- 17
- Episodes
- 41
- Ratings
- 2024
- First episode
About Friend of a Friend of a Ben
Aristotle once said, “A friendship is one soul abiding in two bodies.”So true. Join comedian Ben Hunter as he tries to forge/force a friendship between two of his friends, one of whom is a comedian, the other, a personal or “normal” friend from any other realm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
- Publisher
- Mouth Jobs
- Category
- comedy
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- Yes
- First episode
- 29 Mar 2024
- Latest episode
- 17 Jul 2024
Latest episodes
17 episodes in the feed.
17 Jul 2024
Episode 16 - Ben Kochan and Hamish
On this week's episode, I match up two absolute gems and AWARD school graduates Ben Kochan (comedian, podcaster, raconteur) and my mate Hamish (friend, hamdog, hambourghini). We talk about AWARD school, Club Penguin and tennis. Ben Kochan is great. You can follow him here. Go follow his socials and see him live. (https://www.instagram.com/benkochan/?hl=en) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Fellow Geordie on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/geordiemcgrath/) Recorded live at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Production, Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
10 Jul 2024
Episode 15 - Jack Knight and Harry
On this week's episode, I match up two men, both alike in dignity - the twisted Jack Knight (comedian, icon, maniac) and my mate Harry (friend, dog-owner, shy). We talk about boiling fish, the Olympics and starting our own country. Jack Knight is great. You can follow him here. Go follow his socials and see him live. (https://www.instagram.com/ol_knighty/) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Fellow Geordie on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/geordiemcgrath/) Recorded live at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Production, Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
3 Jul 2024
Episode 14 - Emma Zammit and Auntie Nut
On this week's episode, I match up two of my favourite women in the world- the wickedly talented Emma Zammit (comedian, friend, hero) and my Auntie Nut (writer, podcaster, hero). We talk about nicknames, camping and sleep apnea. Emma Zammit is great. You can follow her here. Go follow her socials and see her live. (https://www.instagram.com/emmazammitcomedian/?hl=en) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Fellow Geordie on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/geordiemcgrath/) Recorded live at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Production, Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
26 Jun 2024
Episode 13 - Shad Wicka and Dondy
On this week's episode, I match up two of the coolest dudes I know - the very funny Shad Wicka (comedian, podcaster, genius) and my mate Dondy (clothing designer, DJ, friend). We talk about rappers, the Canberra Raiders and women's jeans. I'm the guest this week on Shad and former guest Peter James' new pod Shad and Pete Save the World! Give it a listen! (https://open.spotify.com/episode/3dFNhHbn1N7a1dXpFmrfc2?si=20704e6e40ff4c48) Shad Wicka is great. You can follow him here. Go follow his socials and see him live. (https://www.instagram.com/wickedshad/?hl=en) Dondy is great too. You can follow him here. Go look at and buy his cool clothes. (https://www.instagram.com/dondys.bodega/?hl=en) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Fellow Geordie on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/geordiemcgrath/) Recorded live at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Production, Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
19 Jun 2024
Episode 12 - Fergus Neal and Brady
On this week's episode, I match up two cheeky boys - the very funny Fergus Neal (comedian, mother, Friend of a Friend of a Ben Episode 5 guest) and my mate Brady (used to work together, just started doing comedy). We talk about pools, bombing, and collagen! Fergus Neal is great. You can follow him here. Go follow his socials and see him live. (https://linktr.ee/FergusNeal) Brady Watson is great too. You can follow him here. Go follow his socials and see him live. (https://www.instagram.com/bradyywatsonn/) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Fellow Geordie on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/geordiemcgrath/) Recorded by Geordie McGrath at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
12 Jun 2024
Episode 11 - Aiden Willcox and Steffan
On this week's episode, I match up two polar opposites and let 'em at it - comedian Aiden Willcox (Winner MICF Best Newcomer 2023 + Melbourne Fringe Best Comedy 2022) and my former boss Steffan (Quiz Meisters CEO, Father). We talk about Boo Ya Balls, dyslexia and sewerage. Aiden Willcox is great. You can follow him here. Go follow his socials and see him live and listen to his podcasts. (https://www.instagram.com/aidenwillcox/) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Recorded by Geordie McGrath at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
5 Jun 2024
Episode 10 - Rhi Down and Carli (ft. Nick White)
On this week's episode, I match up two of the greats - the very funny Rhi Down (comedian, mother, Friend of a Friend of a Ben Episode 5 guest) and my mate Carli (The Dull Coworker). We talk about Taylor Swift, our pets, and opening for comedian Nick White. Rhi Down is great. You can follow her here. Go follow her socials and see her live. (https://www.instagram.com/rhidown/) Carli Furplam is great too. You can follow her here. Go follow her socials and see her live. (https://www.instagram.com/carlifurplam/) Carli's friend Nick White is also great. You can follow him here. Go follow him socials and see him live. (https://linktr.ee/nickwhite49) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. ( https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Recorded by Geordie McGrath at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
29 May 2024
Episode 9 - Andrew Hamilton and Hamish
On this week's episode, I match up two of the baddest boys I know - Andrew Hamilton (Australia's TikTok king) and my best mate Hamish (Hamdog, Hamborghini). We talk about Go Get Cars, nose cartilage and what it means to be a bad boy. Andrew Hamilton is great. You can follow him here. Go follow his socials and see him live and listen to his podcasts. (https://www.instagram.com/andrewhamiltoncomedy/) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. ( https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Recorded by Geordie McGrath at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
22 May 2024
Episode 8 - Ray O'Leary and Ciaran
On this week's episode, I match up comedy's best dressed man Ray O'Leary (Thank God You're Here, Taskmaster NZ) with Ciaran (friend of a decade). We talk milk, airports, and candy in our fastest ep yet! Ray O'Leary is great. You can follow him here. Go follow his socials and see him live. (https://www.instagram.com/rayolearycomedy) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. ( https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Follow Sammy on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/sammy5names/) Recorded by Sammy Al-Badri at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
15 May 2024
Episode 7 - Bron Lewis and My Mum, Kate
On this week's episode, we celebrate Mothers Day! This week, I match up my comedy Mum Bron Lewis (Have You Been Paying Attention, The Cheap Seats) and my actual Mum Kate (Copywriter, Author, Gave Birth to Me). We talk about the beauty of familial love, the profound impact of psychics and scrambled egg. Bron Lewis is great. You can follow her here. Go follow her socials and see her live and listen to her podcasts. (https://www.instagram.com/bronlewiscomedy/) My Mum is great too. You should buy her book A Curry for Murray here. (https://www.uqp.com.au/books/a-curry-for-murray) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. ( https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Follow Sammy on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/sammy5names/) Recorded by Geordie McGrath at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
8 May 2024
Episode 6 - Sammy Al Badri and Kylan
This week's' ep is a little bit different, as Ben sits down with Sammy and one of his great mate Kylan on "Friend of a Friend of a Sammy". We talk ALDI, enemy vs nemesis, and we finally get a glimpse at Ben's wallet! Play Penguin Slider. It's very fun. (https://gobbo-studios.itch.io/) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. ( https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Follow Sammy on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/sammy5names/) Recorded by Sammy Al-Badri at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
1 May 2024
Episode 5 - Rhi Down and Emily
On this week's episode, I match up comedy darling and good friend Rhi Down with Emily (my housemate). We talk gelatin, private school, and the joys of tupperware. Rhi Down is great. You can follow her here. Go follow her socials and see her live. (https://www.instagram.com/rhidown/) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. ( https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Follow Sammy on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/sammy5names/) Recorded by Sammy Al-Badri at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
24 Apr 2024
Episode 4 - Peter James and Zach
On this week's episode, we listen to the honest to goodness pilot episode of the pod! Different producer, slightly different vibe, the same banter you've just gotta love. This week, I match up one of my best comedy mates Peter James (Shad and Pete Save the World, Diabetic) and Zach (a co-worker I'm proud to call a friend). We talk a lot about the beach, our greatest weaknesses and the difference between sand and dirt. Peter James is great. You can follow him here. Go follow his socials and see him live. (https://www.instagram.com/peterjamescomedy/) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. ( https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Follow Sammy on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/sammy5names/) Recorded by Geordie McGrath at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
17 Apr 2024
Episode 3 - Alexandra Hudson and Teddy
On this week's episode, I match up Raw Comedy winner and fellow Comedy Zone cast member Alexandra Hudson (Triple J, TedX) and Teddy (a guy I went to school with). We talk cherry picking, bottle openers and Teddy asks Alexandra an amazing question. Alexendra Hudson is great. You can follow her here. Go follow her socials and see her live. (https://linktr.ee/alexandrahudsoncomedy) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. ( https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Follow Sammy on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/sammy5names/) Recorded by Sammy Al-Badri at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
10 Apr 2024
Episode 2: Emma Holland and Ava
On this week's episode, I match up with two of my weirdest friends - television's Emma Holland (Thank God You're Here, The Cheap Seats) and Ava (a woman I've known for 5 years but we don't remember how we met) in attempt to forge another new friendship. We talk Ava's crazy PHD, we pilfer through wallets, and Emma reviews every single jingle we've got. Emma Holland is great. You can follow her here. Go watch her Fresh Blood series and see her live. (https://www.instagram.com/e.mmaholland/) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. ( https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Follow Sammy on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/sammy5names/) Recorded by Sammy Al-Badri at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
3 Apr 2024
Episode 1: Mike Goldstein and Felix
Today on our inaugural episode, I match up comedian Mike Goldstein (The Hundred with Andy Lee, The Phone Hacks Podcast) and Felix (a guy I met at Sit Down Comedy Club) in attempt to forge my first friendship. We rank numbers, we talk pickleball, and we have a lovely time doing it too. Mike Goldstein's on tour right now, head to his Instagram for all the details. (https://www.instagram.com/comedymikegoldstein/?hl=en) Socials: Follow the show on Instagram. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Follow Ben on Instagram. ( https://www.instagram.com/bnhntr/) Follow Sammy on Instagram. (https://www.instagram.com/sammy5names/) Recorded by Sammy Al-Badri at Leonard Street Studios. (https://www.quizmeisters.com/leonard-st-studios/) Editing, Music and Sound Design by Geordie McGrath. Podcast Artwork by Cayden Jansen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
29 Mar 2024
Friend of a Friend of A Ben - Trailer
Aristotle once said, “A friendship is one soul abiding in two bodies.”So true. Join comedian Ben Hunter as he tries to forge/force a friendship between two of his friends, one of whom is a comedian, the other, a personal or “normal” friend from any other realm. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.
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