weekend, or for all the rabid runners, cyclists, swimmers, campers, and the rest of you that make the other half of us real, real tired––there's something for all of us who may like being outside, even those who aren't necessarily the outdoorsy type. Maybe your jam is barbecuing outside with friends, or sitting on your porch swing à la Jen Hatmaker. At the end of the day ,we can all agree (and science proves) that spending time in nature makes a person happier. And that's the message this week's guest is taking to the masses. Ben Steele is the Chief Customer Officer at REI - the nation's largest consumer co-op for the outdoor community.  Ben didn't grow up with an innate love for nature, even though it was a part of his family's life in Idaho. It wasn't until he found his own outdoor personality as an adult that he truly appreciated the benefits of spending time outside (and surprise– it doesn't have to involve driving miles away from home or having oodles of gear).    * * * Thank you to our sponsors!   Rothy's | Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/forthelove.    KiwiCo | Get 30% off your first month plus free shipping on any crate line at kiwico.com using code FORTHELOVE.    Betterhelp | Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/forthelove and get 10% off your first month.  Thought-Provoking Quotes “There is science that says when folks have access to green spaces, have access to clean air, have access to time outside, you're healthier as an individual and at a societal level.” – Ben Steele   “The only part of your day you truly control is what time you get up. So I get up early to get my time outdoors every day on the weekdays. And there's definitely days I'd rather stay in bed, but if I put it off for the end of the day, there's always something that comes up.” – Ben Steele   “The outside is not an equally safe space for everybody. It's certainly true for women. It's certainly true for people of color. It's certainly true for even different identity groups. And so we've got to be honest about everything from racist naming of outdoor places, to a legacy of stolen land, to the reality that, depending on who I am, I may not feel that comfortable outside or around other people.” – Ben Steele   “Relatively early in COVID [REI] had built a beautiful new headquarters and we sold it. We made the decision that we'd rather have these dollars working for our employees, working for our customers, working for our business. So we've been in a virtual environment with a couple of satellite offices for the last few years. And that was a big change for our headquarters. We're  trying to recognize, ‘wow, my days at home are really efficient and really effective and productive. My days in the office are really connected.' Both of those things matter.” - Ben Steele on achieving work life balance.    “I think for somebody who says I'm not an outdoors person, I'm not outdoorsy. I think what I'd ask is what they like to do outside? And it might be a barbecue in the backyard with their family. They love to sit on the front porch and watch the world go by. They love to watch a sunset or they love birds. Whatever you like, find a way to pursue that.” – Ben Steele Books & Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeREI Co-Op  REI Gear Trade-In Connect with Jen!Jen's website Jen's InstagramJen's Twitter Jen's FacebookJen's YouTube