Ep. 53: Ben Is Back For Season 2 (ft. AJ)

Season Two is officially here.

On the first episode of Season 2 of It’s Ben A Week, Ben returns after a three-week break feeling recharged, reset, and fully ready to level things up. With a brand-new studio, upgraded set, new artwork, and a fresh intro, Ben reflects on the wild first year of podcasting and what’s next for the show.

Ben opens the episode talking about:

• Taking a much-needed break and realizing how strange it felt not recording
• Writing notes in his phone when things happened and not having the podcast outlet
• The brand-new studio, elevated vibe, and “sexier” Season 2 look
• Hitting the Top 10% of video podcasts on Spotify last season
• Why Season 2 is about refinement, confidence, and clarity

Ben then recaps an unforgettable holiday season, including:

• Attending Kathy Hilton’s iconic Christmas party in Beverly Hills
• Paparazzi outside the house and champagne vending machines
• Paris Hilton DJing in her childhood home
• Walking away with an unreasonable number of Labubus
• Why it felt surreal for a Simple Life superfan

After reflecting on the energy shift from the Year of the Snake into the Year of the Fire Horse, Ben invites listeners to lean into change, momentum, and going after what they want in 2026.

Then, Ben is joined by his partner and frequent collaborator AJ Sarcione to officially kick off Season 2.

Together, they dive into:

• A chaotic LA weekend that included charity galas and exclusive parties
• Traveling over the holidays and unexpectedly getting COVID
• Cancelled New Year’s plans and being stuck at home by 10 p.m.
• Launching a brand-new segment: Breaking Point
• Ben’s rant about guests bringing alcohol to parties — then taking it home
• AI videos becoming indistinguishable from reality
• Jeff the Possum’s viral rise to over 4.5 million views
• Christmas cards, QR codes, cat food inserts, and postal chaos
• Merch, shipping costs, and why “free shipping” is a psychological scam
• A photography client dispute that spiraled into online harassment
• Setting boundaries in business and choosing clients intentionally
• Letting go of chaos from 2025 and moving forward with clarity

The episode closes with a reflection on boundaries, control, growth, and protecting your energy — setting the tone for what Season 2 of It’s Ben A Week is all about.

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