Searching For Heroes With Benjamin Hall

As Memorial Day approaches, Benjamin honors the life of Army Ranger SSG Jeremy Katzenberger, who was killed while serving overseas. His wife, Colleen Katzenberger, reflects on his life and how she preserves his memory through the stories she shares with their son, Everett. She discusses the significance of Memorial Day and the importance of pausing to remember the soldiers who gave their lives for...

"Fear is a response, but the ability to move forward through that fear is a decision." - Luke Rosen In the FOX Nation special Hope Starts Here: Murdoch Children's Research Institute, Benjamin connects with three incredible families battling a rare childhood disease alongside scientists at the institute. Luke Rosen, whose young daughter Susannah was diagnosed with KIF1A, shares his family's journey...

"Storms don't last forever." — Victoria Arlen Paralympic gold medalist and ESPN host Victoria Arlen shares her raw and triumphant journey of recovery after surviving years "locked in" her own body. Her new book, Her new book, The View Is Worth It, serves as a roadmap for anyone who feels stuck, even after overcoming significant barriers. While the world saw a hero, Victoria reveals her private bat...

New York Times bestselling author, speaker and Paralympian Amy Purdy provides transformative advice on how to reclaim your life and Bounce Forward.  After losing both legs to meningitis at 19 years old and facing a life threatening leg injury years later, Amy shares the 21 tools she used to move from survival mode to a life of purpose. She discusses the power of vulnerability, the necessity of gra...

"Opportunities are around you all the time. You’ve got to see them, hear them, and grab them with both hands." — Steve Judge After surviving a near-fatal car accident that crushed both of his legs, Paratriathlon World Champion and motivational speaker Steve Judge was determined to walk again, even when doctors said it was impossible. Years later, he is a two-time world champion who has reclaimed h...

Shot six times while shielding his children, Elon Zizer reveals the split-second decision that saved his family during the Bondi Beach terror attack in Sydney, Australia. He recounts that terrifying day and the "hidden strength" that allowed him to survive the unthinkable, from using his body as a shield to the heroism of strangers who stepped in to save lives.  Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Hendricks Chapel is more than just a campus landmark it's a spiritual home away from home for the Syracuse University community. In this final episode of America’s Churches, Benjamin Hall visits Syracuse University to explore Hendricks Chapel, "the spiritual heartbeat" of the campus that has served as a welcoming interfaith refuge since the late 1920s. He discovers how the chapel integrates faith...

In a city that weathered many storms, one sanctuary remains an anchor of faith. In this second episode of the FOX Nation special America’s Churches, Benjamin Hall travels to the heart of New Orleans to explore St. Louis Cathedral, the oldest active cathedral in continuous use in the United States. He highlights the cathedral’s role as a pillar of resilience, discovering how its history of rebuildi...

Faith meets the front lines in the FOX Nation special America's Churches. Join Benjamin Hall as he explores the iconic U.S. Naval Academy Chapel, Brigade of Midshipmen Chapel, where the intersection of faith and service shapes the next generation of military leaders. He discovers how the sanctuary's historic architecture serves as a beacon of light and a source of strength for midshipmen facing th...

Actor and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, Gary Sinise shares his deep commitment to service, inspired by the Vietnam veterans in his own family and his iconic portrayal of Lieutenant Dan in the film Forrest Gump. He explains why the terror attacks on 9/11 was a turning point in his life and a call to action to support military members deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan. Learn more about your...

"You can't have courage without fear." - Jason Everson   Lieutenant Commander Jason Everson, First Battalion Chaplain at the United States Naval Academy, dives into the powerful role of spiritual readiness as an essential pillar of a midshipman’s life.   He explores the sacred brotherhood of military service and reflects on a profound moment his faith was tested while submerged in a submarine. He...

"The only true rock is God himself, and He's eternal." - Shannon Bream FOX News Sunday anchor and host of the Livin' the Bream podcast, Shannon Bream, introduces her new book, Nothing is Impossible with God — a vulnerable reflection on how her faith carried her through chronic pain and a season of professional imposter syndrome. Shannon shares a powerful message on the peace that comes with being...

FOX News senior correspondent Mike Tobin recently conquered one of the world's ultimate challenges: Mount Everest. He breaks down the grueling journey to the top of the world and the raw mental and physical grit required to survive the death zone. Drawing on their shared experiences in global conflict zones, Ben and Mike explore the striking parallels between reporting from the frontlines and push...

Get ready to Read All About It!   This week, Benjamin shares an extra special sneak peek at his very first children’s book inspired by a weathered little toy hedgehog that traveled in his pocket through war zones and back home again. Plus, Benjamin’s daughters make their podcast debut to talk about their famous hedgehog friend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former crime reporter Debra Des Vignes has gone beyond the headlines to understand and reform the minds of those behind bars.  While volunteering inside a prison, Debra discovered the profound impact creative writing had on incarcerated individuals. This inspired her to form the Indiana Prison Writers Workshop, a course that allows participants to process past traumas, express remorse, and develop...

Ever wondered what it takes to face the impossible in a split-second choice? Medal of Honor recipient Captain Florent Groberg recounts his experience serving in Afghanistan, where he was forced to make a life-altering decision in a high-stakes moment. Following the attack, Captain Groberg discusses his long recovery process, addressing his battle with mental health and the journey of finding a new...

Ben revisits his conversation with adventurer Darren Edwards and provides an update on Darren's most recent mission to redefine the impossible. While mountaineering at "World’s End" in North Wales, Darren plummeted 100 feet after the rock face gave way beneath his feet. The impact shattered his spine and severed his spinal cord, leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. Darren discusses how his b...

Benjamin discusses the ongoing government crackdown on protests that continue across Iran. He describes the lack of freedom experienced by the Iranian people under the current regime and the great difficulty to speak to anyone in country because of the imposed internet blackout, and the deadly fear of regime retaliation. Benjamin analyzes the complex geopolitical situation facing the U.S. in deali...

"One day you're going to see it will be fine." - Mark Schonwetter In honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day, survivor Mark Schonwetter and his daughter Isabella Fiske join Benjamin to shed light on the importance of acceptance, resilience, and faith. Mark was a young child when the Nazis occupied Poland during World War II. He talks about fleeing his home to the Dębica Ghetto, surviving near starvatio...

 "You can't just take away someone's right, because you think it's something they can't do." - Hari Budha Magar World Record breaking mountaineer and Pride of Britain winner Hari Budha Magar shares his commitment to defy all odds and continue seeking adventure despite losing his legs in 2010 to an IED in Afghanistan whilst serving with the British Army’s Ghurkha regiment. Hari retells his journey...

"Resilience is something that is built." - Robert Paylor Motivational speaker and author of 'Paralyzed to Powerful', Robert Paylor, a former University of California, Berkeley rugby player, was paralyzed from the neck down during the 2017 National Championships. Instantaneously, an unforgettable day quickly became a pivotal moment in his life. Despite this life-altering injury, Robert has shown in...

"Life keeps moving, so grab that opportunity now." As 2026 kicks off, Benjamin is looking forward to the Lunar New Year as we begin the transition from the Year of the Snake to the Year of the Fire Horse. He explains why now is the time to let go of the past and to seize new opportunities. Benjamin discusses his New Year's resolutions and encourages everyone to make changes that support growth and...

“No matter how difficult your life is…you can find your way through.”  This year on Searching for Heroes, Benjamin connected with people who endured some of life's most difficult moments and yet displayed profound resilience and unshakeable hope. Benjamin also introduced different themes to the podcast, with vulnerable and beautiful conversations on solitude, forgiveness, and rebirth. After speaki...

The Ellen Maguire Foundation's Noel Maguire spends his days working as a pallbearer and nights working the overnight shift as an Upper East Side doorman in Manhattan. While juggling two jobs, Noel spends any free time he has caring for Manhattan's homeless. Noel discusses the incredible work of The Ellen Maguire Foundation, which he founded to honor his mother who was the inspiration behind his qu...

"People want something to believe in."   Vietnam War veteran, New York Times bestselling author, and founder of GoDaddy, Bob Parsons, shares his passion for helping veterans navigate the mental health challenges associated with transitioning to civilian life.  Despite nearly flunking out of high school, Bob enlisted in the Marines during the Vietnam War to serve his country. While abroad, he was s...