Podcast appearances and mentions of Benjamin Banks

Welcome to  part 2 of episode 272 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. Apologies for the late episode.  This week  Kendra (@sniperofmyheart) is joined by Jenna (@jennnaxjennna), and Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) host of @LevingupBanks. We will also hear a bit from Derek (@greatbigsword) cohost of @devilbatpod. Anime spoilers start at (2:39), we talk about the news (7:12) and we catch up with Derek since he was last on (34:33). We talk about Chapter 424 Epilogue (38:22), take listener thoughts (1:08:21), then talk about Chapter 425 Unseasonable (1:26:43). There are a few spoilers for other series: secret invasion spoilers (1:50:09), bojack horseman spoilers (from 1:55:04-1:56:05), and demon slayer ending spoilers (2:11:01-2:12:14). Finally we take listener thoughts (2:21:13)  A big thank you to our patrons     Hero student: Sofia Trainee: Jenna, I am the REAL Joe, Morgan,  and Pro Hero: Yuriko Derek's podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/devilbatpod and https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-friends-anime-club/id1364330487   Banks' youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGfS9AEGbnFko8q3jAyUcwA   Our Patreon: https://patreon.com/MHAPod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Welcome to part 1 of episode 272 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week  Kendra (@sniperofmyheart) is joined by Jenna (@jennnaxjennna), Derek (@greatbigsword) cohost of @devilbatpod, and Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) host of @LevingupBanks. Just a quick reminder that the podcast has gone biweekly. Do to some technical issues and time constraints we ended up having to split the anime and manga sections into different episodes, my sincere apologies/ We talk about 143 Let You Down (3:30), and 144 Division (20:14).  A big thank you to our patrons     Hero student: Sofia Trainee: Jenna, I am the REAL Joe, Morgan,  and Pro Hero: Yuriko Episode image was by Banks Derek's podcasts: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/devilbatpod and https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-friends-anime-club/id1364330487   Banks' youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGfS9AEGbnFko8q3jAyUcwA   Our Patreon: https://patreon.com/MHAPod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

  Ep reuploaded at was missing last 20 min   Welcome to episode 268 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week  Kendra (@sniperofmyheart) is joined by special first time guest  author, cosplayer, artist and film maker Paige Annette Trotter (@PaigeATrotter), Justin (@Justin_Legends) host of The Snack Bar podcast and Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) co-host of Leveling Up With Benjamin Banks.   Just a quick reminder that the podcast has gone biweekly. We talk about the latest news (1:26), interview Paige (22:34), talk about the colour spread (44:22), discuss Chapter 419  "Design"(54:10) and take listener thoughts on the chapter (1:10:13). There are spoilers for Batman Beyond starting at 1:15:05. Next we discuss Chapter 420 "From Aizawa" (1:26:03),  try to predict on which chapter number the series will end (1:38:51), take listener thoughts (2:01:14) and round it out (2:24:17) And a big thank you to our patrons     Hero student: Sofia Trainee: Jenna, Jory worry, furry gory corey quarry tory,  Morgan, Pro Hero: Yuriko   You can find all of Piage's links here https://linktr.ee/paigeannettetrotter Paige's book: The World of Kyre: The Heart's Purpose https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CFCXD1ZN?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_dp_1MV2K7R1TH8A4X8SFCEY   Justin's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fmyccgx4KYObpbUejUq2s?si=krl1PXy7Q1GYe665VxJsMA&nd=1&dlsi=e43aee4bea764c09 Justin's band: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7HNrmv7yQssuFaWN352pfA Benjamin Banks' Podcast: https://pod.link/levelingupbanks   Kendra'a other podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/view-from-the-top/id1452919177  Our Patreon: https://patreon.com/MHAPod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Welcome to episode 267 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week  Kendra (@sniperofmyheart) is joined by Jenna (@Jennnaxjennna) and Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) co-host of Leveling Up With Benjamin Banks. Just a quick reminder that the podcast has gone biweekly. We talk about the latest news (1:22),  catching up with Benjamin Banks  (21:34), readthrough chapter 418  "Weak Spirits"(36:52), talk about our thoughts on the chapter (48:12), take listener thoughts (1:13:31), and round it out (1:24:02) And a big thank you to our patrons  Trainee: Jenna, Morgan, and Sofia Pro Hero: Yuriko. Benjamin Bank's Podcast: https://pod.link/levelingupbanks Bejamin's Interview with Justin Briner: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izdBln9WFc4   Kendra'a other podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/view-from-the-top/id1452919177  Our Patreon: https://patreon.com/MHAPod?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink

Virginia Championship Wrestling's former World Tag Team champs, the Golden Pinky Society stop by to talk about the upcoming VCW Show on September 2 at Hampton High School. We dive deep into their disgust with friend of the show and VCW Director of Operations, Jerry Stephanitsis. We also talk a little bit about anime and the art of cosplaying, wrestling inspirations and some other stuff. Benjamin Banks and "Diamond" Victor Griff are a couple of good dudes have been singled out and targeted by the management for no reason and they're ready to fight back!

Welcome to episode 243 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week  Kendra (@sniperofmyheart) is joined by Justin (@Justin_Legends) guitar in @superfuturenyc/cohost on @snack_bar_pod and professional wrestler Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) cohost on @LevelingUpBanks Just a quick reminder that the podcast has gone biweekly. We talk about the latest news ( 1:42), discuss  Chapter 385 "The Impulses of Youth" (12:17) with a spoiler warning for Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood (35:00-35:08), then take listener thoughts on the chapter (36:42). We also talk about Chapter 386 "I Am Here" (47:12) with a spoiler warning for Jojo's Bizzare Adventures part 3 and 4 spoilers  (50:44-51:45) and Naruto spoilers (57:03). Finally we take listerner thoughts on the chapter (1:08:00) and round it out (1:25:21) And a big thank you to our patrons  Trainee: KCG,Zachary, That1Welder Guy, Jenna, Kendra, The Real Jory, and Robert. Pro Heros: Yuriko and Morgan   Justin's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fmyccgx4KYObpbUejUq2s?si=krl1PXy7Q1GYe665VxJsMA&nd=1   Justin's Band: https://open.spotify.com/album/5ZaZwntzuvhEfDetasHfxx?si=J5v9GYeKQfyI8qJ9xvUuKg&nd=1   Benjamin Banks' Podcast: https://pod.link/levelingupbanks   Kendra's other Podcast: The View From the Top https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/view-from-the-top/id1452919177 MHAP Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com

Today the Grouches are joined by returning guest Benjamin Banks as they discuss the next Best Animated Feature "Soul"

In this episode of R Smooth Club, the guys give their Super Bowl predictions and share their personal opinion on some of the most talked about stories happening in the sports world. They also welcome Professional Wrestler, Host of Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks and one half of the Virginia Championship Wrestling Tag Team Champions Benjamin Banks.

Our FULL SPOILER REVIEW of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever with guest hosts, Benjamin Banks & D from "Leveling Up! With Benjamin Banks" podcast! Social: @KevinAndrewRiveraVO, @RaulCeballosVO    @kingbenji_banks, @rebellious__d23, @LevelingUpBanks Email us @ ReelGeekNews@gmail.com

Sorry for the late episode everyone!   Welcome to episode 227 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week  Kendra (@sniperofmyheart) is joined by regular guest James (@that1welderguy) from @Dr_Stone_Pod and @devilbatpod and  Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) co-host on @Levelingupbanks. We cover the news (4:06),  discuss Season 6 ep 6 "Encounter Part 2" (10:06), and takes listener thoughts on the anime (25:15). Spoilers for for anime only start at 27:21. Then we read through the official release of manga chapter 372 "Naked" (40:47) and take listener thoughts (1:10:04) You can support The National Network of Abortion Funds here Kendra Podcasts: @haikyupod James' other podcasts  @jamminweeb, and @Sein_Pod  Bank's episode with Ethan Gallardo the english VA for Manual can be found here https://www.buzzsprout.com/233793/9062980-you-down-with-ethan-g-ya-you-know-me MHAP Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com We also have a discord https://discord.gg/VNATx4aMAb

On this week's episode of “Da” Podcast, Steve is joined by Benjamin Banks and Trav from Leveling Up as they all talk about their favourite Sci-Fi movies & franchises of all time. They also talk about Star Trek vs. Star Wars, video games, parodies, Alien & Predator franchise, guilty pleasures, bad sci-fi movies, remakes, time travel, “The Weird Story of The Week”, and so much more! If you're looking for “Da” Podcast merchandise, and want to support the show directly, please visit http://tee.pub/lic/KrIMP441400 We have tees, hoodies, onesies, phone cases, pillows, mugs and more! If you're into wrestling collectables, autographs, comic books, action figures, sports cards and more, make sure to visit www.firstrow.ca and use promo code: DAPODCAST20 to receive 20% off! Looking for something new to read and also into video games? Please visit www.bossfightbooks.com for great books on classic video games! For the best supplements and CBD products on the planet, please visit legacysupps.com and use promo code: DAPODCAST to receive 10% off! You can follow Steve on Instagram & Twitter @fingastylz and “Da” Podcast on Twitter @dapodcastdap Send your questions and comments to dapodcastdap@gmail.com

Today the Oscar Grouches are joined by the boys from Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks as they talk about they pick for ignored horror films in 2001's "Pulse"

Welcome to episode 216 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra (@SniperOfMyHeart) is joined by regular guest James (@That1WelderGuy) host of @Dr_Stone_Pod and @devilbatpod and Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) co-host on @Levelingupbanks. We cover the news (1:25), catch up with Banks' thoughts on MHA since he was last on (4:23),  read through the official release of manga chapter 363 "Those Who Defend, Those Who Violate " (12:33), read twitter questions (45:16) and answer an email (59:19) You can support The National Network of Abortion Funds here Kendra's other podcast is @haikyupod James' other podcasts  @jamminweeb, and @Sein_Pod  MHAP Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com We also have a dscord https://discord.gg/VNATx4aMAb

Benjamin Banks is a self made powerhouse, half of the Golden Pinky Society and the Host of the Self titled podcast: Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks, he is a tireless creator and fearsome adversary. Drawn to performance and cosplay, Banks can be found chatting up locals and celebrities alike at conventions as well as bumping his opponents in the ring. Listen to the Hero in his own words here on the Love Letters to Virginia Podcast. --- 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/loveletterstovirginia/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/loveletterstovirginia/support

On this weeks episode of “Da” Podcast, Steve is joined once again by Benjamin Banks & Trav from Levelling Up for a special simulcast episode as they review Volume 3 of Netflix's Love Death + Robots. They also talk about white sauce, appearing at Cons, cosplaying, Sci-Fi movies, video games, creating a new language, “The Weird Story of The Week”, and so much more! If you're looking for “Da” Podcast merchandise, and want to support the show directly, please visit http://tee.pub/lic/KrIMP441400 We have tees, hoodies, onesies, phone cases, pillows, mugs and more! If you're into wrestling collectables, autographs, comic books, action figures, sports cards and more, make sure to visit www.firstrow.ca and use promo code: DAPODCAST20 to receive 20% off! Looking for something new to read and also into video games? Please visit www.bossfightbooks.com for great books on classic video games! For the best supplements and CBD products on the planet, please visit legacysupps.com and use promo code: DAPODCAST to receive 10% off! You can follow Steve on Instagram & Twitter @fingastylz and “Da” Podcast on Twitter @dapodcastdap Send your questions and comments to dapodcastdap@gmail.com Make sure to subscribe, rate, like, follow or review on ApplePodcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Spotify and iHeartRadio!

This week the guys interview wrestler, motivational speaker, and podcast host Benjamin Banks as he talks about his life in wrestling and shares the story of his inspiring transformation. One half the 'Golden Pinky Society' Benjamin Banks is a rising star in the wrestling world who brings a unique charisma to the ring and a special charm to his life outside of it.   Send your questions for Dan and Benny to: danandbenny@outlook.com  Dan and Benny on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/danandbenny Leveling Up With Benjamin Banks: https://www.youtube.com/LevelingUpwithBenjaminBanks  

Welcome to episode 194  of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra (@sniperofmyheart) is joined by regular guest James (@that1welderguy) host of @Dr_Stone_Pod,  @jamminweeb, @Sein_Pod and co-host of @devilbatpod,  returning guest Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) Co-Host of @Levelingupbanks and special guest Ryan Colt Levy (@ryancoltlevy) voice actor for Rody Soul in MHA World Heroes' Mission We did talk about World Heroes' Mission spoilers with Ryan but we tried our best to give warnings and time stamps are attached below.    The first spoilers (6:57 - 8:12).  We ask Ryan a warm up question about Pokemon (10:03) and there is a small movie spoilers at 12:08- 12:42. The interview proper begins at 16:58. A major movie spoilers appears at 1:06:00 and ends at 1:07:07. Minor spoilers from 1:08:43 to 1:12:32 and  1:16:32 to 1:16:47.  Twitter questions for Ryan start at 1:28:57. We discuss the official release of manga chapter 345 "Division" (1:44:42), and take listener thoughts (2:12:41).   The voice acting site that Ryan recommended https://iwanttobeavoiceactor.com/  Kendra and James guested on The Past Present and Future Anime Podcast https://open.spotify.com/episode/6NHRITcUaWULLE5RMzFrxc?si=uNMW-8uvSpeT_cTFzZtPsQ&nd=1 Bystander training https://www.ihollaback.org/bystanderintervention/3   We stand with Ukraine https://donate.redcross.ca/page/100227/donate/1?locale=en-CA Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod    

Welcome to episode 189 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra (@sniperofmyheart) is joined by James (@that1welderguy) host for @Dr_Stone_Pod, @jamminweeb, @Sein_Pod and co-host for @devilbatpod and Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) co-host of @Levelingupbanks. We cover news (2:22), ask Banks about his thoughts on the latest arc (7:59), discuss the official release of manga chapter 341 "The Story of How We All Became Heroes Part -1" (11:47), and take listener thoughts (40:21).   If you are  medically able to get the covid 19 vaccine in your area and are not already vaccinated please consider getting it. https://www.vaccines.gov/ Bystander training https://www.ihollaback.org/bystanderintervention/ Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod

Welcome to episode 177 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), Lum (@LumRanmaYasha), Sandra (@sandypsyche), and Colton (@sniperking323). We go over news (1:52)), talk spoiler free about World Heroes' Mission (14:33), discuss the official release of manga chapter 331  "United States of America" (27:11), and take listener thoughts on the manga (59:14).    Then we head into spoiler territory! Spoilers for World Heroes' Mission start at 1:01:19 and take listener thoughts on the movie (1:148:45). If you are  medically able to get the covid 19 vaccine in your area and are not already vaccinated please consider getting it. https://www.vaccines.gov/ Bystander Training https://www.ihollaback.org/bystander-resources/ The Indian Residential School Survivor Society (IRSSS) is a provincial organization with a twenty-year history of providing services to Indian Residential School Survivors.  https://www.irsss.ca/donate Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod

Welcome to episode 171 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by regular guest James host of Kicking Stones Podcast, Weeb Jammin and cohost for Devil Bat Pod, (@that1welderguy), Nick (@Nickarot), Steve (@ScubaF_ingSteve), and Benjamin Banks host of Leveling Up With Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks)   We go over news (1:45), discuss anime ep 112  "Tomura Shigiraki Origin", and manga spoilers start at 17:31. Nick talks about his thoughts on MHA since we last had him on over a year ago (26:01) We discuss the official release of manga chapter 326 “Who Are You Really? " (36:12). If you are  medically able to get the covid 19 vaccine in your area and are not already vaccinated please consider getting it. https://www.vaccines.gov/   Bystander Training https://www.ihollaback.org/bystander-resources/   Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks! Unfortunately, we hit a milestone that is not so much celebrated. For the first time in this podcast's history, Trav will not be joining us this week. For 132 episodes Trav has been here every week! Now he is off in space fighting the aliens and protecting our planet from devastation! But don't fear, Banks and D are here and they are bringing on the iconic, wonderful and insanely talented Kira Buckland! You may know Kira from My Hero Academia, HunterxHunter, GodZilla: Singular Point and most importantly, Bank's favorite, JoJo's! So sit back and laugh and enjoy this weeks episode!As always make sure you support the podcast by rating and subscribing to us on Apple Podcast, it really helps us out in the algorithms, you can also listen on all podcast platforms. You can find those by clicking the link below:https://pod.link/levelingupbanksAlso, make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel where we post a brand new video everyday and upload the video portion of this episode on Friday. You can find that by clicking the link below:https://www.youtube.com/c/LevelingUpwithBenjaminBanksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/LevelingUpBanks)

Welcome to episode 167 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by Robert (@mastermindrob7) host of Dad Needs to Talk Podcast,  James (@that1welderguy)  host of Kicking Stones Podcast, Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) co-host of Levelling Up With Benjamin Banks, and returning guest Sean Aitchison (@Sean8UrSon) host of The Sonic Podcast. We go over news (2:12),talk about the live action movie (6:29), discuss anime ep 107 "More A Hero Than Anyone (17:01), and ep 108 "My Villain Academia" (27:15),  take listener thoughts (44.11), and spoilers start at 48:44. We discuss the official release of manga chapter 323 “That Single Step" (9:09)  If you are  medically able to get the covid 19 vaccine in your area and are not already vaccinated please consider getting it. https://www.vaccines.gov/   Bystander Training https://www.ihollaback.org/bystander-resources/

On this week's episode of “Da” Podcast, Steve is joined by returning guests, from Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks Podcast, Rebellious D & Benjamin Banks as they talk about Resident Evil: Infinite Darkness and Masters of The Universe: Revelation. They also talk about conventions, rating and subscribing, advertising, model building, video games, 80's cartoons, killing off main characters, fan criticism, JoJo's Bizarre Adventure, fetishes, “The Weird Story of The Week”, remakes and so much more! If you're looking for “Da” Podcast merchandise, and want to support the show directly, please visit http://tee.pub/lic/KrIMP441400 We have tees, hoodies, onesies, phone cases, pillows, mugs and more! If you're into wrestling collectables, autographs, comic books, action figures, sports cards and more, make sure to visit www.firstrow.ca and use promo code: DAPODCAST20 to receive 20% off! Looking for something new to read and also into video games? Please visit www.bossfightbooks.com for great books on classic video games! You can follow Steve on Instagram & Twitter @fingastylz and “Da” Podcast on Twitter @dapodcastdap Send your questions and comments to dapodcastdap@gmail.com Make sure to subscribe, rate, like, follow or review on ApplePodcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, SoundCloud, Spotify and iHeartRadio!

Welcome to episode 159 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by Colton (@sniperking323) and Benjamin Banks (@@kingbenji_banks) We go over the news (1:50), talk about what we liked and didn't like about Season 5 ep 13 (13:19) manga spoilers discussion of the anime start at 27:44, we discuss the official release of manga chapter 317 “Scars, Blood Filth" (38:15), and answer listener questions (1:26:18).   Bystander training  https://www.ihollaback.org/bystanderintervention/ https://act.newmode.net/action/color-change/justice-cannot-wait Our patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod

Rebellious D is BACK! Along side the help of last weeks guest, Kdin Jenzen, the guys were able to revive D with the dragon balls and bring him back to earth, just in time to sit down and chat with this weeks guest, Rachel Glass. Rachel is known for voicing Mitsuki Bakugo aka Bakugo's mom in My Hero Academia, Leo in One Piece, Catelyn in the Fairy Tale: Dragon Cry movie, among many others. While everyone is sitting around telling school stories and what anime's they watched growing up, Rachel is telling the guys all about her book collection and what she does in her spare time. So get ready to relax and laugh and enjoy yourself on this weeks episode of Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks!As always make sure you support the podcast by rating and subscribing to us on Apple Podcast, it really helps us out in the algorithms, you can also listen on all podcast platforms. You can find those by clicking the link below:https://pod.link/levelingupbanksAlso, make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel where we post a brand new video everyday and upload the video portion of this episode on Friday. You can find that by clicking the link below:https://www.youtube.com/c/LevelingUpwithBenjaminBanksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/LevelingUpBanks)

At Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks, the guys celebrate everyone from all backgrounds, races, religions, genders and sexuality; with that being said, the guys have an incredible guest this week, the amazing, wonderful, talented Kdin Jenzen. Kdin is an Internet and YouTube personality, podcast host and successful voice actress most known for her work with Rooster Teeth as May Marigold in RWBY. The guys got to talk all about how she got into voice acting, how coming out as a Trans woman in 2016 effected her career, bringing representation to the community and chatting all about their hidden gem cartoons and anime. Kdin is incredible, filled with so much nerd knowledge and everyone had a blast. So get ready to relax and laugh with everyone this week on Leveling Up!As always make sure you support the podcast by rating and subscribing to us on Apple Podcast, it really helps us out in the algorithms, you can also listen on all podcast platforms. You can find those by clicking the link below:https://pod.link/levelingupbanksAlso, make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel where we post a brand new video everyday and upload the video portion of this episode on Friday. You can find that by clicking the link below:https://www.youtube.com/c/LevelingUpwithBenjaminBanksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/LevelingUpBanks)

Welcome to episode 157 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by a number of returning quests, Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), Colton (@sniperking323), and Morgan (@geauxta). We go over the news (1:20), talk about what we liked and didn't like about Season 5 ep 11 (8:10) manga spoilers discussion of the anime start at 26:43. We discuss the official release of manga chapter 315 “Platitudes" (36:53), and answer listener questions (1:12:13).   Bystander training  https://www.ihollaback.org/bystanderintervention/ Our patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod

The guys have done it again! But this time it's with the legend herself, Linda Young. Linda is talking all about growing up in theater, her audition at Funimation and why Frieza's laugh sounds suspiciously a lot like her own. Make sure you stick around to the end as the most evil villian makes an appearance...Will the guys make it through the podcast alive? Find out on the next episode of Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks...As always make sure you support the podcast by rating and subscribing to us on Apple Podcast, it really helps us out in the algorithms, you can also listen on all podcast platforms. You can find those by clicking the link below:https://pod.link/levelingupbanksAlso, make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel where we post a brand new video everyday and upload the video portion of this episode on Friday. You can find that by clicking the link below:https://www.youtube.com/c/LevelingUpwithBenjaminBanksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/LevelingUpBanks)

Hello, Zuko here! We finally made it to arguably the most important part of the series. How does our discussion stack up? If you guessed that we'd spend several unnecessary minutes discussing horse-related idioms, you're right! And also probably psychic. Our episode of Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90-Dpf7xe5k(Pardon Tom's chronic resting bitch face)No Time to Binge:https://player.fm/series/2928749/292981989

Part two of the epic mid-season finale of Deep Lore! I mean Avatar. Deep Lore isn't going anywhere. This time, the three of us hype up Zuko and give Nickelodeon the side eye for their handling of this franchise. Featuring special guest Benjamin Banks, from Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks!https://pod.link/levelingupbanks

The Promised Day has arrived. Will our heroes triumph over the volcano dwellers in their ludicrously short window of opportunity? Of course not, because there's like 10 episodes after this. Hope you're ready for at least four extended tangents about other shows and one 15-minute discussion valorizing/criticizing a 12-year-old's approach to romance! (Apologies for the audio in this one- Bee & Tom had mic issues, which unfortunately means next week's episode will sound a bit off as well.)Featuring special guest Benjamin Banks, from Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks! https://pod.link/levelingupbanks

Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks would like to start off Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a very special guest all the way from Bukidnon, Philippines and that is the incredible comic book illustrator known as Harvey Tolibao. You may have seen Harvey's name on some of your favorite comics including X-Men, Iron Man, Green Arrow, Star Wars and so many others of your favorite comics. Harvey talks all about growing up in the Philippines, how his lola collected comics, being let go from other comics and how to bounce back. This episode is filled with nothing but laughs and inspiration and how a man from the Philippines made all his dreams come true. You can check out Harvey's current work now on IDW's Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures, written by Daniel Jose Older.As always make sure you support the podcast by rating and subscribing to us on Apple Podcast, it really helps us out in the algorithms, you can also listen on all podcast platforms. You can find those by clicking the link below:https://pod.link/levelingupbanksAlso, make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel where we post a brand new video everyday and upload the video portion of this episode on Friday. You can find that by clicking the link below:https://www.youtube.com/c/LevelingUpwithBenjaminBanksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/LevelingUpBanks)

On today's episode, the guys got to chat with an incredible actor, activist and human being, Mason Alexander Park. You might have heard their name before from the controversy that surrounded their casting as Gren, in the Netflix live action adaption of Cowboy Bebop. Mason talks all about the announcement, dealing with internet trolls, being non-binary in Hollywood, how they got into acting, touring on Broadway and speaking out for LGBT+ rights, not just in the industry, but globally. The guys had a wonderful conversation about nerdom, life, the pandemic and so much more.Also, the guys at Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks wanna stand side by side with Mason in support for rights across the LGBT community. With that said, click on the link below to find out more about The Trevor Project, what they are all about and how you can get involved in this amazing organization:https://www.thetrevorproject.orgAs always make sure you support the podcast by rating and subscribing to us on Apple Podcast, it really helps us out in the algorithms, you can also listen on all podcast platforms. You can find those by clicking the link below:https://pod.link/levelingupbanksAlso, make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel where we post a brand new video everyday and upload the video portion of this episode on Friday. You can find that by clicking the link below:https://www.youtube.com/c/LevelingUpwithBenjaminBanksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/LevelingUpBanks)

Nazeeh Tarsha has THE VOICE according to Benjamin Banks, and you can hear that voice on so many projects like Fire Emblem Heroes as Lex, Grucius in That Time I Got Reincarnated As A Slime, Raihan in Pokemon: Twilight Wings and so many others. Nazeeh is talking about how he got into acting, working at Okratron 5000 and Christopher Sabat being his boss, casting and working as an assistant on big anime and video game titles and just growing up a nerdy kid and getting to voice in his favorite childhood animes. You won't want to miss out on this great conversation filled with laughs, jokes and tons of behind the scenes information.As always make sure you support the podcast by rating and subscribing to us on Apple Podcast, it really helps us out in the algorithms, you can also listen on all podcast platforms. You can find those by clicking the link below:https://pod.link/levelingupbanksAlso, make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel where we post a brand new video everyday and upload the video portion of this episode on Friday. You can find that by clicking the link below:https://www.youtube.com/c/LevelingUpwithBenjaminBanksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/LevelingUpBanks)

This week on Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks, the guys have brought on the extremely talented Lee George. From performing theater to dubbing anime, Lee George  has a unique range of talent that can't be denied. You might have heard his voice in Listeners as the one and only Jimi Stonefree, or even as Ikuya Kirishimi in the hit anime series, Free!. You can also catch Lee on stage down in Texas during theater season as he has performed in some of Shakespeare's most noble plays. Either way, Lee George is telling his story and having some laughs, this is an episode you won't want to miss.As always make sure you support the podcast by rating and subscribing to us on Apple Podcast, it really helps us out in the algorithms, you can also listen on all podcast platforms. You can find those by clicking the link below:https://pod.link/levelingupbanksAlso, make sure you subscribe to the YouTube channel where we post a brand new video everyday and upload the video portion of this episode on Friday. You can find that by clicking the link below:https://www.youtube.com/c/LevelingUpwithBenjaminBanksSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/LevelingUpBanks)

Welcome to episode 147 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by  Allison (@meowth900), Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), and Derek (@Greatbigsword) We go over the news (2:36), talk about what we liked and didn't like about Season 5 ep 1 (9:29),  discuss the official release of manga chapter 307 “Been A While ” (9:29), and take some listener questions (1:05:31).  Donate to help stop APPI Hate  Our patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod     @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com

Welcome to episode 146 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by regular guest James (@that1welderguy), Allison (@meowth900), Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), and World D Champion (@whawkinsMW) We go over the news (1:43),  discuss the official release of manga chapter 305 “The Final Act Begins ” (5:29), and take some listener questions (1:02:47). There are some manga JJK spoilers starting at 34:31. You can donate here to support victims and their families   Links on how you can support Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities can be found here    Our patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod     @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com

Joey Flexx & 120 kg GOAT Dennis Cornelius join 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian "Messy" Khamesi to discuss the USAPL lifters joining the Showdown Meet roster, possible repercussions with regards to suspensions, the chances of a natural lifter winning an untested money meet, and how the Sheffield SBD Invitational could be a game changer. Dennis Cornelius gives his insights as he won the IPF World Championships and left to compete in the Kern US Open. Dennis discusses his battle with Larry Wheels, how he ended up getting blocked on social media, and issues a challenge to a grappling match you'll have to hear for yourself!!

Welcome to episode 144 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by  Allison (@meowth900), Gary (@wrathofgiraffes), and Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks).   We go over the news (1:15),  discuss the official release of manga chapter 304 “Izuku Midoryia and Toshinori Yagi ” (6:56), and take some listener questions at 54:02 (the listener questions bit does have a naruto shippuden spoiler skip ahead when you hear Naruto)  You can donate here to help Texas https://feedthepeopledallas.com/   Our patreon https://www.patreon.com/MHAPod     @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com  

Welcome to episode 143 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by Gary (@wrathofgiraffes), Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks) and special guests from the comic book industry Arune (@arune) and Morgan (@geauxta).  We go over the news (1:22), ask Arune and Morgan some questions (8:56) about their experiences with MHA as well as a bit of a comics discussion,  and then we discuss the official release of manga chapter 303 “Top Three” (1:33:23).   You can donate to the American Red Cross here  A list of Texas mutual aid  groups      @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com

Welcome to episode 140 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra and James are joined by the host of Levelling Up With Benjamin Banks, Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), Mike Patten (@PattenPending), and the host of Five Dumbs Weeb Cast, Allison (@meowth900).  We go over the news, discuss the official release of manga chapter 300 “The Hellish Todoroki Family Part 2” (8:05), play a game of Who will Stay and Who Will Go UA Edition (43:04), answer a fan message (59:15), and discuss a VS match up (1:02:56).  We had a bit of issues with the audio this week so our sincere apologies.    You can donate to the Okra Project here.    You can learn more about the Emotional PPE Project here   You can help support British care workers here    @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com

GCBC 129 – Benjamin Banks, Wrestler and Host of the podcast “Leveling Up With Benjamin Banks” Musical Credits: Happy Happy Game Show Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Introduction Good Cop Moments Bad Cop Moments Devil's Advocate Credits Follow Benjamin on Twitter @kingbenji_banks @LevelingUpBanks Youtube Page: search “Leveling Up With Benjamin Banks” Follow the podcast @goodbadwrestle Follow Graham @MGBgraham Follow Matt @TheMattAttackUK Matt and Graham also talked about MGB and JGB after the show and that can be found as bonus material on the GCBC youtube page. Don't forget our sponsors. Use code “goodcopbadcop” for 30 days free on Powerslam.tv

Welcome to episode 139 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra and James are joined by the host of Levelling Up With Benjamin Banks, Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks).  We go over the news (1:27),  and discuss the official release of manga chapter 299 “Like Those Tragic Tales” (13:40),    We posted an version without James so here is the corrected one.  You can donate to the Okra Project here.    You can learn more about the Emotional PPE Project here   You can help support British care workers here    @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com

Welcome to episode 137 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), Derek (@Greatbigsword), Marion (@microwaevy), and Allison (@meowth900). We go over some news (1:35), and discuss the official release of manga chapter 297 “Tartarus” (7:31). We also mull over playing a game but don't end up finishing it. Keeping you in anticipa......tion  You can donate to the Okra Project here.    One of our listeners Roman is doing a documentary for The National History Day Project about whether or not anime teaches the west about Japanese culture. You can fill out their survey here, or if you are willing to be interviewed (must be 18+) fill out this survey to organize an interview   @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com

Welcome to episode 136 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by Lum (@LumRanmaYasha), Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), and a new guest from Dumb Weebs Cast, Allison (@meowth900) We go over some news (1:37), talk to Allison about her experience with MHA (4:05), discuss the official release of manga chapter 296 “Hellish Hell” (22:36), and answer some listener questions (1:13:08).    You can donate to the Okra Project here.    One of our listeners Roman is doing a documentary for The National History Day Project about whether or not anime teaches the west about Japanese culture. You can fill out their survey here, or if you are willing to be interviewed (must be 18+) fill out this survey to organize an interview   @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com    

Welcome to episode 132 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra and James (@That1WelderGuy) are joined by Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), and friend of the podcast Joanna. We go over some news (1:20), discuss the official release of manga chapter 293 “Hero Saturated Society” (12:34), and answer some listener questions (51:16).    You can donate to the Okra Project here.    @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com

Welcome to episode 131 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), friend of the podcast Joanna, and Worl D. Champion(@whawkinsMW) We go over some news (1:15), discuss the official release of manga chapter 292 “Threads of Hope” (10:19), and answer some listener questions (48:22).    You can donate to the Okra Project here.    @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com

Welcome to episode 130 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), Worl D. Champion (@whawkinsMW), and Jay Perior (@Jayperior). We go over some news (2:45), talk about our thoughts on the future of the series, mysteries and loose plot threads (11:34), answer some fan thoughts on it as well (1:29:15).   You can donate to the Philippine Red Cross here.  You can donate to the Okra Project here.        @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com

Who's ready for an unhealthy dose of positivity? This time we talk mostly about butterfly goo, but I'm pretty sure there's some sort of plot analysis in here somewhere. Beth recently guested on Leveling Up with Benjamin Banks. Give it a listen here:https://pod.link/levelingupbanks/episode/QnV6enNwcm91dC02Mzk3MTI2

Welcome to episode 129 of the My Hero Academia Podcast. This week Kendra is joined by Benjamin Banks (@kingbenji_banks), friend of the podcast Joanna, and a new guest Wayne (@whawkinsMW) We go over some news (1:10), ask Wayne some questions about his experience with MHA (6:12), discuss the official release of manga chapter 291 “Thanks For Going Strong” (26:42), and answer some tweets/emails (1:30:01).   You can donate to the Philippine Red Cross here If you are American and sent in a mail in ballot, you can find out how to check if it was counted here.      @MHAPOD myheropod@gmail.com www.mhapod.com