4Thirty in the Morning

You know by now that Ben and Pat both believe in ghosts, but how vast does their knowledge of the paranormal stretch? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys enter the supernatural realm once again as they share stories and compare notes on everything related to 'paranormal activity', from haunted locations, to unexplained phenomena and more. They also dive into their usual dose of news stories...

Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, or just someone that has to get around in the world, the weather probably impacts life in some way for just about everyone every day. But are some meteorological events so extreme that even the most seasoned 'storm-chasers' won't pursue them? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat brave the elements as they discuss everything they can possibly think of...

AI, or 'artificial intelligence' has quickly come to dominate the attention of cyberspace and the tech world. But what exactly is AI in the first place, and how much of an impact is it already having in our world? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat hack their way into yet another speculative discussion, this time discussing the development and impact of AI, from it's current...

The guys have covered plenty of 'conspiracy theories' throughout the show thus far, but how crazy is 'too crazy'? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys put their tinfoil hats on once again as they try to find the fringiest conspiracy theories circulating the web lately, touching on areas such as TV, college football, geopolitics and more. The guys also share their usual smatte...

What did you have for breakfast? Was it something that you hunted or gathered? Or was it the product of agriculture? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat take a bite out of a buffet-sized topic as they discuss the history of food, covering everything from the hunter-gatherers of pre-history, to the development of agriculture, to the innovations that brought your favorite meals to the dinn...

It's that time of year, and as Ben and Pat wrap up their last-minute Christmas preparations, they also took the time to ponder how the Christmas season came to be in the first place. On the final episode of 4Thirty for 2024, the guys bring out the Figgy pudding, and their history books, as they dive deep into the origins of the holiday, from the actual birth of Christ, to the reason why Christmas...

After yet another congressional hearing focusing on 'Non-Human Intelligence' infringing upon American airspace, and a recent deluge of 'drones' making their presence all-too-clear in Mid-Atlantic regions like New Jersey, the UFO and UAP discussion is in full throttle. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat do what they can to catch up on the latest 'official' developments centering around t...

'Dictator' used to be a bad term, used only to describe an individual that managed to coalesce absolute power over a significant region, and mobilized that power towards nefarious intentions. But is the term 'dictator' being tossed about too broadly these days? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat go back and forth discussing some true 'dictators' in history, covering both the extreme to...

The Presidential election cycle is often one of the more painful aspects of American news, but have past presidents been even more 'out there' than candidates today? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat head to the polls as they discuss some of the oddest and most interesting stories dealing with Presidential history, from executive anatomical displays, to White House whiskey supplies, an...

Fear plays an interesting role in our lives, and for this Halloween season, the guys here at 4Thirty decided to, once again, share some of the scariest stories and ideas that they've stumbled across this year. On their latest episode, Ben and Pat spook themselves and each other by sharing some terrifying tales, both stories that are historical fact, and those trending on the lines of urban legend....

Scandals and conspiracies have remained a constant aspect of the modern news cycle, and most of these often captivating cases would have never seen any public attention had it not been for 'whistleblowers' sounding the alarm in the first place. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat go public with their thoughts on some of the most interesting whistleblowers in history, including those that...

While none of us ever want to end up in prison, the idea of escaping to freedom is something many people find compelling, even if it means evading justice. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat break out some of the greatest prison escape stories history has to offer, from daring attempts with unknown conclusions to others involving serious psychological manipulation and more. The guys als...

For every 'epic' movie out there, there are quite a few that don't quite deliver on their lofty expectations. And, as we're going to find out, it appears that Ben and Pat have seen a lot of these films... On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys revisit the cinema once again, but this time to break down flicks that they couldn't help but be disappointed by. The guys cover everything from box-off...

The guys have covered plenty of 'conspiracy theories' on the show over the years, but for every theory they've covered, two seem to pop up. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat attempt to uncover the latest load of conspiracy-theories currently floating around on the internet, from those directly relevant to current-events, to some that are much more far-fetched, to say the le...

The Olympics have been long-regarded by many as the pinnacle of global athletic competition, with the world's fastest sprinters, strongest lifters, and most agile gymnasts taking the center stage. But have the Olympics also featured contests that are a little... strange? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat grab the torch and discuss some of the oddest events to be featured in the Oly...

Everyone loves a good movie, but what exactly separates just a 'good' film from an 'epic' one? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat take a trip to the historical cinema and discuss some of the truly 'epic' motion pictures that have graced the silver screen over the decades, while debating the criteria that separates an epic movie from the more pedestrian. The guys...

We've heard Ben and Pat discuss plenty of 'Ancient Alien' encounters on the show before, and plenty more stories that took place within the realm of recent history. But were UFO's lighting up the sky throughout the Dark Ages? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys jump back into their flying saucer and travel to the Middle Ages, this time covering tales and incidents from medie...

No place on earth harbors mystery quite like the ice-covered continent of Antarctica, and while conventional knowledge tells us humans only discovered Antarctica in 1820, could it have played a much earlier role in history? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat bundle up and embark on an expeditious discussion to the land down under, covering anything and everything to do with Antarctica,...

When most people hear the word 'extinct', they tend to think first towards the dinosaurs, or perhaps the wooly mammoth. But have some seemingly impossible animals just recently met their end as a species on earth? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat excavate their way into natural history, this time dealing with the impact of extinction on earth's ever-changing fauna, while a...

Seventy-one percent of the earth's surface area is water, and within these depths lurk some of the strangest and most awe inspiring creatures ever known. While sharks and giant squid might seem fearsome enough, are there even more formidable beasts hidden in our oceans, lakes, and rivers? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat navigate through the perils of mythical sea-creatures, discu...

'Cover-ups' aren't anything new to the guys here at 4Thirty in the Morning, but are there even more nefarious schemes throughout history that managed to somehow elude detection until the damage was done? On their latest episode, Ben and Pat uncover some ridiculous plots and events that the powers-at-be tried their hardest to sweep under the rug, touching on everything from absurd '...

Have you ever appeared on a TV game show? Neither have Ben or Pat... but they certainly want to. On the latest episode of 4Thirty, the guys buzz into a lively and unscripted discussion about some of the craziest game shows television history has to offer, while covering some of the people and moments that continue to make game shows the entertainment icons they are today. The guys also cover their...

Among the most fearsome cultures found in Western History, the 'Vikings' remain a people well-remembered in today's society. But is there more to these seafaring Scandinavians than barbarism and warfare? On today's episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat fasten on their historical helms once again, this time to discuss some of the most legendary Vikings and Viking tales that have survived...

Have you ever heard a story about a person that sounds a bit too-good-to-be-true? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat hoax their way through a discussion revolving around well-known individuals that never actually existed, from iconic brand-name faces, to fabricated athletes and more. The guys also dive into a foray of news stories this week, while also providing some commentary on past...

The guys have already talked about some real people with real super-heroes before on the show, but are there even more comic-book-worthy characters floating around in our world today? On the latest episode of 4Thirty, Ben and Pat, (well, mostly Ben), dive into some more incredible individuals with abilities that Stan Lee himself couldn't imagine. The guys also break down their usual dose of ne...