4Thirty Team

4Thirty in the Morning

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Current events, as seen by 'blue-collar America', 4Thirty in the Morning is a perspective-based, news commentary and oddities podcast designed to provide an alternative take on the happenings around the world. Co-hosts Ben and Pat are both authentic, working-class guys, and their rough-around-the-edges style, personal anecdotes, and ever present sense of humor, blend together to offer a unique discussion on fringe topics, while also bringing relatability to complex subject matter.

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Latest episode

Jun 18, 2026

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Episodes

Ep. 24: License Plates, Meat Loaf, and Insane Heists 29.03.2021

There's nothing more fun than a good heist story... especially when the perpetrators are senior citizens. On the latest episode of 4-Thirty, Ben and Pat break down a handful of interesting tales of thievery, while also covering some odd news and their latest drive-thru escapades. What would you call the perpetrator of a heist? Do mac n' cheese and tacos go well together? Is Glenn Howerton really s...

Ep. 23: Dead Sea Scrolls, Sushi, and Crazy Days at Work 24.03.2021

There are a lot of odd people out there... and, apparently, most of them have been co-workers of Ben and Pat... at one time or another. On the latest episode of 4-Thirty, the guys break down their craziest work stories, while also tackling a series of news events and commentaries. Why haven't we heard anything about monoliths lately? Is there such a thing as undercooked shrimp? Does Pat need to br...

Ep. 22: Braveheart, Digital Gardening, and Cryptozoology 15.03.2021

Have you ever seen a creature out in the wilderness that you can't explain? Neither have Ben or Pat. On the latest episode of 4-Thirty, the guys break down all they know about the captivating field of cryptozoology, while also sharing a smattering of everyday anecdotes and wonky news stories. Is a monstrous serpent terrorizing the Great Lakes? Is an anatomically-fixated beast wrangling its way acr...

Ep. 21: Terry Bradshaw, Baker Mayfield, and Cult Activity 08.03.2021

Have you ever joined a cult? Neither have Ben or Pat... at least, they think they haven't. On this episode of 4-Thirty, the guys break down a couple of the most infamous cults in history, while also covering a handful of the strange news stories you'll only find here. Is Tom Brady really just Terry Bradshaw in disguise? Are extra-terrestrials trying to contact Baker Mayfield? If you could start a...

Ep. 20: Car Rides, Conspiracy Theories, and Big Announcements 01.03.2021

Everyone loves a good conspiracy theory, right? You know Ben and Pat sure do. On the latest episode of 4-Thirty in the Morning, the guys break down some of the strangest and most questionable conspiracy theories the internet has to offer, while also handling some current events and funny stories. The guys reminisce about their teenaged-treks to high-school, Pat breaks down the latest UFO sighting...

Ep. 19: Aliens, Part III 22.02.2021

Have you ever been abducted by aliens? On Part III of our Alien Disclosure Project, Ben and Pat take a 'Late-Night Deep-Dive' into the stories surrounding extraterrestrials and their supposed experimentations on humans. The guys will break down a handful of famous abduction tales, while also discussing 'crop-circles' and filling you in on all the off-the-wall news stories that you won't find anywh...

Ep. 18: Canine Inheritance, Government Cover-Ups, and DIY Projects 15.02.2021

The government always operates with full disclosure and transparency... right? On the latest episode of 4-Thrity, Ben and Pat break down several dark and interesting cases from U.S. history that the government wants us to forget, while also incorporating the usual samplings of whacky news and irrelevant anecdotes. Is the CIA still conducting mind-control experiments on unwitting civilians? Is it m...

Ep. 17: Aliens, Part II 09.02.2021

Yep, that's right, it's another Alien episode... On the second edition of 4-Thirty's ongoing series covering Aliens, Ben and Pat analyze the most famous UFO story of the 20th century, while also diving into many more ET-related topics. Joining the guys in the studio and adding some much-needed fact-checking and expert commentary this week is Tim, our much appreciated expert on all things UFO's. Th...

Ep. 16: Space Force Guardians, KFConsoles, and Childhood Ingenuity 01.02.2021

Remember back in the good ol' days, when kids had to figure out how to entertain themselves? Ben and Pat definitely do. On the latest episode of 4-Thirty, the guys break down the plethora of improvised games they created as kids, wrap up their recent 'Late-Night Deep-Dives' with some much needed corrections and fact-checking, while also delivering your usual dose of crazy news and general nonsense...

Ep. 15: Aliens, Part I 27.01.2021

On this extra special episode of 4-Thirty, Ben and Pat take a 'Late-Night Deep Dive' into the topic you guys have all been waiting for: Aliens... Listen as the guys break down all sorts of theories discussing the impact of ETs throughout history, while also covering those weird and whacky news stories that you'll only find here. Is 'the occult' recruiting professional athletes into their ranks? Wh...

Ep. 14: Runaway Trains, Iron Lungs, and Folklore 19.01.2021

Do you enjoy folk stories? Ben and Pat sure do. On this episode of 4-Thirty, the guys take a 'Late-Night Deep-Dive' into the single biggest source of cultural influence in the history of humanity: Folklore. In this discussion, the guys will each bring a handful of legends to the table, while also highlighting some of the weird news stories that only Ben and Pat can find. Did Johnny Appleseed reall...

Ep. 13: Presidential Pardons, Childhood Fantasies, and More Monoliths 12.01.2021

When you were a kid, who did you want to be when you grew up? For Ben, at least, he always wanted to be a guy who was also named Ben. On the latest debacle that is an episode of 4-Thirty, the guys traipse through yet another largely irrelevant discussion, all while providing expert opinions on questions nobody is asking. Has 4-Thirty in the Morning become an international sensation? Why do monolit...

Ep. 12: Crustaceans, Civil War Widows, and Social Media 06.01.2021

On the latest edition of 4-Thirty, Ben and Pat take on the topic of the century: Social Media. You'll hear the guys break down their opinions on everything from group photos to Tik Tok, and you'll also hear your usual dose of news commentary, anecdotes, and general nonsense. What 19th century US president still has a living grandchild? How much does it cost to change your name in the UK? Why does...

Ep. 11: Spirit Animals, Embarrassing Moments, and Crazy Historical Figures 01.01.2021

Happy New Year everyone! The team at 4-Thirty in the Morning rang in the New Year with a supersized episode, filled with all sorts of content that only Ben and Pat can create. On this episode of the show, the guys break down all sorts of different material, and highlight a couple of previous news stories that you heard first on 4-Thirty. Did the mysterious Jet Pack Man finally reveal himself? Do m...

Ep. 10: Gun Smuggling, Futuristic Tech, and Ben's Football Career 21.12.2020

We've cracked double digits! Can you believe it? On the latest episode, Ben and Pat deliver their usual dose of commentary on a variety of current-events and random topics. What will technology look like in 50 years? Are more monoliths popping up across the globe? What actor is in the mix to play Ben in his rumored biopic? Will the COVID vaccine really turn you into a crocodile? For answers to all...

Ep. 9: Landscaping, Christmas Shopping, and Indecent Exposure 14.12.2020

It's that time of year... have you finished your Christmas shopping? Neither have Ben and Pat. On this episode of 4-Thirty, the guys dive into some bad holiday habits, talk wardrobe malfunctions, and give an extensive, over-the-top, overview of their careers as landscapers. Are Ben and Pat the guys to call for all your exterior painting needs? What about tree removal? Is Ted Cruz really the Zodiac...

Ep. 8: Urban Legends, The Da Vinci Code, and... some other stuff 07.12.2020

The guys don't shy away from controversial topics on this edition of 4-Thirty in the Morning. Ben and Pat dive into some of their favorite urban legends, and inadvertently wander down into the rabbit hole of conspiracy theories. On this show, Ben makes a major announcement, Pat makes a minor announcement, and, as always, irrelevant conversation takes center stage. Did we really go to the moon? Wha...

Ep. 7: Drunken Debacles, Monoliths, and Sheep Counting 30.11.2020

The studio was in full disarray this week as Ben and Pat invite their respective brothers, Josh and Tim, into the studio for a special Thanksgiving weekend discussion revolving around their messiest drunken stories. The humor is high, the audio quality is low, and microphone discipline is nonexistent as the guys stumble through quite the discussion.  Is Crown Royal Apple whiskey or liqueur? Is she...

Ep. 6: Racing Pigeons, Ghost Hunting, and the Washington Football Team 21.11.2020

Do you believe in ghosts? Ben and Pat sure do.... at least.... they kinda think they do. On this episode of 4-Thirty, the guys chronicle their distinguished careers as ghost hunters, while also touching on a handful of current events and oddities. Ben highlights the sale of the most expensive racing pigeon ever, while Pat discusses his new soap. Will the Washington Football Team finally settle on...

Ep. 5: Florida Man, Phobias, and Lightning 16.11.2020

What's worse than getting struck by lightning? Getting struck seven times...  or living in Florida, maybe. On this episode of 4-Thirty, Pat offers everything he knows about lightning, while Ben breaks down the legendary character known simply as 'Florida Man'. The guys discuss the harrowing life of Roy Cleveland Sullivan, an unknown American Hero, talk a little TV, and give a big shout out thanks...

Ep. 4: Pet Peeves, Costco, and Diplomatic Relations with Zimbabwe 09.11.2020

On this episode of 4-Thirty, Ben and Pat meander through a swath of topics that nobody else is covering. Irrelevant conversation takes center stage as Pat analyzes his grocery-shopping habits, while Ben tackles his myriad of personal pet peeves. Is Zimbabwe threatening the United States? How did Donald Trump inadvertently give a local landscaping company international attention? Give this episode...

Ep. 3: Ben's 4-Thirty Spooky Day Special 02.11.2020

In the second half of our 2020 Halloween series, Ben brings to you some of his thoughts on 'Spooky Day'. In this episode, Ben breaks down some recent current events featuring the famous U.S. Navy Special Operations unit SEAL Team 6 doing what they do best, and he also offers commentary on his five favorite horror movies of all time.  

Ep. 2: Pat's 4-Thirty Halloween Spooktacular! 02.11.2020

In this latest mess of an episode, Pat goes solo and rambles on about one of his favorite topics: horror movies. You'll hear all about Pat's five favorite horror movies of all time, and you'll get detailed opinions from him as to what even constitutes a horror movie in the first place. It's the Halloween Spooktacular, and it's guaranteed to be the scariest thing you'll listen to this fall.

Ep. 1: Jet Packs, Illuminati, and 24 Hour Pizza 26.10.2020

In this, the very first episode of '4-Thirty in the Morning', Ben and Pat jump right in and offer their takes on quite the interesting variety of situations. Fast food debacles, jet packs over California, LeBron in the Illuminati? The guys voice their opinions on all of this and more. Tune in this week for episode 2. It gets worse. 

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